How To Reinvent Yourself ??

Hello again,

It's been a while – 4 weeks actually. So what's new with you?

One month may not sound like much, but trust me, a lot can happen.

Let me explain...

In this edition:

1. A Blast from The Past
2. The Present is a Gift
3. Build The Future

Time is precious, so let's begin:

A Blast from The Past

The way I got into branding was unconventional. I had no experience, no qualifications, and no right to be in the industry.

So I carved my own path and forced my way in.

I talked about this in detail in the first edition of this newsletter.

If you missed it, you can read it here:

"Fake it until you make it"

But, possibly the most pivotal moment in my career came in 2016.

I was given a big opportunity. Too big for me to refuse. Too big for me to handle.

So I made a tough decision: I quit!

It was a difficult time, but it was the catalyst for everything that came after it.

Wouldn't it be cool to see me relive it?

How about watching me talk about it on a podcast?

And what if the host was one of the guys I had an issue with? ??

The episode will be out on YouTube next week:

Subscribe to The Poka Podcast Here

(P.S. Give Curtis Pollard a follow)

The Present is a Gift

I've battled depression for the last 10 years.

It ends TODAY!

In July 2023, I turned 39. And I promised to beat depression before I turn 40.

For a couple months now, I've been doing things different:

• I've been working out every day
• I've changed my mindset
• I've quit bad habits

Almost overnight, I flipped a switch and became a different person.

I've changed:

1. The way I reflect on my past.
2. The way I approach every day.
3. The way I envision my future.

Depression is no longer in control of me. I'm in control of it.

And the result has been nothing short of phenomenal!

I'm more clear than ever about what I want to do and how I want to help people.

I'm more driven and focused and willing to take risks to realise my dreams.

And I'm seeing a major shift in the opportunities that come because of it!

If you suffer with depression, please...talk!

You can reach out to a friend or family member, or you can reach out to me (DM).

This is what depression looks like...

Build the Future

LinkedIn is an incredible place. I'm only just realising that!

I've met people online who have become genuine friends – though we've never met in real life.

Some of those friends I've met are just as ambitious as I am. And when the idea came up to collaborate on a digital course together, I jumped at the chance.

'The Social Creator Project'

If you've been living under a rock for the past few weeks, you may have missed a major announcement.

It's a revolution!

Perhaps the first of its kind.

A collaboration between 7 creators.

7 mini-courses covering 7 different disciplines.

And we're making sure anyone, anywhere in the world can afford it.*

THE SOCIAL CREATOR PROJECT is a supergroup of creators who are experts in their fields across multiple disciplines. And they have one purpose:

Empower thousands of creators with the tools they need to achieve their LinkedIn goals ??

Here's what you get (and who delivers it):

David Jones : Branding

Darren Pallatina : Profile Optimisation

Arsam Homayounfar : Content Strategy

James Metzger : Keywords & Hashtags

Tara Fitness ?? : DM Strategy

Kris Achten : Storytelling

Rory Flynn : Midjourney

And you'll get ALL this for ONE price: ￡99

Sign-Up for the waiting list before 31st August 2023...

Get 20% OFF & 5-Days Early Access ??

?? JOIN THE WAITLIST HERE ??

*we've implemented Purchasing Power Parity to make education accessible to areas of the world that may not have the same expendable income as those in "The West".

So, if you want to reinvent yourself:

1. Revisit your Past
2. Focus on the Present
3. Start building your Future

Good luck, and as always...

Thank you for reading! ??

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This was the 11th edition of?Newsletter for Noobs.

Twice a month, I'll share personal stories with you.

They could be about any of the following:

#branding;?#copywriting; #purpose; #fatherhood; or?#futureproofing.

Or all of the above.

I hope they bring you joy and value.?

Thank you for subscribing. ???

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