Let's Thrive In May
Updates on my Substack growth, exciting new announcements, and tips to help you thrive!
April flew by with exciting subscriber growth, successful content experiments, and valuable lessons learned. Before we dive into what's coming in May, let's take a quick look at April's wins and discoveries.
April By The Numbers
• Growth: Hundreds of new subscribers each week, building our community of ambitious professionals ready to create multiple income streams.
• Most popular posts:
• Top-performing Note:
• New Resources: Added significant content to the online store, including new free and paid guides.
What I Learned in April
Every month teaches me something new about building a thriving business. Here were my biggest takeaways from April:
1. Tag combinations matter more than you think
My experiments with category tag combinations revealed something fascinating: Business + Politics outperforms Business + Education by approximately 50%. This single insight has dramatically changed my content strategy moving forward.
2. Visual brand consistency drives engagement
After upgrading imagery across LinkedIn and Substack, I noticed a significant increase in engagement and shares. A cohesive visual identity doesn't just look professional, it actually improves performance metrics across the board.
3. Product diversification builds sustainable revenue
Expanding my online store with new guides (both free and paid) created multiple entry points for new subscribers while generating additional revenue streams. This reinforced my belief that a portfolio business model is more resilient than relying on a single offer.
May Plans: Exclusive Training & New Resources
May is shaping up to be our most valuable month yet for 9-to-Thrive members. Here's what's coming:
🔥 Substack Tagging Secrets Masterclass (May 15)
After numerous requests, I'm hosting a comprehensive live masterclass revealing the exact tagging strategy that's fueling my consistent growth.
In this 60-minute intensive session, you'll discover:
• The 3-tier tagging framework that maximizes visibility
• Which tag combinations perform best
• How to create a strategic rotation system for maximum distribution
For paid members: Your access to the Masterclass is included in your subscription
For free subscribers: Join for $37
NEW: Substack Starter Series
Build a Newsletter That Grows, Converts, and Gets Noticed
Most creators launch their Substack with a dream, but no roadmap.
They write. They publish.
And still wonder why no one’s subscribing, sharing, or staying.
It’s not your content.
It’s your setup.
Your homepage, your branding, your About page, your welcome email—these are the first “yes or no” moments your reader has.
And if you don’t get them right, you lose them before they even start reading.
That’s why I created the Substack Starter Series, a step-by-step training designed to help you build a foundation that actually gets eyeballs on your publication so you can earn income.
Each week, I’ll drop one focused, actionable lesson that walks you through exactly how to set up and grow your Substack publication—without confusion, wasted time, or missed opportunities.
What You'll Get:
One short, high-impact video lesson each week
Step-by-step strategies you can implement immediately
The exact systems I used to grow from 0 to 3,000+ subscribers
Templates and frameworks you can customize for your publication
Whether you're launching your first Substack or trying to finally build momentum, these bite-sized trainings will give you clarity, direction, and real results.
By the end of this series, you won’t just have a newsletter.
You’ll have a system.
A brand.
A strategy built to grow with clarity and confidence behind every post you publish.
If you’ve been spinning your wheels or wondering what’s missing, this is it.
The Series is included at no extra cost with your paid membership.
Upgrade now to get access to the entire series as it unfolds, plus my existing library of resources, community support, and direct access to me.
The first video drops next week. Don't miss it!
Not a paid subscriber yet? Get 30% off my annual membership.
You’ll get access to my monthly masterclasses, video training, resources, private chat, notes boosts, and discounts on bootcamps and courses!
💬 Monthly Q&A Session for Paid Members
Bring your biggest business-building questions to my live Q&A sessions. This is your chance to get personalized feedback on your specific challenges.
These will be offered to paid subscribers only.
A Personal Note About May
As we move into May, I'm reflecting on how building multiple income streams is about making consistent, strategic progress, not dramatic overnight changes.
The hundreds of new subscribers joining 9-To-Thrive each week remind me that many of you are ready to create your own path to a life of freedom and flexibility, one step at a time.
Whether you're just beginning to explore business ideas or already generating income from your side hustle, May's content and offerings are designed to help you make meaningful progress toward financial independence.
This is how we thrive together!
What Are You Most Looking Forward To?
P.S. Not a paid member yet? May is the perfect time to join. You'll get immediate access to the Substack Tagging Secrets Masterclass (a $37 value), the monthly Q&A session, new mini course. and all the exclusive resources in my members-only archive.