Can you make money blogging? (Proof From Your Average Joe)

byJoeHulett

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Updated 1 year ago

Sorry for the headline pun. Yes, I'm Joe

Hey all! It’s been a while since I made a post here at Wealthy Affiliate. Sometimes, actually more like all the time, life gets in the way. I’m busy with the single dad life, running my own business, and blogging (when I get to it). I figured at this point I would be able to share with others that it is 100% possible to make money blogging using WA’s program here. I’m also going to share screenshots showing my proof of income so you know that wealthy affiliate isn’t a scam. You just have to put in the work (which I’ve been doing...but half-’butt’ed)

You've probably heard tales of bloggers raking in income but you might be wondering if it's possible for someone like me – a regular Joe with a busy life. Well, I'm here to tell you that it is possible, and I've got the results to back it up.

Balancing single fatherhood, my business, and sporadic blogging hasn't been easy, but I've learned that consistency and determination can pay off. While I might not be a full-time blogger (yet!), the income I've generated from my blog has been a game-changer.

In my first few months, I made ZERO. You’ll quickly learn that search engines aren’t going to rank your content or your website instantly. So, I began to view website traffic, and earnings, are going to have more of a ‘snowball’ effect. Your number one motive here shouldn’t be selling, it should be helping.

Help > Trust > Earn: This is my short way of putting it. If you genuinely want to help others, they will trust your recommendations, and will be more likely to buy from you.

If you continue to write (and write) about helpful content others are seeking for, you will get traffic, and the earnings will follow!

The Importance of Effort

Now, let's be real – I'll admit that I haven't given my blogging efforts 100% of my focus. With all the responsibilities in my life, it's been more of a half-'butt' approach. However, even with this approach, I've managed to generate a stream of income. Imagine what's possible with your full dedication!

CJ Affiliate Earnings

Amazon Affiliate Earnings This Month

My amazon earnings aren't much compared to the others. This is from a product review I wrote which hasn't fully ranked in search engines yet. I was actually surprised to see that I had a conversion and commission so quickly!

[Undisclosed] Affiliate Program

I can't say which it is because this would reveal my specific niche here at WA.

I do want to let you know a huge tip though! I couldn't find whether this company even had an affiliate program - so I googled their marketing teams email. I shot them an email saying something like, "Hey, I'm a blog writer for this website. I'd love to be able to write about and review your products. Do you by any chance have an affiliate program?"

Turns out they did their own affiliate platform so they invited me in! If you can't find anything, it never hurts to get in touch with them and ask!

Your Journey

If you're contemplating whether Wealthy Affiliate's program is worth it, let my journey be a testament to its potential. Making money blogging isn't reserved for experts or those with endless free time. It's attainable for anyone willing to put in the effort, learn from the resources provided, and take consistent action.

Conclusion

In conclusion, yes, you can make money blogging through Wealthy Affiliate's program. My journey as an average Joe navigating the challenges of life while blogging has shown that the program works. The proof of earnings speaks for itself, and it's a testament to the possibilities that lie ahead. If I can do it with a half-'butt' effort, imagine what you can achieve with a wholehearted commitment to your blogging journey. So go ahead, take that first step, and unlock the potential that blogging can bring to your life!