LinkedIn vs. Substack: What I Learned from Building on Both

And Which One is Better for Creators?

People often ask me: “Which is better for creators, LinkedIn or Substack?”

Here’s the thing—they’re not the same, and they’re not meant to be. They’re like two tools in a toolbox: LinkedIn is the hammer, Substack is the chisel.

I’ve built a thriving presence on both, and each has taught me something different about writing, connection, and growth. Let me …