I'm sorry

Why I've failed Ramen Road's community and the future of the newsletter

I owe you an apology.

When I started this newsletter, I set out to share insights and strategies for startup growth. It’s been over a month since my last post. That’s on me.

There are reasons:

  • I’m about to become a dad.

  • I’m leaving previous job and starting a new one soon.

  • I’m moving to a new apartment.

  • November and December have been packed with events.

But none of these things are the real problem. The real problem is that I wasn’t honest about what I could commit to.

What’s Next?

I’ve learned a lot in the last month. The most important lesson is that I can’t keep doing this weekly. Not if I want to do it right. Not if I want to give it the time and attention it deserves.

The truth is, I’m stretched thin. Being a good dad, husband, and employee, while also trying to start something new—those things take precedence. I’ve realized I can’t do it all at once.

So, I’m going to shift the newsletter to bi-weekly. I think that’s a more realistic pace. It’ll give me the time to really think things through, research, and write in a way that adds value.

Taking Risks.

I’ve also realized that the format I’ve been following is starting to feel stale. It works, but I’ve grown bored of it. And if I’m bored of writing it, I can’t expect you to enjoy reading it.

So, I’m going to experiment. A lot. Some of these experiments will fail, but that’s the price of trying something new. I think there will be more room for creative risk, more room for unexpected insights. That’s what I want to explore in this newsletter moving forward.

I’m sorry for the break. But I believe this shift will lead to something better. A better structure. Better content. And ultimately, something that’s more aligned with my goals and interests—and, hopefully, yours.

Thanks for sticking with me.

Best,

Clemente