What comes into mind when you hear the word “blogger.”? Take note; it's different from another word, “vlogger.”
A “vlogger,” with a V as in Victor, is a term used for aspiring youtube content creators and those who have their youtube channels. Most of them document their daily life in a vlog or video blog.
On the other hand, when you say “blogger,” with B as in Bravo, images of a person in front of a laptop or desktop all day, typing and creating article content online will probably be the picture in mind.
Essentially, a blogger produces quality content articles published online in various niche topics.
The TheFinanceBoost website, this site you are currently on, is an excellent example of a website blog.
Ever wonder, ‘how do bloggers earn money?'
Sit back, relax, and keep reading. You're about to find out.
Blogging Basics
Before anything else, let me give you a quick disclaimer out there. Unfortunately, we will not go in-depth with all the ins and out of the blogging world. We will go through the basics and present them to you in bite-sized information.
Once you create a blog, it doesn't mean that you will earn money right away. It doesn't work like that. No! It doesn't happen overnight.
First, you have to choose a profitable niche market where you can comfortably provide your expertise or one that is aligned with your passion and interest.
Once you've done that, it's just a matter of time before you start getting website traffic, building your email subscriber list, and making money online.
To learn more about how to drive traffic to your website, you have to create quality content that will rank on the first page of the SERP (Search Engine Results Pagee) and knows how SEO (Search Engine Optimization) works.
(Click on the “Further reading” section to guide you through that.)
Further reading: How to rank on Google: 25-Step Master SEO Checklist
Platforms to get started
If you are new to blogging or have just recently started a blog, congratulations! Otherwise, here are the most commonly used platforms to begin your journey through the blogosphere.
How Do Bloggers Make Money
If you are still doubtful about making a decent amount of money through blogging, the following list of opportunities will change your mind.
As we live in a fast-paced world nowadays, we move to a freelance and gig economy where many people make money on their terms with numerous side-hustles.
Furthermore, the most popular side-hustle today is to create an online presence and start making money.
Currently, there are over half a million blogs online as you read this article. Therefore, it's crucial you know how to rank and position yourself in the competition.
While income generation isn't the only reason to blog, various opportunities exist for people to create reasonably decent income with a blog.
Related reads: Easy Freelance Jobs Online for Beginners To Get Started With Right Away
1. Google AdSense
One way to monetize your blog is through the power of advertisements. You may have noticed it as you search online and come upon a blog with ad banners all over the site.
Yes, it may annoy you at times (it does for me too!) However, it's one way blogs can earn money. Apart from placing ad banners, there is also something called the CPC/PPC Ads.
It means Cost Per Click or Pay Per Click Ads. Advertisers will pay you if readers or viewers from your blog click their ads.
There's also another term, the CPM or Cost Per 1,000 impressions. Essentially, advertisers will pay you by how many people viewed their ads within your website.
Now, you get the basic idea behind AdSense. You can display Google Ads on your website, and when a visitor clicks on those ads, you get a percentage of the ads' cost.
Don't worry if you think your blog niche won't draw quality ads to your site. Google is smart enough only to show ads relevant to your content website so, this can enhance the user experience on your site as the ads can be helpful and will attract your readership.
2. Affiliate Marketing
As an affiliate, you become a promoter of certain products for which you would get unique links. If someone clicks on these links on your website and makes a purchase or performs a qualifying action on the product you are promoting, you would get a commission from the sale.
Many bloggers find this monetization method attractive. Especially commissions from digital products, which are higher. Other offers vary from 10 to 50 percent or even higher commission pay.
3. Sponsored posts
Sponsored posts, also known as promoted posts, also pay well. Generally, in a sponsored post, a brand or a company pays you to write an article content in your blog, either about their business, product review or for hosting a giveaway.
Companies that pay for sponsored posts are buying exposure, so they’re looking for blogs with lots of traffic and engagement. To that end, you should have a clean and easy to navigate website, rank on Google, increase your social media following, etc.
You should also disclose at the beginning of your post, whether an article is sponsored. The FTC has specific guidelines in the endorsement of such.
4. Sell product or services.
Apart from working online, if you have a business idea in mind, it's time to bring them into the world of the blogosphere.
Building your business's website and creating a social media presence will likely increase your sales as more than half of the world's population use social media to connect and satisfy their needs and wants.
Aside from that, the buyer's process has changed. It's necessary to have a social media presence as 60% of the buying process is done before a sales rep is involved.
For instance, you can sell your physical or digital products like T-shirts, artwork designs, printables, images, e-books, or workbooks.
As per services, you can launch an online course, say, in physical wellness, if you have the knowledge and expertise in the field. You can act as a guiding coach and help people in need. Just be sure to price accordingly and give your potential clients the value for their money's worth.
5. Paid Review and Paid Membership Websites
Another monetization opportunity for aspiring bloggers like you is through paid reviews. You write a product or a service review and share your experience or further recommendations and suggestions for improvement.
This is especially helpful if you already have a following and have established a community or strong readership from fans of your blog. Basically, you're more likely an influencer.
Take, for example, the PayPerPost site. It is a company that signs up advertisers looking for sponsored reviews on blog sites around the internet. The company hires bloggers to write these reviews and post them on their blog sites. Then, you, as a blogger, get paid for the reviews.
On the other hand, bloggers can also make money through paid membership websites. You create a restricted member-only content and a private forum to discuss a specific topic in your blog.
However, starting your own membership site isn’t for everyone. It takes a certain kind of person to jump into content and community membership management like this.
Yet, for a blogger serious about monetizing and earning recurring revenue, it's a road worth considering. Seriously.
Because it’s a way to build a following and an income — fast, if you're up to the task, you should pick a profitable focus niche, build your credibility, and ensure value for your potential clients.
Therefore, membership sites are a blazing-great way to monetize your blog.
6. Consulting Business
Bloggers earn money through an additional consulting service they offer.
Well, as a consultant/blogger, you will offer advice, strategy, and particular expertise on your chosen niche. You provide a solution to people's problems, and you turn it into cash.
There's a certain level of expertise for you to establish your consulting business online.
For freelancers, you can use your blog by creating a Hire Me Page or About Me section on your website. This will help establish your online presence to attract clients.
7. Donation
Bloggers also earn money through donations from their wide readership. It is least likely to generate a stable income for you since it will depend on your readers' and visitors' generosity.
But, it isn't bad to receive a cup of coffee or support from your Patreon and receive lovely and heart-warming comments every now and then from your loyal fans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it realistic to make money blogging?
The quick answer is YES. Absolutely. However, it will take some time to get the hang of it and stay consistent through publishing posts. Many successful bloggers have a six-figure running business already, thanks to blogging.
How can I make $1000 a month blogging?
You have to be consistent in producing quality content articles. Let your creative juices flow, alongside your ideas, experiences, and expertise on a given subject. Remember, you are competing with thousands of blog articles out there, saying the same thing differently. What makes you exceptional and better?
The key is the right keywords and topics.
Also, keep in mind that blogging takes a lot of hard work and will demand a huge amount of your time. That's why you should dedicate a consistent schedule for your posts and not forget to take breaks and take it easy. Just do your job. Follow your heart, and money will follow.
Is blogging worth it?
If you have a passion for writing and sharing your ideas with the world, I don't see how blogging won't be worth it. As long as you know how to manage your time and priorities, soon your blog will be worth even more than a six-figure business, and your dreams will come true.
Although some claim that many people no longer read lengthy text content and prefer video instead, blogging is still the most shared content worldwide. (Look at you! Living proof of it; by reading and learning from this article.) So you're not wasting your time. *wink
Indeed, blogging isn't dead. Blogs are one of the most viable and effective platforms in creating content and building your online business.
Final Thoughts
Are you looking for a sign to build your blog or business website this 2021? Well, here it is!
Blogging is relevant even today and you should learn how to make money through blogging. The pay varies for every blogger but know that it isn't hard to get started.
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