New Media
New Media is a podcast for founders and creators building independent media businesses. We explore how to grow and monetize audiences without depending on algorithms, advertising, and platforms you don't control. Each episode shares practical insights on building profitable media and education businesses.
A GrowLetter podcast, hosted by Matt McGarry and Kolby Hatch.
New Media
10 Reasons You Should Start a Newsletter in 2026 (You’re NOT Too Late)
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In this video, I break down why so many people hesitate to start a newsletter— and why that fear once held me back too. You’ll learn the biggest advantages of launching one, from owning your audience to building a scalable, high-profit media business with multiple revenue streams. I also share my full journey, including early failures, the lessons that changed everything, and how my newsletter eventually grew to 50,000+ subscribers and a multimillion-dollar business. By the end, you’ll understand not only why a newsletter can transform your income, but also how it accelerates your skills, opportunities, and long-term growth—no matter your starting point.
FREE Guide: How to get your first 1000 newsletter subscribers in 30 days >>
Timestamps:
00:00 Overcoming the Fear of Starting a Newsletter
00:55 The Value of Owning Your Audience
04:03 Low Startup Costs + Big Income Potential
07:31 Scalability and Major Business Potential
09:18 Multiple Revenue Streams You Can Build
12:02 Building Skills Through Publishing
15:07 The Right Motivation for Starting a Newsletter
18:45 Personal Journey, Failures & Lessons Learned
22:05 Taking Action: Launching Your Newsletter
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