Creators Getting Paid

In today's podcast episode I share how I'm thinking about adding an additional 4,000 subscribers to my list in 2025. It's not a pie in the sky goal. It's my hope that these tips will be helpful to you as well.  Show Notes: https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/how-i-plan-to-add-4000-subscribers-to-my-list-this-year

Building an online brand can be really tough. Especially during different challenging phases of growing a business: scaling, product design, etc. Remembering to treat yourself and building it into your business and brand is a key part of staying excited about what you're doing. I share some ideas on what you can do to stay in love with your brand. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/how-to-...

Do you have a surprise and delight practice built into how you serve your community members? Not sure what I mean? Listen to the following (short) podcast episode for some inspiration and ideas. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/how-to-build-surprise-and-delight-into-your-brand-for-your-community-members      

Before I get started-I need to apologize for the sound quality of this episode. My internet went down and I had to record from my local coffee shop. I couldn't delay this episode because I'm doing a 31 day podcasting challenge (I have to release an episode daily). Thinking about livestreaming on Substack? I share my experience going live on the platform, what has worked and things to think about....

In this episode I had the pleasure of speaking with Steven M. Hughes. He is a reiki master, financial coach and a prolific paid speaker. Steven also spills the beans on how to become a paid speaker with the Creators Getting Paid paying community-I'll share a link below to that conversation. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/how-to-grow-an-energetic-based-online-brand-as-a-black-creator Cr...

Every online platform has an interesting community vibe. In the wake of a well-known author leaving the platform amid a flurry of bullying allegations and bad energy-I reflect on my experience on the platform. Does Substack have a bullying problem? I share my take. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/does-substack-have-a-bullying-problem

I've noticed this question being asked a lot these days and I thought that I would share my .02 cents. In the following short podcast episode I'm answering the question "Is Substack Social Media" and what new users of the platform are doing wrong.  Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/is-substack-social-media

A Substack newsletter doesn't have to be just a newsletter. There are a number of different ways creators/business owners can optimize their newsletter. In the following short episode I reflect on the following question: Is your Substack the product OR a tool? Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/is-your-substack-newsletter-the-product-or-a-tool

Have you ever considered doing a daily podcast challenge? I'm doing a 31 Day Podcast challenge where I release an episode a day. I may be crazy, but I'm up for it. Listen to the following episode where I share the following: Why I'm doing this Top 3 goals for the challenge How I will approach the logistics of the challenge (recording and publishing episodes) Show Notes: https://creatorsgettingpaid...

Today I share my Podcast Movement Evolutions 2025 review. I love the Podcast Movement events-I've even purchased tickets to gift to my Creators Getting Paid audience members for Podcast Movement 2025 (Dallas)  Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/podcast-movement-evolutions-2025-review Become a Creator Getting Paid https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/newsletter

I started using Substack in 2022 and recently I've begun seeing some chatter about what Black creators are earning on the platform. I share some thoughts, a few cynical takes and some food for thought. Episode Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/are-black-content-creators-earning-as-much-as-others-on-substack Work With Me: I love working with organizations, brands and individuals to better...

For the entire month of March I'm talking all about self-publishing. I'm a huge fan of self-publishing, creating your own opportunities and the potential to earn income from your books. I share the 3 biggest mistakes that I've made as a self-published author and some food for thought. Show Notes: https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/self-publishing-could-change-your-online-business Become a Creator Get...

Do you host a newsletter on Substack or a similar type of platform? Are you trying to decide if you should paywall some of your content? Are you struggling to figure out what should go behind the paywall? In this podcast episode, I break down some things to consider. I also spend more time discussing how to paywall your content in this week's Creators Getting Paid newsletter. Show Notes: https://c...

I know that many Black content creators are building lists. But, my sense is that we are behind our other online colleagues in focusing on this important strategy. In this podcast episode I share why I think this is happening and share some tips on how to grow your list.  Show Notes: https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/why-arent-black-content-creators-building-lists   Grab the Following Free Mini Work...

Are you thinking about starting a project on Substack? Aren't sure if it's the right place for you and your brilliance? In this podcast episode I break down why Substack is perfect for GenX creators. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/substack-is-perfect-for-genx-creators

In 2025 I'm convinced that content creators building online brands will need to selfishly focus on building systems that cultivate joy in their businesses. How we experience the work that we do is just as important as the work. If you're not sure what to focus on, I share 7 strategies to get you started on the road to a building a happier online business and brand during unprecedented times. Show...

I thought it would be interesting to share what I'm thinking may (or, may not) happen in 2025. Here are my online business predicitions for 2025 and how they may impact your business and brand. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/online-business-predictions-for-2025/ Sign Up For the Creators Getting Paid Newslettter today!

We are 7 days away from the potential TikTok ban in the United States. It's looking like it's likely to happen and creators are trying to find another platform to build on. I've heard several people mention Substack as the place where they would like to build. In this (slightly unedited) episode I share the Bad, Best Practices and the Good of being on Substack. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpa...

Thinking about attending FinCon? Here's my review of FinCon 2024 Atlanta. I share the following: How many FinCon Conferences that I've attended   My thoughts on the Conference content design   Favorite noteable people And  a few other things I felt like sharing. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/fincon-2024-review-atlanta

I had a fantastic time speaking with my friend (and former mentee) Paulette Erato the founder of Latinas in Podcasting and the Latinas in Podcasting Virtual Summit. If you've thought about launching an initiative or space-listen to this episode.  Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/latinas-in-podcasting-virtual-summit

Haven't attended a conference or event designed for Black or Brown creators? I argue why it's so important and share the different ways we can support these important spaces. Stop taking them for granted. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/why-black-and-brown-content-creators-need-to-attend-conferences-designed-with-us-in-mind

This question comes up frequently. Both folks currently on the Substack platform and people considering to build on the platform are often working through this conundrum...do you need a website when building a platform on Substack. I share what I'm doing, some additional thoughts and some context. Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/should-you-have-a-substack-and-a-website

Are you like me? Do you dislike high ticket coaching? Does it give you the "eck" and you wish someone understood how you felt about it? That someone is me and I have some thoughts and some suggestions.  Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/how-my-dislike-of-high-ticket-coaching-changed-my-business  

I'm starting a series of content all around publishing on Substack. After being on the platform for more than 2 years I wanted to share some insights, what people are getting wrong and the opportunities that a newsletter makes available to publishers.  Show Notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/should-you-start-a-newsletter-on-substack

Guest expert Cody Berman of Gold City Ventures shares how he got started making money with printables and digital downloands.  Episode Show notes https://creatorsgettingpaid.com/how-to-make-money-with-printables   Resources Watch a free printables workshop HERE (please note: I am an affiliate of Gold City Ventures and may be compensated if you make a purchase)