Thrive: The Podcast for Bloggers & Influencers

Are you loving these Q & A episodes that we're pulling from the Thrive Blogging Community?! It's time for another one! Today we're covering topics from building authority and monetization to website hosting and themes! Tired of spending endless hours trying to monetize your content? Say hello to Travelpayouts, the ultimate time saving affiliate marketing program for travel content creators like you. Connect with potential brands for FREE and watch your earnings grow as you inspire your audience to explore new destinations. Use the code THRIVE at sign up and get a money bonus added to your account. SIGN UP >> Find it Quickly 1:35 - Digital Products 3:44 - Wordpress Themes 5:21 - Affiliate Marketing 8:52 - Building Authority 12:10 - Monetization 15:40 - Web Hosting & Storage Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftEmpress ThemesBlue ChicFlodesk How to Start a Blog

Is the "C" word a part of your vocabulary? We're talking about consistency in today's Thrive in Five episode! While it can be annoying to constantly hear about the importance of consistency, I want to challenge you around how you're approaching this word. Join me today as we reframe our mindset around consistency. Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/273 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift

Sometimes it's really hard to find a blog theme that aligns with your brand, but even harder to find one that will support the longevity of your blog. In today's episode, Lisa Graglia or Empress Themes joins us to share what you should be looking for in a theme and how you can make sure your Wordpress site is working for you, not against you! Today's episode is brought to you by Link Whisper: Did you know that it's important to add internal links to your blog posts? You'll not only see a boost in your page views from your viewers clicking the links, you're also signaling to Google that you are an expert on this topic, which helps you rank higher. Link Whisper is the tool that will plug into your blog that will help you utilize this strategy! Head to the link below and use the code THRIVE. Try Now >> Find it Quickly 03:10 - Lisa's Journey into Blog Theme Design 05:22 - What Makes a Good Theme? 10:32 - Handling Tech Issues and Plugin Advice 19:32 - Final Tips and Plugin Recommendations Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftShop the Post PluginGrid Plugin with FilteringBoutiques Plugin for Affiliates Connect with Lisa empressthemes.com/thrivepodinstagram.com/empressthemes ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

When it comes to long-term growth, being organized isn't just beneficial; it's essential. This may sound like a daring statement, but I stand behind it 100%. Inside Shift, our coaching program for bloggers, I dive deep into the behind-the-scenes structure of our members' blogs and content creation businesses. Over the years, I've assisted several members in developing personalized systems that work for them. Just as every business can grow differently, each business can also be organized uniquely. In today's episode, I'm sharing organization tips that will help you generate long-term growth! 👉 Grow your blog through our exclusive training! https://thrivetogether.blog/increase Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/269 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftAsana Airtable Notion Golden Coil

Sometimes, life aligns perfectly, where something or someone comes into your life at just the right moment. During my recent a season of overwhelm and exhaustion, an in-person retreat was just what I needed. Connecting in person was so refreshing. It’s fascinating to see how different content creators operate. Whether it’s making a YouTube video, designing an Instagram reel, or editing a blog post, watching others’ processes is always inspiring and sometimes calming. To extend to this inspiration, I wanted to share three essential steps in my content creation process, inspired by what I learned at the retreat. Today's episode is brought to you by Travelpayouts: Tired of spending endless hours trying to monetize your content? Say hello to Travelpayouts, the ultimate time saving affiliate marketing program for travel content creators like you. Connect with potential brands for FREE and watch your earnings grow as you inspire your audience to explore new destinations. Use the code THRIVE at sign up and get a money bonus added to your account. Sign Up Now >> Find it Quickly 00:57 - Personal Retreat Reflections 03:45 - The Power of Community 05:25 - Three Steps to Content Creation 05:32 - Leveraging Chat GPT for Content 12:53 - Importance of B-Roll 15:40 - Collaborative Work Strategies Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift TravelpayoutsMarco PoloGroove ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

It can be so hard to keep going when you're in a season of slow growth or staying stagnant in your journey. That's why I believe in the power of both long-term goals and quick wins—you need both for sustainable business growth and your mental health. In today's episode, I'm sharing the value of both long-term goals and quick wins, along with examples of each! 👉 Grow your blog through our exclusive training! https://thrivetogether.blog/increase Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/269 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift

In this month's Thrive in Five series, we're talking all things long-term growth. One of the biggest factors to success in long-term growth is often overlooked—that's creativity. It's so easy to get sucked into the to-do lists, money-making tasks, and those recurring tasks that have to happen in business, then we lose sight of creativity. In today's episode, I'm challenging you to slow down and focus on creativity! 👉 Grow your blog through our exclusive training! https://thrivetogether.blog/increase Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/268 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift

The journey to becoming a blogger looks different for everyone, especially for today's guests, Katie and Joey. They took quite the leap into blogging and traveling full-time, with a lot of sacrifices along the way. Thankfully it's already paying off for them! In today's episode, Katie & Joey share what motivated their decision to become full-time travel bloggers, how they've created a workflow for sustainable content, and how they ensure their safety while traveling. Today's episode is brought to you by Travelpayouts: Tired of spending endless hours trying to monetize your content? Say hello to Travelpayouts, the ultimate time saving affiliate marketing program for travel content creators like you. Connect with potential brands for FREE and watch your earnings grow as you inspire your audience to explore new destinations. Use the code THRIVE at sign up and get a money bonus added to your account. Sign Up Now >> Find it Quickly 01:46 - Meet Katie and Joey: The Travel Bloggers 02:13 - The Big Leap: From Corporate Jobs to Van Life 02:27 - Exploring the U.S. National Parks 03:14 - Challenges and Rewards of Van Life 06:35 - Balancing Travel and Blogging 07:43 - Content Creation and Business Strategies 11:17 - Safety Concerns and Real-Time Sharing 14:14 - Dividing Tasks and Teamwork 18:38 - Navigating Industry Connections and Brand Partnerships 18:53 - Balancing Work and Personal Time 19:38 - The Importance of Self-Care 22:07 - Financial Realities of Quitting Jobs 23:28 - Building a Sustainable Content Creation Business 27:25 - The Role of Family Support 30:12 - Future Travel Plans and Aspirations Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift TravelpayoutsThrive Facebook Community Connect with Katie & Joey katieandjoeonthego.cominstagram.com/katieandjoeonthegotiktok.com/@katieandjoeonthegoyoutube.com/@katieandjoeonthego ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

There is money to be made in blogging—sometimes it just takes a coach to move you in the right direction to start making it. In today's episode, I'm sharing a few wins from some of my students, along with highlighting how tailored strategies are key in growing your blog based on your niche and needs! 👉 Apply for Shift! https://thrivetogether.blog/shift Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/266 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift

It's officially summer time—it's also the time of year that many of us go on a hiatus from our business to enjoy summertime. How can we avoid that and still maintain our business this summer? In today's episode, I'm sharing how you can make the most of your summer while also running a successful blog! Today's episode is brought to you by Travelpayouts: Tired of spending endless hours trying to monetize your content? Say hello to Travelpayouts, the ultimate time saving affiliate marketing program for travel content creators like you. Connect with potential brands for FREE and watch your earnings grow as you inspire your audience to explore new destinations. Use the code THRIVE at sign up and get a money bonus added to your account. Sign Up Now >> Find it Quickly 00:58 - Summer Vibes and Blogging Merch 02:11 - Balancing Business and Summer Fun 03:23 - Summer Productivity Tips 07:52 - Repurposing Content for Efficiency 10:08 - Promoting Old Content 12:44 - Connecting with Your Audience 13:52 - Final Thoughts and Farewell Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftThrive Merch ShopFlodesk ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

For most bloggers, monetizing is the goal, but have you considered the added workload that monetizing adds to your plate? In today's Thrive in Five episode, we're exploring monetization strategies that provide sustainable income without adding more work to your plate. 👉 Grow your blog through our exclusive training! https://thrivetogether.blog/increase Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/264 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftGolden Coil PlannerZapierPlannPlanolyLaterTailwind

Are you giving the same amount of time and effort to your social media that you give to your blog? On today’s episode, long-time listener and now full-time travel blogger Candace Salters joins us to share how she grew her social media following and her blog at the same time. Listen in as she walks us through her social media strategy, how to make video content creation easy, and turn your social media followers into blog followers. Today's episode is brought to you by Travelpayouts: Tired of spending endless hours trying to monetize your content? Say hello to Travelpayouts, the ultimate time saving affiliate marketing program for travel content creators like you. Connect with potential brands for FREE and watch your earnings grow as you inspire your audience to explore new destinations. Use the code THRIVE at sign up and get a money bonus added to your account. Sign Up Now >> Find it Quickly 5:13 - The Benefits of Growing a Social Media Following 7:33 - Focus on a Type of Content, Not a Single Platform 11:21 - How to Use Social Media to Promote Your Blog 13:40 - Balancing Social Media and a Blog Without Getting Overwhelmed 18:45 - How to Create a Social Media Strategy From Your Blog 32:13 - Converting Social Media Followers to Blog Followers Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift CapCut DesktopMediavine TravelpayoutsThrive Facebook Community Connect with Candace Website: candaceabroad.com Instagram: instagram.com/candaceabroad TikTok: tiktok.com/@candaceabroad ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

It's fun to have readers, but what's even more valuable is creating raving fans through an engaged audience! In today's episode, I'm sharing three key technique and strategies for getting engagement and converting readers to raving fans! 👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/260 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift

Mindset is such an incredibly important component to success in entrepreneurship and plays a key role in staying creative and inspired. In today's episode, I am walking you through a mindset exercise that I recently did with the gals in Shift. So grab a pen and paper, and let's dive in! Find it Quickly :59 - The Power of Mindset 3:09 - Prompt 1 6:29 - Prompt 2 8:34 - Prompt 3 11:40 - Deep Breathe Exercise 12:29 - Review 13:00 - My Morning Routine Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

Ready to grow your blog? Let's go beyond the basics with four advanced strategies for explosive growth! Grab your notepad, because we're covering a ton in this Thrive in Five episode! 👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/260 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftSEO 101 Course

Blogging isn't what it used to be, but there are so many more opportunities for us now than there were 10 years ago. In today's episode, I'm highlighting what I think makes a professional blog, the opportunities that blogs provide, and how you can take your blog to the next level! Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes! Find it Quickly 2:11 - The Evolution of Blogging 4:34 - Professional Blogging: What It Is and Isn't 6:17 - Strategies for Successful Blogging Today 12:02 - The Power of Consistency and Strategic Content 15:59 - Blogging vs. Social Media: Building a Sustainable Career 19:19 - What's Shift? Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftSEO 101 Class ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

If you've been a scrappy blogger and content creator, you know how powerful free education is, yet there comes a time in every creator's journey where you have to start treating your blog like a business. In today's episode, I'm sharing why it might be time that you stop relying on Youtube University and invest in your education to grow your brand. 👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/258 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift

Are you looking for motivation to keep growing your blog? Today's guest is the encouragement you may need! Jessica Camerata is the author and owner of An Indigo Day, a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog that provides practical tips for her audience. Since launching her blog in 2011, she's gone through the ups and downs that come with blogging, but is a prime example of why it's so important to create a sustainable business. Listen in as she shares how she turned An Indigo Day from a creative outlet to her full-time job. She shares the value of SEO, branding, and intentional strategies in order to build a business that you not only love, but also serves you. Today's episode is brought to you by Link Whisper: Did you know that it's important to add internal links to your blog posts? You'll not only see a boost in your page views from your viewers clicking the links, you're also signaling to Google that you are an expert on this topic, which helps you rank higher. Link Whisper is the tool that will plug into your blog that will help you utilize this strategy! Head to the link below and use the code THRIVE. Try Now >> Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes! Find it Quickly 1:42 -Meet Jessica 2:46 - An Indigo Day 8:51 - Evergreen Content 15:11 - Staying Motivated and Managing Content 20:10 - Content Recirculation 22:47 - Blogging Strategies and Insights 24:25 - Blogger Lifestyle and Career 27:04 - Navigating Revenue Streams in Blogging 29:36 - Advocating for Your Blog in the Influencer Space 33:20 - Diversifying Your Online Presence Beyond Social Media 35:56 - The Future of Blogging and Affiliate Platforms Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift Connect with Jessica anindigoday.cominstagram.com/anindigoday ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!

Most of the time when business owners are drowning in work, but have yet to hire someone, it's not budget or timing, it's fear. Has fear stopped you from growing your business before? Today I'm sharing my own experience in asking for help and hiring team members. This episode was inspired by a post on Threads by @52cardsocial. 👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/256 If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm. Mentioned in this Episode The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShiftinstagram.com/52cardsocial

While we've seen major shifts in the influencer and creator space over the last few years, one strategy has still stood the test of time. Networking. There is so much power in going to events, showing up, and building relationships. In today's episode, Alex Stewart joins us to share how her brand has grown and pivoted over the last few years and why she attributes a lot of her success to networking. Today's episode is brought to you by Link Whisper: Did you know that it's important to add internal links to your blog posts? You'll not only see a boost in your page views from your viewers clicking the links, you're also signaling to Google that you are an expert on this topic, which helps you rank higher. Link Whisper is the tool that will plug into your blog that will help you utilize this strategy! Head to the link below and use the code THRIVE. Try Now >> Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes! Find it Quickly 0:57 - Meet Alex of Sassy Confetti4:35 - Alex's Journey: From Marketing to Influencer Empire 11:32 - Navigating Brand Partnerships and Influencer Marketing 15:39 - The Power of Networking and Community in Influencing 23:07 - Unlocking Influencer Success: Starting Small and Networking Smart 23:31 - The Power of Local Events and Personal Connections 24:15 - Leveraging Relationships in the Influencer World 26:28 - Navigating the Challenges of Content Creation and Self-Care 32:24 - Dealing with Haters: Strategies for Mental Well-being 38:25 - Embracing Real Life: The Journey Towards Authentic Content 40:07 - Wrapping Up: The Importance of Community and Self-Care Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger SocietyThrive's Youtube ChannelThrive Facebook CommunityShift Episode 243: Embrace Your Influence: Social Media Therapy Session with Harley Jordan Connect with Alex sassyconfetti.com@sassyconfetti@.sassyconfetti ----- Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs! Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today! Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! ----- If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community!