The Side Hustle Show 573: How I Grew My Hobby Travel Blogs to $50K Months in Just 3 Years
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Jul 20, 2023 AI Snips
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Pandemic Pivot
- Shelly Marmor started a dropshipping business selling dresses with pockets, but the pandemic halted sales.
- She then pivoted to travel blogging, inspired by other bloggers making money through affiliate marketing, particularly with Airbnb.
Niche Down for Success
- Focus on keyword research to identify low-competition, high-search-volume terms, or "unicorns."
- Niche down to cut through the competition and establish authority faster.
Keyword Targeting
- Target keywords related to traveler needs, like accommodation, activities, and safety.
- Use long-tail keywords (e.g., "things to do in X with kids") to find low-competition opportunities.