I started a substack with Zero subscribers...here's what happened after 8 months (chatty update)

my 8 month update on starting a Substack from scratch. It’s been a while since I’ve posted one of these because I was focused on my breakup series, so this is a long, chatty catch-up where I go into all the details: 📌 What’s inside this video: - A little life update + a big thank you 💛 - My Substack subscriber growth + stat breakdown - Free vs. paid content (and why I took the pressure off) - How I think about consistency + creativity on Substack - My free 90-day Substack challenge (linked below!) - Plans + ideas for future paid offerings - thoughts on content structure + mindset If you’re curious about what’s possible on Substack, need encouragement to start your own newsletter, or just love behind-the-scenes updates on creative projects, this one’s for you. Grab my Free 90 Day Substack Challenge here: https://life-by-jamie.kit.com/6a5004c6be 💌 Join My Mini Monday Pep Talks & Newsletter Get a short & sweet (under 5 min) voice note every Monday with motivation, real talk & life lessons—straight to your inbox. Plus, my newsletter with behind-the-scenes updates, personal growth stories & more! 📩 Subscribe here: https://lifebyjamie.substack.com/ 📲 Follow Along in Real Time ✨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itslifebyjamie 👋 Hey, I’m Jamie! I packed up my life and moved to the other side of the world in my 20s, and ever since, I’ve been on a journey of self-discovery, independence & personal growth. I believe stepping outside your comfort zone is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. I create videos for women who are learning to take up space, embrace their independence, and romanticize their lives. Whether you're looking for: 🌍 Solo adventures & day trips 💭 Personal growth & mindset shifts 💡 Self-care & everyday motivation …you’ll find relatable and inspiring content here. Let’s grow together! 📺 More Videos Like This: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2Gfv7PahD8R023o-9j0wDbV0KnkYHQmx https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2Gfv7PahD8QFTXJZUtn_rAbfVHxhIP39 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2Gfv7PahD8RwQlLo4QihQPf14NfKxHGT 🔗 Explore More Everything in one place: https://msha.ke/lifebyjamie 💬 Let’s Connect! Enjoyed this video? Like & Subscribe for more solo adventure & personal growth content! 💬 Let me know your thoughts in the comments! 📩 Business Inquiries: lifebyjinfo@gmail.com ⚠️ Some links may be affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.