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Nov 4 (edited) • General 🤩
I Messed Up - We're Changing the Prize System
Hey Audio Artist Academy fam,
I need to talk to you about something that's been on my mind.
When I introduced the monthly cash prizes for our top members, my intention was to reward your dedication and activity. But honestly? It backfired.
I've noticed the energy shift. It feels like some of you have been chasing the money rather than genuinely connecting and helping each other grow.
It got to a point where some members even created fake accounts to reward their own posts and climb the rankings faster. That's a huge red flag and completely goes against what we're building here.
(Yes, I have proof for this!)
I've also seen members leave, and I can't help but think the competitive prize structure and this kind of behavior played a role in that. That's not what this community is about, and I take responsibility for creating a system that encouraged the wrong kind of engagement.
So we're making a change - effective immediately.
The money prizes are gone. Instead, here's the new monthly recognition for our top 3 most active members:
🥇 1st Place: 30-minute 1-on-1 call with me (feedback session, Q&A, whatever you need)
🥈 2nd Place: Written feedback or voice note on one of your tracks
🥉 3rd Place: Community spotlight - I'll feature your work in a Skool post here and give you some exposure
These rewards are about learning, growth, and visibility - not cash. I want this to feel like recognition, not a competition that divides us.
Thanks for understanding, and let's get back to what matters: supporting each other and making great music together.
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I Messed Up - We're Changing the Prize System
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