# The Manager

## What is a Manager?

A Manager in the Ofero Network holds additional responsibilities and privileges, including:

* **Validating Users:** Managers can verify other accounts and grant them trusted status.
* **Adding Shops:** They have the authority to integrate new businesses into the Ofero.me platform.
* **Promoting Managers:** Trusted Managers can appoint other verified users as Managers, helping expand the ecosystem.

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### Steps to Become a Manager

1. **Get Verified:**
   * The first step is to have your account verified by an existing Manager.
   * Follow the steps outlined on the Account Verification page to connect with a Manager through Telegram (@oferonetwork) or directly if you know one.
2. **Build Trust:**
   * Establish a strong, trustworthy relationship with the Manager who verified your account.
   * Demonstrate your commitment to the Ofero Network’s goals and principles.
3. **Request Manager Status:**
   * Once you have built trust, ask the Manager who verified your account to promote you to Manager status.
   * The decision to grant Manager status is at the sole discretion of the verifying Manager.
4. **Start Contributing:**
   * Once promoted, you will have the ability to:
     * Validate other users' accounts.
     * Add businesses to the Ofero.me platform.
     * Promote verified users to Managers, ensuring they are trustworthy and aligned with the network’s principles.

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### Tips for Success as a Manager

* **Act with Integrity:** Managers are trusted members of the community, so always act in the network's best interests.
* **Support the Community:** Help users with verification and contribute to the growth of Ofero.me by adding valuable businesses.
* **Expand the Ecosystem:** Identify and promote other trusted users to Manager status when appropriate.


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