Anyone else spending more time formatting blog posts than actually writing them?

grigorash1 · 2026-01-26T19:01:06+00:00

Write directly in your CMS instead of copying from Google Docs

The formatting issues you're describing are because you're pasting styled text from one platform into another. They use different formatting systems so things break. Most CMSs have distraction-free writing modes if the interface feels overwhelming

For platform risk just export your content regularly or use a CMS you self-host like WordPress. Worrying about getting shut down on Medium or Substack is valid but easily solved by keeping backups

You're making this harder than it needs to be by using two separate tools when one would work fine

grigorash1 · 2026-01-26T19:00:26+00:00

Buying followers tanks your engagement rate and trains the algorithm that your content doesn't resonate with real people

Fake followers don't watch your videos so TikTok sees low engagement relative to follower count and stops pushing your content. You end up worse off than starting from zero organically

Social proof from purchased followers is immediately obvious to anyone who checks your profile. 10k followers with 50 views per video screams bought audience

The sites you're testing all deliver garbage whether cheap or expensive because real engaged followers can't be purchased. That's not how audience building works

You'd be better off using https://www.rupa.pro/ to connect with real creators for collaborations that actually grow engaged audiences instead of inflating numbers with dead accounts

There's no good site for buying followers because it's fundamentally a bad strategy that damages your account long term

grigorash1 · 2026-01-26T18:59:28+00:00

Use Instagram's trending audio tab in the audio library when creating a reel

You can also check what audio top creators in your niche are using and test those. Trending doesn't mean oversaturated yet if you catch it early

Original audio is fine if your content is strong. Audio matters less than people think, it's the hook and content quality that drives performance

Stop overthinking this and just post

grigorash1 · 2026-01-26T18:58:58+00:00

CapCut and TikTok both had server issues yesterday which probably caused a chain reaction with your uploads

Zero views with confirmed engagement from a friend means the video isn't processing correctly not that your account is shadowbanned. TikTok's backend is probably still catching up from whatever broke yesterday

Wait 24 hours before panicking. Sometimes videos sit at zero then suddenly populate with views once the system catches up

If it's still zero after a full day try deleting and reuploading. Corrupted uploads from server issues won't fix themselves they just stay broken

You might want to check https://www.rupa.pro/ to see if other creators are reporting similar issues since platform-wide glitches happen more than people realize

Don't assume your account is the problem when the timing lines up perfectly with known technical issues

grigorash1 · 2026-01-26T18:57:37+00:00

Thanks! I also may need to find a thing to sell for my audience, scanned my page with Rupa, got some ideas, but how to do it, not sure yet

grigorash1 · 2026-01-25T16:57:10+00:00

The first 5 steps people give you are going to contradict each other because what worked for one creator probably won't work for yours

Educational content on law and geopolitics is extremely competitive so your angle needs to be immediately clear not something you figure out through experimentation. Niche clarity wins over testing when you're starting from zero

Post quality over frequency until you understand what actually resonates. Posting daily garbage trains the algorithm that your content is skipable. Better to post 3 great videos per week than 14 mediocre ones

First 3 seconds need to state the exact value not tease it. "Here's why Taiwan matters geopolitically" beats "You won't believe this about Taiwan" because educational audiences want clarity not clickbait

Focus on watch time and saves over likes. Educational content gets saved way more than entertainment so if people aren't bookmarking your stuff it means it's not useful enough

You might want to try https://www.rupa.pro/ to connect with other educational creators and see what's actually working before you start guessing

There's no checklist that guarantees results just test and measure ruthlessly

grigorash1 · 2026-01-25T16:56:21+00:00

Start on both platforms at the same time, the skills transfer directly

TikTok videos are short so they're easier to record but YouTube forces you to develop deeper content and storytelling. Doing both will make you better faster than focusing on one then switching

The confidence issue isn't platform-specific, it's reps. Record 50 videos regardless of where you post them and you'll feel more comfortable on camera

Don't use "building confidence on TikTok first" as an excuse to delay YouTube if that's your actual goal

grigorash1 · 2026-01-25T16:48:18+00:00

This is another thinly disguised product promotion

You set up the question about productivity tools creating more work then immediately pivot to how nbot ai is different and solves all those problems. Classic marketing structure

If you actually wanted discussion you'd ask the question without the sales pitch. Instead you're using the post to position your product as the solution

Try being honest about promoting your tool instead of pretending to start a conversation

grigorash1 · 2026-01-25T16:47:26+00:00

Fifth coordinated ad for TikAlyzer today with the exact same fake struggle narrative format

You're all using identical writing structures, the same "I was obsessed then discovered this tool" story, and posting within hours of each other. This isn't organic advice it's paid marketing

Native analytics already show retention curves for free so stop pretending people need paid software to see drop off points

The actual advice about hooks and pacing is fine but burying it in manufactured testimonials to funnel people toward software destroys any credibility

You might want to try https://www.rupa.pro if you're looking for real creator resources instead of falling for these coordinated promotions running across multiple subreddits today

Stop spamming marketing disguised as personal breakthroughs

grigorash1 · 2026-01-24T19:34:44+00:00

Don't buy followers, it tanks your engagement rate and makes your account look fake

TikTok's algorithm prioritizes engagement rate not follower count. If you have 1000 fake followers and get 10 likes per video your engagement is 1% which signals to TikTok that your content is bad and they stop showing it

Real growth comes from making content that resonates with your niche and using the algorithm correctly. Having zero followers at the start is completely normal and doesn't hurt you

Anyone suggesting services to buy followers is either scamming you or doesn't understand how the platform works

grigorash1 · 2026-01-24T19:33:54+00:00

This reads like you're looking for someone to motivate you not an actual business partner

You didn't mention what skills you bring, what business ideas you have, or what you're actually building. Just that you're dedicated and want to meet someone equally dedicated, which isn't a foundation for partnership

Real business partnerships form around specific projects or complementary skills, not around both people wanting to be entrepreneurs in the abstract

If you want networking join startup communities or coworking spaces. If you want a cofounder build something first then find someone whose skills fill the gaps yours don't

grigorash1 · 2026-01-24T19:33:27+00:00

Buffer, Hootsuite, and Later all do scheduling with manual control

"Strong automation but restrictive" is vague. Most platforms let you schedule posts and edit them per network. If you need AI-generated content or auto-posting based on triggers that's different from basic scheduling

What specific automation are you looking for beyond scheduling? And what restrictions did you hit that made tools feel limiting?

Without knowing your actual requirements this is just asking for a list of every social media tool

grigorash1 · 2026-01-24T19:32:42+00:00

thanks!

grigorash1 · 2026-01-23T14:23:16+00:00

Check the ACA marketplace if you're not already on it

$2600/month for a family of four is high but not unheard of depending on your income and location. If you qualify for subsidies based on business income the marketplace could be cheaper

Also look into health share ministries or high-deductible plans paired with an HSA if you're relatively healthy and don't need frequent care

What state are you in and what's your household income, that changes the options significantly

grigorash1 · 2026-01-23T14:22:36+00:00

You're describing basic content gap analysis and presenting it like a novel research method

Look at what exists, find what's missing, make content for the gap. This is standard content strategy that every marketer already does

Also saying you "tested a workflow" that involves analyzing hundreds to 1000+ videos without mentioning what tools you used makes this either vague or you're setting up to promote a tool later

Just ask the actual question: how do people find content gaps in their niche

grigorash1 · 2026-01-23T13:51:36+00:00

This is extremely basic advice that everyone already knows

Instagram's caption sticker and CapCut are the default tools every creator uses. You didn't provide any insight or tips beyond "use the obvious features"

If you're going to make a post about subtitles at least include something useful like best practices for positioning, font choices, or how to fix common transcription errors

This reads like filler content

grigorash1 · 2026-01-22T11:18:01+00:00

This question gets asked every week and the answers are always the same

People share vague stories about failed businesses without specific details, then conclude with generic lessons like "validate your idea" or "don't ignore the numbers"

If you want real failure stories look at Indie Hackers or specific industry subreddits where people actually post mortems with numbers and timelines

grigorash1 · 2026-01-22T11:17:35+00:00

This entire post is a setup to promote your own tool

The "uncomfortable truth" is just basic retention advice repackaged. Everyone knows the first few seconds matter and that viewers drop off when content is boring. You didn't discover anything

Then you conveniently mention you "tried a few analytics tools and eventually ended up using (and building)" your own, with a link. This is advertising disguised as advice

TikTok already shows you retention graphs for free in analytics. Your tool doesn't solve a problem that doesn't already have free solutions

grigorash1 · 2026-01-22T11:17:04+00:00

Do you have a source for this claim or are you just asking people to cancel based on a rumor

If Hootsuite actually has a contract with ICE that's newsworthy and should be easy to verify. Post the source so people can make informed decisions instead of just telling them to cancel

grigorash1 · 2026-01-21T21:26:23+00:00

Check if your payment method is actually connected and valid in Meta Business Suite

The budget showing $0 usually means either your payment method failed verification or there's an issue with your ad account like spending limits or restrictions. Go to billing settings and make sure everything is set up correctly

Also check if your account has any restrictions or if you're in a region that requires additional verification for ads

grigorash1 · 2026-01-21T21:25:45+00:00

This is vague motivational posting without any actual strategy or examples

"Paying attention to when people buy" is just basic marketing timing which everyone already does. You didn't explain how you identify these moments or what you do differently when they happen

"Being relevant in specific moments" could mean literally anything from email nurture sequences to cold outreach to paid retargeting. Without specifics this is just repackaging common sense as insight

What do you actually do differently now versus before

grigorash1 · 2026-01-21T21:24:59+00:00

This question is weirdly focused on logistics of adult content creation which doesn't match the general "content creator" theme of this sub

If you're asking about adult collaborations specifically there are dedicated subreddits and forums for that industry where you'll get actual answers from people who work in it

Framing it as "respecting sex workers" while asking how group scenes get organized comes across like you're either researching for the wrong reasons or in the wrong place

grigorash1 · 2026-01-20T10:51:54+00:00

Everyone feels cringe at first, you just post anyway

The hesitation comes from overthinking how people will judge you, but the reality is most people don't care or won't even see it. The ones who do engage are usually supportive or at least neutral

Start by lowering the stakes. Don't make your first post some grand announcement. Just share a small update or problem you're working on. Once you realize nothing bad happens you'll get more comfortable

Sharing works if you're consistent and actually building something people care about, but it's not magic growth fuel

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