Friday's Five ✋ alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Friday's Five ✋ (leadership development, design and AI and media consumption). The closest matches are The Achievement Blueprint, Growth Mindset and future/proof. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 15, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 24 days ago

    Exploring the principles, habits, and strategies that lead to a fulfilling and abundant life.

    Likely audience: Entrepreneurs and startup founders

    2 shared topics

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    Growth Mindset435K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Growth Mindset publishes productivity essays and subscriber Q&A sessions focused on focus techniques, work reorganization, and AI workflow optimization for knowledge workers and professionals. It mixes long-form…

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    future/proof348K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 11 days ago

    stay relevant

    Likely audience: aspiring entrepreneurs

    1 shared topic

  4. 4
    Scott's Newsletter256K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: A business newsletter that alternates between long-form essays on entrepreneurship and industry analysis (collision repair, septic services, CEO psychology) and shorter interviews or productivity features (surgical…

    Likely audience: entrepreneurs

    1 shared topic

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    milk and cookies243K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: milk and cookies publishes personal essays and cultural commentary exploring psychology, self-improvement, and interpersonal dynamics. Its content ranges from essays on grief, independence, and emotional labor to…

    Likely audience: content creators

    1 shared topic

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    The Forbidden Files193K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    secret knowledge. public platform. if you get it, you get it. this is the modern revolution. reject mediocrity or go away.

    Likely audience: psychology enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Todoist Newsletter170K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: The Todoist newsletter delivers productivity and team management content, including workflow optimization strategies and discussions on AI versus human intuition. It serves a professional audience interested in…

    Likely audience: Remote workers

    1 shared topic

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    Better You162K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 4 days ago

    From recent posts: Better You publishes personal development essays focused on productivity, habit formation, and career transitions. Content blends practical frameworks—such as weekly planning routines and content monetization…

    Likely audience: career changers

    1 shared topic

  9. 9
    The Flow by Flocus125K+ subscribers

    beehiivWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: The Flow by Flocus publishes productivity trends, mental wellness, and lifestyle optimization advice in the form of articles and sponsored segments. It targets readers seeking practical steps to reduce daily friction…

    Likely audience: productivity enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

  10. 10

    SubstackDaily · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: Admired Leadership Field Notes publishes in-depth articles on leadership dynamics, team management, and organizational behavior for executives and managers. The content focuses on practical strategies for building…

    Likely audience: HR professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Substacklast post May 31, 2026

    From recent posts: This publication blends options trading signals with essays on productivity, discipline, and personal growth. It targets readers seeking both financial market data and reflective advice on maintaining focus and reducing…

    Likely audience: Self-improvement enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Bay Area Founders Club116K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    Welcome to Bay Area Founders Club (100K+ Members | 1000+ VCs | 5000+ Startups)! Subscribe for weekly updates on entrepreneurship and investment activities in the Bay Area, along with top-notch content delivered directly…

    Likely audience: venture capitalists

    1 shared topic

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    Whatever Matters114K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 41 days ago

    Ideas and strategies around Technology, Careers, Startups and Marketing. Whatever Matters to you.

    Likely audience: founders

    1 shared topic

  14. 14
    Postanly Weekly104K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 3 days ago

    Master the best of what great minds have already figured out for smarter living. Join curious people from Microsoft, Google, LinkedIn and Apple. Got a surprise for you.

    Likely audience: Intellectually curious professionals

    1 shared topic

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    Jardín Mental99K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    La newsletter Nº1 en español para personas que quieren vivir de su creatividad, con las herramientas y el sistema para lograrlo.

    Likely audience: Productivity enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    Mindful Awareness98K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Mindful Awareness publishes personal essays on self-discipline, anxiety management, and mental health strategies for individuals seeking productivity and purpose. The publication mixes reflective articles with…

    Likely audience: Self-improvement readers

    1 shared topic

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    Impulsa tu Vida89K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 23 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

    1 shared topic

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    Wes Kao's Newsletter87K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 59 days ago

    From recent posts: Wes Kao's newsletter delivers business essays on executive communication, marketing strategy, and leadership development. It targets professionals seeking career advancement and management skills, often blending…

    Likely audience: managers seeking to improve influence

    1 shared topic

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    EresInteligente80K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    🌱 Inspira tu mente, calma tu corazón y reconecta contigo. Cada semana recibirás reflexiones breves, ideas que despiertan y recordatorios que te acercan a tu bienestar. 🧠 Crecimiento personal sin complicaciones. 💫…

    Likely audience: Individuals struggling with procrastination

    1 shared topic

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    Mindful Mondays74K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: Mindful Mondays publishes articles on behavioral psychology, self-regulation, and personal growth for readers seeking practical strategies to build habits and manage mental patterns. The publication consistently blends…

    Likely audience: Self-improvement enthusiasts

    1 shared topic

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    The Ghost67K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 5 days ago

    On writing and life. Long-form musings on the nature of creativity and the essence of everything. Some poems, too.

    Likely audience: Creative professionals

    1 shared topic

  22. 22
    Slow Brew Sunday66K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 6 days ago

    From recent posts: Slow Brew Sunday is a weekly personal newsletter from Jules Acree that blends reflections on motherhood, aging, and home renovation with curated media recommendations and community engagement. The publication mixes…

    Likely audience: Book lovers and readers

    1 shared topic

  23. 23
    The Reading List63K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 13 days ago

    A new list of book recommendations or reading how to/guide every Sunday

    Likely audience: Book lovers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: This publication mixes executive coaching case studies with data-driven business strategy articles focused on scaling revenue for major tech and travel companies. It targets professionals seeking practical frameworks…

    Likely audience: Product managers

    1 shared topic

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