Tyler Denk

Tyler Denk, co-founder of Beehiiv and a key player behind Morning Brew's massive subscriber growth, shares invaluable insights on building a successful newsletter. He discusses the power of customizable websites and strategic email capture techniques. Tyler dives into the importance of automation, using welcome series to engage new subscribers effectively. He emphasizes the value of combining growth strategies like referrals and lead magnets. Lastly, Tyler reveals diverse monetization methods, showcasing how consistent content creation is essential for long-term success.

Join Tyler Denk, cofounder and CEO of Beehiiv, as he explores the lucrative world of niche newsletters. Discover how small newsletters can out-earn their larger counterparts through community-driven strategies and creative revenue ideas like workshops and sponsorships. Tyler emphasizes the importance of acquiring the right subscribers and shares growth tactics using Beehiiv Boost. Plus, learn how to transform an ordinary email list into a thriving media business focused on local themes. Uncover the unexpected potential of newsletters with Tyler's insights!

Tyler Denk, Co-founder and CEO of Beehiiv, shares insights on building successful email newsletter platforms in a competitive landscape. The conversation highlights a recent legal win for startups against Apple, suggesting a shift in app store dynamics. They also discuss AI's ability to outpace humans in changing minds on online platforms, revealing a transformative moment in digital dialogue. Tyler emphasizes the importance of iterating products quickly and the challenges of innovating too rapidly, providing key takeaways for ambitious founders in a fast-changing tech world.

Tyler Denk, co-founder of Beehiiv, discusses how he took the newsletter platform from 0 to $750,000/month in 2.5 years. They talk about surviving rejection, financial advice, and the economics of obesity. They also discuss building a strong early team, maintaining communication in a remote team, and understanding motivation and ambition.

E27: Three months ago, I decided to launch the First Class Founders newsletter.Problem is, I had no subscribers, no list, and, essentially, no idea what to do or, even, where to begin!Today, my newsletter has over two thousand subscribers. It has an open rate of 40% and a 10% click-through rate. In case you are wondering, yes, that IS indeed a high number. How did I achieve this? What did I do that was so effective? What's my secret sauce?Get ready to take notes because I plan to reveal all my secrets to you today!DISCLAIMER: Twitter just updated their API pricing plans impacting many of the tools mentioned in this episode. This is a fast-changing development so please check the individual websites for updates on how each tool is handling this situation.***TOPICS:Great Content is Not Enough (3:41)Using Beehiiv to Swap Recommendations (5:42)When Swapping Recs: Growth Rate > List Size (7:00)In-Network Recommendation Engines: ConvertKit, SparkLoop, Substack (7:10)How to Cross Promote Your Newsletter Using Lettergrowth (7:27)How to Create Beautiful Snapshots Using Xnapper (8:25)How to Design Your Newsletter Using Canva (9:12)How to Use Twitter to Repurpose Newsletter Content Using Typefully (11:27)Track Your Most Important Metrics Using ilo.so  (13:11)How to Convert Followers on Twitter Using Birdy.so (14:54)How to Engage with Your Twitter Followers Using Engagement Builder (16:05)Using Auto-DMs on Twitter to Grow Your Newsletter (18:22)How to Manage Your Twitter DM Inbox Using Inboxs (19:42)Summary of Newsletter Tools (21:16)***LINKS:BeehiivLettergrowthXnapperCanvaTypefullyilo.soBirdy.soEngagement BuilderHivoeInboxsEpisode 22EpisJOIN: First Class Founders Premium MembershipDOWNLOAD: Hyper-Visuals For Our Episodes (Free)***FOLLOW / REVIEW:- Follow - Leave 5-star review***CONNECT W/ YONG-SOO:- X- Threads- LinkedIn- Newsletter***First Class Founders is a show for indie hackers, bootstrapped founders, CEOs, solopreneurs, content creators, startup entrepreneurs, and SaaS startups covering topics like build in public, audience growth, product marketing, scaling up, side hustles, holding company, etc. Past guests include Arvid Kahl, Tyler Denk, Noah Kagan, Clint Murphy, Jay Abraham, Andrew Gazdecki, Matt McGarry, Nick Huber, Khe Hy, and more. Episode you might like:Future of Newsletters with Tyler Denk, Founder & CEO at BeehiivFrom Zero to 100K Subscribers: How to Grow Your Newsletter like a Pro with Newsletter Growth Expert Matt McGarry...

Tyler Denk, CEO of Beehiiv, a platform revolutionizing email newsletters, and Ben Cahn, a humorous podcaster and trader, dive into the challenges of creator monetization. They dissect the pitfalls of platform dependency and the renaissance of email as a top distribution channel. The duo discusses AI's transformative role in business, and how owning your audience is crucial in today's digital landscape. Plus, they touch on Tesla's storytelling power and Argentina's emerging market trends, blending insights with a touch of humor.

Tyler Denk, Co-founder and CEO of Beehiiv and former growth leader at Morning Brew, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey. He discusses transforming a small newsletter into a thriving media platform and the importance of audience engagement. Tyler highlights the challenges of equity ownership, balancing financial goals with user responsibilities, and the emotional impact of losing a team member. Through resilience and purpose, he emphasizes the power of teamwork in navigating the complexities of startup life.

In this engaging discussion, Tyler Denk, co-founder and CEO of Beehiiv, shares insights from his journey at Morning Brew to launching Beehiiv, a thriving newsletter platform processing billions of impressions. He reveals how Beehiiv empowers creators with monetization tools and highlights the emotional weight of supporting their financial success. Tyler also discusses the evolution of newsletter ad strategies, the risks of platform dependence, and the importance of owning customer relationships. His unique take on leadership and the future of content creation is truly inspiring.

E22: Emails. They seem so old-school, right? You have to first write who you are sending them to. Then you write why you're sending them. Then you write what it is all about… So boring! And yet, as of November 2021, Substack had over a million paying subscribers and the top 10 authors on Substack collectively make $20 million per year. If that alone doesn't change your perception of regular ol' email as a powerful business on its own, maybe you should stop right here. Still here? Good. Because I'm devoting the rest of the episode to telling you how you can launch a successful newsletter.***TOPICS:Growing Business of Newsletters (1:00)Who Should Have a Newsletter? (1:53)How Many Subscribers Should You Have Before Launch? (2:38)How to Choose Newsletter Topics (3:06)How To Get Your First Subscribers (3:55)Building in Public (5:46)Newsletter as a Start Up (9:03)3 Questions to Ask Yourself (9:25)Content is Everything (10:45)Content + Distribution = Growth (14:18)Pass the 'Regret Test' (17:27)Ask Me Anything (17:54)***LINKS:Sign up for BeehiivEpisode 13 - Rag to Riches: How I Built a Successful Business from ScratchEpisode 14 - I / We / They Framework: 3 Simple Steps to Growing Your BusinessPedi-Derm Bum PasteJOIN: First Class Founders Premium MembershipDOWNLOAD: Hyper-Visuals For Our Episodes (Free)***FOLLOW / REVIEW:- Follow - Leave 5-star review***CONNECT W/ YONG-SOO:- X- Threads- LinkedIn- Newsletter***First Class Founders is a show for indie hackers, bootstrapped founders, CEOs, solopreneurs, content creators, startup entrepreneurs, and SaaS startups covering topics like build in public, audience growth, product marketing, scaling up, side hustles, holding company, etc. Past guests include Arvid Kahl, Tyler Denk, Noah Kagan, Clint Murphy, Jay Abraham, Andrew Gazdecki, Matt McGarry, Nick Huber, Khe Hy, and more. Episode you might like:Future of Newsletters with Tyler Denk, Founder & CEO at BeehiivFrom Zero to 100K Subscribers: How to Grow Your Newsletter like a Pro with Newsletter Growth Expert Matt McGarry...

Tyler Denk, Founder and CEO of Beehiiv, shares his insights from his journey in the newsletter realm, previously leading growth at Morning Brew. He discusses the rise of Beehiiv and effective strategies for audience engagement and scaling. The conversation dives into the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship, particularly dealing with personal loss while fostering a strong company culture. Tyler also touches on navigating financial decisions, emphasizing transparency in building revenue and the balance between ambition and user responsibility.