Creatives On Fire® Podcast | Blogging & Online Business Growth Strategies
Melanie Ferguson
The Go-To Podcast for Bloggers & Content Creators Who Want to Grow & Monetize their Online Business!
Hey, Hey my friend ~ Welcome to Creatives on Fire®!
Are you lost when it comes to creating content that both grows your audience and makes you money?
Do you stay awake at night wondering how to make more money without the constant hustle?
Wish you had more time and margin in your life?
Well, hey, I’m Melanie Ferguson, a six-figure blog owner who’s made many mistakes and felt the crushing weight and pressure of trying to do it all, growing my blog and social media to hundreds of thousands of followers, only to look up and have very little to no money to show for it.
Once I put a few key systems and strategies into place, everything changed for me. All of a sudden, I began to see consistent growth, I started making real money and had more time to do the things I want to do. Wanna learn how I did it?
In this podcast, you will learn how to:
-＞ Grow your audience without having to be on social media 24/7.
-＞ How to put proven systems in place to explode your online business growth.
-＞ How to make money online in multiple ways turning your audience into paying customers!
If you're ready, then grab your favorite notebook and pen. I’m about to show you how to take your online business to the next level and leave the overwhelm behind. Let’s G-O!
Some weeks I’ll share valuable bite-sized trainings you can implement right away; while other weeks we will learn from successful content creators who are on fire in their businesses.
Get ready to get your binge on!
Next Steps:
#1 Grab your copy of my new book Creatives on Fire : 71 Secrets to Making Money Online: Each chapter in this book is crafted to guide you through different stages of building and growing an online business, from the foundational steps of getting started to more advanced strategies for scaling and monetizing. 👉 https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/book
#2 Join us over inside FUEL: Level up your business with strategy, community, and fresh ideas. How does more balance, financial stability, and time freedom sound? Fuel for your content creation business is waiting for you… 👉 https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/fuel
#3 Book a call: Grab a spot on the calendar for us to take a deep dive into your creative business to find the missed opportunities, the areas for potential growth as well as put together a real strategy for you to work smarter not harder. Pick my brain and find out how I do things that are working for my business. Ask me anything. 👉 https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/one
2025 Content Planner: 👉 https://www.creativesonfirepodcast.com/planner
Hey, Hey my friend ~ Welcome to Creatives on Fire®!
Are you lost when it comes to creating content that both grows your audience and makes you money?
Do you stay awake at night wondering how to make more money without the constant hustle?
Wish you had more time and margin in your life?
Well, hey, I’m Melanie Ferguson, a six-figure blog owner who’s made many mistakes and felt the crushing weight and pressure of trying to do it all, growing my blog and social media to hundreds of thousands of followers, only to look up and have very little to no money to show for it.
Once I put a few key systems and strategies into place, everything changed for me. All of a sudden, I began to see consistent growth, I started making real money and had more time to do the things I want to do. Wanna learn how I did it?
In this podcast, you will learn how to:
-＞ Grow your audience without having to be on social media 24/7.
-＞ How to put proven systems in place to explode your online business growth.
-＞ How to make money online in multiple ways turning your audience into paying customers!
If you're ready, then grab your favorite notebook and pen. I’m about to show you how to take your online business to the next level and leave the overwhelm behind. Let’s G-O!
Some weeks I’ll share valuable bite-sized trainings you can implement right away; while other weeks we will learn from successful content creators who are on fire in their businesses.
Get ready to get your binge on!
Next Steps:
#1 Grab your copy of my new book Creatives on Fire : 71 Secrets to Making Money Online: Each chapter in this book is crafted to guide you through different stages of building and growing an online business, from the foundational steps of getting started to more advanced strategies for scaling and monetizing. 👉 https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/book
#2 Join us over inside FUEL: Level up your business with strategy, community, and fresh ideas. How does more balance, financial stability, and time freedom sound? Fuel for your content creation business is waiting for you… 👉 https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/fuel
#3 Book a call: Grab a spot on the calendar for us to take a deep dive into your creative business to find the missed opportunities, the areas for potential growth as well as put together a real strategy for you to work smarter not harder. Pick my brain and find out how I do things that are working for my business. Ask me anything. 👉 https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/one
2025 Content Planner: 👉 https://www.creativesonfirepodcast.com/planner
Episodes
Mentioned books
May 16, 2023 • 18min
91. Social Media Scoop with Melanie Ferguson
In this week's episode, Melanie Ferguson takes a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of social media. With a focus on keeping things simple and informative, Melanie provides her insights on various platforms she uses. Welcome to the latest episode of Creatives on Fire! Links and resources mentioned during this episode: 100+ FREE AI Blogger Prompts https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6463a4898c07c88f2e3a7dce Chat GPT is https://chat.openai.com/ Jasper AI is (aff link) https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/jasper Repurpose (aff link) https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/repurpose Lemon8 https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lemon8/id1498607143 Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode91 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
May 9, 2023 • 25min
90. Building Confidence by Taking Action with Dionne Woods
Dionne Woods is the creative genius behind the brand the Turquoise Iris. She is from Oklahoma City, OK where she shares her life with her husband Matt, and her two sons. Dionne has evolved from starting out as a furniture painter in 2010 to the full-blown creative entrepreneur of today. She runs 4 memberships, hosts multiple retreats, owns her own magazine The Turquoise Journal (hard copy and digital versions), and coaches others in the creative space. Her latest adventure is a video streaming network where she shares her talents alongside other makers over on a brand new platform called, Made TV Network. Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode90 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
May 2, 2023 • 33min
89. How to Turn What You Do Best into a Book with KariAnne Wood
KariAnne Wood is the author of the blog Thistlewood Farms and several best-selling books on Amazon. She has a true gift for decorating and sharing ideas and tips with others. She turned what she does best into multiple books and we will discuss them on this episode. KariAnne's newest book will include easy, 10-minute decorating ideas that anyone can do. Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode89 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
Apr 25, 2023 • 29min
88. Selling without Selling with Kate Doster
Kate Doster is the creator and instructor behind several amazing courses aimed at helping you grow your income. She has a top-selling course called Love your List and a most popular course called "Email Marketing Fairy where she teaches you how to be consistent with emailing in order to grow your business. Kate's approach to learning is refreshing and easy to follow. She shares her secrets to selling without selling and how you can duplicate her success. Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode88 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
Apr 18, 2023 • 19min
87. Pinterest Success Tips with Corey Hudson
Corey Hudson is the author of the blog Hudson Farmhouse as well as the business owner behind Hudson Design Co. where she helps others with their online design needs including Pinterest management. She has a course called the Profitable Pinterest Pinning course where she teaches you how to be consistent on the platform and play by Pinterest rules to grow your business. Corey's newest adventure includes running an in-person conference in Waco, TX with her biz buddy Kelly Ballard of City Girl Meets Farmboy to help educate bloggers on relevant topics to grow their online businesses. Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode87 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
Apr 11, 2023 • 16min
86. Inspiring and Encouraging with Josi Siefker of Paint Pixie
Josi Siefker is the spunky and inspiring creative owner behind the brand Paint Pixie. She has evolved from a painting contractor to a store owner to now an online business owner of an amazing line of paint brushes, paints, waxes, and molds. She encourages others through her energy and positive outlook on things. Listen in as she shares with us all about: Her best advice on staying motivated and keeping positive. How not to give up and never let age or circumstances get in your way. Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode86 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
Apr 4, 2023 • 22min
85. Finding the Confidence to Just Do It with Jill Rinner
Jill Rinner is the creative behind the brand Bungalow 47. She has been a multi-faceted business owner running a successful paint line, and vintage decor booth, as well as freelancing as a design consultant. Listen in as she shares with us all about: Her best advice is to find the confidence to follow your passion and do the thing that fuels you. Don't hesitate and keep going. Listen in to learn about her journey transitioning from brick and mortar to blogging to connect better with her customers. Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode85 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
Mar 28, 2023 • 24min
84. Southern Crush Craftathon™ Spring 2023
Join us for this year's Spring Event! Find all the details including presenters, sponsors, and prizes here: https://www.southerncrushathome.com/craftathon/ Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode84 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
Mar 21, 2023 • 25min
83. Using IG Stories to Your Advantage with Wesley Turner
This week, I am so excited to share Wesley Turner with you. Wesley's been at this for about 14 years with his businesses Farm Shenanigans, The Nested Fig, and Petal Pickers! He's all about home decor and decorating. Listen, if you do not know Wesley, you will today. And after today, you will be an avid, loyal, faithful follower. I promise. He's got an Instagram audience of over 122,000 people, and he's here to share his story along with his tips for using what we've got to our advantage. Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode83 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
Mar 14, 2023 • 8min
82. Comeback Episode
Welcome Back to the Podcast! Creatives on Fire is back and it is on "F-I-R-E!" I'm super thrilled to bring you a new season of the podcast to include a mix of the following: new interviews of creative business owners who are killing it in their field what's working now and what's not working exclusive brand interviews and a new segment called "where are they now?" where we will hear from past guests to find out what is going on in their businesses now! Whew! That's a lot! I hope you're here for it! Please leave a review using the instructions at https://creativesonfirereview.com Thanks for listening! I'd love to continue this conversation over on the Facebook Page or on Instagram. Talk to you soon! Content Planner for Creatives Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner FUEL Group Creatives on Fire™ FUEL https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode82 SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW I am honored to share a new Blogging Creative on Fire each week on the podcast to bring you inspiration, behind-the-scenes secrets, and quality tips. I hope it is truly helpful for you. One of the best ways you can bless me in return is to subscribe to the show and leave a review. By subscribing, you allow each episode to be downloaded straight to your phone which helps the download numbers and ensures you never miss an episode. And when you leave a review, you help show others the value of what we provide! You can GO HERE to subscribe and review!
