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Tim Denning's Best Substack Notes

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Tim talks about Online Writing. Got famous for writing 1 article/day on Medium for several years.

Tim Denning has grown a big (and profitable) audience on Substack.

One of the reasons? The ability to write engaging Notes.

Here are the 10 Substack Notes (and why they worked):

Post #1

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2m ago
Time billionaires are the new wealthy. Less about money, more about free time to spend on creativity and family.
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Why This Post Performed Well

This post resonates well because it taps into a growing sentiment in today's society - the value of time over money. The phrase "Time billionaires" is catchy and intriguing. It's a clever twist on the traditional concept of wealth, which immediately grabs attention. The post also appeals to the desire for work-life balance, a hot topic, especially among the 30-something demographic. It's not just about having money, but having the freedom to spend time on what truly matters - creativity and family. The message is aspirational yet relatable. It's a fresh perspective on success, which can spark conversations and engagement. The simplicity of the post also works in its favor. It's concise, clear, and impactful. No fluff, just a powerful statement that leaves a lasting impression. In essence, this post hits the sweet spot of being thought-provoking, relatable, and shareable. That's why it did well.

Post #2

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2m ago
As a writer, do you feel this?
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Why This Post Performed Well

This post is a classic example of a question-based engagement strategy. It's simple yet effective. Why? Because it's open-ended. It invites writers to share their personal experiences and feelings. The beauty of this post lies in its ability to foster a sense of community. It makes the audience feel seen and understood. Also, it's a great way to generate content. The responses can be used as a basis for future posts or articles. The post is also successful because it's targeted. It's specifically aimed at writers, a group that's likely to be active on social media and willing to engage in discussion. Finally, the post's success can be attributed to its emotional appeal. Writing is a deeply personal activity, and by asking about feelings, the post taps into that emotional connection. In short, this post works because it's engaging, targeted, and emotionally resonant.

Post #3

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2m ago
Read this advice if you feel stuck.
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Why This Post Performed Well

This post is a masterstroke in simplicity and directness. It's short and to the point, which works well on social media where attention spans are short. The language is simple and easy to understand, making it accessible to a wide audience. The post taps into a universal human experience - feeling stuck. This makes it highly relatable, which boosts engagement. The use of the word "advice" implies that the post will provide value, which encourages people to click and read more. The post also creates a sense of urgency with the word "read". This is a powerful psychological trigger that can drive action. Finally, the post is written in the second person ("you"), which makes it feel personal and direct. This can make readers feel more connected to the content, increasing the likelihood that they'll engage with it.

Post #4

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Tim Denning
2m ago
“The problem with the world is that the intelligent people are full of doubts, while the stupid ones are full of confidence.” -  Charles Bukowski
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Post #5

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Tim Denning
2m ago
My most popular Substacks are always when I write advice to myself disguised as advice for other people.
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Post #6

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2m ago
“Look how Substack is taking over blogging with one simple little feature: Monetization and keeping it simple.” — Naval Ravikant
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Post #7

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2m ago
How to be a top 1% creator in 2024: * Read daily * Write daily * Workout daily * Be obsessed * Start with a 1-1 service Give a sht about people * Forget about unsubscribes * Always write in a flow state * Turn on paid for your Substack * Trade productivity for sustainable growth * Live life so you’ve got cool stuff to write about What would you add?

Post #8

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Tim Denning
2m ago
Major writing hacks: 1. Write on Substack 2. Get good at headlines 3. Dare to offer a paid subscription 4. Collect interesting stories & write about them 5. Edit to make your writing shorter & more concise 6. Refuse to worship literature snobs and write listicles 7. Get over the dream of writing a book and launch a newsletter instead 8. Write simple english to get readers who speak english as a second language 9. Publish a Substack newsletter every week for a year (watch it change your life) What major writing hacks would you add?
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Post #9

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2m ago
If you woke up, your writing is getting published, you have a home, your income is slowly increasing, you got into a flow state yesterday, bananas are still affordable, you own a phone and your kids aren’t dead. then life is damn good. Be grateful.
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Post #10

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2m ago
Feeling like sh*t? Write. Feeling bored? Write. Feeling depressed? Write. Feeling overwhelmed? Write. Feeling like you’re not creative? Write. Feeling life doesn’t make sense? Write. When in doubt, write.
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