SEO Still Matters in 2025 with Carl Ross
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In this episode: Wondering if SEO still matters for food blogs in 2025? Despite what you might have heard, Google remains the largest source of traffic on the internet, and food blogs are still ranking prominently in search results. Today, I sit down with Carl Ross from for a discussion all about what's really working right now, from smart content strategy to the technical elements that can make or break your site's performance! Key Points: Core web vitals deep dive Common technical issues Advanced technical SEO Future-proofing your site Related content: ...
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New Rules for Pinterest Success with Kate Ahl
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In this episode: Are you wondering if Pinterest is still worth your time in 2025? Here's the truth - Pinterest isn't just another social media platform, it's a powerful search engine that can drive consistent traffic to your site for months or even years. In today's episode, I sit down for a really insightful conversation with Kate Ahl from about breaking down what actually matters for success on Pinterest, which metrics to track and how to turn traffic into email subscribers. Key Points: The evolution of Pinterest Current strategy deep dive Future-proofing your Pinterest...
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Realistically Navigating the Food Blogging Landscape Today
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In this episode: If the past year has felt like a roller coaster in the blogging world, you are certainly not alone! It seems like every week there was a new threat to the industry and the stability of this career we love so much. With a new year it is a fresh start and the chance to navigate the waters a bit differently this year. In today's episode, I'll share some reflections over the past year and some action steps you can take to navigate the food blogging industry this year! Key Points: Time tracking & time blocking Embracing a CEO mindset Protecting the asset in...
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Semi-Custom Never Cookie Cutter (Our Semi-Custom Approach)
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In this episode: Over the last two years we started offering a new way to redesign your website with us called Crafted. These are semi-custom websites that allow bloggers like you to get a one of a kind look without the hefty price tag of a custom website. But if you’ve ever wondered what exactly semi-custom means and whether it’s right for you, this episode is for you. I’ll share exactly what we mean by semi-custom, how our approach differs from others in the industry and ultimately whether it’s a good fit for you or it isn’t. Let’s jump in. Key Points: ...
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Beyond the Recipe: Enhancing User Experience On Your Food Blog
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In this episode: Have you ever gone to a food blog and been super frustrated by the experience you had on their website? Creating a solid user experience is something I think we all want for our readers, but what do we need to do to make sure that happens? Today we’re diving into some best practices, both things to do and not to do for better user experience. I’ll share 6 key best practices of how to make sure your readers have a quality experience on your website and want to come back for more of your content. Key Points: Limiting intrusions and distractions ...
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Income Streams Outside of Ads
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In this episode: Are you a food blogger feeling stuck in the cycle of relying solely on ad revenue? You pour your heart into creating new recipes and improving your food photography, but your bank account may not be reflecting the hard work you put in. In today's episode, I’ll be sharing over 10 ways you can monetize your food blog outside of traditional ad revenue. These income streams are a great way to increase your income as a blogger without having to rely solely on increasing traffic to increase your ad revenue. By the end of this episode, I’m sure you will have at least one or two...
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How To Stop Being The Bottleneck In Your Business
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In this episode: Do you ever feel like there are not enough hours in the day to get everything you need to get done? Maybe you decide to hire an assistant, thinking that will solve all of your problems! But now you have a bigger problem. Now you have to give your assistants tasks and feedback and now you have more on your plate. If you have ever found yourself in this position, you have been the bottleneck in your business. Today I’m going to unpack a few ways to untangle this web and help create a more seamless experience for you and your team. Key Points: Give...
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Creative Ways to Showcase Social Proof
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In this episode: What is social proof? Essentially it’s the trust that a reader has in your blog or recipe because they’ve seen other people like it. Social proof is really important these days because of how much other social proof is out there already between Amazon reviews, restaurant reviews, etc. If you’ve been wondering the best way to showcase social proof on your blog, listen in for these creative ways you can share your readers feedback and engagement on your blog! Key Points: Add recipe rating stars to your header Optimize Commenting Showcase a reader...
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Risk Proof Your Business Through Personal Branding
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In this episode: If you want to be successful as a food blogger you cannot afford to blend in. Personal branding is the way that you can stand out as a food blogger and it’s incredibly important that you focus on that more than ever. In this episode you’ll hear why personal branding is an essential part of risk proofing your food blog. Key Points: The importance of establishing a unique beyond just "food blogging" Crafting and sharing your personal story to build authority and trust Choosing authentic ways to across various platforms Actionable Tips: Define your specific...
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Adjusting Your Goals Mid-Year
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In this episode: If you feel like this year has flown by at record pace, you are not alone. This year feels especially chaotic with everything going on in both our industry and the world. After the mid-point in the year, checking in and adjusting your goals is a great way to get back on track and make the most of the remainder of the year. Whether you set goals back in January and need to review and adjust them or you need a process for setting some goals for the rest of the year, tune into this episode! In this episode, we'll discuss: Finding and reviewing your goals Whether you have...
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Wondering if SEO still matters for food blogs in 2025? Despite what you might have heard, Google remains the largest source of traffic on the internet, and food blogs are still ranking prominently in search results. Today, I sit down with Carl Ross from Uku Digital for a discussion all about what's really working right now, from smart content strategy to the technical elements that can make or break your site's performance!
Key Points:
- Core web vitals deep dive
- Common technical issues
- Advanced technical SEO
- Future-proofing your site
Related content:
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