Whether you’re brand new to blogging or you’re looking to take your “blogging hobby” to new levels (aka, those that pay!) this beginner’s guide to starting a profitable blog is for you! If you’re like most pet bloggers, you fell in love with your pet then… read more
In 28 days, BlogPaws will be kicking off! If you’ve made the investment in yourself and your business to attend the BlogPaws conference, how can you get a return on your investment (ROI)? Conference ROI is very important, especially because the costs of travel–airfare, gasoline if you’re… read more
Whether you’re attending BlogPaws for the first time or, like me, you know you lost opportunities and connections because you were not as organized or prepared as you could have been at past conferences, here are some tips for making the most of your BlogPaws experience.… read more
Trade shows offer digital influencers unprecedented access to brands, retailers, reps, and media colleagues all in one place. It’s important to understand just how different a trade show is from a conference, though. Remember the purpose of a trade show: The brands aren’t there specifically to… read more
Networking. Does that word make you shudder? For many, networking feels uncomfortable. The concept feels disingenuous, unnatural. Part of that discomfort stems from the caricature of the “always be closing” businessperson. Take a fresh approach to networking with a new mindset, one coined by Hubspot earlier this… read more
It’s entirely possible to operate a business without ever having to leave your home. In fact, over the years as a freelancer, I met very few of my clients in person. And you can run a profitable blog from the comfort of your couch. While it… read more
Pet bloggers and social influencers from around the world land in Phoenix a week from today for this year’s BlogPaws conference. (There are few tickets left if you’re interested! Once they’re gone, they’re gone!) Even if you’re not attending, and especially if you are, brush up… read more
This will be my 8th BlogPaws conference. You would expect that, of course. I am a co-founder. Each year, the conference grows and changes and inspires me to step out of my comfort zone. Many folks aren’t aware of the terror I <used to> feel when… read more
Question: How do you make each session a win-win at BlogPaws 2016? Answer: You make a plan. We’ve talked about plans before. You’ve been instructed to create a business plan for your blog and to consider the concept of a daily plan for your work. Now I… read more
Sometimes a picture says a thousand words, especially on Wordless Wednesday blog hop days. For pet sitters like BlogPawser, Emmy Scammahorn, and the millions of others who love pets to care for them when you cannot, we are saluting you!!! It is National Pet Sitters Week.… read more
