We think we need the commissions, awards and accolades to prove our worth but actually, that's not what people notice first. What they see is whether or not you're doing the work.
I really want to start a Substack and start writing but am a total 'unknown' when it comes to writing so wondering how to start and whether anyone will read it at all!
In short, though, I would really recommend that you do do it because it’s such a good platform. It feels like they really support you, there are no fees involved in launching on here and the app/website sends potential readers your way.
I love this timing. I was just thinking this morning that I wonder if people would be interested in a workshop on starting a Substack when you don’t have a massive following. You’ve inspired me to do this x
This is just what I needed to read! Even though I knew I’d be lucky to get 20 people to read my Substack, I’m so used to doing marketing things (for clients) that get lots of engagement I didn’t celebrate that 21 people read my article, I was disappointed it didn’t get 1000 reads. BUT actually, I’m really bloody busy and I’m just pleased I did it and now I am going to do it more!
Loved this Annie. Lots of nodding. Many parallel experiences. Lots of swearing, too, at how often you were overlooked. And then smiling at your husband's cheerleading (sweet). Emine
Thank you Emine, that’s very sweet. I hope that things are different for our daughters because for women my age, gender was definitely a disadvantage. But many of us found ways to fight back and keep moving forwards 💪🏼 xx
I really want to start a Substack and start writing but am a total 'unknown' when it comes to writing so wondering how to start and whether anyone will read it at all!
In short, though, I would really recommend that you do do it because it’s such a good platform. It feels like they really support you, there are no fees involved in launching on here and the app/website sends potential readers your way.
I love this timing. I was just thinking this morning that I wonder if people would be interested in a workshop on starting a Substack when you don’t have a massive following. You’ve inspired me to do this x
Fabulous! I was thinking about asking for your help. This would be amazing x
This is just what I needed to read! Even though I knew I’d be lucky to get 20 people to read my Substack, I’m so used to doing marketing things (for clients) that get lots of engagement I didn’t celebrate that 21 people read my article, I was disappointed it didn’t get 1000 reads. BUT actually, I’m really bloody busy and I’m just pleased I did it and now I am going to do it more!
Yes! Just doing it is the most important thing. And, as you know, growth happens over time. 21 readers is brilliant. Well done. Xx
Loved this Annie. Lots of nodding. Many parallel experiences. Lots of swearing, too, at how often you were overlooked. And then smiling at your husband's cheerleading (sweet). Emine
Thank you Emine, that’s very sweet. I hope that things are different for our daughters because for women my age, gender was definitely a disadvantage. But many of us found ways to fight back and keep moving forwards 💪🏼 xx
We were in the same year at Sussex doing English! Have only just clocked that!
How about that! I did joint honour language and literature, did you do that as well? Ax
I was lit and drama, and then switched to just lit. Maybe we didn't make it into the same seminars! Always think it was a great place to go to uni
Fabulous! Yes please, I was thinking about asking you for some help xx