On Grand Openings

When I first launched my daily blog on January 1st, 2020, I didn’t announce it on social media, I didn’t throw a party, I barely told anyone besides close friends and family.

It was scary enough taking the leap and putting my work out there. I didn’t want the added pressure of everyone I know reading my work.

Instead, I launched it quietly. For the first month, I focused on writing every day to my small audience of close friends and family.

I meet many people that are scared to write because of the fear of putting themselves out there. But you can tackle it in steps. You can start writing on a public blog without telling anyone. Then you can share it with confidants. Then friends and family. Then eventually start posting publicly. Not everything needs a grand opening.

That was five years ago, and I’ve grown since then.

What scares me then doesn’t scare me now.

When I first came up with the idea in August for a newsletter focused on menswear, I knew I wanted to host a launch party.

At this point in my creative journey, I want to let others know about my work. I have confidence in my craft and my ideas. I know there are people out there that will find value and inspiration from my work. And now it’s my mission to make it easy for them to find me.

Today is the day of my launch party my newsletter Riveting. I’ve hosted over 50+ events in NYC now. Yet, I still get scared, anxious, and excited leading up to the event. At this point, I understand that the emotions are part of the journey. And everything will turn out alright.