I made it six months. May 9, 2022 was the day I signed up for Substack. I didn’t know what was going to happen when I joined Substack. I had seen someone on a news program and they kept saying he wrote on Substack. I told myself, “I need to check this out.” When I was trying to figure out if I should join, I reviewed three other options. Those other options didn’t allow for posting of comments. I wanted that option, so I chose Substack. I am so glad I did.
Dec 1, 2022·edited Dec 1, 2022Liked by Matthew Murray
I am embarrassing late to the party here, but hopefully better late than never.
Firstly, congratulations on six months.
Secondly, I have conflicting views about writing articles that are likely to garner more views, for the following reasons:
* I find it impossible to make that sort of prediction. The only certainty seems to be the inverse relationship between the amount of time I spend on an article and the traction it gains.enjoy
* In my other newsletters and websites I've discovered that many more people lurk than comment. or they may comment ages later (as I am doing here!).
* Also, the number of readers per article: I wonder how accurate the stats are.
*I prefer to write what I enjoy.
* Having said all that, I confess to becoming a little despondent at the slow growth in subscribers, but then my wife tells me that my very first newsletter (not Substack) took a long time to gain a substantial (4 figure) following. What keeps me going is the sheer enjoyment of writing, and the knowledge that some people enjoy reading it.
Like you I consider many writers and readers here as friends.
I think it's quite a privilege to be able to read the works of fine writers such as yourself.
Congratulations on six months of writing & keep up the good work! I hope that whatever difficulties you're facing now will be resolved quickly and completely. Sending lots of positive thoughts, Matt.
Woooo, happy Stackiversary, Matt! What a great post - it's really interesting to read your stats! I'm very grateful for your recommendation - thank you. Your post has prompted me to go back and read some of your earlier posts - I started reading your posts from the time I found you on Substack, and didn't go back to earlier ones - I'm looking forward to taking a look! 😃
I am embarrassing late to the party here, but hopefully better late than never.
Firstly, congratulations on six months.
Secondly, I have conflicting views about writing articles that are likely to garner more views, for the following reasons:
* I find it impossible to make that sort of prediction. The only certainty seems to be the inverse relationship between the amount of time I spend on an article and the traction it gains.enjoy
* In my other newsletters and websites I've discovered that many more people lurk than comment. or they may comment ages later (as I am doing here!).
* Also, the number of readers per article: I wonder how accurate the stats are.
*I prefer to write what I enjoy.
* Having said all that, I confess to becoming a little despondent at the slow growth in subscribers, but then my wife tells me that my very first newsletter (not Substack) took a long time to gain a substantial (4 figure) following. What keeps me going is the sheer enjoyment of writing, and the knowledge that some people enjoy reading it.
Like you I consider many writers and readers here as friends.
I think it's quite a privilege to be able to read the works of fine writers such as yourself.
Enjoy the next sixth months, Matt!
Congratulations on six months of writing & keep up the good work! I hope that whatever difficulties you're facing now will be resolved quickly and completely. Sending lots of positive thoughts, Matt.
Congrats, Matt! Very cool stats--thanks for sharing!
Congrats Matthew! 🙌 A great accomplishment 🎉
Congrats on your six-month anniversary! Very interesting stats and thanks for the subscribers! :D
Great post. I think we all like to see how our favorite writers are doing and feeling. Keep it up, and look forward to this post again in May/23!
Woooo, happy Stackiversary, Matt! What a great post - it's really interesting to read your stats! I'm very grateful for your recommendation - thank you. Your post has prompted me to go back and read some of your earlier posts - I started reading your posts from the time I found you on Substack, and didn't go back to earlier ones - I'm looking forward to taking a look! 😃
Six months is a great accomplishment no matter how you look at it. Congratulations!