Dave Kang's Octopus Life alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Dave Kang's Octopus Life (career philosophy, generalist vs specialist and work-life balance). The closest matches are Growth Mindset, future/proof and Impulsa tu Vida. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 6, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

About Dave Kang's Octopus Life

Octopus guy doing up to 8 different jobs in a portfolio career for creative, financial, and personal freedom

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  1. 1
    Growth Mindset435K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Growth Mindset publishes weekly articles and Q&A sessions on productivity, AI workflows, and professional psychology for knowledge workers. The content ranges from historical photography analysis and mental health…

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

  2. 2
    future/proof348K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 16 days ago

    stay relevant

    Likely audience: aspiring entrepreneurs

    2 shared topics

  3. 3
    Impulsa tu Vida89K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    Cada lunes recibirás herramientas para ayudarte a construir una gran vida. Al suscribirte te regalo el Habit Tracker para ayudarte a construir hábitos poderosos.

    Likely audience: Professionals seeking mental clarity

    2 shared topics

  4. 4
    Easy Ambition49K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Aug 24, 2026

    From recent posts: Easy Ambition publishes personal productivity essays, book marketing case studies, and promotional content for the author's podcast and livestreams. The publication focuses on goal setting and cross-cultural…

    Likely audience: Entrepreneurs seeking productivity hacks

    2 shared topics

  5. 5

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 5 days ago

    From recent posts: Club 12 with Dean Bokhari publishes weekly articles on work-life balance, stress management, and career purpose through interviews, research-backed techniques, and creator economy updates. The publication targets…

    Likely audience: professionals seeking better work-life balance

    2 shared topics

  6. 6
    The Write Path25K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    The intersection of psychology, philosophy, and business.

    Likely audience: content creators

    2 shared topics

  7. 7
    Really Rich22K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 7 days ago

    Helping you get *really* rich in all areas of your life. Money | Business | Health | Relationships

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

  8. 8

    SubstackWeekly · last post 22 days ago

    Celebrating compassionate leadership and purpose. By crafting lovable work, we help you find and build meaningful careers for yourself and others —and love how you get there.

    Likely audience: Career professionals seeking direction

    2 shared topics

  9. 9
    Mastery Den14K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Mastery Den publishes weekly articles on writing techniques, content creation, and personal branding strategies for aspiring writers and creators. The publication features practical advice on improving writing quality…

    Likely audience: content creators

    2 shared topics

  10. 10
    The Soft CEO Club12K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: The Soft CEO Club publishes a monthly newsletter and a community magazine for over 12,000 female entrepreneurs and professionals, blending practical business advice with holistic wellness, financial mindset, and…

    Likely audience: Individuals seeking stress relief

    2 shared topics

  11. 11
    Landon’s Letters10K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 23 days ago

    Ideas, experiments, and occasional strong opinions on marketing, AI, and building a small business without accidentally creating yourself another job.

    Likely audience: Substack writers and publishers

    2 shared topics

  12. 12

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: The Therapy Works Substack publishes weekly essays on psychology, mental health, and human behavior, ranging from productivity tips and existential reflections to pop culture analysis and personal interviews. It targets…

    Likely audience: psychology enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

  13. 13
    Noted by Anouk Yve8K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    Written by designer and observer Anouk Yve. Noted is an ongoing study of what I notice, curate and love to return to. Captivating taste as strategy across style, interiors, design and ritual.

    Likely audience: digital nomads

    2 shared topics

  14. 14

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Raw Materials by Jules Fedele publishes a mix of interviews with entrepreneurs and personal essays on shifting from corporate careers to building sustainable portfolio careers. The publication focuses on practical…

    Likely audience: entrepreneurs

    2 shared topics

  15. 15
    Disciplined Monday7K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

    I write simple, clear ideas for a world that moves too fast. Minimalist Voice is about calm thinking, mindful creativity, and living with less noise.

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

  16. 16

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 39 days ago

    We talk everything Secure Your Future business & entrepreneurship, the goal is to heighten the awareness of people across the world who are securing their future mentally, physically, emotionally, socially…

    Likely audience: Product managers

    2 shared topics

  17. 17
    elle-même6K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 8 days ago

    A space for women who belong to themselves: beauty, becoming, and creating a meaningful life and business — from France, and within you, wherever you are.

    Likely audience: Content creators

    2 shared topics

  18. 18

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 6 days ago

    Likely audience: freelance journalists

    2 shared topics

  19. 19

    SubstackWeekly · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Colin Wright's Newsletter publishes weekly personal essays on mental health, mindfulness, and productivity alongside curated links and community updates. It targets readers interested in balancing work and life through…

    Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

    2 shared topics

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    SubstackWeekly · last post 7 days ago

    Build your project. After work, every week. For employed builders who refuse to stay aspiring • Click subscribe for a small gift.

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    2 shared topics

  21. 21
    Jono's Journal3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Jono's Journal publishes essays on career philosophy, creativity, and self-discovery, specifically targeting multi-passionate individuals who reject the pressure to specialize. The publication focuses on journaling as a…

    Likely audience: Creative professionals

    2 shared topics

  22. 22
    Broken Growth3K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Broken Growth publishes four-part articles and interviews on solopreneurship, business strategy, and productivity tools for freelancers and small business owners. The content mixes reflective essays on mental health and…

    Likely audience: solopreneurs

    2 shared topics

  23. 23
    Bang Voyage2K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Bang Voyage publishes a weekly mix of personal essays, interviews, and curated lifestyle lists focused on motherhood, creative careers, and seasonal wellness. The publication targets stay-at-home and working mothers…

    Likely audience: New parents

    2 shared topics

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    Freedom Focus1K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 14 days ago

    From recent posts: Freedom Focus publishes personal essays on career transitions, financial independence, and mental health struggles for professionals navigating burnout and identity crises. The publication mixes reflective narratives…

    Likely audience: Career changers

    2 shared topics

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