Unlock the Algorithm

Forget the overwhelm and start creating with intention.

Hi, as you know me. I mostly write about heartbreak, betrayal and those feelings that are almost impossible to describe. But today, I’m going to move a little away from my niche and talk about something different:

What works best for your digital newsletter, blog post writing, and journaling.

After spending time writing online, I’ve noticed that sometimes the way we present our thoughts matters just as much as the thoughts themselves. So today, instead of broken hearts, let’s talk about creating a space where words feel alive.

For me, Substack is one of the greatest platforms for writing and sharing your thoughts. Medium comes second on my list. But as many of us know, not everyone is able to enable payments because of Stripe availability. So during this time, I think the best thing to focus on is building a trustworthy and supportive community. In the end, readers who genuinely connect with your words stay longer than numbers ever do.

So… how do you unlock the algorithm?

My answer may sound boring, but there is a secret algorithm to hack.

Photo by Stefan Steinbauer on Unsplash

First write consistently. Second Read other people’s work before expecting them to read yours. Third Leave thoughtful comments instead of “follow for follow.” Forth Share things people can feel, save or think about later.

Main Titles matter. Openings matter. But community matters more. Post because you have something to say, not because you want numbers overnight. On platforms like newsletters and blogs, trust travels slower than trends but it lasts longer.

Don’t stick to just one niche. Pick one or two related niches, research them properly, and combine them into a unique, interesting article.

And stop relying on AI in the same repetitive way (same titles, same middle structure, same conclusion). That kind of pattern makes your content feel predictable and forgettable.

I post Notes daily, and it helps me a lot. But I don’t always post at the same time or follow a fixed schedule. On Substack, or even other platforms, that’s okay.

Don’t worry too much about algorithms thinking you are “AI” or lowering your reach. What matters more is consistency in posting, not perfect timing.
They mainly respond to:

• engagement (reads, replies, saves)

• consistency over time

• quality of interaction, not exact timing

I hope this is helpful for you.

Love, Sehar