Boxed in by your niche? Losing momentum? Struggling to stand out? For 45 minutes, I answered your questions about how to evolve your publication without starting over. Here's the recap.
This is perfect timing for me because, eight months into my Substack journey, I’m feeling a little lost and unsure of how to proceed. I am definitely feeling a pull to reorient my focus, which feels both scary and exciting. It also feels necessary because I have definitely been dragging my feet lately. I know something is missing, and I want to get the magic back.
I’d also just like to say how much I appreciate what you do and the person you are. I always learn something when I read your work or tune into one of these lives. And - just as important - I always come away feeling supported, encouraged, and inspired. In a world of noisy gurus shouting over each other, your space is a gorgeous oasis of intelligent and insightful camaraderie and creative integrity. I love everything about it. 💜
After two years I did a pivot—back to what I originally wanted to write about when I got here. It was an “aha” moment and felt very freeing, just as you’ve described here. Good advice.
This is perfect timing for me because, eight months into my Substack journey, I’m feeling a little lost and unsure of how to proceed. I am definitely feeling a pull to reorient my focus, which feels both scary and exciting. It also feels necessary because I have definitely been dragging my feet lately. I know something is missing, and I want to get the magic back.
I’d also just like to say how much I appreciate what you do and the person you are. I always learn something when I read your work or tune into one of these lives. And - just as important - I always come away feeling supported, encouraged, and inspired. In a world of noisy gurus shouting over each other, your space is a gorgeous oasis of intelligent and insightful camaraderie and creative integrity. I love everything about it. 💜
Amanda, you're a fountain of bracing advice. Hard to believe you and your daughter are fresh out of pediatric intensive care.
Good stuff! Thanks! Exactly where I am.
After two years I did a pivot—back to what I originally wanted to write about when I got here. It was an “aha” moment and felt very freeing, just as you’ve described here. Good advice.