Creator Debates

Free vs. Paid Newsletters: Which Is Right for Creators? ft. Nathan Barry vs. Dan Shipper

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Apr 24, 2023
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ADVICE

Free Newsletter Boosts Growth

  • Offering a free newsletter facilitates easier distribution and audience growth for creators.
  • Pointing newsletter attention to other monetization methods often yields better returns than charging directly for the newsletter.
ANECDOTE

Metered Paywall Case Study

  • Every uses a metered paywall allowing most users to access content free with some encountering a paywall.
  • This model supports virality while monetizing the most engaged audience members willing to pay.
ADVICE

Start Free, Monetize Later

  • Start your newsletter free to build consistent publishing habits and steady audience growth.
  • Monetize only after building a substantial subscriber base, such as reaching 10,000 subscribers.
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