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Hi Ladies!
It’s me, Tiffany, here to chat with you about a question I get all the time:
How do I make some money with my blog???
This is the question of the ages.
Ad, affiliates, links etc.- all are ways to bring some extra change.
Ads- these are “buttons” in your side bar that link to a site. Usually, you ask a monthly fee. To base what your ad rates should be, check out blogs similar to yours in traffic and just ask. Sharing information makes us all more savvy- don’t be afraid to share!
Affiliates- theses are “ads” that only pay when someone clicks though and purchases something- but, that one or two purchases a month can make it worthwhile. Amazon.com has a popular affiliate program. Smaller businesses offer affiliate programs as well- I think its a great idea to support other “women-based” businesses with some blog space, that supports them and earns you some cash as well! If selling items on your blog is of interest, be sure to check out www.openskyproject.com
Google Ads- I am not a fan, but a lot of other people use them {we signed up, got to $200 and then they shut us down.} They pay you per click.
Text links- these can be a great way to earn some pocket change. If you get an email asking you to “exchange” text links, feel free to respond with a price- you never know until you ask! Text links are often sold in 3, 6 or 12 month runs.
Have your info ready. When you are contacted by a PR firm, have a “kit” or “deck” ready to go. A simple document that states some info about your blog, reader demographic, etc. and prices to advertise. A company asking for a review, can be responded to with a kit- you never who will be interested!
Blogher, Juice Box Jungle, Buzz Ads,- these are all companies you can sign up with to host their ads. While you can make a bit of dough, beware, as they can be restrictive in your content- make sure you understand their expectations and restrictions.
While your blog may not rake in the big bucks, it can certainly be used as a “resume” or stepping stone for bigger, more lucrative projects.
In fact, I know a few women who have either gained a career or promotion because of their blog.
Does your company have a social media consultant? A blogger? If not, encourage them to join in the conversation and promote you to lead the way! Really. It happens all the time.
The truth is, that 99% of us won’t get rich off blogging.
And that is okay.
Blogging should be about connecting.
About writing.
About sharing.
I wrote a little something in 2009, “Blogging for Dollars“, some of you may find it’s perspective interesting and a bit liberating.
Keep it fresh.
Keep it interesting.
And, most importantly- Keep it Real.
Now, leave a comment with a link to your favorite post {from your blog} and then go comment on the person ahead of you!
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Thanks for sharing this info! I was wondering how this all worked.
My last post was:
http://www.westcoastmama.ca/2010/07/08/hot-in-the-summer/
Thanks for this wonderful insight ! I like my blog to reflect who i really am. This is the main reason i enjoy “blogging”. If it isn’t real, i could be making money being a story-writer!
Great post, thanks for sharing. All words I needed to hear.
this was very insiteful…. i wish i could get paid for blogging i would blog all day long…none the less… i still love doing it…
http://hopelesslycrushingonyou.wordpress.com/2010/06/30/i-blogged-in-your-zone-do-you-validate/
Stopping in a few days late, thanks for the advice!
.-= Anna´s last post: Why you deserve a vacation =-.
Yeah… when I first started I thought it would be great to make some extra money. But now several years later I am much happier with the real friends I have made through blogging and being able to take my kids to such fun “special” events that come my way through blogging.
.-= OCMomActivities -Katie´s last post: Kids Restaurant Week – Amazing Deals at The Melting Pot in San Clemente- =-.
this is a great post. I kinda gave up on the whole blogging for money thing though. It was killing my blogging mojo and I wasn’t making enough to even bother.
.-= Jenny´s last post: I’m an artist again- =-.
I agree that having Amazon on your blog works way better than Adsense. Everyone knows and trusts Amazon, so people don’t mind clicking through (and sometimes buying). But who knows where you will end up when you click an adsense ad.
.-= Teatree´s last post: Backlinking with Ezine Articles =-.
Thank you for the information on adding advertisement with a blog. You provided great information for me!
I just added Adsense today so I’m thinking about it! We will see!
http://lifehandinhand.blogspot.com/2010/04/writers-workshop-fear.html
I never really considered making money off of my blog. I guess mainly because of the nature of my blog. I just love to write.
Ok, you said to leave a link to my fav post so here it is: http://thejourneyofalittlegirl.blogspot.com/search/label/My%20Story
I hope I did it right.
Is it possible? Well IS IT??? Inquiring minds need to know!
I write to connect with other mommies and myself. If I receive stuff to review or giveaway from other is great but nothin replaces the connection I receive.
Blessings
Jeanie
I honestly never intended to make money from my blog – but occasionally I get offers, which I have to think about seriously on a case-by-case basis. I do this for fun, not for money, but on the other hand if I can make some pocket money without compromising my integrity, that’s ok by me 😉
.-= Rachel Cotterill´s last post: Cotswold Crazy =-.
I would love to make millions with my blog but I think that will come with popularity, not losing my authentic self. LOL
.-= More Than A Mom´s last post: Read and Share- The Jesus Series- Life and Miracles A Review =-.
Thanks for the great post on ideas to generate revenue. I have been doing ok with Google AdSense, but fear being blocked by them. I have read a lot of stories about Google unexpectedly cutting people off.
I hope to add Amazon soon.
.-= Naked Girl in a Dress´s last post: Shiny Happy People =-.
Chiming in a little late, as I’m thoroughly enjoying my out-of-town company this weekend, but definitely a topic I’m interested in learning more about. Great post!
My Last Post: http://www.singlemominthesouth.com/2010/06/friday-recipes_25.html
Chiming in a little late, as I’m thoroughly enjoying my out-of-town company this weekend, but definitely a topic I’m interested in learning more about!
http://www.singlemominthesouth.com/
Chiming in a little late, as I’m thoroughly enjoying my out-of-town company this weekend, ut definitely a topic I’m interested in learning more about!
http://www.singlemominthesouth.com
Thanks SO much for all the Sunday tips 😀
.-= Steph @ Consignment Sale Queen´s last post: Win a 25 gift certificate to YOUR choice of consignment sales- =-.
Awesome post, not that I think my random musings will be worth money:) Maybe of the Monopoly kind…
http://www.hippyhappytink.blogspot.com
xTL
Just spent a great weekend with a women’s ONLY reunion of my high school class. The older we get the more we enjoy seeing each other and the more we appreciate our unique differences that often kept us apart when we were immature school girls.
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Thanks for the tips. The day is almost over so I’m glad I made it! Have a good rest of the weekend!
.-= Licia´s last post: travelling with children =-.
thank you for asking this question, right up my alley. I’m a soon to be momma of 4 I need to know how to make that money 😉
.-= christy´s last post: Coupon Crazy =-.
Great blogging tips. Here’s my last post: Hail Storm Damage in the Garden
I hadn’t even thought about making money off of my blog. I’ll have to look into some affiliate programs. I don’t want to get rich, but making a few bucks here and there would be a plus. Thanks for the tip!!
I really wish I could afford to go to the Austin Boot Camp!! 🙁
http://ocdjourney.wordpress.com/2010/06/16/intensification/
.-= Lotus´s last post: Motivation =-.
Always full of great tips… thanks guys:) Pheonix bootcamp was a blast, and I WISH I could attend them all!! xoxo
http://www.theficklenickle.com/2010/06/anne-taintor-giveaway-vintage-decor.html
Blogging for money… if only!! Happy Saturday people 🙂
I know I’m way late today – but I made it. Whew! Hope everyone had a great day!
.-= Emily´s last post: Sunshine- =-.
OpenSky looks interesting. I’m checking it out now. I really have had no success with Google Ads or Amazon Affiliates. However, I’ve also heard of selling ad space on your blog and charging a monthly fee to generate income that way, which sounds like a good idea but you’d really have to stay on your toes.
.-= Lauren´s last post: Battle of the Social Networks =-.
Good evening! I haven’t joined in the fun for a while, but here I am!
Here’s a post that’s a good summary of me: http://web.me.com/redshoearts/Redshoearts/Blog/Entries/2010/5/3_Almost_Famous.html
Happy Saturday superchicks! I’m hosting a Canada Day party tomorrow!!! Wish me luck!!! =)
.-= Genevieve Le Bel´s last post: FREE O Canada DIY Printables- =-.
Great tips as always!
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Start thinking about and creating some amazing looks and Good Luck!
.-= MakeupByLaurenP´s last post: MakeupByLaurenP’s “World Cup” Themed Contest- =-.
Whew! Made it over here!! Somehow my weekends run away from me lately!… Just saw that SF Bloggy Boot Camp is sold out… I am so glad I already bought my ticket!!!
Who’s going??? Would love to make sure I visit your blog beforehand… please stop by and let me know!!!