My writing teacher asked me last week how people find Memoir Junkie Wannabe Author. A valid question. I decided to dedicate today’s newsletter to answering her question in detail.
Hi Salvador. I don't really post on WordPress anymore. I used to post both at the same time, but mostly, I've moved on to Substack. Substack is okay in SEO, but my assumption is that it's not AS good as WordPress. I have been noticing a few new subscribers finding my Substack from Google though.
This is so good, Claire. Yes, being interactive on Substack has helped me tremendously, although I've been so busy trying to fit in creating over the last two weeks, that I haven't had much time for interaction. I keep hoping for more time to do so in the weeks to come, before we head out on vacation.
Finding that balance between creating and engaging is hard. I admit I have to set aside time to listen to podcasts, read posts, and comment. I guess that's what the app is for. Have a great time on vacation! I'm sure you're going somewhere amazing!
So enlightening, as always!!! Thank you for taking the time to share what you've learned and to help others! I love that and everything else about you!
You’ve had me thinking about LinkedIn all morning. I felt like an early-ish adopter of LinkedIn back in the day but never seemed to get traction (aka feedback, acknowledgment) around what I shared. (Even though I had “street cred” as a circa-2012 content manager.)
I do think the “feely” side of me was probably always going to be a little let down by LinkedIn, especially as I worked my way into a more embodied approach to work. I never could get excited about the “hard data says xyz” kind of writing that seemed to result in LinkedIn engagement and sharing.
Anyways, I am simmering on your point that maybe sharing, not just the dialogue, is valuable too. I have a lot of connections (not 10,000, though) who I do care quite a bit about and would love for them to join me in my happy Substack world. Have you had any movement around folks coming to read you over here?
Thanks Amanda. You always have such insightful comments. Yes, I definitely have ppl from LinkedIn who have seen my posts and then subscribed, liked, commented. But mostly it's slow going on LinkedIn b/c I am not prioritizing engagement over there as I'd rather spend time writing and engaging more in Substack.
I don't think it hurts to try and start posting there. It takes a few clicks to post on LinkedIn. Or you could join various writing groups on LinkedIn (similar to Facebook) and then post specifically there. I do that too sometimes, but again, I don't make an effort as a reader to engage with other people's work, so...
Thanks for validating what I've been doing so far here on SS. Although I'm not sharing my work on my other channels yet (I'm in the process of moving across my mailing list) I was on the verge of deleting my LinkedIn, reading this has made me think twice about that.
Thanks for reading, Susan! Trust me, there were so many times when I was like, why am I posting on LinkedIn, this is stupid and no one is liking or commenting. But I have over 10K connections there so I thought it can't hurt.
Even though it's crickets when I post on LinkedIn, I'm not engaging with the community on LinkedIn like I am with Substack, so it makes sense. I just see it as another source of organic traffic. Every little bit counts, so don't give up on LinkedIn just yet!
If you're a part of any Facebook groups, I would strongly suggest posting there. :)
Hi, I find your substack from your wordpress, using Google. Do you post in both at the same time? I have both, also, and I have doubts about seo.
Hi Salvador. I don't really post on WordPress anymore. I used to post both at the same time, but mostly, I've moved on to Substack. Substack is okay in SEO, but my assumption is that it's not AS good as WordPress. I have been noticing a few new subscribers finding my Substack from Google though.
Thanks, Claire, for the shout-out and for linking to some great resources and info! Glad you are here in Substacklandia!
Of course, thank you for reading! I'm also grateful to have connected with you on SS! :D
Thank you! Encouraging words.
Thanks so much for reading, I really appreciate it. :)
This is so good, Claire. Yes, being interactive on Substack has helped me tremendously, although I've been so busy trying to fit in creating over the last two weeks, that I haven't had much time for interaction. I keep hoping for more time to do so in the weeks to come, before we head out on vacation.
Finding that balance between creating and engaging is hard. I admit I have to set aside time to listen to podcasts, read posts, and comment. I guess that's what the app is for. Have a great time on vacation! I'm sure you're going somewhere amazing!
Disney and Universal. And of course I'll write about it 😜
So enlightening, as always!!! Thank you for taking the time to share what you've learned and to help others! I love that and everything else about you!
Aw, thank you Allison. :)
All great tips! Thanks!
You're welcome! Thanks for reading and commenting. :)
Thank you for this! I’m new to the app and trying to figure this out. Really appreciate your tips!
Thanks Peggy, I’m glad it’s helping you! ☺️
You’ve had me thinking about LinkedIn all morning. I felt like an early-ish adopter of LinkedIn back in the day but never seemed to get traction (aka feedback, acknowledgment) around what I shared. (Even though I had “street cred” as a circa-2012 content manager.)
I do think the “feely” side of me was probably always going to be a little let down by LinkedIn, especially as I worked my way into a more embodied approach to work. I never could get excited about the “hard data says xyz” kind of writing that seemed to result in LinkedIn engagement and sharing.
Anyways, I am simmering on your point that maybe sharing, not just the dialogue, is valuable too. I have a lot of connections (not 10,000, though) who I do care quite a bit about and would love for them to join me in my happy Substack world. Have you had any movement around folks coming to read you over here?
Also thank you for the shout out. 🫶
Thanks Amanda. You always have such insightful comments. Yes, I definitely have ppl from LinkedIn who have seen my posts and then subscribed, liked, commented. But mostly it's slow going on LinkedIn b/c I am not prioritizing engagement over there as I'd rather spend time writing and engaging more in Substack.
I don't think it hurts to try and start posting there. It takes a few clicks to post on LinkedIn. Or you could join various writing groups on LinkedIn (similar to Facebook) and then post specifically there. I do that too sometimes, but again, I don't make an effort as a reader to engage with other people's work, so...
LMK how it goes!
Thanks for validating what I've been doing so far here on SS. Although I'm not sharing my work on my other channels yet (I'm in the process of moving across my mailing list) I was on the verge of deleting my LinkedIn, reading this has made me think twice about that.
Thanks for reading, Susan! Trust me, there were so many times when I was like, why am I posting on LinkedIn, this is stupid and no one is liking or commenting. But I have over 10K connections there so I thought it can't hurt.
Even though it's crickets when I post on LinkedIn, I'm not engaging with the community on LinkedIn like I am with Substack, so it makes sense. I just see it as another source of organic traffic. Every little bit counts, so don't give up on LinkedIn just yet!
If you're a part of any Facebook groups, I would strongly suggest posting there. :)
Great, thank you!