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...

Are you a teacher who wants a better way to make some extra money, or a creative outlet that helps people? Blogging might be perfect for you – and summer is a great time to get started. Tune in to hear why teachers are uniquely positioned to start profitable blogs, how to set yourself up for success this summer so you can maintain your blogging business year-round, and what resources you can use to get started. ☀️Get the Summer Startup Checklist 🔗Start your blog today→ Join The Ultimate...

If you’ve been in the blogging world for a while, you know how much things have changed—and if you’re just getting started, you might be overwhelmed by everything you “think” you need to do. In this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer sit down with blogging and business coach Jenny Melrose to dive into the future of blogging and how AI can be a game-changer for creators. Jenny, who started blogging in 2010, has seen blogging shift from casual content sharing to strategic, b...

We love it when we get to chat with members of our Ultimate Blog Roadmap community — and today, we’re excited to introduce you to Wendy Schneider, the creative force behind Flairfully Yours. Wendy’s story is one of self-discovery, career pivots, and finding the courage to finally build something of her own. Tune in to hear why she started her blog, how she niched down, and what strategies she’s using to break up her big ideas into content that grows her business. 🔗Start your blog today→ Join ...

Content burnout is real, especially for bloggers juggling blog posts, social media, email marketing, and more. The pressure to constantly create fresh content can feel overwhelming. But what if you could get more content out of every blog post you write? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Krystle Straub, shared on the Ultimate Blog Podcast. She’s an expert in content repurposing who shares her best strategies for turning one blog post into multiple pieces of content – saving you time an...

On this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer are bringing things full circle with someone they helped with their blog years ago– and who continues to inspire them today. Stephanie Bruno, owner of Sweet Savory and Steph, is here to share how she grew a thriving blog from scratch, while juggling work, family, and life – and how she’s even created her own greens powder product. Tune in to be inspired on your blogging journey! 🔗Try Kit for email marketing Get our 8 Step Guide to...

If you’ve spent any amount of time blogging, you’ve probably heard about SEO (search engine optimization) and how important it is for improving your blog’s ranking on Google. But how do you make SEO work for you now and in the future? On today’s episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer interviewed Carolyn Shelby, a Principal SEO from Yoast, to break it all down. Carolyn is sharing Yoast SEO basics, simple tips to improve your ranking and get more readers, and how we can arm ours...

If you’ve been thinking about starting a blog but feel unsure about whether or not you can do it, you’re not alone. Many aspiring bloggers face doubts about their skills, tech knowledge, and ability to build a successful online presence. But as Amy, co-host of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, shares in this special episode, blogging is about so much more than just writing posts — it’s a journey of growth, confidence, and opportunity. Tune in to be inspired by all the unexpected things Amy has learn...