How to Start a Money-Making Blog
Get the exact strategy I used to start and grow my blog from scratch to making $520,000+ a year! 💵
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My first attempt at online business was a failure..
Hey lovely, I’m Jennie Leigh!
I started out probably right where you are.
I was working full-time in the corporate healthcare world, spending 40 hours a week of my life forcing myself to sit and do work I hated, constantly checking the clock to see if the day was over yet.
Until I got laid off in the midst of a global pandemic.
I had been spending 5 days a week just waiting for my 2 day weekend, working hard to line the pockets of a massive corporation, trading my life for a paycheck.
And then when the most horrible historical event of our lifetime happened, I was let go like I didn’t matter, just to save the corporation a little money.
I already had big dreams of escaping the 9 to 5, spending my days doing something I love, traveling the world before retirement, and never having to “request PTO” to get a break again. I already felt there had to be more to life than what I was living, and losing my job lit a fire in me to pursue that something more with reckless abandon.
I swore to myself that I would never leave my income and my entire livelihood in the hands of some faceless corporation ever again. So I started building my first online business - working on it nights, weekends, day in and day out - pouring my heart and soul into it, praying it would work.
But I had no idea what I was doing when I first started, and my business failed miserably as a result. I spent hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars I didn’t have, put myself out there and launched my offering, and.. crickets. I didn’t make a single sale.
I spent so much time and money on things it turns out I didn’t need. Course after course. Webinar after webinar. Software, templates, strategies, all these things other bloggers and online entrepreneurs told me I had to have to be successful.
I knew that if I was going to try again, I HAD to learn how to do it RIGHT this time - and start making money FAST.
BUT from all this failure, I learned how to launch a blog biz the RIGHT way - with very little time and money, and with income coming in QUICKLY!
So why did my first online business fail in the first place?
I made every mistake in the book the first time around..
1. I wasted time and money on the wrong things.
I spent days trying to DIY the fanciest logo, create a “perfect webinar,” craft a high-converting funnel, writing (and spending tons of wasted money on) Facebook ads, and trying to set up software I had no idea how to use.
I didn’t know what was important to focus on and what was unnecessary. This caused me to waste thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours on things I didn’t need!
2. I kept trying to force myself to use Wordpress.
Yes, Wordpress is a great blogging platform. But I found it extremely difficult to use and was spending days trying to figure it out and still never managed to get my blog to look and perform the way I wanted.
All the “gurus” tell you you MUST use Wordpress to be a successful blogger, but the truth is, they’re telling you that so that they can earn Bluehost affiliate commissions. Seriously, go check every blogger’s post on how to start a blog - they’re all promoting Bluehost. I’ve even seen bloggers promoting Bluehost, but their blogs are on Showit or Squarespace lol.
Honestly, I could never figure out Wordpress. So I stopped making things difficult for myself and started using Squarespace instead. It was so much faster and easier, my blog looks the way I want and does what I want, and it’s earning me tons of money!
3. I didn’t know how to write blog posts that people would actually read
I spent hours staring at a blank page every time I wanted to write a blog post, trying to figure out what to say. My posts were inconsistent, took forever to write, and didn’t connect with readers - and therefore didn’t make any money.
But I finally figured out a formula that allowed me to write posts quickly and consistently, that people loved to read, and that brought in tons of income!
4. I didn’t know how to actually make money online
With my first biz, I eventually started getting plenty of people clicking on my links and reading my pages, but no one was buying.
Making money online in a way that feels natural and authentic (for you and your reader!) can seem impossible. You don’t want to feel like a sleazy salesman and your reader doesn’t want to feel like they’re being sold to.
But there is a way to create content that inspires your readers to say “YES! I want that!” When I finally figured it out, I started making tons of sales and getting tons of positive feedback from my readers!
5. I listened to bad advice from business and marketing “gurus”
I spent thousands of dollars on courses and coaching programs that just never seemed to work. All the advice was either too “woo woo/mindset” with no practical steps, or was too technical and complex, or just flat out outdated. It all made me feel like I wasn’t techy enough, wasn’t confident enough, wasn’t creative enough, or that I was just too late in the game for my blog biz to work.
But truth is, being successful in online business is simple - mastering the basics and repeating them consistently is all it takes to make great money with a blog!
and the second time, I turned all this around..
From failure to my entire life changing in just a few weeks..
I completely abandoned my first online business. It was a total flop.
But I brushed off my disappointment and started over with a new blog called xoJennie Leigh (formerly Life Above Lack).
This time, I was going to take all my failures and lessons learned the hard way and do things completely differently. (Keep in mind, I had lost my job, so I HAD to make this work and FAST.)
I made a plan, built my blog from scratch in a week, and just FIVE DAYS after launching it, something incredible happened.
I made my first sale.
I remember it like it was yesterday.. I cried. A lot. Like UGLY cry, ya’ll.
It was only $74, but it meant the world to me! It was a major turning point and I knew at that moment that everything was about to change for me.
From there, I went on to make $1,172 in my first month from my blog.
I knew I had finally figured out the basic formula for successful online business, and that it would only grow from there.
And GROW is exactly what it did..
In fact, my blog income TRIPLED in my second month!
In just my 4th month, my income tripled again, putting me over the $10,000 a month mark! This was the month that I started implementing a Pinterest strategy, and my blog traffic (and therefore, my sales) skyrocketed.
My income was consistent the next month, and then I started selling my first mini-course.
In just my 6th month blogging, I made $30,560.
And I have continued to bring in that amount and MORE ever since!
***INCOME REPORT UPDATE***
SEPTEMBER 2024: $134,800
now, check this out..
FIRST YEAR INCOME: $318,070.16
I want you to see that this is possible, and with the right knowledge and gameplan, it can happen quickly.
If you’re like me, just $1,172 in a month would be life-altering, and that was just the start. In this business, the possibilities for growth are completely endless!
Now, I have helped over 9,500 students start a profitable blog
the quick and easy way
Does this sound like you?
1. You feel like there has to be more to life.
Maybe you’re tired of spending 40+ hours a week of your life at a job you hate. Maybe you just want more time at home with your children. Or travel the world before you’re 65 - while you’re still young enough to enjoy it to the fullest! Or maybe you’re just tired of living the status quo, and crave more out of your life.
That something more you’re craving is called FREEDOM - to have the life that you desire!
2. You love the idea of making money online but don’t know how.
You’ve seen ad after ad from all these online biz “gurus” pitching you the next great get-rich-quick-online scheme, and you have no idea which business models will actually work and which ones will just leave you out the $997 you paid for their overpriced, under-delivering course.
Blogging (the way I teach it) is a tried-and-true online business model that has stood the test of time, and will continue to be a great way to make six-figures and more online!
3. You like the idea of a blog biz, but you don’t know what to write about or how to make money doing it
You’re probably not a super talented writer, don’t really feel like an “expert” at anything, and you’re definitely not a natural-born “salesperson". Guess what - me neither.
But I can show you how to choose a blog niche that both you and your readers will actually love, and how to turn your blog into a sales machine - without having to be “salesy” at all!
Imagine this..
1. You built your blog biz from scratch in a matter of days - and it was actually easy!
You sat down to build your blog already feeling confident, knowing exactly how to do it step-by-step. You had a proven plan, and you built it from scratch in just a few days. It was not only easy, it was fun! Now, your blog is ready to launch, looks clean and professional, and is already set up to bring in tons of readers and make tons of money!
2. Your blog has only been live for a month and you’ve already made more than $1,000!
Seriously think about it - how much of a difference would an additional $1,000 a month of income make for you and your family? For me, it changed everything! It broke the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck and allowed me to finally pay down debt, save money, and get ahead!
And that first $1,000 in my first month was just the beginning! My blog income has continued to increase from there, and is now at over $30,000 a month!
3. You’re finally on track to ditch the 9-5 and create the life you really want
You’ve built an online business that will consistently bring in income month after month, year after year. Your business is built on a model that has withstood the test of time, so there’s no worry of “how long it will last.” You understand how to grow and scale your blog, earning $1,000, then $10,000, and even six figures every month.
This changes everything for you! You’re free from the 9-5 grind, you can spend more time on the people and things you really care about, travel the world, and finally live life on your own terms. You can have the life and business of your dreams!
Blog Biz Bootcamp
Start and grow a blog to making $1,000
or more EVERY month - with no tech
skills or sketchy sales tactics!
In this course, you will learn…
Module 1
Blog Biz Basics + Success Mindset
Learn exactly how the blogging business works, as well as the mindsets needed to be successful as an entrepreneur. Here, we build the foundation for an online business that brings in money for years to come!
Module 2
One Day Website + Branding and Design
Build your blog from the ground up in as little as ONE DAY! Plus, learn how to make your blog look beautiful and professional and catch the eye of your readers from day one. No more ugly DIY blogs around here!
Module 3
Content Planning + Perfect Post Template
Never wonder what you’re going to write or spend hours writing posts! I teach you how to quickly batch-create content, PLUS I’m giving you the exact template I use to write money-making blog posts in 30 mins or less!
Module 4
Blog Monetization + Pinterest Traffic Secrets
Learn exactly how to start making money on your blog from day one! I teach you how to find and create products to sell, and how to sell them with ease. PLUS, I’ll show you how I used Pinterest to 4x my blog income!
BONUS MODULE
Six-Figure Blog Secrets
I’m taking you behind the scenes of my multi-six-figure blog and showing you exactly what I did to take my income from $10,000 to $30,00 a month in just ONE MONTH.
** This module alone is worth ten times the cost of this course!**
“I felt like I was going into it actually knowing what I was doing.. I’ve bought courses literally 8 times the cost of this and still didn’t feel like I knew enough”
Curriculum
“I learned more from BBB than all those other courses combined!”
You’ll also get these
Bonus 1
($47 value)
High-Converting Pinterest Graphics
Get the actual templates for my top 5 highest converting Pinterest graphics, PLUS a bonus video on how to quickly and easily customize them using Canva! These are the exact pin templates that bring tens of thousands of visitors to my blog every month!
Bonus 2
($197 value)
Sales-Boosting Email Sequence
Having an email list . Learn how to set up your first email list, including what to write in those first few emails, and how to turn that welcome sequence into a sales funnel that sells products!
Bonus 3
($47 value)
Affiliate Programs + Product Ideas List
Not sure what the heck to sell or where to even begin finding something? I’ve got you covered! I’m also including this MASSIVE list of affiliate offer and digital product ideas, broken down by niche! Just pick some and start making money!
Get started now
with Blog Biz Bootcamp!
Who is this course for?
Beginner and aspiring bloggers
Whether you've just started a blog (or haven't even started yet!), this course will help you do everything from getting a domain name all the way through setting your blog up, creating content, building your first email list, driving traffic, and making money with your blog.
Busy, motivated people looking for more out of life
From busy young professionals, working moms with 3 kids, to full-time college students, this course has taught students from many walks of life how to make $1,000 per month and more with a brand new blog.
I know you’ve got plenty going on in your life already, but you CAN make this happen! This course makes it easier and faster than ever to start and grow a money-making blogging biz. With just a few hours a week, for four weeks of your life, you can set yourself up with a stream of income that makes money while you sleep!
Who is this course NOT for?
Intermediate and advanced bloggers looking to grow or monetize their existing blog
This course was designed to take new and beginner bloggers to an intermediate level.
If you've already set up and designed your blog, built your email list, written content, and/or begun monetizing this course is not for you.
Our signature course would be more up your alley!
EMPIRE is the ultimate program for those interested in scaling their income through creating and selling their own courses and coaching programs. Inside that course are the email marketing, mini course and coaching package creation, sales page and funnel strategies, and other more advanced tips you are looking for!
Lazy people looking to make money with zero effort
Yes, Blog Biz Bootcamp makes it easy to start a profitable blog with minimal time commitment, but it does still take some time and effort! There are things to learn and things to implement.
This course will teach you everything you need to know to start your blog and start making money, but actually making it happen is up to you!
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I have no idea what to blog about?
Blog Biz Bootcamp will help you drill down a niche that you will love to work in and people will love to read about. I also include a HUGE document with tons of niche and blog topic ideas that have proven to be profitable!
I’ve seen other Pinterest Pins, blogs, and course sales pages that look a lottttt like yours.. how do I know who is the real deal?
Blog Biz Bootcamp has now welcomed over 9,500 students, and so, inevitably, many have been “inspired” by my work - and unfortunately, some have even crossed the line into plagiarism. Before you choose a blogging course to purchase (especially if it costs more than this one), I urge you to do your research by looking at the Instagram accounts of bloggers, and be very aware of any financial claims that are not backed up by actual income reports (or if they are using MY income reports). If you’re still unsure, I welcome you to message me on Instagram and I will confirm with proof whether a blogging course creator in question has been a potentially over-inspired student of Blog Biz Bootcamp.
What if I haven’t started my blog yet?
You’re in the right place! Blog Biz Bootcamp will show you step-by-step how to build your blog from the ground up in as little as one day!
Will I have to purchase anything else once I buy the course?
There are a few programs that I will highly recommend to make the most money from your blog, most of which have a free trial period (I started making money on my blog before the free trials ran out!) But the only thing you MUST have is a Squarespace membership. The basic plan starts at $12 a month, and is WELL worth the investment.
For comparison, to use a hosting service + Wordpress, the hosting service is only about $3-5 a month, but you have to pay for at least a year upfront ($60-$108), and still have to buy a nice Wordpress theme ($100+) and install it yourself. This is more money out of pocket at the start, which I personally didn’t have. (And Wordpress is complicated as heck.)
Is there any guarantee that this will work for me?
If you show me that you’ve implemented all the steps in Blog Biz Bootcamp and you don’t make any money within a month after launching your blog, I will 100% refund you the cost of this course.
That means you are purchasing this course with ZERO RISK and ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO LOSE.
Will the course be updated over time?
Yes! As Pinterest algorithms, Squarespace features, and blog business strategies change, I will add trainings to this course, and will notify you by email when I do. I’ll also update the course as I discover new things that work for me and my students! You will always have the most up-to-date information in Blog Biz Bootcamp.
What format is the course delivered in?
There are multiple trainings in each module, broken down into short videos that can be watched one at a time or several in one sitting. Most modules also include PDF workbooks, cheat sheets, and resource guides.
Access to the modules will open for you one week at a time over 4 weeks, so you don’t get overwhelmed with all the information at once. And once you’re in, you have access to Blog Biz Bootcamp for life!
Can’t I just follow the free blogging advice I find online?
Seriously, please don’t. That’s what I did and it cost me months of time wasted on things that didn’t work, and my first online business failed because of it. And many of the methods and strategies I teach in this course are original and cannot be found anywhere else.
How do I sign up?
Scroll down a little further to the “Get started now” button!
Who am I?
Hey, lovely! I’m Jennie Leigh, creator of a blog called xoJennie Leigh , where I teach women just like you how to turn your passion into a profitable online business.
In only 6 months in business, I turned my small blog into a passive income machine, earning more than $30,000 a month while I sleep.
I was able to escape the 9 to 5 and now work from anywhere doing what lights me up every day.
I want the same for you and I’m here to guide you every step of the way!
“10 days after I launched, I got my first sale! Now, at day 31, I’m at $1440! This feels like a dream!”
