New Media
New Media is a podcast for founders and creators building independent media businesses. We explore how to grow and monetize audiences without depending on algorithms, advertising, and platforms you don't control. Each episode shares practical insights on building profitable media and education businesses.
A GrowLetter podcast, hosted by Matt McGarry and Kolby Hatch.
New Media
He Built a $700k Newsletter In 14 Months
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Alex Pattis is the co-founder of the Deal Sheet and Last Money In Media. In this episode we break down how in just 14 months, Alex Pattis grew his newsletter Last Money In to over 41,000 subscribers and $200k/year in ad revenue and his paid newsletter Deal Sheet to $500K ARR in seven months.
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Episode Topics & Timestamps
00:00 Starting with a Newsletter
10:02 Monetizing with Long-Term Sponsorships
21:11 The Opportunity of Deal Sheet
27:22 Strategies for Audience Growth
38:32 Doubling Down on LinkedIn
43:02 Creating Unique and Educational Content
45:00 Final Thoughts and Advice
Links Mentioned
lastmoneyin.co