Path 1
Start with clarity (AOC X-Ray)
Use this when you want a fast, structured read on what’s actually happening, without turning it into a back-and-forth thread.
- You want the shortest path to the real constraint.
- You’re not sure what to ask for yet.
- You want to send context once, not in five emails.
Path 2
Send a direct message
This is appropriate when timing, specificity, or judgment matters.
- You can state the ask in 1–3 sentences.
- You’re sharing a concrete decision, deadline, or constraint.
- You’re ready to include relevant context up front.
Good use of contact if…
- You’ve already run the X-Ray and want to go deeper on what it surfaced.
- You have a specific decision you’re trying to make (and what’s at stake).
- You’re reaching out about a partnership, speaking, or a clear opportunity.
- You can share context without oversharing just what matters.
Not the right channel if…
- You’re looking for general advice without context.
- You want a quick “yes/no” on something you haven’t defined yet.
- You’re sending a broad pitch to multiple people.
- You’re not willing to share the real constraint or the real goal.
Send a direct message
If you’ve already run the X-Ray, mention what it revealed.
Prefer email? geoff@alignwithgeoff.com
A quick note
Private. Selective. Built for adults.
The fastest way to get a useful response is to include:
- What you’re trying to decide
- What you’ve already tried (if anything)
- What “better” would look like in 30–90 days