Hey HQ family ❤️ Quick one... and I’m sharing this here because you’re the people who actually see the real work. Q Branch has just been awarded the SME News Business Elite Award 2026 for Best Brand Strategy & Growth Consulting Firm. I’m genuinely proud… but not in a “look at us” way. More in a “wow… this started as a mission” way. Because behind every “brand” we talk about is a real human story: - someone trying to make a business work - someone carrying pressure - someone trying to lead better - someone wanting more freedom and stability for their family - someone trying to build something that matters - And this community is a big part of why we keep pushing the standard. You show up. You do the work. You ask the hard questions. You make bold decisions. You remind us that this isn’t about pretty graphics it’s about clarity, courage, and execution. So thank you for being in the room with us. This award is a nice moment… but the real win is what we’re building together. If you’re reading this and thinking, “Right… I’m ready to step up my own standards,” drop a 🔥 below and tell me what you’re committing to in the next 30 days.

1) Your ONE Goal focus for Feb Reach out to 120 referral partners 2) why that goal is important Because I don’t need more leads. I need qualified clients who already trust the source. 3) how will you know when you have achieved it When I close 4 qualified clients within the month directly from referrals. 4) 3 things you will have to BECOME to achieve it Audacious, Tenacious and Calm enough to stay detached from outcomes 5) 3 things you will have to DO consistently - Send 5 to 6 high quality referral messages daily - Follow up twice with every serious contact - Track conversations weekly and adjust the approach

Don't be shy, introduce yourself here in the group, tell us about yourself and what you are building this year?