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Substack is the most amazing opportunity for writers and creators.

And it’s one of the hardest platforms to succeed on.


This may sound familiar:

┈ You know your work has value, but finding subscribers is challenging.

┈ You’re ready to move beyond occasional posts to building a real platform.

┈ Generic Substack advice isn’t giving you the results you want.

┈ You’re looking for expert guidance that respects you and your goals.


Using my proven strategies, tens of thousands of Substack writers have

  • substantially increased their revenue, with several earning six figures;

  • launched successful Substacks from scratch, scaling from 0 subscribers to thousands;

  • doubled and tripled and 10x’d their subscribers;

  • created a loyal, engaged audience;

  • been courted by editors and agents; and

  • been chosen as featured Substacks (the pinnacle of quality on the platform).


✦ Paid subscribers get:

My signature Substack Growth Framework, weekly support, community, and exclusive resources

Monthly Substack Growth Sessions & Writing Sessions

  • Expert-led sessions to develop your unique Substack strategy

  • Clear path from setup to sustainable growth

  • Hands-on guidance for your specific goals

Live Networking Events

  • Get your Notes boosted and find recommendations—the two keys to growth

  • Connect with other Substack writers

Members-Only Chat

  • Instant feedback on headlines that increase subscriber engagement and draw subscribers

Library of Trainings and Private Podcast

  • On-demand access to all training recordings

  • Learn on the go with our private podcast

Expert Interviews

  • Inside strategies from top Substack writers and the Substack team

Bonuses!

  • Pop-up AMAs: Get direct answers to your pressing questions

  • The 5 Critical Substack Mistakes Action Guide (and how to avoid them)

*Professional development is a tax write-off in many countries.

Free subscribers are cherished and get occasional posts.


What qualifies me to guide you on Substack?

(You should ask this of everyone you take advice from!)

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» I work with Substack writers and creators who want real, meaningful growth.

The guidance I give you is based on the advice Substack gave me.

I only offer proven strategies based on the thousands of Substack writers I’ve helped 1:1 to double and triple and 10x their subscribers, substantially increase their revenue, and create real engagement.

No gimmicks. No cheap AI-produced “Subhacks.”

About me:

  • I’m the leading Substack Growth Strategist

    • the creator of two bestselling, featured Substacks

    • the founder of Substack Writers at Work, a Top 3 bestselling Substack, globally

    • a mentor to thousands of Substack writers

    • an award-winning, bestselling author at HarperCollins (Pathological: The True Story of Six Misdiagnoses)

    • a freelance writer at The New York Times, The Atlantic, et al.

    • a literary scholar with an MFA, MA, PhD

    • on the faculty at Northwestern University

    • one-time advisory editor at The Paris Review

    • so fortunate to have 29,000+ active Substack subscribers

    • the go-to Substack expert


Substack Writers at Work is for writers and creators ready to:

  • Build a platform that reflects your unique talents and expertise

  • Connect with an engaged audience who values your work

  • Transform your Substack into a sustainable business strategy

  • Value expert guidance over cheap hacks and “tricks”





P.S. We have two resident cats: Mr. Sweets and Baby Theo.

White cat and tabby cat on a cat tree and in baskets.White cat and tabby cat on a cat tree and in baskets.
Sweets (Birman Tabby) and Baby Theo (Bluepoint Ragdoll) are so happy you're here.


I subsidize a 3-month paid membership for anyone on a fixed income. If this is you, email me: mssarahfay1516@gmail.com.

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Co-founder of Substack. Chief Writing Officer.