371 | Want Passive Income From Your Blog? Here’s What to Focus On
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Release Date: 08/28/2025
396 | How to Write and Format Blog Posts for Readers and Search Engines
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Tired of writing blog posts no one reads? Let’s fix that. In this episode, I’m walking you through the exact steps to format your blog posts so that people actually want to read them. We’re talking real strategies, tactical steps, and zero fluff. If writing makes you nervous, or you feel like no one’s clicking through your content, this episode is your starting point. This is part four in our blogging series, and we’re covering why structure matters, how to make posts scannable, and how to use headings the right way for both your reader and Google. PLUS—our very first listener...
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395 | How to Monetize Instagram Reels Without 10K Followers
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Want to make money on Instagram without waiting for brand deals or hitting 10K followers? In this episode, I’m breaking down how you can start making real money through short-form video without needing a big following. We're going beyond the usual “wait-for-brand-deals” model and diving into smart affiliate strategies that work now. Find It Quickly: 01:59 - The Importance of Publishing Content 02:46 - Monetizing Instagram Reels 04:49 - Affiliate Marketing Strategies 07:04 - Maximizing Affiliate Income with Reels 11:16 - Engaging Content Ideas for...
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394 | Creating When the World Feels On Fire
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
If you're listening to this, you might be feeling the weight of the world—and you're not alone. I'm recording from Minnesota, with a heavy heart, in the middle of a time when the news and social media feel overwhelmingly heartbreaking. Today’s episode is about holding space for both grief and growth. So many of you have reached out, asking: How do we keep showing up? What do we post when the world is in crisis? This is not a how-to guide. Instead, I’m offering a moment of reflection. I'm here to remind you that your work matters and that taking care of your mental health, protecting...
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393 | Here's Your Content Plan for the Entire Year
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
If you've ever sat down to plan your content and felt completely stuck or overwhelmed, you’re not alone. I have a simple concept to help you plan your content for the next 12 months! In this episode, I walk you through a framework that guides you through brainstorming and mapping out content for your entire year—without pressure, perfection, or burnout. I know how good it feels to take an idea and turn it into a system, so that’s exactly what we’re doing together today. We’ll break down your year into manageable steps, so you don’t walk into the next month without a plan. ...
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392 | Is Blogging Still Worth It? Yes—Here’s How to Get Consistent Traffic
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
Think blog traffic is dead? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to get eyes on your blog in 2026 without burning out or depending on one algorithm to rule them all. If you’ve been putting in the work to write valuable content but no one’s reading it, this one’s for you. We’re continuing our blog series (catch up on Episodes and if you missed them!) with a full traffic game plan: five key sources to help you bring consistent, diversified traffic to your blog. From SEO to Pinterest to strategic collaborations, I’ll walk you through what works, what to...
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391 | 2026 Content Strategy for Influencers
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
I don’t know about you, but I love starting the new year feeling fresh, especially after the chaos of the holidays, travel, and family events. That reset feeling is real, and it’s the perfect time to map out your content strategy for the year ahead. If you’re building a brand, whether you’re a blogger, influencer, or full‑time creator, 2026 will not be the year you succeed by winging it. The content landscape is evolving, and the creators who grow will be the ones who combine creativity with intentional, audience-focused strategy. In this episode, I'm sharing the six strategic...
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390 | What's Working for Influencers Featuring Real Wins from Creators You Love
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
What actually moved the needle for influencers in the last year? For this episode, I asked four incredible content creators to share the one thing that made the biggest difference in their businesses last year. From shifting mindsets to embracing imperfection, these creators opened up about the real strategies that worked (not just the highlight reel stuff). You’ll hear from: Nina Clapperton, who stopped holding back and doubled her sales Megan Hastings, who stopped treating her blog like a business and started treating it like a tool Nadalie Bardo, who finally built a website worthy...
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389 | Happy Holidays, See You January 1!
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
This episode is your invitation to breathe, reflect, and rest. As we wrap up the year, I'm keeping it short and heartfelt. I wanted to pause and thank you for being a part of this community, even if all you’ve done is listen. That matters so much. In this solo episode, I’m sharing what I’m celebrating from 2025, what didn’t go as planned, and how I’m redefining what success looks like for me moving into 2026. Find It Quickly 00:19 - Holiday Greetings and Community Appreciation 01:10 - Celebrating Achievements of the Year 02:50 - Personal Reflections and Lessons...
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388 | Your 2025 CEO Report: The Four‑Step Framework to Reset Your Content Strategy
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
If you sprint through your creative business all year, it’s easy to end the year without a single moment to catch your breath. It’s even easier to roll into January 1 with another checklist and no real clarity on what actually worked. Before 2026 begins, you're invited to hit the reset button with one powerful tool I use every single year: the CEO Report. Whether you print it, use it in Canva, or save it to your iPad for digital notes, this report walks you through a complete business and content audit. It’s part analytics, part reflection, part vision-casting, plus it will change the...
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387 | The Must-Have January Content Series for Influencers
Thrive: The Podcast for Content Creators
You know that feeling of sitting down on January 1st to a blank screen and messy desk? Not this year. This year, we’re trading chaos for clarity. If you're an influencer or content creator, the beginning of the year can either feel like a blank slate of possibility or a looming wall of overwhelm. With a little prep, you can turn that pressure into a plan. I’m sharing my personal method for cleaning up your workspace, resetting your mindset, and building a content series that sets the tone for the rest of the year. ✨ Want to ask me a question on the podcast? ✨ This Episode is...
info_outlineEver wondered how bloggers actually make money from ads and how much traffic you really need to do it? If ad revenue feels like a distant dream, this episode is your wake-up call. I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to turn your blog into a money-making machine and set you up as an influencer.
This is the kickoff episode of our monetization series, built on the growth plans we use inside Boldfluence. You’ll learn exactly what it takes to qualify for networks like Mediavine and Raptive, how to optimize your blog for traffic, and the biggest mistakes creators make when trying to scale. This isn’t fluff—it’s a behind-the-scenes roadmap.
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Looking for more support? Inside Boldfluence, we help creators build blogs that earn with:
- A community of bloggers working toward ad revenue goals—so you’re never doing this alone
- Blog post templates and title plug-and-plays
- Keyword research training and SEO walkthroughs
- Strategy coaching to grow your traffic faster
- Personalized feedback on your blog structure and content plan