What is holding you back from pitching sponsored posts? Is it fear? Unsure of you emails? Don't know where to start? I was in the same place as you, but I have finally found my confidence and you can too! Today, I'm sharing with you what has helped me learn how to pitch sponsored posts, and you will be pitching before you know it! How to Pitch Sponsored Posts With More Success! As bloggers, we need to find ways to monetize our blogs. Why? … [Read more...]
Bloggers: Get Flipping with Flipboard from #IBAchat
Happy Saturday to my amazing fellow bloggers! This past week during #IBAchat we discussed How to Get Flipping with Flipboard. I was surprised at the amount of question I received, and was wanting to do a quick recap of the tips from our chat. I do plan on a FULL tutorial and guide coming out in the next couple weeks because I know you will benefit from using this fun and active social media to promote your blog. What is Flipboard? How … [Read more...]
IBA’s New Improved Share Group – Your Best Resource for Sharing
Do you struggle with Facebook sharing groups? They are either too large or have extremely strict rules, and leave you feeling frustrated and thinking no one will never see your blog posts. I am so excited to announce IBA's New Improved Share Group that will end all your headaches! Why Did IBA Feel The Need to Change? Very simply put, we realized our members were frustrated with our old share threads. Share threads can work, but … [Read more...]
5 Affiliate Networks for Bloggers to See Epic Success
Do you feel your affiliate networks are working on your blog? 5 Affiliate Networks for Bloggers is all about finding the right network for you! Last week I decided to do a Facebook poll with some our members to see which they use and if they like them, and I was pleasantly surprised by the results. I realized that I used the most popular affiliate networks for bloggers too! Do you? Top Affiliate Networks for Bloggers When looking at … [Read more...]
Syndicated Blog Posts: What You Need To Know
Have you ever wondered what syndicated blog posts were? How can they benefit you as a blogger? Is there anything you should worry about before submitting your links? This is a topic I've wanted to write about for awhile. As a blogger learning the in's and out's of syndication can really increase your readership. So let's get started, and remember I'm here to help you learn all about this awesome resource you need to be using. Don't be … [Read more...]
4 Quick Tips for Blog Inspiration by #IBAchat
Sometimes during our blogging journey, it is easy to lose our way... life happens and you become distracted... or maybe you are not progressing as much as you hoped with your blog... so many things can cause us to lose our inspiration. Don't be discouraged! Even the most seasoned bloggers need a little blog inspiration along the way! During our recent #IBAchat we talked about how to remain inspired with Shana from Technotini and Debbie … [Read more...]
How to Balance Blogging as a Working Mom
Blogging as a mom is stressful on its own, but when you add your work schedule in there it can become very hectic! Our recent #IBAchat was dedicated to finding the best balance while blogging as a working mom. Are you a working mom? Even if you are not a working mom, these tips can help us all manage a little better each day! 4 Tips on How to Balance Blogging as a Working Mom: I really like tip 4 to use a timer to help … [Read more...]
How Blogger Blackmail Hurts Everyone!
Did you know Blogger Blackmail even happened? I didn't till here recently and the practice truly concerns me. Learn what it is, how to prevent it from happening, and tips for business owners who are partnering with bloggers! Blogger Blackmail- Why This Hurts Everyone originally appeared on Haley's Vintage by our very own IBA member Haley Bradley. What is Blogger Blackmail? Basically, a blogger is receiving a product for free to provide … [Read more...]
Lola Kicks The Bucket – An Encouraging Lifestyle Blog
Today, we have a fun member interview with Orla from Lola Kicks The Bucket. Orla is an encouraging and funny lifestyle blogger from Ireland, and she inspires to help everyone find a more positive life. Even though she is a new blogger you will enjoy reading all she has to say. What do you blog about at Lola Kicks The Bucket? I probably more likely fall under the category of lifestyle blogger but it's really a goodie bag of positive living … [Read more...]
How to Create the Perfect About Page #IBAchat Recap
Thank you to everyone who attended our April 20 #IBAChat on “How to Create the Perfect About Page”. We discussed how you need to keep your about page up to date, how to include personal info marketers look for, and how not to sound like a resume. Plus our members threw in some other great tips you will find in the full recap below. Here are the great tips from our chat on Creating the Perfect About Page: For the full … [Read more...]