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Substack writers concerned as subscriptions ‘plummet’ due to follow feature
“This latest intervention is indicative of [Substack's] efforts to transition to a social media hub where they can sell ad space.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter. This particular issue links
On being a good newsletterer
“A person’s inbox is a sacred space: Don’t be an unsubscribe ding-dong, make it easy and obvious.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter. This particular issue links to insightful blog post
Everything is an essay.
“When solving for consistency, of both quality and quantity [of your newsletter], your best friend is the humble essay.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter. This particular issue links to a thoughtful blog
Don’t think big!
“Big topics often lead to small results, small topics foster great results.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter. This issue links to a wonderful little post by Ralph Ammer replete with custom-animated illustrations.
On marketing broetry
“There isn’t a map you can follow for guaranteed marketing success [and] that’s what makes it so fun.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter. This issue links to a blog post
The zero-click email strategy
“Write [your] newsletter in such a way that it’s completely digestible in its native, in-inbox format [and] the reader never has to click on any of the links … but it’s better if they do.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to
How to grow a community from 0 to 2,000+ active alumni
“Communities are built one person at a time [...] Focus on initially adding value to a small group, and one day, you’ll have a lively community outsiders are eager to join.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve &
Share what you've struggled with
Though technically about blogging, if replace the word “blog” with “email newsletter,” this is solid advice for developing a content strategy that focuses on being helpful and creating value for others. Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve &
11 things smart newsletters do to convert readers to supporters & customers
“When it comes to driving revenue, the little things matter—and it takes a lot of little things working together to make a difference ... so start small.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter.
How to get your first 100 signups
“Tell everyone.” Read This is curated by Stephen Knezovich. Each issue shares resources and insights to help writers launch, improve & grow their email newsletter. This issue links to Substack's official guide to growing your list and includes small pieces of advice from writers who've had