The human voice spans about 3 to 4 octaves.
Every song you’ve ever heard is confined to that limited range. A to G. Same set of possibilities. That’s all we get.
And yet, musicians keep writing. They don’t say: “Well, every melody must already exist. Guess there’s no space for mine.”
The same is true for creators.
Yes, there are already courses, newsletters, podcasts, ebooks, downloads, associations, and communities on every topic under the sun.
But you haven’t made one yet. Your variation, one that makes something familiar feel brand new.
So if you’re holding back on a product idea because “someone already did it,” remember:
Music hasn’t run out of songs.
And the creator economy hasn’t run out of room for you.
Author: Kim Coleman
I'm Kim Coleman, Co-founder of Stranger Studios, where I’m deeply involved in every part of the business—from product development and team management to marketing, support, and strategy. I oversee frontend development for our flagship product, Paid Memberships Pro, including the core open-source plugin and more than 75 Add Ons, with a focus on quality, usability, and member experience.
I help shape and grow the products and services we offer, from new plugin development and hosting solutions to personalized support and strategic guidance. Stranger Studios is expanding beyond software—we're investing in community growth, thought leadership, and open content to support membership-focused businesses at every stage.
Today, our team supports creators and businesses across a range of industries, including associations and nonprofits, course and coaching platforms, online communities, blogs and publications, video and podcast producers, directories, and paid newsletters.
