Dave Pakos

I help educators build their brand by writing online. Ex-teacher turned solopreneur

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I'm from Germany.

One thing I like about my people?

They always get to the point (fast)—clear and direct language.

Your writing should do the same.

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When I entered my 30s, I feared my best days were gone.

But the older (and greyer) I get, the more I realize:

Your best days are always still ahead.

It’s a matter of perspective.

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When I started writing on 𝕏, I feared my friends would find out.

Today, most of them know.

They either think it's cool or don't care.

Please:

Don't let fear of judgment hold you back.

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I wrote stuff on the toilet that went viral.

I wrote stuff for 3 hours that fell flat.

Listen:

You never know what will take off.

Keep posting.

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@batincaylak It sure is, mate.

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Letting AI write your comments may save you time.

But it comes with a cost:

Your reputation.

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@PhilMaerz My man🤝

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My native language isn’t English.

Believe it or not but for more than 6 months, this was my excuse to not post on 𝕏.

Silly me.

But then I realized nobody cared as much as I did.

Sometimes the mind is your own worst enemy.

Don't let it fool you.

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A friendly reminder that other people desperately seek the knowledge inside your head.

It’s your duty to share it with the world.

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As a teacher, I used to follow the curriculum.

As a writer, I now follow my curiosities.

The best thing about building online is you can learn while helping others on the same path.

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My DM inbox is a nightmare.

Here's what I see:

• Bros call me bro (although I’m not their bro)
• Obviously, my posts would 'explode if they had more exposure'
• Strangers love sharing their 'secret system' to close high-ticket clients

What a freak show.

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I love writing online.

Whether it's impacting 1000s of people with 1 single idea. Turning my chaotic thoughts into order. Or connecting with like-minded people.

There's no better skill to learn.

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@AnwarTameem Boom, that’s it right there.

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I see one common mistake with many new writers:

They can’t describe their ideal reader:

• Pains
• Desires
• Interests
• Demographics
• Psychographics

If you don’t know who you serve, you won't attract the right people.

Clarity is key.

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@batincaylak True.

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I see few people who share their vulnerabilities.

But when you talk about your flaws and failures?

It's a great way to stand out.

(just don't cry in public)

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@marcusomenus You said it better than I did.

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As an entrepreneur, self-doubt is your constant companion.

Learn to live with it.

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@Elliott__ True

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I’ve never regretted going on a walk.

Gives you peace, clarity, and inspiration.

Stuck?

Put on your shoes and step outside.

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@thekchasiotis Make every word count by Gary Provost.

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Give me a great book for 30 minutes and I'm fueled with ideas.

Let me scroll the timeline for a minute and my brain feels fried.