Archive - Substack, Simplified

Notes. Posts. Chats. WTF Do I Use?

Making sense of publishing posts and posting Notes.

May 17 •

Derek MacDonald

Which Substack Settings Actually Matter?

These are the 3 must-haves for anyone publishing on Substack.

May 15 •

Derek MacDonald

Here's How To Set Up Your Substack Account Without Getting Stuck

No one tells you that joining Substack means building your own website.

May 11 •

Derek MacDonald

[Start Here] Welcome to Substack, Simplified

Clean up your settings so you can hit publish without worrying. This isn't where you learn what to say, just where to click.

May 10 •

Derek MacDonald

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