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The 20 Best Gifts for Bloggers (That They’ll Actually Love!)
These gifts for bloggers are perfect whether you’re shopping for the holidays, birthdays, or even a special “just because” present. Bloggers are notorious for working hard and hustling to grow their sites. Each of these gifts will help them to either continue to grow their business, help with work/life balance, or just make them smile. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, including Amazon affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. 1. Blogging and Business Books Books in the blogging field can become outdated somewhat quickly, but there are several books that have concepts which apply timelessly. Plus, any book on entrepreneurship, sales, or business are…
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Why Your Organic Search Traffic is Dropping – And How to Fix It!
When you see your organic search traffic start to decline in Google Analytics, it can be tough to figure out what’s going on. You might wonder if you were hit with a Google algorithm update, or if people just aren’t as interested in your topic. Learn how to tease out what’s going on with your site and how to start to recover when your organic traffic drops. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links; as an affiliate I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. Reasons for Traffic Drops Outside Your Control First off, let’s chat about what could make your organic search traffic fall. There are a few natural reasons that…
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15+ Blogging Networks to Earn Money on Sponsored Posts
If you’re a blogger looking to start doing more sponsored posts, you may want to check out the different blogging networks. These websites offer a place to apply for sponsored post opportunities in an easy way. While you may only secure a few of the many opportunities you apply for, it can be a great way to get your foot in the door with sponsored content. What is a blogging network? A blogging network acts as a middleman of sorts – they help brands manage sponsored post opportunities. The network is usually responsible for handling the application processes, initial (and sometimes final) influencer selection, and ensuring those working on the…
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25 Free Courses + Certifications for Wellness Bloggers During COVID-19
With the coronavirus pandemic continuing to keep many of us at home, it’s only natural to start to go a bit stir-crazy. Couple that with decreasing ad revenue and fewer sponsored blog opportunities that many bloggers are experiencing, and you may find yourself wondering how to best take advantage of these strange times. One idea to consider? Trying out one of the numerous online courses and certifications that are free for a limited time right now! I’ve rounded up everything I could personally find, but if you know of other free courses or certifications, feel free to post a comment or shoot me an email so I can add them…
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Attention Bloggers: What to Do When Everything Feels Like It’s Going Wrong
Just about every post that I write these days (for any of my four websites) is SEO-driven, or at least something I think will do well on social. This post is not one that fits either of those criteria, but one that my heart feels called to write. Because in at least some point in your blogging career, everything will feel like it’s going wrong. You’ll feel like you’re putting a ton of effort in, and something (or odds are, multiple things) just continues to fail. And that is a very hard place to be in. I’m just here to tell you – I understand. I’ve been there in the…
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The Ultimate Guide to Sponsored Blog Posts
Have you been in the blogging game for a while, but are looking to develop more brand partnerships? Or maybe you’re brand new to this field, and are thinking about lining up your first collaboration? Either way, the resources below will help you navigate through all you need to know when it comes to securing and writing sponsored blog posts. What is a sponsored blog post? A sponsored blog post is when a brand pays you to feature their product or service in a blog post. Unlike affiliate marketing – where you earn a fee based on sales – sponsored content is generally paid as a flat fee. For example,…
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Blog Planning 101: How to Easily Plan Tons of Post Ideas That Drive Traffic
Whether you’re new to the blogging world or have been doing this for a few years, I’d venture to say all of us struggle with blog planning from time to time. You’ve probably got a million things on your mind with that endless to-do list on repeat; overwhelming thoughts robbing you from being productive in your business. Yep, this was me too. That is – until I got organized and found a system that helps me to actually plan my blog posts and be intentional, rather than flying by the seat of my pants! Not only does it save me stress when it comes time to write posts, but it…
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Trello vs. Asana – Which is Best for Bloggers?
Have you ever started a blog project and it quickly gets overwhelming? Or maybe you are having trouble organizing all aspects of running your blog? I think everyone could answer yes to this question at some point in their journey, and that’s where a project management platform can really help. Today, let’s compare two of the most popular options out there – Trello vs. Asana. Why bother with a project management platform? If you’re working solo right now, it may unnecessary to use any project management platforms. I mean, it seems like that stuff is for the big boys in corporate America, right?! But think about it – wouldn’t it…
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125+ Awesome Fitness Blog Post Ideas (Cure Your Writers Block!)
Building a wellness or fitness blog offers a win-win business model – you’re able to genuinely help people become healthier, and it can also be a huge moneymaker for you. There are so many fitness blog post ideas that you can write about and monetize! Everyday, more and more people (many who may not have been previously interested in lifestyle changes) are now starting to search for ways to increase exercise, eat better, and educate themselves about the benefits of natural care products. All of these offer opportunities for helpful, informative, and motivating posts. Of course, no matter how much you love blogging, you’re bound to experience writers block at…
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KeySearch Review: How to Get More Blog Traffic with Keyword Research!
Want to see real, sustainable, increased blog traffic? Learn all about why you need to focus on SEO – and how KeySearch will help you! (This KeySearch review is up to date for 2019, and I’ll be updating it periodically with any new features that roll out.) Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. As an affiliate, I earn a commission on qualifying purchases. It does not change your user experience in anyway. The Mistake Most Bloggers Make with SEO If you’ve been around the blog-o-sphere for a bit of time, you’ve probably stumbled across people talking about SEO – search engine optimization. And if you’re anything like me, you probably…
