Creatives On Fire® Podcast | Blogging & Online Business Growth Strategies

In this week’s podcast episode, I'm chatting all about a tool that not many in the blogging world are talking about—MidJourney! While we’re all becoming more familiar with using AI for text prompts, MidJourney takes it a step further with digital imaging. I’ve been experimenting with it for a few months, and I’m excited to share how it can help boost your blog traffic, especially when it comes to promoting your content on platforms like Pinterest. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode165 Tune in to hear how you can incorporate this simple AI tool to drive more traffic to your blog without overwhelming your workflow. Try it out, and let me know how it works for you! Links and resources mentioned during this episode: MidJourney AI Tool Sample Disclosure "Some of the images in this blog post may have been generated using AI technology via MidJourney." 2025 Content Planner is HERE! 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

In this week’s episode, I am thrilled to welcome a special guest, Corey Hudson, host of the 2024 Achieve Conference. If you’re a content creator or small business owner, this is a must-attend event, and Corey gives us an exciting preview of what’s in store. Bonus: Use code “FALL” to save $200 on your ticket, and don’t forget to check out my blog post on exploring Waco for more local tips. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode164 Links and resources mentioned during this episode: Get your ticket for the Achieve Conference 2024 Blog Post: Explore Waco and Enjoy the Achieve Conference Weekend 76 | The Achieve Conference for Bloggers Friday Fire: The Achieve Conference Bonus This episode is packed with valuable information on the Achieve Conference and how it can help you grow your business. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, network, and have fun! 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

In this episode of the podcast, I'm sharing a new concept I’m calling “Micro-Management”—and no, it’s not the traditional meaning! If you’re a business owner feeling overwhelmed by tasks and responsibilities but not ready to hire a full-time team, outsourcing may be for you. I'm breaking down nine simple ways I’ve used micro-management to move my business forward without the full commitment of hiring a large team. From outsourcing specific tasks like blog posts, graphics, and Pinterest management, to hiring help for events and memberships, I share my personal strategies that helped me save time and reduce stress. Tune in and get inspired to take small steps toward big business growth!  https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode163 Links and resources mentioned during this episode: 154 | Top 5 Tools I Use Every Week in My Business 65 | 10 Tools Every Content Creator Should Try Website Hosting I Use Carly Campbell’s Pin Design Service 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

In this episode, I'm sharing some exciting news—I got my second site, Southern Crush on the Road, accepted into Journey by Mediavine! This travel blog started as a passion project after spinning off a section of my crafting blog into a niche site. Even though travel blogs seem to be a tough niche right now, sometimes going against the grain pays off. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode162 Links and resources mentioned during this episode: Apply to Journey by Mediavine TODAY! (aff link) My niche travel blog https://www.southerncrushontheroad.com   153 | Niche Blogging: How It Started vs. How It’s Going 148 | Blog Rebrand and Niche Sites with Heather Painchaud Start a Blog Course: Blog Kickstart 2024 Content Planner Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner 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

In this episode I'm sharing my experience and results after posting 2-3 times more than usual on Instagram. Spoiler alert: it didn’t lead to the results I expected. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode161 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

This week I'm sharing a REPLAY of my interview with Christy Wright,a renowned business coach, renowned speaker, and best selling author of Business Boutique, who has mastered the art of pivoting to the online space while juggling the roles of a busy entrepreneur and mother! Want to significantly increase your engagement on social media and make more sales along the way? In this episode, we explore Christy's invaluable insights for content creators looking to elevate their online presence and impact. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode160 Links and resources mentioned during this episode: Christy's Free Resources https://www.christywright.com/speaking Christy's list Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid https://www.christywright.com/free-mini-book Christy's Clarity Kit https://www.christywright.com/content-clarity-starter-kit Christy's 5 Day Money Making Challenge https://www.christywright.com/challenge 2024 Content Planner Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner 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

In this episode, I'm sharing how you can prepare your blog and business for the fourth quarter with a focus on creating a Fall Market. This is a fun and effective way to showcase your favorite fall products and engage your audience as the season kicks off. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode159 Links and resources mentioned during this episode 158 | Fourth Quarter Prep School: Get Ready to Crush Q4 Southern Crush Fall Market Amazon Influencer Info 109 | $10K Amazon Secrets with Kathleen Kobel Start a Blog: Blog Kickstart 2024 Content Planner Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner 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

Welcome back to the podcast, and welcome to what I’m calling "Fourth Quarter Prep School." This episode is all about getting you ready for the busiest, most lucrative time of the year—without the last-minute panic. I know I needed this prep just as much as you do, so let's dive into five key areas you should focus on right now to ensure an amazing fourth quarter. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode158 Links and resources mentioned during this episode: MiloTree PopUp for blog opt-ins (aff link) 11 | The Power of a Pinterest Following with Jillian Leslie Bundles for collaborating 88 | Selling without Selling with Kate Doster Achieve Conference 2024 (aff link) 76 | The Achieve Conference for Bloggers Friday Fire: The Achieve Conference Bonus Url Genius 117 | The Power of Planning: Easy Money with Christmas Affiliates Start a Blog: Blog Kickstart 2024 Content Planner Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner 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

This week, I want to dive into a topic that’s a little more personal and hits close to home—your business problem. Specifically, I’m talking to those of you who have to make money from your business. This isn’t a side hustle or something you do for fun; this is your livelihood. If that resonates with you, keep reading because this episode is for you. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode157 Links and resources mentioned during this episode: Start a Blog: Blog Kickstart 2024 Content Planner Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner 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

This week, we’re talking about a topic that often gets overlooked but is crucial for your blog’s success—the Sidebar. But before we jump into optimizing that little widget on the right-hand side of your blog, let’s talk briefly about some big news in the digital world. Google recently lost a significant lawsuit declaring them to be a monopoly, which could bring about major changes in the online landscape over the next few years.  While the exact impact on our blog traffic remains to be seen, this shakeup could create new opportunities for other search engines like Search GPT, Bing, and DuckDuckGo to gain traction. This could mean more eyeballs on your posts and more chances to be discovered. Why Your Sidebar Matters More Than You Think Now, let’s shift our focus to something more within our control—your blog’s Sidebar. If you’re like me, you might not have paid much attention to it since you first installed your latest theme. However, the Sidebar is a critical part of your blog’s user experience and can greatly impact your site’s performance. I used to have an author box, an email opt-in, and even my Pinterest feed over there, thinking it was a good way to engage readers. But after learning from experts like Brandon Gailey from the Blogging Millionaire Podcast, I realized I was making some big mistakes. The Sidebar should be optimized for performance and conversions. First, make sure your Sidebar is on the right-hand side of your blog—this is crucial for user navigation and site speed. Avoid cluttering it with social media plugins that slow down your page. Instead, focus on your lowest hanging fruit: your email opt-in or freebie offer, followed by a widget displaying your latest 10 to 15 posts. This setup not only improves user engagement but also helps with internal linking, which can boost your Google rankings. Key Takeaways for a Clean and Effective Sidebar To sum it up, your Sidebar should be clean, concise, and strategically designed to promote your content and products. Start with your most important opt-ins at the top, followed by recent posts, and finish with higher-ticket items like courses or memberships. If you don’t have your own products yet, consider placing affiliate links—but remember to keep images minimal and optimized to avoid slowing down your site. A well-optimized Sidebar can make a huge difference in how visitors interact with your blog and how search engines rank your site. I hope these tips help you rethink and revamp your Sidebar. It’s a small part of your blog, but when done right, it can have a big impact. https://creativesonfirepodcast.com/episode156 Links and resources mentioned during this episode: 155 | Search GPT: Boost Your Blog’s Visibility with These Essential Tips Brandon Gaille's Blogging Millionaire Podcast: Link to Podcast Start a Blog: Blog Kickstart 2024 Content Planner Creatives On Fire™️ Content Planner 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