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Today, we're going to talk about a common mistake that bloggers often make: depending on only one way to make money. Blogging can be unpredictable. Factors like changes in Google's algorithm, social media algorithms, your audience's interests, and your niche can have a significant impact on your revenue. Imagine putting all your eggs in one basket—what happens if that basket breaks? This is why it's important to have multiple ways of making money from your blog. Let's look at some promising ways: ➡️ Advertisements: It's okay to start with Google AdSense, but as your blog traffic grows, you should consider using premium networks like Mediavine. Mediavine also has something new called 'Journey.' It's an ad management solution for websites with at least 10,000 monthly sessions. ➡️ Affiliate Marketing: Promote products to your audience using special links. You earn a commission for each sale made through your link. This method doesn't require high traffic, just a targeted audience. I recommend trying impact.com. They are a top platform for managing partnerships and they pay on time. But not every product is suitable for every niche, so don't limit yourself to earning commissions. Start with what you're good at and grow from there. ➡️ Sponsored Posts: Get paid to write posts promoting a brand or product. Unlike affiliate marketing, you receive a flat fee rather than a commission. To start getting sponsored blog posts, create a page on your website where you invite pitches. Look for brands you're interested in collaborating with and propose ideas for sponsored posts to them. ➡️ Selling Digital Products: You can make and sell digital downloads, eBooks, or online courses. This way, you can use your knowledge and skills to generate income without actively working. Platforms such as Payhip are ideal for this purpose. 👉 You may be thinking, "None of these suggestions work for me." Well, this could indicate that your content is not engaging enough for readers. You need to offer them as much value and help as you can. If your content is just "meh" and your readers aren't getting what they need, you won't earn a single dollar. There is one simple trick you can use when researching your topic on Google. Just add "reddit" or "quora" to the end of your search query, and you'll find many things that people are actively searching for online. For example, if you're researching the best ways to organize a meeting, you could search "how to organize a meeting reddit" to see real-life experiences, advice, and tips from people who have already gone through the process. Use those findings to improve your content and make it more enjoyable and insightful for your audience. Cheers, Minosh. PS: If you don't have a blog yet, read this guide. ​ |
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