Substack 101: So, You Want to Write on Substack But You Don’t Know Where to Start?
Learn how it's done with writer, designer, and tech-head Nan Tepper
How many of you have been reading all the great writing on the Substack platform, and thinking, “I want to do that, too. I want to write and publish a newsletter of my own.”
You take a look around, and get intimidated by the tech, the challenge of navigating a platform that can be a little hard to untangle at the beginning. You wonder to yourself, “What should I call my publication? How can I make it look good? How do I set the damn thing up?”
That’s where I come in. Let me help you get started. I’m really good at this.
Substack is the hottest writer’s platform around and is exploding in popularity. The audience of engaged, curious readers grows daily. You can create a Substack publication and thanks to its subscription model you might even make some money! I’m Nan Tepper, commonly referred to by one of my clients as “The Substack Goddess.” I’ll guide you through the steps to creating your individual presence on this exciting platform.
Have you been itching to write here, but need a little guidance to help you get started?
Do you understand best practices when it comes to strategies for publishing?
Have you already created an account but found yourself flummoxed by the dashboard, by the tech, by the things that keep changing, as Substack improves the interface.
Do you know how to create wordmarks, logos, and welcome page graphics?
Do you understand branding principles so that your publication pops and is memorable?
I’ll show you everything you need to know to jump in, identify your purpose, find a great name for your newsletter, create some great graphics, and start writing AND publishing. I’ll offer helpful guidance for ways to build a loyal, interactive, and generous audience. I’ll show you how to navigate Substack and learn the ins and outs of being successful in the greatest writing community available today.
You’ll get all your questions answered, we’ll brainstorm and prepare you for a fabulous launch utilizing this remarkable platform for publishing your work.
Questions? Email me now. Or, just go for it and sign up for the workshop!
Nan Tepper is a creative non-fiction writer and graphic designer. She’s worked for over 10 years as the visual creator of Woodstock Bookfest and many other clients over the course of her 15-year career in web design. She started her Substack newsletter, The Next Write Thing in January 2024, with 25 subscribers, and has grown her stack to over 2200 readers. She’s earned the distinction of becoming a Substack Bestseller by reaching a goal of over 100 paid subscribers. She’s also created a separate Substack business, StyleYourStack, so she can help other writers brand and grow their personal newsletters, providing them with the tools they need to attain success in this marvelous community of creators. Will you join us?
See some reviews of Nan’s work.
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