Category: Running A Blog

Blogs have come a long way from being personal diaries to powerful business tools. Today, they’re at the heart of content strategies, SEO practices, and digital engagement. But one question often arises: What is the true purpose of your blog? Are you blogging to make money directly, or is it primarily a tool for attracting clients and nurturing prospects?

Understanding this fundamental purpose is crucial because it will inform how you write, promote, and monetize (or not) your blog. Let’s explore both approaches to help you determine the best fit for your goals.

Deciding between offering free blog content to build exposure or setting up a paid gate to monetize your blog depends on your goals, audience, and the type of content you provide. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons for each approach:

Deciding whether to block AI crawling and training on your blog depends on several factors, primarily around your goals for your content and concerns about privacy, control, and potential monetization. Here are some key considerations to help you decide:

Whether to separate the explanation (informational) site and the operational (service) site depends on several key considerations. Here’s an overview to help you decide:

In the ever-evolving landscape of blogging, monetization strategies have long included the incorporation of advertisements. From banner ads to sponsored content, ads have been a staple for bloggers aiming to generate revenue. However, after much consideration and reflection on my own blogging journey, I’ve made the decision to remove all ads from my blog. Here’s why it no longer makes sense for me, and why it might be worth considering for you too.

Finding paid customers for your blog involves a combination of creating valuable content, understanding your audience, and effectively marketing your offerings. Below are comprehensive strategies to help you attract and convert paid customers for your blog:

In recent years, more and more media outlets have been moving toward monetizing their articles. This decision is driven by various factors and underlying reasons. In this article, we will explore three key reasons that are central to the shift toward paid content.

At some point while writing your blog, especially a personal or miscellaneous one, you might find yourself wondering, “What am I even aiming for?” It’s a common question, especially when your blog doesn’t follow a specific theme or purpose. But let’s pause for a moment—do you really need to aim for something?

Here are some reasons why it may not be recommended for individuals to try making money through affiliate marketing on a blog: