We’ve made the decision to close Success HQ. And actually, one of the biggest reasons is pretty simple: it hasn’t become the active community we wanted it to be and we need to put our energy somewhere else. There are some brilliant people in here, but over time we’ve found ourselves continuing to create content and put energy into a space that, for most members, wasn’t really being used. We could keep trying different things to increase engagement, but that would be keeping Success HQ going because we created it, rather than because it’s genuinely serving people. And that doesn’t make much sense. Our business is evolving too. We’re clearer about the businesses we most want to work with and the conversations we want to be having, particularly around experience-led businesses and what it takes to create an exceptional experience through Brand, People and Operations. So rather than trying to turn Success HQ into something it was never designed to be, we’re closing this chapter and giving ourselves space to think differently about what comes next. Our paid members have already been contacted separately and we’ve made arrangements so they can continue working with us outside of Skool. For everyone else who has joined us, read a POWERUP, watched something, commented, asked a question or simply lurked in the background — thank you for being here. We’ve learned a lot from Success HQ. Including knowing when it’s time to stop doing something. We firmly believe that Success is a Team Sport. Find your team, they are out there. If you still want it to be us, stay in touch via Linkedin. Jenny & Matt

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?