How I Manage My Time Running a Local Newsletter (Without Burning Out)
Running a newsletter alone? Here’s how I stay organized, publish consistently, and keep my sanity as a solo Substack publisher serving my community. Hey friend, Reginaldo Osnildo here! Let’s talk about something that every local newsletter creator struggles with at some point: Time. Because writing, editing, researching, publishing, sharing, replying, growing, and maybe even monetizing a newsletter… takes work. And if you’re doing it solo (like I am), it can feel overwhelming fast. So today, I want to pull back the curtain and show you how I manage my time as a one-person local newsroom—and how you can build your own rhythm without burning out. Let’s get into it. 1. I Set a “Newsletter Day” (and Stick to It) My newsletter drops every [choose your day] . That’s my anchor. Why it helps: Readers know what to expect I build momentum around a weekly rhythm It reduces decision fatigue (“Should I publish today?” Nope—it’s already scheduled.) Even if I’m running behind...