Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles on the Doug.Show Local Newsletter - Catskill Crew - Michael Kauffman - DS543
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Dec 23, 2024 Michael Kaufman, the mastermind behind the Catskill Crew newsletter and founder of TheNewsletter.Club, dives into the world of local newsletters. He shares his journey from burnout to building a thriving community hub, reaching over 10,000 subscribers in under a year. Michael discusses innovative monetization strategies, including creative products and events. He emphasizes the importance of genuine engagement, social media tactics, and identifying niche opportunities to establish strong local connections.
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Early Beverage Startup Led To Tough Lessons
- Michael started a beverage company in college that raised money but ultimately failed due to poor capital partners.
- That experience led him through healthcare startups and many small ventures before local newsletters.
Bootstrap With Community Focus
- Start a local newsletter by focusing on community needs and available tools rather than raising big capital.
- Keep content sticky and authentic to build trust and steady subscriber growth.
Monetize Creatively, Not Just With Ads
- Diversify monetization beyond ads with products, events, and local discount cards you control.
- Treat ads as endorsements and decline deals that would devalue the brand.