For freelancers and solopreneurs, subscribing to the right marketing newsletters is the fastest way to discover new strategies and stay ahead of your competitors.

But even if every newsletter on the internet shared incredible content, you still wouldn’t have time for all of them.

So you have to choose your sources wisely.

I thought it might be helpful to make a list of my personal favourites. You can take a look through them below.

1. The Daily Carnage

Curated by the team at Carney, this daily newsletter is the love-child of marketing news and pop culture. Think actionable tips, quirky humor, and campaigns so good you’ll wonder, “Why didn’t I think of that?”

It’s perfect for marketing professionals who want their morning dose of creativity while sipping on coffee at the office.

2. Marketing Examples

Why reinvent the wheel? Harry Dry serves up real-life marketing examples and quick breakdowns you can steal (ethically) for your next campaign.

From digital products to clever email campaigns, it’s a treasure trove of ideas for anyone in the business world.

3. MarketingLetter

Join 25,000 marketers getting bite-sized wisdom from Julian Shapiro. Learn growth hacks and no-BS strategies without slogging through a 12-hour webinar.

MarketingLetter also shares net worth and revenue updates if you’re interested in peeking behind the scenes.

4. Detailed

This isn’t your average SEO newsletter. Glen Allsopp deep dives into what works (and what doesn’t), with case studies that’ll up your ranking game.

Detailed is a blog worth bookmarking for anyone who enjoys diving to the bottom of the SEO rabbit hole.

5. Startup Spells

If startups were magic, this newsletter would be your spellbook. Tools, strategies, and secret sauces for building something from nothing.

Startup founders and entrepreneurs alike will appreciate its focus on business strategy and actionable advice.

6. Swipe File

A treasure chest of the best marketing ideas. Copywriting gems, design inspiration, and creative sparks that make your campaigns pop.

Whether you’re a blog writer looking for fresh content creation ideas or a subscriber hungry for valuable insights, this one delivers.

7. MarTech Daily

Love tech and marketing? This daily roundup connects the dots between platforms, trends, and what’s next in martech.

Geek out responsibly and discover newsletter platforms, digital newsletter systems, and marketing tools for your campaigns.

8. The Saturday Solopreneur

Running the show solo? Then Justin Welsh’s newsletter is your weekend partner-in-crime, with tools and systems to grow your business without losing your sanity.

From subscription models to writing processes, Justin is all about making the entrepreneurial journey a little smoother. He also offers on-demand products to kickstart your content creation and LinkedIn management.

9. The 3-2-1 Newsletter

From James Clear, the guy who literally wrote the book on habits. Get weekly reminders to stop procrastinating and start winning—one small step at a time.

Every Thursday, James sends out an email that includes 3 of his ideas, 2 quotes from others, and a question for you to ponder.

10. The Hustle

Business and tech news, but make it snarky. Short, sharp, and entertaining enough that you’ll actually read it.

Plus, its take on current business stories and business leaders keeps you informed without the fluff.

11. Contrarian Thinking

Codie Sanchez wants you to think differently. Explore oddball investments, bold business moves, and ways to build wealth your accountant wouldn’t approve of.

Contrarian Thinking is perfect for anyone tired of the fast-paced world of conventional advice.

12. The Curiosity Chronicle

Sahil Bloom sends you down rabbit holes worth exploring, with thought-provoking ideas that leave you smarter—and a little more curious—each week.

It’s an incredible newsletter for entrepreneurs with a hunger for knowledge.

13. The Koe Letter

Dan Koe’s guide to living and working on your own terms. Digital entrepreneurship, mindset hacks, and everything you need to build a life you love.

When you sign up, you’ll also get his Simple Life Reset planner for free.

14. Marketing Brew

Marketing news made fun. Part of the Morning Brew family, this is where marketers go for quick, smart takes on trends that matter.

It’s like Business Weekly, but snappier and full of humour.

15. Ben Settle

While Ben’s approach to marketing may not be a good fit for a lot of businesses, his storytelling abilities are phenomenal. You’ll struggle to find a copywriter who introduces and transitions between ideas so smoothly.

Plus, he undeniably has style. Just look at his beautiful website.

That’s all folks. Happy reading.