

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
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May 24, 2022 • 19min
61. How to Keep Your Day on Track with Melanie Ferguson
Today we’re going to talk about a simple method I use to keep my daily work productive. It is easy to feel completely overwhelmed by everything there is to do - creating content for alllll the social media platforms, responding to messages, writing blog posts - that I end up doing nothing! I’m sure you know what I’m talking about. If you’ve ever felt like this, then I hope you’ll find this episode helpful. I share my simple routine for optimizing my most productive working hours and prioritizing income-producing tasks every single day. This method allows me to know that I am continually making progress even when it seems like the to-do list isn’t getting any shorter. I hope this episode will assist you in making a plan that works for you and your business. 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/episode61 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 17, 2022 • 25min
60. The Do's and Don’ts of Selling a Blog with Jenny Melrose
In this episode, I talk to Jenny Melrose, who made the switch from school teacher to blogging teacher! After her blogging income outdid her teaching income, Jenny retired from teaching at the age of 35 and made the shift to teaching other people how to grow their blogs and their brand. Jenny eventually sold her original lifestyle blog and in our conversation, she shared lots of good tips for anyone looking to do the same. In the blogging world, Jenny is known as “the person who talks about sponsorship” and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to partnering with brands and building long-term relationships with them. 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/episode60 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 10, 2022 • 15min
59. Practical Ways to Avoid Creative Burnout with Melanie Ferguson
Today we’re talking about creative burnout. If you’re an entrepreneur or creative of any kind, you probably know exactly what I’m talking about, and if you don’t, there’s a good chance you’ll experience this at some point on your journey. Creative burnout occurs when we start to feel a loss of purpose or control in our businesses and fail to enjoy the journey. Creative burnout can happen to anyone, but the good news is there are a few practical things you can do in order to continue finding joy in what you do. Managing your time, learning from others, and being connected with others are all essential if you want to avoid creative burnout. 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/episode59 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 3, 2022 • 25min
58. How to Use Pinterest and Recipes to Drive Traffic to Your Blog with Jennifer Dempsey
Today I got to chat with Jenn Dempsey from the blog Mother Thyme. Jenn shared tons of amazing advice and tips and I think even the most seasoned bloggers will learn something from her! Jenn started blogging in 2011 and blogged exclusively about food. After experiencing blogger burnout a few years later, she completely pivoted and made the switch to lifestyle blogging. You’ll want to listen to hear more about how Jenn made this transition without losing her existing followers and how her old recipe posts are still driving a ton of traffic to her site! Jenn is a big Pinterest lover, and if you haven’t jumped on the Pinterest wagon yet, you’ll definitely want to after hearing Jenn talk about it. Lastly, Jenn jumped into the nitty-gritty of blogger burnout and shared some excellent tips for anyone facing similar challenges. 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/episode58 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 26, 2022 • 26min
57. How to Use Stories to Increase Your Reach with Hilary Prall
Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Hilary Prall. Hilary is an interior designer and blogger who loves to thrift and upcycle. Hilary worked retail for years but eventually needed a change. She turned to design and blogging and when that took off, she just kept going! Hilary keeps her content authentic and personable and is full of creative ideas. I loved hearing the ways Hilary is reaching new followers, selling some of her designs, and utilizing her social media accounts. Make sure you listen in for some great tips on making the most of Instagram stories, giving value to your followers, and a first-hand account of Pinterest lives. 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/episode57 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 19, 2022 • 19min
56. Blogging as a Full-Time "Hobby" with Ann Kittredge
Today you’ll get to hear from Ann Kittredge from Dabbling and Decorating! Ann is different from most of my guests because she sees blogging entirely as a (full-time) hobby and not as a job! I love Ann’s perspective on this because if you don’t love what you do, blogging can so easily become draining. When Ann and her husband retired about 10 years ago, Ann started a blog as a way to share her home decorating ideas and it took off from there! Ann does some really neat things, including a fun collaboration called “Thrifting with the Gals” and the sale of some of her DIYs. If you’re feeling like you need some joy back in your blog, make sure to listen in as Ann shares her tips for keeping things fun and creating content both she and her readers will love. 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/episode56 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 12, 2022 • 19min
55. Email Marketing for Beginners with Melanie Ferguson
Okay, my friends, today’s episode is all about email marketing, and I need to start by saying, “Don’t overthink this!”. Email is an incredible way to make money online. It’s simple, predictable, consistent, and, unlike some other social media platforms, I think it’s going to be around for a looong time. Using email marketing for my own blog gives me over a thousand clicks a DAY on my site. That’s huge! If you haven’t jumped into email marketing yet, stop overthinking and just do it! I’m here today to share some of my best tips and tricks for writing good emails, hooking your readers, and making the most of email. 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/episode55 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 5, 2022 • 20min
54. Blogging Authentically with Beth Eaton
Today I had the privilege to interview my sweet friend, Beth Eaton. Beth has been blogging for over ten years but has only really gotten serious about it in the past couple of years. When it comes to blogging, Beth’s perspective is fresh and beautiful and you will love hearing how she keeps her blog personal and inspiring. If you’re a seasoned blogger or just starting out, Beth shares some great advice for anyone struggling and needing some encouragement. 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/episode54 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 29, 2022 • 25min
53. How to Overcome Blogging Tech Challenges with Lora Bloomquist
Today I had the privileg to talk with Lora Bloomquist, a vintage enthusiast and successful blogger. Lora has been blogging for over ten years, and originally started blogging in conjunction with the opening of a vintage store as a way to keep customers in the loop. In 2016, she realized she could actually make money from blogging and jumped in with both feet. Lora told me that even email stressed her out initially, but she’s come a long way in navigating the online world, and is proof that anyone with the determination to work hard and stick with it can make it big in the blogging world. 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/episode53 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 22, 2022 • 18min
52. March 2022 Social Media | What’s New Now with Melanie Ferguson
As a content creator, it is so important to be in the know when it comes to your social media accounts and how to use them to their full potential! This can be a bit tricky since these sites are constantly growing and evolving, but don’t worry - I’ve done some of the work to learn what’s new and what’s coming, so listen in and I’ll tell you what I know! 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/episode52 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!