Create, Launch, and Grow Your Community on Substack

Whether you’re starting from scratch or ready to accelerate the growth of your current publication on Substack, this is where clarity meets momentum.

In this live + recorded workshop, you’ll receive profitable strategy and step-by-step ongoing support to help you build your Rising Substack. 

Create Your New Digital Home

Less noise. More meaning. Real momentum.

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin trying to do it all—create, market, post, promote—and now the idea of learning another platform feels like too much, I get it. You're not alone.

But something about Substack is calling to you.

This is more than a three-hour workshop. This is your entire content ecosystem, laid out with clarity and intention with monthly support included, no membership or extra fees.

You’ll get profitable strategy and step-by-step support to build your Rising Substack in a way that feels aligned, spacious, and sustainable.

I’ll guide you through how to create a marketing rhythm that supports both your business and your nervous system so that showing up becomes something you actually want to do.

And because Substack is always evolving, you’ll receive ongoing access to Press Publish Club's monthly guidance to grow with the platform, not behind it.

No burnout. No overthinking. Just steady, grounded momentum built post by post alongside the community. 

xo, Carla

PS: I’ve been helping clients and brands build and grow their Substack newsletters since 2021. I’ve had the honor of supporting eight Rising Substacks, including my own. 

I'm Ready for Change!

Investing in your business is an investment in yourself

"If you believe in your work and your mission and need to get un-stuck or explore new options, I highly recommend working with Carla. She inspired me to start my Substack, Words with Layla." — Layla Khoury-Hanold

 

What's Included: 

  • Live Workshop: Everything is broken down to what you need to launch a successful Substack with my Create, Launch, and Grow Method in one afternoon. Join us Sunday 8/24 from 12:00 to 2:00 EST. Can't make it? No worries! There are recordings + transcripts. 
  • The Ultimate Substack Resource: This includes my up-to-date resources, dedicated content planner, Substack resources and publication styles to choose from.
  • The Substack Checklist: All the pieces you need to create your new publication to launch like a Rising Substack and you can cross off the list one by one. 
  • The Substack Templates: All the templates you need. 

Bonuses 

  • Recorded Substack Workshop: Access to the previously recorded Substack Accelerator workshop. You can get started immediately!
  • Press Publish Club: This isn’t another course collecting dust. It’s action-driven support delivered straight to your inbox. You’ll get the BTS podcast, quick-hit micro workshops, creative visibility challenges, and simple tools to help you share your work now, not someday. Share Your Work 
  • Build Your Substack 101: This workshop is an introduction to Substack. Leave with a plan of inspired action steps plus build your Substack profile.  

Note: All material is recorded with closed captions and a transcript available. 

VIP Upgrade: 

  • 75-minute Substack Strategy Call: Get clear and aligned with how Substack can work for you and your brand with 1:1 support plus, your specific questions answered (worth $550.00). 
I'm ready for this

There’s nothing that can’t be solved

"There’s no chance you could work with Carla and not see any results. She is the kind of person that won’t rest until she helps you. Her nature is a helper to the core and when you mix that with her level of knowledge and hustle there’s nothing that can’t be solved." — Melanie Kluger, Artist

The Workshop is for you if...

 

  • You’re a creative or entrepreneur feeling stretched thin. You're exhausted by content demands and can't imagine learning yet another platform—but there’s something about Substack that feels aligned. You’re ready to build your newsletter with intention.
  • You want clear guidance and real support while setting up your Substack. That includes adding podcast, audio, or video content—without spending hours trying to figure it all out alone. Substack isn’t intuitive, and you shouldn’t have to struggle through it.
  • You’re ready to shift how you show up online. The way you’ve built your presence in the past isn’t working anymore. Maybe you've already stepped away from platforms like Instagram or Facebook—yes, there's a path forward here too!
  • You’re tired of creating content that no one sees. In this program, you’ll learn how to market your publication and grow your audience with strategies that actually get your content seen.
  • You want a reset and a clear plan to move forward. Each week includes dedicated coworking time so you can apply what you learn immediately, with support every step of the way.
  • You have valuable content scattered across platforms. Now is the time to bring it all together. Use Substack to share your voice, reach a new audience, and build a connected, engaged community.
I'm Ready for This!

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Join us Sunday 8/24 from 12:00 to 3:00 EST. Can't make it? No worries! There are recordings + transcripts.

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What's Included:

Three Hour Workshop: Create, Grow, & Launch Your Substack + Ongoing Updates

The Ultimate Substack Resource

The Substack Checklist

The Substack Templates 

Bonuses:

Build Your Substack 101

Live Q&A + Coworking 

Press Publish Club

Let's go!

VIP Upgrade

$750.00

What's Included:

Three Hour Workshop: Create, Grow, & Launch Your Substack + Ongoing Updates

The Ultimate Substack Resource

The Substack Checklist

The Substack Templates 

Bonuses:

Build Your Substack 101

Live Q&A + Coworking 

Press Publish Club

VIP Upgrade: 

1:1 75-minute Content Strategy Call (worth $550.00)

Let's go!

Perfectly Simple, Clear and Genuinely You

“Carla is simply magic. She has a rare and beautiful ability to connect directly with the natural creative force within you. This is more than business for her, she does it for the joy of it and shows up with heart, intention and intuitive wisdom every single time. She brings an articulate and grounded presence and helps you craft a brand, website, and Substack that are perfectly simple, clear and genuinely you.” — Aleks Galaska

I'm Your Content Strategist & Guide

About Carla Contreras: 

I’m Carla a content strategist, brand alchemist, and trusted guide for entrepreneurs ready to elevate their brand and expand their impact.

Since 2013, I’ve partnered with coaches, healers, and creative business owners to transform their ideas into successful launches from books and products to websites and podcasts while building sustainable profit and presence.

With over a decade of experience, I’ve partnered with visionary founders and iconic brands like Bobbi Brown, Bumble Bee Tuna, and The Institute for Integrative Nutrition. Shaping strategies and creative work that’s purposeful and profitable.

I’ve been helping clients and brands build and grow their Substack newsletters since 2021. I’ve had the honor of supporting seven rising Substacks on their journey to success. In 2024, I personally grew my podcast audience by 89% new listeners on Spotify. 

I hold certifications from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and The Nutritious Life Studio, along with training as a Master Reiki practitioner and meditation teacher. I bring a holistic approach to business growth where strategy meets intuition and aligned action leads to lasting success.

If you’re ready to expand your presence and create with purpose, I’m here to help you make your next move with clarity, confidence, and ease.

I'm ready to receive support

An Act of Devotion to Your Dreams

"If you’re craving clarity, confidence, or just a solid guide to walk with you as you birth your ideas into form—Carla is it. She leads with generosity and heart, and she truly sees you. Working with her is an act of devotion to my own dreams." — Jillanna Michelle, Holistic Nurse Practitioner

What about visual artists, podcasting, audio, and video?

Yes, and this goes for all industries. There are visual artists in our classes. We will work on a format that works for you! I will show you how to add photos, audio , and video elements. Plus, if it makes sense to transfer (like a podcast) to the Substack platform. I highly suggest this (with a strategy, of course).

1. You get an email from me with all the details. 

2. Check your spam or promotions. Everything is hosted on Kajabi, they have an app that’s super easy to use on the go! 

3. Join our Private Community (not social media). All communication + updates will be there.

4. Questions? Tech issues? Send me an email or PM in our Private Community.

Heck no! This is about finding what works for you and your business. Period. I am here to help you expand your presence in a way that feels aligned for you. You may decide that your cadence is weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, or your divine timing. 

The Accelerator is the same price is a 1:1 Empower Hour call with me on purpose! I have helped 8 clients, including myself build Rising Substacks in the last year. 

My clients have gone from zero to 250,000 IG followers in one year, made $75,000 in one month, and landed book deals two weeks after their calls with me.

If you are ready to step into a fuller and brighter version of your vision and business, this is for you. Get ready to roll up your sleeves. It’s go time!

Note: Your results may vary and are based on the time, energy, and effort (and sometimes pure luck after years of hard work) placed into creating and posting your content. 

Yes! So many times, I have said no to things that deeply resonated with me because of all the moving parts in my life.

You always have the choice and space to work independently. There will be replays of the ongoing workshops.

As a mom of two children, sometimes my vibe is head down and headphones on; trust your flow.

Note: Coworking Sessions are not recorded.

Refunds & Cancellation Policy: Due to the immediate nature of this content + bonuses, there are no refunds. Be absolutely sure before you purchase.

Yes! There are many features and nuances Substack adds all the time. If what you’re doing is working and feels good, trust your gut.

But if you feel like you could learn more, are interested in guidance and support from a seasoned content strategist, and want to be in community with others doing the same, please join us!

I offer free content on my Substack and podcast. You can also use Afterpay, Klarna, or PayPal to create a payment plan. You can also see more offerings such as Build Your Substack in a Day

Substack is a newsletter and social platform for sustainable growth and visibility that will support you and your work.

The reach I have had in the past year has pushed my podcast into the top 5% in the world with 89% new listeners on Spotify, and my open rate for my newsletter has been as high as 51% (industry standard is 21.33%) 

If you need more info, listen to this podcast with my creative support Jenna Knapp and me here

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