📚 Real Moment From Today’s Networking Event… Today I was at a book signing + networking event. I interviewed several authors who were selling their books. I told each one: “I’m a videographer. I’d love to connect on Instagram. I’m going to piece these clips together and tag you so more people can discover your work.” By the fourth author, I got a different response. She said, “Oh… I’m not really on social media.” And she declined the interview. Let that sit for a second. You’re at a book signing. You wrote a book. You’re selling a product. But you don’t want visibility. That means: - I will probably never see her again. - No one beyond that room will know about her book. - Her reach stays limited to friends and family. And instead of getting frustrated, I realized something deeper… This is why some entrepreneurs stay hidden. Not because they aren’t talented. Not because they don’t have something valuable. But because they are uncomfortable with visibility. 🚨 Visibility Is Not Vanity — It’s Responsibility Especially in our African-American community. If we don’t connect… If we don’t network… If we don’t document… Our solutions stay small. Your book is not just a book. Your business is not just a business. Your story is not just a story. It’s a solution. And solutions deserve to be seen. 🎥 The Hard Truth You cannot build impact in isolation. Networking isn’t optional. Social media isn’t “extra.” Visibility isn’t ego. It’s distribution. And distribution multiplies influence. 🧠 Community Question: Be honest… What are some of your fears about: - Having an online presence? - Showing up on video? - Networking with strangers? - Being seen consistently?