Get in touch
The Voyage is a personal journal, not a company, so there is no support desk and no contact form that dumps into a shared inbox. Every message you send comes directly to me. I read them, and I reply to almost all of them, usually within a day or two.
Below are the channels I actually check. Pick whichever feels right for what you want to talk about. If you are pitching a partnership, a speaking slot, a podcast, or a board conversation, LinkedIn is the fastest path. If you are a reader responding to a post, any of the social channels are perfect.
Where to reach me
Best for business, cybersecurity, MSP channel conversations, board work, and speaking inquiries.
Email via LinkedIn
Message on LinkedInLonger notes, introductions, media requests, and podcast bookings. I read every message personally.
Travel photos, behind-the-scenes from trips, and quick questions about a specific country or post.
Threads
@scott_barlow_10Short-form conversation about travel, food, mixology, and whatever the current post has stirred up.
X (Twitter)
@ScottjbarlowPublic replies and quick threads. Direct messages are open, but response times are slower here.
Friends, family, and readers who prefer to keep in touch here.
Signal
scott_barlow.10Preferred for anything sensitive, including press, source conversations, or private introductions.
Telegram
@scott_barlowUseful when we're on the road together or coordinating around timezones.
For readers and colleagues outside the US who prefer WhatsApp for quick notes.
What to expect back
- Response time. Usually 24 to 72 hours. Longer when I am on the road in a timezone that disagrees with yours.
- Speaking and podcasts. Include the audience, date range, format, and a link to prior episodes or event pages. That saves us a round trip.
- Press and media. Signal is preferred for anything sensitive. LinkedIn works fine for everything else.
- Reader mail. Corrections, tips on a country or restaurant, and disagreements with something I wrote are all welcome. Please cite the post so I can find it quickly.
- Cold pitches and SEO offers. Guest posts, link exchanges, and paid placements are not accepted. Please do not follow up.
About this site
The Voyage is written, edited, photographed, and maintained by Scott Barlow. It is a single-author publication with no ghost writers and no syndicated content. If you want the longer version, the about page has it.