How to Start an Email Newsletter

Last month, I spoke to Alex Lieberman about how starting a newsletter completely changed his life. He started Morning Brew in college and eventually sold it for $70 million. I haven't quite made the same amount from my newsletter lol but the single best decision I've made as a creator has been starting a newsletter because it's led to everything else. So in this video, I wanted to break down you should start, what you can actually write about and how to get started.

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00:00 Intro
00:36 Why you should start a newsletter
04:50 What should you actually write about?
10:12 How to get started with a newsletter

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[adarshnayak]

How more humble could a man be?
He teaches you how to create a newletter. And even promises to be your "first subscriber" to it.
Such an inspiring teacher you are.
Thanks for existing Ali !!

[SuccessWithSam]

I am thankful to Ali because he inspired me to start my channel and be a creatrepreneur and now I have 32k subs 🤯🤯. Thanks Ali!

[zaidazim]

Thanks to Ali 🙌
I picked up the habit of reading 2 years ago. I’ve read some life-altering books (fiction and nonfiction) that have really shaped me as a person.
I became a note-taker, taking notes from podcasts, articles and videos -- applying 40-50 ish percent of that advice in my life.
I taught myself touch typing.
I was introduced to a bunch of awesome creators like Nat Elison and David Perell, to name a few.
I have my own website where I share things I find interesting (p.s. my site is greatly inspired by Ali’s own website)
My perspective on many things has changed drastically — in a very positive way!

I’d be missing out on a lot of cool stuff had it not been for this man.
Ali if you're reading this, I couldn't thank you enough!

[RorysKitchen]

Honestly I've been wanting to start a newsletter for about 12 years and this finally gave me what I needed to do it. Exactly why I love your content & your channel bro, keep it up!

[danabujo]

You made this look so easy! 
And after trying it myself, I discovered it actually is. 
I can't believe how one morning I watch this video, and you've inspired me to get out there and create my own newsletter. Thanks a heap! 
Your content is always super helpful. Thanks for doing what you do!!

[soniimanzoor]

I just created my newsletter! Thanks to Ali, I created my blog last year and now a newsletter. I do want to start my youtube journey too but that's taking a bit of time since I need to get over my fear of starting and perfectionism but writing is perfect for me since this is a lot more comfortable than recording myself.
Thanks for providing so much value for free for new creators!

[nora]

Thank you so much Ali. I finally started my newsletter because of this video. I’ve always felt I got something to say but don’t know where to start. Can’t appreciate enough! The video is very clear about why and how and the examples are very helpful! 🎉

[liezelvdmunlimited]

Standing ovation from South Africa 🇿🇦. You have been one of my favourites the past year or so. Massive value. 2023 blessings. Let’s !

[Ojuolape]

Totally agree. I, for example, started a weekly newsletter on psychology & philosophy, since I literally just randomly read research articles for fun. I might as well share in simple terms.

[aigul]

I love your newsletter! And I think it's the only one I read regularly and don't skip because there's always a relatable idea/piece of advice. Odissey plan was a great exercise by the way!

[dantepepper]

Can’t wait for this series I already love these value packed videos

[islamwithproof]

5 writing rules by Winston Churchill
1. Begin strongly
2. Have one theme
3. Use simple language
4. Leave picture in the listener's mind
5. End dramatically

[wamemmolawa]

Thank you, I have literally just published my first post on my first newsletter, just from watching this. Thank you.

[rachels]

Very inspiring content, I've started one about all the life skills I wish they had taught us in Sixth Form/college eg money and finance, how to be confident in the workplace and relationship skills etc. It's been on my mind for a while but this video finally gave me the creative push I needed! Thanks Ali!

[sacdaabdurhman]

Feeling like you're constantly overlooked
can make us question our worthiness
Your worth can never be determined by
someone else, People not giving you the
credit that deserve is always their loss.
You don't have to prove yourself to
anyone.

[jonathanmertens]

The fact that we get such amazing Content for free is mindblowing! Keeper on man!

[Creativepenciling]

I started my newsletter last Sunday. What coincidence! But I must admit though I started because of you and your newsletter which I subscribed months ago. Thank you Ali for all the great contents you are producing.

[ketotwins]

Great video - but anyone thinking of doing this beware that it is against Amazon’s TOS to include their affiliate links in emails. They will suspend your account. Pat Flynn mentioned it in one of his videos.

[vaidyachaitanya]

I have started using substack since around 2 months. I really like it. It's really good to begin with.

[mustafakhan]

Hey Ali!
I’ve been contemplating starting my blog/newsletter for over a month now, and after seeing this you have given me the final push needed to make it a reality. I have started my newsletter on substack and plan to write what I find interesting as a student. (P.S: I’ve sent you an email, so a subscription like you promised would be more than ideal xD)