Thank you so much for the kind feedback, Stuart. That means the world. I'm so glad that our resources have been useful for you. What's your goal on Substack right now? :)
I have coached for some years and having a consistent niche and focus has been solid advice but demands so much discipline for wide thinkers fascinated by the world at large. If that’s you then keep your substack niche tight, consider you are speaking to a specific audience of one and for all your other thoughts throw them in a journal, it might give birth to something new
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, that's a valuable addition. The problem with data in the early days is that when you're only looking at small numbers, the conclusions you draw might not be very meaningful. So I'm always torn about adding that tip to my content when it's specifically supposed to help beginners.
Totally fair point, Sinem! I overlooked that small sample sizes can be misleading. But I’ve found that even early data can highlight trends in engagement or reveal what isn’t resonating. It’s less about chasing precision and more about building the habit of curiosity. Not to mention, tracking from day one makes it easier to scale what works later. Maybe the tip is less “track for insight” and more “track to sharpen your instinct over time.”
Hi there! In that case, I would actually look for other writers in the poetry field and see what they have been doing so far. You might find some great collaboration ideas looking at writers who are ahead of you. :)
Thanks for this Sinem
Being new on SubStack I’ve been totally wowed by the insights you and your team regularly share
Thank you so much for the kind feedback, Stuart. That means the world. I'm so glad that our resources have been useful for you. What's your goal on Substack right now? :)
My goal is to write what is useful for my readers.
Thank you so much for the advice. I just started on Substack and the journey of building an audience feels daunting, so I appreciate the tips.
I'm so glad this was useful!
I definitely fall into the multi passionate camp - and am new on Substack. However, as a 3d animator I’m using Substack to share in my creations.
Have you seen success with the “follow my journey” approach?
Hi Brian! First of all, welcome to Substack! :)
Sharing your journey can make sense in many different niches. It's been an important part of my content strategy, for sure.
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Great tips Sinem. Thank you. 😀
Thanks, John!
This part hit hard: “Sometimes, you don’t need more followers. You just need deeper connections.”
Most people treat Substack like a broadcast channel. But it’s closer to a conversation engine.
Real relationships scale better than viral posts ever will.
Absolutely, you can come so far by focusing on the human aspect of content creation! :)
As always, so very down to earth and practical. I'm learning and you're helping so much. Thank you!
And if I ever can figure out what exactly I'm writing about, I will feel so good. :)
Thank you so much for the kind feedback, Lynn. I'm glad this was useful! :)
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I have coached for some years and having a consistent niche and focus has been solid advice but demands so much discipline for wide thinkers fascinated by the world at large. If that’s you then keep your substack niche tight, consider you are speaking to a specific audience of one and for all your other thoughts throw them in a journal, it might give birth to something new
This is stellar, but I’d add a #6: "Track metrics early."
Without data, how do you know what’s working? (Or do you advocate intuition-first?)
Hi Catrina! :)
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, that's a valuable addition. The problem with data in the early days is that when you're only looking at small numbers, the conclusions you draw might not be very meaningful. So I'm always torn about adding that tip to my content when it's specifically supposed to help beginners.
Totally fair point, Sinem! I overlooked that small sample sizes can be misleading. But I’ve found that even early data can highlight trends in engagement or reveal what isn’t resonating. It’s less about chasing precision and more about building the habit of curiosity. Not to mention, tracking from day one makes it easier to scale what works later. Maybe the tip is less “track for insight” and more “track to sharpen your instinct over time.”
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Awesome tips, thank you!
Thanks, Nicholas!
I want to start with #5. I have friends and readers already showing up. I want to build stronger ties such that they want to be here with me.
That may begin with collaborative posts. I mainly write poetry so I wonder what are the most sensible ways to collab. Any ideas?
Hi there! In that case, I would actually look for other writers in the poetry field and see what they have been doing so far. You might find some great collaboration ideas looking at writers who are ahead of you. :)
You've just turned on a light bulb for me, Sinem. And it came in No 3, 'Deliver that gift inside your welcome email'.
Brilliant!
Thank you for your clear talking, and sensible advice.
I'm glad this was useful, Yasmin. Do you already have an idea for a gift you will add to your welcome email? :)
Yes, I've provided a link to '52 Writing Prompts'. (Produced this as a post for paid subscribers only.)
These are really useful strategies I needed to read today. Thank you.
I'm so glad you found it helpful. Are you already trying any of those strategies? :)
Yes, write for a clear purpose, and content for visibility and connection. Plus publishing daily notes. :-)
Sinem, this is gold. Thank you. As always, your wisdom and insight are incredibly helpful. Again, I'm reminded about the power of collaboration.
I'm so glad this resonated with you, Jeanie. Hope you'll enjoy putting them into practice! :)
This is so helpful, especially for those who have just started.
I'm glad this was useful, Divya. Hope you'll have fun putting the strategies into action! :)
As someone just starting out on Substack, this is very helpful. Thanks for sharing
I'm so glad this is useful to some. Thanks for checking it out! :)