So because I imported about 200 people onto my mailing list, the majority if which don't use the app and only ever read the email, I assumed they didn't count as followers. It looks like that's not the case?
Yes, all you Subscribers are also classed as Followers by default, and so the difference between the two numbers are just the Followers, who can keep up with you via Notes.
Actually, Kate, I am a little confused (standing on my head too long?). You list 15 types of note and then said post a note at the same time of day etc for 7 days. Is that just one note, a different type each day? So 8 types of notes never get a look in? or should it be two posts at the same time...? I may be a bird of little brain but I am trying to do the right thing!
Oh looking forward to reading! Sounds lovely. Do you happen to know someone called Rosemary Merriman? In my mind, only about 20 people live there so had to ask :D
It is a bit like that but no I don’t!! I’ve not been here 2 years yet & know if most of the people on ‘my’ island Hoy. We’ve a population of around 400 on Hoy & 22k in Orkney in total.
Thanks, Kate! I feel like my Notes go into the void so this is going to be a fun experiment. I've been following everyone's advice here, but I'm still just flooding around in the vacuum most of the time. In my 3rd month.
It's a slow start, but it does gain traction as you make more connections.
Looks like you're around the 100 subs mark, I believe Substack takes you a bit more seriously after 100 and pushes your posts/Notes out a bit further, I certainly experience a better growth rate after the 100.
Shelby, your posts are in the same vein as mine dealing with women's health, peri and cycles. Love it! Keep up the good work! Don't give up, this work is so important 🙌🏻
Thanks, Jess! I needed that message today. I was getting frustrated yesterday with people trying to prey on our vulnerabilities. I’ve become very protective of all women of late and it upsets me to see that and it makes me feel like what I’m doing is a losing battle. We will stick together!
We don’t need to post our Notes at the same time as each other, just ourselves. So after 7 Notes, one on each day, we can see if there are any overriding similarities between everyone’s best performing Type of post and Day of posting.🤓
Second one done. Interestingly, my post yesterday just re-stacking my post showed up as me re-sharing a previous note, not the post from scratch even though I went to the actual post to share it. Huh.
Funnily enough I experienced a similar thing recently where I went to compose a Note and then decided against it halfway through, and then couldn't get rid of that Note and just had to go with it.
It is a very robust platform though overall, I rarely find glitches, which is refreshing. 😃
Welcome aboard! Yes, it's tricky when you have more than one Substack (as do I) because when you post a Note, it's from you, rather than the Substack... unless of course, you're reposting from one of them.
1. OFF ON A TANGENT
2. A humorous collection of observations, experiences and reviews.
3. Followers: 3,150
4. Note posting time: 11:00 GMT
I love your vibe and energy! Keep up the great job - you're making Substack very fun. I'm one of those 3,150 followers (free subscriber).
Awww, thank you so much! 🥰
I'm loving my Substack journey, and meeting so many lovely people on here. 😘
Gutted I’ve only just seen this, however decided to join in, even if I am a couple of weeks late 🤎
1. THE LIFE RECLAMATION PROJECT
2. Posts about Grief & Life
3. Followers: 44
4. Note posting time: 10:00 MST/ 16:00 GMT
It sounds like you are having a fun August! 😃
Welcome aboard! 👏
1. THE MINDFUL LIVING ACADEMY
2. Stories and strategies to stop overthinking and start enjoying life
3. 323 (I had no idea it was so many!!)
4. Note posting time: 7pm BST
Thanks for another great thread Kate, look forward to this 🥰
I thought it might be a surprise for a lot of you to realise how many followers you had! 😃👏🎉
So because I imported about 200 people onto my mailing list, the majority if which don't use the app and only ever read the email, I assumed they didn't count as followers. It looks like that's not the case?
Yes, all you Subscribers are also classed as Followers by default, and so the difference between the two numbers are just the Followers, who can keep up with you via Notes.
Sounds up my street! I'm obsessed with Eckhart Tolle at the moment 👌🏼
Stop overthinking! That is the ultimate 😊
1. MORE HUMOR MORE HUMANITY
2. Life's too short; it's got to be funny or relevant.
3. Followers: 679?
4. Note posting time: 9AM EST
Thanks for joining in, it should be fun! 😃
TIME 2 THRIVE
Simple ways to get healthier, eat with intention and take care of your body.
Followers: 1668
Note posting time: 12:00 noon
I'm so glad you decided to take part... and I should really start reading your Substack by the sound of it! 😃
I’m feeling very dim…or possibly chilled out…I have 249 followers- no idea where I got 110 from or indeed how I have amassed 249!
Hee hee, it's always a nice surprise discovering your Follower number if you don't check it regularly, it grows a lot quicker than your subscribers. 🎉
PS: you can edit a comment for a short time after you've posted it by clicking on the three dots, to the right of it.
Hi Tim! I recognise your name - you have an interesting brain 🧠
That’s the nicest thing anyone has said to me today, thank you!
1. WONDERINGS AND WANDERINGS
2. Random musings about life.
3. Followers 110
4. Note posting time 17.00 GMT
We’re travelling in Europe this week so 🤞I have WiFi at the right time each day.
Thank heavens for holiday wifi, so glad you're playing along with us! 👏
I love random musings!
THE GRANNY WHO STANDS ON HER HEAD
Miscellaneous thoughts of all kinds
Followers 1068
Posting time: 9.30 am GMT+1 (London time)
Love the name of your Substack - hope I'll be a granny who stands on her head one day!
Thanks, Rose. I like it, too. I wrote a book with the same title - it's all about liking being old. I still stand on my head at 82.
I changed my mind. Early morning is a bad time for Notes, I would guess, because the US isn't awake yet. I am switching it to 10.45 pm UK time.
Very shrewd! 👏
Actually, Kate, I am a little confused (standing on my head too long?). You list 15 types of note and then said post a note at the same time of day etc for 7 days. Is that just one note, a different type each day? So 8 types of notes never get a look in? or should it be two posts at the same time...? I may be a bird of little brain but I am trying to do the right thing!
Hi Ann, thanks for joining in! 👏
Just one type of Note, but different each day, and at the same time.
Start today! 👏
1. ORKNEY OUTPOST
2. General ramblings of a middle aged woman winging it
3. Followers: 126
4. Note posting time: 10am ish BST
Love that you still think you’re ’winging it’ in midlife. Have you tried ‘owning it’?
It’s an interesting departure. 😉
That could be a revelation but also sounds like I'd have to take more respinsibility for myself 😆
Oh looking forward to reading! Sounds lovely. Do you happen to know someone called Rosemary Merriman? In my mind, only about 20 people live there so had to ask :D
It is a bit like that but no I don’t!! I’ve not been here 2 years yet & know if most of the people on ‘my’ island Hoy. We’ve a population of around 400 on Hoy & 22k in Orkney in total.
Ah okay, I can't remember which island - 22k is a few more than I thought. 😂
I’m sire if I looked her up on one of the local FB groups she’d pop up!
1. THE PERIPROFESSIONAL
2. Perimenopause & menopause health information that doesn't bore you to tears.
3. Followers: 143 and proud of every single one of them
4. Note posting time: 4:00pm Central Time US (21:00 GMT)
Welcome Shelby! Thanks for joining in, I shall definitely be checking out your Substack, it sounds right up my street! 😂
Thanks, Kate! I feel like my Notes go into the void so this is going to be a fun experiment. I've been following everyone's advice here, but I'm still just flooding around in the vacuum most of the time. In my 3rd month.
It's a slow start, but it does gain traction as you make more connections.
Looks like you're around the 100 subs mark, I believe Substack takes you a bit more seriously after 100 and pushes your posts/Notes out a bit further, I certainly experience a better growth rate after the 100.
Joining in with us will certainly help! 👏
Thank you so much for the bonus tip! I'll keep plugging away. And, thanks for helping me out - I really appreciate it.
Yes, keep at it! Most people who start a Substack would have quit by now. 👏
Shelby, your posts are in the same vein as mine dealing with women's health, peri and cycles. Love it! Keep up the good work! Don't give up, this work is so important 🙌🏻
Thanks, Jess! I needed that message today. I was getting frustrated yesterday with people trying to prey on our vulnerabilities. I’ve become very protective of all women of late and it upsets me to see that and it makes me feel like what I’m doing is a losing battle. We will stick together!
Yes, sisterhood is SO important!👭👭👭
1. BRAIN HEALTH AND CAPITALISM
2. Writing about mental health & psychiatry, hypercapitalism, and identity.
3. Followers: 48
4. 17:00 (GMT +2)
My daughter is always home by then so I'm going to have to set an alarm for this! :D
Good thinking! I also have a daily reminder to deploy my Note on time each day. ✔️
I was just wondering... is the idea that we all A-B test at the same time? If yes, what day are we starting?
We don’t need to post our Notes at the same time as each other, just ourselves. So after 7 Notes, one on each day, we can see if there are any overriding similarities between everyone’s best performing Type of post and Day of posting.🤓
Ps: start today and do (at least) one a day at the same time for 7 days.
Pps: if you normally do more than that, then keep going with those, but don’t count them in the test.
Oops, missed this! Had a reception-free day out today :) I'll start tomorrow!
LETTERS FROM NNEKA
Personal essays from a Trini born sage and oracle about caregiving, culture, and creativity
171 followers
Posting noon~ish EST
I'd love to add the words 'sage and oracle' to my CV... in fact I think I might, now you've given me the idea! 👏
We are honoured to have you join us! 😃
Thanks for opening this invitation Kate:-)
I’ve wanted to have those titles since 15. lol 😂 I completely own them in this season of my life.
Totally! 👏
1. SARAH FRISON - yes, my name is my title😊
2. Belgian pastry chef living in the UK sharing tips, recipes and articles about Belgian baking
3. 32
4. Probably this time of day
Thanks for joining in Sarah… although I’m sure your Notes will make me hungry! 😉 🍰
Thank you, Kate. Were we supposed to start today? I might have missed a start date in the post.
Yes, you can start today, or tomorrow, whichever is convenient. I've allowed a few days before and after for people to catch-up.
The key thing is to do the Notes at the same time of day each day, so we can see if there are any patterns. Good luck! 🤓
Great, first one done just now💃.
Second one done. Interestingly, my post yesterday just re-stacking my post showed up as me re-sharing a previous note, not the post from scratch even though I went to the actual post to share it. Huh.
Funnily enough I experienced a similar thing recently where I went to compose a Note and then decided against it halfway through, and then couldn't get rid of that Note and just had to go with it.
It is a very robust platform though overall, I rarely find glitches, which is refreshing. 😃
1. Intentional Life, Making Memories
2. Musings on life and books
3. 17
4. Posting time: 7pm
Welcome to the experiment, very glad to have you aboard! 👏
1. Ten Minute Artist
2. I deliver bite-sized, actionable insights to help creative professionals grow and connect with community.
3. Followers: 4701
4. 6.30 EST
Hi Adam, welcome to Type Club.
Your SubStack looks really interesting and with a focus on ‘bite-sized’ content it sounds very achievable. 👏
SIMPLE RADIANT SKIN
Providing education for acne solutions
Followers: 172
Posting time: 11 EST
I’ve never posted at this time, so I’ll give it a go.
FRIDAY WRITE BYTES
One minute writing tips to sharpen your craft and boost creativity
Followers:208
11am EST
I figure I’ll get a few to either nl, but I’m hoping for growth in the skincare edition most. 🤞
Welcome aboard! Yes, it's tricky when you have more than one Substack (as do I) because when you post a Note, it's from you, rather than the Substack... unless of course, you're reposting from one of them.
Yeah, that’s the kicker with Substack, but I can’t even fathom opening up another email or app on my phone. LOL
1. JRNOWWHAT
2. Helping people get over their fear of the future and AI showing how to rewire your brain and build a resilience toolbox.
3. Followers: 872
4. Note posting time: 2pm MST
Hello Janet, thanks for joining in!
Your SubStack sounds interesting, I had no idea how ‘unintelligent’ AI image creators were until I started using them.
I never thought I’d need to use phrases like ‘only 2 hands’ and ‘matching shoes’ to get the desired result! 😂😂
Thanks Kate :-)
😂😂
Yeah - they are still in their infancy. Going to be interesting and so much easier as they get better with voice prompts