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How We Grow

10 Unconventional Systems That Helped Me Hit 38.9K Subscribers in 4 Months

(And Why Most Creators Won’t Do Them)

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Ana Calin
Jan 23, 2025
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Here’s the thing: Most people on Substack are playing it safe.

They’re following cookie-cutter advice:

  • Post 1-2 Notes a day.

  • Stick to the platform for growth.

  • Paywall as much as possible.

That’s not how I’ve built 38.9K subscribers in 4 months, a 5-figure monthly income, and the Substack Bestseller status.

I joined Substack on September 5th. Four months later…

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