Welcome to my Substack

I’m excited (and a little nervous) to finally hit publish on my first post.

I started this space to help people (especially regular, non-technical folks) understand Bitcoin in a clear, grounded way. My new book, Getting Off Zero: A Beginner’s Sprint into Bitcoin, is the first step in that mission.

My Bitcoin journey started in 2017, but it’s not what you think… I didn’t buy a ton of bitcoin and HODL my way to being a Bitcoin multi-millionaire. I did what most people did… I bought some, sold some, and messed around with shitcoins. I didn’t gain true conviction until 2023, after a failed attempt at starting a business that raised capital for real estate investments. Real estate seemed like my way out the rat race, but I discovered that it wasn’t the answer I was actually searching for.

When I got started, I was just like most people. Curious about Bitcoin but overwhelmed by the noise, jargon, and scams. I didn’t know who to trust or where to start.

Over time, I realized the hardest part for most people isn’t understanding Bitcoin, it’s getting over the fear of getting started. That’s what Getting Off Zero is about: helping you take that first step with confidence.

This Substack will go deeper than the book. I’ll share simple breakdowns, real-world stories, and practical guides for building conviction in Bitcoin, without hype or too technical jargon.

Whether you already own some bitcoin or you’re still on the sidelines, this newsletter will help you move from confusion to clarity.

If that sounds like something you’d enjoy, hit subscribe, it’s free. You’ll get updates, insights, and tools to help you understand and navigate Bitcoin the right way.

Thanks for being here at the very beginning.

I hope to build consistency with substack, but bare with me as I get the book through editing, formatting, and launched!

- B!t Doug