Local Newsletter: Catskill Crew | Michael Kauffman | DS543 | Doug.show

Doug discusses the burgeoning field of local newsletters with Michael Kaufman, the creator behind Catskill Crew. Michael shares insights on creating and growing a local newsletter from scratch, emphasizing the importance of community engagement, creative monetization, and authentic content. He discusses strategies for scaling subscriber numbers, working with local businesses, and his vision for turning local newsletters into a cornerstone of community connection.  🌟Connect with Michael: 🌟 Catskill Crew Newsletter https://catskillcrew.beehiiv.com/subscribe Instagram https://www.instagram.com/catskillcrew/ X https://x.com/MikeyPesto TheNewsletter.Club https://thenewsletter.club 🔥Also check out: Brooks site: Mobile Rundown https://www.themobilerundown.com/ MyBudgetCoach https://nichesiteproject.com/mybudgetcoach 📌This link is an affiliate link, so I get a commission if you purchase. Thanks! Mastering Zero-Based Budgeting MyBudgetCoach Zach Whelchel DS540 https://doug.show/mybudgetcoach-zach-whelchel/ DS543 Transcript https://doug.show/ds543-transcript/ --- FREE! Get all my TEMPLATES and SYSTEMS https://nichesiteproject.com Earnings from Amazon as an Affiliate https://nichesiteproject.com/amazon-affiliate-sites-niche-site-process/earnings/ Learn about Long Tail Keyword Research https://nichesiteproject.com/keyword-golden-ratio About Niche Site Project: http://nichesiteproject.com/about/ DOUG CUNNINGTON, PMP writes about Affiliate Marketing, Niche Sites, SEO, productivity, project management. His work has been featured all over the web, including Ahrefs, SEMrush, Empire Flippers, Niche Pursuits, Side Hustle Nation, The FI Show and more. He's a Project Management Professional (PMP, certified in 2008 by the Project Management Institute). From the old, corporate days, and the PM skills come in handy. 00:00 Introduction  01:29 The Importance of Local Newsletters 07:36 Interview with Michael Kaufman Begins 08:24 Michael's Entrepreneurial Journey 12:35 Starting the Local Newsletter: Catskill Crew 16:24 Growth Strategies and Monetization 20:35 Community Engagement and Social Media 23:36 Advice for Aspiring Newsletter Creators 29:32 Navigating Facebook and Meta Ads 29:47 Targeting a Diverse Audience 30:03 Exploring Catskills History and Culture 30:46 Engaging Content Strategies 32:04 Personal Touch in Newsletters 32:36 Outdoor Adventures and Storytelling 35:06 Building a Community-Centric Newsletter 43:09 Monetization and Growth Tactics 44:16 Collaborating and Networking 51:03 The Newsletter Club 53:54 Final Thoughts and Resources 0UBKZJC668FFM5ET