Doing It for the Attention alternatives: newsletters like it

24 newsletters in the NewsletterFIT index cover the same topics as Doing It for the Attention (maternity leave, PR agencies and email marketing). The closest matches are ebizfacts.beehiiv.com, Maybe Baby and The Social Contract with Joe Walsh. They are ranked by how many topics they share with it, then by publicly shown subscribers.

Updated Nov 12, 2026 · ranked by shared topics, then publicly shown subscribers · methodology

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  1. 1
    ebizfacts.beehiiv.com1.5M+ subscribers

    beehiivSeveral times a week · last post 3 days ago

    From recent posts: eBiz Facts publishes weekly lists of unconventional side hustle ideas and case studies on monetizing skills, ranging from API development and voiceover work to niche e-commerce ventures. The publication targets…

    Likely audience: small business owners

    1 shared topic

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    Maybe Baby200K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    From recent posts: Maybe Baby is a culture newsletter focused on parenting, literary criticism, and personal essays that occasionally blends in relationship advice and lifestyle lists. It serves readers navigating pregnancy and motherhood…

    Likely audience: relationship advice readers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

    The Social Contract is a citizen-supported movement resisting authoritarianism and restoring classic American values like civic engagement, tolerance & mutual respect. Written and hosted by former Congressman Joe Walsh…

    Likely audience: political commentators

    1 shared topic

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    Under the Desk News172K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    A place for nuanced conversations and exclusive reporting that center your emotional safety. LIVE Newscast M-F 10-11:30am ET

    Likely audience: Podcast listeners

    1 shared topic

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    Badlands Media86K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Honesty and integrity from citizen journalists.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Julián Castañeda86K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: Julián Castañeda publishes a weekly newsletter blending practical business strategy with personal essays on spirituality, burnout prevention, and entrepreneurship. The content mixes tactical guides for sales and…

    Likely audience: Business owners

    1 shared topic

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    Strength In Numbers74K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Independent, data-driven analysis of politics, public opinion polls, and elections. From author, journalist, and pollster G. Elliott Morris.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Invisible Women64K subscribers

    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 27 days ago

    Keeping up with the gender data gap (and whatever else takes my fancy).

    Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

    1 shared topic

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    The Liberal Patriot50K subscribers

    Substacklast post Aug 11, 2026

    Political and policy analysis from the vital center.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

  10. 10

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Learn how to write online, build your audience, and scale your income.

    Likely audience: Content strategists

    1 shared topic

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    Growth In Reverse41K subscribers

    Substacklast post May 25, 2026

    Reverse-engineering the fastest-growing newsletters - with weekly strategies to help you grow, monetize, and scale your own.

    Likely audience: Growth hackers

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackEvery two weeks · last post 15 days ago

    From recent posts: The Late Plate publishes weekly essays and recipes focused on motherhood, breastfeeding support, and cooking for parents. It is a personal resource for new mothers navigating the challenges of balancing childcare with…

    Likely audience: new parents

    1 shared topic

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    So What34K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago

    From recent posts: So What publishes independent political analysis focused on US Senate races, midterm elections, and polling data, alongside occasional personal essays on social dynamics. It targets readers interested in non-partisan…

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    Diagnosing a world in crisis while finding means and strategies for a better, realer, more human future.

    Likely audience: Political analysts

    1 shared topic

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    Orbital Operations23K+ subscribers

    beehiivWeekly · last post 4 days ago

    Your weekly prep for a creative life in a weird world from Warren Ellis, creator of global top 10 show CASTLEVANIA on Netflix, NYT and Amazon Top 100 best-selling author of GUN MACHINE, NORMAL and TRANSMETROPOLITAN…

    Likely audience: Newsletter subscribers

    1 shared topic

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    Unplugged21K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 12 days ago

    [FREE Masterclass + FREE 10-Day Course] The exact model I used to build a six-figure Substack with AI & Automations on the side of my 9-5: Courses, Strategies, Tactics, AI Tools, Challenges, Community & 1:1 HELP to…

    Likely audience: Substack creators

    1 shared topic

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    HeyCreator20K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 10 days ago

    From recent posts: HeyCreator publishes strategy articles on email marketing, lead generation, and creator economy growth for business owners and content creators. The publication focuses on practical tactics for converting video content…

    Likely audience: Email marketers

    1 shared topic

  18. 18
    Women Of Illustration17K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 14 days ago

    Helping creatives get their art seen and paid a livable wage.

    Likely audience: Small business owners

    1 shared topic

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    Rádio Novelo17K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 10 days ago

    Receba grátis, toda segunda-feira, uma seleção de episódios dos podcasts produzidos pela Rádio Novelo para colocar na sua playlist. www.radionovelo.com.br

    Likely audience: podcast listeners

    1 shared topic

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    Escape the Cubicle17K subscribers

    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 9 days ago

    Regular insights & community support on how to "Escape the Cubicle" & build a freedom life by growing an audience on Substack and creating digital products. 💡

    Likely audience: Substack writers

    1 shared topic

  21. 21
    The Free Mind15K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 12 days ago

    Laura Dodsworth's substack for free minds. Focussing on culture, politics, critical thinking, media, gender, free speech and freethinking.

    Likely audience: Social commentators

    1 shared topic

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    Wander Wealth13K subscribers

    SubstackWeekly · last post 16 days ago

    The exact playbook I used to build a $5K+/mo newsletter in 12 months. Every Tuesday, I share actionable strategies to grow your subscribers, build your community, and create income that scales. You won't be doing it…

    Likely audience: Content creators

    1 shared topic

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    50 Not Finished10K subscribers

    SubstackDaily · last post 9 days ago

    Midlife isn't a crisis, it's a calling ~ join women near or over 50 as we focus on our legacy work using Human Design to amplify our voices on Substack.

    Likely audience: Content creators

    1 shared topic

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    SubstackSeveral times a week · last post 13 days ago

    Faith-led Sales Strategy: selling for business owners, sales pros, fundraisers, and leaders, who don't want to be internet famous. Substack as a Sales vehicle for REAL experts. ...From a former Fortune 500 SVP of Sales…

    Likely audience: entrepreneurs

    1 shared topic

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