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Let me start off this review with a fair warning. The One Funnel Away Challenge may drastically change your life. It was the secret ingredient behind the successful launch of my first book: The Content Rulebook. In addition to helping me close more sales, it also allowed me to earn a nice $1,000 in four days. Believe it or not, there was no grand marketing scheme behind that mini-campaign. It all worked through social media and the power of the One Funnel Away Challenge. You, too, can achieve the same results. However, there’s a catch. You can be the most[…]

Got questions about affiliate marketing links? You’ve come to the right place. In this post, I will answer 27 of the most important questions about affiliate links to help maximize your commissions.  Let’s jump into it.  Frequently Asked Questions about Affiliate Links 1. What are affiliate links? 2. What does an affiliate link look like? 3. What are affiliate programs? 4. Where can I find affiliate programs? 5. What are some popular affiliate networks for bloggers? 6. Where can I generate affiliate links? 7. How much can I make with affiliate marketing? 8. What is “cookie duration”? 9. How many[…]

An editorial calendar is a smart blogger’s ultimate productivity tool. Unfortunately, plenty of bloggers would rather spend time and energy actually writing content than building a calendar.  Why plan how and when to work when you can simply start writing right now, right? As a result, those bloggers miss out on the amazing benefits of keeping a blogging schedule. Before we go any further, let’s talk about those benefits. Bonus: If you already have an idea of how blog editorial calendars work, get started with this free calendar template. Table of Contents 1. The Benefits of an Editorial Calendar for[…]

Here’s a quick message to all new bloggers out there: Blogging isn’t just about writing.  If you want to succeed, you also need to focus on the marketing and research side of things. With too much on your plate, it’s perfectly reasonable to hire a freelance content writer for your blog. This post will show you how. But first, allow me to quickly cover the basics.  Table Of Contents 1. The Benefits of Hiring Content Writers 2. Types of Writers You Can Hire 3. Where to Find Writers for Hire 3.1 Upwork 3.2 OnlineJobs.ph 3.3 Facebook Groups 3.4 LinkedIn 3.5[…]

Want to know the secret ingredient for extra-spicy content? Four words: a great blog structure. To ensure the cohesiveness of a post, you need to have a clear idea of where your narrative is going.  Every word must be typed with purpose. And for that, you need a well-planned blog post structure that ensures a compelling and enlightening experience to your readers.  Let me show you how.  Table Of Contents 1. Why Does Blog Post Structure Matter? 2. The Simplest Blog Post Structure Ever 2.1 The title 2.2 The introduction 2.3 The main body 2.4 The conclusion 3. Preparing to[…]

Spoiler alert: you’ll find all the affiliate marketing tools you’ll need in this post.  It doesn’t matter if you’re a total beginner or an experienced blogger.  You will discover the right tools that will give you the ability to supercharge your affiliate marketing game. I guarantee it.  Without further ado, let’s get started.   Best Affiliate Marketing Tools 1. NameCheap 2. SiteGround 3. Elementor 4. GeneratePress 5. Grammarly 6. ConvertBox 7. ActiveCampaign 8. AAWP 9. AffLift 10. ClickMagick 11. Udimi 12. Tailwind 13. SEMrush Domain Registration First things first, you need to register your own domain name, which you’ll use as[…]

Looking for tips on how to grow your blog and compete with your niche’s big-name bloggers? You’re in the right place. This is my personal cheat sheet of 30 strategies that will help you grow your blog traffic, content, and authority.  Let’s start with the things you can do today.  Table Of Contents 1. Content Strategies to Grow Your Blog Traffic 1.1 Start publishing longer posts 1.2 Share memes on social media 1.3 Use animated GIFs to improve time on page 1.4 Translate data into eye-catching visuals 1.5 Build Content Hubs 1.6 Use the AIDA communication model 2. Audience Building[…]

Choosing the best WordPress theme for your blog isn’t as easy as it sounds.  To find the perfect option, you need to consider several factors, like features, performance, and pricing.  This post reviews the six best WordPress themes with these things in mind.  Let’s get started.  Best WordPress Themes for Blogging 1. GeneratePress 2. Astra 3. OceanWP 4. Schema by MyThemeShop 5. Divi 6. Genesis Framework 1. GeneratePress To me, GeneratePress is the definition of a “lightweight WordPress theme.” I also consider it to be one of the best eCommerce WordPress themes in the market. That’s mainly because of the user[…]

Before you started your lifestyle blog, chances are you already thought of monetization. There’s no going around it — blogging is a lot of work.  It’s only fair to think about how you’ll get rewarded for all your efforts. Fortunately, you don’t have to look elsewhere for tips on how to make money with a lifestyle blog. I have all the information you need right here. Take a look. Ways To Make Money with a Lifestyle Blog 1. Earning passive income via affiliate marketing 2. Display advertising 3. Selling advertising spaces 4. Writing sponsored posts 5. Build a WooCommerce dropshipping[…]

In blogging, every single decision you make — from start to finish — counts.  Your hosting service of choice, in particular, could either lead to steady growth or countless headaches.  There are truckloads of reviews out there that will help you decide which hosting provider to choose. Unfortunately, this could take hours and hours of head-scratching — thanks to all the conflicting opinions and data across the web.  If you’re part of the Master Blogging family, there’s no way I’ll let you go through all that trouble.  This post covers 13 of the absolute best web hosting services for bloggers.[…]

Drag-and-drop page builders make it possible even for non-developers to design beautiful websites in less than a day.  However, you still need to pay attention to the theme you’re building your website with. Not only should it be fully compatible with your page builder of choice, it must also be built for performance.  This post is about the top 11 themes that work best with Elementor — a popular page builder for WordPress.  Before we get to the good stuff, I think a brief introduction is in order. Best WordPress Themes to use with Elementor 1. GeneratePress 2. Hello Elementor 3. Astra[…]

Affiliate marketers always need new products to promote to continue earning money. But it can be challenging especially for beginners who don’t know where to start. However, there are ways to find affiliate marketing products that can earn you a profit. Some inspiration can come from the most obvious places while others need some introduction. Today, let’s explore your options to find the best products for affiliate marketing. Best Ways To Find Products for Affiliate Marketing 1. Look Around Your Home 2. Look at Software and Apps You’re Using 3. Sell Online Courses You’ve Taken 4. Ask Friends and Family[…]

Here’s a little secret: I love sitting back, reading, and polishing my work to perfection. Especially with a trusty proofreading tool that helps me finish the job in minutes. In this post, I’ll unveil my list of the best online proofreading tools that will make your content sparkle. Let’s dive in. Table of Contents 1. Best Proofreading Tools Online 1.1 Grammarly 1.2 ProWritingAid 1.3 WhiteSmoke 1.4 Ginger Software 2. Which Proofreading Tool Should You Get? 3. Bonus: EVEN MORE Online Proofreading Tools 4. Conclusion 4 Best Proofreading Tools Online Before anything else, here’s a quick, side-by-side comparison of the tools[…]

Looking for ways to step up your blogging game this year? It’s no secret that the blogging landscape grows more competitive each year. If your New Year’s resolution includes doubling down on your blogging activities, then you’re at the right place. In this post, I’ll show you 102 blogging tips that will supercharge your online presence.  Brace yourself — it’s going to be a long post.  As a matter of fact, I think it’s best if you bookmark this page for later reference. I have a feeling that you’ll visit this post a couple of times.  Without further ado, let’s get[…]

In this post, I’ll show you an actual formula for the ideal blog post length.  Not only that, I’ll also teach you to use this formula to produce high-ranking content.  First, let’s talk about why focusing on blog post length is important.  Table Of Contents 1. Why Word Count Matters 1.1 The SEO side of blog post length 1.2 It’s all about Searcher Task Accomplishment 2. My Formula for STA-Optimized Blog Post Length 2.1 Start with a baseline 2.2 Overreach 2.3 Increase reader retention 2.4 Ensure that the reader’s needs are met 3. Conclusion Why Word Count Matters “How long[…]