Blogging, Unscripted

In Episode 16 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're taking a few steps back and tackling one of our most frequently asked questions: how do I start a blog? We'll dig through the most pertinent topics while cutting out the fluff: Common Mistakes New Bloggers MakeFinding Your PurposeChoosing Your Blog PlatformSetting Up Your Hosting & DomainDownloading Key PluginsSelecting Your ThemeCreating Your Key PagesContent, Planning, Drafting & MarketingSetting Up Your Instagram for Su...

In Episode 15 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're zeroing in on your e-mail marketing strategy. From choosing your e-mail marketing service provider, to building your lists through lead magnets and opt-in freebies and keeping your content flowing, we're taking a step-by-step approach to growing and maintaining your subscriber list.For additional discussion and resources, visit our Blogging, Unscripted Facebook Group and come say hi on IG over at @daniellegervino!SUBSCRIBE TO EXCLUSIVE ...

In Episode 14 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're chatting how you can leverage Instagram Stories to create connections with your community and foster growth for your brand. I'm sharing WHY my followers have made a major shift from in-feed content to Stories, and 8 strategies for utilizing Instagram Stories to foster growth. We'll also cover reach rate (how many views you should be getting as it relates to your following count), and Instagram Story partnerships.For additional discussio...

(3:51) Q1 I’ve been hearing about bloggers sending holiday gifts to their clients/contacts. Is this something we should be doing? A handwritten note is always appreciated but what kind of gift is appropriate? (5:28) Q2 Is there a way to tell which Pinterest group boards are bringing you the most traffic or are the most beneficial?(8:41) Q3 How do you grow your blog's page views? [Also see Episode 8](9:47) Q4 How do I conduct a reader survey so that I can make sure I'm publishing content that ...

In Episode 12 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, I'm equipping you with all of the strategies you need to effectively navigate holiday season as a blogger. We'll chat about the best practices for holiday content planning, holiday pitching & collaborations, and how you should be shifting your content during Q4 to set yourself up for success. NEW: Blogging, Unscripted Premium resources. If you’re looking to level up and take our episode content one step further, make sure to visit bit.ly/...

In Episode 11 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're tackling organization and productivity. I'm quizzing you to find your personality type and sharing my tips for tackling the three stages of production: content planning, drafting and marketing. We'll also chat about keeping your content organized through digital folders and lists, and how to clean up your inbox.For additional discussion and resources, visit our Blogging, Unscripted Facebook Group and come say hi on IG over at @danielleg...

In Episode 10 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're chatting about one of the most elusive topics in the blogging community: the Instagram algorithm. We'll dissect the primary goal of the algorithm and what behaviors you can employ to meet that goal and maximize your exposure. We'll also chat about HOW the algorithm actually works and dispel a few common myths floating around! For additional discussion and resources, visit our Blogging, Unscripted Facebook Group and come say hi on IG ove...

In Episode 9 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're chatting all-things Pinterest. I'm sharing my tips for using Pinterest to leverage your brand potential, from the necessary steps to prepping and priming your account, to pinning strategies and how to maintain consistent growth.For additional discussion and resources, visit our Blogging, Unscripted Facebook Group and come say hi on IG over at @daniellegervino!SUBSCRIBE TO EXCLUSIVE BLOGGING TIPS

In Episode 8 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're chatting tips and tricks for driving traffic to your blog. I'm breaking down my pre and post-publishing marketing strategy for every new post that hits the blog and how it has helped double, and even triple, my traffic from year to year.For additional discussion and resources, visit our Blogging, Unscripted Facebook Group and come say hi on IG over at @daniellegervino!SUBSCRIBE TO EXCLUSIVE BLOGGING TIPS

In Episode 7 of the Blogging, Unscripted podcast, we're covering 6 key negotiating strategies for closing your best brand deal. We'll chat about the importance of knowing your WORTH + your WHY when negotiating along with some quick and easy yet strategic responses for submitting a counteroffer in asking for compensation. I'm also answering your questions like what to do when a brand breaches contract or is late on payment.For additional discussion and resources, visit our Blogging, Unscripted...