So well said — the amount of time it takes me to put together a single Substack letter is quite frankly embarrassing to admit! You'd think that doing it week after a week for a year plus would make it much easier to churn out — I have not really found that to be the case. If anything, as my audience grows, the bar feels even higher.
I'm always trying to balance my forever-editing / overthinking self with a "better done than perfect" approach. I very much admire those who manage to be prolific *and* generate only high quality content.
I couldn't relate more! Even knowing that "done is better than perfect" I still don't want to ship it until it feels right. Deep admiration for those who can produce high-quality thoughts at a high frequency!
I am in constant awe of the people who can produce a large volume of quality content in a short period of time. Even working in social marketing from a brand perspective, I have such a hard time doing the same for myself! I have to remind myself that it’s all a practice - and hopefully the more I work that muscle, the better I’ll get at it.
Enjoyed this post! And as a faux blondie, loved your “mane” tips at the end! 🫶🏼
Love how you spoke about this topic - thank you! I am new to running my own business and to social media outside of the one or two photos I post every few months on my personal account. I was extremely surprised (and then overwhelmed) by how much time it took to create an intentional and thoughtful post, or a newsletter. Not to mention how vulnerable it is to share yourself and your thoughts for the world to see. I am in awe of those who create content to support their business (or passion/hobby/side gig!) and show up everyday in some form on the internet…it truly is not for the faint of heart!
ps - love your texturizing mousse and the time shifter app…total game changer for overseas travel! 🤍
love that in a matter of a week, you showed up on my FYP and Notes scrolls. now I'm like, how wasn't I following/subscribed to Dianna? oh, the internet and its lovely algos when they work really WORK. especially resonated with your notion of bite-size pieces of content at a high frequency being a challenge for perfectionists. actively working on just posting/sharing and moving on. tysm for the reminder!!
So much of what you wrote here resonated with me. I also care deeply about quality and am always looking for ways that I can make my writing meaningful, even when it's something like a listicle. I think when you care about what you do or write, it's never easy. I'm constantly trying to find the balance between approaching my Substack as an experiment and creating something that satisfies my expectations. Thank you for highlighting how much time and work goes into this because I was definitely starting to feel embarrassed about how long it takes me seeing so many great writers produce high-quality content on a consistent basis.
So well said — the amount of time it takes me to put together a single Substack letter is quite frankly embarrassing to admit! You'd think that doing it week after a week for a year plus would make it much easier to churn out — I have not really found that to be the case. If anything, as my audience grows, the bar feels even higher.
I'm always trying to balance my forever-editing / overthinking self with a "better done than perfect" approach. I very much admire those who manage to be prolific *and* generate only high quality content.
I couldn't relate more! Even knowing that "done is better than perfect" I still don't want to ship it until it feels right. Deep admiration for those who can produce high-quality thoughts at a high frequency!
I am in constant awe of the people who can produce a large volume of quality content in a short period of time. Even working in social marketing from a brand perspective, I have such a hard time doing the same for myself! I have to remind myself that it’s all a practice - and hopefully the more I work that muscle, the better I’ll get at it.
Enjoyed this post! And as a faux blondie, loved your “mane” tips at the end! 🫶🏼
This is a great article and I loved your listicles. Thanks for sharing!
Love how you spoke about this topic - thank you! I am new to running my own business and to social media outside of the one or two photos I post every few months on my personal account. I was extremely surprised (and then overwhelmed) by how much time it took to create an intentional and thoughtful post, or a newsletter. Not to mention how vulnerable it is to share yourself and your thoughts for the world to see. I am in awe of those who create content to support their business (or passion/hobby/side gig!) and show up everyday in some form on the internet…it truly is not for the faint of heart!
ps - love your texturizing mousse and the time shifter app…total game changer for overseas travel! 🤍
love that in a matter of a week, you showed up on my FYP and Notes scrolls. now I'm like, how wasn't I following/subscribed to Dianna? oh, the internet and its lovely algos when they work really WORK. especially resonated with your notion of bite-size pieces of content at a high frequency being a challenge for perfectionists. actively working on just posting/sharing and moving on. tysm for the reminder!!
So much of what you wrote here resonated with me. I also care deeply about quality and am always looking for ways that I can make my writing meaningful, even when it's something like a listicle. I think when you care about what you do or write, it's never easy. I'm constantly trying to find the balance between approaching my Substack as an experiment and creating something that satisfies my expectations. Thank you for highlighting how much time and work goes into this because I was definitely starting to feel embarrassed about how long it takes me seeing so many great writers produce high-quality content on a consistent basis.
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you're a gem.
Loved this! Please figure out a way or a retailer that would allow Crown Affair to be shipped internationally? :)