Creatives On Fire® Podcast | Audience Growth & Business Tips for Creative Entrepreneurs
Melanie Ferguson
The Go-To Podcast for 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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Jan 18, 2022 • 26min
43. January 2022 Social Media Update with Melanie Ferguson
Social media is always changing and it's up to us to keep up with it! Today I'm going to try and help you do just that by giving you a rundown of the latest trends and updates across a few popular platforms. I give you my opinions on the new tools and features available on Facebook and Instagram and tell you how they can help you with your follower engagement. I share my thoughts on how the options on social media can help you make money and which ones may be a waste of time. I also have some great tips and tricks for you on scheduling, cross-platform sharing, strategies on how to engage with your audience. I don't know if you've ever asked the question: When is the best time to post my content? If you have, I answer that question today! Read on below to find out the optimal times to post on each of the different platforms. As a great bonus in the show, I also tell you what to post in 2022 to increase your organic reach! In this episode, we cover: - Podcasts and podcast metrics on Facebook 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/episode43 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!
Jan 11, 2022 • 21min
42. Going Live to Grow Your Business with Barb Lewis
We all know that Covid 19 has been just awful for a lot of people in a lot of ways. As terrible as it has been, it's also created situations where people can step up and play needed roles in each other's lives. My guest, Barb Lewis of the Shabby Tree, has done just that. She joins me today to talk about how she has been able to help her followers alleviate boredom and express their creativity, while growing her business during the pandemic. Barb shares her thoughts on how loyal followers create more followers and why sometimes you just need to "wing it!" Barb Lewis has grown The Shabby Tree following from scratch to over a million fans. Her offerings include DIY tutorials, crafting on a budget, and home décor ideas. Barb credits her success to going Live on Facebook every day, multiple times a day, and has great tips for us on how to stand out from the crowd. Today she tells us how she shows her followers appreciation and makes them feel special! She also discusses the importance of having a system and hiring a team you trust. 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/episode42 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!
Jan 4, 2022 • 13min
41. Be the Energy You Want to Attract
This last year has taught me that energy is one of the most valuable commodities we have. For 2022, I'm focusing on increasing my energy so that I have more to spend on myself and my family! Today I'm going to tell you about some of the positive changes that I plan to make in my life. I share some basic tips and small daily habits that you can form, and I hope you'll join me in this journey. I also talk about the type of energy you're putting out in the world and how you'll get it back! 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/episode41 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!
Dec 28, 2021 • 26min
40. How to Make Money from Thrifting with Gwen Hefner
How do you make a business successful and grow your following to over 6 figures? Love what you do and stay true to yourself. Today I'm speaking with The Makerista, Gwen Hefner. She has some advice to share with us about how she started and grew her blog and how she was able to monetize her following. Gwen talks about how she transitioned from craft blogging to home décor, securing sponsorships, and learning to take breaks when you need 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/episode40 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!
Dec 21, 2021 • 19min
39. How to Totally Dazzle Your Followers with Natalie Mounter
We've heard it time and again: consistency, showing up, and providing value to your followers are the way to grow your business! Today we're hearing from the amazing Natalie Mounter about how she used those three things to expand her company: Totally Dazzled. Natalie talks to me about how she started her business and the strategies she used to create her online following. She has some great information about affiliates and how to get them, and shares her opinion on the strengths of different social media platforms. 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/episode39 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!
Dec 14, 2021 • 15min
38. Slaying Your Energy Vampires in 2022 with Melanie Ferguson
Have you made your New Year's resolutions yet? When people look forward to the next chapter, there are a few standard goals that everyone tends to have. Today, I want to talk about the ones that people overlook. These are the ones that you've probably never thought about, but addressing them will help you in business and in life. In this episode, I have some questions for you to help you assess where you are now, so that you can plan for where you want to be. 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/episode38 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!
Dec 7, 2021 • 23min
37. How Clicks Equal Cash Through Affiliate Marketing with Jeannine Crooks
The idea of passive income seems too good to be true to a lot of people. Let me tell you my sweet friends, it's Real and it Works! I've brought an affiliate marketing expert on the show today to give you all the information you need to get started! Jeannine Crooks shares her expertise with us about how affiliate marketing programs and how to use them in your content. She talks about cash-out thresholds, choosing your affiliates, and what you need to do to stay above board. Jeanine Crooks has been working in marketing for over 25 years, specializing in affiliates for over 15. She currently works for Awin, a "global marketing network that empowers advertisers and publishers of all sizes to grow their businesses online". She has a passion for her job and loves helping people get started in the world of affiliate marketing. Jeannine believes that these links help the seller, link provider, and user get what they want! Who doesn't love a win, win, win situation!? 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/episode37 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!
Nov 30, 2021 • 16min
36. How to Pivot Your Business with Melanie Ferguson
The New Year is coming, is it time for a change in your business? Are you experiencing the kind of success you hoped for? In this episode, I'm going to give you some advice about pivoting your business strategy. It's something we all need to do from time to time, and there are some obvious signs and patterns that indicate that the time for you to do it is now! I have some serious questions for you today about how you see success and about your long-term goals. I discuss several different ways that you can go after new audiences and why you need to engage with the audience you HAVE! I look at the basic requirements for an online entrepreneur to be successful and what to do in an over-saturated market. Finally my friends, I give you some quick tips on changes you can make to your marketing, messaging, and services to get you growing again! 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/episode36 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!
Nov 23, 2021 • 22min
35. Winning on Facebook with Kathy DiDomenico
"Eighty percent of success is Showing Up." While the precise math of that Woody Allen quote may be up for debate, consistently "showing up" for our followers on social media seems to be the key ingredient to steady growth. Today I'm talking to Kathy DiDomenico of Royale Funky Junque about how she grew her audience to over 100,000 followers. We discuss going Live on Facebook, monetization, and dealing with internet trolls. Kathy shares some great advice about getting over your fears and how little things can lead to videos going viral! Kathy DiDomenico is the creator of Royale Funky Junque, a crafting and DIY company that focuses on refurbishing second hand items and turning them into art and home décor. Royal Funky Junque is a blog, an online Shopify store, and present on multiple social media platforms. In March of 2020, Kathy lost her office job and finally decided to pursue her Creative passion full time. By March of 2021, she had already hit 10,000 followers on Facebook and begun monetizing! Doing what she loves and making money, Kathy is never going back to a cubicle again! 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/episode35 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!
Nov 16, 2021 • 18min
34. The Journey to 100k Followers with Melanie Ferguson
Do you have a goal you're striving to reach? Some days, does it feel like the energy to reach that goal is waning? You're not alone. Today I'm talking about perseverance. I've got some advice for you to help with those tough times when you feel like you're not growing fast enough, making enough money, or stacking up to your peers. I have some things I want you to try that helped me reach 100,000 followers and beyond. We all know that consistency is important and that going Live is important for some growth strategies. Having systems in place is key to achieving that consistency and I tell you why today. I also talk about goal setting and what to do when you reach various milestones with your business. Success is going to look different for everyone, so I also address ways to stay motivated when success is at hand, or when you experience progress setbacks. 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/episode34 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!
