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Why Substack Has No Gurus: 6 Product Decisions That Killed Guru Culture by Design

Most platforms reward guru energy by design. Substack made six choices that prevent it.

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Key takeaways

  • Platform design choices
  • Anti-guru architecture
  • Intentional product decisions
  • Culture through constraints

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Why Substack Has No Gurus: 6 Product Decisions That Killed Guru Culture by Design
Most platforms reward guru energy by design. Substack made six choices that prevent it

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