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307: Why most Substack writers lose readers before they’ve even hit publish
Season 3, episode 7 is here!
In this solo episode, I talk about one of the biggest mistakes writers make on Substack - losing readers before they’ve even hit publish.
I break down the small, overlooked details that make all the difference when someone lands on your publication for the first time, and how a few simple changes can quietly convert visitors into loyal subscribers.
If you’ve been writing great posts but not seeing much growth, this one’s for you.
What I covered:
Why most readers never discover your archive and where they actually find you instead
How to make your tagline instantly…
The skinny
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