Why Substack's 4M Milestone is Your Golden Opportunity After 50
Turn Your Life Experience into Income: The Perfect Platform for 50+ Solopreneurs
Hey, wise adventurer,
What's the one platform where being over 50 isn't a disadvantage but your secret weapon?
Substack just hit 4 million paid subscribers who value authentic expertise and real-life wisdom.
This is fantastic news for anyone who wants to make money on real-life experience, skills, and expertise.
No need to dance in front of the camera or pout your lips.
I have built three email lists before, and although I am new here (less than 4 months), Substack enabled me to build this most important online business asset faster than ever and monetize my skills.
With so many creators leaving Medium and X (previously Twitter), you should also take advantage of this opportunity because it will not last forever. Money likes speed.
In this newsletter, I share why Substack's explosive growth to 4M paid subscribers matters for over 50 solopreneurs and creators.
4 Million Strong: The Growth That Changes Everything
The numbers don’t lie.
Let's look at Substack's incredible journey:
March 2020: 100,000 paid subscribers
November 2022: 1,000,000 subscribers
February 2023: 3,000,000 subscribers
Today: Over 4,000,000 paid subscribers
This isn't just growth - it's an explosion of opportunity.
And if you are over 50 like me, you have decades of real-life experience that people are looking for and willing to pay you for.
For new creators, it also means:
There is less competition than in saturated platforms
A growing audience hungry for authentic wisdom
The platform values substance over style
The best part? With major creators moving from other platforms to Substack, the audience is expanding daily.
It’s a perfect opportunity to start and build your online presence.
Over 50? Your Time is Now
Let’s face it - if you are over 50, your second act will differ from previous generations.
Some people will never retire due to the soaring living costs & healthcare, and inflation. But you can make it the best time of your life by creating a lifestyle income.
Success is about creating a life that allows you to perform meaningful work, spend time with people you love, and pursue your interests without being restricted or controlled by your job.
It is about having the freedom to plan your days to give you fulfillment and satisfaction.
The timing couldn't be better for our generation. Here's why:
No tech overwhelm:
Simple, clean interface
No coding or design skills needed
Focus on writing, not fancy features
Think about it: while younger creators chase trends, you have something they don't - tested wisdom and real experience.
This is exactly what Substack readers are willing to pay for.
Why Substack Beats Other Platforms
I have tried many platforms, including MySpace, Tumblr, Blogger, WordPress, Medium, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Quora, and Pinterest.
I went viral on Medium and Pinterest a couple of times. But sustainable online income is not about going viral. It is about growing predictable income that supports your lifestyle.
Substack enables that without a massive following and subscribers list. Here are some of the advantages:
Built-in discovery features
Supportive writer community
Organic growth - no algorithm tricks needed
Therefore, you can focus on two most important things: getting eyeballs on your content and monetizing.
Here are some benefits of building your solo business on Substack:
Focus on quality over quantity
Build genuine connections with readers
Write what you know, not what's trending
Monetize by leveraging already existing and growing audiences
That means focusing on what matters in your business and life.
Your Experience = Your Goldmine
Your experience is valuable here.
Stop undervaluing your knowledge and skills. If you are over 50, you have lots of experience.
What you consider part of your everyday life can be valuable for others.
Especially on the beginner's level.
You have some life experiences that you take for granted that can help others to improve and transform their life.
What is normal to you can be super knowledge for someone who experiences some life problems and obstacles.
Use your experience and skills to find your business ideas and your ideal clients.
Don’t overcomplicate it.
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The Perfect Storm: Why Timing Matters
Every platform goes through the same cycle, and the window of opportunity doesn’t last forever.
Due to the exponential platform growth, it is perfect timing to take advantage of and build the foundation of your online assets. It also means less competition in many niches, and early adopter advantage still exists.
Here are some current advantages of joining the platform:
Growing but not oversaturated
Building momentum is easier now
Easy to stand out with quality content
The best time to start was yesterday.
The next best time is today.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
There is so much information on monetization but no clear path to follow, especially for people over 50.
It´s frustrating to know that you can build a full-time online income but cannot figure it out.
Choosing the right path for yourself is crucial to making money online. You can waste months or even years if you choose the wrong path. I know from my own experience.
I started my solopreneurship journey in my 50s and managed to quit 9-5. I built an audience of about 40 K across 3 platforms (Medium, LinkedIn, and Substack), wrote three eBooks, and made several offers.
That is why I created my Substack to help individuals over 50 by transforming their expertise into lifestyle-friendly income.
It’s Ok to hustle in your 20s and 30s but not in your 50s, 60s, and beyond.
Substack is not perfect, but currently, the best platform to monetize your experience.
Start by using your unique experience to solve:
Specific problem
For a specific type of person
Specific way
You don’t have to figure out everything from the beginning, but the most important part is to start.
Take advantage of this unique opportunity.
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Great article. I hope our generation has the courage to take that chance. 'Cause, we know some stuff... right?