Get UNSTUCK by Pat Flynn
Starting and growing a business can be hard, and sometimes you might feel stuck. Our weekly newsletter, Unstuck, gets delivered to over 100,000 people each week to help them get unstuck. We'd love to help you, too.
The content strategy that generates 100K subscribers (per video!)
Issue #180 | February 3rd, 2026 Presented by HighLevel Hey there, I know I've been talking a lot about short-form video lately (and if you're crushing it in the 30-Day Video Challenge, keep going — you're doing amazing! So many of you are already seeing real results!). But I didn't want to leave my long-form creators hanging. This one's for all you podcasters and YouTube creators who prefer the deep dive over the quick hit. Every industry has its predictable patterns. When Apple releases a...
The 2-metric rule that changed everything
Issue # 179 | January 27th, 2026 Presented by Vubli Hi, it's Pat! I was scrolling through my YouTube analytics yesterday, and I got lost for 20 minutes looking at everything: watch time, click-through rates, subscriber conversion rates, audience retention graphs, traffic sources, countries of origin, and about fifteen other metrics. Then I caught myself. I was doing the exact thing I tell people not to do: getting overwhelmed by data instead of focusing on what actually moves the needle....
The 2M subscriber secret nobody talks about
Issue #178 | January 20th, 2026 Presented by Google AdSense Hi, it's Pat! I have some incredible news to share: my Pokémon YouTube channel, Deep Pocket Monster, just crossed 2 million subscribers! 🎉 But here's what’s surprising… This milestone wasn't achieved by being perfect, polished, or having everything go according to plan. In fact, it was quite the opposite. The videos that perform best on my channel are the ones where I fail spectacularly. They’re the moments when I don’t complete the...
The secret to standing out: Mastering the hook
Issue # 177 | January 13th, 2026 Hey there, We’re officially rolling with the 30-Day Video Challenge, and if you’ve already posted your first one or two videos, you’ve probably realized this: the hardest part isn’t hitting record, it’s getting people to actually watch. That’s where the hook comes in. It’s the single most important thing you can master that could mean the difference between zero views and millions. Let’s get unstuck. Quote of the Week "You only get one chance to make a first...
Don’t let 2026 be another year of half-finished projects
Issue # 176 | January 6th, 2026 Presented by HighLevel Hey there, Welcome to the very first Unstuck newsletter of 2026! If you’re like me, you’re probably feeling that fresh-start energy, ready to make this year different. But let’s be real: every January, we all make commitments, both big and small. And somewhere along the way, life (and the world) throws distractions at us. 2025 was full of surprises — new tech, new trends, new “must-try” opportunities. Looking back, I bet you can spot a...
Why most New Year’s goals fail (and how to make 2026 different)
Issue # 175 | December 30th, 2025 Presented by Lettuce Hey there, It’s December 30th, and you can feel the energy everywhere — new year, new goals, new you. But let’s be honest: most people who set resolutions or big goals right now won’t stick with them for long. Let’s get unstuck. Story of the Week The Hard Truth About New Year’s Resolutions Here’s a stat that might surprise you (or maybe not): according to research from the University of Scranton, about 80% of people who set New Year’s...
A simple thank you (and a holiday challenge)
Issue # 173 | December 23rd, 2025 Hey there, Before I sign off for the year and spend some much-needed time with my family, I just want to say thank you. Thank you for being here, for reading these emails, for sharing your journey, and for letting me be a small part of your story. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or just enjoy the quiet of winter, I hope you have a restful, happy, and safe holiday season. Let’s get unstuck. Quote of the Week "Feeling gratitude and not...
When you’re stuck (literally): What does this make possible?
Issue #173 | December 16th, 2025 Presented by Delve Hey there, I’m writing this from an airport terminal, where I’ve just been asked to deplane for the second time — first for a mechanical issue, then for a pilot issue. The guy in front of me is losing it, swearing, complaining, and making sure everyone knows how upset he is. I get it. It’s frustrating. But here’s the thing: no amount of complaining is going to get us in the air any faster. We’re stuck here, and there’s nothing we can do...
Why I’m worried about our dependence on AI
Issue # 172 | December 9th, 2025 Hi, it's Pat! I read an article this week that stopped me in my tracks. It talked about how more and more people are outsourcing not just their work, but their actual thinking — to AI. Not just for research or brainstorming, but for things like: How to have a basic conversation What to say in a meeting How to make everyday decisions It made me pause and ask myself: Are we using AI as a tool, or are we letting it become a crutch? Let’s get unstuck. Quote of the...
When I went against my own advice (and what happened next)
Issue # 171 | December 2nd, 2025 Presented by HighLevel Hey there, If you’ve followed me for a while, you know I’ve always been a big believer in long-form content. For years, I told everyone (including myself) that the best way to build a loyal audience was through podcasts, blogs, and YouTube videos that go deep. But here’s the thing: I was wrong. Or at least, I was missing something big. Let’s get unstuck. Sponsored by HighLevel Tired of juggling endless tools and still feeling behind?...
Starting and growing a business can be hard, and sometimes you might feel stuck. Our weekly newsletter, Unstuck, gets delivered to over 100,000 people each week to help them get unstuck. We'd love to help you, too.