Following up on my ‘How to Start a Blog’ three part series, it’s now time to talk about how you can take your blog to the next level! There are many resources and tips available from ShareASale about maintaining your blog, but I want to discuss three main components that can help you grow your […]
How to Start a Blog: Part 2 – Get Web Hosting
Welcome back to the ‘How to Start a Blog’ three part series! If you’ve already bought your domain, congrats! The next task to check off your list for starting a blog is purchasing web hosting. Get Web Hosting You have your domain name settled and purchased, now you’re ready to move on to the next […]
How to Start a Blog: Part 1 – Pick a Domain Name
There are numerous reasons as to why people start blogging. Maybe they want to be able to share their story with others in similar situations. Perhaps they want to use blogging as an outlet to earn extra income or maybe they simply enjoy writing! Whatever the reason may be, there are many benefits to blogging […]
10 Ways To Conquer Writer’s Block
Coming up with quality content day after day, week after week, can be a daunting task – even for the most prolific writer. If you are the sole operator of a website or blog, chances are you’ve hit a road block when trying to come up with a new topic or content theme. As deadlines […]
Top 10 Reasons to Start Your Own Blog
There is more to blogging than meets the eye. Although each person begins blogging for a different reason, having a blog provides a variety of benefits. Take a look at our list of different reasons that a person should begin blogging! 1. Enhance Writing Skills Blogging requires a person to write and write often! As […]
Perform a SWOT Analysis of Your Blog
I rediscovered my enthusiasm for the SWOT Analysis this past year. It’s four simple squares that can really make different in the way you look at your blog (or business, project, etc). Why? Because it helps you focus your efforts! Instead of constantly chasing down the next big thing, you are strongly focused on the […]
5 Ways to Post Affiliate Links without Overwhelming Readers
You’ve been blogging for a little over a year, have produced a library of wonderful content and are finally ready to monetize. But, you have a few concerns. Will adding affiliate links ruin the integrity of my content? (Or – I don’t want my site to be full of flashing, blinking, obnoxious ads!!) Don’t panic. My […]
#HowTo – How To Negotiate A Better Commission Rate as an Affiliate
Bloggers and Affiliate Marketers, both those who are experienced and brand new to the industry, should always have a plan to maximize their commissions from retailers. As earnings are almost always tied directly to pure commission relationships, I’ve put together a list of 3 tips to negotiate better (higher) commission rates with retailers. When […]
#HowTo – How to Value your Blog for Sponsored Posts
Bloggers are in high demand in the Affiliate Marketing space. Read that part again. As Retailers look to create high value, high impact relationships – they are looking more closely than ever at bloggers who are delivering high quality content every day. What that means is… you are in more control than you think. A lot […]
#Q4Prep – 10 Types of Posts Every Blogger Needs to Have Ready for Q4
Attention all bloggers! Are you looking for a little inspiration to kickoff your Q4 Blog Extravaganza? Checkout the 10 types of post you should start writing today. 1. The Holiday Card Post According the the Greeting Card Association, Americans purchase approximately 6.5 billion grettings cards each year – with Christmas, Halloween and Thanksgiving being a […]