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# Benefits of owning GRWTH token

The purpose of the token is to align the incentives between key stakeholders and enable governance across the community. The key areas of utility are as follows:

1. Voting on growth team members to accept into the community
2. Voting on startups to accept as worthwhile projects and investments
3. Being rewarded for successful referrals of community members
4. Staking on certain projects to show commitment
5. Indicate reputation within the community to secure more project work
6. Earn acceptance to certain management committees and guilds
7. Access certain projects, bounties and internal documentation
8. Access certain levels within our communication platforms