Because to them… that’s the scoreboard. Ratings = who “won” Attendance = who actually drew money It turns fandom into tribal warfare. “My show is better” isn’t enough anymore—fans want receipts. It’s also validation. High numbers mean “I backed the right horse.” Low numbers feel like cheering for someone who never got over. And let’s be real—fans have seen companies die. So they track numbers like a medical chart, hoping their favorite brand survives. But here’s the truth most miss 👇 Numbers follow connection. Always have. Hot characters, real emotion, crowds that care—that creates momentum. Metrics catch up later. Lesson for wrestlers & creators: Don’t chase numbers. Chase engagement. If people are arguing about you? You’re getting over. And when you own your audience instead of renting attention? You stop worrying about ratings… and start worrying about revenue 💰 That’s how you win the long game. 🏆

One of the fastest ways to stall your wrestling career is trying to do everything. Too many wrestlers believe they need to be: - Elite in the ring - Great on the mic - Good at social media - Strong at merch - Constantly chasing bookings - A business expert All at the same time. That is not how winners are built. ***The Real Rule*** Great wrestlers double down on their strengths and put systems in place to cover their weaknesses. Think about a tag team. No great tag team has two people doing the same job. Each person has a role. Each person brings something different to the table. Your career should work the same way. ***Think Like a Promotion, Not a Lone Wolf*** Every successful promotion works because: - Someone books matches - Someone handles merch - Someone manages production - Someone promotes the show One person does not do it all. So stop expecting yourself to. ***Wrestler Examples*** If your strength is promo work, focus on becoming undeniable on the mic and building a character fans remember. Do not waste energy forcing yourself to love things you hate. If your strength is in-ring storytelling, lean into that. Be the wrestler promoters trust to make everyone look better. If your strength is connecting with fans, that is money. Build around it instead of apologizing for it. Your job is not to wear every hat. Your job is to wear the right one. ***Systems Beat Hustle*** You do not win by trying to cover your weaknesses with more effort. You win by covering them with people and systems. That is how wrestlers move from: - stressed to structured - busy to profitable - stuck to scalable And here's the hard truth. Trying to be good at everything makes you average at everything. Focusing on what you are already good at makes you hard to replace. ***Action Step*** Drop a comment and answer honestly: What is your single biggest strength as a wrestler right now? In-ring work, promos, character, fan connection, consistency, creativity. Pick one.

A “no” in wrestling is only a no for now. - That promoter who didn’t book you - That trainer who didn’t respond - That company that passed on you None of those are permanent decisions. They are snapshots in time. And time changes everything. ***WHY MOST WRESTLERS STOP TOO SOON*** Most wrestlers hear “no” and take it personal. They assume: - “I’m not good enough.” - “They don’t like me.” - “I blew my shot.” That’s rarely true. Most “no’s” happen because: - The card was full - The budget was tight - They didn’t need your role yet - Timing was off Not because you suck. ***CONDITIONS CHANGE CONSTANTLY*** Promotions lose talent. Cards fall apart. Budgets shift. New stories need new faces. The wrestler who politely followed up is the one who gets the call. Not the loudest. Not the most desperate. The persistent professional. ***PERSISTENCE IS A SKILL, NOT A FLAW*** There’s a difference between: Annoying and Reliable Annoying begs. Reliable checks in. “Hey, just wanted to see if anything opened up.” “Hope things are going well. Still available if you need me.” “Wanted to touch base before your next event.” That’s not pushy. That’s smart. ***THE WRESTLERS WHO WIN PLAY THE LONG GAME*** Every “no” teaches you: - Who to ask - When to ask - How to ask better next time If you disappear after one “no,” you remove yourself from future opportunities. If you stay visible, respectful, and ready, you stay in the conversation. ***ACTION*** Think of one person or promotion that told you “no.” Wait 30 to 60 days. Check in professionally. No emotion. No pressure. That “no” might already be turning into a “yes.” Persistence gets booked. Quitters get forgotten. 💪

Roman’s run was great, but not the greatest. Slow pacing, rare defenses, overprotected booking. Be honest… Legendary run or just hype? 👀🔥

https://slamwrestling.net/news/iconic-announcer-bob-caudle-passes-away/ It's making the news that he passed away today. I always thought he was a good announcer but not in my all time top 5. Thoughts?