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Comment on the YouTube video if you have ideas on what content you want to see next: https://youtu.be/fm5O0lGLMuESubscribe to Ryan's YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@vibemarketingwithryanJoin Ryan's newsletter here >>Join Matt's newsletter here >>Matt and Ryan discuss why they’re pausing the podcast after nearly two years, reflecting on what worked, what didn’t, and where they’re headed next. Timestamps00:00 The Announcement: Shutting Down the Podcast02:23 Podcast Performance: Analyzing Numbers and Trends10:20 Exploring Alternatives: New Directions for Content12:35 Individual Goals: Focus on Newsletters and YouTube20:43 Long-Term Strategy: Investing in Sustainable Channels30:05 Reflections: Lessons Learned from the Podcast Journey

Matt and Ryan discuss AI's role in advertising and content creation, and the 5 simplest ways to make your first $1000 online.Want more content like this?Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.comWork with Ryan's agency Tailwind Work with Matt's agency GrowLetterFollow Matt McGarry @JMatthewMcGarry and Ryan Carr @ryan_boat on Twitter.Episode Topics & Timestamps00:00 Exploring AI in Advertising02:55 Innovative Uses of AI for Content Creation05:54 The Future of AI in Marketing08:46 Leveraging AI for Solopreneurs12:02 Automating Newsletter Creation with AI15:06 Creative Approaches to Content Generation18:00 Monetizing Your Online Presence30:48 Strategies for Earning Your First $1,000 Online

FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >>Daniel Bustamante is the COO at Premium Ghostwriting Academy and the founder of Funnel Breakdowns newsletter. He specializes in million-dollar email marketing prompts, tactics, and strategies for 6 and 7-figure creators on LinkedIn and X.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Background02:56 Journey to Ship 30 for 3005:59 Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn08:40 Growth Strategies on LinkedIn11:51 Engagement Tactics and Community Building15:00 Email List Growth Strategies18:02 Marketing Funnels and Email Sequences20:56 Insights from Hermosi and Industry Events24:05 Relaunching Ship 30 and Premium Ghostwriting Academy26:52 Conclusion and Future PlansLinks Mentionedhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dbusta/https://funnelbreakdowns.com/

FREE GUIDE: How to get your first 1000 email subscribers in 30 days >>The Culturist is a newsletter with over 200,000 subscribers that explores art, literature, music, and the layered histories of culture and religion. Timestamps00:00 The Power of Content Ownership02:45 Transitioning from Social Media to Substack05:55 Rebranding and Building a Publication09:04 Navigating the Challenges of X (Twitter)11:49 Strategies for Engaging Content on X15:07 Expanding to Other Platforms: Instagram and Beyond17:40 The Importance of Evergreen Content20:54 Advice for Non-B2B Creators23:54 Building a Sustainable Audience26:51 Revenue Models and Subscriber Conversion29:49 Future Plans and Community EngagementLinks Mentionedhttps://www.theculturist.io/

FREE GUIDE: How to get your first 1000 email subscribers in 30 days >>In this conversation, Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr discuss the challenges and strategies for growing a newsletter audience and generating revenue. Chapters00:00 Scaling Webinar Strategies02:43 The Challenge of Subscriber Growth05:57 Consistency and Niche Selection08:53 Building an Engaged Audience11:56 Content Creation and Value Sharing14:58 Organic Growth Strategies18:01 Quality Over Quantity in Audience Building21:03 Tactical Growth Insights23:49 Leveraging Social Media for Growth27:00 Monetization Strategies for New Creators

Chris Miquel is the founder of SoVi Digital and Audience Bridge. He helps clients maximize deliverability, engagement, and email list growth. Want more content like this?Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.comWork with Matt's agency GrowLetterEpisode Topics & Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Email Deliverability01:26 Understanding Email Service Providers (ESPs)04:10 The Importance of Custom Domains09:16 Email Authentication: DKIM, SPF, and DMARC12:33 Shared vs. Dedicated IPs17:31 Building a Base Sending Segment22:57 Managing Engagement and List Health30:18 Improving Inbox Placement38:01 The Future of Email and AI ImpactLinks Mentionedhttps://www.audiencebridge.io/https://www.youtube.com/@audiencebridge

Chris Hoffmann is the CEO of Hoffmann Brothers & Deutschmann Lane Holdings, leading home service brands across multiple cities. He scaled his family business from $9M to $150M+ in revenue. He is also the founder of The Path Less Traveled, a newsletter on growing service companies without outside capital.Want more content like this?Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.comEpisode Topics & Timestamps00:00 Introduction to The Path Less Traveled02:52 Understanding the Audience and Content Strategy05:44 The Home Service Business Landscape08:54 Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Insights11:56 The Media and Newsletter Journey14:55 Sponsorships and Monetization Strategies17:48 Tracking Performance-Based Sponsorships21:02 Leveraging Paid Subscriptions24:03 Onboarding and Welcome Email Strategies26:51 Using Social Media for Growth29:54 Paid Advertising Strategies32:57 Building Community and Engagement36:00 Final Thoughts and Future DirectionsLinks Mentionedhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/stlchrishoffmann/https://thepathlesstraveled.beehiiv.com/

Matt and Ryan Carr discuss webinar marketing and sharing strategies for boosting sign-ups, keeping audiences engaged, and increasing show-up rates. They also cover lessons from building courses, leveraging lead magnets, and using AI meta-prompting to structure content effectively.Want more content like this?Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.comWork with Ryan's agency Tailwind Work with Matt's agency GrowLetterFollow Matt McGarry @JMatthewMcGarry and Ryan Carr @ryan_boat on Twitter.Episode Topics & Timestamps00:00 The Power of Webinars02:46 Paid Ads and Webinar Strategies05:49 Building an Audience and Community Engagement08:44 The Importance of Show-Up Rates12:03 Transitioning to a Course and Community Model15:08 Creating Effective Lead Magnets17:45 Meta Prompting for AI Tools20:40 Structuring Your Course for SuccessLinks Mentionedhttps://moodboard.beehiiv.com/ https://moodboard.beehiiv.com/p/5-prompts-for-building-in-lovable 

Matt shares his journey of building a successful writing business despite his dyslexia. He breaks down 12 actionable rules that helped him succeed.Want more content like this?Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.comEpisode Topics & Timestamps00:00 Overcoming Dyslexia in Writing02:55 12 Rules for Writing Useful Content

Join the Write, Grow, Sell waitlist here >>Anastasia Negru is the cofounder of AffordiHome, a media brand focused on affordable properties in Europe. She discussed the growth of their newsletter, audience engagement strategies, revenue generation challenges, and the introduction of consultation services. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding customer needs, effective marketing strategies, and the potential for future growth in the real estate sector.Episode Topics & Timestamps00:00 Introduction to AffordiHome and Its Business Model02:51 Growth of the Newsletter and Subscriber Engagement05:53 Content Strategy and Audience Acquisition09:00 Revenue Generation and Business Challenges11:50 Consultation Services and Client Engagement14:46 Future Growth Strategies and Business Model ExplorationLinks Mentionedhttps://www.affordihome.com/ https://x.com/affordihome