Newsletter Operator

Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr
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Learn how to grow and monetize your newsletter! We interview the best newsletter operators, founders, and creators on how they grow their audiences and make money. Hosted by Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr.

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    The TRUTH About LinkedIn Newsletters in 2025

    In this Q&A, I answer your biggest questions about building and scaling a newsletter in 2025. We cover everything from whether LinkedIn newsletters are still worth it, to what platform you should use (Beehiiv, Kit, Substack, or Klaviyo), and the most effective ways to grow your audience organically. I also share what I’d do if I had to start from scratch, how AI is reshaping content creation, when to pivot your strategy, and how to price your first sponsorships. FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >> Episode Questions & Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Q&A 00:26 The truth about LinkedIn newsletters in 2025 02:54 What newsletter business would you start if you had to begin from scratch tomorrow? 07:43 Should you use Beehiiv, Kit, Substack, or Klaviyo? 11:20 What are the best organic growth strategies for newsletters? 14:06 How do you think about newsletter vs. YouTube content? 16:16 How will AI impact the newsletter space? 18:50 How do you decide when to pivot your content strategy? 21:41 How should you communicate a publication name change to your audience? 24:39 How do you approach newsletter sponsorship pricing? 28:38 What’s the best way to approach list cleaning and re-engagement?

    33 min

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    How I Write My $50k/Month Newsletter (Step-By-Step Process)

    In this week's Q&A, I break down the real tactics that work for growing and monetizing newsletters in 2025. I cover my personal content workflow, why newsletter recommendations are dead, and what actually matters for sponsors beyond list size. I also discuss local newsletters, when to start running paid ads, and the revenue potential at different subscriber levels. FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >> Episode Questions & Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to weekly Q&A podcast 00:46 How do you draft your newsletter each week? 03:25 How do you curate your best links section? 05:15 What growth tactics worked two years ago that are completely dead now? 07:38 What growth tactics are working right now? 09:19 What's your hot take on local newsletters? 12:28 How do you overcome the fear of starting a media company? 14:10 What metrics matter most for sponsors and list quality? 17:33 When should you start running paid ads? 19:57 How should you approach selling a premium newsletter offer? 26:24 When should you hire someone to help with content? 28:12 What revenue is possible at different subscriber levels? 30:28 Should you be using Beehiiv Boosts or Sparkloop? 32:01 Conclusion and wrap-up

    32 min

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    Why We're Ending The Podcast

    Comment on the YouTube video if you have ideas on what content you want to see next: https://youtu.be/fm5O0lGLMuE Subscribe to Ryan's YouTube channel: YouTube.com/@vibemarketingwithryan Join Ryan's newsletter here >> Join Matt's newsletter here >> Matt and Ryan discuss why they’re pausing the podcast after nearly two years, reflecting on what worked, what didn’t, and where they’re headed next.  Timestamps 00:00 The Announcement: Shutting Down the Podcast 02:23 Podcast Performance: Analyzing Numbers and Trends 10:20 Exploring Alternatives: New Directions for Content 12:35 Individual Goals: Focus on Newsletters and YouTube 20:43 Long-Term Strategy: Investing in Sustainable Channels 30:05 Reflections: Lessons Learned from the Podcast Journey

    38 min

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    5 EASY Ways To Make Your First $1000 Online

    Matt and Ryan discuss AI's role in advertising and content creation, and the 5 simplest ways to make your first $1000 online. Want more content like this? Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.com Work with Ryan's agency Tailwind Work with Matt's agency GrowLetterFollow Matt McGarry @JMatthewMcGarry and Ryan Carr @ryan_boat on Twitter. Episode Topics & Timestamps 00:00 Exploring AI in Advertising 02:55 Innovative Uses of AI for Content Creation 05:54 The Future of AI in Marketing 08:46 Leveraging AI for Solopreneurs 12:02 Automating Newsletter Creation with AI 15:06 Creative Approaches to Content Generation 18:00 Monetizing Your Online Presence 30:48 Strategies for Earning Your First $1,000 Online

    39 min

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    LinkedIn & Email List GROWTH HACKS From a $5M/Year Marketer

    FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >> Daniel Bustamante is the COO at Premium Ghostwriting Academy and the founder of Funnel Breakdowns newsletter. He specializes in million-dollar email marketing prompts, tactics, and strategies for 6 and 7-figure creators on LinkedIn and X. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:56 Journey to Ship 30 for 30 05:59 Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn 08:40 Growth Strategies on LinkedIn 11:51 Engagement Tactics and Community Building 15:00 Email List Growth Strategies 18:02 Marketing Funnels and Email Sequences 20:56 Insights from Hermosi and Industry Events 24:05 Relaunching Ship 30 and Premium Ghostwriting Academy 26:52 Conclusion and Future Plans Links Mentioned https://www.linkedin.com/in/dbusta/ https://funnelbreakdowns.com/

    55 min

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    How This Anonymous Writer Grew To 2M+ Followers & 200k+ Newsletter Subscribers

    FREE GUIDE: How to get your first 1000 email subscribers in 30 days >> The Culturist is a newsletter with over 200,000 subscribers that explores art, literature, music, and the layered histories of culture and religion.  Timestamps 00:00 The Power of Content Ownership 02:45 Transitioning from Social Media to Substack 05:55 Rebranding and Building a Publication 09:04 Navigating the Challenges of X (Twitter) 11:49 Strategies for Engaging Content on X 15:07 Expanding to Other Platforms: Instagram and Beyond 17:40 The Importance of Evergreen Content 20:54 Advice for Non-B2B Creators 23:54 Building a Sustainable Audience 26:51 Revenue Models and Subscriber Conversion 29:49 Future Plans and Community Engagement Links Mentioned https://www.theculturist.io/

    57 min

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    Watch This BEFORE You Start a Newsletter

    FREE GUIDE: How to get your first 1000 email subscribers in 30 days >> In this conversation, Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr discuss the challenges and strategies for growing a newsletter audience and generating revenue.  Chapters 00:00 Scaling Webinar Strategies 02:43 The Challenge of Subscriber Growth 05:57 Consistency and Niche Selection 08:53 Building an Engaged Audience 11:56 Content Creation and Value Sharing 14:58 Organic Growth Strategies 18:01 Quality Over Quantity in Audience Building 21:03 Tactical Growth Insights 23:49 Leveraging Social Media for Growth 27:00 Monetization Strategies for New Creators

    51 min

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    Email Deliverability Masterclass w/ Chris Miquel

    Chris Miquel is the founder of SoVi Digital and Audience Bridge. He helps clients maximize deliverability, engagement, and email list growth.  Want more content like this? Join Newsletter Operator for more strategies on how to grow and monetize your newsletter here: NewsletterOperator.com Work with Matt's agency GrowLetter Episode Topics & Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Email Deliverability 01:26 Understanding Email Service Providers (ESPs) 04:10 The Importance of Custom Domains 09:16 Email Authentication: DKIM, SPF, and DMARC 12:33 Shared vs. Dedicated IPs 17:31 Building a Base Sending Segment 22:57 Managing Engagement and List Health 30:18 Improving Inbox Placement 38:01 The Future of Email and AI Impact Links Mentioned https://www.audiencebridge.io/ https://www.youtube.com/@audiencebridge

    59 min
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Learn how to grow and monetize your newsletter! We interview the best newsletter operators, founders, and creators on how they grow their audiences and make money. Hosted by Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr.

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  • Création
    Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr
  • Années d’activité
    2023 - 2025
  • Épisodes
    79
  • Classification
    Tous publics
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    © 2025 Newsletter Operator
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