One of the things I care most about is helping people go deeper in their storytelling and create from a place that feels fully alive. That’s the heart of what I do here on Wannabe Wisdom.
But I also love sharing what I’m learning as I go, especially the practical, challenging, and very real parts of building a writing life online.
I’ve been on Substack for almost three years now. Time has flown, and the platform changes fast. That’s part of why I created Substack Shop Talk: a series where I share the behind-the-scenes of writing on Substack.
If you’re new to Substack, one of the most useful things to understand early is the difference between Notes and Posts.
This is a free, 20-minute, beginner-friendly tutorial on how Substack Notes work, how they differ from long-form posts or essays, and how to write for an online audience.
Because Notes are not essays. And a lot of people are accidentally writing them like they are.
In this video, I cover:
the difference between Notes and Posts
what Notes are actually for
how to think about writing for online readers
why readability matters
how to make your writing feel human, not overworked
how I personally use Notes to support deeper writing
restacking Notes and Posts
If you’ve been circling Substack and trying to get your footing, this will help.
✨ If you liked this video, you’ll love my full tutorial workshop, Getting Started on Substack (Without Losing Your Mind). Paid subscribers get instant access included with their subscription.
Or 👉 purchase it as a one-off for $37.
Also, check out the article I mention in the video: The Art of the Substack Note in 2026.
Welcome to Wannabe Wisdom, Diaries of a Fake Guru. I’m Ashley Evans. Glad you’re here. 😊
Evolving loudly. With love + rebellion.
— Ashley
