Why Substack is the Future of Newsletters? A Look Beyond Medium
Writing platforms don’t make you a writer; they give you a stage. It’s your voice that fills the seats.
As a devoted Medium devotee, I should have “In Medium We Trust” permanently tattooed on his forehead if he could.
Additionally, someone would ask, “Substack? “Over my dead body!”
Trust me, I’m not exaggerating.
But you know what? I am enjoying my time on Substack. Let me tell you why.
The Substack hook that captivated me
One night, while desperately browsing my social media page, I came upon Substack, which offered something other than theatrical breakup movies and adorable kitten videos.
At that point, I came across Kristina God, a fantastic writer on Substack.
Her straightforward posts about Substack and everything in between were refreshing in contrast to VocalMedia's ad-filled chaos or Medium’s overly polished works.
I thought, “If this girl can make me feel something, maybe I’ve been sleeping on Substack.”
I virtually shouted, “Don’t you dare switch platforms,” during our weekly Zoom chat.
Breaking Up with Medium (Kind Of)
I’m not here to criticize Medium now. Although it is a nice platform, it is similar to a spouse who believes flowers will disappear all problems.
It feels fantastic at first.
They help you market the content you upload. Your dopamine levels soar as the applause starts to pour in.
However, as time passes, you realize you are just another cog in their content machine.
If you don’t have the Medium Partner Program, you’ll have trouble earning any substantial income.
Not to mention their algorithm, which is like using your imagination to play Russian roulette.
Conversely, Substack feels more like a real connection.
You own your audience, you write, and you publish. People who care about what you have to say subscribe to you, making it seem like you have your little piece of the internet.
No tricks, no strings attached, no algorithms.
Substack? No advertisements.
Stop the bullshit.
Simply genuine writing.
You know what? People foot the bill.
Compensation for your thoughts without having to clickbait your headlines is a fantastic prospect.
Even
has moved to Substack and has been relatively vocal about it.
Do not miss reading this from Tom!
Why Substack Has a Homely Feel
The point is Substack is easy to use.
You register, launch a newsletter, and suddenly, you’re a company.
If you’re used to platforms that hold your hand, posting your first post might seem daunting.
However, it’s as easy as operating a stick shift once you get the hang of it. Initially, it’s awkward, but you won’t want to return to automatic.
Having a direct line of communication with my audience is the finest aspect.
I can see who has read my content, who has commented, and who has subscribed.
Retorting, “Yeah, but Substack is the future,” We then circle back and forth until one of us switches the subject to the newest Marvel film or cricket.
The Money Talk
Let’s take a moment to be realistic.
We all want to get compensated for the hard effort that goes into writing.
Although it’s erratic, Medium’s Partner Program is decent. You can earn hundreds of dollars one month and barely make enough to purchase a good cup of coffee the next.
Subscriptions make up Substack’s simple business strategy.
If they like your writing, people will subscribe and may even purchase a premium membership.
For writers, it’s similar to Patreon; it’s the most powerful thing ever.
The Reason Substack Is Effective for Me
Ownership: I control both my audience and my content on Substack. What is seen and what is not is not determined by algorithms.
Flexibility: When I write about anything, I don’t have to worry about falling into a specific trendy category.
Monetization: I can prioritize quality over quantity thanks to Substack’s subscription model.
Community: It’s all worth it since I can communicate directly with my readers.
Visit my Substack and subscribe — the content is FREE!
Final Thoughts
Substack is for writers who are sick of following norms set by others.
It’s certainly not for everyone and is not flawless, but it's worth a try if you’re serious about earning money and developing a devoted following.
You will encounter individuals who will point out your mistakes.
Finding your own voice and sharing it with the world is ultimately what writing is all about. And the greatest location to accomplish it, in my opinion, is Substack.
Therefore, it may be time to consider your choices if you still use Medium. Or don’t.
In any case, I will pour my heart out and enjoy every second of it here on Substack.
However, what about me?
I’m not going anywhere else, and I’m staying with Substack.
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