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Lisa Dunn's avatar

How much time do you dedicate daily to Substack? Noted and Posts. What about marketing, generating lead magnets etc?

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Matt Giaro's avatar

Substack? Roughly 30-45 minutes.

Then, I write my daily emails.

Then, I launch new offers each month. Some of them also become lead magnets.

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Journal Pathways's avatar

I'm wondering about the "Notes" algorithm. I only see my notes when they're first published. Then never again....while I see other writers notes reappear again and again.

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Umme Habiba's avatar

Ok so here is my question..

If i give AI my niche and ask IT to write notes for me, would it be ethical??

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Matt Giaro's avatar

if it's your idea and style, why wouldn't it be?

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Genevieve Kruger's avatar

Well, that’s what I needed to read! I was just in debate with myself if I should even bother with notes because the last 5 or so have seen a big amount: 0! But I do know it takes time. The frustration I feel is I went to Substack for a little more depth in conversation and to honestly connect with other like minded folks in writing and podcasting. And the Substack notes I see recently are typical “dear Substack…” or randomness with pictures and has no real relevance, YET has 100+ likes and comments. I know there are some formulas I could follow, but I’m still new to Substack and am new to podcasting, so I’m trying not to overwhelm myself with yet another platform to post in.

Thanks for the words and advice on notes!

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Matt Giaro's avatar

keep it simple.

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Picture Rocks Networking LLC's avatar

Good reminder, Matt. I agree with you totally saying "I never post photos because I'm an introvert and hate taking selfies."

Most photos with me don't come out well. My hubbie's quite photogenic, and I use him instead. Wouldn't I love to post me enjoying a walk amidst palm trees - But I'll never do it! I know that.

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Matt Giaro's avatar

haha

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