Blogging can feel like a juggling act. Without a plan or the right systems in place, it’s easy to get overwhelmed and feel like you’re always behind. That’s exactly why Amy and Jennifer have fallen in love with a few blogging tools that help them stay organized, focused, and sane. Tune into this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast to hear three of their go-to tools they use every week. Whether you’re brand new to blogging or several years in, these are simple, beginner-friendly tools t...

When you’re a blogger, your to-do list can feel endless: researching, content creation, editing, social media, and more can take up all of your time. If you’ve ever found yourself weighed down with questions of what to work on today, or felt pressed for time… there’s a simple strategy that can help you feel more in control. Tune into this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast to learn how content batching can help you feel more organized, less overwhelmed, and a whole lot more productive (even...

Building a blogging business takes passion, persistence, and a whole lot of planning – and no one embodies that better than today’s guest, Yessi, the creator of Joyful Yessi. What started as a YouTube channel has grown into both a thriving blog and a business, all while balancing her roles as a teacher, homeschooling mom, and wife. Amy and Jennifer had the joy of chatting with Yessi on The Ultimate Blog Podcast about her journey from YouTube to blogging, and how she’s intentionally growing ...

Have you ever scribbled down endless blogging to-do lists on sticky notes, feeling scattered and like you’re holding everything in your brain? You’re not alone. Many bloggers start with great intentions in their workday, but end up overwhelmed, burned out, and unsure of what to prioritize. That’s why having a plan is so important. On this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer share how to create a weekly blog workflow that works for your life. Tune in to learn the four key bu...

When it comes to the crowded world of food blogging, your photos can make or break your success. On this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer chat with Melodee Fiske, founder of Pretty Focused and host of the Pretty Focused Podcast, about how food bloggers can take photos that not only look amazing but actually help their blogs grow. Whether you’re brand-new to photography or you’ve been snapping pics for years, Melodee’s food photography tips will inspire you to grab your c...

If you’ve ever wondered how real moms manage to start and grow a successful blog while juggling work, family, and everything in between, this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast is for you. We sat down with Ultimate Blog Roadmap member Pam Worth, the creator of The Lifestyle Notes, to talk about the ups and downs of blogging as a full-time teacher, busy mom of three, and passionate wellness advocate. Tune in for practical time management tips to help you finally start and grow the blog you’v...

If you’ve ever felt like email marketing is dead, or like you need a huge email list to really dig into email marketing – you’re not alone. But the truth is that you can start utilizing your email list with just a few people on it – and in fact, you should! This episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast is the final part of our email series. Amy is here to bust some common myths and share what’s actually working when it comes to email marketing for bloggers. Whether you're just getting started or ...

If you've been wondering why your email list isn’t growing – or feeling stuck because your freebie just isn’t converting – you’re not alone. We hear this all the time from both beginner and experienced bloggers: “I created a lead magnet, added a signup form to my site… but no one’s joining my email list!” Sound familiar? Here’s the good news: you don’t need to overhaul your blog or reinvent the wheel. This episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast is the second part of our email series w...

alone. It's one of the most common questions from bloggers inside the Ultimate Blog Roadmap. So in this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer are kicking off a three-part email series to help you grow your list with purpose – starting with what to send when you’re just getting started. Tune in to take the pressure off and make email feel a little more doable! 🔗Check out the show notes for this episode! 🎉 Grab our free guide, Your First 500 Subscribers: A Simple Guide to G...

Monetizing your blog doesn’t have to mean chasing trends or writing product reviews for things you’ve never even used. Just ask Dr. Tonya Lawson, a musician turned blogger, passive income strategist, and SEO educator who’s built a business by sharing what she truly cares about. In this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, we interview Dr. Tonya Lawson about how she’s turned her blogs into income streams through passive affiliate income. From coffee to clarinets to garden beds, Tonya has fi...

If you're holding off on monetizing your blog until you have more traffic, a bigger email list, or a massive social media following, take this as your wakeup call. This episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast is part three of our three-part series all about making your first $100 blogging. Amy and Jennifer are busting the myth that you have to be a “big” blogger before you can start earning money, and sharing how you can monetize from day one. Check out the show notes for this week's episode! ...

If you’ve been thinking about how to start making money from your blog but aren’t sure where to begin, you’re in the right place. In this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, you’ll hear part two of our three-part series all about making your first $100 blogging. We’ll break down three beginner-friendly monetization methods to help you find the one that fits your niche, strengths, and style. Check out the show notes for this week's episode! If you haven’t listened to part one, make sure to l...

If you’re a beginner blogger wondering when – or if – you’ll ever start making money, you’re not alone. Whether you’ve been blogging for a few weeks or a few years, turning your blog into a source of income might feel like something only the bloggers with a big following get to do. But the truth is you don’t need thousands of pageviews or a huge amount of content to start earning money. In this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, we’re kicking off a three-part series all about making your...

If there’s one thing bloggers can’t get enough of, it’s Pinterest talk – especially when it comes with expert insights. That’s why we’re so excited to welcome back Pinterest expert Tony Hill on The Ultimate Blog Podcast to talk about the state of Pinterest today. Tony is here to break down current trends, how things are evolving, and what bloggers can do this summer to get ahead. Whether you’ve been pinning for years or you’re wondering if it’s still worth the effort, this episode is packed w...

If the world of SEO is feeling like the wild, wild west to you right now, you’re not alone. That’s why we are thrilled to welcome back SEO expert Casey Markee of MediaWyse on The Ultimate Blog Podcast to break down what’s really going on – and how bloggers can thrive despite the volatility of SEO. Tune in to hear the latest on Google’s updates, what types of blogs are most affected, and what you can do to improve your rankings. Whether you’re just getting started or have been blogging for y...

On this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Bree Pair – podcast host, blogger supporter, and founder of Thrive. Bree is a coach for content creators, founder of Thrive, and host of the Thrive Podcast. We dove into one of the biggest topics bloggers are curious about but often struggle with: brand deals. If you’ve ever wondered about what to charge, how to get started working with brands, or the red flags of brand deals to avoid, tune in to this one! ☀️Get the...

If looking at the data on the backend of your blog overwhelms you, you’re not alone. But using data to make decisions in your blogging business is crucial – and on this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, Ally Anderson is breaking down the basics you need to know. Ally is a data-backed marketing strategist who helps business owners figure out what’s working in their marketing – and what’s not – so they can stop wasting time and start seeing results. Tune in to hear why knowing your data is ...

If you’ve ever gotten lost in a book, teared up during a movie, or felt instantly connected to a stranger online because of something they shared – you’ve felt the power of storytelling in action. But did you know there’s actual science behind why our brains respond so strongly to stories? In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, we interviewed writer and storytelling expert Susan Lovett about the neuroscience of storytelling – why our brains are hardwired for it, how it shapes our decis...

One of the most common reasons people start blogging is because they love to write.But we don’t often talk about how storytelling can actually make your blog (and your business) more impactful. In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, we interviewed Jessica Graham, brand story strategist for entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and small businesses, to explore why weaving personal stories into your blog posts matters – especially in a world filled with SEO strategies, algorithms, and AI-generated ...

If the phrase “search engine optimization” makes you break into a sweat, you’re not alone. SEO feels intimidating for a lot of bloggers and small business owners… but it doesn’t have to be. On this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, we Interviewed Bekah Read, SEO educator and founder of Rebecca Read Creative, to talk about how to make SEO doable, effective, and stress-free. Tune in to learn how to use SEO without getting overwhelmed! 📸 Grab your checklist for image optimization 💻 Gra...