Chris has his Mondays. I have my Sundays. But neither of us started with a secret growth strategy. We started writing, kept learning, and found people who made the work better along the way.
Now I'm curious: Which of the seven publishing decisions are you working on right now?
Is it finding a schedule you can maintain, giving your older articles another chance, or connecting with other creators?
Tell me in the comments. And if you've found a publishing rhythm that works for you, share it! Someone else might need to hear that publishing every day isn't a requirement. 😂👑
I love the reminder that consistency isn’t about publishing more. It’s about finding a rhythm that fits your real life and keeps you coming back to the work.
Hi Jess. Since the start of Writer's Corner February 15, 2025 I have kept up my publishing schedule. I post twice a week – Mondays poetry and Thursdays essays/articles. This has worked surprisingly well, considering that I had zero experience of being on social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and also considering that I am a tech chimp who still has trouble managing certain technicalities and navigate on Substack (consulting their Help-desk more than once which took some trial and error too and now I have finally found a way to use that help that works).---
I keep a LOG of all I have posted in the form of a MSWord doc. The log includes title, subtitle and date of publishing. This makes it easier for me to "cross-reference" posts on a similar topic when I post something new. This way older articles get a chance. In my first post, "Longer Bio" I presented the aim of my writing, a kind of manifesto. In the same way I sometimes mention other writers who have written something that is of a similar content. My log also serves as a planning device, because I plan a couple of weeks ahead. ---
I like the idea of connecting with other writers, but I feel very restricted by my lack of understanding of tech stuff. I am bilingual (Swedish and English), but navigate on internet and publishing (and managing my computer) has been like learning a new language. I am 88, I am a widow since my husband died a bit over three years ago. He was the computer specialist and I left that to him. But when he got dementia (messing up the computer) and I became his caregiver I had to learn. I wrote my first email six years ago. Overall the learning curve has been steep. I am still learning. And tech stuff that others take for granted is still a challenge for me. Love, Maria
Such great information, loved the live also. I specifically liked the ideas about not looking at a single article and judging it alone but more as a comprehensive body of work. Thank you for all of the great tips 🌻
Guys, I'm fans of you both as people I have to say, so this post brings me joy. Your dual organisation needs to also be applauded though 🎉 as it's impressive. I think there's something very special throughout this advice here, a golden thread: share in the experience 💚 Allow people in, allow people to help, do the same in return. You both do that so well and have made Substack such a pleasant place for me. Thank you for the motivation to do many of these points 💪 making sure things look more organised and my posts are slotted into different podcasts I think is my task this next month or two!
Loved hearing more about the connection between the two of you Chris and Jess, as well as your learnings from your experiences publishing on Substack.
I agree that it's about learning from others, sharing, collaborating and marching to the beat that ultimately feels right for you.
I know when I first came on Substack, you're made to feel that there's someone out there who has all the right answers (and there are seemingly thousands of these "someones" all claiming to have "the" answer).
While I believe you can learn something from just about anyone, you quickly learn who and what to follow that makes sense for your own path, and that there is no one right answer. To some extent, what is right on Substack is unique for everyone.
For me, I need to continue my collaborations. I've got a couple in the works now. And make better use of my past pieces. It'll happen :)
I’m writing on Sundays posting on Thursday’s. I haven’t been as consistent as I would like because of life things. I’ve been posting notes in the morning not with any strategy just writing from my thoughts, things that might be helpful to someone else. Each day I remind myself; I’m a missionary not mercenary.
Chris has his Mondays. I have my Sundays. But neither of us started with a secret growth strategy. We started writing, kept learning, and found people who made the work better along the way.
Now I'm curious: Which of the seven publishing decisions are you working on right now?
Is it finding a schedule you can maintain, giving your older articles another chance, or connecting with other creators?
Tell me in the comments. And if you've found a publishing rhythm that works for you, share it! Someone else might need to hear that publishing every day isn't a requirement. 😂👑
Thanks for putting all of our insights from our podcast into this awesome post and resource Jess!
of course chris! lets add it to our collaborative evergreen pieces!
What an amazing article, guys! Really a great read after a hard day of work. Keep bringing the inspiration. I'm a fan.
Thanks Virgil!
Thank you so much, Virgil! I’m so happy we could inspire you after a long day of work! Keep pushing and moving forward!
I love the reminder that consistency isn’t about publishing more. It’s about finding a rhythm that fits your real life and keeps you coming back to the work.
It’s that simple!
Yes!
Hi Jess. Since the start of Writer's Corner February 15, 2025 I have kept up my publishing schedule. I post twice a week – Mondays poetry and Thursdays essays/articles. This has worked surprisingly well, considering that I had zero experience of being on social media (Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and also considering that I am a tech chimp who still has trouble managing certain technicalities and navigate on Substack (consulting their Help-desk more than once which took some trial and error too and now I have finally found a way to use that help that works).---
I keep a LOG of all I have posted in the form of a MSWord doc. The log includes title, subtitle and date of publishing. This makes it easier for me to "cross-reference" posts on a similar topic when I post something new. This way older articles get a chance. In my first post, "Longer Bio" I presented the aim of my writing, a kind of manifesto. In the same way I sometimes mention other writers who have written something that is of a similar content. My log also serves as a planning device, because I plan a couple of weeks ahead. ---
I like the idea of connecting with other writers, but I feel very restricted by my lack of understanding of tech stuff. I am bilingual (Swedish and English), but navigate on internet and publishing (and managing my computer) has been like learning a new language. I am 88, I am a widow since my husband died a bit over three years ago. He was the computer specialist and I left that to him. But when he got dementia (messing up the computer) and I became his caregiver I had to learn. I wrote my first email six years ago. Overall the learning curve has been steep. I am still learning. And tech stuff that others take for granted is still a challenge for me. Love, Maria
Such great information, loved the live also. I specifically liked the ideas about not looking at a single article and judging it alone but more as a comprehensive body of work. Thank you for all of the great tips 🌻
Hi Bonnie! Treat your articles like your body or library of work. Each article is an asset. Just like the publication itself is an asset.
Thanks Jess I appreciate your advice it's something I need to start working on :)
Of course anytime! Let us know if you need any help!
Absolutely, I will 🩵
Thanks Bonnie!
Guys, I'm fans of you both as people I have to say, so this post brings me joy. Your dual organisation needs to also be applauded though 🎉 as it's impressive. I think there's something very special throughout this advice here, a golden thread: share in the experience 💚 Allow people in, allow people to help, do the same in return. You both do that so well and have made Substack such a pleasant place for me. Thank you for the motivation to do many of these points 💪 making sure things look more organised and my posts are slotted into different podcasts I think is my task this next month or two!
Hi Jen! Thank you so much! You’re awesome and we appreciate you and the support. Let us know if you need any help organizing your substack!
Awww thank you so much Jen! Glad to help and I enjoy our interactions!
Loved hearing more about the connection between the two of you Chris and Jess, as well as your learnings from your experiences publishing on Substack.
I agree that it's about learning from others, sharing, collaborating and marching to the beat that ultimately feels right for you.
I know when I first came on Substack, you're made to feel that there's someone out there who has all the right answers (and there are seemingly thousands of these "someones" all claiming to have "the" answer).
While I believe you can learn something from just about anyone, you quickly learn who and what to follow that makes sense for your own path, and that there is no one right answer. To some extent, what is right on Substack is unique for everyone.
For me, I need to continue my collaborations. I've got a couple in the works now. And make better use of my past pieces. It'll happen :)
Well said Melanie!
Great article, guys! Although I haven't had the time to publish as much as I would like, I have been consistent with my weekend articles. :)
Thanks Eladio!
Thank you so much Eladio! Do what you can as long as you’re doing your best!
This is so beautiful , Jess and Chris.
I enjoyed reading this article , very refreshing and genuine growth. Not numbers but a growth in purpose and impact in a way.
Will definitely spark a conversation in my brain and with the people I collaborate with.
Thank you 🖤🙏🏾
I’m writing on Sundays posting on Thursday’s. I haven’t been as consistent as I would like because of life things. I’ve been posting notes in the morning not with any strategy just writing from my thoughts, things that might be helpful to someone else. Each day I remind myself; I’m a missionary not mercenary.