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Turn Your Substack Into a Money-Making Machine (Without Feeling Icky About It)

Turn Your Substack Into a Money-Making Machine (Without Feeling Icky About It)

A Personalised Adventure to Transform Your Newsletter Into the Business You've Always Dreamed Of

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Jul 15, 2025
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Remember when you started your Substack? That excitement of publishing your first post, watching those early subscribers trickle in, and dreaming about the day your passion would turn into a sustainable income?

And then reality hit. Growing subscribers is harder than it looked. Converting free readers to paid feels awkward. And figuring out exactly what to put behind that paywall? Total guesswork.

I've been exactly where you are.

I started my Substack journey on September 5th, 2024. Just like you, I began with zero subscribers. A blank canvas.

But here's where our stories might diverge: Within just TWO MONTHS, I became a Substack bestseller. Today—less than 9 months later—I'm sitting at 56,000+ subscribers and $40K+ only from subscriptions.

For context? My LinkedIn took THREE YEARS to reach just 10,000 followers.

This isn't a random success story. Substack is the place where growth multiplies exponentially—IF you know the right approach. And that's exactly what I've figured out.

Today, I run my entire business on the back of my newsletter. I own 100% of my audience and have built multiple reliable income streams because of it. No algorithm changes to worry about. No platform can take my audience away.

And that's exactly what I want to share with you.


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ReIntroducing: The Substack Money Map Bootcamp

This isn't just another course about "creating great content" (though we'll definitely cover that too!). This is your backstage pass to the actual strategies working RIGHT NOW for successful newsletter creators.

And over 140 creators are now vouching for it.

Think of it as hanging out with a friend who's figured out the secret sauce and is excited to share every ingredient with you.

Save your seat at 50% off

(only until end of July)


What We'll Create Together:

Day 1: Your Conversion Machine

We'll transform your homepage from "nice to visit" to "impossible to leave without subscribing" using my Homepage Attraction Blueprint. You'll walk away with:

  • Your completely redesigned homepage that practically magnetizes subscribers

  • A content calendar that strategically balances free and paid content (no more guessing!)

  • The "Subscriber Journey Map" that shows exactly how readers become paying fans

"I implemented Ana’s homepage suggestions during the live session and got 7 new subscribers THAT NIGHT. It was like someone flipped a switch!" – Jamie, Wellness Writer

Day 2: Your Irresistible Offers

Today we build the money-making part! Together we'll create:

  • Your perfect paywall strategy (with examples of what goes where)

  • Your pricing structure that feels valuable but not out of reach

  • Your first (or upgraded) irresistible offer that has people excited to pay you

"I was charging $5/month and feeling guilty about it. After Day 2, I restructured my offers, launched at $87/year, and 23 people signed up in the first week. I'm still in shock." – Marcus, Finance Explainer

Day 3: Your Multiple Income Streams

This is where the magic happens! We'll go beyond subscriptions to build:

  • Your product/service suite that complements your newsletter

  • Your promotional calendar that sells without being salesy

  • Your scaling plan for sustainable growth (without working 24/7)

"I came in thinking subscription revenue was my only option. I left with three additional income streams that felt completely aligned with my newsletter. Six months later, I've doubled my revenue." – Kendra, Book Reviewer


This Bootcamp Feels Different Because It Is

No boring slide presentations. No vague theory.

Instead, you'll get:

  • Implementation time where you'll actually build things while I'm there to help

  • 5 hours of recorded workshops

  • 4 bonus lessons, including How I optimise my Home page for conversions

  • Real-life examples from newsletters that are killing it right now

  • 13+ Templates you can swipe so you're never starting from scratch

  • A supportive 140+ private community of fellow creators on the same journey

  • Personalized feedback from me in a private community just for you

Plus, I'll personally check in with you 30 days after we wrap to see how your implementation is going and help troubleshoot any roadblocks.


Let's Talk About What You're Really Getting

Sure, you're getting strategies and templates and feedback. But what you're really getting is:

  • The confidence to charge what you're worth

  • Freedom from the constant content hamster wheel

  • A clear path to turning your knowledge into income

  • Permission to make money from your passion (without the guilt!)

The peace of mind that comes from having multiple income streams instead of relying on just one revenue source? That's priceless.


Join Us this July!

When: Only during July you get access to all recordings and live community action. Go through it all at your own pace, even if you’re logging in from the beach.

From August, this bootcamp will change direction and will also be priced in full at $497.

Your Investment Options:

  1. Creator Pass: Just $247 (normally $497) for all content, implementation workbooks, templates, and community support (promo available only until end of July)

    Save your seat at promo sale

  1. Already a Paid Member? Access for just $197 and save $300 as my thank you for supporting "How We Grow" - (get your special price access at the bottom at this post)

  2. Not a Paid Member Yet? Sign up for an annual subscription (now at 40% off: $177 $106 per year) during the promotion period (until end of July) and get access to the Bootcamp at the membership level (That's right—the bootcamp discount for you is worth more than the annual subscription!)

    Get 40% off forever


!!!! +BONUS - A Little Gift For Quick Deciders

The creators who join until tomorrow, July 16th, will also get a 1-on-1 Homepage Review where I'll personally look at your Substack and give you specific optimization feedback in a recorded video.

These are worth $497, but they're my gift to the action-takers in our community!


This Is For You If:

  • You're tired of pouring your heart into content that doesn't convert to income

  • You've been putting off "going paid" because you're not sure how to structure it

  • You're already earning some money but know you could be optimizing better

  • You want to add new income streams beyond just subscriptions

  • You want to shortcut your growth journey (it took me 9 months to reach 56K subscribers—imagine what you could do with my system from day one!)

  • You're ready to treat your newsletter like the business it deserves to be


Still on the Fence?

I get it. Investing in yourself can feel scary. But here's what I know for sure: a year from now, you'll wish you had started today.

Every newsletter that's thriving right now started exactly where you are. The difference? They figured out the monetization piece.

Let me save you months (or years) of trial and error. Let's build your Substack money map together in just three days.

I'm in!


Ready for your newsletter transformation?

COUNT ME IN! → Start anytime at your own pace.

Got questions? Just reply to any of my newsletters or drop me a note in a DM. I personally read and respond to every message!

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P.S. Remember, this special pricing is only available until end of July, and the bonus 1:1 reviews are limited only to those who sign up today. Don't miss your chance to transform your newsletter this April!

Are you a paid member? Get your special price access to the Bootcamp here ($297 $197)

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