The real truth about email publishing...

I would like to present a few questions to our fellow newsletter/ezine publishers.
I especially would like to hear from those who have enjoyed some success from their efforts.

But, this request comes with a twist however...

**I ask that you do not reveal your identity.**

It is often difficult to trust the words and advice of others who are trying to sell
you something (as are most of us here). If those who are in a position to answer these
questions, do so honestly, we will all benefit.

Please, if you answer:

I ask that you provide no links to your site, no plugs, and no graphics of silly
e-book covers and the like. And, please, no names (unless it's a service you recommend
that is not yours). Remember, you are on your honor.

Thank you for your unselfishness, and for your generosity of time and wisdom.
Your reward will come later. ;)

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Please answer as many of the following as possible.
To make it easier for future readers, please copy and paste the
following questions with your reply:
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1 - How many subscribers do you currently have?

2 - How often do you publish? (ex: 1/week, 1/month, daily, etc.)

3 - What are your reader demographics? (ex: age, m/f, location, etc.)

4 - What is your newsletter topic? (ex: golfers, entrepreneurs, etc.)

5 - How long have you been publishing this newsletter?

6 - On average, how many new subscribers do you receive per day?

7 - On average, how may subscribers opt-out after each mailing?

8 - What is the best way you have found to steadily increase your subscriber base?

9 - Have you ever purchased opt-in email addresses?

If so, can you recommend a reputable company?

10 - What is the most you would be willing to pay per subscriber,

if you were to purchase opt-in email addresses?

11 - What is your newsletter's net profit per mailing?

12 - How long did it take before your newsletter became profitable?

13 - What are your main sources of revenue for your list?

14 - What are your CPM rates, if you use this method?

15 - Do you publish in text, HTML, or both?

16 - How much time in wo/man hours is spent preparing each issue?

17 - Do you use a 3rd party to host your list?

If you recommend them, please provide the company name here:

18 - Can you recommend any products or services that greatly help you

publish, grow, and maintain your list?

19 - What would you tell a friend that was just getting started?

20 - Please add any additional comments that may be useful to other publishers.

Thank You!