Your blog name is important, but it’s not worth stressing over. Use these tips to understand how to name your blog – and then get on with creating that great content. The name you choose will be your new online home, so you want to make sure that you will be comfortable there for quite…
In my opinion, using your own name as your blog name is not a good idea. But lots of successful bloggers do it – so it is a matter of personal opinion. Let me tell you a little story. Last week I received an email from a private equity company. They have a client that…
Learn how to install the Genesis Framework for WordPress. The process is a bit different than a more traditional WordPress theme. The Genesis Framework is also referred to as a “parent” theme. You will need both the framework and what is known as a “child” theme that runs on Genesis. IMPORTANT! Read This Before You…
With so many free WordPress themes out there – why should you choose the Genesis Framework for WordPress? Personally I have been using this framework for almost as long as I have been blogging for the many reasons. I know that when you first start a blog, your budget is tight. You are already paying…
Learn how to change permalinks in WordPress on a brand new blog. As a blogger, it is important that you make it easy for people and search engines to find your stuff. That is why your permalink structure in WordPress needs to be correct. A Word of Warning: DO NOT change your permalink structure in…
I firmly believe that you should get the best hosting that you can afford, especially if your blog is your business. I use BigScoots hosting and couldn’t be happier. BigScoots offers a variety of WordPress hosting plans to fit every budget and great customer service – which is key. Also, you can easily move to…
Do you want to start a blog using WordPress? Today I will take you behind the scenes and show you a few of the things that I did to set up this site. Every WordPress blog will obviously be customized a little differently, but I think it is helpful to see what other people do….
If your goal is to make money blogging – then you probably want to know what to blog about to make it happen. Popular Topics for Blogs I am sure you have seen many blogs on the following topics: travel fashion finances food and recipes home decor DIY and crafts automobiles, and more All of…
Would you like to join the Ultimate Bundles Affiliate Program? It’s a great way to make money from your blog. If you don’t know what Ultimate Bundles is – read on. Otherwise click the button below to apply to become an affiliate. What Are Ultimate Bundles? Before I get into the details of the affiliate…
If you are new to blogging, you are probably wondering about self hosted WordPress vs. WordPress.com and how they are different. Though they are commonly confused, there is a big difference that is important to understand. Let me tell you a story. Recently, two different people that I know started blogs on self hosted WordPress….
Here is a list of blogging tools and blog resources that I use to power this site and my business. When it comes to blogging, there are tons of choices of products and services that you can use to manage just about everything. It can be overwhelming. So, I thought it might be helpful to…
Use this Affiliate Program Directory to find new affiliate programs to partner with for your blog. Affiliate marketing is one of the many ways that bloggers make money. You can offer your readers value by connecting them with products and services that fit with the topic that you blog about. I compiled this Affiliate Program…
Do bloggers make money? Yes they do. But they don’t get a traditional paycheck. A blogger will receive income from a lot of different sources. This is typically how they do it. 5 Income Sources for Bloggers When you are an independent blogger you don’t have an employer. Rather you are the boss of your…
You might think that bloggers have a bottomless bucket of blog post ideas – but they don’t. Writers block is real. So, if you are stuck trying to figure out what to write about – try poking around in these 5 places for some fresh content ideas. I think we can agree that staring at a blinking…
One question that entrepreneurs often ask me is “Why do I need a website in the first place?” If you are relying on social media alone for your online presence – you are making a big mistake. This is why. If your audience on Facebook, LinkedIn, or Instagram is super engaged with your content, you…
Here is the unboxing video of my second Erin Condren Black Friday Haul. The sale was so good this year that I decided to buy a lot of the things on my wishlist. So, between Black Friday and the more recent Holiday Sale – if it seems like I’m posting unboxing videos, like – every…
Most businesses have a website – and they think that is enough. So, why have a blog, too? Well, if you don’t have a blog – you are missing out on one of the easiest ways to grow your business. This is how you can use a blog to level up. Most entrepreneurs agree that every…
If you are a new blogger with lots ideas for blog topics floating through your head, choosing just one is probably the hardest things that you will do. Here are some ideas on how to find your blogging niche. I’m pretty jealous of people that have an existing business – because they already know their…
Hi there! I just picked up an Erin Condren Planner Tote (and a Planner Bag, too!) – and I love it. But now that I own one, I have some ideas for you about picking a strap. What is the Erin Condren Planner Tote? If you are not familiar – the Erin Condren Planner Tote…
It’s always exciting to get an Erin Condren Haul – but the ones from Black Friday are extra fun because I tend to splurge a bit with the discount. Here is my unboxing. Watch the Unboxing What My Erin Condren Black Friday Haul Included I actually put in two orders during the Erin Condren Black…
