Thrive is the podcast for content creators, bloggers, and influencers to learn tactics, strategies, and behind-the-scenes info from the best in the business. We're here to support you with blogging and social media tutorials, workshops, a community, and this podcast. Thrive Founder and CEO Bree Pair interviews content creators, bloggers, YouTubers, and entrepreneurs to get strategic info on how to build a successful business. To stay in touch with all things Thrive head to our website Thrive ...
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Let’s Grab Drinks is a lifestyle podcast hosted by Bree Pair and Haylee Gaffin. This podcast is a place for conversations on self-improvement, navigating life as a gal, chats about society & culture, a place to talk about mental health, and everything else that comes up when you grab drinks with a friend. For the gal wishing she had a better support system, if you’ve been looking for a podcast with candid conversations about the ups and downs of life, you’ve found it! New episodes on Mondays ...
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Welcome to The Ultimate Blog Podcast- your go-to resource for turning your blog into a thriving business! If you're ready to stop treating your blog like a hobby and start building a profitable, sustainable online business, you're in the right place. Whether you're just starting out or have been blogging for years and feel stuck, we're here to help you navigate the technical side, grow your audience and monetize with confidence. Every Tuesday we bring you quick actionable tips and expert ins ...
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Welcome to Partners in Crime (P.I.C.) True Crime Podcast! Join us as we delve into chilling true crime stories and uncover the mysteries behind some of the most infamous cases. With our expert insights and captivating storytelling, we aim to bring you closer to the darker side of human nature. We hope you become our partners in crime as we explore these tales together. Thank you for checking us out, and we hope you enjoy the journey!
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From Pitch to Partnership: Navigating Brand Deals with Bree Pair
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41:47On this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, we’re thrilled to welcome Bree Pair – podcast host, blogger supporter, and founder of Thrive. Bree is a coach for content creators, founder of Thrive, and host of the Thrive Podcast. We dove into one of the biggest topics bloggers are curious about but often struggle with: brand deals. If you’ve ever wo…
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362 | What to Do When You’re Stuck (But Still Showing Up)
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17:21Are you consistent but still not seeing growth? You’re not alone. Every creator has been there. You're posting regularly, checking off your to-dos, doing everything "right," and yet, the needle barely moves. It’s frustrating and exhausting. Here’s the truth: consistency is not a strategy. Listen in as I break down why doing more isn’t the answer an…
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How Beginner Bloggers Actually Start Making Money
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14:30If you’re a beginner blogger wondering when – or if – you’ll ever start making money, you’re not alone. Whether you’ve been blogging for a few weeks or a few years, turning your blog into a source of income might feel like something only the bloggers with a big following get to do. But the truth is you don’t need thousands of pageviews or a huge am…
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361 | Why Burnout Happens—and How to Build a Business That Won’t Break You
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22:46This episode is brought to you by a seven-day tension headache—and the powerful business lesson it gave me. After nearly a year of investing in my health, strength, and consistency, I hit a wall. What started as a migraine, turned into a wake-up call. In this episode, I share the messy, honest story of what happens when we ignore the signals our bo…
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What Bloggers Need to Know About Pinterest Today with Tony Hill
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49:48If there’s one thing bloggers can’t get enough of, it’s Pinterest talk – especially when it comes with expert insights. That’s why we’re so excited to welcome back Pinterest expert Tony Hill on The Ultimate Blog Podcast to talk about the state of Pinterest today. Tony is here to break down current trends, how things are evolving, and what bloggers …
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360 | The Power of Audience Surveys: How I’m Using Mine to Shape My Content for the Year
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12:48Feeling stuck guessing what your audience wants? You’re not alone—but there’s a simple fix. I recently surveyed my audience and used the responses to reshape my content and product strategy for the rest of the year. Listen in to get the exact approach I used, why it worked, and how you can implement it today with zero overwhelm. Plus I'm sharing wh…
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359 | What You Should Know Before Hiring a Coach—Including My Track Record—Thrive in Five!
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6:48Sick of overpriced courses and influencer advice with zero real-world results? Same here. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain to share exactly why coaching is the most powerful growth tool in your business and why I'm qualified as your coach for brand growth. Listen in as I take you through my journey from starting a passion blog in 2011,…
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The State of SEO in 2025 with Casey Markee
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56:23If the world of SEO is feeling like the wild, wild west to you right now, you’re not alone. That’s why we are thrilled to welcome back SEO expert Casey Markee of MediaWyse on The Ultimate Blog Podcast to break down what’s really going on – and how bloggers can thrive despite the volatility of SEO. Tune in to hear the latest on Google’s updates, wha…
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358 | The Mindset Shifts That Built 6-Figure Blogs with Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper of Spark Media Concepts
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36:31Want to know the secret to creating 6-figure blogs? It’s all about your mindset. In this episode, Spark Media Concepts founders Amy Reinecke and Jennifer Draper join me to share how you can break through mindset hurdles that are holding back your success. Listen in as I present Amy and Jennifer with five of the most common negative mindsets I hear …
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357 | Stop Working for Free: Confident Email Templates for Paid Brand Deals—Thrive in Five!
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7:24Tired of getting brand offers that don’t pay? Let’s change that! In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to respond to brand emails—especially when they’re offering “exposure” or product instead of cash. These situations come up all the time, and knowing how to reply with clarity and confidence is key to turning freebies into paid gigs. 👉 Gr…
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356 | Overwhelmed or Just Unclear? Here’s How to Tell
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9:14Feeling stuck, tired, or just… off? It might not be burnout—it might be strategy fog. In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between true burnout and a lack of clarity, aka strategy fog. Knowing the difference can unlock a whole new level of productivity and joy in your business. As creators, we often confuse exhaustion with failure, but…
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355 | 3 Simple Shifts That Took My Content to the Next Level—Thrive in Five!
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4:55What I learned from one Instagram Reel completely changed how I approach content. In this episode, I break down three key takeaways from a recent Instagram Reel I posted—lessons that apply to any type of content, not just Reels. If you’ve ever felt stuck, inconsistent, or like everyone else is just better at content creation, this one’s for you. 👉 …
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Using Data to Make Decisions in Your Blogging Business with Ally Anderson
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36:02If looking at the data on the backend of your blog overwhelms you, you’re not alone. But using data to make decisions in your blogging business is crucial – and on this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, Ally Anderson is breaking down the basics you need to know. Ally is a data-backed marketing strategist who helps business owners figure out wha…
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354 | The Branding Shift That Helps Creators Hit 6 Figures with Katie Trant of Foodie Brand Lab
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33:36Are you tired of second-guessing everything you post, especially when you see other creators killing it on social media? We’re talking all things branding in this episode of Thrive, and we’re flipping the script. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, you’re going to feel confident in every single piece of content that you create. Listen in as brand exper…
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353 | Essential Summer Moves to Grow Your Content This Fall—Thrive in Five!
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5:32You’re not imagining it—yes, we’re talking about fall… in May. This week, I’m getting real about why content creators need to look way ahead—even when it still feels like summer hasn't started. The truth is, if we want to crush Q4 and show up strong for the holiday season, the groundwork happens now. 👉 How to Start a Blog Guide! Https://thrivetoget…
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The Neuroscience of Storytelling and Why Our Brains Crave Stories with Susan Lovett
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42:40If you’ve ever gotten lost in a book, teared up during a movie, or felt instantly connected to a stranger online because of something they shared – you’ve felt the power of storytelling in action. But did you know there’s actual science behind why our brains respond so strongly to stories? In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, we interviewe…
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Why Storytelling Matters and How to Do It Well with Jessica Graham
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26:24One of the most common reasons people start blogging is because they love to write.But we don’t often talk about how storytelling can actually make your blog (and your business) more impactful. In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, we interviewed Jessica Graham, brand story strategist for entrepreneurs, nonprofits, and small businesses, to …
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352 | Simplify Your Email Marketing for Better Results with Allea Grummert
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37:20Dying to see real results from your email list? Would you believe me if I told you that sending four emails a week won’t lead to burnout, but instead could increase connection and make you more money? We’re talking all things email strategy on this episode of Thrive. I’m joined by email marketing expert Allea Grummert, and we’re breaking down how y…
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351 | Viral Visibility Game: Get Your Content Seen—Thrive in Five!
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5:56You’re posting, you're creating, you're hustling... but is anyone actually seeing your amazing content? (Spoiler: not nearly enough people.) In today's episode, we're flipping the script on "post and pray" strategies with something way more fun—and way more effective—the Viral Visibility Game! It’s time to stop relying on the algorithm and start de…
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If the phrase “search engine optimization” makes you break into a sweat, you’re not alone. SEO feels intimidating for a lot of bloggers and small business owners… but it doesn’t have to be. On this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, we Interviewed Bekah Read, SEO educator and founder of Rebecca Read Creative, to talk about how to make SEO doable…
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350 | The ManyChat Strategy Creators Aren’t Using (But Should)
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14:46Imagine this: You post a Reel on Instagram, ask people to comment a keyword like "Guide," and bam — you're buried under a mountain of DMs you now have to respond to manually. Or maybe you’ve gotten fancy and set up a one-step ManyChat automation that fires off a single link… and then crickets. Friend, you're just scratching the surface. ManyChat ha…
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349 | Hot Take: I Kinda Hate ChatGPT—Thrive in Five!
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6:50So… I have a hot take. I kinda hate ChatGPT. And before you come for me—let me explain. In this episode, I’m sharing the (hilarious but painful) story of how I asked ChatGPT to tell me my business blind spots—and instantly regretted it. Spoiler: it dragged me. If you’re building your content business from scratch and wondering why growth feels so d…
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Your Summer Roadmap: How Teachers Can Start a Profitable Blog
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22:47Are you a teacher who wants a better way to make some extra money, or a creative outlet that helps people? Blogging might be perfect for you – and summer is a great time to get started. Tune in to hear why teachers are uniquely positioned to start profitable blogs, how to set yourself up for success this summer so you can maintain your blogging bus…
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348 | Recovering from the Helpful Content Update: SEO Tips for Bloggers in 2025
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38:32Want to know how to use SEO to your advantage? Google is undergoing major changes, and so many creators have seen a drop in their pageviews. On this episode of Thrive, I’m joined by Nina Clapperton, founder of She Knows SEO, to dive into what’s really going on with Google’s Helpful Content Update. Listen in to learn exactly what you should focus on…
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347 | Building 6-Figure Revenue Streams as a Creator in 2025
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52:29Over the last few years, we've seen so much growth in the content creation industry—we're part of a booming $250 billion creator economy that spans industries far beyond Instagram and YouTube. While the opportunity is massive, the income gap is just as wide. In today's episode, I'm joined by Emma Cortes of Emma's Edition to break down what’s actual…
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The Future of Blogging: AI, Productivity & Content Creation Hacks with Jenny Melrose
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28:24If you’ve been in the blogging world for a while, you know how much things have changed—and if you’re just getting started, you might be overwhelmed by everything you “think” you need to do. In this episode of the Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer sit down with blogging and business coach Jenny Melrose to dive into the future of blogging and …
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346 | What It’s Really Like on a Coaching Call with Content Creators
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34:10Is it time for you to invest in your brand through a coaching program? In this special episode, we’re giving you an exclusive peek inside a recent group coaching call from Shift, our high-touch coaching program for content creators. You’ll hear real-time strategy sessions, audience-building ideas, and a few powerful pep talks that just might hit ho…
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345 | The Content Repurposing Strategy Every Creator Needs to Hear—Thrive in Five!
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7:01You're probably sitting on a goldmine of unused content—most creators are. In this episode, we're breaking down how to repurpose your existing content across multiple platforms without copy-pasting blindly. Learn how to tailor your message for each platform, build a sustainable system for sharing again and again, and finally give your content the r…
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Building a Decor Blog That Feels Like Home: Wendy Schneider’s Story
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38:28We love it when we get to chat with members of our Ultimate Blog Roadmap community — and today, we’re excited to introduce you to Wendy Schneider, the creative force behind Flairfully Yours. Wendy’s story is one of self-discovery, career pivots, and finding the courage to finally build something of her own. Tune in to hear why she started her blog,…
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344 | Building a Brand That Gets Noticed with Shavonda Gardner - Pt. 2
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23:19Welcome to part two of my conversation with interior designer and content creator Shavonda Gardner! We were having such a great conversation that we kept recording and split the conversation into two parts! In this episode, Shavonda and I dive into how community building played a role in her growth. We also discuss how to navigate trends without fe…
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343 | Pricing Your Sponsored Content to Get Paid—Thrive in Five!
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6:20If you've ever struggled with pricing your sponsored or branded content, we've developed a pricing guide just for you. After spending years in this industry, studying what bloggers and content creators are charging, and researching industry standards, this guide was created to keep you from undercharging for your work! 📲 Get your hands on our Prici…
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The 4C Method to Repurpose Your Content and Decrease Burnout with Krystle Straub
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25:55Content burnout is real, especially for bloggers juggling blog posts, social media, email marketing, and more. The pressure to constantly create fresh content can feel overwhelming. But what if you could get more content out of every blog post you write? That’s exactly what today’s guest, Krystle Straub, shared on the Ultimate Blog Podcast. She’s a…
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342 | Building a Brand That Gets Noticed with Shavonda Gardner - Pt. 1
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33:24How do you stand out in a crowded space? What’s the secret to differentiating yourself, finding your signature style, and staying true to yourself? These are questions that every business owner and content creator asks at some point. In this episode, Shavonda Gardner joins us to share how you can build a brand that gets noticed while staying true t…
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341 | Creativity Fuels Long-Term Growth—Thrive in Five!
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8:19Why is it so easy to get sucked into the to-do lists, money-making tasks, and those recurring tasks that have to happen in business? It often causes us to lose sight of creativity, which is a huge factor in finding long-term growth. In today's episode, I'm challenging you to slow down and focus on creativity! Don't forget! DM Bree over on Instagram…
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The Recipe for Blogging Success with Sweet Savory and Steph
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34:30On this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer are bringing things full circle with someone they helped with their blog years ago– and who continues to inspire them today. Stephanie Bruno, owner of Sweet Savory and Steph, is here to share how she grew a thriving blog from scratch, while juggling work, family, and life – and how she’…
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340 | The Power of Your Influence with Harley Jordan
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34:23Are you in need of a social media therapy session? Let me invite you into mine with Harley Jordan! Harley joins me to remind me of the power of influence. Listen in as we explore the impact of a judgement detox, the power of misunderstanding, and the influence that women hold in the female dominated influencer industry. Resources Mentioned Boldflue…
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339 | Creating Tripwires to Make More Money with Email—Thrive in Five!
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5:43If you want to make money by sharing your freebies, you need to set up a tripwire! This is the easiest way to start making money from your own digital products without feeling like you are asking your audience to buy all the time. Listen in as I highlight what a tripwire is, and the tools I recommend to get started! Don't forget! DM Bree over on In…
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SEO Expert Advice from Yoast: Simple Strategies to Grow Your Blog
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42:02If you’ve spent any amount of time blogging, you’ve probably heard about SEO (search engine optimization) and how important it is for improving your blog’s ranking on Google. But how do you make SEO work for you now and in the future? On today’s episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Amy and Jennifer interviewed Carolyn Shelby, a Principal SEO from …
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Ken and Barbie Killers: The Perfectly Twisted Pair – Part Two
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34:56Send us a text In part two of the chilling saga of "The Ken and Barbie Killers," join Heather, Mike, and Bree as they unravel the twisted romance between Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka, two of Canada's most notorious criminals. This episode delves deeper into their sinister bond, revealing how their seemingly perfect facade masked an escalating sp…
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338 | Strategically Grow Your Blog with SEO with Anne Zirkle & AnnMarie Christiano
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38:01Building a successful blog takes more than just compelling writing and eye-catching photos. To truly expand your reach and attract consistent traffic, you need to harness the power of Search Engine Optimization (SEO). In this episode, we're joined by Anne Zirkle and AnnMarie Christiano to explore actionable strategies to help you grow your blog wit…
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337 | Steal My IG Trial Reels Strategy—Thrive in Five!
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7:31Don't let the new trials feature on Instagram Reels intimidate you! You can use it to your advantage! In today's episode, I'm sharing my own strategy to using the trials to train the algorithm and grow my account. While I'm still in my own testing phase, I know trial reels have been a big topic of conversation, so I invite you to join me in testing…
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Unexpected Benefits of Blogging: Skills That Go Beyond the Blog
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37:14If you’ve been thinking about starting a blog but feel unsure about whether or not you can do it, you’re not alone. Many aspiring bloggers face doubts about their skills, tech knowledge, and ability to build a successful online presence. But as Amy, co-host of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, shares in this special episode, blogging is about so much more…
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336 | Income vs Followers: What Matters More?
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19:42If you’re growing a business and promoting it on social media, you naturally want more income and more followers. But is one more important than the other? Is your social media actually creating income? That’s what we’re getting into on this episode of Thrive. Today's episode is brought to you by Shift: Are you ready to get paid for your creativity…
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Some days we just need a little pep talk. I've experienced my own personal journey of changes and pivots over the last two years, and recently seen my friends and students face their own emotional journeys, that it prompted this conversation. If you're needing permission to give yourself grace, looking for encouragement, or just needing guidance on…
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Pinterest in 2025: Strategies for Growth & Success with Kate Ahl
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42:19Pinterest is always evolving, and as we head into 2025, you have to stay ahead of the latest trends and strategies. In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Jennifer and Amy sit down with Pinterest expert Kate Ahl from Simple Pin Media to talk about everything you need to know about Pinterest in 2025. Tune in to hear what the most recent Pinte…
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334 | Elevate Your Rates as a Content Creator—Pricing Guide Updates!
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9:40 If you've ever felt unsure about your rates and what to charge brands, then I've got you covered. When we are not feeling super confident in what we are charging brands, what we are pricing them, and how the budget varies from brand to brand, it can be really unnerving. Not knowing how to price in our pitches can cause a lack of confidence, impost…
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From Blogging to Writing a Book: Shaunda Necole’s Path to Becoming an Author
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44:19Have you ever dreamed of writing a book? For many bloggers, the idea of becoming an author is a natural extension of their love for writing, but sometimes their dreams of getting published stay on a bucket list. In this episode of The Ultimate Blog Podcast, Jennifer and Amy are excited to have Shaunda Necole back on the show to talk about how she a…
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333 | Use LinkedIn to Connect with Brands—Thrive in Five!
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5:54I'm officially a LinkedIn girly—want to join the club? If you're not leveraging LinkedIn for brand deals, you're leaving opportunity and money on the table! In this episode, I'm sharing three things I've learned about utilizing LinkedIn to secure and nurture long-term brand deals with brands you love! This conversation was inspired by our recent ex…
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Ken and Barbie Killers: The Perfectly Twisted Pair – Part One
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38:56Send us a text If ever there was a real-life Ken and Barbie, it would be Paul Bernardo and Karla Homolka—blonde, beautiful, and seemingly perfect. But behind their catalog-worthy facade lurked a darkness beyond imagination. In this chilling first part of our deep dive, we explore their early lives, the red flags, and the disturbing path that led Pa…
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332 | Scattered, Overwhelmed? This is for you—Thrive in Five!
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6:01It's time to push past this habit of winging it when it comes to working on your brand. If you're ready to know exactly what you're working on every time you sit at your desk, this episode is for you. This is your sign to get organized, so in this episode I'm sharing tools, systems, schedules, and tips you can use to get your organized in your day-…
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