NEWSLETTER MONETIZATION & SUBSTACK GROWTH COACHING
I help entrepreneurs transform their expertise into profitable newsletters and Substack publications. With proven email marketing strategies for lead generation and monetization, audience building, and subscriber conversion, I've guided clients to multiple 6-figure launches through newsletter-first business models.

EMAIL AUTOMATION & EMAIL MARKETING STRATEGY
Specializing in designing automated nurture, onboarding, and sales sequences with seamless newsletter and CRM integration. My comprehensive approach covers list growth strategies, campaign design, audience segmentation, and performance analytics to maximize email marketing ROI.

PLANPROPHET CRM TRAINING & IMPLEMENTATION 
Comprehensive PlanProphet CRM adoption services. Currently accepting discovery calls and pilot clients for foundational setup and support. 

BUSINESS PROCESS & AUTOMATION CONSULTING
Specializing in workflows, digital systems, and advanced email automation that scale your business. I eliminate manual processes and create systematic approaches that save 20+ hours weekly while improving conversion rates by up to 35%.

Why Work With Me: 
→ Email Marketing & Newsletter expertise spanning nearly two decades
→ Advanced email automation and CRM integration specialist
→ PlanProphet as a new but rapidly growing consulting specialization
→ Proven track record with 4,300+ newsletter subscribers

Ready to Scale Your Business?
Accepting discovery calls for Email Automation, Email Marketing Strategy, Newsletter Monetization, and PlanProphet CRM services. 

DM me to discuss how we can streamline your operations while maximizing your email marketing potential.

CARRIE LORANGER

I stopped posting on LinkedIn for 7 years.

Not because I was “too busy.”

Because I was afraid my coworkers would see the real me - what I was thinking, planning, or doing ouside the office.

I was a Marketing Director.
Single mom.
On a “Safe” corporate path.

And I worried:

- My boss would think I was looking for a new job
- My team would judge my content
- People would roll their eyes at my coaching and newsletter work

So I stayed quiet.

I built skills.
I built systems.
I even built income streams.

But I did it silently in the dark.

No posts.
No voice.
No real visibility.

Then one day, I realized that staying silent was costing me more than being seen.

I was coaching creators on showing up online…
while hiding my own story.

So I started small.

→ I shared one post about leaving corporate without burning bridges.
→ I talked about how I built my newsletter and my first $1,000 month.
→ I opened up about deleting 967 subscribers and why it grew my business.

I expected judgment from coworkers.

Here’s what I got instead:

- DMs from colleagues asking how to start a side business
- Old coworkers asking for help with email automation and systems
- Clients who said, “I’ve been reading your posts for months. I’m ready to work with you.”

The fear was so loud it had paralyzed me for 7 years.
But the backlash never came.

Every time I posted:

→ My network got clearer on what I do.
→ My opportunities increased.
→ My income streams became more stable.

Not because I went viral.
Because I stopped hiding.

You might be where I was:

- Sitting in a corporate role with bigger dreams
- Afraid your coworkers will talk
- Afraid your manager will notice
- Afraid to share what you really want to build

Here is what I tell my clients now:

- You don’t need to post everything.
- You do need to post something.
- You can share your expertise without attacking your employer.
- You can build options without burning bridges.

For 7 years, I let fear of scrutiny keep me quiet.

Now my content is the reason I can:

→ Run a newsletter-first business
→ Coach founders and creators
→ Consult on CRM, email automation, building a business with multiple income streams, and Substack growth

All while creating more safety for myself and my family than any single paycheck ever gave me.

If you’ve been hiding on LinkedIn because of your coworkers, this is your sign:

Start with one honest post.
One simple story.
One clear offer to help.

You don’t need permission to build a life that fits you.

You just need to stop letting other people’s opinions run your career.

Join 5,700+ readers of 9-To-Thrive if you want weekly, real-world guidance on building multiple income streams and a newsletter-first business while you work:
https://lnkd.in/gXMzXweK

CRM Training & Implementation | Hubspot, Salesforce, PlanProphet | Business Process & Automation | Newsletter Monetization & Substack Growth Expert

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I deleted 967 subscribers on purpose.

It felt scary as hell.

My brain was spiraling: “You worked so hard for these," and "What will my sponsors think?"

But here's the thing.

A dead list hurts your business.

I used to wait a year, then do one huge, painful cut.

Now I do a small one each month.

Here is how I choose who leaves:

→ No opens in 180 days
→ Repeated bounces
→ Spam complaints or clear “not interested”

Before anyone goes, I run a short win‑back campaign:

Email 1: “Still want these emails?”
Email 2: best posts, clear link to stay
Email 3: “Last call”, easy unsubscribe

No click. No reply. They go.

The first time, my stomach hurt.
Now it feels like cleaning my closet.

Result:

Higher opens.
Stronger deliverability.
More clicks and paid subs from a smaller list.

You do not need a big list.

You need a clean one that wants to hear from you.

What is your current list clean‑up routine?

Three years ago I walked away from a safe corporate paycheck.

Now my portfolio of paychecks has passed six figures.

I didn't work more hours.

I built systems.

Year one, I focused on consulting.

Retainer clients paid for deep work on CRM, email strategy, and automation.

When those systems were developed and running on smoothly, I added coaching.

1:1 calls helped creators grow newsletters & launch Substack.

Next came digital products.

Playbooks, templates, and swipe files delivered my process without my time.

Afterward, I launched a small membership.

Group support, live sessions, more access to me.

The last piece was full newsletter monetization.

Paid tiers, sponsors, and services linked to my list created a real portfolio of paychecks.

One income stream at a time.

Each with a clear offer, simple delivery, and strong automation.

Three years later, my income feels more stable than a single salary.

Join 5,700+ readers of 9-To-Thrive to see how I build these streams step by step: https://lnkd.in/gXMzXweK

Let me know your thoughts on building a portfolio of paychecks.

Jakub Zajicek

Chief Marketing Officer

Back in March 2020, I co-founded Speak On Podcasts with a partner from the UK. We grew it into one of the world’s leading agencies for booking podcast interviews, securing over 2,500 appearances for more than 125 leaders from top B2B brands like Canva, Gong, Paddle, and Toggl.

In December 2022, Chapman Capital acquired the agency (source). I stayed on for over a year to ensure a smooth transition and maintain high service quality for our clients. In April 2025, the business was acquired again — this time by UK company Fame (source), which integrated the agency and team into its portfolio under the name “Fame Connect.”

In 2024, I co-founded Demandi.co with a partner from the US. As COO, I helped over 300 B2B professionals create nearly 2,000 short LinkedIn videos. I built the MVP, ran operations, and drove revenue and pipeline growth. I stepped away voluntarily due to a difference in vision with my co-founder.

LinkedIn has been a key acquisition channel in both businesses. I’ve tested it all — posting daily for 188 days straight, reaching out to 50+ people a day, and most recently, running paid ads. All of it generated deals worth over $1M.

Today, I work independently, helping B2B brands and individuals become more visible and get more clients using LinkedIn.

I live in the Czech Republic with my wife. I have type 1 diabetes. I run and work out. 🙂

Founder

Helping SaaS brands reach new partners with PartnerOutreach.io

How I get leads for $1.40 each on LinkedIn.

Not $50. Not $20. $1.40.

Here's the system:

Step 1: Create genuinely valuable content.

Posts that help my ICP solve real problems.

Not sales pitches. Not "hire me" posts.

Real insights they can use immediately.

Step 2: Add a soft CTA.

At the end: "Want the full system? Free guide here: [link]"

Not pushy. Just an option for people who want more.

Step 3: Promote to my exact ICP.

$20-30/day in Thought Leader Ads.

Custom audience of founders, executives, B2B professionals.

Only showing to people who might actually want what I offer.

Step 4: Track everything.

People click the link → land on guide page → download guide → join my email list.

That's a lead.

The math:

~$600/month ad spend.

~400-500 new leads per month.

$1.20-1.50 per lead.

Compare to:

LinkedIn lead gen ads: $30-50 per lead.

Google ads: $20-100 per lead.

Cold outreach: Hours of time + tools + often zero response.

Why does this work?

Because the "ad" is just my content.

It doesn't feel like marketing.

It feels like value.

People engage because it's genuinely helpful.

Then they want more.

No hard sell. No pressure.

Just good content → right audience → natural next step.

That's the whole system.

$1.40 leads.

Want the step-by-step? Free guide: https://lnkd.in/gK9Au5br

Founder, JZ Consulting | LinkedIn Paid & Organic for B2B Founders | 300+ clients since 2019, incl. Canva, Gong, Alleyoop, and more.

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