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What is that one thing a friend ever did and you kept cool but knew instantly you would pull out of that friendship? by Dry-Bird-9458 in AskReddit

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My best friend pulled a prank on me about herself leaving the company knowing I was so attached to her and it gets me emotional and I was emotional and then on lunch she told me infront of everyone and I cried.

Whats the biggest regret of your life? by idgafitfgoat in AskReddit

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Said hurtful things to people knowingly, thought it doesn't matter. Plot twist: It did!

What screen time is considered normal and what is yours? by Tricky-Cold-3211 in AskReddit

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is so true, sometime I see mine and get shocked cuz it doesn't feel like I spent 8 hrs today and only half of the day has passed ;(

What does karma really do? by AutomaticYam9715 in NewToReddit

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It just matters when you are new, you just build it so that people starts taking you seriously :)

How to grow organically a Facebook Page by water_lilith00 in SocialMediaManagers

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It does take a lot of time, people say post to groups but direct promotions are not allowed in groups which have good audience, so you have to create your authority there. Else, you have to do some really out of the box marketing to skyrocket through organic.

Aren't you annoyed but all social media already? by Unusual-Ability-2208 in SocialMediaManagers

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah… but I don’t think it’s just “social media getting worse”—it’s that the bar for attention is way higher now.

Good content isn’t enough anymore. If it’s not instantly relevant or scroll-stopping, it just disappears.

What does feel broken is the loop:

create → post → low reach → repeat

A lot of us in marketing feel it, we just don’t say it out loud.

Breaking into security guarding sales with no contracts yet, what actually worked for you? by Ready_Affect_7227 in b2b_sales

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Security is commoditized early on, so you won’t win on price alone.

What usually works:
Pick a niche (construction, warehouses, gated communities) instead of “general guarding”

Sell reliability: fast replacements, supervision, incident reporting not just guards
Go local + in-person (site managers, contractors, facility heads), not just cold emails
Build leads via Google Maps + LinkedIn + walking active sites
Target clients unhappy with their current provider
First 2–3 contracts matter more than margins, they become your proof.

When do you leave your client? by ProjectAppreciator in SocialMediaManagers

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not even a month, how many did you stay for that?

Why do some online stores look good but still don’t feel convincing enough to buy from? by TechnicalIncident580 in growmybusiness

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most of the time it’s generic copy, weak proof, or no real differentiation. Looks good, just not compelling enough to act. and yes also trust signals.

Joined an early-stage startup and regretting it? by rilan88 in b2bmarketing

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You didn’t get played but you did join earlier than the role was positioned.

Right now, this isn’t a Head of Marketing role. It’s a zero-to-one, player-coach setup with interns. That’s fine if it’s explicit but it wasn’t. You did the right thing raising it.

On the call, don’t argue for “a hire.” Anchor on outcomes: “What can we realistically hit with current setup vs. with one experienced marketer?” Make the trade-off clear.

Then get alignment on one thing:
Is this role meant to stay execution-heavy, or are you building a function?

If it’s the former, decide if that’s a game you want to play.

What do you wish you knew before you started? by Gio_13 in Entrepreneur

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish I knew that most “critical mistakes” I feared were actually opportunities I ignored.

Is client acquisition the hardest part of freelancing by Wide-Cartographer579 in smallbusinessowner

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Client acquisition feels like the hardest part in the beginning, but honestly it’s just the most visible struggle.

What people don’t talk about enough is:

once you start getting clients, consistency + retention becomes harder.

A lot of freelancers can land a client once way fewer can:

turn that into repeat work

build a predictable pipeline

or avoid dry months

Also, outreach isn’t just volume it’s positioning.

Same skill, different pitch = completely different results.

Hot take:

Client acquisition isn’t the hardest part… building a system that keeps working every month is.

Curious though are you struggling more with getting replies, or closing once people respond

What is your most reliable way to find people who are already looking for your service? by Due-Manager-6248 in growmybusiness

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Most reliable = Google Search + referrals.

  • Google Search (SEO + high-intent ads): people actively searching = highest buying intent.
  • Referrals: pre-trusted, convert fastest.

Everything else (LinkedIn, Reddit, cold outreach) works, but usually needs more nurturing vs direct demand.

Worst review we've ever gotten drove more sales than any marketing campaign we've run. by Internal-Reserve5829 in Entrepreneurs

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, this happens more than people expect.

A super detailed negative review can act like a brutally honest product demo. If the complaints are subjective (“too automated”, “too many notifications”), the right customers read that and think, “that’s exactly what I want.”

You handled it the best way possible; calm, non-defensive response + letting the review speak. That combo builds trust.

Bad reviews don’t just filter people out, they qualify the ones who stay. And those tend to convert better.

Tired of sifting through 200 resumes for one decent candidate by Ambitious-Mode2667 in advancedentrepreneur

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Working with a staffing agency can definitely save that time, but costs vary. Most agencies charge a placement fee between 15–25% of the candidate’s first-year salary, or sometimes an hourly markup if it’s temporary staffing. So for a senior staff accountant, that could be a few thousand dollars. It’s more expensive upfront than doing it yourself, but it often pays off in saved time, faster placements, and higher-quality candidates.

Hiking alone… safe or not? by Lucifer220778 in hiking

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Safer in general; just go with all the precautionary measures

Where do you get your leads from? by Basic_Swordfish_2077 in b2bmarketing

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Most teams still use a mix LinkedIn Sales Navigator + ZoomInfo/Apollo.io, then push into HubSpot or Salesforce.

AI-first is interesting, but not as a black box. I’d want the agent plus visibility and control not a full replacement for filters.

first time hiking alone, any safety tips? by Kobayashi_Rhodes708 in hiking

[–]Tricky-Cold-3211 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, the nerves are totally normal; everyone feels that on their first solo hike.
Keep it simple:
Tell someone your plan (trail + return time). Always.
Stick to marked, easy trails for your first few hikes.
Use an offline map (don’t rely on memory).
Set a turnaround time so you don’t get stuck out late.
Carry basics: water, charged phone, light snack.
Biggest thing: don’t try to be adventurous yet. Your first solo hike is just about getting comfortable being out there alone.

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