Here we grow again gang, please welcome into the Success Syndicate @Melissa Duclos and @David Morgenstern David is one of our upcoming Weekend Interview Series, where we talk all about the brand and company he founded, "Gaddies." We hope you will use the "introductions tab" to tell us a little more about yoursleves. BTW, this now bring us to 6 members in the Portland/Seattle/Spokane area, I smell a Meet-Up coming when we thaw out. Speaking of Meet Ups, I talked about it at a recent Coffee Chat, that I think the first Meet-Up that I will be planning, is for the NE around the NYC area. We have 8 members within an hour or two drive and when we get a little warmer, I will be announcing our first Official Member Meet Up Today is FRIDAY WINS, so I hope you all had a bit of good news come into your lives or businesses this week. We heard some good news already from @Daniel Kredensor over at Happy Bear Coffee, and for @Art Smith Nominated in his local lgbtq publication for recognition in 2 categories. What do you have to celebrate this week. Thanks for being part of the Syndicate!!

Good Morning and Happy Friday! Today we would love to hear about Syndicate Members WINS OF THE WEEK. Let us know some good news that happened in your business or your life this past week. Share the news and let's celebrate together. I hope you enjoyed this weeks prompts, you can always go back if you want to look them over, see how other members responded and want to add your own. Yesterday we had a great Coffee Chat and the replay is below. Danielle updated us a bit from Washington DC's "Creating Change Conference" Pierre told us a bit about his photography and work in lgbtq Ethics Art updated us on some interviews he has had and the need for Syndicate Merch Scott updated on changing the last Thursday of the Month Coffee Chat changing to a Happy Hour Chat, and having our first possible meet up around NYC area in March

🎤 The Success Syndicate Self-Interview This community grows through visibility. This week, you’re stepping into the interview chair — with yourself. Take a cue from how we spotlight guests on our shows and introduce yourself to the Syndicate like a featured guest. Copy the format below into your post and answer in your own voice. No perfection required. Presence beats polish. Some of the questions you've answered before, but they're worth repeating. ✨ INTRODUCTION PROMPT Opening Intro (Fill-In Prompt):"Hi Syndicate! I’m [name], a [role/creator/business owner/profession]. I help [who you serve] achieve [primary outcome]. I joined the LGBTQ Success Syndicate because [reason]. Right now I’m focused on [current goal or project], and I’m excited to connect with other members who are building boldly and visibly." 🎯 THE 10 SELF-INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1. What do you build, create, or offer — and who is it for?(Describe your business, brand, or creative focus in plain language.) 2. What inspired you to start this path?(Origin story moment — personal, professional, or purpose-driven.) 3. What makes your approach or voice different in your space?(Your differentiator or unique edge.) 4. What are you most proud of accomplishing so far?(A win, milestone, or meaningful moment.) 5. What are you currently working on or launching?(Projects, offers, content, programs, or goals.) 6. What challenge are you actively navigating right now?(Visibility, consistency, sales, confidence, clarity, etc.) 7. What kind of support or collaboration are you open to inside the Syndicate?(Feedback, partnerships, referrals, accountability, ideas.) 8. What’s one belief or lesson that has shaped how you do business or create?(A mindset shift or principle.) 9. What’s something most people don’t know about you — but should?(Humanizing detail or personality spark.) 10. When I am outside of the work environment, I love to: (hobbies, passions) This mirrors how I interview leaders, creators, and entrepreneurs across the Left of Str8 ecosystem — but today, you are the featured guest. Visibility isn’t vanity. It’s momentum.

Hi all, checking for interest. If I held a "Marking Basics for your Micro Business" coffee hour, would you be interested in attending? (Micro business is generally considered any business with 10 or less W2 employees, solopreneurers...I'm looking at you.) OR - would you be interested in something more structured (former teacher here). Sort of a 101, 102, etc? Riffing out some ideas and eager to know if there's some interest. Profit is Power!

Here we Grow Again Syndicate Fam. Give a warm welcome to our newest 3 members: @Sheilisa Brown , @Gia Cilento , and @Dominic Southam We are so pleased to have them. And Gia joins our Premium Tier members as well. Great Community Post for today. Tomorrow will be another Visibility Wednesday, where you will have a prompt to Toot Your Own Horn Again, and Thursday is Coffee Chat at 10am US Eastern Time. BIG NEWS!! Thanks to members suggestions our last Thursday Coffee Chat of Every Month will now be a THURSDAY HAPPY HOUR instead with a later time meet of 4pm US Eastern. First one will be January 29th and we'll ask our friend @Art Smith for a tasty Bar Beverage of the Month maybe??