Steal these 5 strategies


Who else wants to build their email list faster and smarter?

If you’ve been struggling to grow your list, these five strategies can help you attract the right people to your email list, Reader.

Your email list is more than just a collection of names—it's your opportunity to build trust, provide value, and create lasting connections with your audience.

Let’s dive into these tried-and-true tactics so you can take the first steps toward growing and engaging your list today.

#1 Podcast Guest Appearances

Podcasts are a fantastic way to reach a new, engaged audience already interested in your offerings.

By sharing your expertise, you can connect with listeners who are eager to learn more and build trust with potential subscribers.

Quick Tip: Start by contacting 3-5 podcasts in your niche.

Offer a unique topic that matches their audience’s interests, and include a lead magnet or freebie to capture new subscribers after the episode airs.

#2 Kit Creator Network

Networking with creators who share a similar audience can significantly expand your reach.

When someone within a trusted network recommends your content, it builds instant credibility and visibility.

Quick Tip: Join an email marketing network like Kit Creator Network or any other collaboration platform.

Start by connecting with just one creator to recommend each other's content and begin expanding your audience.

#3 Lead Magnet Swaps

When you swap lead magnets with a complementary business, you double your exposure and reach new subscribers interested in similar content.

This can help you build a highly engaged email list.

Quick Tip: Identify one or two business owners in your niche who offer complementary services.

Reach out to them about exchanging lead magnets and cross-promoting each other's content.

#4 Membership Group Participation

One of the most organic ways to grow your list is to join and actively engage in groups where your target audience spends time.

Offering value and building relationships makes people more likely to trust and subscribe to your emails.

Quick Tip: Join an active online group where your ideal clients hang out (Facebook, LinkedIn, or industry-specific groups).

Don’t just post—spend time answering questions and offering value. Build relationships first, then naturally share your lead magnet.

#5 AMA (Ask Me Anything) Email Series

An AMA (Ask Me Anything) email series excites subscribers for your content.

This format lets you showcase your expertise while answering questions directly from your audience, making it feel more personal.

Quick Tip: Promote an AMA event where people can submit their questions by signing up using a simple form.

Choose 5-7 top questions to answer in a series of emails, keeping subscribers engaged over time.

Which of these strategies are you excited to try or revisit?

Hit reply and let me know—I’d love to hear what you plan to implement to grow your list.

Or tell me about the method you use to build your list. With your permission, I'll share it in a future email.

To your email marketing success,

Kathy