Feb 20Member-onlyThe Instagram Marketing and Sales Academy: ReviewIs this the best Instagram course online? — You have a blog or online business, but you’re struggling to grow your audience and make money. Now may be the time to enroll in a course like The Instagram Marketing and Sales Academy. I started the course in 2021, and it still helps me to review the lessons. Be…Instagram9 min readInstagram9 min read
Feb 3Member-onlyAI Writing Tools: What Business Owners Need to KnowImagine having a blog on your website that brings you new leads every week. So you compare the top AI writing tools and buy one. You publish a few AI-written posts but get no results. Quite frankly, I wouldn’t be surprised by those results (or lack thereof). …AI8 min readAI8 min read
Dec 28, 2022Member-onlyIs Blogging a Good Side Hustle? 10+ Pros and ConsIf you’re looking to make extra cash from home, you may wonder if blogging is a good side hustle. Blogging can be a great choice for some people but not everyone. Consider the pros and cons of starting a blog with the intention of making money. …Blogging10 min readBlogging10 min read
Dec 18, 2022Member-onlyHow to Find Affiliate Links and Programs to PromoteDo you want to monetize your blog? You should consider how to find affiliate links and programs that you can share within your content. Regardless of your niche, you can find at least a few affiliate programs. …Affiliate Marketing6 min readAffiliate Marketing6 min read
Nov 20, 2022Member-onlyWhy I’m Quitting Instagram and What I’m Doing InsteadIt’s more than the algorithm. — I’ve used Instagram on and off for my blog for a few years. But lately, I haven’t been excited to open the app or create content for the platform. Instagram continues to push Reels. And I may be in the minority, but I don’t like making or consuming short-form videos. …Instagram5 min readInstagram5 min read
Nov 19, 2022Member-onlyHow Much Does It Cost to Start a Blog? Your GuideHow much does it cost to start a blog? If you want to give blogging a try, you may want to know how much money you’ll be on the hook for. For better or worse, there’s no single answer. You can start a blog for as little as $0 or…Blogging7 min readBlogging7 min read
Nov 9, 2022Member-onlyWordPress vs. Blogger: A ComparisonWhich blogging platform is better for you? — If you’re looking to start a blog, you need to select the right platform. That’s why it’s important to compare WordPress vs. Blogger. I’ve used both platforms in the past, but I only use WordPress now. …Blogging7 min readBlogging7 min read
Nov 5, 2022Member-onlyWordPress.com vs. WordPress.org for BloggersAre you getting ready to start a WordPress blog? You should consider WordPress.com vs. WordPress.org. They’re two versions of the same software. But they’re also very different. Before we get into the differences, this post contains affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy to learn more. What Is WordPress.com? WordPress.com is a blogging…WordPress6 min readWordPress6 min read
Oct 29, 2022Member-onlyDon’t Buy (or Sell) SEO CoursesThey may not sound like a scam, but they’re definitely close. — I follow quite a few other creators, both in the marketing space and in the music space (I’m a musician). Recently, I saw one creator start selling a workshop on SEO. Now, I get wanting to make money from something you know about. But when it comes to SEO, I…Online Courses2 min readOnline Courses2 min read
Oct 4, 2022Member-only3 Risks of Relying on Freelance ClientsAnd how you can mitigate that risk. — I’ve been a freelance writer for about four years now. While it’s mostly been great, there have been times when it’s not so great. Like in 2019, when my main client suddenly couldn’t pay me. Or more recently, when my clients haven’t had much work at all. Sure, I could…Freelancing3 min readFreelancing3 min read
