Explore every episode of the podcast The Ultimate Blog Podcast
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| The Power of Digital Products in Your Blogging Business with Tammy Overhoff | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:47:43 | |
Today, we’re excited to welcome our guest, Tammy Overhoff! Tammy is the owner and author of the successful blog Organize Yourself Skinny. She shares the journey of building her blog from a hobby in 2011 to a career that allowed her to leave her full time job and spend more time with her kids. She’s sharing how she built her blog over the past 13 years and what she’s learned along the way, from listening to your audience to understand what digital products they need from you, to pivoting when what you’re doing isn’t working. If you want to turn your blog and digital products into your main source of income, tune in to be inspired and learn practical tips from Tammy! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode142 | |||
| The Reset Mindset with Penny Zenker | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:33:14 | |
We are excited to welcome Penny Zenker on today! She is sharing more about focus and productivity which is crucial for entrepreneurs facing burnout. Penny Zenker is known as “The Focusologist.” She’s a sought after international keynote speaker and best-selling author. Penny is sharing more about focus and productivity which is crucial for entrepreneurs facing burnout. She shares insights on eliminating distractions, perfectionism, and self-sabotage to maximize results. Penny introduces her new book, “The Reset Mindset,” and outlines a three-step practice: Recognize, Get Perspective, and Realign and Execute. We talk about the importance of managing focus and energy, nurturing existing connections, and adopting practical strategies like the 80/20 rule and daily planning methods to enhance productive and achieve greater satisfaction. If you feel like you are hitting a point of burnout, tune in to hear the insights that Penny has to share! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode141 | |||
| ADA Compliance: What it is, Who it Benefits and Why Bloggers Need to Do it with Nina Clapperton | 25 Jun 2024 | 00:50:30 | |
Is your blog ADA compliant? We welcomed Nina Clapperton, SEO expert and travel blogger, back on to share more about the critical importance of website accessibility. She shares her personal experiences with disabilities and highlights the tools she uses to navigate websites. She emphasized that 97% of websites are not accessible to people with disabilities, causing 71% of disabled users to leave inaccessible sites. Nina provided practical tips, such as using alt text for images, employing color contrast tools, and ensuring clear markers for interactive text. She also introduced the “spoon theory” to explain the limited energy individuals with disabilities have for navigating websites, advocating for inclusive design. This episode was so impactful and one that every blogger needs to take a listen to! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode132 | |||
| Find your blogging community with The Blog Depot | 04 Oct 2022 | 00:15:39 | |
Have you ever wished you had a community in blogging? If so, this podcast episode today is just for you. Since this episode aired, our original beginner program, The Blog Depot, has been retired. But the good news? It’s been completely reimagined and expanded into something so much better... The Ultimate Blog Roadmap! If you’re looking for updated guidance and the support to make it happen, check out our episode all about The Ultimate Blog Roadmap What's inside The Ultimate Blog Roadmap?
Join The Ultimate Blog Roadmap SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode42 | |||
| Simplifying Creating Content | 27 Sep 2022 | 00:20:25 | |
It’s Amy today and I’m here for a solo. A common question we get from students is “How will I know what to continue talking about?” or “Am I going to run out of things to talk about?” Today I am going to be talking with you about simplifying creating content. It does not have to be hard. I know it can feel that way when you sit down to write content but I want to help you break this down so that it is not difficult. I’m going to be going through the ways you can simplify this so that you don’t feel stuck when creating that content for your blog. Thanks for listening! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in today's episode! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Check out The Blog Depot. This is a community and course that we have set up for you if you need questions answered before you start your blog. Join the waitlist for The Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, our online course and coaching that helps you build the blog that you have always dreamed of. SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode41 | |||
| Myths, FAQs, and tips on creating content for your blog | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:25:07 | |
Hey there! It’s Jennifer and I’m doing a solo today. Today I’m talking all about creating content for your blog. We often get asked by people who are just getting started in blogging, “how do I write content?” Today I want to share some myths with you about content as well as address frequently asked questions and give you some tips on creating content for your blog. Check out the show notes (link below) for more information including links and resources mentioned in this episode! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Check out The Blog Depot. This is a community and course that we have set up for you if you need questions answered before you start your blog. Join the waitlist for The Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, our online course and coaching that helps you build the blog that you have always dreamed of. SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode40 | |||
| How to avoid burnout with Vanda Aubrey | 13 Sep 2022 | 00:31:59 | |
Running a business and doing all of the other things you have on your plate can lead to burnout if we don’t have the right tools to prevent it. Today our guest, Vanda Aubrey, is here talking all about how to avoid burnout. We chat with Vanda about setting yourself up for success so you don’t experience burnout, having too many things on your plate, staying focused on your goals, signs of burnout and what to look for, what we can do when we feel that burnout, tips for prioritizing sleep, and how Vanda helps her clients. Understanding burnout and what we can do about it is so important when thinking about starting a blog. Tune in to hear all of the helpful tips that Vanda has to share. Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Check out The Blog Depot. This is a community and course that we have set up for you if you need questions answered before you start your blog. Join the waitlist for The Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, our online course and coaching that helps you build the blog that you have always dreamed of. SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode39 | |||
| 7 ways to create a good user experience for your blog | 06 Sep 2022 | 00:25:34 | |
Have you ever thought about the user experience with your blog? It is so important to be sure that you are providing a good user experience for your readers. If your blog is hard to read, the readers can’t find what they are looking for, or your page speed is slow, readers may click off. We want to share with you today seven ways to create good user experience for your blog. We hope you find these tips helpful! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Check out The Blog Depot. This is a community and course that we have set up for you if you need questions answered before you start your blog. Join the waitlist for The Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, our online course and coaching that helps you build the blog that you have always dreamed of. SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode38 | |||
| Running your blog as a business and the goals and motivations behind your blog with Ashton Smith | 30 Aug 2022 | 00:47:58 | |
Why are you blogging? What is your motivation behind it? What goals do you have? Do you think of it as a business or is it a hobby? Ashton Smith, founder of The Awakening Co and our business coach, is here today sharing more about the mindset behind blogging as a business, focusing on our goals, remembering the why behind our business (remembering that can change over time), and paying attention to our own motivations and what we want. She shares so much advice with us and we hope that you walk away from this episode encouraged and inspired when thinking about your motivations behind your blog. Thanks for tuning in! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts The doors for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp are open! Sign up HERE! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode37 | |||
| Why you need to start a blog | 23 Aug 2022 | 00:26:57 | |
If you are tuning in to this episode, it’s likely that you have considered starting a blog. We want to encourage you today on the reasons we feel like starting a blog may be the next best step for you. Whether you are newly thinking about starting your blog or have been thinking about it for some time, we hope that you walk away from this episode encouraged to take that leap of faith. As always, we are always here to answer any questions. Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts or check out the show notes for more resources mentioned in this episode to help you along your journey! Don’t forget! If you need questions answered before you start your blog and you aren’t quite ready to join the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, check out The Blog Depot, our online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode36 | |||
| How to Pitch Yourself to Work With Brands with Candice Ward | 16 Aug 2022 | 00:42:15 | |
Are you a blogger who has been wanting to work with brands? If so, this is the episode for you. Candice Ward is a self-made baker, food photographer, and blogger. With 10 years of experience in corporate sales prior to being a blogger, she has the skills to teach us how to pitch to work with brands. She shares her expertise on the show today! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog and you aren’t quite ready to join the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode35 | |||
| The Importance of a Self-Hosted Website | 09 Aug 2022 | 00:26:24 | |
Should you have your blog on a self-hosted website? What does that mean and why is it important? Today, we are breaking it down for you and sharing why it is important that your biog is on a self-hosted website. We share the advantages and things to consider when choosing between hosted or self-hosted and why we believe you should be on a self-hosted site from the beginning. If the tech side of this overwhelms you, listen in and know that you can do this — and we can help! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog and you aren’t quite ready to join the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode34 | |||
| How to Use a Podcast With Your Blog with Hannah Clark | 02 Aug 2022 | 00:35:34 | |
Is launching a podcast something you plan to do to go along with your blog? If so, you are going to want to tune in to this episode. Today, we have our very own podcast manager on the podcast sharing how to use a podcast with your blog. Hannah Clark has been managing our podcast since the beginning. She helped us with launch and handles the overall management of it and we wanted her to come share her knowledge of podcasting today. We chat with Hannah about the niche of your podcast, how people consume content, the basics of launching a podcast including what you need to get started, show notes and their importance, repurposing blog content to podcast content, how long it takes to launch, monetizing your podcast, tips for growing your show, and how a podcast manager can help! If you have been wanting to launch a podcast, this episode is for you! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog and you aren’t quite ready to join the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode33 | |||
| Creating a Pinterest Ads Strategy with Heather Farris | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:38:37 | |
Are you using Pinterest ads? Pinterest is a powerful platform for bloggers and business owners looking to promote their content and products. We have Heather Farris, a Pinterest ads expert, on to provide insight on Pinterest ads. She shares her journey from Pinterest user to successful Pinterest strategist. Heather shares effective strategies, including targeting, budgeting, and measuring ad performance. She also highlights the benefits of running ads for digital products and blog posts, and gives practical advice for bloggers! Tune in to hear all of the value that Heather brings. SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode131 | |||
| The Foundations of Blogging | 26 Jul 2022 | 00:34:16 | |
Hey there! Today we are going to be talking with you about the foundations of blogging. The foundations of blogging are so important. When you first think about blogging, you may not think of these things so we want to be sure you know the importance of these foundations of blogging and we also share with you why these foundations are important when creating a blog. If you are thinking about starting a blog, be sure to tune in to make sure you have these foundations in place. All of these foundations are taught in the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp. If you aren’t quite ready to join the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp and need questions answered before you start your blog, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode32 | |||
| An Ultimate Blog Bootcamp Success Story: Liz Olberding | 19 Jul 2022 | 00:44:00 | |
Today we are chatting with Liz Olberding. Liz is an alum of the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, our course for teaching you how to start your blog. She is also now a member of our membership community and we love having her as a part of it! Liz has been blogging for 6 months now and today she shares with us her journey to blogging, how the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp helped her in her journey, the growth that happens as a blogger. Liz shares how she navigates her schedule with kids at home, a job, and blogging, too! She shares her goals for blogging and Liz even shares advice to new bloggers or those who are thinking about starting a blog! If you are thinking about starting a blog, be sure to tune in to Liz’s episode. Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode31 | |||
| Whitney Bower shares why your blog should be trademarked | 12 Jul 2022 | 00:41:59 | |
Should your blog be trademarked? These are the things that we don’t always want to think about but realizing how important it is can help. Our guest today, Whitney Bower, is an intellectual property lawyer who specializes in trademark and copyright. She has made it her mission to help the social media entrepreneurs, including bloggers. Whitney shares why bloggers need to be trademarked, how to find out if your blog name is already taken, when we should start the application process (earlier the better), how long it takes to become trademarked, intent to use (ITU) filing, the risks of not being trademarked, and how you can go about getting a trademark. Whitney shares valuable information with you that you can benefit from. She shares how you can work with her (one on one or through her course) in order to be sure that your brand/blog is trademarked. Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode30 | |||
| Jamie Lieberman shares her insight on the legal side of having a blog | 05 Jul 2022 | 00:44:18 | |
Jamie Lieberman, the owner and founder of Hashtag Legal, is here today to share her expertise on the legal side of having a blog. Hashtag Legal is a law firm that works with business owners in the online space and provides legal services for bloggers. Jamie shares the three things that she recommends a beginner blogger have in place to protect themselves, thinking about your blog as a business vs. a hobby, LLCs, trademarks, naming your blog, copyright law, what to do if someone copies your blog post, and the things to have in place legally when setting up your website (privacy polices, disclaimers, disclosures, etc.) Jamie is a wealth of knowledge and shares so much valuable information that can help us all. Tune in to hear everything she has to share. Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode29 | |||
| Money mindset & habits to keep in mind when building your blogging business with Angela Hacche | 28 Jun 2022 | 01:00:21 | |
Today we have money coach, Angela Hacche, on the Ultimate Blog Podcast talking with us about money mindset and money habits. Angela shares with us how to have positive thoughts surrounding money, limiting beliefs that come up when talking about money, setting money goals, long-term vision for your business, mindset, and small money habits to set you up for success. If you are wanting to start a blog but wondering if this investment is the right one for you, check out this episode to hear Angela share lots of insight! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode28 | |||
| A conversation about mindset, confidence, and encouragement to push forward in your blogging business with Melissa Pepin | 21 Jun 2022 | 00:43:43 | |
Melissa Pepin is a confidence coach for female founders and she is on the podcast today sharing a lot about mindset, confidence, and encouragement that can help you push forward with your blogging business. Melissa has been in entrepreneurship for nearly 17 years, starting out as a photographer and then moved into coaching as a confidence coach. She is so motivating in today’s episode and shares so much value that we know will help you whether you are thinking about blogging or already a seasoned blogger. Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts If you need questions answered before you start your blog, check out The Blog Depot, an online course and membership community! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode27 | |||
| Creating an Online Course with Lindsay Bowden | 14 Jun 2022 | 00:39:13 | |
Have you ever thought about creating an online course in addition to your blog? Lindsay Bowden is here today to chat with us about how creating an online course is a great tool. We chat about how she got started, who is a good candidate to be a course creator, figuring out the topic of your online course, and if you should have a certain amount of blog traffic or social media traffic before creating a course. We also chat about having the course completely ready vs. building it based on feedback from your beta launch, pricing, market research, what platform she recommends, costs to create a course, and mini offers. Lindsay also shares information on the time commitment involved with creating a course, marketing the course, evergreen vs. live launch, and passive income. This episode is full of so many helpful tips for anyone who is considering creating a course. Be sure to tune in to hear all of the key takeaways and check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode26 | |||
| An Ultimate Blog Bootcamp Success Story: Brittany Glynn | 07 Jun 2022 | 00:40:38 | |
On today’s episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, we had the opportunity to chat with Brittany Glynn. Brittany is one of our former students from the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, and part of our Ultimate Blog Membership. Today we have a very real and honest conversation about blogging and motherhood. Brittany shares her journey to blogging (down to the exact moment that she knew she needed to start a blog), shares how she loves being a voice for others through the encouragement and inspiration of blogging, how she manages her time blogging and taking care of her family, and the importance of community in this space. Tune in to hear all of the key takeaways from this episode! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode25 | |||
| Amy Williams Shares Her Insight on Blogging | 31 May 2022 | 00:49:50 | |
Today we are chatting with Amy Williams from “My Name is Snickerdoodle”. Amy has so much insight into blogging. She has been blogging since 2005 and today she is sharing her journey, insight, and perspective into blogging. Tune in as we chat with Amy about community, comparison, mindset, your why for your business, and the two tips that she would share with a new blogger! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode24 | |||
| Spillt - A New Wordpress Plugin for Food Bloggers with Ann and Maddy Baum | 24 May 2022 | 00:36:04 | |
Ann and Maddy Baum have created a Wordpress plugin, Spillt, that is going to be a game-changer for food bloggers. Tune in as they explain how this plugin not only benefits consumers of blogs but the blogger as well! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode23 | |||
| 3 Ways to Stay Positive as You Grow Your Blog | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:20:17 | |
How is your mindset when it comes to your blog? Amy here, and I'm doing a solo on the importance of maintaining a positive mindset as you grow your blog. I want you to focus on staying connected to your purpose, avoiding negativity, and focusing on what works. It's important to also build a supportive community. I hope this episode encourages you to stay resilient, make data-driven decisions, and continuously adapt to achieve success! Blogging is such a gift but we can have bad days with any job, so I hope that this episode helps you to keep a positive mindset! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode130 | |||
| An Ultimate Blog Bootcamp Success Story: Jennifer Alastanos | 17 May 2022 | 00:29:31 | |
Today we are chatting with Jennifer Alastanos. Jen is a former student of ours in the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp. We chat all about the success that she has had since joining and launching her blog in November 2021. Jen shares how she structures her blogging schedule with still having a full-time job, how she stays motivated to keep going, and offers encouragement to a new blogger. If you are wondering how you can get started blogging, listen in to Jen’s story! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode22 | |||
| How to Find the Confidence to Start a Blog and Battle Imposter Syndrome with Life Coach, Lyndsey Chambers | 10 May 2022 | 01:01:55 | |
Do you want to start a blog but don’t feel that confidence in yourself? Maybe you are thinking about it but imposter syndrome is sneaking in. Our guest today is here to help you with that. Lyndsey Chambers is a mindset and life coach who loves helping women find their authentic selves and to be unapologetic and confident. She gives advice on how to find the confidence to start a blog and to battle the imposter syndrome that comes along with starting your own business. We chat about how the comparison to others that we put on ourselves, the stories we tell ourselves, the importance of being in community with others, and remembering your “why”. She brings the tips and tools that you need to dive in and start the blog that you have been dreaming of! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode21 | |||
| Corry Frazier on Brand Photography and How It Can Impact Your Blog | 03 May 2022 | 00:45:41 | |
What is brand photography and how can it impact your blog? We have brand photographer, Corry Frazier, on the podcast today sharing that and so much more. Corry works with different types of business owners, including bloggers, and she is here sharing her knowledge and expertise on the importance of brand photography, the five branding questions you should ask and share with your photographer when taking brand photos, tips for finding the right photographer, how often she recommends getting brand photography, and tips for feeling more comfortable at a brand photography session. Corry provides so much insight into brand photography and how it can truly impact your business and your blog. Be sure to tune in! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode20 | |||
| Social Media and Your Blog with Ashleigh Henry | 26 Apr 2022 | 00:55:36 | |
We are so excited to share this episode with you all today. Ashleigh Henry is our guest today and she is a marketing and sales consultant - a social media guru. She shares so much insight on social media and how it relates to your blog, how consistency can look different for everybody, how often you should show up on social media, and where to focus your efforts on social media. We also chat about social media scheduling tools, boundaries, the purpose of having a “close friends” list on Instagram, and the first step to getting started and being more intentional on social media. This episode is packed full of valuable information. Tune in to hear more! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode19 | |||
| How to Create a Cookbook with Chelsea Cole | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:42:42 | |
Chelsea Cole is back on the podcast today chatting with us about how to create a cookbook. Chelsea self-published 2 cookbooks and now teaches others how to self-publish their own cookbooks through her program, The Cookbook Lab. In today’s episode we cover, how Chelsea self-published her cookbooks, what she teaches her students in the Cookbook Lab, what it looks like to self-publish, and the benefits of creating a cookbook. If you have ever thought about creating a cookbook or just want to learn more about what it takes, tune in to today’s episode! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode18 | |||
| An Open and Honest Conversation about Starting a Blog | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:29:50 | |
Hey there! Today we are diving into some deep feelings that we have about being a blogger.This is an open and honest conversation about what it takes to be a blogger, the sacrifices that you have to make, and the responsibilities that you take on with blogging. We want you to hear the commitment that is so important to make when you are starting a blog but how very possible this life can be for you too. This episode is packed full of tips and helpful content for those of you thinking about starting a blog or even those of you who have a blog already. Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode17 | |||
| Time Management Tips with Courtney Wolf | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:45:57 | |
On today’s episode we are chatting with Courtney Wolf. Courtney is a certified time management coach and a mom to four kids under five. Courtney shares valuable advice on how we can work on time management in our lives, how implementing structure can actually allow freedom in your life and how to keep our schedule when other things come up. She also shares how to work on goals or plans when we don’t follow through with, the mindset shift that we need to start making better habits that help us be productive with our time, and how she organizes her week to stay on task. This episode is going to be so helpful for those of you who want to start a blog but feel like you don’t have the time or those of you who may have a blog already but feel like you need better time management to get everything done. Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode16 | |||
| Amy's Blogging Journey | 29 Mar 2022 | 00:27:24 | |
Hey there! It’s Amy here and today I am solo. I am sharing with you all about my blogging journey and what led me to where I am today. It is truly amazing how things worked out and the things that led me to starting my blog, Beautifully Broken Journey, and the business that I run with Jennifer, Spark Media Concepts. Listen in as I share this journey with you! Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode15 | |||
| From Chef to Food Photographer and Full-time Blogger with Krista Stechman | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:34:47 | |
Former student, Krista Stechman, is joining us on the podcast today. Krista is a blogger for “In Krista’s Kitchen” and joined the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp in 2021. We talk about her success as a now full-time blogger. Krista has a unique journey to blogging that led her to becoming a successful now full-time blogger. Take a listen as we chat with her about Foodtography school, her success as a full-time blogger, and tips that she has to share. Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode14 | |||
| 8 Habits for Success | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:33:28 | |
Today we are talking all about habits! We have 8 habits for success that we want to share with you. Whether you are just starting your blogging journey or have been on it for a while, we believe it is important to develop habits for success. Listen in and utilize a few of these to help you on your journey. Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Check out the show notes (link below) for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode13 | |||
| Unlocking the Possibility of What a Membership Can Add to Your Blogging Business | 04 Jun 2024 | 00:43:19 | |
Have you ever considered starting a membership? We are joined by Jen Matichuk from Memberful, as she shares more about creating and managing memberships for content creators. We discuss the origin of Memberful, Jen’s work, and the importance of building a community and providing value to your audience. We dive into the membership components, such as exclusive content and community platforms. Jen emphasizes starting small, listening to feedback, and the technicalities of Memberful, underscoring the platform’s role in creating intimate audience connections. If you have ever considered starting a membership, this episode is for you! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode129 | |||
| How Elizabeth Amell Used Her Personal Experiences to Help Others Through Blogging | 08 Mar 2022 | 00:44:39 | |
Today we are chatting with a former student of the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, Elizabeth Amell. Elizabeth is here sharing her success story on how she used the personal experiences in her life to help others through blogging. Her story is such a powerful one that we know that you will benefit from. Tune in to hear us talk with Elizabeth about her journey to blogging, how her blogs have transformed since she first started, her experience in the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp, and the inspiration that she has to share with you. Thanks for listening! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Thinking about starting a blog? Check out the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode12 | |||
| Whitney Bond on Working with Brands | 01 Mar 2022 | 01:08:35 | |
Are you interesting in working with brands on your blog? Today’s guest is here talking all about working with brands. Whitney Bond has been blogging since 2011. We chat about her journey to blogging, how she got her brand partnerships, connecting with your audience, the things you need to reach out to brands, and staying authentic to yourself when finding these brands. Whitney shares a lot of valuable tips and even a few funny stories that led her to where she is today. Be sure to tune in! Let us know what you thought of this episode on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode11 | |||
| Chelsea Cole on Income Streams as a Blogger | 22 Feb 2022 | 00:53:38 | |
Hey there! On today’s episode, we are chatting with Chelsea Cole from the blog, A Duck’s Oven. This is such a great episode and so inspiring to hear how Chelsea went from starting blogging to different careers and how her journey led her back to blogging and now blogging full-time. We talk about niching down, Chelsea’s income streams and how there are always a lot of different ways to make money, serving others through your products/blog, where to start when first starting out as a blogger trying to make money, and how to figure out where to focus your time and energy. This is definitely an episode that has a lot of good information and so helpful to hear other’s journeys. Tune in to hear Chelsea’s inspiring story! Let us know what you thought of this episode on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts
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| Using Pinterest as a Blogger with Kate Ahl | 15 Feb 2022 | 00:58:31 | |
On today’s episode, we sat down with Kate Ahl, Pinterest guru and owner of Simple Pin Media. She is here answering all of our questions about Pinterest as it relates to blogging. We cover the things that a blogger needs to do and think about when starting to use Pinterest for their blog, optimizing your account, Pinterest strategy and tactics, idea pins vs. static pins, and Kate even shares information about how bloggers can now earn money through Pinterest. If you are thinking of using Pinterest as a way to drive traffic to your blog, check out this episode with Kate! Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Let us know what you thought of this episode on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode9 | |||
| Finding your avatar and niche | 08 Feb 2022 | 00:17:28 | |
Hey there! It’s Amy here and I am solo on today’s episode. I want to focus on your avatar and niche today. I know a lot of people say they don’t want to niche down when they are first starting out but just listen to today’s episode to hear why it’s important to determine who you are talking to with your avatar and what topic they want to hear through your niche. I will explain to you the importance of this and tips on finding your niche. It is so very important to know you are talking to and how you can help your audience with your blog so tune in to hear more! Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Let us know what you thought of today’s episode on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode8 | |||
| Jennifer's Blogging Journey | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:30:50 | |
Hey there! It’s Jennifer here and I am solo on today’s episode, sharing all about my blogging journey and what led me to where I am today. I hope my story can bring you encouragement. A key takeaway I want you to hear while you are listening is that it doesn’t matter what age you are or where you’re at in your life, it is okay to start something new. It’s never too late to chase your dreams. Listen in as I tell my story from accountant to SAHM to successful blogger. I had this dream inside of me to start my own business and I am so thankful that blogging was the business that I started. Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Let us know what you thought of this episode on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode7 | |||
| Affiliate Marketing and Sponsored Posts with Shanna Hutcheson | 25 Jan 2022 | 00:50:28 | |
Today we are chatting with Shanna Hutcheson. We met Shanna in 2018 when she allowed us to do her blog and we’ve been connected with her ever since. Today we are chatting about affiliate marketing and sponsored posts and Shanna has a lot of insight to share on these topics! If you are wondering about sponsored posts and affiliate marketing, this episode is for you! Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode! Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode6 | |||
| Top 5 mistakes that bloggers make | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:16:02 | |
What are the top 5 mistakes that we see bloggers make? While there are more than just 5 mistakes that bloggers can make, these 5 are the ones we feel a lot of bloggers make. Tune in to today’s episode to hear what those mistakes are and head over to Instagram and let us know if you are making these mistakes. We would love to connect with you! @sparkmediaconcepts Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode. Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode5 | |||
| How to Make Money Blogging | 11 Jan 2022 | 00:20:46 | |
We are answering a question that we get asked often…How do you make money blogging? But really, how do you make money blogging? There are several ways that you can make money blogging and we want to help you choose the right way that makes sense for you and your blog. The possibilities are truly endless. Tune in to hear all of the ways that we share! Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode. Thanks for being here and being a part of this community! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts or share this episode with your friends! Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode4 | |||
| Success Story: How Jordan Smith went from hobby blogger to full-time blogger | 04 Jan 2022 | 00:44:32 | |
Today we are chatting with Jordan. Jordan is a former student of the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp (a course that we have designed to help those who are wanting to start a blog or who have started but need extra help). Jordan chats with us about her journey to start blogging, when she joined the Bootcamp and how it benefited her, and how she became successful with her blog. Jordan even shares how her day looks now as a full-time blogger and how blogging allows for the freedom and flexibility in her schedule. Jordan shares valuable advice that a new blogger would want to hear starting out. Join us today to hear Jordan’s success story. Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode. Thanks for being here and a part of this community! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts or share this episode with your friends! Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode3 | |||
| 100K Celebration: Your Questions Answered! | 28 May 2024 | 00:36:40 | |
You asked, and we answered! In celebrating over 100,000 downloads for the podcast, we wanted to hear from YOU! We asked you all to send in your questions via Speakpipe and today we are answer 5 of those questions right here on the podcast! Tune in as we answer your blogging questions! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode128 | |||
| 8 Benefits of Blogging | 04 Jan 2022 | 00:20:50 | |
Today we wanted to chat with you about why we chose blogging over a traditional career. Blogging isn’t necessarily something that either of us planned on doing but when the opportunity presented itself, we went for it! Although blogging isn’t a traditional career path, it is something that can be a career for you and provide a full-time income. From flexibility to learning and growing, there are so many reasons why becoming a blogger is a great career path. Tune in to hear the top 8 of our favorite benefits of being bloggers! Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode. Thanks for being here and a part of this community! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts or share this episode with your friends! Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode2 | |||
| Welcome to the Ultimate Blog Podcast! | 15 Dec 2021 | 00:19:28 | |
Welcome to the first episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast! We are so excited you are here. This podcast is something we have wanted to do for a very long time and we have finally hit record. Our goal is to share helpful tips and tricks with women who are wanting to start a blog or who already have a blog that they want to improve. We are both bloggers and we want to have open and honest conversations with you about what it looks like to be a blogger and how you can grow and improve your blog. Today we want to chat with you about our story and how we got started, how we met, and how the company we own together got started and how we can help you. Check out the show notes for links and resources mentioned in this episode. Thanks for being here and a part of this community! Connect with us on Instagram: @sparkmediaconcepts or share this episode with your friends! Interested in starting a blog? Join our waitlist for the Ultimate Blog Bootcamp! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode1 | |||
| How Katie Kimball's Blogging Needs Inspired Her Husband to Create The Blog Fixer | 21 May 2024 | 00:40:16 | |
On this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, we have the pleasure of interviewing Katie and Kris Kimball, the dynamic duo behind The Blog Fixer, a service that aids bloggers with technical issues. Katie shares where story about her shift into the world of blogging and Kris shares how his expertise in technology provided support for her blog, which ultimately led to The Blog Fixer. We dive into blogging obstacles that The Blog Fixer can help and also talk more about things like the significance of user experience and SEO and accessibility. This was an incredible episode that we hope can help provide further support for your blog. Also, be sure to tune in to hear a special offer that Kris and Katie are offering to our listeners! SHOW NOTES: www.sparkmediaconcepts.com/episode127 | |||