good read!! writing helped me a lot in thinking ideas more clearly, and yeah it seems difficult initially but once you get in flow, it becomes much easier, and it makes you more creative.
Not sure how I feel about the AI stuff. I was really enjoying the article, but I am critical of using AI in any way, even to brainstorm. I can do that with a pen and paper making a messy mind map. I don’t want to lose my cognitive muscles through resorting to AI. Other than that, I enjoyed your take on writing about your own profound ideas rather than subjugating your authenticity to try and mindlessly follow trends or information that you lack passion for. I still think your Substack is worth reading though.
I am under 100 subscribers and it feels like I won't cross that threshold. But I am okay.i know in time the people who want and need what I have to say will show up.
writing helps us clear our mind, what sounds good in our head might look bad in words. but that's fine, we struggle, iterate and finally come up with a piece we're proud of.
writing is our leverage, it shows the world how we think and what kind of people we are based on how we write.
"I began my newsletter as an SEO blog. Back then, I would’ve rather spent (and I did spend) hundreds of hours building a faceless blog from scratch... than starting a personal brand. I was petrified of sharing my ideas online."
Another reason why I feel connected to you, we share similar experiences and attitude re: SEO and personal brand.
And don't even get me started on leaving a lot of money on the table because I chose the faceless route, and being petrified to put myself out there.
In fact, that's exactly what my first Substack newsletter is about:
As you know, writing for faceless SEO websites is a lot different than writing under your name.
So Dan's bootcamp and your course gave me exactly what I needed to 'fill in the gaps' with the personal brand type of content (and feel completely satisfied with the final result).
Heck, even Dan commented that it's "absurdly good for a first post". I couldn't feel prouder! 😁
Write to think clearly.
Write to become high-value.
Write to create leverage.
Another incredible piece on the internet for legends.
Thank you for this output, Craig.
Legend.
Gold 🔥🙌
good read!! writing helped me a lot in thinking ideas more clearly, and yeah it seems difficult initially but once you get in flow, it becomes much easier, and it makes you more creative.
I always enjoy reading your long form essays .
Thanks Craig, and thanks Substack for finding me Craig.
I found an idea while reading and studying this article, thank you for your profound thinking
Not sure how I feel about the AI stuff. I was really enjoying the article, but I am critical of using AI in any way, even to brainstorm. I can do that with a pen and paper making a messy mind map. I don’t want to lose my cognitive muscles through resorting to AI. Other than that, I enjoyed your take on writing about your own profound ideas rather than subjugating your authenticity to try and mindlessly follow trends or information that you lack passion for. I still think your Substack is worth reading though.
I am under 100 subscribers and it feels like I won't cross that threshold. But I am okay.i know in time the people who want and need what I have to say will show up.
yes, you’ll find your people. Tbh, Substack is a long game, it takes a lot of time to build your community here
writing helps us clear our mind, what sounds good in our head might look bad in words. but that's fine, we struggle, iterate and finally come up with a piece we're proud of.
writing is our leverage, it shows the world how we think and what kind of people we are based on how we write.
"I began my newsletter as an SEO blog. Back then, I would’ve rather spent (and I did spend) hundreds of hours building a faceless blog from scratch... than starting a personal brand. I was petrified of sharing my ideas online."
Another reason why I feel connected to you, we share similar experiences and attitude re: SEO and personal brand.
And don't even get me started on leaving a lot of money on the table because I chose the faceless route, and being petrified to put myself out there.
In fact, that's exactly what my first Substack newsletter is about:
https://zarinazeland.substack.com/p/the-paradox-of-craving-to-be-seen
By the way.
As you know, writing for faceless SEO websites is a lot different than writing under your name.
So Dan's bootcamp and your course gave me exactly what I needed to 'fill in the gaps' with the personal brand type of content (and feel completely satisfied with the final result).
Heck, even Dan commented that it's "absurdly good for a first post". I couldn't feel prouder! 😁
Great piece, thanks for this!