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Ever wondered how a love for cute things and creative snacks can turn into a Facebook following of over 250,000 fans? Join us as Dawn of Cutefetti spills her secrets to building a viral brand, staying true to herself, and making social media success look downright adorable—even without a playbook!

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Let's talk about the importance of mental health awareness for bloggers and content creators. In this episode, I share my personal journey with anxiety, depression, and the unique mental health challenges that come with being a creative professional who works from home. Join me for this heartfelt conversation about breaking the stigma around mental health in the creator community.

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Want content for your blog, but don't have time to write it? This episode might help! Pulled from the archives, in this episode, I'm chatting with the king of motivation – Justin Popovic – all about using PLR in blogging.

PLR stands for private label rights, and it can help you take your blogging game to the next level. We jam on using it for creating courses, generating newsletter content, how to level up your current blog posts, and so much more.

I also included a clip from my personal bank of PLR content I have purchased or r...

Never met 90% of your clients? Making money in your yoga pants? Welcome to the surprisingly lucrative world of ghostblogging, where your words get famous while you stay behind the scenes.

Join me as I pull back the curtain on my writing career path. From landing your first client without a fancy website to pitching PR agencies when work dries up, discover the insider tips that helped me build a sustainable ghostblogging business working from anywhere in the world.

Learn how to showcase your writing skills, set clear expectations with clients, establish your pricing, and the...

Pulled from the archives and reposting for anyone looking to promote their blog for free. Forgive the old audio, as it was recorded before I had a podcasting mic and better editing software lol.

Does organic traffic feel elusive? If so, you need new tactics. That's why in this episode I'm sharing 10 ways to promote your blog for free!

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Welcome to part 2 of 101 ideas to make money from home! In this episode, we dove deep into personal care products, selling craft patterns, becoming a blogger, earning through affiliate marketing, and even making money on platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Patreon.

Here's 101 Ideas to Make Money From Home Part 1 in case you missed it!

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I'm so thrilled to present a highly requested episode: "101 Ideas to Make Money From Home Part 1."

Have you ever wondered how you can leverage your skills and resources to earn a living from the comfort of your home? This episode is packed with practical and diverse ways to turn that dream into a reality.

Join me as I break down 50 dynamic ideas to help you make money from home. From working as a remote data entry clerk and earning cash back on purchases, to investing in stocks and renting out your gadgets, this episode covers...

In this replay episode, Dan R Morris of Audience Industries discusses his BC Stack and why bloggers should participate in bundles to grow their blogging business. There are some killer truth bombs in this episode, and you will want to take notes if you're serious about making money as a blogger.

Get the BC Stack we talk about in the episode here: https://bloggingconcentrated.com/members/aff/go/morethanphotographs?i=98

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Dive deep into the world of content creation and tackle the question: Is blogging enough in 2024 and beyond? Tune in to gain valuable insights on how to level up your content strategy!

🎙️ Episode Highlights:

🔹 Embrace Multi-Format Content: Joe and I discuss the importance of diversifying your content. From blog posts to podcasts and videos, catering to various audience preferences is key to increasing visibility and engagement.

🔹 Integrate AI Thoughtfully: While AI can aid in ideation and summarization, Joe stresses maintaining the human touch in your content. Personal stories and experiences are irreplaceable and crucial for...

101 Ideas to Make Money From Home Part 1

🚀 Elevate Your Blog with a 30-Day Start-Up Action Plan for Affiliate Marketing! 🚀

Hello, Bloggy Friends!

In this special episode, we dive deep into a step-by-step guide designed to set your blog up for affiliate success.

🔍 Key Takeaways:

Welcome to another episode of Bloggy Friends. This episode was supposed to go live in June, but then life happened so I fell back on other episodes in the hopper, but now more than ever - since Google appears to be walking back some of their HCU issues that screwed small bloggers, I feel like this episode needs to be out there.

This one is UNEDITED so forgive any audio issues or misspoken words. It was just such a raw episode, I wanted to share it unfiltered because in this episode we dive deep into the Google...

A Deep Dive Into Affiliate Marketing Part 2

So you want to get started with affiliate marketing? You've come to the right place!

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Are you using AI the right way? Tune into this episode and find out!

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In this episode, I'm thrilled to speak with Kim Hendren. Kim is a creative entrepreneur, author of "Empire: A Step By Step Guide to Starting a Creative Business," and former leader of the successful cocktail mixer business, Mixology.

In this episode, we'll dive into Kim's journey from leading a networking group called Sophisticates to writing a powerful life guide and how today's technology can elevate our creative endeavors. Let's get started!

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Should you be promoting your blog in a virtual summit? Yep! Tune in and learn why.

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Are you ready to turn your blog into a thriving business? In this episode of the Bloggy Friends Show, we covered everything you need to know to make money from your blog. From understanding your motivations, laying the groundwork for monetization, to exploring different income streams, we've got you covered. And remember, it's all about staying motivated and celebrating every milestone along the way. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your blog to the next level, this episode will provide you with the clarity and actionable steps you need to move forward. Check out famousashleygrant.com...

In this episode, we took a peek behind the curtain into the power of using podcasts to create compelling blog posts with the help of CastMagic. Greg Wasserman, the head of growth, community, and partnerships for CastMagic, shared invaluable insights into leveraging AI tools to streamline content creation and maximize monetization. We explored the limitless potential of repurposing audio content into blog posts, social media scripts, and beyond. Whether you're a content creator or a business looking to expand your reach, this episode is a game-changer. Tune in to discover how AI can revolutionize your content strategy and propel...

Here's my new year blogging goals.

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Steve shares valuable insights into optimizing website content, improving readability, and increasing search engine rankings. We'll dive into the importance of keyword-focused subheads, effective headlines, and utilizing SEO tools to evaluate domain authority. Join us as we learn from Steve's expertise and discover how to write a blog that ranks. Let's get started!

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Let's talk about SOPs for Bloggers. What does that mean? Tune in and find out!

About our guest:

Nadja Williamson is the Lead Strategist of Network Titan Solutions, a consulting agency that helps small business owners supercharge their operations by designing a custom mission control solution for their business.

Nadj is a nerdy (recovering) people pleaser who is using her superpowers to help others capture the elusive work-life integration dream.

Though she grew up in the land down unda, she now calls Houston, Texas home with her equally nerdy husband, two...

I'm my own guest today for the first time in well over two years. I decided to share a solo riff on remote blogging, and working anywhere with WiFi because I know some people really want to know how I make money and can work from the road if I choose to.Do you like this kind of content? Should I do more solo episodes again just sharing my thoughts and expertise? Hit me up and tell me your thoughts! I'd love to know what you think! I'm on Facebook, Instagram and X (RIP Twitter!)

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Let's chat about Getting Media Attention for a Blog. It's easier than you might think!

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What does Mental Health have to do with Entrepreneurship? Tune in and find out!

Learn more about Stephanie and Pathways Counseling Services here: https://www.pathwayscounselingsvcs.com/

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Blogging for no reason. What does that mean? Tune in and find out!

Our guest Kate Volman is the CEO of Floyd Coaching. With over twenty years of experience in developing and leading life-changing programs for entrepreneurs and leaders, she has a passion for helping people grow. In addition to serving on the leadership team for multiple organizations throughout her career, she also used her entrepreneurial skills to start and run a boutique marketing firm.

Kate is a multi-passionate leader, fitness enthusiast, podcaster, and book lover.

She is the author of Do What...

Make money blogging by changing your mindset? Yep! That's what we're jammin on!

In this episode, I'm having a complete and total fan girl moment. 😍😍😍I've been a fan of the amazing Sandy Forster for YEARS! I have 2 print copies and one digital copy of her bestselling book How to Be Wildly Wealthy Fast, and I was so stoked to get the chance to interview her for an article on money mindset for entrepreneurs for Godaddy earlier this year. You can check out that article here. This episode features the full recording of that awesome interview, and I wanted...

In this episode, I'm chatting with Chris, one of the co-founders of InfluenceKit. But, what is it and how can it help bloggers? Tune in to find out!

And, if you're ready to get started and create your first report for free, head over to https://www.influencekit.com/

What's up my Bloggy Friends? Famous Ashley Grant here, and I'm thrilled to be bringing Ryan Brock of Demand Jump on the show. We're going to be chatting about how to make it easier to make money as a copywriter. We're also going to chat about AI chat GPT and how to position yourself to get hired despite all the bots that are taking over the world. Let's get into it.Ryan's Links:Get Ryan's Book Pillar-Based Marketing: A Data-Driven Methodology for SEO and Content That Actually Works (Affiliate Link - Thank you for supporting our show!)Ryan Brock on...

In this episode, I'm chatting with the king of motivation Justin Popovic all about using PLR in blogging.

PLR stands for private label rights, and it can help you take your blogging game to the next level. We jam on using it for creating courses, generating newsletter content, how to level up your current blog posts, and so much more.

I also included a clip from my personal bank of PLR content I have purchased or received for free from Tools for Motivation. If you're struggling to come up with content, this episode could inspire...

In this episode, I'm chatting with the amazing Nina from Terkel.io

If you have been listening to this podcast for a while, you know I was a huge advocate of HARO - aka Help a Reporter Out. Well, as of late I've become pretty frustrated with the amount of spam on the website and I went looking for an alternative.

Luckily, Isaac Mashman of Mashman Ventures and Brian Laffey turned me onto the new kid on the block - Terkel.io, a knowledge platform that creates community-driven content based on expert insights. Or as...

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Is it time for you to go pro as a blogger my bloggy friend? Perhaps! In this episode, I'm sharing my key indicators to look out for that will tell you when it's time to take the leap from hobby blogging to professional blogging.

Thanks for listening. May your page views be high, and your bounce rate be low!

You have more than a love for writing.

When you go from enjoying the act of writing to living it, breathing it, not being able to imagine a day without it...

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Welcome to the Bloggy Friends Show! Today, our guest is Amira Ifran. She is a business lawyer, seven-figure blogger, and coach who provide simple DIY legal templates to help business owners start and scale their businesses legally. With over ten years of legal experience, she started her side hustle, A Self Guru, a million-dollar company that teaches bloggers and entrepreneurs how to make money online and legally protect their businesses. Today, Amira shares how to get your blog legal and the necessary documents you need to have before launching your blog.

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In this replay episode, I'm chatting with Isaac Mashman about Guerrilla Marketing a Blog.

Isaac Mashman is the founder of Mashman Ventures, a public relations firm specializing in personal branding and is the host of Chase the Vision with Isaac Mashman podcast.

In less than 4 years Isaac took his personal brand from being digitally inexistent to where it is today. He has been featured on dozens of podcasts, in articles, and has worked with countless people from a variety of industries to help expand both their business and personal brands. ​

Isaac's intention behind bu...

It is so important to have boundaries in your freelance business. That's why I wanted to bring in Lauren Van Mullem. She and I have battle scars in the copywriting world together, and we're sharing some real talk about boundaries, and why if you don't have them you will start to hate your business FAST! This is a juicy one!

https://www.truerwordsbylauren.com/

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In this episode I'm jammin with Dawn Booth of Epic Events by Booth, Inc. We're talking about why wedding vendors need blogs.

https://epiceventsbybooth.com/

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We're talking all things relationships and building community as I chat with Monique AJ Smith of Chat in the Garden. https://www.blogtalkradio.com/chatinthegarden

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In this episode, I'm chatting with Maria Stefanopoulos of Ingenious Travel about all things travel blogging!

https://www.ingenioustravel.com/

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