Brandevo 21-Day Content Challenge (Aug 11–31)

Day 16

Something I Was Afraid of That I Finally Did

When I first came online, I was terrified of showing my face. Not because I was shy, but because I thought, “What if I’m not ready? What if people judge me? What if I mess up?”

For the longest time, I hid behind my work. I would design, build, write but I didn’t want to step out as the person doing it all. I thought if I stayed behind the scenes, I’d be safe.

But that “safety” was also keeping me stuck.

I was afraid of making my first video post. I saw others showing up confidently online, talking about what they do, connecting with clients, and building real communities. Meanwhile, I kept telling myself, “I’ll do it later… once I’m better… once I’m ready.”

The truth? You’re never really “ready.” And if you wait until you are, you’ll wait forever.

So one day, I decided to just do it. I hit record. No perfect lighting. No fancy background. Just me, sharing who I am, what I do, and why I came online in the first place.

And yes I was nervous. I recorded that first video at least ten times before I finally posted it. My heart was pounding when I hit “publish.” I even thought about deleting it right after posting.

But something amazing happened: people responded.

Not with judgment. Not with criticism. But with support. Friends cheered me on. Strangers left encouraging comments. Some even reached out saying, “I’ve been wanting to post too, but I’ve been scared. Seeing you do it gave me courage.”

That blew my mind.

What I was so afraid of wasn’t even real. The fear was in my head not in my audience. And by taking that first step, I realized two powerful lessons:

1. Courage isn’t the absence of fear. It’s moving forward despite fear.


2. People connect with authenticity, not perfection.



That first video didn’t just help me show up online. It helped me grow as a person. It reminded me that the best way to learn is to do, and the best way to build confidence is to take action even if your voice shakes.

Now, posting online feels natural. I’ve gone from overthinking every word to sharing freely about my journey as an entrepreneur, developer, content writer, and student. And because I started showing up, opportunities started showing up too collaborations, clients, friendships.

If you’re holding back from something because of fear, here’s what I’d say:

Do it scared. Do it messy. Do it before you feel ready. You’ll be surprised at how capable you already are.

I was afraid of showing up. I finally did. And now I’m not going back.

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Brandevo 21-Day Content Challenge (Aug 11th–31st)

Day 15

2–3 Things I Did That Helped Me Show Up More Online

When I first came online as an entrepreneur, developer, and content writer, I told myself I’d start posting “soon.” But soon kept turning into later, and later kept turning into not at all.

One morning, I stared at my phone for almost an hour, trying to draft the “perfect” post. I rewrote the first sentence five times, doubted myself, and eventually deleted everything. This happens most time i want to make i post but that particular morning made me re-think. That’s when I realized something had to change if I wanted to grow online, I couldn’t keep waiting for inspiration or perfection.

Here’s what I did to turn things around;

✅ I used Brandevo challenges to build momentum:
When this 21-day content challenge started, I promised myself I would commit fully. Having a prompt every day removed the hardest question “What do I even post?” Instead of overthinking topics, I could focus on writing honestly about my experiences.

There’s something powerful about accountability. Knowing that other creators are posting too made me want to stay consistent. Day by day, it stopped feeling like a burden and started feeling like a rhythm.

✅ I stopped chasing perfection;
In the past, I believed every post had to look and sound “professional.” I would spend hours editing, worrying if people would think I was good enough, and sometimes I wouldn’t post at all. But I learned that people don’t connect with perfect they connect with real.

The day I shared an unpolished story about juggling school, learning new skills online, and building my business… people actually related to it. I got comments saying, “This is exactly how I feel.” That was my turning point. Consistency mattered more than flawless content.

✅ I planned content in Notion to stay organized;
Instead of scrambling every morning, I created a simple Notion board to collect post ideas. Whenever I learned something new, made a mistake, or had an insight, I wrote it down immediately. Later, I could turn those notes into posts.

This one change saved me so much stress. On busy days, I didn’t have to start from zero I just picked an idea from my list, wrote it out, and hit publish.


These three things Brandevo for structure, letting go of perfection, and organizing my thoughts in Notion completely changed how I show up online.

The first week was tough. I still questioned myself. But by the second week, posting became less scary. People began to recognize me, conversations opened up, and opportunities appeared. It turns out consistency isn’t about being online 24/7. it’s about showing up even when it’s uncomfortable, until it becomes second nature.

If you’re struggling to stay visible online, my advice is simple:

Get structure (a challenge, a calendar, a posting buddy).

Share honestly, even if it’s not “perfect.”

Organize your ideas so posting feels easier, not harder.


The more you show up, the more you grow and not just online, but in confidence too.

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Brandevo 21-Day Content Challenge (Aug 11–31)

Day 14

Why Selling Online Isn’t So Easy (At First)

When I first came online, I thought selling would be straightforward. Post your skills, show what you can do, and people will line up to work with you… right?

Reality check: it doesn’t work that way.

Selling online is not easy at first not because your work isn’t good, but because there’s more to it than just saying, “Hey, I can do this.” People need to see you, trust you, and believe that you understand their problems before they even think about paying you.

As an entrepreneur, developer, and content writer, I’ve learned this the hard way. You don’t just sell your skills you sell clarity, trust, and a reason for people to believe that you’re the right person to help them.

Here’s what made it difficult for me at the beginning:

1. People don’t know you yet.
When you’re starting out, no one’s seen your work in action. You’re basically a stranger showing up on the internet saying, “I can help you.” But why should they believe you? That’s the gap you have to close — by showing your process, sharing results, and proving you’re reliable even before they pay you.

2. You’re not just selling a product or service — you’re selling yourself.
And that can feel uncomfortable. You start overthinking: Am I talking too much about what I do? Do I sound pushy? Will people even care? Learning to confidently share your work without sounding desperate is a skill on its own.

3. The internet is noisy.
Every platform is filled with people offering something. To stand out, you have to speak clearly, not louder. That means showing your personality, being specific about how you help, and being consistent enough that people remember you.

But here’s what I’m figuring out and maybe it’ll help someone else who feels stuck:

People buy from people they trust. If you focus on building relationships instead of chasing quick sales, the sales will follow.

Consistency builds credibility. Even if no one likes or comments today, people are watching. Showing up daily is proof that you’re serious.

Value comes before money. If you help people first through your content, insights, or small wins they naturally want to work with you.


Selling online isn’t about shouting “Buy from me!” every day. It’s about showing who you are, what you do, and why you genuinely care about solving someone’s problem. The first sales are tough because you’re still figuring out how to communicate that clearly but once you learn, it gets easier.

Now, I see selling as less about “convincing people” and more about finding people who already need what I offer and showing them I’m ready to help.

So if you’re struggling to sell online right now, you’re not failing you’re learning. You’re building trust in public. And when that trust clicks, you’ll realize you weren’t just learning to sell… you were learning to show up as you.

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Brandevo 21-Day Content Challenge (Aug 11–31)

Day 13

A Post That Inspired Me This Week

This week, i came across Blessing Imuetinyunosa Bright that completely shifted how I think about branding. It wasn’t full of technical jargon or complicated frameworks. It was simple, clear, and powerful and it made me stop and really reflect on how I present myself online.

In the post, she talked about what she really sells. Yes, she designs logos, flyers, and some others things but that’s not the whole story. What she actually sells is CONFIDENCE.

That line hit me hard.

She explained that branding isn’t just about pretty designs. It’s about giving business owners the confidence to show up, pitch their services, and talk about what they do without hesitation. A great design creates that first impression the one that tells people you’re serious before you even say a word.

And honestly, I felt that.

When I first came online, I thought branding was mostly about making things “look nice.” Now I realize it’s much deeper. It’s about aligning how you feel about your business with how the world perceives it. When you’re proud of your brand, you carry yourself differently. You speak with more assurance. You don’t shrink back in conversations, because your brand already introduces you with authority.

Her post reminded me that people aren’t just buying services or products they’re buying trust. And branding is often the very first step in building that trust.

Here’s what I took away from her post:

✅ Branding isn’t decoration: it’s a foundation.
It’s not about adding color or logos for the sake of it. It’s about building a visual identity that represents your value and speaks for you even before you open your mouth.

✅ A good brand sells confidence:
When your design feels professional, you stop second-guessing yourself. You’re not just hoping people take you seriously they already do.

✅ People invest in how you make them feel:
If your branding makes your audience feel assured, aligned, and clear, you’re already halfway to winning them over.

Reading her post with such clarity about her work inspired me to think about how I talk about my work as an entrepreneur, developer, and content writer. Am I just listing tasks and services, or am I showing people the outcome the way my work makes their life easier or their business stronger?

I realized that just like her, I’m not only building projects or writing content, I’m helping people create impact. I’m helping them communicate better, save time, and grow with confidence.

That content was a perfect example of what it means to sell without being pushy. She didn’t have to say “work with me.” By the end of her talk, you wanted to work with her. Because she sold a result, not just a service.

I left thinking: If more of us showed up online like this with clarity, confidence, and purpose we wouldn’t have to convince people to take us seriously. They’d see it immediately.

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Brandevo 21-Day Content Challenge (Aug 11–31)

Day 12

If I Were Helping My Friend Start Online, I’d Say…

When I first came online, I had no idea what I was doing. I just knew I wanted to grow as an entrepreneur, a developer, and a content writer. I wanted to learn new skills, build something meaningful, and connect with people who were also chasing big goals.

But if I’m honest, I made it way harder than it needed to be. I thought I had to look “established” before anyone would take me seriously. I delayed posting because I was worried about not being good enough yet. I hid my process because I thought people only wanted to see perfect results.

Looking back now after sharing my journey over the past 11 days in this challenge here’s what I’d tell any friend who’s just starting out online:

1. Start where you are, not where you think you should be.
Waiting to feel “ready” is a trap. If I had waited until everything was perfect my skills, my branding, my confidence I would probably still be waiting today. Growth happens when you show up, not when you hide.

2. Share your journey, not just your wins.
In earlier posts, I talked about how being open about my process attracted the right people. The messy middle is relatable. People want to see how you’re figuring things out, not just the polished highlight reel.

3. Keep it simple. Tools help, but habits matter more.
I love using Notion to organize everything my content, client work, school, and skill learning. But the tool only works because I built a habit of writing things down and following through. Don’t wait to find the perfect app. Start with whatever you have and focus on showing up consistently.

4. Don’t compare your Chapter One to someone else’s Chapter Ten.
In Day 10, I shared how I stopped chasing perfection and started focusing on progress. Everyone you admire once started where you are right now. Your path won’t look exactly like theirs and that’s actually your advantage.

5. Ask questions. Don’t build in isolation.
On Day 11, I admitted one of my biggest mistakes: trying to do everything alone. The moment I started sharing what I was working on and asking for feedback, things moved faster. People are more willing to help than you think.

If I could sum it all up in one sentence, it would be this:
Don’t wait to be ready. Start now, stay consistent, and let your growth be visible.

The internet doesn’t need another “perfect” entrepreneur. It needs real people solving real problems people willing to learn out loud. Even as I’m still learning, I’ve been able to share value, build connections, and grow my business one step at a time.

So, to my friend who’s just starting out:
Post that first idea. Share that first lesson. Let people see your process. Your journey itself is valuable and you’re more helpful than you think.

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