A blogging niche shows your readers that you’re an expert in your chosen topic, because it’s the only subject you’re covering. It can be very specific, like the food scene in NYC, or it can be very broad, like family travel. When I first started blogging, I agonized over the direction I wanted to take…
About the Author
Kathy Haan
Kathy Haan is a staff writer at Fit Small Business focusing on online business. She is also a business coach where since 2010, she’s helped women all over the world launch and scale online coaching businesses. Kathy is also a lifestyle blogger and influencer.
How to Start a Lifestyle Blog
A lifestyle blog allows a blogger to showcase their expertise and passions in a variety of niches without feeling stuck on writing about one topic. It’s the perfect solution for passionate creators who have lots of messages to share with the world. You can start a lifestyle blog for free or at a very low-cost….
How to Do Keyword Research for Your Blog
When learning how to do keyword research for your blog, you may be a little nervous that it’s too technical. However, you’ll find there are many free and paid tools that make keyword research super easy to study your competition. From there, you can create more valuable blog posts based on keywords they’re ranking for….
6 Best Microphones for Podcasting for 2020
Picking the right microphone is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for your podcast. While no microphone can save a bad performance on the part of the host, the wrong microphone can ruin a good performance. And the right microphone for you depends greatly on your unique situation. How to Choose the Best…
The Ultimate Guide to Creating a Personal Brand
When someone asks for an expert in your niche, you want your name to be the one that rolls off their tongue. To become the expert people think of right away, you need know how to create your personal brand—but building a personal brand isn’t something that happens overnight. It can take years to build,…
What Is a Podcast & How Does Podcasting Work?
A podcast is an on-demand audio program that’s distributed via the internet to computers and mobile devices. Podcasts cover various topics including current events, pop culture, fictional stories, and historical documentaries. Although many established media brands create popular podcasts, anyone can create and distribute podcasts. How Podcasting Works All podcasts start with recording the audio….
How to Make Money Podcasting in 2020
Like YouTube, podcasting has come a long way since its creation. This year, podcasts are expected to reach $1 billion in revenue. Entrepreneurs have learned how to make money podcasting through a variety of listener-generated and advertiser-generated income streams. Most earn pocket money, but a select few earn a comfortable living. 1. Crowdfunding & Donations…
Ultimate Guide to the Best Podcasting Equipment 2020
Podcasting has a very low entry cost. You can record, edit, and distribute a podcast by turning your smartphone or computer into podcasting equipment. To create a podcast with higher sound quality, you can purchase sound-isolating microphones and headphones for around $50 each, and audio editing software for $20 per month. Podcasting Equipment List: What…
6 Best Podcasting Software of 2020
As a podcaster, you need a variety of podcast software solutions to operate your show smoothly. Audio/video recording, streaming, editing, VoIP communications, and project management tools are the most common needs of today’s podcast host. We evaluated dozens of solutions to select the best programs for each task. Best Podcast Software for 2020 How We…
How to Start a Successful Affiliate Program in 5 Steps
Learning how to start an affiliate program is relatively easy with the right preparation. You’ll need to create an attractive commission rate, recruit affiliates, and provide marketing materials to make it easy for affiliates to promote your products. If you’re successful, you could potentially see revenue increase by 30% just by starting an affiliate program….
How to Sell & Market Your Online Course
Learning how to sell an online course requires you to create an online presence and provide value to your ideal customer profile. You’ll also need to craft your messaging so that when you write copy, it speaks directly to your avatar. Successful course creators use sales funnels to help sell more products and services. 1….
Hootsuite vs Buffer: Price, Features & What’s Best in 2020
Hootsuite and Buffer both offer easy-to-use social media scheduling features for small businesses. The major difference is that Hootsuite offers unlimited scheduled posts with its paid plans, while Buffer allows up to 2,000. Comparing Hootsuite vs Buffer, Hootsuite is best for active small businesses on multiple platforms, while Buffer’s best for budget-conscious online businesses. When…
