Can I post my startup on Rands Leadership Slack?
Direct promotion is routinely removed and can hurt your account standing. Only post something that stands on its own; a pitch will get pulled fast.
Why the ban risk is high
- Explicit limits on self-promotion and marketing language.
- Invite-only and high-signal — marketing is unwelcome by design.
The rules, in plain English
How to post here safely
- Use the community's self-promo / show-and-tell channel if one exists.
- Contribute genuinely first; let a helpful profile earn the audience.
- Don't broadcast a pitch to general channels or DM members cold.
- Don't post if the community has no promo channel — it reads as spam.
Frequently asked
Can I post my startup on Rands Leadership Slack?
High ban risk. Direct promotion is routinely removed and can hurt your account standing. Only post something that stands on its own; a pitch will get pulled fast.
What gets posts removed on Rands Leadership Slack?
Explicit limits on self-promotion and marketing language. Invite-only and high-signal — marketing is unwelcome by design. In short: Don't broadcast a pitch to general channels or DM members cold.
When is the best time to post on Rands Leadership Slack?
Weekday mornings (US). Timing helps, but fit and format matter more — a rule-breaking post fails at any hour.
Do I need an established account to post on Rands Leadership Slack?
There's no hard gate, but a fresh, empty account posting a launch is the classic removal trigger here. Comment and contribute for a week or two first.
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