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Write • Build • Scale

The Write • Build • Scale podcast is for online creators who want to turn their expertise into a thriving digital business.Weekly episodes on audience growth, content creation, monetization strategies, and building a profitable creator business.

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    From 30 Years in Fortune 500 Companies to Building a Coaching Business on Substack

    In this episode, I’m joined by Mandeep Kaur, who spent 30 years in Fortune 500 companies before reinventing herself as a transformational coach and founder of Awaken • Align • Ascend on Substack.In this value-packed episode, we cover:The hidden blocks (fear, trauma, self-sabotage) that quietly hold people back from their next chapter (04:39)Why Mandeep decided to go all-in on Substack - and get coaching from us (06:16)How overthinking keeps creators stuck - and how to start taking fast action (09:09)The simple Substack growth strategy: consistency, notes, and daily engagement (13:48)Why community-building is the real growth engine - and how to build it (17:02)The 555 Method: a step-by-step framework to create deep identity transformation in 5 weeks (20:08)What Mandeep recommends to new Substack creators who are still on the sidelines (21:29)And much, much more…-----⚡ Stop Guessing. Start Growing.Your Substack has more potential than you’re currently unlocking.Our coaching gives you the strategy, systems, and direct support to:Attract new subscribers every month with actionable growth systemsTurn your audience into real revenue — paid tiers, digital products, and moreLock in your positioning and content strategy so every post builds momentumNo figuring it out yourself - but hands-on guidance from people who’ve actually done it.Apply today: https://substackcoaching.com/

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    From 0 To 45,000+ Subscribers: Here’s What ACTUALLY Leads To Growth

    Together with my two co-founders, Sinem and Philip, we’ve grown our Substack publication, Write • Build • Scale, to over 45,000 subscribers and 1,500+ paid subscribers in about two years.In this episode, I’ll break down exactly which strategies and Substack features made the biggest difference in our growth, so you can focus on them and speed up your own growth.🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://mwa.kit.com/podstarterkit📙 Subscribe to Write • Build • Scale: https://writebuildscale.substack.com/

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    Listen To This Before You Go All-In On Substack

    For the past two years, I’ve been going all-in on Substack. Together with my two co-founders, we’ve grown our publication to 44,000+ subscribers and 1,400+ paid subscribers - and leveraged Substack to build a $50k per month digital business.So, it’s safe to say I believe Substack is one of the best platforms out there right now for creators, professionals, and founders who want to build a real audience and a real business.But here’s the thing: I see a lot of people flocking to Substack right now with expectations that don’t match the reality of the platform. And when reality doesn’t match expectations, people quit — often right before things were about to actually work out.That’s why I wanted to share four things you need to understand before you go all-in on Substack, so you’re approaching it with the right mindset and strategies.

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    10 Habits of Highly Successful Substack Creators

    What separates the Substack creators who build real audiences from those who struggle, stall, or quietly give up? Having worked with hundreds of successful creators, I can tell you it’s rarely just tactics.The biggest differences almost always start with mindset and belief — and only then show up in tactics and results.So whether you’re brand new to Substack, you’ve been at it for a while, but growth feels slow, or you’re already doing well and want to reach the next level, here are the 10 habits I see consistently in the Substack creators who succeed.

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    The 8-Step Process to Build & Launch a Profitable Mini-Course (in 2 Weeks or Less)

    In this episode, we walked through the exact 8-step process we followed to take our latest mini-course, Substack Notes Simplified, from first idea to 5-figure launch in under 14 days. ----If you do ONE thing for your creator business this year, make it this: build a mini-course that generates revenue on autopilot.We'll show you exactly how in our free masterclass this Wednesday, March 11. Reserve your seat today: https://go.writebuildscale.com/livemasterclass

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    Want to Build Your First Mini-Course? Here’s What You Need to Know...

    💻 Want a profitable mini-course idea tailored specifically to you?Answer a few quick questions, and I’ll personally suggest a mini-course idea based on your background, skills, and audience.It’s free. Takes two minutes. And it might be the most valuable thing you do today:→ [Get your personalized mini-course idea here]-----Over the past few weeks, we’ve been getting so many questions from our community about mini-courses. Questions about whether they’re right for you, how to get started, what a “mini-course” even means, and whether you actually need a big audience to make it work.So I figured: why not dedicate an entire episode to answering your biggest questions all in one episode?That’s exactly what we’re doing today.Let’s dive in.

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    3 Things You Should Know Before Creating Your First (or Next) Digital Product

    I created my very first digital product almost a decade ago.Since then, I’ve created and launched dozens more - online courses, workshops, eBooks, templates, tools - across different niches and different businesses.Over the years, those products have generated multiple six figures in revenue.And I’m still a big believer in digital products.Why?Because you put in the work once, and then the product can sell around the clock.While you’re sleeping.On the weekends.On random Mondays when you’re not even thinking about it.Digital products have always been at the center of every online business I’ve built.But if you’re thinking about creating your first (or next) digital product, there are a few things you should know before you start.These are lessons I learned the hard way - through trial and error.Let’s dive in.

  8. 24

    Why We’re Launching a 2nd Substack Publication (Smarter Substack)

    We just launched our brand-new Substack publication, Smarter Substack.Subscribe to Smarter Substack: https://www.smartersubstack.com/The idea behind Smarter Substack is simple.It’s a one-stop newsletter that curates the best resources about Substack growth and monetization - from all kinds of different Substack experts.Subscribe to Smarter Substack: https://www.smartersubstack.com/We wanted to create one place on Substack where people can find the most relevant, useful, and trustworthy information about growing on Substack.Not just from us - but from dozens of different Substack creators.

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    This Substack Feature Can Bring You 1000s of New Subscribers on Autopilot

    If you’re serious about growing on Substack, there’s one feature you really can’t afford to ignore.And no, it has nothing to do with creating more content.And it definitely has nothing to do with shouting louder or promoting yourself 24/7.It’s pretty much a set-it-and-forget-it feature that runs quietly in the background, while bringing in 100s or even 1000s of new subscribers over time.(I know that sounds a bit too good to be true. But it’s very real.)I’m talking about Substack’s newsletter recommendation feature.You’ve probably seen it before.You might already be using it.But in my experience working with hundreds of Substack creators, this feature is still massively underused and undervalued.And that’s a missed opportunity.Listen to this episode to learn how to leverage the full power of Substack recommendations.

  10. 22

    What You Need to Know Before Building Your First Course (From a 6-Figure Course Creator)

    In this episode, I’m joined by Philip Hofmacer, and we dive deep into how he built his first online course, what he learned from generating multiple 6-figures with courses, and what he would do differently if he started from scratch today.🧰 Download Your Substack Starter Kit (Free): https://www.writebuildscale.com/podstarterkit/📙 Subscribe To Write • Build • Scale on Substack: https://writebuildscale.substack.com/In this value-packed episode, we covered:- How Philip accidentally stumbled into online courses (00:38)- Why first-time course creators often focus on the wrong things (03:05)- Why the mindset of “Published over perfect” and shipping fast is key (07:47)- How Philip’s first $1.36 payout set him up for multiple six figures in revenue later (10:29)- How Philip went from $1.36 to $5,200/month in just a few months (15:04)- Why building an email list would have made him 10x more money in the long run (22:36)- The most important question to answer before building your first online course (31:06)And much, much more…

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    Answering Your 21 Most Common Questions About Substack Growth & Monetization

    In this episode of the WBS podcast, I’ll answer 21 of the most common questions we received about Substack.We’ll cover all sorts of questions, like:What should you focus on if you’re new to Substack?How often should you publish per week?How do I decide what to put behind the paywall?How long should an average Substack post be?How does Substack compare to other platforms like LinkedIn?Can you use Substack to sell your books and attract coaching clients?Is it smart to have multiple publications, or should you have only one?And much, much more…

  12. 20

    How This Substack Creator Became a Bestseller in 8 Months (With Less Than 2,500 Subscribers)

    In this episode, I’m joined by Benjamin Hies, and we break down how he turned his publication, Digital Citizen, into a Substack bestseller (with 100+ paid subscribers) and a thriving online business.If you want to learn how to attract more paid subscribers - and turn your publication into multiple sources of revenue - you’re going to love this episode.---- Benjamin is part of our private Substack coaching program. If you want to apply for private Substack coaching so we can personally help you grow and monetize your publication faster, click here: https://form.jotform.com/260063396621051(Limited spots available.)----Subscribe to Benjamin's publication here: https://www.clubcitizen.co/----Here’s exactly what we cover:- The biggest mistake Benjamin made on Substack: writing for “everyone” instead of one clear reader (02:52)- The curse of knowledge: why writing basic content often performs best (05:45)- How Benjamin became a Substack Bestseller in 8 months (12:20)- The exact content + pricing strategy that pushed him past 100 paid subscribers (13:37)- Why paid subscriptions are just the starting point of monetization, not the end goal (24:49)- How Benjamin added a $5,000 consulting offer to his Substack (26:22)- What new Substack creators who want to build a business on the platform should start doing (28:38)- Why Benjamin recommends being “impatient with actions, but patient with results” (29:45)And much, much more…

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    How Amy Suto Built a 6-Figure-Per-Year Substack Newsletter

    Amy Suto is a 4x author, founder of a 7-figure writing business, and the creator of the bestselling Substack publication, Make Writing Your Job. If you’re interested in learning how Amy built a best-selling Substack publication with 1,000+ paid subscribers - and nearly $200K in annual recurring revenue - this episode is for you.📚 Pre-Order Amy's New Book Here: https://www.amysuto.com/write-for-money-and-power📙 Follow Amy Suto on Substack: https://substack.com/@sutoscience📝 Subscribe To Make Writing Your Job: https://www.makewritingyourjob.com/-----🧰 Download Your Substack Starter Kit (Free): https://www.writebuildscale.com/podstarterkit/-----In this value-packed episode, we covered:- The simple question every creator must answer before they can grow paid subscribers (01:35)- Why her paid Substack isn’t “more articles,” but a full membership with tools, classes, and community (03:22)- The two Substack business models (broadcast vs community) and how to know which one fits you (04:02)- Why marketing doesn’t have to feel sleazy (05:30)- Why you should turn on paid subscriptions from day one - even with a tiny audience (09:09)- Why Substack is a powerful platform for freelancers, consultants, and writers (12:03)- The myth of the “starving artist,” and why writers need to reclaim money and power (22:30)- How to stop fearing critics, bad reviews, and hate comments (27:03)And much, much more…

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    3 Things We Learned From Reaching 1,000+ Paid Subscribers On Substack In 2025

    In this final episode of the year, we broke down the biggest lessons we learned from growing the Write • Build • Scale publication to 1,000+ paid subscribers (and 29,000+ total subscribers) in 2025.🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://www.writebuildscale.com/podstarterkit/📙 Subscribe to Write • Build • Scale: https://writebuildscale.substack.com/ In this value-packed episode, we covered:- The biggest mistake beginners make with paid subscriptions (00:45)- The exact free vs paid content mix we follow (00:02:39)- Why we create a few “pillar posts” per year - and how they drive paid subscriber growth (05:30)- How one free post became our most profitable piece of content ever (07:23)- Why personal connection will matter more than ever in an AI-heavy future (11:05)- Why we treat our paid Substack as an entry-point offer, not the end of monetization (18:05)- How Substack is becoming an all-in-one creator platform heading into 2026 (28:24)- The Substack features we’re most excited about for next year (33:15)

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    How This Writer Turned His Substack Into Multiple Income Streams

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Derek Hughes from The Irresistible Writer to talk about how to turn your Substack into multiple streams of revenue (rather than relying on paid subscriptions alone).----🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://mwa.kit.com/podstarterkit----Follow Derek Hughes on Substack: https://substack.com/@derekhughesSubscribe To The Irresistible Writer: https://derekhughes.substack.com/Check Out The Irresistible Substack Agent (AI Tool): https://derekhughes.thrivecart.com/the-irresistible-substack-agent/----In this value-packed episode, we covered:- How Derek lost 95% of his Medium income overnight - and why that changed everything about his writing business (00:45)- Why he stopped building “perfect” digital products (04:34)- How to serve different types of buyers with the same knowledge (low-ticket → high-ticket) (06:44)- Why you should never build a big product before validating demand (and how Derek tests ideas fast) (12:37)- Why writing in a “saturated market” doesn’t matter if people trust you (17:15)- Why paid Substack subscriptions should be an entry point, not the end goal (33:28)- How Derek prices his paid Substack to maximize retention (34:23)

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    What You Need To Know About Self-Publishing Your First (or Next) Book

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Corey Fradin, who is the founder of Authrs.io - an agency that ghostwrites, markets, and publishes best-selling books for busy professionals.Interested in Working With Authrs.io? Book a Call Here: https://authrs.io/callInterested in writing for Authrs.io? Reach out to their Director of Fulfillment here: [email protected] (Experienced writers only.)----🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://mwa.kit.com/podstarterkit----In this value-packed episode, we covered:The biggest mistake first-time authors make (02:16)Why most books only sell a few hundred copies - and how to make sure your book sells more (03:17)How to choose the right book idea (04:10)The real economics of book sales on Amazon (08:12)Self-publishing vs traditional publishing - which one is better? (09:14)Why building an audience first makes traditional publishers almost irrelevant (13:02)How Corey and his co-founder grew Authors.io into a 7-figure business in under 3 years (24:31)And much, much more…

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    The Hidden Patterns Holding You Back From Building a Thriving Creator Business

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Phil Powis and Carolina Wilke from Sacred Business Flow to talk about the subconscious patterns and beliefs that keep creators from building a profitable business that’s truly aligned with their values, identity, and lifestyle.🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://mwa.kit.com/podstarterkitConnect With Phil Powis & Carolina Wilke:Follow Phil Powis on Substack: https://substack.com/@sacredbusinessflowFollow Carolina Wilke on Substack: https://substack.com/@carolinawilkeSubscribe To ‘Sacred Business Flow’ on Substack: https://love.sacredbusinessflow.com/The Sacred Business Harmony Map Assessment: https://harmony.sacredbusinessflow.com/

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    The #1 Digital Product Every Substack Creator Should Have In 2026

    Learn More About Mini-Course Accelerator:http://minicourseaccelerator.com/-----I’m convinced every coach, educator, expert, and Substack creator should have at least one mini-course in their online business.I say that because I’ve built my previous business - a productivity newsletter with 17,000+ subscribers - almost entirely on simple mini-courses (that generated multiple six-figures in revenue). So in this episode of the Write • Build • Scale podcast, we’re breaking down why mini-courses are the best digital product to create in 2026 - and exactly what to know before building yours.

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    5 Lessons On Building & Selling Digital Products (We Wish We Learned Sooner)

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Philip Hofmacher to unpack the five biggest lessons we’ve learned from generating multiple six figures with our digital products.💻 Free Training: Turn Your Knowledge Into Income in 2026We’re hosting a live training where we reveal how you can turn your expertise into profitable digital products - so you can stop trading your time for money and start scaling your income in 2026. » Click here to reserve your seat for this free training.Timestamps:- Why teaching for free is the fastest way to actually make more sales (01:11)- The “7-hour rule” that shows how long it really takes someone to buy from you (02:17)- How to stop undervaluing your knowledge (and why people will happily pay for what you already know) (04:46)- Why short, actionable mini-courses sell better, get finished more often, and create loyal repeat buyers (12:11)- How to validate demand for your next digital product before you build it (19:16)- Your audience is already telling you what they want to buy - you just have to know what to look for (24:01)- The biggest mistake most creators make when launching digital products (00:31:04)

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    5 Ways To Monetize Your Substack (Without Paid Subscriptions)

    Paid subscriptions are often seen as the holy grail of monetization on Substack. And yes, paid subscriptions are amazing.As of this point, we have more than 900 paid subscribers, and we generate multiple 5-figures through paid subscriptions.But there’s a whole world of monetization possibilities beyond simply charging for your newsletter…🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://www.writebuildscale.com/podstarterkit/

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    8-Figure Entrepreneur: How To Build a Thriving Online Business In Your 50s (And Beyond)

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Brian Clark, serial entrepreneur and founder of the pioneering content marketing website Copyblogger (which he grew to 10s of millions in sales).Nowadays, with his newsletter Further, he helps Generation X navigate a new reality where the rules of work, money, and meaning have changed.🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://www.writebuildscale.com/podstarterkit/In this value-packed episode, we covered:- Why people over 50 are starting online businesses faster than ever before (00:05:14)- The smartest way to turn decades of experience into a profitable education-based business (00:10:03)- How to build offers your audience actually wants (00:18:11)- How to design a business that’s both profitable and location-independent (00:24:03)- Why you should build a lifestyle-first business instead of waiting for “retirement” to enjoy your freedom (00:27:30)- Why traditional employment is actually riskier than starting your own business (00:31:37)- How to build your online business on the side in just one hour a day (00:38:05)- How Substack’s ecosystem gives creators an edge most people overlook (00:41:36)- The #1 business lesson Brian wishes he’d learned sooner (00:47:28)And much, much more…Connect With Brian Clark:📙 ⁠Follow Brian Clark on Substack: https://substack.com/@thatbrianclark▶️ Subscribe To ‘Further’ on Substack: https://news.further.net/

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    How These Twin Brothers Built a 90,000+ Subscriber Substack (From Scratch)

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Luis and Rui Sousa, co-founders of The AI Break, a Substack newsletter that’s grown to more than 90,000 subscribers in under two years.The two brothers shared how they turned their side-project into a full-time business, combining paid ads, organic growth, and practical AI education.🧰 Grab your FREE Substack Starter Kit: https://www.writebuildscale.com/podstarterkit/We also covered:- Why paid ads became their biggest growth engine - and how they reinvested every dollar to scale (02:41)- How they monetize their newsletter through 3 powerful income streams (13:00)- Why the best way to sell your services might be to stop pitching them altogether (19:40)- The smart paywall strategy that converts free readers into paying subscribers (21:00)- How to start using AI if you’re feeling overwhelmed or intimidated by it (28:20)- How you can create high-quality content with AI - that actually sounds and feels like you (37:00)- Why you should start monetizing your knowledge right now - even if you only have 10 subscribers (01:00:45)And much, much more…Connect With Rui & Luis Sousa:📙 ⁠Follow Rui Sousa on Substack: https://substack.com/@ruisousa11💼 Follow Luis Sousa on Substack: https://substack.com/@luissousa28▶️ Subscribe To The AI Break Substack: https://theaibreak.substack.com/

  23. 9

    How To Build a $30K Per Month One-Person Business (Ft. Michael Lim)

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Michael Lim - a full-time solopreneur who scaled his one-person business past $30K/month.We talked about building a business around your skills, using leverage to scale, and how to stop overcomplicating the path to six figures.We also covered:The 3 P’s of starting a one-person business; how to turn your profession, pain, or passion into profit (00:02:41)Why any niche - no matter how weird - can scale to six figures a year (00:05:44)The exact step-by-step path to go from freelancer → consultant → digital product creator (00:11:07)How to use social media to validate your offers before you build them (00:20:27)The easiest way to add leverage: sell one offer at different price points (00:29:31)The mindset shift that helped Michael scale past $30K/month (00:40:08)And much, much more…Connect With Michael Lim:📙 ⁠Follow Michael Lim on Substack💼 Follow Michael Lim on LinkedIn▶️ Subscribe To Michael’s YouTube Channel💻 Visit Michael Lim’s Website

  24. 8

    From College Teacher to Making $500k a Year Writing Online (Ft. Taylin John Simmonds)

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with Taylin John Simmonds - a former college teacher turned $500k a year content copywriter - to unpack how to start as a ghostwriter, land your first clients, and scale your income as a writer.Connect With Taylin John Simmonds:📙 ⁠Follow Taylin John Simmonds on Substack: https://substack.com/@taylinsimmonds💼 Follow Taylin John Simmonds on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylin-john-simmonds/✍️ Follow Taylin John Simmonds on X: https://x.com/TaylinSimmonds▶️ Subscribe To Taylin’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@taylinsimmonds 💻 Visit The Ghostlii Website: https://www.ghostlii.com/In this value-packed episode, we cover:- The surprising way he landed his first ghostwriting client (00:50)- How Taylin scaled from $3K/month to $40K/month in just four months (05:59)- The dark side of “fast success” (07:30)- How Taylin rebuilt his business to run without him (09:29)- The mindset that separates six-figure ghostwriters from those who give up (13:02)- The 3 types of leverage Taylin uses to scale his business without burning out (22:00)- The best online platforms for writers in 2025 and beyond (30:02)- The million-dollar advice Taylin got from a mentor - and how it changed his focus overnight (33:43)- The belief shift every new writer needs to make to start earning real money (40:00)And much, much more…

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    Psychologist Explains: How To Beat Imposter Syndrome & Overcome Limiting Beliefs

    In this week’s episode, I sat down with psychologist and executive coach, Corey Wilks (Psy.D), to discuss how creators can navigate imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs, so they can reach their full potential.With 16+ years of experience in psychology, Corey has worked with some of the top creators and communities in the world (like Ali Abdaal, David Perell, and Jay Clouse).Connect With Corey Wilks:📙 ⁠Follow Corey Wilks on Substack: https://substack.com/@coreywilkspsyd📧 Subscribe To The ‘Creator Alchemy’ Newsletter⁠: https://www.creatoralchemy.com🎤 Listen To The ‘Creator Alchemy’ Podcast: https://creator-alchemy.captivate.fm/listen💻 Visit Corey Wilks’ Website: https://coreywilkspsyd.com/Connect With Us:📙 Write • Build • Scale Substack: ⁠https://writebuildscale.substack.com/⁠▶️ Subscribe To YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WriteBuildScalePodcast⭐ Free Substack Bestseller Guide: ⁠https://mwa.kit.com/substackbestsellerIn this value-packed episode, we cover:- How to deal with imposter syndrome - and why it’s actually a good sign (1:07)- The #1 mental shift for writers who struggle with perfectionism (10:12)- The 4 subconscious fears keeping you from success as a creator (13:19)- Why studying productivity hacks doesn’t matter if you don’t work on your mindset (20:00)- The most effective psychological technique to overcome procrastination (22:29)- Why you should give yourself permission to be great (39:02)And much, much more…

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    Step-By-Step Playbook: From 0 To Substack Bestseller In 10 Steps

    In this week’s episode, I’m sharing the step-by-step playbook to go from zero subscribers all the way to Substack Bestseller (100+ paid subscribers). This is the exact system we’ve followed at Write • Build • Scale, and it helped us grow our publication to 17,000+ subscribers and 750+ paid subscribers in just over a year.---Substack System Is Now Open For EnrollmentSubstack System is a step-by-step program designed to help you grow your audience and income on Substack - without the guesswork, overwhelm, or burnout.👉 Enroll at substacksystem.com In the 70+ actionable videos of this course, you’ll learn how to:Grow An Engaged Audience: Attract readers who truly appreciate your workCreate A Thriving Publication: Set your publication up for successWrite Viral Notes: Capture attention and drive subscriber growthBuild Your Paid Substack: Turn readers into paying subscribers every monthBoost Subscriber Growth: Use effective growth strategies to reach more readers with less effort👉 Enroll at substacksystem.com

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    She Built An 100,000+ Audience Writing Online (Here's How...)

    Free Masterclass: Take Your Substack Growth To The Next LevelThis Thursday (October 2nd), we’ll host a live Substack Growth Masterclass where we share exactly how to grow your audience and income on Substack.This live masterclass is completely free to attend, so secure your seat now and set yourself up for success on Substack:https://go.writebuildscale.com/substackmasterclass----In this week’s episode, I sat down with Sinem Gunel, my co-founder at Write • Build • Scale, to talk about how she grew an online audience of 100,000+ by writing on Medium and Substack.In this value-packed episode, we cover:Why writing ‘consistently’ isn’t the right advice - and what you should focus on instead (01:06)The most important writing tip Sinem learned from publishing 150+ articles on Medium (03:54)What asset every online writer should have if they want to build a profitable writing business (12:08)Why focusing on one proven platform leads to faster growth than being “everywhere” or chasing the hottest social media platforms (15:04)How Sinem got over her limiting beliefs on monetization and realized she deserved to get paid for her work (18:54)What skills you’ll need to learn to make the shift from writer to business builder (23:00)How to move from “building an audience” to building a writing business that creates long-term freedom (28:55)And much, much more…

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    This Substack Creator Makes $100k / Year With His Newsletter… Here’s How.

    Ollie Forsyth is the creator of the NEW ECONOMIES newsletter on Substack (75,000+ subscribers). In this episode, we discussed newsletter monetization strategies, how to make your newsletter stand out, and how to earn your first $100,000 on Substack.Connect with Ollie:Follow Ollie on SubstackSubscribe To The NEW ECONOMIES NewsletterListen To The NEW ECONOMIES PodcastConnect With Us:📙 Write • Build • Scale Substack: ⁠https://writebuildscale.substack.com/⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WriteBuildScalePodcast⁠⭐ Free Substack Bestseller Guide: ⁠https://mwa.kit.com/substackbestsellerTimestamps:What makes a paid tier irresistible - and how Ollie got his first 100 paid subscribers (03:11)How to price your paid subscription so it feels like a “no-brainer” (08:39)How small Substack publications can find potential newsletter sponsorships in their niche (19:22)The 90-day growth blueprint to set your Substack up for a $100k year (24:11)How Ollie added 33,000+ subscribers through the newsletter recommendations feature (27:00)How to future-proof your newsletter in the age of AI (33:42)Ollie’s advice on monetization - paid tier, sponsorships, digital products, and more (37:19)

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    How To Get Paid & Grow Your Audience As An Online Writer (Ft. David McIlroy)

    In this episode, I sat down with writer, podcaster, and Substack creator David McIlroy to talk about how online writers can get paid, grow their audience, and build their personal brand.In this value-packed episode, we cover:How David made the shift from writer to entrepreneur (02:59)The #1 mistake most creators make when trying to monetize their knowledge (04:29)How to find a profitable product idea by looking at what you’re already doing in your life or business (8:46)How David grew his Substack newsletter to 29,000+ subscribers (11:00)Three practical rules for building your personal brand as an online writer (18:01)The one piece of advice David has for anyone looking to get started on Substack (27:35)Connect With David McIlroy: 📙 David’s Substack Profile📧 How To Write For a Living Newsletter🎤 David’s Podcast

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    How To Conquer Procrastination & Boost Your Productivity (Ft. Veronica Llorca-Smith)

    Veronica Llorca-Smith is a published author, international public speaker, Substack creator, IRONMAN triathlete, and mom of two.In this episode, we talk about how online writers and creators can boost their productivity, conquer procrastination, and build a lifestyle-first business.Connect With Veronica:📙 Substack Profile: https://substack.com/@veronicallorcasmith📧 Newsletter: ⁠https://veronicallorcasmith.substack.com/📚 The Anti-Procrastinator [Book]: https://www.amazon.com/Anti-Procrastinator-Self-Awareness-Change-Your-Life-ebook/dp/B0DTKG4XRY/Connect With Us:📙 Write • Build • Scale Substack: ⁠https://writebuildscale.substack.com/⁠▶️ Subscribe To YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WriteBuildScalePodcast⭐ Free Substack Bestseller Guide: ⁠https://mwa.kit.com/substackbestsellerTimestamps:- How Veronica manages her time as an author, entrepreneur, public speaker, triathlete, and mom of two (01:01)- Effective productivity routines for online writers and creators (06:40)- How to conquer procrastination by identifying your unique procrastination ‘profile’ (13:39)- How Veronica managed to write a book (published by Penguin Random House) in only 3 months (15:25)- The most valuable life lessons Veronica and Jari learned from doing an IRONMAN triathlon (25:33)- How to design your business so it supports your lifestyle and gives you more freedom and flexibility (33:46)- What to do to stay motivated and positive when you’re not seeing results as a creator (38:09)- The 3 business lessons Veronica would tell her younger entrepreneurial self (43:06)

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    AI Expert: How To Use AI To 10x Your One-Person Business (Ft. Kamil Banc)

    Kamil Banc is an entrepreneur, AI expert, and the owner of the AI Adopters Club newsletter.In this episode, we discuss how to use AI to transform your online business and skyrocket your productivity. Connect With Kamil:📙 Substack Profile: https://substack.com/@banc 📧 Newsletter: ⁠https://aiadopters.club/⁠💻 Right-Click Prompt Chrome Extension: ⁠⁠https://rightclickprompt.com/Connect With Us:📙 Write • Build • Scale Substack: ⁠https://writebuildscale.substack.com/⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WriteBuildScalePodcast⁠⭐ Free Substack Bestseller Guide: ⁠https://mwa.kit.com/substackbestsellerTimestamps:- How AI is changing the game for creators and entrepreneurs (07:09)- Why you shouldn't just use AI for incremental progress, but to explore the boundaries of what's possible (10:10)- How you can use AI as a life operating system (16:02)- Why “effort ≠ value” (rethinking pricing strategy in the AI age) (18:08)- Why you should never type again - but use voice instead (22:04)- Essential skills you need to thrive in the age of AI (30:23)- Why you should never say no to opportunities ever again (32:23)- Kamil’s top 5 daily AI tools (35:00)- Three lessons Kamil would give his younger entrepreneurial self (38:51)

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    How To Validate, Build & Sell Your First Digital Product (Ft. Landon Poburan)

    Landon Poburan is an entrepreneur, digital marketing strategist, and online creator. In this episode, we discuss how to become more comfortable with marketing your work - and how to validate, build, and sell your first low-ticket digital product.Connect With Landon:🌐 Website: https://landonp.com/📙 Substack Profile: https://substack.com/@landonpoburan 📧 Newsletter: https://landonpoburan.substack.com/💻 Subliminal Selling Workshop: https://landonpoburan.gumroad.com/l/subliminal-selling-substack\Connect With Us:📙 Write • Build • Scale Substack: https://writebuildscale.substack.com/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WriteBuildScalePodcast📖 Free Course Creation Guide: https://jariroomer.com/10k-mini-course-guide/Timestamps:02:14 - Overcoming Marketing Resistance and Imposter Syndrome07:21 - Authenticity in Marketing and Selling09:39 - Experimenting With Marketing Strategies12:12 - Does Selling Alienate Your Audience?13:57 - The Importance of Validating Demand15:28 - The Subliminal Selling Method Explained17:42 - Creating Products Based on Audience Feedback25:49 - Why You Should Solve Specific Problems29:29 - How To Launch and Sell Your First Product34:00 - The Power of Subtle Promotion38:49 - 3 Lessons Landon Would Teach His Younger Self45:09 - Which Monetization Method Landon Loves The Most

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    5 Lessons From Building a 7-Figure Creator Business

    In this episode, we share the five biggest lessons we’ve learned from building a 7-figure creator business (plus we’ve got a funny bonus lesson for you at the end of the episode).This episode is packed with practical advice for creators who want to grow faster and earn more.Connect With Us:📙 Write • Build • Scale Substack: ⁠https://writebuildscale.substack.com/⁠▶️ YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WriteBuildScalePodcast⭐ Free Substack Bestseller Guide: https://mwa.kit.com/substackbestsellerTimestamps:1:16 — Lesson #1: If it’s a business, treat it like a business8:10 — Lesson #2: Focus on solving real problems17:18 — Lesson #3: Collaboration over competition26:39 — Lesson #4: Monetize the same skill with multiple offers31:57 — Lesson #5: Choose your customers carefully37:37 — Bonus Lesson: Take 100% responsibility (and trust your gut)Help Us Grow The Podcast:Subscribe to the Write • Build • Scale YouTube channel for weekly video episodesFollow the Write • Build • Scale podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite platformShare this episode with a friend who’d find it valuable

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Write • Build • Scale podcast is for online creators who want to turn their expertise into a thriving digital business.Weekly episodes on audience growth, content creation, monetization strategies, and building a profitable creator business.

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Jari Roomer

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