Thrive: The Podcast for Bloggers & Influencers Thrive

Are you looking for motivation to keep growing your blog? Today's guest is the encouragement you may need! Jessica Camerata is the author and owner of An Indigo Day, a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle blog that provides practical tips for her audience.

Since launching her blog in 2011, she's gone through the ups and downs that come with blogging, but is a prime example of why it's so important to create a sustainable business. Listen in as she shares how she turned An Indigo Day from a creative outlet to her full-time job. She shares the value of SEO, branding, and intentional strategies in order to build a business that you not only love, but also serves you.

Today's episode is brought to you by Link Whisper: Did you know that it's important to add internal links to your blog posts? You'll not only see a boost in your page views from your viewers clicking the links, you're also signaling to Google that you are an expert on this topic, which helps you rank higher. Link Whisper is the tool that will plug into your blog that will help you utilize this strategy! Head to the link below and use the code THRIVE.
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Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes!
Find it Quickly 1:42 -Meet Jessica
2:46 - An Indigo Day
8:51 - Evergreen Content
15:11 - Staying Motivated and Managing Content
20:10 - Content Recirculation
22:47 - Blogging Strategies and Insights
24:25 - Blogger Lifestyle and Career
27:04 - Navigating Revenue Streams in Blogging
29:36 - Advocating for Your Blog in the Influencer Space
33:20 - Diversifying Your Online Presence Beyond Social Media
35:56 - The Future of Blogging and Affiliate Platforms



 


Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger Society Thrive's Youtube Channel Thrive Facebook Community Shift Connect with Jessica
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If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community! 

Most of the time when business owners are drowning in work, but have yet to hire someone, it's not budget or timing, it's fear. Has fear stopped you from growing your business before? Today I'm sharing my own experience in asking for help and hiring team members.
This episode was inspired by a post on Threads by @52cardsocial.
👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start
Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! 
Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/256
If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm.

Mentioned in this Episode
The Profitable Blogger Society Thrive's Youtube Channel Thrive Facebook Community Shift instagram.com/52cardsocial

While we've seen major shifts in the influencer and creator space over the last few years, one strategy has still stood the test of time. Networking. There is so much power in going to events, showing up, and building relationships. In today's episode, Alex Stewart joins us to share how her brand has grown and pivoted over the last few years and why she attributes a lot of her success to networking.

Today's episode is brought to you by Link Whisper:
Did you know that it's important to add internal links to your blog posts? You'll not only see a boost in your page views from your viewers clicking the links, you're also signaling to Google that you are an expert on this topic, which helps you rank higher. Link Whisper is the tool that will plug into your blog that will help you utilize this strategy! Head to the link below and use the code THRIVE.

Try Now >>
Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes!

Find it Quickly 0:57 - Meet Alex of Sassy Confetti4:35 - Alex's Journey: From Marketing to Influencer Empire

11:32 - Navigating Brand Partnerships and Influencer Marketing

15:39 - The Power of Networking and Community in Influencing

23:07 - Unlocking Influencer Success: Starting Small and Networking Smart

23:31 - The Power of Local Events and Personal Connections

24:15 - Leveraging Relationships in the Influencer World

26:28 - Navigating the Challenges of Content Creation and Self-Care

32:24 - Dealing with Haters: Strategies for Mental Well-being

38:25 - Embracing Real Life: The Journey Towards Authentic Content

40:07 - Wrapping Up: The Importance of Community and Self-Care

Resources Mentioned
The Profitable Blogger Society Thrive's Youtube Channel Thrive Facebook Community Shift Episode 243: Embrace Your Influence: Social Media Therapy Session with Harley Jordan
Connect with Alex

sassyconfetti.com Instagram: @sassyconfetti TikTok: @.sassyconfetti
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Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs!
Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today!
Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! 
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If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community! 

We've spent a bit of time discussing goal setting on the podcast, but what about how to go after those goals? In today's Thrive in Five episode, I'm sharing the 4-step method I use for hitting my goals!
👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start
Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! 
Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/254
If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm.

Mentioned in this Episode
The Profitable Blogger Society Thrive's Youtube Channel Thrive Facebook Community Shift 252: Do we need to set goals?

Are you loving the new look around here? We recently rebranded Thrive and all of our platforms! In today's episode I'm sharing how we determined it was time for a rebrand, why we rebranded, and what you should consider if you're wanting to rebrand!
Did you know that it's important to add internal links to your blog posts? You'll not only see a boost in your page views from your viewers clicking the links, you're also signaling to Google that you are an expert on this topic, which helps you rank higher. Link Whisper is the tool that will plug into your blog that will help you utilize this strategy! Head to the link below and use the code THRIVE.
Try Now >>

Resources Mentioned
The Profitable Blogger Society Thrive's Youtube Channel Thrive Facebook Community Shift The Happy Brand Studio New Thrive Branding New Shop & Merch New Masterclass New Podcast Cover & Music
Head to thrivetogether.blog/podcast for the show notes!
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Looking for more support? Check out our coaching programs!
Shift—If you've made more than $5k in the last 12-months, apply today!
Profitable Blogger Society—if you need help getting your foundation started, as well as knowing where to spend your time for the most growth! 
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If you're looking for a blogging & influencer community, then join us over on Facebook, the Thrive Blogging Community! 

Are goals important and do you really need to set them? When you're building something like a blog, a brand, or a business, setting goals will actually help you find success faster. In today's episode, we're exploring how to set goals using the SMART goals system! 
👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetogether.blog/start
Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram @ThriveTogetherBlog and ask her anything at all about growing your brand! 
Grab the show notes and watch this podcast here: https://thrivetogether.blog/252
If you have established a foundation for your brand, put in the effort to solidify your niche, start your audience growth, are creating amazing content, AND you've made over $5k in the last 12 months, then I want you to head to thrivetogether.blog/scale to get access to our invite-only class on how to increase your income without overwhelm.
Find it Quickly 1:17 - Setting SMART Goals
2:22 Specific: The Foundation of Effective Goals
3:03 Measurable: Adding Quantifiable Targets
3:54 Actionable: Ensuring Goals Lead to Action
5:00 Realistic: Aligning Goals with Reality
5:57 Time-Bound: Setting a Deadline for Your Goals
7:03 Applying SMART Goals and Seeking Support

Resources Mentioned The Profitable Blogger Society Thrive's Youtube Channel Thrive Facebook Community Shift