In what area of your poetry journey do you want to grow? Be specific! Let's talk about it so I can make sure we cater to your desired direction and trajectory! What say you?

I know it's been a minute but im slowly getting it together, had another interview with Voyage, and had two poems published in a new anthology with Arcana Poetry Press. https://voyagejacksonville.com/interview/life-work-with-dondi-springer-of-jacksonville-fl/

Hello, I am new here! I have been writing the better part of my life and I am extremely excited to expand my comfort zone and network with new people and new mentors. I appreciate all the constructive feedback and lessons to learn from this community.

If you’re reading this, it’s because you’re part of the Poetry Business Institute—and that matters. Everything you’ve been learning in PBI is about preparation: - structure - professionalism - systems - readiness Now, we’re opening the door to the application side of that work. You are being personally invited into the Poetry Business Network (PBN)—not as spectators, but as early participants. 🧠 WHAT PBN IS (IN PLAIN TERMS) The Poetry Business Network is a creative media company. It is where: - opportunities are created and curated - poetry is applied in real-world contexts - creatives are featured, documented, and positioned - organizations and partners engage professionally This is not another community. This is where the work gets activated. 🔁 HOW PBI AND PBN WORK TOGETHER Think of it this way: PBI prepares you. PBN positions you. 🎯 WHY YOU’RE BEING INVITED FIRST You’re not being invited because you’re curious. You’re being invited because you’re prepared. As a PBI member, you: - understand structure - respect process - know what professionalism looks like That’s exactly who this ecosystem is being built for. 🚪 WHAT THIS INVITATION GIVES YOU As an early PBI invitee, you will have: - priority access to Monthly Showcases - eligibility to be considered for Poet Life Unscripted - early visibility into how opportunities form and flow - a front-row seat to the build of a creative media company 🧩 A NOTE ON TIERS, ROLES & ACCESS The Poetry Business Network operates with three intentional tiers, each serving a specific role in the ecosystem: - Free – for observation, discovery, and public participation - Premier – for serious creatives ready to be considered for opportunities - VIP – for organizations, sponsors, and opportunity providers Important to know: Premium access in PBI includes automatic access to Premier in PBN. This means: - No separate upgrade is required - No duplicate payment - Your educational investment already positions you closer to application and opportunity