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Ways You Can Make Money Through Blogging

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Over the years, the possibilities of making money have increased dramatically. In fact, you can earn income through things you wouldn't have ever expected. One of these methods is blogging. The original form of social media is one of the best ways to generate a passive income online. 

 

Blogging is nothing like it used to be in the past, so newcomers may feel a little intimidated getting into the swing of things. What's more is that you might not know where to start either. But don't worry; we've done the research and compiled the most relevant information to help get you started. In this post, we'll be covering a few easy ways you can make money through blogging.

 

Find a Niche That's Profitable

Before any blogger can generate revenue, they must first find a profitable niche for themselves. A niche is a specialty or field of interest that caters to a specific audience. Each niche has its own audience that varies in size. Some aren't as populated while others have an audience ranging in the millions. Since you're new and want to start making money right away, it's best to choose a niche that's never going to be out of style. Here's a quick list of niches that are always trending:

  • Personal financing
  • Cooking
  • Pets
  • Health and wellness
  • Digital marketing
  • Dating
  • Self-care

Pets, cooking, and self-care are niches that will never stop trending. Make sure to research each niche you're interested in, so you have a better idea of what you'll be doing.

Build Your Own Website

Having your own website dedicated to the niche you've chosen can make people more likely to defer to you. However, building a strong and professional website isn't something that's done overnight. In fact, the entire process can up to two months or more depending on how you go about it. If you plan on hiring someone to do it for you, you'll also have to consider how much you're going to spend. 

This expense can cost you thousands, so you might not be able to personally finance it. However, you're not exactly out of options; you can take out a personal loan to cover it. A personal loan is the most flexible type of financing that you can use to purchase anything. But before applying for one, it's critical you know the ins and outs of what they are. There are detailed online guides you can review before applying.

Take Advantage of Affiliate Marketing

Affiliate marketing is basically a form of paid promotion. You choose a product or service, make a post about it, and then earn a commission based on how many people click your link and make a purchase. In fact, affiliate marketers can make money if they play their cards right. Additionally, it's a great way to become a relevant source of information for your chosen niche as you'll be backed by reputable sponsors. If you're going with pets, you can become an affiliate marketer for companies such as Chewy, or you can promote pet products listed on Amazon.

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Emma Drew

Emma has spent over 15 years sharing her expertise in making and saving money, inspiring thousands to take control of their finances. After paying off £15,000 in credit card debt, she turned her side hustles into a full-time career in 2015. Her award-winning blog, recognized as the UK's best money-making blog for three years, has made her a trusted voice, with features on BBC TV, BBC radio, and more.

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