diff --git a/.github/steps/1-create-a-branch.md b/.github/steps/1-create-a-branch.md
index 8460cf74..4fe9b489 100644
--- a/.github/steps/1-create-a-branch.md
+++ b/.github/steps/1-create-a-branch.md
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@ Branches allow you to separate your work from the `main` branch. In other words,
 
    ![main-branch-dropdown](/images/main-branch-dropdown.png)
 
-4. In the field, enter a name for your branch: `my-first-branch`.
+4. In the field, name your branch `my-first-branch`. In this case, the name must be `my-first-branch` to trigger the course workflow.
 5. Click **Create branch: my-first-branch** to create your branch.
 
    ![create-branch-button](/images/create-branch-button.png)