Blogging with Lesli Peterson

<p>Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a high-performance blogger... making a healthy 6- or 7- figure income online, year after year?<br /><br /></p><p>You're in the right place.<br /><br /></p><p>I teach people how to grow their blog consistently and with a plan, so they can increase their impact and their income.<br /><br /></p><p>My unique approach allows bloggers to bid farewell to a dependency on other platforms by building powerful, independent digital footprints. <br /><br /></p><p>With a focus on simple, actionable steps (as well as tough-love coaching principles) I help bloggers turn their modest blogs into thriving online enterprises.<br /><br />In my 5x weekly podcast we talk about SEO and email marketing on the regular. But that's not all!<br /><br />We also discuss tactical strategies about how to blog, affiliate marketing, blog writing tips, blogging tips, blogging mistakes, newsletters, editorial calendars, increasing ad revenue, digital products, building backlinks, and so much more! </p>

Google-Gate, TikTok, and the Art of Business Survival

Send us a text TikTok doesn't appear to be going anywhere... but the whole debacle has been triggering. In this episode I review with you all the lessons learned from Google-gate. My hope is that you will give them some attention so that you can prepare for the next impact, before it happens. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.lesl...

01-20
19:18

The Shift from Google to Pinterest with Tony Hill

Send us a text So grateful that Tony Hill sat with me for this extra-long episode. We discuss the transition from Google SEO to Pinterest SEO... Understanding Pinterest's unique content needs... Realistic expectations.... Pinterest for the long-term... And, what I love about PinClicks and what's coming in the future! If you want the FREE PinClicks tool, check it out here: https://www.pinclicks.com/interests.html?ref=lesli And if you know you are ready for the full product... I'v...

01-13
45:21

Smart Strategies to Keep (and Let Go) in Your Business for 2025

Send us a text People have asked me what I'm doing different in 2025 -- and what processes I'm keeping. I put a lot of thought into it over the holiday, and here's where I landed. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'l...

01-06
16:26

How Would You Spend a Big Cash Infusion to Grow Your Business in 2025?

Send us a text Thanks for the question Erin! Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

12-16
10:23

6 Steps to Reduce Decision Fatigue and Increase Creativity

Send us a text Decision Fatigue is real, but these simple steps can make a world of difference in your business in 2025. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

12-02
25:22

2024 Software audit: What stays, what goes, and what is new??

Send us a text Here are the tools I mention that stayed in the 'Stay' pile: Bigscoots/CloudFlare/GoDaddy GSuite ThriveCart Monday PostPlanner PinClicks SeedProd Ideogram Unsplash ChatGPT CleanTalk Drip Canva TailWind Quickbooks RankMath WPTasty CreativeFabrica Miro Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometim...

11-18
18:17

5 Pinterest SEO Revelations

Send us a text I've been studying Pinterest SEO like a mad woman. Here are five critical things I've learned lately. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

11-11
20:38

How do you know if your newsletter efforts are 'worth it'?

Send us a text I can't answer that for you, because I don't know what business model you've built for yourself. But I can tell you some considerations... and what I would focus on besides just growth. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include...

11-04
21:19

What does it really mean to diversify?

Send us a text Diversification doesn't have to mean starting multiple sites... it can mean multiple income streams. Let's talk on it. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

10-30
17:54

Seasonal Trends Can Increase Your Ad Success

Send us a text I've noticed more people using ads to increase their email list... I love it! I've been using seasonal trends to help bring my ad costs down - and I'm sharing it with you in this episode. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not incl...

10-21
21:26

Order Bumps, Upsells and Downsells (Oh My!)

Send us a text What is the difference between an order bump and upsell? What order do I offer these? Should I do all of them? Answers to these and more in this episode. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never li...

10-09
15:56

What 'No SEO' Really Means for My Blogs (And What I'm Still Doing)

Send us a text J.S. asked me to explain a little more what "no SEO" means... hope this helps! Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

10-07
10:25

Why I’m Ditching SEO: The Surprising Strategy Behind My New Sites

Send us a text I told you in the last episode that I'm not focusing on SEO. Why... and what am I doing? Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

10-02
17:38

I'm Building A New Blog... Here's How I've Prepped For It

Send us a text Last week I shared with you an abbreviated process that I taught as a 3-hour workshop at OWAA. Today I'm going thru that process with you again, using my new blog idea as the example. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include ...

09-30
22:43

The Journey From a Blog to a Membership with Lyn Mettler

Send us a text Special thank you to Lyn Mettler, a long-time friend, who came on to share with us about her transition from being a travel journalist/blogger to owning a membership program. Have you considered a membership for your audience? Take a listen to hear about Lyn's journey. And... if you are curious about her program, you can check out Families Fly Free at the link. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME =...

09-27
48:58

Key Strategies for Success in a Changing Landscape

Send us a text Thankful for the opportunity to work with several groups of people at OWAA, presenting an extended workshop. Here is an overview of the 3 hour workshop! Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never lin...

09-25
19:55

6 Ways to Use Affiliates in Your Email Marketing

Send us a text We know email makes us money... and affiliates make us money... so why not put them together and grow your revenue exponentially! Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don'...

09-18
13:08

How to use Substack (and how NOT to use it!)

Send us a text I am not anti-Substack! But there is one way some people are using it that I have to speak out against. Let's chat about it! Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use...

09-13
18:32

Forget SEO: How Email Marketing Fueled a $100M Business Sale

Send us a text It's cliche, but true. You own your list. Make it work for you. Here's some inspiration. Grab ALL the freebies I mention on the podcast PLUS so much more. All FREE! Grab it all here. ===== FOLLOW ME ===== FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/leslipeterson Podcast: https://podcast.leslipeterson.com/ ** Sometimes I link to additional resources, and they may or may not include affiliate links. I'll never link you to anything I don't use myself!

09-11
19:41

Is Blogging Still Profitable? Insights with Mediavine's Jenny Guy

Send us a text Jenny Guy, VP of Marketing and Communications at Mediavine, joins the podcast today. Jenny gives us her insight to the question, "Is it still worth it to start blogging?" We also talk about the evolving landscape of digital content creation, including the challenges posed by Google algorithm changes, the importance of diversifying revenue streams, and how authenticity plays a critical role in connecting with your audience. Jenny shares valuable tips for both seasoned blogge...

09-06
31:15

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