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| What’s Actually Working in Q2? Our Real-Time Experiments | 24 Apr 2026 | 01:09:59 | |
Q2 is where a lot of creators start second-guessing everything. In this episode, we’re unpacking what it looks like to test things in real time without perfect clarity yet. We talk about the experiments we’re running, how long we give strategies before judging them, why so many people quit in the messy middle, and how to keep going when you do not have obvious proof that something is working yet. It’s part strategy, part mindset reset, and part honest look at what content experimentation really feels like. In this episode, we cover:
Watch the video: https://youtube.com/live/UXTdAXQALko TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome to Coworking 00:16 Q2 Messy Middle 01:47 Give Tests Time 04:55 Staying Consistent 08:05 Why People Quit 10:30 Poll and Community Check In 14:42 Expertise vs Learning 20:10 Go Deep Not Niche 24:45 Our 90 Day Experiments 28:09 Pinterest Newsletter Updates 31:45 Depth Over Keyword Chasing 32:49 Assessing Search Results 34:21 Traffic Dips Are Normal 35:17 How Long To Wait 35:59 Seasonality And Search Intent 37:13 Content Clusters And Depth 37:52 Reviving A Fallen Post 40:20 Why Experiments Fail 41:09 Set Goals And Metrics 46:08 Avoid Emotional Analytics 47:46 Taking Breaks Without Guilt 54:13 When An Experiment Works 55:44 Sustainable Content Systems 01:00:58 What We'd Change In A Year 01:06:32 Authenticity That Converts 01:09:09 Final Reminders And Wrap 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| The Social Media Boundaries Every Creator Needs | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:24:04 | |
In this episode of The Branding Fix, we’re talking about why content creators need stronger boundaries with social media. We get into the real cost of endless scrolling, comparison, niche drama, overstimulation, and the pressure that comes from constantly consuming other people’s content while trying to create your own. We also share the specific boundaries we’re setting, the apps we’re deleting or putting on probation, how we think about scrolling versus creating, and why protecting your focus is one of the most important things you can do for your content. If social media has been making you feel behind, distracted, or creatively stuck, this episode is your reset. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/_6x_ktAFsXg TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Comparison Trap Spiral 00:42 Why Boundaries Matter 00:55 Productivity Light Trap 02:10 Imitation And Niche Noise 02:45 Drama And Negativity 03:58 Stop Scrolling For Inspo 05:14 Scrolling Is Not Self Care 06:23 Input Versus Output Check 07:05 Deleting Threads For Good 08:15 TikTok Time Sink 10:04 Instagram Weekend Probation 12:52 Tools To Limit Scrolling 14:25 Notifications And Focus Modes 16:48 Unfollow Without Guilt 18:13 Retrain Your Algorithm 20:35 Fix Your Brand Wrap Up 21:34 Final Call To Action 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| Riverside vs Descript Reality Check for New Podcaster! | 24 Mar 2026 | 00:06:44 | |
Riverside vs Descript — which one should you actually use for your podcast in 2026? We answered a live question about Riverside vs Descript for podcasting and broke down exactly when to use each tool based on your show format. Our take: → Use Riverside for remote guest recording: the audio/video quality is better and file capture is more reliable when connections drop. We've lost recordings with both Descript and SquadCast. → Use Descript for editing: text-based editing plus a traditional timeline, scenes, and reusable presets make it faster than anything else we've tried. → Solo video podcast? Skip Riverside entirely. Descript alone is enough, and minimal editing is better. We also cover why the old one-click Riverside-to-Descript transfer is gone (you'll need to move files manually now) and why video podcasting is a smart play as part of your blog and content strategy. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/fkW1_wV1zbI TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Podcast Tools Question 00:17 Riverside for Remote Recording 01:32 Descript Editing Workflow 02:38 Riverside Descript Integration Ends 03:33 Why Video Podcasting Wins 05:06 Solo Show Setup Advice 05:28 Keep It Natural Minimal Edits 06:01 Final Recommendation Descript Only 🤝 JOIN THE CONVERSATION We go live every Monday for coworking sessions — this clip came from one! Subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss the next one. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| We Scrapped Our Course Model (Here's Why) | 20 Mar 2026 | 00:19:53 | |
We're done with the course model, and we're documenting exactly why. The real truth about selling online courses, passive income, and what we're building instead. Everyone's selling a course. We're not. In this video, we're breaking down why the passive income myth is exhausting creators and audiences alike, and what we chose to do about it. We cover the expiration date problem with digital courses, subscription fatigue, and the business model shift we're making to keep our income stable without burning out our community. This isn't a tutorial. This is us documenting the pivot in real time. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/N5krTYp3bMw ⏱ Timestamps: 00:00 – No Course, No Pitch 00:39 – Why Courses Expire Fast 01:33 – The Scrapped Curriculum 04:06 – From Course to Membership 05:23 – Scrapping Membership Too 06:05 – Content First Monetization 08:18 – Reality Check: Subscriptions 11:05 – Burnout and Paywalls 12:58 – New Model: Platforms & Sponsors 14:08 – Show Up as a Real Human 16:12 – The Work Behind Free 17:05 – Live Coworking Playbook 18:54 – Subscribe, Comment, Clock Out 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| We Started a Blog in a "Dead" Niche (Here's What Happened) | 13 Mar 2026 | 00:20:51 | |
Everyone says blogging in 2026 is dead, especially in low RPM niches. We've been doing it for 10+ years and 90% of our income still comes from ads. Here's how to monetize a blog in a "dead" niche. In this episode, we're breaking down exactly what happened, the strategy behind it, and why "dead" niches might actually be a smart place to start in 2026. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/dZv5eXcPNSE ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Low RPM Reality Check 0:41 Why We Stayed 1:50 Starting From Passion 2:47 Discovering Ad Networks 4:23 Win With Volume 5:31 Brand And Community 6:35 No Selling Required 7:30 Social Content Lasts 8:09 Blog As A Resume 11:25 Community Creates Opportunities 13:03 Real World Success Examples 15:27 Expand Beyond One Niche 16:40 Fix Your Brand Challenge 18:20 Key Takeaways On RPM 19:48 Wrap Up And Subscribe 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Forget The Trends, Try This Boring Money Maker | 06 Mar 2026 | 00:19:01 | |
What if the smartest income stream isn't loud, viral, or flashy, but quiet instead? In this episode, we break down how we're using blogging as a passive income stream to replace our 9-5 jobs without selling courses, chasing trends, or faking influence. We cover how to make money blogging with ad networks, why social media should be your free traffic engine (not your business), how to pick a profitable blog niche, starting a WordPress blog from scratch, and the real RPM math behind monetizing your blog. If you're a beginner looking for an online income stream that builds financial freedom over time, this is the side hustle to full time blueprint no one's talking about. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/XrfPgZ-iQqg 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The Income Lie Nobody Talks About 00:29 Who We Are (& Why We Quit) 01:55 What Is "Quiet" Money? 02:17 Why Viral Income Is a Trap 03:36 Ad Network RPM Breakdown 04:28 How Blogs Make Money While You Sleep 05:42 Using Social Media as Free Traffic 07:06 How to Pick a Profitable Blog Niche 09:11 Define Your Brand in One Sentence 11:08 Starting a WordPress Blog (Step by Step) 12:53 Ad Networks vs. Google AdSense 14:35 The Long Game That Pays You Monthly 15:46 Our Accountability System 16:34 Why You Don't Own Your Social Media 18:11 What's Next + Join Our Lives If you're tired of trading time for dollars and want to build something that works WITHOUT you, this one's for you. 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| The "Spring Clean": Deleting 30% of our Content Strategy | 02 Mar 2026 | 01:00:59 | |
It is time for a Spring Clean of our content strategy. In this monthly Board Meeting, we are auditing our business and deleting the tasks that are just distractions. We are also breaking down the massive shift happening in video podcasting and Instagram right now. It is time for a Spring Clean. In this monthly Board Meeting, we are auditing our business and deleting the tasks that are just distractions. We are also breaking down the massive shift happening in video podcasting and Instagram right now. Watch the video: https://youtube.com/live/OcGapB8Iavs 📝 On The Agenda: The Audit: Exactly what we are quitting in Q1. The Numbers: The truth about our February traffic & revenue. The Plan: Our simplified, "essential-only" plan for March. 📊 The "News Desk" (Trends We Are Watching): March Content Ideas: What you should be promoting, updating, and creating right now. Instagram vs. Snapchat: The leaked "rival app" being testing—is the "Social" coming back to Social Media? The Video Podcast War Who is this for? Content creators and bloggers who feel overwhelmed and need permission to do less to grow more. 👇 Question: What is one thing you need to DELETE from your to-do list this month? LINKS & RESOURCES Fix Your Brand Challenge: https://youtu.be/M8ZPlEzd_90 75 Hard Challenge: https://youtu.be/J_UdE8wcWZ4 TIMESTAMPS 00:00 March Board Meeting Kickoff 01:08 February Audit Fran Check-In 03:02 Simplify and Post Less 06:45 Rank Your Core Platforms 08:53 February Traffic and Seasonality 10:01 March Plans and Repurposing 18:55 March Content and Traffic Trends 23:57 Video Podcasting Shakeup 28:02 Fran Tests Spotify Video 31:07 Spotify Clips Boosts 32:09 Why YouTube Differs 33:34 Go Live and Grow 34:25 Simple Video Setup 35:40 Short Form Supports Long 36:03 Podcast vs YouTube 38:22 YouTube Algorithm Example 41:24 Time Saving Repurposing 43:23 Netflix Apple Spotify Shift 47:06 Instagram Instance Test 49:45 Does Instance Make Sense 56:47 One Stop Shop Trend 59:34 Wrap Up and Coworking SOURCES: https://newsroom.spotify.com/2026-01-07/spotify-partner-program-updates/ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/digital/netflix-video-podcasts-1236417771/ | |||
| Why We Stopped Posting for 2 Weeks (And Why You Should Too) | 27 Feb 2026 | 00:24:08 | |
We broke the #1 rule of content creation: never stop posting. Here is exactly what happened to our reach, our revenue, and our sanity when we ghosted the algorithm for 14 days. They say consistency is key, and if you miss a day, the algorithm punishes you. But what if the "Consistency Trap" is actually keeping you stuck? In this video, we are documenting our 2-week "pattern interrupt"—why we did it, the scary reality of stepping away, and why stepping back was the only way to move forward. This isn't just about taking a vacation; it's a strategic experiment in "Slow Productivity" and future-proofing our brand against burnout. If you feel like you are on a hamster wheel of posting without purpose, this is your permission slip to hop off. In this episode, we cover: • The "Guru Advice" we completely ignored • Why "Maintenance Mode" is a valid business strategy • How silence gave us clarity on our brand direction • The difference between "ghosting" and a "strategic pause" Watch the video: https://youtu.be/ZsiNoNYuehs 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - The Consistency Trap 00:32 - Why We Went Dark 01:53 - The Danger of Posting Without Purpose 03:50 - Rebuilding Our Brand Direction 06:02 - What "Maintenance Mode" Actually Looks Like 09:49 - The Behind-The-Scenes Strategy 15:35 - How Clarity Creates Better Consistency 19:05 - Awareness & Breaking Content Patterns 20:57 - How to Come Back More Connected 21:47 - Wrap Up & Next Steps Join the "Anti-Hustle" conversation: Are you afraid to stop posting? Tell us in the comments what’s holding you back from taking a break. 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| My Instagram Strategy Stopped Working (Here’s Why) | 20 Feb 2026 | 00:37:36 | |
I posted 2x daily on Instagram for 6 weeks. The first month was explosive... and then the Instagram strategy broke. Here is the autopsy of what happened. For the first 4 weeks of 2026, our "Fix Your Brand" challenge was on fire. We drove massive reach, sent thousands of DMs, and had a high CTR on our links. The algorithm loved us. Then, we hit the "30-Day Wall." In weeks 5-6, our reach plummeted. If you just looked at the surface metrics, you'd think the channel was dying. But when we looked closer at the data, we realized this "crash" was actually proving our biggest theory about building a business on rented land. In this episode, we break down the exact timeline of the crash, the difference between "Viral Reach" and "Community Reach," and why we’re pivoting our automation strategy. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/BzonN04hCcs 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 The Instagram Experiment ‘Tanked’… or Did It? 0:57 Why We Went Silent for 2–3 Weeks 1:51 Stop Chasing Trends: Audience Journey & Transformation 3:38 The Big Early Wins: Connection & Reach Growth 6:46 Soft Content vs. Transactional Posts 8:42 The Exact Posting Rules: 2 Posts/Day 11:07 Tool Switch: ManyChat → Grocers List 13:09 What Actually Performed: Real Photos & Carousels 15:45 Storytelling Framework: Problem → Empathy → Solution 18:11 Reading the Dip: Why the Last 2 Weeks Dropped 19:51 Algorithm Boost + New Content Pillars 21:24 Views Dip vs. Engagement Rise 23:12 Clarity, Boundaries & Ditching Trend Calendars 24:59 Big Wins: Link Requests & Evergreen Posts 27:30 Traffic & Revenue Stack: Newsletter, Blog, Instagram 30:54 Instagram Stories as a Stealth Link Driver 33:04 Key Takeaways: Rest, Consistency & Trust 36:50 Wrap-up 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Stop Trying to be an Influencer. Build This Instead. | 13 Feb 2026 | 00:19:22 | |
Social media is rented land. If you are tired of performing for an algorithm that could disappear tomorrow, it’s time to stop trying to be an influencer and start building a business you actually own. The "Influencer Model" is broken. We are documenting exactly why we trashed our old business plans to focus on "Content as Product" and long-term owned asset building (our blog). In this video, we break down the difference between performing for views and documenting for profit. In today's episode of The Branding Fix, we cover why "performance" is dead, how to pivot from social media burnout to blogging stability, and the exact strategy we use to future-proof our income in 2026. 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 The Aesthetic Influencer is Dead 0:37 Stop Performing, Start Building 1:18 Documenting vs. Creating (The Shift) 1:56 The "Fake Vlogging" Trap 3:54 Real Examples: Baking & Process Videos 5:59 Why "Human" Content Wins in 2026 7:07 3 Formats: Silent Vlogs to Chatty BTS 8:17 The "Rented Land" Problem 10:54 The Money: Blogs vs. Creator Funds 15:46 Brand Ecosystem > Influencer Following 17:01 The Fix Your Brand Challenge 18:13 Next Steps Watch Next: ▶️ Social Media is Dead, Interest Media is Here: https://youtu.be/YLOU0JilfvI ▶️ The Content Creator Gold Rush of 2026: https://youtu.be/QQohwtMrU4w ▶️ Is Blogging Dead in 2026? https://youtu.be/MTY7qcc_CLM 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED:
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| The Brutal Truth About Starting a Business With Your Best Friend | 30 Jan 2026 | 00:27:14 | |
Starting a business with your best friend can either be the best decision you’ve ever made… or the fastest way to ruin a friendship. In this video, we’re getting real about what it’s actually like to build The Branding Fix together as two very different bloggers turned co-workers. We’ll walk you through the fights, the friction, and the frameworks we use to protect both the friendship and the business. And how you can use these tips in any collaboration you do online. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/NunPn1KXQjs We cover: - The Operator Clash: What happens when "Vision" (Francesca) fights with "Workflows" (Victoria). - The "Sell Nothing" Pivot: The exact moment we almost launched too early, and why stopping saved our brand. - Past Failures: Why our previous collaborations with other creators fell apart (so you don't make the same mistakes). - The Co-Founder Checklist: Our exact rules for keeping the friendship safe while chasing revenue. If you’re a blogger, podcaster, YouTuber, or creator thinking about teaming up with someone you love, this is your reality check and your survival guide. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The Challenges of Working with Friends and Family 00:16 Meet Francesca and Victoria: The Branding Fix Duo 00:26 The Importance of Friction in Business Partnerships 01:29 Astrology and Business Dynamics 02:29 Balancing Vision and Structure 04:56 The Value of Complementary Skills 09:42 The Evolution of Our Business Strategy 13:19 The 75 Hard Challenge: A Case Study 15:31 The Importance of Chemistry in Collaborations 20:35 Practical Tips for Successful Collaborations 24:11 Join Us for Co-Working and Collaboration 👇 Tell us in the comments: What’s YOUR biggest red flag when collaborating with others? 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| The Real Reason Amy Porterfield & Jenna Kutcher Changed Everything | 23 Jan 2026 | 00:27:09 | |
Amy Porterfield closed her signature course business. Jenna Kutcher shut down her massive podcast. Why are the biggest names in the industry pivoting at the exact same time? We've been students of both Amy and Jenna for years. Buying their courses, following their strategies, and building our own businesses based on their models. But recently, we noticed a massive shift in the market, and they didn't shift with it. In this video, we break down the real reason the "Course Queen" era is ending and why information is no longer the most valuable currency online. We also share our honest story of why we demonetized our own business for 18 months to rebuild our brand the right way for 2026. If you're still trying to sell courses like it's 2019, you need to watch this first. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/wukjvKJjo_Q ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction: Amy Porterfield and Jenna Kutcher's Big Announcements 01:06 Personal Experiences with Amy and Jenna 02:12 Learning from the Experts: Email Lists, Lead Magnets, and More 03:56 The Shift in the Industry: Are They Keeping Up? 04:31 Low Ticket Courses: Are They Worth It? 05:55 Transparency and Financial Realities 10:54 The Future of Online Business: Content is King 13:54 Conclusion: Adapting to the New Landscape 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| If We Had to Start Over as Content Creators, We’d Do This | 20 Apr 2026 | 00:03:54 | |
In this episode of The Branding Fix, we’re answering a big question: if we had to start over today with no audience, but everything we know now, what would we do differently? We talk about the platforms we’d focus on, why blogging would still be central, the importance of building an email list early, why we’d prioritize platform monetization before asking an audience to buy, and how we’d create content with more depth and intention instead of chasing keywords or trying to be everywhere. We also get into lean category structure, simplifying your tools and design stack, and why video is now non-negotiable in some form. This is the episode for creators who want to build smarter from the beginning. 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| The Content Creator Gold Rush of 2026 Nobody is Talking About | 16 Jan 2026 | 00:13:30 | |
2026 is the most unprecedented time in history to build a content creator business. While everyone's screaming doom and gloom, five massive trends are converging right now that level the playing field for individual creators. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/QQohwtMrU4w In this episode, we break down: - Why AI makes YOUR authentic voice more valuable than ever - The social live shopping revolution (TikTok Shop, WhatNot, Instagram) - How interest media lets anyone reach millions organically - Why authenticity is now non-negotiable for success - How brand converts fleeting attention into lasting value 🎯 Ready to build your brand? Join our FREE 10-Day Fix Your Brand Challenge: https://youtu.be/M8ZPlEzd_90 Get step-by-step guidance to clarify who you are, who you serve, and what to post—with zero overwhelm. We cover: brand audit, North Star definition, archetype, identity, transformation, categories, pillars, profit path, and rest plan. ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Is Content Creation Dead? (The Truth) 00:08 The 2026 Content Creator Gold Rush 00:31 Who We Are (The Branding Fix) 01:01 Why It's Not Too Late to Start 01:56 Trend 1: How to Build a Personal Brand Empire 04:21 Trend 2: TikTok Shop & Social Commerce Waves 06:05 Trend 3: Interest Media (How to Get More Views) 07:52 Trend 4: Authenticity & Growing on Social Media 09:46 Trend 5: Why Personal Branding Matters Most 11:16 Your 2026 Content Creation Action Plan 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| We Left Substack, Shopify, and Paywalls (Here is Why) | 09 Jan 2026 | 00:06:50 | |
After a year of experimenting with Substack and Shopify as side projects, we realized they were becoming major distractions from our core business. In this video, we explain why we are hitting "The Great Reset." We are demonetizing our content, deleting our paid newsletter, and closing our shop to return to the one thing that actually works: The Blog. If you're feeling burnt out by the pressure to be everywhere at once, this Coworking session is your permission slip to simplify. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/BSf33FHaVss In this video, we cover: - Why we moved back to a standard newsletter provider - The reality of "shiny object syndrome" with Shopify - Why we are demonetizing to focus on authenticity - The visual & mindset shift we need for the future THE MOST IMPORTANT STEP THIS YEAR! Fix Your Brand Challenge: https://youtu.be/M8ZPlEzd_90 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction: The Great Reset of 2025 01:19 Breaking Down the Great Reset 01:49 Moved away from Substack and back to standard newsletter provider 02:29 Shut down our non essential Shopify store 02:57 Demonetizing everything except in platform ads 03:40 Visuals Makeover: Authenticity Over Perfection 04:44 Mindset Shift: Prioritizing Rest and Human Connection 06:02 Final Thoughts 👉 Join the Coworking Club: Subscribe for new videos every Friday documenting our journey to rebuild and future-proof our blog in the age of AI. And join us LIVE every Monday at 10am EST. 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdhQeAZYSNfVcrQC31WaEHg | |||
| If You Can’t Stay Consistent, This Is Why (Hint: It’s Not Laziness) | 26 Dec 2025 | 00:07:51 | |
You’re not lazy, and you’re not undisciplined. If you’ve been struggling to stay consistent with your blog or YouTube channel, there is a scientific reason why "hustling harder" is actually making it worse. In this coworking session, we break down why your inconsistency is actually a symptom of a dysregulated nervous system. We explain the "Window of Tolerance," why scrolling on your phone isn't real rest, and how to actually refill your creative tank so you can execute your content strategy without burning out. Grab a coffee, get comfortable, and let's get back to work (the right way). Watch this on video: https://youtu.be/AJspQSk9dBM Join us in the 75 Fixed Challenge: https://youtu.be/J_UdE8wcWZ4?si=LWHvMNoCXe3csWxG ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Why You Are Not Actually Lazy 00:24 Welcome to The Branding Fix 00:51 Why Scrolling Is Not Rest 02:03 What Real Rest Actually Looks Like 03:04 The Science: Nervous System Regulation 03:46 Sustainable Content Strategy 04:04 How to Recharge Your Creative Battery 05:34 Conclusion: Breaking the Burnout Cycle Watch Next: ▶️ Stop Posting and Fix Your Brand First: https://youtu.be/M8ZPlEzd_90?si=qHuuUwtqdjSJqZld ▶️ Social Media is Dead, Interest Media is Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLOU0JilfvI ▶️ Dark Truth of Creating Content: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz2TkDsD9Jg ▶️ Is Blogging Dead in 2026? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTY7qcc_CLM 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED:
Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdhQeAZYSNfVcrQC31WaEHg #creatorburnout #nervoussystemregulation #contentstrategy #bloggingtips #burnoutrecovery | |||
| 75 Hard for Creators: The "Anti-Burnout" Version (That Actually Works) | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:06:05 | |
Traditional consistency challenges are broken. If you've ever tried a "30-day challenge" only to crash by Day 4, it’s not your fault... it’s the system. We took the brutal framework of 75 Hard and re-engineered it into "75 Fixed": a sustainable, anti-burnout operating system designed specifically for bloggers and creators. But before you get started with this challenge, let's look at the foundation. 🚀 START HERE: Free 10-Day Fix Your Brand Challenge https://youtu.be/M8ZPlEzd_90 (Do this BEFORE you start your 75 days to define your niche & categories!) COWORK WITH US: We are officially starting our round on January 12, 2026. Want to join? Use hashtag #75Fixed to share your "Week 0" prep and track your progress with us! Tag us on Instagram too (thebrandingfix) IN THIS VIDEO: We break down the 4 pillars of the 75 Fixed Challenge:
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 0:00 75 Hard for Creators (The Anti-Burnout Version) 00:49 Who We Are (The Branding Fix) 01:02 The 75 Hard Modified Rules 01:16 Week 0: Content Strategy Planning 02:03 The Weekly Content Workflow (5-Day Circle) 02:57 Preventing Burnout: Mandatory Rest & Categories 04:08 Free 10-Day Fix Your Brand Challenge 05:18 Join the #75Fixed Challenge Watch Next: ▶️ Social Media is Dead, Interest Media is Here: https://youtu.be/YLOU0JilfvI ▶️ Dark Truth of Creating Content: https://youtu.be/Bz2TkDsD9Jg ▶️ Is Blogging Dead in 2026? https://youtu.be/MTY7qcc_CLM 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED:
Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 #75Fixed #75Hard #ContentCreator #BloggingTips #Burnout | |||
| STOP Posting on Social Media Until You Understand This | 20 Dec 2025 | 00:11:24 | |
STOP posting on social media until you understand this shift. The era of "Social Media" is dead, and "Interest Media" has taken over. If you are wondering why your views are tanking while small creators are getting millions of views, this video explains the new rules of the algorithm. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/YLOU0JilfvI 🚀 JOIN THE FREE "FIX YOUR BRAND" CHALLENGE: Build a brand that survives the algorithm shift. 👇 IN THIS VIDEO: Your follower count is officially meaningless. In this video, we break down exactly why established accounts are dying and why the new "Interest Media" landscape is the biggest opportunity for small creators right now. We explain the difference between social graphs and interest graphs, and why building a strong brand is the ONLY way to future-proof your channel. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: The Death of Social Media 00:39 The Current Struggle: Why Your Views Are Tanking 01:55 The Shift to Interest Media 03:02 Key Differences Between Social and Interest Media 05:03 Implications for Content Creators 06:30 The Importance of Building a Strong Brand 09:28 Fix Your Brand Challenge 10:41 Conclusion and Call to Action Watch Next: ▶️ Dark Truth of Creating Content: https://youtu.be/Bz2TkDsD9Jg ▶️ Is Blogging Dead in 2026? https://youtu.be/MTY7qcc_CLM ▶️ Why Our Dead Instagram Posts Are Suddenly Viral: https://youtu.be/XdLpEof0lww 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 #InterestMedia #SocialMediaGrowth #BrandingTips #AlgorithmSecrets #SmallYouTuber #TheBrandingFix | |||
| Never Run Out Of Content Ideas (The C.P.R. Method) | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:17:24 | |
Welcome to Day 3 of the 10-Day Brand Fix Challenge! 🎉 If you stare at your phone wondering "What should I post today?", you are doing it wrong. Most creators burn out because they try to invent new ideas every single morning. The secret to consistency isn't more creativity—it's a better system. In this video, I’m teaching you the C.P.R. Method (Categories, Pillars, Recurring). This is the exact framework I use to plan 30 days of content in just 20 minutes, so I never have to stress about the algorithm again. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/Rm--Sd2RxcY 👇 IN THIS VIDEO: - Why "daily inspiration" is a trap - The C.P.R. Method explained (Categories, Pillars, Recurring) - How to define your Content Pillars - Filling out the second part of your Brand Fix Template 🎁 Grab the free One-Page Brand Fix template Download your copy and fill it out while you watch: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-worksheet ✉️ Join the 10-Day One-Page Brand Fix Challenge Want help actually *finishing* this and sticking to it? Get daily prompts and examples in your inbox: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/fix-your-brand-challenge ✅ TODAY'S HOMEWORK: 1. Watch the video. 2. Fill out the "C.P.R." section of your template. 3. Post a comment with your top 3 Content Pillars! ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The "What To Post" Problem (Day 3 Challenge) 00:17 Welcome to The Branding Fix 00:31 The C.P.R. Method Explained 01:38 C: Defining Your Brand Categories 04:04 P: Mapping Your Profit Path (How You Get Paid) 09:44 R: The Secret to Consistency (Your Rest Strategy) 12:15 completing Your One-Page Brand Fix Template 16:24 Conclusion & Day 3 Homework We’ll be reading and replying to as many as we can. 💬 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #ContentStrategy #SocialMediaTips #ContentPlanning #TheBrandingFix | |||
| Create A Clear Brand In 15 Minutes (The AIM Method) | 10 Dec 2025 | 00:14:39 | |
Welcome to Day 2 of the 10-Day Brand Fix Challenge! 🎉 If you feel like you're constantly throwing spaghetti at the wall—posting random content and hoping something sticks—today is where we stop the chaos. Your content isn’t flopping because of the algorithm; it’s likely because your brand lacks a "North Star." Without one, you are just another creator making noise. In this video, we are using the AIM Method (Archetype, Identity, Mission) to build your One-Page Brand Strategy. By the end of this video, you will have a single, powerful sentence that guides everything you create. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/T2ARhw_1TXw 👇 IN THIS VIDEO: - How to identify if your brand is "Chaos" - The AIM Framework explained (Archetype, Identity, Mission) - How to write your "North Star" statement - Filling out Page 1 of your Brand Fix Template 🎁 Grab the free One-Page Brand Fix template Download your copy and fill it out while you watch: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-worksheet ✉️ Join the 10-Day One-Page Brand Fix Challenge Want help actually *finishing* this and sticking to it? Get daily prompts and examples in your inbox: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/fix-your-brand-challenge ✅ TODAY'S HOMEWORK: 1. Watch the video. 2. Fill out the "AIM" section of your template. 3. Comment your "North Star" sentence below so we can cheer you on! ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to Brand Clarity 00:40 Understanding Brand Chaos 01:57 The AIM Method: Archetype 03:17 The AIM Method: Identity 07:18 The AIM Method: Mission 08:55 Creating Your AIM North Star Statement 10:35 Planning for Your Best Possible Outcome 13:20 Final Thoughts and Next Steps We’ll be reading and replying to as many as we can. 💬 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #BrandStrategy #ContentCreator #SocialMediaTips #TheBrandingFix | |||
| Fix Your Content In 10 Days (Free Brand Challenge) | 05 Dec 2025 | 00:16:17 | |
Welcome to Day 1 of the 10-Day Brand Fix Challenge! 🎉 Download your free template below and let's fix your content strategy. In this video, we’ll show you how to fix the *real* problem behind low views, no saves, and zero clicks… in ONE page. We’re kicking off our One-Page Brand Fix series, where two solo creators (a blogger + a video/IG creator) rebuild their brands in public. You’ll see *before-and-after* examples and walk away with a simple page you can use to fix your own content today. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/M8ZPlEzd_90 🎯 You’ll learn to: - Diagnose why your content feels random (even if you’re posting all the time) - Turn messy ideas into clear brand pillars that attract the right people - Write a simple North Star sentence that guides every post, video, and email - Stop blaming the algorithm and start making content that’s easy to binge, follow, and share 🎁 Grab the free One-Page Brand Fix template Download your copy and fill it out while you watch: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-worksheet ✉️ Join the 10-Day One-Page Brand Fix Challenge Want help actually *finishing* this and sticking to it? Get daily prompts and examples in your inbox: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/fix-your-brand-challenge ⏱ Timestamps 00:00 Why your content is flopping (It's not the algorithm) 00:33 What is The Branding Fix? 00:59 Signs your personal brand is undefined 02:28 How to do a quick Content Audit 04:57 The AIM Framework: Finding your North Star 08:21 The C.P.R. Method: Pillars & posting strategy 11:54 Tutorial: Filling out the One-Page Brand Fix template 15:34 Your homework: The 10-Day Brand Challenge 👇 Your turn Pause the video, fill out your One-Page Brand Fix, then comment below with: 1. Your North Star sentence 2. Your 3 main brand pillars We’ll be reading and replying to as many as we can. 💬 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #contentstrategy #personalbranding #contentcreator #socialmediagrowth #brandstrategy #contenttips #creatoreconomy #smallbusiness #marketing | |||
| Not Everyone Should Be a Content Creator (The Dark Truth) | 21 Nov 2025 | 00:15:33 | |
Content creation’s dark truth? Most creators never make real money. We spent years in the wrong niche, “following our passion” while our bank accounts bled… and in this video we’re breaking down exactly what went wrong and what we’d do differently now. After 14 years of blogging and creating content, we’ve realized something nobody wants to say out loud: not everyone should be a content creator — at least not in the way the internet sells it. If you’re pouring your heart into content and still not seeing profit, this might be the wake‑up call you actually need. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/Bz2TkDsD9Jg In this video, we’ll cover: - Why “follow your passion” kept us broke for years - How to tell if your niche will never make real money - The difference between a fun hobby and a profitable content business - A simple framework to decide if content creation makes sense for you - What we’re doing now to rebuild our blogs and brands in a smarter way 🎯 This is for you if: - You’re a blogger or creator who’s exhausted and underpaid - You’re thinking about starting a YouTube channel, blog, or newsletter - You’ve been told “just keep posting!” but the numbers don’t add up - You secretly wonder if you picked the wrong niche (or the wrong platform) ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Content Creation Reality Check: The Harsh Truth No One Tells You 00:44 Our Painful Story: Years Stuck in a Non‑Profitable Niche 01:52 Passion vs Profit: Why Passion Alone Won’t Pay the Bills 02:12 Our Unprofitable Blog Niche: How We Wasted Years Making $0 03:59 Not Every Niche Is Profitable: How to Avoid Dead‑End Topics 05:27 Profitable Blog Ideas: Examples of Niches That Can Actually Make Money 08:49 Our Major Pivot: How We Shifted to Profitable Content 11:06 Who Should Actually Be a Content Creator? (Real Talk) 13:08 Passion vs Profit Framework: Find Your Unique, Profitable Angle 💬 COMMENT BELOW: Are you blogging for money or business? What's your niche? 🔗 IS BLOGGING DEAD in 2026? Watch next: https://youtu.be/MTY7qcc_CLM 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #ContentCreation #CreatorEconomy #PassionVsProfit #Blogging #MakeMoneyOnline #CreatorTruth #NotEveryoneShouldBeACreator | |||
| Is Blogging Dead In 2026? We Lost 50% Traffic & Here's What Happened | 14 Nov 2025 | 00:16:39 | |
Is blogging dead in 2026? We lost over 50% of our blog traffic after Google updates... and our revenue GREW by 30%. This is our 2026 update to the "Is Blogging Dead?" video we made in July 2025. We're sharing the real numbers from our blogs and honestly... the results might surprise you. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/MTY7qcc_CLM 📊 WHAT'S CHANGED: • Lost 50%+ blog traffic after Google updates • Revenue INCREASED by 30% • Direct traffic now our #1 source • Email list driving higher RPMs than Google ever did 💡 WHAT'S ACTUALLY WORKING NOW: • Brand building over generic SEO • Email list as primary traffic driver • Quality over quantity content • Multi-platform distribution • Authentic human experiences 🎯 WHY 2026 MIGHT BE THE BEST YEAR: • Less competition (everyone's quitting) • Better tools than ever • Multiple traffic sources beyond Google • People craving REAL content more than ever ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Is Blogging Dead in 2026? Google Updates Reality Check 00:34 Our Traffic Story: Lost 50% Traffic, Grew 30% Revenue 00:46 Google Algorithm Updates: Surviving the SEO Apocalypse 01:45 Direct Traffic is King: Why Google Isn't Your Only Hope 02:19 Blog Strategy Revolution: What Changed in 2025-2026 04:40 Brand Building Over SEO: Community That Actually Stays 05:45 Traffic Diversification: Beyond Google Search Traffic 08:03 Quality Over Quantity: Content That Converts in 2026 10:49 2026 Blogging Gold Rush: Why Smart Bloggers Are Thriving 14:51 Step-by-Step Action Plan: Build Your Unshakable Blog Business 15:33 The Blogging Future: Your Next Move in 2026 and Beyond 📌 YOUR 2026 BLOGGING ACTION PLAN: • Audit your traffic sources TODAY • Start building your email list (even with 1 subscriber) • Diversify beyond Google (Pinterest, YouTube, Instagram) • Track engagement metrics, not just page views 💬 COMMENT BELOW: Are you blogging in 2026 or throwing in the towel? We want to hear your story! 🔗 WATCH OUR ORIGINAL "IS BLOGGING DEAD?" VIDEO: https://youtu.be/59dRFc-efFY 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #Blogging2026 #IsBloggingDead #MakeMoneyBlogging #BlogTraffic #EmailListBuilding #ContentMarketing #BloggingTips #GoogleUpdates #BloggingForBeginners #BloggingDead | |||
| Hobby or Business? The Content Creator Reality Check | 17 Apr 2026 | 01:18:34 | |
In this episode of The Branding Fix, we’re asking a tough but necessary question: are you actually building a business, or are you just posting content and hoping something happens? We talk about the biggest signs creators are treating content like a hobby instead of a business, including not having a revenue plan, not thinking through traffic strategy, not tracking what works, and making decisions based more on emotion than data. We also get into monetization paths, linking and repurposing content, affiliate opportunities, building deeper topic authority, and what we would do differently if we were starting over today. This is a real talk episode for creators who want more structure, more strategy, and a clearer path to making content pay off. Watch the video: https://youtube.com/live/p87T-M4l5d4 ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Tax Day Reality Check 00:52 Hobby Spending Traps 02:38 Revenue Plan Basics 05:04 Monetization Paths That Work 07:56 Traffic Strategy Experiments 09:48 Track What Performs 11:28 How Long To Test 16:03 Stop Leaving Money Behind 19:26 Affiliate Links And Proof 28:47 Tax Season Business Shifts 33:38 Separate Finances Like A Pro 36:05 DIY LLC And Banking Setup 37:50 Separate Business Finances 39:23 Costly Spending Confessions 42:31 Q2 Traffic Experiments 45:18 Update Content And Pillars 48:49 Create Content With Depth 51:07 Stop Batching Deep Posts 53:38 If We Started Over 57:38 Poll Results And Next Steps 01:01:37 Beehiiv Vs Email Providers 01:08:48 Platform Business Models 01:17:18 Wrap Up And Weekly Live 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| Why Our Dead Instagram Posts Are Suddenly Going Viral Months Later | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:07:54 | |
Posts that got ZERO engagement months ago are suddenly exploding with traffic. One of our "dead" Instagram posts just hit 643,965 views - and we figured out exactly why this is happening (and how you can replicate it). Instagram is now behaving like a search engine and blog platform combined. Old posts are getting discovered through search months (even years) later. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/XdLpEof0lww In this video, we break down: ✅ Why Instagram's algorithm now prioritizes evergreen content over viral moments ✅ How to optimize your captions for long-term search traffic ✅ The exact strategy we used to turn "dead" posts into traffic magnets ✅ How one viral post created an internal linking effect across our entire profile ✅ What metrics actually matter for sustainable Instagram growth This isn't about chasing trends or posting daily. It's about creating content that builds authority and gets discovered over time. ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction: Strange Instagram Trends 00:26 Meet the Branding Fix Team 00:41 Instagram's Shift to SEO and Blog-Like Behavior 01:49 Seasonal and Evergreen Content Strategies 02:10 Optimizing Captions for Better Reach 02:56 Traffic Lift and Internal Linking on Instagram 03:53 Long-Term Strategy and Content Planning 04:59 Intentional Posting and Tracking Metrics 06:59 Conclusion and Call to Action 📊 MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO: - How Instagram search works in 2025 - Caption optimization for discoverability - Evergreen vs. seasonal content strategy - Profile traffic patterns and internal linking - Long-term content planning for Instagram growth This is part of our blog rebuild series where we're documenting how to future-proof our content strategy in the age of AI. New videos every Tuesday and Friday! --- 💬 COMMENT BELOW: Have you noticed old Instagram posts suddenly getting traffic? Drop your experience below! Watch Next: → The 4 Platforms We're Using Next Year: https://youtu.be/nsMyLdejBv8 → We Stopped Chasing Followers and Driving Blog Traffic Instead: https://youtu.be/A_b-cEi2GU0 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #InstagramGrowth #InstagramTips #InstagramSEO #ContentStrategy #SocialMediaMarketing #ContentCreation #InstagramMarketing #BloggingTips | |||
| We're Dropping 6 Social Platforms in 2026 | Only 4 Made the Cut | 04 Nov 2025 | 00:09:26 | |
Our social media strategy for bloggers in 2026: We're cutting 6 platforms and focusing on just 4 that actually drive blog traffic. After analyzing our data we’ll show which are the only platforms worth our time. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/nsMyLdejBv8 📊 IN THIS VIDEO: → Which 4 platforms we're keeping and which 6 we're ditching for 2026 → Why platform culture matters more than follower count when choosing where to invest your time → Where to focus your effort to get maximum results with minimum time investment → Our ultimate goal: driving clicks to our blog, and how these 4 platforms deliver that better than the rest 🕒 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Social Media Strategy 2026: Which Platforms to Keep or Ditch 00:25 Blog Traffic Strategy: Our Platform Selection Process 00:47 Instagram Strategy for Bloggers: Why It's Our Top Priority 01:58 Facebook Marketing for Blog Traffic: The Unexpected Winner 02:51 YouTube Content Strategy: Long-Term Growth for Bloggers 04:09 Pinterest Marketing Strategy: Still Driving Blog Traffic in 2026 04:46 Social Media Platforms We're Ditching in 2026 06:59 Time Management for Bloggers: Platform Prioritization Framework 08:21 Next Steps: Content Strategy and Blog Growth Plan This is part of our blog rebuild series where we're documenting how to future-proof our content strategy in the age of AI. New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 💬 COMMENT BELOW: Which platform drives the most blog traffic for you? Let's compare notes! Watch Next: → Our 14 Year Monetization History: https://youtu.be/0znN_1sKL6o → How We Prepare for the Blogging Super Bowl Season: https://youtu.be/LqGpbBekG08 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #BlogTraffic #SocialMediaStrategy #ContentCreator #BloggingTips #PlatformStrategy | |||
| We’re Removing All Paywalls and Memberships for 18 Months (Here's Why) | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:11:45 | |
We're done asking our audience for money. No more memberships, no more paywalls, no more paid newsletters. For the next 18 months, we're betting everything on ad and affiliate revenue instead. If you're a content creator exhausted from chasing brand deals or asking followers to subscribe to yet another thing, this video breaks down why we think blogging and ad networks like Mediavine or Raptive might be the passive income alternative you didn't know you needed. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/IqliDBJupMs 📊 IN THIS VIDEO: → The philosophy behind removing paywalls and memberships → Why blog ad revenue works differently than social media monetization → What metrics we're watching as we test this strategy in real time This is the first episode of our 18-month experiment. Subscribe so you can follow along with our results before you decide if our method and blogging is right for you. 🕒 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Our Most Controversial Decision Yet 00:50 The Problem with Traditional Monetization 01:47 Our Demonitization Strategy 03:03 Turning Off Memberships and Paywalls 03:50 Focusing on Value Over Revenue 05:09 How We'll Pay the Bills 08:51 Setting Expectations and Measuring Success 10:38 Conclusion and Next Steps 💬 COMMENT BELOW: What's your current monetization strategy and what's the most exhausting part about it? Watch Next: - Our 14 Year Monetization History: https://youtu.be/0znN_1sKL6o - How We Prepare for the Blogging Super Bowl Season: https://youtu.be/LqGpbBekG08 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #blogging #passiveincome #contentcreatormonetization #makemoneyblogging #makemoneyonline | |||
| 14 Years Monetizing Our Blogs: The Wins, The Fails, The Truth | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:14:55 | |
After 14 years of blogging, we've tried every monetization method out there - and most of them failed spectacularly. In this video, we're pulling back the curtain on what actually worked, what was a complete waste of time, and the brutal lessons we learned the hard way. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/0znN_1sKL6o 📊 IN THIS VIDEO: - Which monetization methods generated real income vs empty promises - The biggest mistakes that cost us thousands of dollars - Why some "proven" strategies completely flopped for us - What we'd do differently if we started over today - The truth about blogging income nobody talks about 🕒 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to Our Monetization Journey 00:44 Early Monetization Efforts 01:43 Platform-Specific Monetization 05:00 Product Launches and Merchandising 07:11 Service-Based Income and Virtual Events 08:57 Passive Income Strategies 13:15 Biggest Wins and Epic Fails 13:53 Conclusion and Future Plans 💬 Which monetization method are YOU currently using? Drop a comment and let us know if it's working or if you're struggling - we'll share our honest take! Watch Next: Get ready for blogging Super Bowl season: https://youtu.be/LqGpbBekG08 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #blogging #makemoneyonline | |||
| We Tested Substack for 1 Year, Lost Thousands of Followers (What We Learned) | 24 Oct 2025 | 00:22:13 | |
After spending a full year on Substack full-time, we're sharing our completely honest experience and why we're already planning our exit strategy. From why we avoided the platform for years to our hot takes on its future, this is everything we learned about Substack as creators. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/YJaDLfSucF0 📊 IN THIS VIDEO: • Why we waited years to join Substack • Our real follower loss numbers and what caused it • Who Substack actually works for (and who should avoid it) • Our complete exit strategy breakdown • Predictions for Substack's future 🕒 TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:53 Why We Avoided Substack Initially 01:15 How to Make Money on Substack (Our Results) 03:55 Substack Problems and Struggles 06:34 Substack Growth Issues (Losing Followers) 10:47 Who Should Use Substack (and Who Shouldn't) 13:53 Why We're Leaving Substack (Exit Strategy) 16:03 Substack Future Predictions and Hot Takes 20:43 Conclusion and What's Next 💬 TELL US YOUR EXPERIENCE: Are you on Substack? Thinking about joining? Drop your questions or experiences in the comments - we read and respond to everything! 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content in the age of AI. 🔔 New videos every Tuesday and Friday! 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h #SubstackCreators #SubstackNewsletter #BloggingIn2025 #CreatorEconomy #ContentStrategy | |||
| Why We Switched Email Providers + NEW Newsletter Strategy | 21 Oct 2025 | 00:18:12 | |
We're completely changing our email marketing approach and sharing exactly why. Our content creator email strategy is changing, from switching email providers to redefining our newsletter goals. We're documenting our journey toward building genuine relationships with our community instead of just chasing clicks. 🎯 What we cover:
Watch the video: https://youtu.be/7JJIPkpQ-xA?si=6MPh_YlI3YMionh2 ⏰ TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Overhaul Announcement 00:41 Challenges with Substack 02:34 Switching Email Providers 03:47 Victoria's Email Provider Journey 04:32 Francesca's Email Provider Journey 07:58 New Email Strategy Goals 10:02 Implementing the New Strategy 11:58 Growing and Maintaining the Email List 17:00 Conclusion and Next Steps 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Intentional Social Media for Bloggers: Strategy Over Burnout | 17 Oct 2025 | 00:11:50 | |
Tired of creating endless social media content that gets you nowhere? We were too. For months, we burned ourselves out trying to build followers on every platform with no real strategy, posting the same content everywhere, and completely ignoring what actually works on each platform. Then we made a crucial shift: we stopped chasing followers and started focusing on driving actual blog traffic. The transformation was incredible. In this episode of The Branding Fix, we're sharing our complete social media strategy overhaul: how we went from scattered content creation to purposeful blog promotion, why understanding platform culture changed everything, and the exact approach that's now consistently driving readers to our blogs. You'll learn how to audit your current social media approach, develop platform-specific strategies that actually work, and create content with a real purpose behind every post. No more posting just to post. this is about making your social media work for your blog. Watch the video instead here: https://youtu.be/A_b-cEi2GU0 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Our Social Media Struggles 00:55 The Old Way: What Wasn't Working 02:09 Burnout and the Mindset Shift 05:16 New Strategy: Promoting the Blog 07:42 Auditing and Analyzing Social Media 10:50 Conclusion and Next Steps 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Our Blog Post Update Checklist That Boosted Our Traffic 5x | 14 Oct 2025 | 00:12:27 | |
We just cracked the code on blog post optimization, and the results have been incredible! In this episode of The Branding Fix, we're sharing our complete 8-step checklist for updating old blog posts that took our traffic from struggling to thriving. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/u3imIZLpW6A What you'll learn:
This isn't just theory, see real examples from our own blogs and the traffic results that followed. Whether you're a solo blogger or building a content empire, this checklist will transform your content optimization game. Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:43 The Importance of Updating Old Blog Posts 01:21 Step-by-Step Blog Post Update Checklist 01:24 Step 1: Understanding Search Intent 01:55 Step 2: Updating Titles and Meta Descriptions 02:36 Step 3: Value-First Content 03:20 Step 4: Sharing Personal Wins and Fails 03:41 Step 5: Removing Fluff 04:44 Step 6: Strategic Interlinking 05:28 Step 7: Using Original Photography 06:23 Step 8: Final SEO Check 08:00 Real Results from Updating Blog Posts 11:24 Conclusion 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Blogging Strategy: How to Audit and Revamp Posts for Success | 10 Oct 2025 | 00:08:57 | |
Struggling to decide which blog posts deserve your time and which ones are holding you back? In this episode, we’re sharing our exact framework for auditing 500+ blog posts and making smart, strategic decisions about what to update, archive, or delete completely. We’ll break down our systematic approach using real data from both our blogs, showing you how to analyze traffic trends, assess brand alignment, and calculate the ROI of every content update. You’ll learn which metrics actually matter, how to avoid wasting time on posts that will never perform, and how to future-proof your blog in the age of AI. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:33 Meet the Branding Fix Team 00:46 Content Strategy Session Begins 01:06 Analyzing Blog Post Performance 03:03 Deciding What to Update, Archive, or Delete 04:46 Personal Insights and Examples 07:04 Final Tips and Conclusion 08:22 Wrap-Up and Next Steps 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Blogging Super Bowl Season: Strategies to Boost Traffic and Income | 08 Oct 2025 | 00:10:47 | |
In this episode, we unveil our 90-day blueprint to turn blogs into high-traffic platforms during the 'Blogging Super Bowl' season, which coincides with the NFL season from fall to winter. We'll cover strategies for updating and promoting content to maximize views and income, including content planning, holiday promotions, and leveraging social media and email marketing. We emphasize the importance of structure, user intent, and value in blog posts, while also sharing practical tips on interlinking, pruning unnecessary content, and engaging readers through strategic email campaigns. Join us to learn how to prepare and succeed in this high-traffic season. Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/LqGpbBekG08?si=-7z4vZiGbDUUoQ3v 00:00 Introduction to the 90-Day Blogging Game Plan 00:43 Understanding Blogging Super Bowl Season 01:19 Content Planning and Promotion Strategies 02:19 Updating Holiday and Seasonal Content 04:25 Importance of Content Structure and Internal Linking 05:38 Focusing on Value and Search Intent 06:46 Real-Time Social Media Promotion 07:37 Leveraging Email Marketing 09:03 Final Blueprint and Key Takeaways 10:14 Conclusion and Community Engagement 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Why Your Content Planning System Is Probably Too Complicated | 14 Apr 2026 | 00:22:37 | |
In this episode of The Branding Fix, we’re talking about the organization trap so many content creators fall into: building elaborate planning systems that look productive but actually eat up the time and energy you need to create. We share our completely different organizational styles, how one of us leaned too far into complex digital systems while the other stayed deeply analog, and how we’ve found a middle ground that actually works. We get into Notion, paper planning, notes apps, calendars, collaboration, and the real question behind all of it: is your system helping you publish, or is it just giving you more admin work? This is the episode for creators who want simpler, more functional ways to plan content without turning organization into a full-time job. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/cu0tPJEIQ5Y TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Why Our Content Organization System Failed 01:18 The "Second Brain" Trap (And Why It Backfires) 03:19 How to Simplify Your Content Workflow 04:17 Paper Planning for Content Creators 05:57 iPhone Notes + Calendar System for Creators 08:50 Index Cards for Fast Idea Capture 10:28 Why Tagging in Notion Is Overrated 12:40 Simple Notion Setup for Team Collaboration 14:00 How to Use Notion Without the Complexity 17:16 Creating More vs. Organizing More 19:44 Our New Content Organization System 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| Our REAL Blog Traffic Revealed: 90-Day Analytics Showdown (+ Next Quarter Goals!) | 06 Oct 2025 | 00:14:44 | |
We're pulling back the curtain on our REAL blogging analytics! In this quarterly review, we're sharing our current blogging journey and comparing our last 90 days of blog traffic to the previous quarter, sharing raw numbers, what actually worked (and what completely flopped), plus our ambitious goals for the next 90 days. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:54 Victoria's Blog Performance Breakdown 04:19 Francesca's Blog Performance Breakdown 07:23 Shocking Insights and Reflections 10:24 Goals for the Next 90 Days 13:43 Conclusion and Next Steps If you want to see exactly how we're preparing our blogs for the busy season and achieving these goals, hit subscribe and join our journey rebuilding our blogs in the age of AI! Drop your own blog goals in the comments, let’s co-work and grow together! 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h | |||
| Top 5 Must-Have Blogging Tools for Rapid Growth | 23 Sep 2025 | 00:09:38 | |
In this episode of The Branding Fix we share our five essential blogging tools to save time and grow our blogs effectively. We also discuss the vital role of each tool, starting with Canva for creative design, Notion for content planning, ManyChat for automated social media engagement, Descript for quick video and audio editing, and CapCut for on-the-go video editing. We provide insights into how these tools can streamline blogging tasks, enhance productivity, and boost audience engagement, making blogging more efficient and less overwhelming. Tune in to learn about each tool's benefit and discover hacks to optimize your blogging journey. 00:00 Introduction to Must-Have Blogging Tools 00:44 Tool 1: Canva - The Ultimate Design Tool 01:49 Tool 2: Notion - Organize Your Content Ideas 03:27 Tool 3: Many Chats - Automate Your Social Media 05:18 Tool 4: Descript - Simplify Video and Audio Editing 07:12 Tool 5: Cap Cut - Efficient Mobile Video Editing 08:53 Conclusion and Next Steps 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| Plan Your Fall Curriculum for Blogging & YouTube: Strategies on Repurposing, SEO, Engaging Content | 06 Sep 2025 | 00:43:57 | |
Join us as we create a personalized curriculum tailored for bloggers and YouTubers for the fall semester. We break down essential strategies from repurposing content to seasonal marketing, original photography, SEO tips, and community building. Learn how to breathe new life into your existing content, engage your audience, and what trends to focus on this season. Perfect for content creators looking to freshen up their approach and make the most out of their blogging and YouTube channels. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| 10 Blogging Mistakes We Made Starting Our Blogs (That You Can Skip) | 02 Sep 2025 | 00:46:02 | |
Are you starting a blog or looking to grow your existing one? Don’t make these 10 blogging mistakes we made! Learn from our mistakes because we're sharing the biggest pitfalls we’ve encountered (and still see others making) so you can set your blog up for success—especially in the age of AI. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| The ONE Thing Holding Back Your Blog! Find out How to Achieve A Stunning Blog & Make Money Fast | 29 Aug 2025 | 00:45:20 | |
We're revealing the one thing holding you back from making money with your blog! Discover why overthinking your blog's design might be stalling your success and learn 9 amazing steps to fix it. This episode covers the pitfalls of comparison, the importance of starting over perfection, and practical tips like limiting your color palette, using global styles, and leaning into original photography. So whether you're a newbie or a seasoned blogger, this video will help you elevate your blog game and kickstart your path to profitability! 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| Feeling Stuck with Your Blog? Signs It's Time to Start Fresh and Without Losing Everything! | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:27:00 | |
Feeling like your blog is outdated, slow, or just not growing? Before you hit the delete button, we are sharing the signs that indicate it's time to start fresh. Discover if your blog's setup is holding you back and learn the steps to restart without losing all your hard work. So join us as we cover everything you need to know to give your blog a clean slate, improve performance, and possibly save your passion for blogging while setting it up for success so you can make money online. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| How to Do Free Keyword Research for Your Blog Using Google, Social Media, and More! | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:22:30 | |
In this video, you'll learn how to conduct keyword research for your blog without spending a dime on expensive tools. We'll explore free methods using Google, Pinterest, YouTube, and social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok to find what real readers are searching for. Follow along as we use a baking and lifestyle blog as our example, covering everything from delicious recipes to crochet tutorials and mental health prompts. Perfect for beginners looking to create content that resonates and drives traffic to their blog. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| WordPress for Beginners [PART 7] FREE Kadence Page Designs to Get You Up Fast | 20 Aug 2025 | 00:39:51 | |
Learn how to customize and design your homepage, about page, and contact page using WordPress and Kadence blocks. We will also set up a dedicated blog page. This tutorial takes you step-by-step through the design process, including setting background colors, adding images, adjusting text, and ensuring everything looks great on mobile devices while still being great for SEO. By the end of the video, your blog will be fully optimized and ready to engage your readers effectively. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| WordPress for Beginners [PART 6] Design Your Blog for Success NOW | 18 Aug 2025 | 00:21:57 | |
In this WordPress for beginners tutorial, we'll guide you step-by-step on how to customize your blog's single post page, archive page, and create a sidebar for a better user experience. Learn tips to improve website speed, boost SEO, and increase your blog traffic and revenue using the customizer for a more aesthetic and functional blog layout. Don't miss out on our tips on enabling/disabling features, setting up for future success, and getting everything ready for mobile and desktop views! 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| WordPress Blog Tutorial for Beginners [PART 5] Create and Optimize Your First Blog Post Fast | 15 Aug 2025 | 00:29:13 | |
In this WordPress blog post tutorial for beginners, we're guiding you through the process of creating and optimizing your first blog post. We start by setting up the blog post with a personal origin story and then walk you through detailed steps on how to draft and structure your content. We cover essential SEO practices, including the use of headings, meta descriptions, and keywords. Additionally, we demonstrate how to optimize images for SEO and ensure your post is search-engine-ready. Finally, we share instructions on categorizing and publishing your post. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| The Money Wake-Up Call Every Content Creator Needs | 13 Apr 2026 | 00:09:41 | |
In this episode of The Branding Fix, we’re talking about the money wake-up call that hits so many content creators during tax season. This conversation is really about the shift from casually creating content to thinking like a business owner. We get into why you need to track your expenses, make more intentional investments, think about return on investment instead of impulse decisions, separate your business finances early, and start building systems that support revenue instead of chaos. If you’ve been treating your content like “just a hobby” while still hoping it turns into income, this episode is the mindset reset. 👇 JOIN THE FIX YOUR BRAND CHALLENGE: 💼 ABOUT THE BRANDING FIX: We're two solo bloggers documenting how we rebuild and future-proof our content and brand. 🔔 New videos every Friday! Live co-working every Monday at 10am EST. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED: - Get 15 Free Brand Boards: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/branding-boards - Get 3 Free Lightroom Presets: https://thebrandingfix.myflodesk.com/u860o8ig3h Subscribe for more branding tips: https://www.youtube.com/@thebrandingfix?sub_confirmation=1 | |||
| Wordpress Blog Tutorial for Beginners [PART 4] Master Categories for Traffic and Income Growth! | 13 Aug 2025 | 00:19:37 | |
Understanding WordPress categories and tags is crucial for your blog's success. Learn how these elements help search engines understand your site's structure, making your content more discoverable and increasing your traffic and income. In this video, you will learn the differences between categories and tags, how to use them effectively without overloading your site, and gain insights into optimizing them for SEO. Additionally, we will be sharing a step-by-step WordPress tutorial on setting up categories, complete with real-world examples, to help you prepare your blog for higher traffic and increased income. 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| WordPress Blog Tutorial for Beginners [PART 3] Get Your Site Ready for Success | 11 Aug 2025 | 00:41:13 | |
Welcome to our WordPress Tutorial for Beginners series! In Part 3 of our course, we are sharing the essential WordPress plugins to supercharge your site and get your blog set up for success so you can make money online. We share 9 essential plugins you need to start your blogging journey on the right path and ensure your site is optimized, secure, and ready for growth. This step-by-step WordPress tutorial covers everything from security and optimization to backups, SEO, and analytics. Plus, we'll guide you through the installation and setup process step-by-step, ensuring you're fully equipped to take your blog to the next level. Don't miss out on these game-changing tools that will make managing your WordPress site a breeze! 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| WordPress for Beginners [Part 2] Customize Your Blog FAST with Free Templates | 08 Aug 2025 | 00:30:40 | |
In our WordPress tutorial for beginners, part 2, we are customizing your website and blog using the Kadence theme and free starter templates. We'll guide you step-by-step through installing the Kadence theme, importing a free blog template, and how to quickly clean up unnecessary pages, plugins, posts, and media from your installed template. Then we will walk you through creating your site icon and logo using Canva, and customizing your colors, fonts, header, and footer to ensure your blog is not only functional but visually appealing, helping you get started with your blogging journey. Be sure to watch the next video in this series for plugins and more if you're serious about blogging to make money! 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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| Wordpress Tutorial for Beginners [PART 1] How to Start Your Money-Making Blog | 06 Aug 2025 | 00:20:28 | |
In this WordPress tutorial for beginners, we're sharing a step-by-step guide to get your money-making blog set up using WordPress.org. First, we'll discuss the significant differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org, especially in terms of hosting, customization, cost structures, monetization, scalability, and performance. Then we'll show you how to purchase a domain, set up hosting on Big Scoots, and get your WordPress installation up and running. Finally, you'll get an overview of the WordPress dashboard and essential settings to help you get started on the right foot. Stay tuned for more in this series, where we’ll cover customization options and much more! 🧠 New episodes weekly. 🛋 Cozy vibes. Honest convos. Real strategy. 🎧 Also available wherever you get your podcasts. Visit our website: https://www.thebrandingfix.com FREEBIES TO GET STARTED
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