After nearly four years, more than 200 episodes, and countless meaningful conversations, The Ultimate Blog Podcast is coming to a close. In this final episode, Amy and Jennifer sit down to reflect on their incredible podcast journey. They’re sharing the lessons they’ve learned, the community they’ve built, and the gratitude they feel for everyone who’s tuned in along the way. If The Ultimate Blog Podcast has encouraged you on your blogging journey, please join the email list to stay in touch!...
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After nearly four years, more than 200 episodes, and countless meaningful conversations, The Ultimate Blog Podcast is coming to a close. In this final episode, Amy and Jennifer sit down to reflect on their incredible podcast journey. They’re sharing the lessons they’ve learned, the community they’ve built, and the gratitude they feel for everyone who’s tuned in along the way. If The Ultimate Blog Podcast has encouraged you on your blogging journey, please join the email list to stay in touch!...
After nearly four years, more than 200 episodes, and countless meaningful conversations, The Ultimate Blog Podcast is coming to a close. In this final episode, Amy and Jennifer sit down to reflect on their incredible podcast journey. They’re sharing the lessons they’ve learned, the community they’ve built, and the gratitude they feel for everyone who’s tuned in along the way. If The Ultimate Blog Podcast has encouraged you on your blogging journey, please join the email list to stay in touch!...
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by blogging, from the endless to-do list, the constant stream of advice, or the pressure to be present on every platform… then this conversation is for you. In this 200th episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer share some encouragement and practical strategies about what blogging success really looks like – because you can have a successful blog and an enjoyable life! 🎧 Episode 193: Create a Weekly Blog Workflow That Works for Your Life 🎧 Episode...
When you first start a blog, it’s easy to get caught up in all the advice out there. Strategies, algorithms, SEO tips, content calendars… it can feel like a never-ending list of things you “have to do” in order to succeed. But in this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy is here to give you a pep talk: your blogging voice matters more than any perfect strategy. Tune in to reconnect with your “why” and get the encouragement you need to keep going on your blogging journey. 💻 Join The Ultim...
Do you have your content calendar ready for the next three months? If not, don’t worry! Whether you’re headed into Quarter 4 or you’re planning ahead for any season, looking at your blog through a 90-day lens can make content planning feel manageable instead of overwhelming. In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy walks you through a simple system for planning 3 months of content that keeps you consistent, gives you clarity, and (most importantly) leaves room for flexibility. 💻 Join...
If you’ve been putting in long hours on your blog but still feel stuck, you’re not alone. So many bloggers tell us, “I’m working so hard, but I’m just not seeing the progress I thought I would by now.” But the truth is that sometimes it’s not about doing more. It’s about letting go of the things that are secretly holding you back. In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Jennifer shares three things you can release right now to move forward and actually make progress with your bl...
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...
After nearly four years, more than 200 episodes, and countless meaningful conversations, The Ultimate Blog Podcast is coming to a close. In this final episode, Amy and Jennifer sit down to reflect on their incredible podcast journey. They’re sharing the lessons they’ve learned, the community they’ve built, and the gratitude they feel for everyone who’s tuned in along the way. If The Ultimate Blog Podcast has encouraged you on your blogging journey, please join the email list to stay in touch!...
