Become a Founding Friend

Be one of 25 people to test Our Rough Draft Cards before they launch—and help us build something meaningful.

I'm Interested!

The Story

We've been sharing our stories on the podcast.

Stories about how we met. How we parent. How we fight and make up. How we let go. How we stay connected when life pulls us apart.

And every week, listeners tell us the same thing: "These conversations are helping us talk to each other."

So we created something to help you do the same.

Our Rough Draft Cards: 110 conversation prompts for couples, families, and friends who want to go deeper than "How was your day?"

But before we launch to the world, we need your help.

How to Apply

We have 25 spots available. Here's how to apply:

  1. Fill out the form below (takes 2 minutes)

  2. Tell us in 1-2 sentences why you want to be a Founding Friend

  3. We'll review applications and notify you by December 15

  4. If selected, we'll ship your deck by December 20

Application deadline: December 12, 2024

  • Founding Friends are the first 25 people to test Our Rough Draft Cards.

    You'll receive an exclusive beta sampler deck (35 carefully selected cards) and help us shape the final product with your honest feedback.

    This isn't just a free gift—it's an invitation to be part of the story from the beginning.

    Your name will be included in the "Founding Friends" credits when we officially launch. You'll be part of something bigger than a deck of cards—you'll be part of a movement toward deeper connection.

  • ✨ Exclusive Beta Sampler Deck (35 cards across all 7 card types)

    📖 How to Use Guide so you know exactly where to start

    💌 Handwritten thank-you note from Denise & Tim

    🎁 Early access + discount when the full deck launches (February 2025)

    ⭐ Your name in the Founding Friends credits (on our website and/or in packaging)

    Shipping: Free (U.S. only for beta program)

    Timeline: Cards ship by December 20, 2024

  • This is a true partnership. In exchange for the free beta deck, we're asking you to:

    📸 Use the cards over the holidays and into the new year

    💬 Tag us on social media when you use them (@ourroughdraft + #RoughDraftConversations)

    ✍️ Share your feedback via a short survey after 2 weeks (10 minutes max)

    ❤️ Be honest - We want to know what works, what doesn't, and what's missing

    Optional but appreciated:

    • Share one story about a conversation the cards sparked

    • Leave a review when we officially launch

    • Tell your friends if you love them

  • You might be a good fit if you:

    • Listen to Our Rough Draft podcast (or are willing to check it out)

    • Want deeper conversations with your partner, family, or friends

    • Are willing to share honest feedback

    • Are comfortable posting on social media (even just Stories)

    • Believe connection matters more than perfection

    This might NOT be for you if you:

    • Just want free stuff without engaging

    • Aren't interested in helping us improve the product

    • Don't have time to use the cards before mid-January

    We're looking for engaged, thoughtful people—not just a big audience.

  • When will I know if I'm selected? We'll notify all applicants by December 15, 2024.

    When will cards ship? Selected Founding Friends will receive their decks by December 20, 2024.

    Is this really free? Yes. Completely free, including shipping. We're investing in you because we believe in building community, not just customers.

    What if I don't use social media much? That's okay! Even sharing in Instagram Stories (which disappear after 24 hours) is helpful. We're not asking for perfectly curated posts—just authentic moments.

    What if I can't provide feedback by the deadline? We get it—life happens. Just do your best. We'd rather have thoughtful, late feedback than rushed, early feedback.

    Will the beta sampler be different from the full deck? Yes. The sampler includes 35 cards as a representative sample. The full deck will have 110 cards covering more themes and going deeper.

    Can I buy the full deck now? Not yet! The full deck launches in February 2025 for Valentine's Day. Founding Friends will get early access and a discount.

    What if I'm not selected? You'll be first on the list when presale opens in February. Plus, you'll get updates about the launch.

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