From Startup Hustle to Solopreneur Success
The Creative Routine of Claudia Faith
Hey, welcome to Methods—the series where we explore the creative habits of fellow Substack writers.
Today, we’re joined by Claudia Faith, a solopreneur who is currently traveling the world with her dog and partner while working remotely. Claudia is the writer of Wander Wealth, a bi-weekly newsletter dedicated to helping writers get paid for their words.
In just six months of writing online, Claudia has grown a community of over 3,000 readers and reached over $1k in monthly earnings.
In this interview, Claudia shares her journey from the startup world to solopreneurship, her creative routines, and the tools she uses to streamline her writing process.
Enjoy!
A Non-Traditional Path to Writing
My writing path has been a bit of a bizarre one. But then, who has a normal path to writing? We all have our twists and turns. I had to go through some failures to figure out what I truly wanted. For a while, I thought the startup life was for me. Investor calls, ping-pong nights, and all the hustle that came with it.
But the thing I enjoyed the most was writing those email updates to our investors. Funny how that’s what led me to writing in the first place. I realize now I was always meant to be a solopreneur focusing on a cause that matters to me. And my path has since led me to a new vision, one that resonates with me on a deeper level: helping other writers get paid for their words. I’m finally doing what feels right.
Creative Routine: Writing in the Flow
I usually write during the morning, as that's when I can be most productive and creative. As for notes, I usually write them throughout the day, whenever I have an interesting thought to share.
I like to walk my dog in the morning before sitting down to write; it helps me clear my head. I also realize that workouts help me be more creative in the afternoon (when I would usually get my afternoon low).
I literally work from everywhere and anywhere. Wherever there is internet, I can work. I usually love to be on couches or comfy chairs—that's where I can write best.
Every Sunday, I sit down and make a to-do list with tasks for every day of the week. That helps me organize, know when to prepare for what, and avoid burning out. It's pretty spot-on, and hardly ever does something get added to that list.
Essential Tools and Materials for Writing
I started using more and more tools and outlines/templates that just help me write better faster
Monster Insights Headline Analyzer: to shape my headlines
Grammarly: to check my grammar.
ChatGPT: to check my English or for SEO keyword summaries.
Influences and Inspirations
I really admire
for having created a writing empire and being known in this field. He has shaped my work especially in terms of structuring it. He is really good at letting people know about his templates, outline, structure and design of articles overall
What books or products have enhanced your creativity?
The Ted Talk from Tina Selig on Design Thinking and Creativity.
Creativity thrives by combining knowledge, imagination, and a flexible mindset within supportive environments that encourage rethinking assumptions and connecting diverse ideas.
Thanks, Claudia!
Check out her bi-weekly newsletter, Wander Wealth, for more insights on how to make a living as a writer.
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thank you so much for this, Sam. it was fun :)