Newsletter Operator

5 Newsletter Ideas You Can Start This Weekend, How To Build a 6-Figure Local Newsletter, and More

Matt McGarry and Ryan Carr

Matt and Ryan talk about 5 newsletter business ideas. Plus, how to grow and monetize them.

Episode topics & Timestamps

00:00 Newsletter targeting Fortune 500 executives for news.

04:34 Create hyper relevant content for niche market.

06:57 High CPMs for well-defined executive audience.

12:53 Research-intensive content, provide templates, charge for value.

16:14 Curated finance memes drive engagement on Instagram.

19:19 Charter newsletter uses visuals and witty copy.

22:42 AI writing tool boosts creativity for writers.

23:34 Weekly summary of design and pricing trends.

27:23 Newsletter format: short, snippets, automate, historical lessons.

32:07 Sponsors and newsletter offer monetization challenges.

35:42 Podcast reviews books about influential people. Crazy network.

37:39 Building email list crucial for long-term success.

40:39 Opt for positive, non-crime local news.

43:14 Local writing can lead to access and recognition.

46:26 Increased interest in local business advertising benefits.

49:33 Seeking feedback and updates on shared ideas.


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