The Thing 95% of People Aren't Doing

Happy Tuesday EduCreator,

When I first joined X, I had NO idea what I was doing. It was a totally different world than Clubhouse and I needed to learn quickly how to make it work on X. I hired a coach right away and one of the first tasks he gave me was to send 25-50 DMs a DAY! I thought he was crazy at first but just like any activity to leads to transformation, it starts with putting in the reps first.

When I reflect on why most people aren’t doing this, I think of the dread I felt my first day sending 25+ emails. We are filled with self-doubt, fear of rejection, insecurity, and a litany of other negative emotions that get in our own way. This is why you should IGNORE how you feel and just do it. Start with 10 a day if you need to and work your way up to 25 or more. I promise you, you won’t regret it.

Join me and Jodell today at 12pmEST for a live discussion on this topic:

5 Tips for Starting a 1:1 Convo in the DMs

Starting a 1:1 conversation in DMs on social media can feel tricky, but the key is to be natural, relevant, and engaging. Here are five tips to get started:

1. Lead with a Personalized Compliment or Observation

• Mention something specific about their content, achievements, or interests.

• Example: "Hey [Name], I saw your post about [topic]—really insightful! How did you come up with that perspective?"

2. Ask a Thoughtful Question

• Make it easy for them to respond by asking about their work, interests, or challenges.

• Example: "I noticed you're into [topic]. What’s been the biggest lesson you've learned so far?"

3. Reference a Common Interest or Mutual Connection

• If you’re in the same group, follow similar people, or attended the same event, mention it.

• Example: "Hey [Name], I saw you in [group/event]! Curious—what was your biggest takeaway?"

4. Engage with Their Recent Content First

• Like, comment, or share their post before DMing them to warm up the interaction.

• Then say: "Loved your recent post on [topic]! It got me thinking—what’s your take on [related idea]?"

5. Keep It Casual and Open-Ended

• Avoid being overly formal or salesy; treat it like a natural conversation.

• Example: "Hey [Name], I keep seeing your posts on [topic]—love your insights! How’s your week going?"

The key is to spark genuine engagement without feeling like you’re pitching or forcing the conversation. Keep it natural, and let the dialogue flow!

Upcoming Events 🗓️

The Power of the 1:1 with Jodell Jordan | Tuesday, Feb 25 at 12pm EST RSVP

#EduCreatorLIVE with Dan Ryan | Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 12pm EST  RSVP

That’s all for now!

Christel