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New Writers: Chasing an Audience is Killing Your Writing
Instead, take advantage of being unknown
A writer friend of mine hit 10,000 email subscribers last year. He’d spent plenty of time guest posting, networking at conferences, and learning every marketing tactic.
But when we met for coffee last week, he confessed:
“I wish I’d spent that time actually writing instead.”
Despite his efforts, he hasn’t landed an agent, secured a book deal, or earned meaningful income from his writing.
Now, he’s burned out from creating content for an audience that doesn’t convert into paying customers.
If you’re a new writer, chasing subscribers might be the very thing holding you back. Here’s what you need to know.
Also: I’m putting together a free video course that shows you exactly how to earn your first 100 loyal (and paying) readers. Join the waitlist here and I’ll send it to you as soon as it’s ready.
