How to Start an Email Newsletter

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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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00:36 Why you should start a newsletter
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[@aliabdaal]

Thanks Morning Brew for my daily news briefing. You can sign up to the Morning Brew newsletter for free today - morningbrewdaily.com/ali

[@c.s127]

So which subscriptions should be usefull when you want start with convertkit but you starting From scratch, No audience etc ?

[@letelba1]

Heey Ali, Revue is discontinued by twitter.

[@JohnLaGuardia]

The Morning Brew podcast is awesome as well. I listen to it each morning during my commute.

[@adarshnayak3706]

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!

[@aigul3724]

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!

[@islamwithproof20]

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

[@khalilahd.]

Love this 💜

[@zaidazim6128]

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!

[@sahi_loch]

same here. Man. try to join Alis PTYA as well

[@AM.10]

Which books would you recommend?

[@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!!

[@njmeds7983]

How has it gone for you? Have you been able to monetize?

[@liezelvdmunlimited]

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

[@darleenpfister6186]

Crazy! A video about exactly what I'm currently thinking about. This helped my so much, thank you Ali!

[@timjfog5623]

I love how well you structured this video. It really helps!

[@imliamodonnell]

Ali's content has been so good lately! High production + Ali's practicality is a win for everybody 🙌

[@sonal1956]

What an amazing video on starting newsletter!....I really enjoy watching your videos..whenever i procrastinate or delay my study i just watch ur old videos of productivity day to energies mine . Your videos quality,background, music behind, content and much more..seriously show true progress of a productivity guru😊

[@jonathanmertens6762]

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

[@EvolvingMedic]

Incredible video as always! Thanks for all you do Ali! Not only educating and inspiring your audience, but actively supporting them too!

[@AnastasiInTech]

Thank you for this video !

[@dantepepper]

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

[@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.

[@zaiDaDreamer]

that sounds super dope. How do I sub.

[@eliasserrano7424]

Super inspiring. Thank you!

[@prashil1512]

how many subs do you have on the newsletter

[@gidd]

Planning on doing the same in a different niche. Any tips on how to organize your research. regards

[@sadiyamukhtar_]

Just checked out your channel and I like the videos you make. Also, you have a new subscriber🎉

[@kurtmichaelson]

You’ve definitely given me some inspiration to create a newsletter. Your content is always great to watch and learn more about through you.

[@beingsensible4962]

Really interesting and would like start this, hopefully the series would be out soon and hope it’s a daily one !! Thank you for doing what you do. You seriously have a great content, most of the times (if not all), it’s relevant for me.

[@itsAmaanAli]

Timing Ali! I literally got serious about starting my newsletter this week and your vid popped up🙌

[@wamemmolawa]

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

[@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!

[@HanBang]

What’s it about?

[@TheFinals-Blade]

Hy Rory, If you are looking for efficient emails that will flood your landing page with traffic. You're at the right place. I'm a copywriter and help businesses improve their results and do cool stuff! Let me know if you're interested Thank you Dhruv

[@RorysKitchen]

@@HanBang To start with, just my journey as a creator and what I've learnt and am learning. I mainly post on TikTok personally under different pseudonyms, and have also worked with brands behind the scenes for years. Then we will see what evolves. Just gotta get started like Ali said! My main KZbin channel will probs be my food channel 'Rory's Kitchen' and I'll share how everything is going in my creator world. Wish me luck! First one going out on my birthday in a week's time!

[@xxahid]

12 years? 💀

[@albatrozz3058]

12 freakin years!!!????? OMG why wait that long....aaaahhhh

[@T-Bone99]

I absolutely LOVED the podcast episode with Alex! Definitely one of the best episodes of Deep Dive!

[@StefanMarjoram]

This all looks very interesting but the thing I'm confused by is how to get people to see your newsletter. I'm an artist and have quite a few followers and people that have bought prints and drawings in the past - but adding their email addresses to my sub stack would be spamming wouldn't it? Do I just have to hope it will evolve gradually by itself?

[@brianto8940]

This is the type of content that makes me come back to this channel!! I love the creatorprenuer stuff

[@FinBrennan]

I recently started following this channel and it came to me at an ideal point in my life. Love the content, Ali and team 😊

[@kanwarshakti]

Thank you Ali. I am really grateful for this, i went through your video tonight and by morning i have created my newsletter. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@Liberty-Works1111]

Great Video Ali!!! Love the simplicity of your methods & the fact that you realize you are predominantly speaking to a beginner audience but have more advanced material to be accessed for those who are growing in experience & knowledge... I subscribed & will be following your offerings!

[@JackCalvinRoss]

Been waiting for this video forever!! Struggled with newsletters so much but seriously going to give it a shot.

[@JezzLundkvist]

Never been interested in creating my own newsletter. But after watching this, all kind of ideas is flooding my brain :)

[@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!

[@Laura-bw1mv]

Share your newsletter!! I'll be a subscriber :)

[@voicesetfree]

My original comment was to encourage you to start your KZbin. Then I realized you did. Subscribed. Keep going. All the best.

[@icy_fire4080]

How's it doing and whats its name? Hopefully you're going good!

[@soniimanzoor]

@@icy_fire4080 It's called the anxious introvert, sadly I got busy with life and hasn't been consistent.

[@soniimanzoor]

@@voicesetfree thanks, I did start but haven't been consistent, sth I need to work on. All the best on your journey too!

[@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.

[@carolbatistamed]

Great video! Thank you so much for this! I had an idea of a what to write about but just didn’t know where to start

[@saragamal117]

Thank you Ali for all your videos it really helps a lot

[@kristinakeykey]

Starting newsletter has been on my mind for a while, thanks for such an informative reminder video!

[@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.

[@webdavis]

This was incredible Ali! Sincerely appreciate this 🙏

[@dvnss367]

What an absolute beast of a video! Feeling so motivated rn

[@pushkarajkulkarni7364]

Thank you Ali.....this was something that I searched for a very long time ..... A very big thank you 🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@alisaberlinese]

Love the way you present the content! Very entertaining, informativ & authentic. Thank you 🙏

[@adveshdarvekar7733]

This is awesome. I will definitely start an email newsletter soon as I like to write about ideas and realizations I get every now and then!

[@deeepakchandola6769]

Inspiring content everytime hats off Ali.....

[@piiaappo]

Just wanted to say that I am so thankful for Your newsletter (and videos as well). All the new thoughts I've had, new media I've consumed etc. Truly inspirational. Thanks!

[@sallymcmullin]

I have been wanting to do this for a while. This for sure got me pumped to do it. THANKS.

[@rachels9080]

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!

[@rachels9080]

@aliabdaal I sent you an email but you've not subscribed yet?

[@rudeadvi4696]

how has your newsletter been going, have you attracted many subscribers?

[@satyarubeng3254]

I was just starting to think about starting a newsletter this week. It wasa very helpful. thanks.

[@DiamondNet2009]

You are awesome. This is great. I shall start mines this week! Thank you, Ali!😄

[@matteodemita]

very useful, thank you for the tips Ali!

[@fahanibrahimhashi]

Video watched. Newsletter started. First post published - thank you Ali!

[@samedaymovers-troy1954]

Lol I’ve been watching Ali since 2020. Learned so much now I’m about to grow my email newsletter. And start my KZbin channel!!! Thanks bro keep teaching..

[@nora8200]

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! 🎉

[@sainuddinkm2691]

What's your newsletter name i will subscribe to it

[@menegbarayeghe2285]

How is it now?

[@glitchify1842]

How’s the newsletter going

[@moeyusuf]

Let us know how the newsletter is going?

[@Jubair194]

The gift that keeps on giving!

[@kristyboxx]

Hey Ali, ever since I found your channel you immediately became one of my top creators that I follow and learn from. Thank you for doing that amazing job for me. I started to attend to your weekly review and already feel like I’m getting a better grip on my life. Stay cool, have fun and laugh a ton, - Kiki

[@vanessaprincesssa]

Thank you, Ali! One of the best videos! I learned so much - I didn't even think newsletters were this cool :)

[@alstonbarretto]

This is probably the first time I ever skipped right to the part on how to get started. Great content as always 👍

[@aliabdaal]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Thebreakdownshow1]

One day my channel will take off and i will have you to thank for it. At that point, I think we should collaborate.

[@madat5843]

Dude just checked your account super underrated.

[@Bulked_up]

It most definitely will! Keep up the good work good sir

[@TheAntwiwaa]

Thank you Ali. I have an email list but I wasn’t sure what to write. This has been helpful.

[@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.

[@prashil1512]

why tho, its still affiliate marketing

[@reginaldcole5596]

Thanks, this is very important to sellers on Amazon. I am more focused on my newsletter lately because I have a passion for writing.

[@gouri_gupta]

Appreciated, firstly he teaches uh nd secondly he is saying to be your first subscriber..🙌 this is something called support.

[@eugeniaglugan]

Thank you so mush! You’re really inspiring ☺️ I like this idea with emails.

[@JaiMalpani]

Hey Ali! I was thinking about starting a newsletter for sometime now, but this surely will kickstart the process. Will give it a shot :) Thanks for an amazing video.

[@EloquiViectoricaWiranata]

This is really helpful to me who just started in newsletter world. Thank you so much Ali, your content is right there when I actually need it the most💌

[@YoungDeb]

Thanks so much for all your videos. Great motivating me to make changes. Started journallimg day 5 now. It’s funny how easy writing comes to me. Really like the idea of starting an email and presently thinking about what I would find fun to start.

[@sahargulzar8657]

We need teachers like you... 👏🙌🙏

[@kenbryan339]

Love love this! I have dabbled with the idea of starting a newsletter from another video you mentioned it in but forgot about it along the way. I’m looking to start a Math education business/project and thought this would be good alongside posting on IG etc. I like the idea of curating the resources I enjoy and just writing my thoughts. Let’s see how it goes 👍🏽👍🏽

[@zaiDaDreamer]

love the idea, whats ur ig?

[@fatimarh2202]

i literally sent out my first newsletter yesterday.. thank you Ali. this is soo helpful.

[@sonal1956]

As much as i enjoy watching ur videos ..i also do enjoy how your videos are made..really love that ..making videos in your apartment earlier v/s now in your office. Really inspired by your videos making.

[@millenialmindscape]

Love your content Ali!

[@abubakarsalisuabdullahi]

I'm happy that you started doing videos on this topic. I create content on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter. I recently started a KZbin Channel but I am having issues with consistency. Looking at this video has given me the inspiration to start my own newsletter. I might use some of the content ideas I have for social media posts in the email.

[@laserfloyd]

Great video. I've loved writing for ages now. I was terrible at it in grade school but I grew to enjoy the process of crafting something I thought might be engaging. Being a graphic artist, I have a few ideas for some things I might write, outside of that novel I'd love to write one day... 🤔

[@onedanortiz]

Ali you look amazing dude and your content is amazing as well, thanks as always! Cheers mate!

[@autumnlawley9461]

Love this! Thank you so much for sharing!!

[@sahi_loch]

inspiring as always. another means for the online enthusiasts.

[@samanthaknigge9469]

I feel like this is brilliant for me because I love giving my friends weekly updates about myself lol

[@pbutzz]

This was really helpful. I’m excited to get started!

[@ruth_21]

I have always wanted to create a newsletter. Thankyou for motivating me ☺️⭐

[@karanranaofficial]

Loved it Ali! Thanks a lot.

[@as-cq9fn]

The video that I wanted from long time thank u Ali

[@maxmercieca9803]

Love Your channel Ali!

[@arthurg860]

Hello Ali, I have been looking at your video for a while now. I decided to create my newsletter today thanks to you. I think this would be a good first step for me to achieve my goals for 2024. Thank you so much for inspiring me !

[@renee007]

This was very helpful to someone who is not tech savvy but really needs to have a newsletter of some kind for my business-it felt like I was listening to a friend and the information was easy to digest. I really would love to do a video newsletter-I show up better lol. Thanks for this video look forward to the next one.

[@RoryBland]

Ayyyy 5 months later after watching this I finally posted my first Newsletter to 181 people. It was nerve wrecking but exciting. Thanks for the inspiration my dude.

[@soham5490]

Do you used substack

[@BodyworkByYves]

What a genuinely helpful post. Thank you!

[@Chem.008]

I was also thinking abt starting a newsletter but couldn't figure out what to do...but now b'coz of u... Things are clearer nd it would be a gr8 thing if i jst stop thinking more nd start it already🤩 Thank u for this video🤝

[@Mysha1000]

Love your videos. always helpful. I'm really thankful💜

[@aliabdaal]

Glad you like them!

[@MaximumCareer]

I actually sent my first news letter this week! I started building my email list from my youtube... I mostly sent it because I felt like I was supposed to though. Hopefully I can turn it into something I look forward to writing.

[@oneummahchannel]

Thank you Ali for your advise really enjoyed listening to your recommadations

[@vaidyachaitanya]

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

[@felixc.programs8209]

Very informative! I'm really grateful for finding your content that allowed me to finally start a Tech KZbin channel myself. Thanks and have a good day!

[@salonimishra1075]

Ali, your voice is so captivating that it is my favourite sound. You redefined productivity for me and directed me to lead a more purposeful life with fun! You also helped me overcome imposter syndrome. Finally, I will take up my blogging & podcasting journey because of you. I appreciate the efforts you put in for us. You're doing great. Keep it up! ❤ Looooooooots of love! Saloni

[@kryskestrel]

Watching your videos is always incredibly helpful and motivating as I begin (restart/continue, really) on my creator journey. Today, I'm taking the time to rewatch this while I write another newsletter update as a reminder of what my focus is and where I want to be growing towards. Best of luck to the other creators in the comments below!

[@syedsaad4292]

Thank you so much Ali. I was searching some tips hie to initiate the newsletter for my university. Helps alot

[@OyepearlTV]

Thank you, Ali, I have been looking forward to starting my email list, this is the push I need. I will come back to share my experience

[@user-yd2vk2bd5n]

Thank you! Your content is so helpful!!

[@Digital.Done.Right.]

What an awesome offer Ali! Sent mail and created Substack newsletter and excited to get going....

[@BayWeli]

I've never heard about this before, never thought you can make money from newsletter emails. Thank you so much for sharing!! 🌞

[@katscreativelife]

Lol great video! So inspired!!! Love the humour you so subtly inject!

[@prateeshkamal5773]

Love your research Ali 💖

[@snehachandna283]

Hi Ali. Thanks so much. This was extremely useful.

[@zodiac9987]

I can't wait to see more.