Every blogger has a price point. No, not a point at which they'd sell (although they might have that also!) but a blogging income price point. The point at which their blog is officially a … [Read More...]
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Comparing Adsense Earnings to Private Networks or Affiliates
Are you remembering to compare your Adsense earnings to private networks, private ads and affiliates to ensure that you're getting the best rate for a given ad spot? Remember the rule of thumb: On Adsense, you want to look at the RPM. Then, compare that to the CPM of what you're getting through a private network or … [Read More...]
How to Monetize a Travel Blog
I've told the story before, and I'm sure I'll tell it again. I started in the blogging world in 2006 with a then-popular travel blog. Since then, travel blogs have always caught my eye. And soon I'll be launching a new member of the Saving Money Media family: Saving on Travels. That said, I've been even more … [Read More...]
Six Figure Blogging Secrets From Three Who Know
There's a great article today over at RetailMeNot that Cassie pointed out to me that looks at three successful bloggers and how they made (and are making) their money. Check it out here. Happy to see the lovely Erin Chase of 5 Dollar Dinners featured. For other "how much do bloggers really make?" questions, here … [Read More...]
Why Bloggers are Poor
Last night I found this great oldie-but-goodie video from mom blogger Jessica Gottlieb explaining why bloggers are poor. The reason? It all comes down to what bloggers are willing to charge for their services. When you give away your writing for free (or for a box of gluten-free Chex -- the most recent worst pitch … [Read More...]
How to Form as an LLC
Why Bloggers Should Incorporate as a Business Some of the most asked questions at blogger conferences relate to the logistics of really being a business. Although there are many different aspects of being a business that relate to bloggers, one critical one is actually legally incorporating as one! Many bloggers spend … [Read More...]
