FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
The Queue
What does $20 get me?
- A position in the queue
- Up to 1 hour of focused attention on your submission
- A PDF write-up and a video response
A full-on research squad (me + AI + friends + network) focused on your submission. Worth way more than $20, kept low so anyone can access it.
What do you mean "a position in the queue"?
When you submit your problem, it enters the queue. You can see all pending submissions there, along with recently completed ones.
Every day, FogSift selects items from the queue to work on. Your position tells you roughly where you are in line, but selection isn't strictly first-come-first-served.
What do you mean "up to 1 hour"?
You get up to the full hour. Each submission gets up to 1 hour of focused attention. At or before the hour mark, we stop and draft your PDF write-up and video response.
Sometimes we crack it in 20 minutes. Sometimes the full hour isn't enough. Either way, you get what we found.
Can I pay to move up in the queue?
Yes. There's a daily bump option. Once per day, you can pay a one-time fee to move your submission up. This prevents abuse while giving time-sensitive requests a path forward.
The Work
Can you refuse to work on my submission?
Yes. FogSift reserves the right to refuse any submission for any reason. If we refuse before starting work, you get a full refund. This rarely happens.
Do you give specific advice or just frameworks?
Both. Concrete recommendations where possible. When not, a framework to figure it out yourself. No vague platitudes.
What if I want to work with FogSift more?
Start the same as everyone else: submit your problem for $20. Mention that you're interested in deeper engagement.
The Video
Why do you work on camera?
Transparency. You see exactly how I think through problems. No black box consulting. Plus, others can learn from watching.
Where are videos published?
On the FogSift YouTube channel. Each session becomes an episode.
Can I request my video not be published?
The public format is core to how this works. If your problem requires confidentiality, consider a private engagement instead.
Money
Why $20?
Low enough to be accessible. High enough to keep submissions real. The price isn't the point; the work is.
Do you offer refunds?
If your problem sits in the queue for 30+ days without being picked, yes. If you're dissatisfied with the work, let's talk. I'd rather make it right than keep your money.
What's the catch?
No catch. The low price lets me help more people. The public format means the value compounds as others learn from each session.
Other Options
What if the queue doesn't fit my needs?
Check the offers page for other options: free triage calls, private deep dives, and contract engagements for bigger projects.
Can I just email you a question?
Sure. info@fogsift.com. I can't promise a deep answer for free, but I'll point you in the right direction.
Ready to join the queue?
$20. Up to 1 hour. PDF write-up and video response.
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