05/19/2017
Google Analytics can be overwhelming because there is SO much data there. As a great place to start, here are ten things to track there.
10 of the Most Important Google Analytics Metrics to Track
Read the 10 of the most important Google Analytics metrics to track if you are optimizing your website.
05/18/2017
If you've seen the recent FTC crackdowns on sponsored content, this PDF from Collective Bias is a helpful and clear way to see the rules for any kind of content.
resources.collectivebias.com
05/10/2017
If you're in the Phoenix area (or within driving distance!), this is an amazing workshop about partnering with brands, led by AVE Styles and Chelsea Bird, who REALLY know their stuff.
WIN WIN Workshop
WIN WIN WORKSHOP | CREATING WINNING PARTNERSHIPS WITH BRANDS, BLOGGERS + PHOTOGRAPHERS These days brands aren't looking for big followings as much as they are looking for great content. It's one thing to score a partnership with a brand, it's another to get repeat business. In this intimate one day…
04/21/2017
This is good news if you haven't hit a million followers on Instagram or racked up 500,000 Facebook likes.
Micro-Influencers Are More Effective With Marketing Campaigns Than Highly Popular Accounts
According to HelloSociety, micro-influencers often show more efficiency in marketing campaigns than people with millions of followers.
04/20/2017
If you run a lifestyle blog, this is an interesting read.
Creating A Better Lifestyle Blog (Inspiration Post)
Are you looking to take your blog posts to the next level? Have you often wondered what makes a Lifestyle Blog so appealing to readers and potential brand collaborations? Check out this post to learn more.
04/19/2017
What does the behind-the-scenes of your blog or business look like?
Behind the scenes of a blog update. | In Honor Of Design
I recently was asked to share “more transparency as to how we actually run the blog,” since it was hard to imagine how I could do so with little ones. So how about an update on how we are keeping things running here? The short answer I give to these kinds of questions is …
03/22/2017
Are you using Tailwind tribes?
You're Crazy if You're Not Using Tailwind Tribes
I'm a HUGE fan of Tailwind Tribes for blog promotion! Learn what they are, how to use them, and get tips for success. You'll be hooked - and grow traffic!
03/21/2017
This is great news for influencers.
Why Influencer Marketing Will Explode In 2017
If influencer marketing is the beginning, then what’s next is the shift from social media to social marketplaces.
03/20/2017
Ready to dip your toes into brand collaborations? Here is some solid advice from Happy to Wander if you're just starting out!
Taking the First Step with Brand Collaborations: A Guide for Small/Newbie Bloggers | Happy to Wander
“I’m a new blogger! How many pageviews do I need before I can start pitching to companies?” Let’s be honest for a second: if you’re a blogger part of any FB group or community, you’ve heard this question asked more times than “Follow for follow?”. And I can bet you that even now, you haven’t …
03/17/2017
Struggling to come up with blog post topics? Try using Pinterest!
How to Use Pinterest to Generate the Best Blog Post Ideas
One of the hardest concepts that I had to learn about blogging is that I am not writing for myself. My writing has to cater to my audience.
03/16/2017
Thinking of using Facebook ads? Read this first.
Facebook Ad Campaign | Five Things You Must Know Before Advertising with Facebook
Advertising on Facebook | Use these five tips to set up a successful Facebook ad campaign and see a great return on your investment.
03/15/2017
5 simple ways to improve your Pinterest traffic from FITnancials - these are worth reading!
5 Things I Did That Exploded My Traffic From Pinterest | FITnancials
Today's post is by my friend Tiffany from Beautiful Dawn Design. I started following Tiffany's website a few months ago when I was trying to find a free media kit for my blog. She offers tons of amazing free resources on her blog that you have to check out. Ever since then, I've been showing her sit...