Niche Pursuits Podcast: Find Your Next "Niche" Business Idea!
Spencer Haws: NichePursuits.com
Spencer Haws from NichePursuits.com discusses business ideas that actually work. Learn how to build niche websites, market your website through search engine optimization, and much more. In addition, you'll get interviews with leading internet entrepreneurs that provide insight on: authority sites, flipping sites, using Google Adsense, outsourcing, automation tools, linkbuilding, building a real business, software development, creating iPhone Apps, lifestyle business, small business tips, and more. Overall, get your dose of motivation to move forward with your niche business ideas or take your small business to the next level!
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Dec 27, 2023 • 1h 5min
How This Disney Blogger Gets 35 Million Monthly Pageviews
The podcast discusses traffic and content-related topics, focusing on a successful Disney blogger who generates massive pageviews. They emphasize the importance of engaging content and balancing evergreen topics with trending content. The podcast also covers strategies for creating fresh and unique content, fluctuations in traffic, AI in content creation and fact checking, monetization strategies, gaining traffic from Google Discover, and following the Disney blogger's success.
Dec 22, 2023 • 1h 10min
Google Removing 3rd-Party Cookies, an SEO "Traffic Heist," and a $13 Million Weird Niche Site
Google's plans to remove third-party cookies and the potential impact on advertisers and website owners. Discussion about a tweet from someone who used AI to steal traffic but ended up being hit with a manual penalty from Google. The hosts talk about Google's perspective on AI-generated content and caution against spamming Google. They also discuss side hustles, the success of the Amazon influencer program during the Christmas season, and analyzing Black Friday and December sales. They wrap up by talking about a website that helps campers find and choose campsites.
Dec 20, 2023 • 1h 6min
He Has 56 Million Rankings on Page 1 and Makes MILLIONS
James Dooley, a prolific site owner and expert in the rank and rent business model, shares valuable insights on ranking websites and renting them out to local businesses. He emphasizes the importance of having a strategy for your site, with a focus on traffic and behavioral signals as key ranking factors. The conversation also covers building location-specific pages, on-page optimization, backlink profile diversification, and maximizing profits. They explore the similarities and differences between building affiliate websites and using the rank and rent approach.
Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 5min
Google Responds to Parasite SEO, Amazon Influencer Side Hustles, and a Belt-Checking Website
In this episode of the podcast, Spencer and Jared discuss Google's recent updates, including the November Reviews Update and the impact on product review sites. They also talk about the reappearance of FAQ and How-To snippets in Google search results. Additionally, they analyze Black Friday earnings and trends, and discuss a niche website with high traffic potential. Lastly, they share insights on using data-driven PR for link building.
Dec 13, 2023 • 54min
He Bought a Site With ZERO SEO Knowledge and 50x'ed Earnings
Brock Yates, who acquired and grew AllTurtles.com, shares his journey of turning a $3,000 forum with thin content into a successful brand. He discusses his outsourced content creation model and hiring strategies. They also talk about monetization strategies using Mediavine and Amazon Associates. The importance of backlinks, ad revenue maximization, and selling websites is also discussed.
Dec 8, 2023 • 1h 10min
Google Search Team Deletes Tweets, Gemini Pro, Amazon Influencer, and 2 Weird Sites
The hosts discuss the deletion of tweets by Google's Danny Sullivan and John Mueller, sparking speculation about the impact of Google's Helpful Content Update. They also delve into Google's new update, Gemini Pro, and its conflict with Google's search guidelines. The episode covers leaks of Google's strategy amid an antitrust lawsuit, experiences with the Amazon Influencer Program, analysis of a social media ad, and gifting ideas based on podcast recommendations.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 1min
My Blackjack Side Hustle Turned into 450k YouTube Subscribers and a 7-Figure Business
Colin Jones, founder of Blackjack Apprenticeship, shares his journey from professional blackjack player to building a 7-figure online brand. He discusses how he used SEO and high-quality videos to boost traffic and engagement. Jones explains the importance of thumbnails and the first 30 seconds of a video for capturing viewers' attention. He emphasizes the significance of watch time, delivering value, and understanding the audience to create compelling content. Overall, he provides actionable tips based on his own experience in growing a successful business.
Dec 1, 2023 • 1h 7min
Sports Illustrated Caught Publishing AI Content, Amazon Influencer Update, and 2 Weird Niche Sites
In this episode, the hosts discuss the Google Core Update, the controversy surrounding Sports Illustrated publishing AI-generated content, and the Canadian government's agreement with Google on the Online News Act. They also talk about bug encounters and glitches with Google Bard, the race to a thousand videos on a platform, and monetizing websites with affiliate marketing and display ads.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 56min
How Julian Goldie 10x'ed His Productivity and SEO Results With ChatGPT
Julian Goldie, SEO expert and YouTuber, gives a masterclass on AI in content creation. He discusses scaling content with AI, using ChatGPT and plugins like Web Pilot. Julian highlights the power of ChatGPT in generating keyword ideas and creating topical maps. He emphasizes the importance of using AI tools like WebPilot and Dali3 to enhance content. Julian shares his experience of leveraging AI to streamline marketing efforts, replacing a five-person team. A systematic approach to implementing AI is suggested, starting with a time audit to identify tasks.
Nov 24, 2023 • 52min
The Open AI Drama, New Google Features, the Best Black Friday Deals, and a Weird Cloud Niche Site
The hosts discuss the recent OpenAI drama with CEO upheaval and Microsoft's involvement. They also talk about Google's new 'Simple Search' function and its impact on content creators. Additionally, they cover the best Black Friday deals, including AI-backed shopping assistance. Overall, they provide insights into SEO, affiliate marketing, and niche business ideas.
