The hottest Content Substack posts right now

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Gaining 2,200+ visitors on our first week launching an AI tool

Pen, Paper & Pizza • 59 implied HN points • 17 Apr 24
💼 Business Startup AI Marketing Content Launch
  1. Successful launch focusing on a niche: Centered efforts on AI, digital marketing, and aiding small businesses/startups. Stayed true to their target audience in every decision.
  2. Strategic approach to product development: Coordinated frontend and backend work, utilized various APIs for research, and leveraged Product Hunt for initial exposure.
  3. Engagement and growth tactics: Leveraged existing platforms like Indie Hackers, Reddit, and LinkedIn to connect with the audience. Received 2,200+ visitors, 60+ users, and initiated 26 free trials in the first week.

There Are Now High-Quality Video Versions Of My Articles For People Who Prefer Video Format

Caitlin’s Newsletter • 544 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Video Content Social media Audio Platforms
  1. Caitlin Johnstone now offers high-quality video versions of her articles for those who prefer video format.
  2. The videos feature subtitles, a reading of the articles by her husband Tim, relevant screenshots, and occasional light-hearted moments.
  3. Caitlin Johnstone also provides audio versions of her articles on platforms like Soundcloud, Spotify, and other major podcast platforms.

The Summary Edition

Why is this interesting? • 1387 implied HN points • 30 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Technology AI Media Information Content
  1. AI-driven summaries are becoming more prevalent, affecting how we consume information.
  2. Tech-enabled summarization tools can be helpful due to the abundance of content, but they may strip away depth and context.
  3. Relying too much on AI for distilling information raises questions about the loss of individual interpretation and meaning-making.
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Unexpected possibilities

Meaningness • 239 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
🕹 Technology Community Content Updates AI Books
  1. The author is exploring new ways to interact with readers, seeking feedback to be more useful and considering the balance between writing and engaging with the community.
  2. Using a platform's features like 'Notes' to share quarter-baked ideas and encourage reader interaction, but facing challenges like visibility for subscribers.
  3. The author is contemplating the frequency of informal multi-topic update posts, seeking feedback on whether readers find them interesting or view them as clutter.

Dealing with AI fatigue

Artificial Ignorance • 121 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Innovation Tools Content Future
  1. Living in the post-ChatGPT era led to a surge in AI news and development, creating a sense of fatigue among researchers and enthusiasts.
  2. Curate relevant and insightful sources to stay informed about AI without feeling overwhelmed by the constant influx of information.
  3. Experiment with new AI tools and technologies, but also know when to step back and not get caught up in trying to keep up with every single update and trend.

The Youtube Edition

Why is this interesting? • 1628 implied HN points • 25 May 23
🕹 Technology Platforms Content Algorithm Media
  1. The evolution of platforms can be a cycle: starting with user focus, then prioritizing business interests, and finally turning inward for maximum value.
  2. YouTube stands out as a platform that has maintained quality over the years despite criticism.
  3. YouTube offers a diverse range of content that appeals to various interests and preferences, making it a beloved platform for many users.

Introducing a new front page for Substack

Substack Blog • 693 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
🕹 Technology Apps User Experience Innovation Content Feedback
  1. The new Home experience on the Substack app aims to boost growth for writers and offer readers a universe of great writing.
  2. The reading queue in the app helps readers keep up with their favorite subscriptions and never miss new content.
  3. The explore feed and inbox features are designed to enhance discoverability and customization for users within the Substack ecosystem.

Why would we want to be online forever?

Very Fine Day • 42 implied HN points • 27 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Media Internet Youth Content
  1. The assumption that the future of media will always be online is flawed as the free internet is declining.
  2. Content creation on the internet is now a crowded space with competition from all age groups and professional creatives.
  3. The future of media and content is uncertain, with possibilities like the resurgence of print and increasing skepticism towards online content.

Kolrami and Social Media.

The Good Life • 235 implied HN points • 04 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Social media Creativity Algorithm Internet Content
  1. Playing for fun and balance, not just to win, can be a powerful strategy.
  2. Consider using social media platforms in a way that goes against the typical approach, focusing on genuine enjoyment rather than audience growth.
  3. By being authentic and unconcerned with building an audience, it's possible to navigate social media algorithms in a more fulfilling manner.

Now live for all: Substack Notes

Substack Blog • 748 HN points • 11 Apr 23
🕹 Technology Product Network Content Subscription Mobile Apps
  1. Substack Notes is a new space for sharing short-form content and connecting with other writers and readers on the Substack platform.
  2. Notes can help writers grow their audience and revenue by sharing links, images, quick thoughts, and snippets from Substack posts.
  3. Writers can use Notes to recommend others' work, share commentary and inspiration, 'restack' a quote, and provide a behind-the-scenes look into their content.

A fresh newsletter series: Developer GTM

Developer GTM – by Calyx Consulting • 19 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Newsletter Marketing Interviews Content
  1. Developer GTM newsletter series will provide insights and guidance from experienced operators in the developer space.
  2. The newsletter will feature interviews with leaders in community management, DevRel, marketing, and more, offering valuable advice and strategies.
  3. The content aims to help businesses refine their developer go-to-market strategies and accelerate growth by learning from industry experts.

The next big thing in 2024 will be...

next big thing • 85 implied HN points • 27 Dec 23
🕹 Technology AI Infrastructure Healthcare Content
  1. AI will drive business productivity in 2024 with a focus on AI showing ROI and AI-enabled applications.
  2. AI infrastructure will evolve with models pushing beyond transformer architecture and real-time AI becoming more embedded.
  3. Traditional enterprises will adopt generative AI at scale and the rise of private equity predicated on data moats and AI transformations.
  4. Geopolitical tensions will shape tech landscapes, and a return to the office culture might be on the horizon in 2024.

How Product Marketing is taking place on social media

The Social Juice • 19 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
💼 Business Product Marketing Social media Content Brand Strategy Market Analysis
  1. Long-term partnerships with influencers are more effective than short-term sponsorships for product marketing.
  2. Engaging in discussion-focused content on platforms like Reddit can drive better product recommendations and feedback.
  3. Product marketing for streaming services should focus on brand positioning and unique selling points rather than just promoting content.

Here's How Generative AI Can Fix The News

jonstokes.com • 164 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
🕹 Technology AI Media News Tools Content
  1. Generative AI has the potential to revolutionize the media industry and improve the quality of news stories.
  2. AI can streamline the news reporting process by assisting with drafting, editing, and formatting content.
  3. Creating AI-powered tools for editing, production, art, and promotion can enhance storytelling and make news creation more accessible.

Getting the most out of your organic traffic each month

42 Slash • 117 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
💼 Business Marketing SEO Content Audience Growth Business impact
  1. Optimizing landing pages and testing alternative messaging can help improve conversion rates.
  2. Organic traffic presents a significant opportunity to drive leads, pipeline, and revenue.
  3. Utilize strategies like additional resources, retargeting, building your audience, surveys/feedback, and alternative CTAs to maximize the value of organic traffic.

The Blog Post That Shocked the World

{grow} by Mark Schaefer • 19 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
💼 Business Marketing Content Economics Strategy Personal Branding
  1. Content Shock: The world of content marketing became saturated with competition, making it harder and more expensive to stand out.
  2. Spiky Content: Creating bold, unique content with a strong point of view can help cut through the noise and grab attention.
  3. Personal Branding: Focusing on building a personal connection with your audience can be a powerful strategy to navigate and succeed in a world overwhelmed by content.

Data-Driven Ideas

Addition • 137 implied HN points • 07 Mar 23
🕹 Technology AI Research Ideas Content
  1. AI models like ChatGPT can turn research into creative outputs quickly.
  2. Using AI for research and idea generation can help brands stay relevant in fast-paced environments.
  3. By leveraging LLMs for research, teams can create high-quality content and insights efficiently.

How to do developer marketing that doesn’t suck

Developer GTM – by Calyx Consulting • 59 implied HN points • 24 Aug 23
💼 Business Marketing Documentation Content Technology Audience
  1. Good developer marketing copy should be concise, use language that resonates with the target audience, and focus on addressing their pain points.
  2. Even if your company doesn't have an official marketing team, you are still doing marketing through how you present your brand and product to the world.
  3. In developer products, it's crucial to have a strong product first before attempting to out-market with weak marketing strategies.

AI is Boring

Anxiety Addiction & Ascension • 79 implied HN points • 23 May 23
🕹 Technology AI Creativity Artificial Intelligence Content Humanity
  1. Value comes from scarcity, and the abundance of AI-generated content reduces its value and meaning.
  2. The convenience and entertainment offered by AI tools like ChatGPT and Midjourney risk dumbing down humanity and making genuine creativity obsolete.
  3. Human achievement, with all its imperfections and struggles, holds more value and meaning than the easily obtainable and abundant content created by AI.