I reached 500 paid subscribers. Here's the exact playbook every new Substacker needs - the 5 part strategy how to grow on Substack and the things nobody tells you (but you need to know)
My name is Ugonna kelvin Amobi, a versatile professional with a unique blend of skills and expertise spanning Writing, creative content creation, storytelling, Forex/Crypto Trading, poetry, philosophy, and a deep commitment to the ideals of Pan-Africanism. With a passion for words and a creative mindset.
I'm new to substack and I'm open to collaborating, learning from other creatives as well.
Hey Yana, I'm a real fan of your work right here on Substack.
Speaking of stripe, as you mentioned in your newsletter, it's a real limitation for writers living in non-stripe supported countries but, paid subscriptions aren't the only channel to monetize on Substack just as you listed in you," How you make money" part of your Newsletter. There's always a way around. Keep up with your great work!!
This is the kind of perspective new writers need. Starting from zero is less about chasing subscriber numbers and more about building a clear point of view, showing up consistently, and becoming part of the community. Curious which one thing you’d prioritize first in 2026.
Good point. Thank you Sarra. Although it's not just "distribution" if you run it as a hobby or you're here to "test how it goes". It will never work. You have to take it as a business and focus to make it work.
This is something I will be re-reading. You motivated me to start promoting my digital products immediately. I thought it doesn't make sense to do that if I don't have any subscribers yet
Just starting from scratch. Found, saved and restacked.
thank you for this!! i just started this book club & this helps a lot!
Thank you!!
My name is Ugonna kelvin Amobi, a versatile professional with a unique blend of skills and expertise spanning Writing, creative content creation, storytelling, Forex/Crypto Trading, poetry, philosophy, and a deep commitment to the ideals of Pan-Africanism. With a passion for words and a creative mindset.
I'm new to substack and I'm open to collaborating, learning from other creatives as well.
Please do follow and subscribe. 🤍
this is so helpful!
Thank you so much!
Hey Yana, I'm a real fan of your work right here on Substack.
Speaking of stripe, as you mentioned in your newsletter, it's a real limitation for writers living in non-stripe supported countries but, paid subscriptions aren't the only channel to monetize on Substack just as you listed in you," How you make money" part of your Newsletter. There's always a way around. Keep up with your great work!!
Thank you! You can also run a free newsletter and sell digital products or subscriptions managed elsewhere, it works well with gumroad
This is the kind of perspective new writers need. Starting from zero is less about chasing subscriber numbers and more about building a clear point of view, showing up consistently, and becoming part of the community. Curious which one thing you’d prioritize first in 2026.
Hey guys, I’m a copywriter.
I just shared a new note on my Substack. Would love to hear your thoughts if you check it out. ✍🏾
Besides, I would appreciate you guys support through my journey 🙏🏻❤️
Wowww, thank you so much for this amazing sharing, very insightful 🔥
Thank you!!
thank you so much for sharing this! I'm new here, learning as I'm building, & I needed some guide like this exactly!
Awesome, happy to help :) Curious how it works for you :)
still learning & implementing this :)
Awesome!
Love this article! 👏🏻 As someone new to Substack I appreciate any advice on how to reach people. 🫶🏼
Thank you so much Yackel! I’m here if you have any questions along the way building your Substack
So Amazing and informative. Happy i found you thank you such for taking the time to create this. I’ve learnt so much new stuff. ❤️
Thank you Chantelle!
The step that never appears on these lists is deciding what you’re willing to be wrong about in public. Everything after that is distribution.
Good point. Thank you Sarra. Although it's not just "distribution" if you run it as a hobby or you're here to "test how it goes". It will never work. You have to take it as a business and focus to make it work.
This is so comprehensive. Thank you so much. What would you say is a good measure of success after the first 30 days?
I'd say probably to see progress - growth of subscribers, engagement maybe :)
Thank you! Would mean the world if you'd be able to read my very first article I posted today, but if you don't have the time, no worries!
This is something I will be re-reading. You motivated me to start promoting my digital products immediately. I thought it doesn't make sense to do that if I don't have any subscribers yet
yes it does! :)
Let’s connect and share ideas! 💡
Top read some great points I will be taking on board
Thank you!