Real Talk. What I Learned When No One Showed Up

It didn’t go as planned, but I’m turning it into something better. Help me shape what’s next.

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Ciao Amici,

No one showed up to the first Branding Happy Hour. 😳

At first, I was frustrated.

But after sitting with it, I realized something important—I didn’t truly listen to what you need.

So here’s what I learned:

1. Assumptions kill connection. I assumed you wanted a live session, but maybe that’s not what you need right now.

2. Value has to be clear. If it’s not obvious how this helps you, that’s on me.

3. It’s about you, not me. I want to meet you where you are, not where I think you should be.

Now, I need your help.

What Would Actually Help You Right Now?

• Would short videos with branding tips be more helpful?

• More step-by-step guides?

• Different times or formats for live sessions?

• More behind the scenes of what I do every day for businesses?

Hit reply and tell me.

Seriously.

Your feedback will shape how I show up for you moving forward.

-Steven ✌️🍕

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