Deal Makers (& Fakers) alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Deal Makers (& Fakers) (startup fundraising, venture capital and AI investment). The closest matches are Marc Randolph's Substack, The VC Corner and Product Market Fit. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 13, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 17 days ago

    As the co-founder and first CEO of Netflix, I'll write a fair amount about the place, but I'll also share my thoughts on entrepreneurship, work-life balance, kids and whatever stupid things happen to pop into my head.

    Likely audience: venture capitalists

    3 shared topics

  2. 2
    The VC Corner146K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: The VC Corner publishes a mix of premium investor databases, startup funding analyses, and weekly tech recaps covering AI, fintech, and venture capital. It targets founders and investors seeking curated deal data, pitch…

    Likely audience: Startup founders

    2 shared topics

  3. 3
    Product Market Fit79K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: Product Market Fit publishes weekly business articles covering AI strategy, startup operations, and venture capital trends for founders and investors. The publication mixes case studies on successful launches and…

    Likely audience: Venture capitalists

    2 shared topics

  4. 4
    Digital Native73K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 16 days ago

    Weekly writing about how technology and people intersect

    Likely audience: Product managers

    2 shared topics

  5. 5
    Founder Fridays61K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post today

    From recent posts: Founder Fridays is a weekly business newsletter for founders and early-stage entrepreneurs, delivering short-form guides on software delivery, fundraising, legal fees, AI strategy, and startup operations. The…

    Likely audience: founders

    2 shared topics

  6. 6
    Foundersuite57K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post Sep 8, 2026

    Foundersuite's Substack - All about Founders

    Likely audience: Venture Capitalists

    2 shared topics

  7. 7

    SubstackDaily · last post yesterday

    The definitive briefing for founders building companies, and the operators and investors who make it possible.

    Likely audience: product managers

    2 shared topics

  8. 8
    Not Another CEO34K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: Not Another CEO publishes interviews and essays on founder psychology, executive hiring, and leadership strategy for entrepreneurs and executives. The publication mixes podcast episodes with articles covering topics…

    Likely audience: founders

    2 shared topics

  9. 9
    The Split22K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 15 days ago

    Weekly conversations with your favorite founders, investors, and operators.

    Likely audience: Venture capitalists

    2 shared topics

  10. 10
    20VC19K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: 20VC publishes a recurring series of newsletters aggregating transcripts and key takeaways from its podcast, featuring interviews with founders, investors, and executives on venture capital strategy, AI investment…

    Likely audience: venture capitalists

    2 shared topics

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    Venture Unlocked8K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 30 days ago

    Venture Unlocked offers unique insider insights into venture capital through our Podcast and writings.

    Likely audience: Angel Investors

    2 shared topics

  12. 12

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    From recent posts: Venture Capital Archive publishes weekly analyses of startup funding trends, fund launches, and regulatory developments in the venture capital and private equity sectors. The publication targets investors and industry…

    Likely audience: Startup Founders

    2 shared topics

  13. 13

    SubstackWeekly · last post 11 days ago

    From recent posts: Smart Building Insight publishes weekly updates on mergers and acquisitions, bankruptcy filings, and market analysis for the smart building, IoT, and decarbonization sectors. The publication targets industry…

    Likely audience: Facility management professionals

    2 shared topics

  14. 14
    Venture with Leslie3K subscribers

    SubstackMonthly or less · last post 32 days ago

    From recent posts: Venture with Leslie is a newsletter for founders and investors that publishes opinion pieces on venture capital trends, startup fundraising, and the human side of the tech industry. It mixes analytical articles on AI in…

    Likely audience: Venture Capitalists

    2 shared topics

  15. 15

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post Sep 8, 2026

    Fundraising now a full time job and only 2% of founders get funding. Subscribe free to become a top 2% founder.

    Likely audience: Venture Capital Partners

    2 shared topics

  16. 16

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 23 days ago

    Everything about Fundraising for Startups

    Likely audience: Startup founders

    2 shared topics

  17. 17

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 8 days ago

    From recent posts: startupsdecoded publishes interview-style essays on startup fundraising and job-search strategy, including a five-stage playbook for raising capital from existing networks and a structured pipeline system for job…

    Likely audience: Founders seeking seed capital

    2 shared topics

  18. 18

    LinkedInEvery two weeks · last post 22 days ago

    By Portugal Business News

    Likely audience: pool owners and maintenance professionals

    2 shared topics

  19. 19

    LinkedInMonthly or less · last post 35 days ago

    Your weekly window into India

    Likely audience: Startup founders

    2 shared topics

  20. 20

    LinkedInMonthly or less · last post 25 days ago

    #Chai&Chat Stories is designed to provide my insights, perspectives and access to Cloud Opportunities.

    Likely audience: Venture capitalists and angel investors

    2 shared topics

  21. 21
    Spotlight by Xartup452K subscribers

    Substacklast post May 20, 2026

    From recent posts: Spotlight by Xartup publishes in-depth articles on startup strategy, product management, and fundraising for founders and operators. The content focuses on practical analysis of business metrics, competitive dynamics…

    Likely audience: startup founders

    1 shared topic

  22. 22
    Founding Journey251K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    Get advice to help build, grow, and raise capital for your startup, written by an a16z-backed founder.

    Likely audience: Founders

    1 shared topic

  23. 23
    a16z speedrun235K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 2 days ago

    From recent posts: a16z Speedrun publishes weekly updates on deep tech, AI, and startup funding, featuring founder interviews, residency program announcements, and practical advice for early-stage entrepreneurs. The publication mixes…

    Likely audience: Early-stage founders

    1 shared topic

  24. 24
    AI Supremacy 227K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post yesterday

    From recent posts: AI Supremacy publishes weekly deep dives into the technology sector, covering topics such as AI model releases, venture capital trends, and geopolitical risks like military AI and Chinese robotics. The publication…

    Likely audience: AI researchers

    1 shared topic

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