Improve Your Blog and Earn More Cash
Hey there! Have you ever started a blog, looked at your revenue from high traffic days, and just had to laugh because it barely hits a buck? Believe me, I’ve been there too. Back in the day, I relied on Google AdSense and I was proud of it.
But times have changed. Now, AdSense is at the bottom of the list for ways to earn money online. But don’t worry! There are better options out there, with promising potential for beginners and great chances for those who are well-established.
Want to take your blog to the next level and earn more cash doing it? I bet you do!
What Made the Difference for Me
What changed the game for me was shifting away from the “advertising mindset.” I started to look for money-making opportunities that were integrated into the whole blogging experience or were based on delivering a unique offer, once I stopped relying on ads.
Here’s what worked for me:
1. I took a free affiliate marketing course. This helped me grasp how to promote products relevant to my blog’s niche and earn from them. I updated older posts with affiliate links. Voilà! Such a smart move.
2. I started offering web-related services (like blog setup, content creation, social media assistance) since it was something I was already doing for myself. This worked wonders because my audience knew I knew what I was doing.
3. I brought my services and product suggestions to local businesses, which often lacked an online presence. This meant easy sales, and regular income once they realized the potential of online business.
From then, I realized that a blog is a platform that can attract an audience, promote an offer, and earn while providing valuable information. Win-win, right?
Three Ways to Make Money (Start Today!)
It’s great to know how to make money, but it’s even better to have a step-by-step guide.
Strategy #1: Write an eBook
1. Choose a topic you know inside out.
2. Scout your competitors, and plan your masterpiece.
3. Write or transcribe from audio.
4. Sell it on your blog and platforms like the Kindle store.
Strategy #2: Run a Niche Website
1. Plan your steps for building the site.
2. Research about a specific niche.
3. Develop the site and fill it with content.
4. Build links and aim for high search engine ranking.
5. Sell it on platforms like Flippa.
Strategy #3: Use the Rank & Rent Approach
1. Repeat Strategy #2, but for local businesses (like dry cleaners).
2. Get local businesses to sponsor you.
3. Add new features and get them to pay monthly for retaining the site.
These are simple overviews, but the strategies are pretty solid. Not convinced? Give them a go and let’s talk when the money starts flowing in.
Let’s Wrap It Up
Before I began blogging for real, I was skeptical of the whole “make money online” concept. But the truth is, it’s just shifts your usual freelance business onto a digital platform. You’re still making incredible products, delivering fantastic services, or providing top-notch information. The only difference is you are connecting with people who are willing to pay, online. That’s all.
Sure, there are extra steps, but once you master the basics, every project you launch has huge money-making potential. So why wait? Get started, and spread the word!
Don’t forget to save and share these insights with your friends and fellow bloggers. Happy blogging!