Why some writers shine on Substack Notes — and others stay invisible. The truth no one tells you about Notes, and the simple system that gets you seen, even if no one knows your name yet.
Go from a hidden gem to a paid Substack Notes writer.
Hi friend! 👋🏻
Today is a decision point.
You can scroll. You can overthink. But you can also take ACTION!
Good news: If Substack Notes growth is on your list, this is your sign. The best time to start was a year ago. The second-best time is right now — and with this on-demand bootcamp, you can be inside the first lesson within 60 seconds.
This is where small steps turn into big results.
Because here's the truth…
Every day you don't post on Notes, someone else is building the audience you could have had.
They're getting discovered.
They're growing their email list.
They're converting readers into paid subscribers.
Meanwhile, you're left scrolling, overthinking, wondering:
“Is it too late for me to start?”
I know that pain because I lived it. When I started in January 2024, I had no audience on Substack, no clear “voice,” and zero clue how to “do” Notes the right way.
But once I figured out the system — how to combine personality + expertise + proven posting frameworks — everything changed and I even started to make money posting on Notes.
This is exactly why I created the Substack Notes Kickstarter Bootcamp — no fluff and all action. 🎉
It's my fun, hands-on, on-demand experience designed to take you from feeling…
small, stuck, and invisible… to
consistent, confident, and building momentum on Substack Notes.
I'm going to teach you how to combine:
…with the proven 4-Step Substack Notes Strategy to…
…in an E-A-S-Y way!
I'm thrilled to be co-hosting with two powerhouse writers who each bring a unique and proven approach to growing on Substack Notes:
…and together we'll show you how to get paid to be you.
4 modules · 8+ hours of training with Kristina, Karen & Ellen — plus a Rockstar Day with viral and paid Notes writers.
Start strong and know exactly how to show up, get visible, and start growing.
Master the art of writing Notes that stop the scroll and turn readers into paying customers.
Learn the psychology to evoke scroll-stopping “Omg, she's talking to me” headlines.
Save time by learning from 6 bootcamp grads and community members who have gone before you.
We each bring something different to help you get real results.
Lead Host · Founder
Substack Bestseller who turned online writing into a 6-figure business. MBA in marketing, 15+ years professional experience, and creator of the Online Writing Club community.
One of the first to earn the “This Note Made You $” notification. Kristina shows you how to make money with Notes, win paid subscribers, attract clients, and sell your offers and services.
Co-Host · Bestselling Author
Bestselling author with 2 million books sold. Known for her viral wisdom and featured on Oprah, CNN, the Today Show, and the New York Times. Initiator of the Mortality Movement. Publisher of “The Stand Up Philosopher” on Substack.
As a former art director, Karen designs her own books. On Notes she creates scroll-stopping visuals thousands of people love. Learn how to write the short-form copy and batch-create viral visual Notes.
Co-Host · Writer & Psychotherapist
Midlife truth teller who went from zero to 20,000 subscribers with over 1M views in just 7 months. Featured by Oprah. Publisher of “Life Branches.”
Reached 1M views — and a dream came true: Oprah featured her. Ellen shows you how to find your people, attract your ideal audience, the psychology behind making them feel you read their minds, and using comments as goldmines.
Bestselling Author · 2M+ books sold · Featured on Oprah & CNN
Karen is one of the most successful self-help authors alive, with over 2 million books sold and a reach that spans Oprah, CNN, TIME and AOL. On Substack, she's turned her voice into a thriving paid newsletter — and she's here to show you exactly how Notes can do the same for you.
Writer & Psychotherapist · Substack Notes Expert
Ellen combines her background as a psychotherapist with a gift for storytelling to create Notes that genuinely connect. She knows how to craft short-form content that stops the scroll, builds trust, and converts readers into paid subscribers — and she'll teach you her exact approach in this bootcamp.
A proven, step-by-step system for mastering short-form Substack Notes writing. You'll go from procrastinating or talking into the void to prolific and paid Notes writer.
Make people stop scrolling (in 1 second) with the 7 Notes Types, piggyback on Viral Notes Templates, master hooks, perfect timing and engagement to convert casual readers into followers and subscribers paying for your newsletter — they love.
See your Subscriber Growth Stats with Notes ranking #1 — winning 3, 30 or 300+ net-new subscribers per week who found you through 3-5x short-form posting on Substack's built-in discovery ecosystem. And you track the revenue you're generating from these readers.
Every Note you post feeds this flywheel — here's how it works.
“Notes changed everything for my Substack. I wish I'd started sooner.”
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Substack has 20 million monthly active subscribers. There's an audience for everyone — no matter how niche your topic. If you write it, they're already there waiting to find you.
Not even close. The feed only shows you what you've been engaging with. In the beginning you might see a lot of “Substack tips” content — but as you train the algorithm, it learns what you really care about. As a bootcamp alum shared: “My people are popping up in my feed like popcorn!”
You don't need to be glued to the app. You can batch-create and schedule Substack Notes ahead of time — and the bootcamp walks you through a posting rhythm that takes minutes, not hours. Built around a system you can run in 15 minutes a day.
Wrong! Re-stacking is one of the most powerful ways to grow. When you re-stack someone else's Note, you're endorsing them — and that generosity loops right back to you. It builds relationships, increases your visibility, and signals to the algorithm that you're an active, valued community member.
Think you know Notes? Bust these myths inside the bootcamp.
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Kristina is an expert on marketing and improving your visibility. I went from zero to 10,000+ subscribers within 16 months. Her advice is easy to implement and actually works. Joining her community, using Notes more and collaborating with her has made a big difference.
Kristina is the “Queen of Substack.”
My viral post made its way onto the Oprah website. Jumping into this whole thing was so overwhelming! But Kristina made it feel doable. Her guidance got me unstuck and actually moving forward, which is exactly what I needed. I couldn't have done it without her!
I became a Substack bestseller in less than 6 months! Kristina's practical action steps and ideas helped me to create valuable services and a thriving newsletter. Especially for the small guys, newbies and indie publishers like me. Her list of resources is outstanding.
It's a no-brainer! Kristina really walks her talk and overdelivers on value! Thinking about Kristina's bootcamp? Just say YES! I've invested in lots of courses — Kristina really walks her talk. She overdelivers on value and is deeply supportive of everyone's success.
From day one, the Bootcamp was hands-on, dynamic, and super engaging. Open mics, real-time questions, actual support. Kristina showed up fully, shared everything she knows, and overdelivered in every single session. My Substack is redesigned and aligned, and my flywheel is already in motion.
In January 2025, I launched Zenith Within as a way to keep connecting with people beyond the walls of the consultation room. I grew my newsletter from zero to bestseller and 28,000 subscribers in just 6 months.
A behind-the-scenes conversation with the Substack employee who knows Notes best.
14-day money-back guarantee. No questions asked.
Substack Notes is Substack's short-form content feature — think of it as a social media feed built right into the platform. It's the #1 way to get discovered by new readers outside your existing subscriber base, making it the most powerful growth tool on Substack today.
Absolutely. Whether you have zero subscribers or thousands, this bootcamp teaches you a systematic framework for using Notes to drive growth. Many of our most successful students started from scratch. We walk you through everything step by step.
The bootcamp is fully on-demand. You'll get instant access the moment you enroll — start watching Module 1 in 60 seconds. Watch in any order, on any device, at your own pace. You keep lifetime access to every module.
The EASY Framework is Kristina's proven system for creating Substack Notes that consistently drive subscriber growth. It covers every aspect from content creation to engagement strategy. You'll learn the complete framework in Module 1 and apply it throughout the bootcamp.
Forever. Once you enroll, the modules are yours for life — including any future updates we add to the bootcamp. Watch on desktop, tablet, or phone, on your schedule, as many times as you like.
Yes! In addition to the one-time payment of $299, you can choose from two payment plan options: 3 monthly payments of $109 or 6 monthly payments of $59. All plans include the exact same access and bonuses.
Yes — we offer a full 14-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied for any reason, just let us know and we'll refund you in full. No questions asked.
Learn the EASY Framework with Kristina, Karen & Ellen — at your own pace, with lifetime access. Backed by a 14-day money-back guarantee.
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