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Small Blogging Habits That Lead to Long-Term Growth

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Small Blogging Habits for Growth There is a moment many bloggers reach that no one really talks about in the beginning. It usually happens after the excitement of launching your blog begins to settle and the rhythm of real life returns. You’ve written a few posts, shared them online, and then you wait… hoping to […]

Why Someone Is Waiting to Hear Your Story (Even If You’re Just Starting)

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Why Someone Is Waiting to Hear Your Story (Even If You’re Just Starting) Want to know why your story matters? There is a quiet thought that holds so many beginner bloggers back. It sounds a little something like this: “Who would want to hear my story?” If you’re just starting or haven’t launched your blog yet, listen […]

The Worst Blogging Ideas for Beginners

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A guide to what not to do, sprinkled with a dash of humor and a whole lot of honesty. May your blogging career be filled with more dos than don’ts and an endless supply of inspiration. Happy blogging!

How to Start a Blog When Life Is Full

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How to Start a Blog When Life Is Full (Family, Work, and Everything Else) If you’ve been wondering how to start a blog when life is full, you are not alone. Many women feel the pull to write while juggling family, work, caregiving, and everything in between. If you’re thinking about blogging for busy women […]

What Beginner Bloggers Should Focus on First (And What Can Wait)

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What Beginner Bloggers Should Focus on First (And What Can Wait) Starting a blog is confusing, and most beginner tips only add to the noise. Advice comes fast, expectations pile up, and you feel as if you must master platforms, SEO, branding, and content strategy before writing your first post. For women blogging later in […]

ROOTED: Choosing Balance, Meaningful Work, and a Slower Pace for 2026

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ROOTED: Choosing Balance, Meaningful Work, and a Slower Pace for 2026 There’s something about a new home that makes you want to do everything. Decorate every corner. Cook all the food. Host all the people. As a business owner, writer, and creative stepping into a new season, that was me this Christmas — and yes, […]

Your First 30 Days of 2026

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A Step-by-Step Blog + Business Kickstart Plan for the First 30 Days of 2026 If you’re anything like me, the week between Christmas and the New Year feels like a strange mix of quiet reflection and “I really should be planning.” I’ll be honest. I’ve had years where I stared at my planner with big […]

Crafting the Perfect New Year’s Resolution

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The New Year is here! We are moving quickly into February, and there is still much to do to get the year off to a fantastic start. The turn of a year is the perfect time for professional reflection and new goals. 

How Often Should Beginners Blog?

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How Often Should Beginners Blog? A Realistic Schedule for Busy New Bloggers If you’re just starting your blogging journey, you’ve probably asked the most common question out there: how often should beginners blog? And friend, I get it. You want to grow your site, gain traction in the search results, and keep your target audience coming back […]

The Hustle and Bustle of the Holiday Season 2024 (Update for 2025)

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One day, as I sat at my desk surrounded by stacks of client projects and holiday-themed requests, I couldn’t help but feel a twinge of overwhelm. (and by a twinge, I mean total and complete, haha). It seemed like there needed to be more time in the day to get everything done, and the pressure was mounting.