Directory Sites

Matt Schmidt
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Hi I’m Matt Schmidt and welcome to the Directory Sites Podcast. Join me for authentic conversations about the real challenges and opportunities in the directory site space, straight from someone who's in the trenches building one right now. What makes this podcast unique? You'll get unfiltered access to my journey building a directory site from the ground up. I share both victories and setbacks, bringing you actionable advice backed by real-world experience.

Episodes

  1. 04/16/2025

    5 Proven Ways to Monetize Your Directory Site

    Are you hitting a revenue plateau with your directory site? Discover 5 proven ways to monetize your directory platform and unlock its full earning potential. This video explores strategies beyond membership fees, helping you transform your directory business into a sustainable and profitable venture. Think of your directory site as a curated catalog or digital yellow pages—there are countless opportunities to generate revenue beyond traditional models.

    7 min

  2. 04/12/2025

    Master Admin Roles for Directory Success

    Master admin roles with ease using the powerful admin role permissions add-on for your directory site! 🚀 This Brilliant Directories feature empowers website owners to assign and manage specific administrative roles, ensuring enhanced security and streamlined workflows for any directory platform. Whether you're running a curated catalog of business listings or managing a SaaS solution for organized categories, this tool offers granular control over access. Think of it like a digital yellow pages: you decide who can view, edit, or manage key areas like user management, financial operations, and content updates.

    6 min

  3. 04/07/2025

    Advanced Post Moderation for Brilliant Directories

    By default your members have the option to publish and un-publish their posts on your website. The Advanced Post Moderation add-on allows you to decide how certain types of posts are published on your website.

    6 min

  4. 04/04/2025

    Directory Sites Are More Than Just Money

    The primary motivation for making directory sites isrevenue. But it can go beyond that from showcasing an areas business, building community or enhancing hobbies and interests.

    7 min

  5. 03/29/2025

    Claimable Business Listings Addon for Brilliant Directories

    As Brilliant Directories state on their website: "When they find their business profile on your website, they can pay your website to CLAIM that listing and take over the account and add more relevant information about their business."

    5 min

  6. 03/07/2025

    WordPress or Standalone Platform: Initial Setup

    HivePress is a lightweight WordPress plugin that transforms your site into a directory platform, leveraging WordPress's familiarity and extensive ecosystem while keeping costs lower. In contrast, Brilliant Directories is a standalone, all-in-one SaaS solution offering more specialized directory features out-of-the-box, but with higher monthly costs and a steeper learning curve for those unfamiliar with its proprietary system.

    10 min

  7. 12/08/2024

    Key Features of a Directory Website

    A directory website serves as a comprehensive digital catalog or listing platform that organizes and presents information about businesses, services, or resources in a structured manner. Essential features include an intuitive search and filtering system that allows users to quickly find specific listings based on categories, locations, or keywords. The platform should incorporate detailed listing pages where businesses can showcase their information, including contact details, operating hours, photos, and service descriptions. User reviews and ratings add social proof and help visitors make informed decisions.

    9 min

  8. 12/07/2024

    Launch a Niche Directory Website

    Discover the process of selecting, validating, and launching a niche directory website. Learn strategies for market research and that will help your directory stand out from day one.

    9 min
  • 8 Episodes

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About

Hi I’m Matt Schmidt and welcome to the Directory Sites Podcast. Join me for authentic conversations about the real challenges and opportunities in the directory site space, straight from someone who's in the trenches building one right now. What makes this podcast unique? You'll get unfiltered access to my journey building a directory site from the ground up. I share both victories and setbacks, bringing you actionable advice backed by real-world experience.

Information

  • Creator
    Matt Schmidt
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Matt Schmidt
  • Show Website
    Directory Sites

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