Episode 271

Creating a YouTube channel is just one potential market for your online business. In this episode Julia and Nathan explore a plan for a successful online business, without being on camera. Main Topic: No-Video Creator Strategy 00:25  Ads & Audience06:46  Social Media, Email, & Forums09:02  Digital Marketing16:25  Thinking Outside the Box

It’s the end of an era as we know it. Ricky, Nathan, and Anna talk about why that may actually be a good thing in the evolution of blogging. They also discuss great questions around affiliates, brand partnerships, and local blog branding. Main Topic: The End of Blogging 02:00 Is This the End? 04:25 Search…

Ryan Trahan is a popular YouTuber who catapulted to fame with his viral Penny Series, but he didn’t start out with instant success. In this episode, we’re taking a look at Ryan’s journey, factors that may have contributed to his success, and why it matters to you. “Dabbling is the enemy of a pivot.” –…

The next generation of consumers (aka Zoomers) seem to have opinions about written content. So what does that mean for the future of blogging? Listen in as we discuss incorporating video and making your content future-ready. Anna and Nathan also answer questions about using Alt text for images, when to move on from a niche,…

Over and over we’ve found that there is one key thing that increases retention and engages your audience: Storytelling. No matter your niche, content type, or archetype incorporating storytelling elements can take your content and brand to the next level. Main Topic: The Missing Element Your Content NEEDS 01:26  Starting State05:20  Expected & Expected Problems13:20 …

It’s time to talk about the elephant in the room. Not the Google sized one shifting the SERPS. The other one… Ezoic. Ricky & Nathan discuss the recent concerns with Ezoic, some questionable decisions that have been made, and whether they are right for bloggers. Main Topic: Ads, Algorithms, & Ezoic – Oh My! 02:08 …