Skool: When the Cool Kids’ Table Isn’t So Cool After All
Cheers to everyone who has been successful with Skool, it just wasn’t my cup of tea
Let me paint you a picture: There I was, a seasoned copywriter with an enthusiasm for learning, diving headfirst into the much-hyped world of Skool. You know, that platform everyone and their LinkedIn connection was raving about?
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The one promising to transform your business faster than you can say “seven-figure income”? Yeah, that one.
Here’s the thing about rapid networking and high-intensity business communities — they’re like those trendy juice cleanses. They work amazingly well for some people, but for others?
Well, let’s just say not everyone’s digestive system (or in this case, mental health) is built for that kind of intensity.
The good and bad of Skool
The platform itself isn’t bad — I mean, I met a dear friend and Max’s calls were genuinely insightful, and I diligently showed up for the networking, lessons and calls like the A+ student I am.
But there was this underlying current of constant urgency, this perpetual state of “panic mode” that started to feel less like motivation and more like that one friend who’s always trying to sell you their latest MLM venture.
You know the type — everything’s an “opportunity of a lifetime,” and if you’re not hustling 24/7, you’re basically failing at life.
I heard not a mention of work/life balance… Authentic connections or building from a place of integrity.
Sometimes it’s just not your jam
And let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the whole Alex Hormozi trickle-down effect. Now, I’m sure he’s a perfectly capable and successful business person, but something about the energy just didn’t sit right with me. I watched several of his videos, trying to give him a chance, and I just-wasn’t-feeling-it.
It’s like when you’re at a party and everyone’s raving about this amazing DJ, but all you can hear is aggressive beats that give you a headache. Sometimes, it’s okay to admit you’re not vibing with the coolest club in town.
The “get rich quick” undertones definitely did not sit well with me. As someone who’s built their career on the art of genuine connection through words, watching people chase quick wins felt like watching a master chef competition where everyone’s just making instant ramen.
Sure, you might get fed, but at what cost to your craft?
Perspective is everything
This detour wasn’t all bad. Sometimes you need to take a wrong turn to appreciate the right path. While everyone else was sprinting toward their next “crushing it” moment, I rediscovered my true passion: copywriting.
Yes, I’m exploring AI and even creating a course about it (at my own pace, thank you very much), but there’s still nothing quite like the human touch in crafting messages that resonate.
And you know what? That’s perfectly okay. My mental health is non-negotiable, and sometimes the bravest thing you can do is admit when something isn’t serving you or in alignment with your core values.
So here’s to choosing your own path, even if it means leaving the “cool kids’ table” behind. Besides, the view from my own table? It’s looking pretty sweet right now.
Please note: This has been written only because the energy of Skool was something that just wasn’t my cup of tea. Cheers to those that are successful with it!
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Comments? Questions? Suggestions?
Have you experienced all the rage about Skool? Dipped your toe into the literal Hormozi gauntlet? Maybe you are/were successful? Maybe you bowed out like I did? I would love to chat…
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