Another Free Class!

Thanks to Bing for an amazing month of free classes (we gave away over 850 class spots in July!). Since it was such a huge hit, Bing wants to continue their generosity by offering this popular classes again:

Tough Love: What Brands Really Think About Your Blog

August 21, 11 am PST

Sign up for the class by going here. The class is first come, first serve so please make sure you're available to attend before signing up.

We have many other great classes lined up. See the full class schedule here. Sign up while spaces are still left!

Photography by Mieke Willems.

Chat with Melanie Blodget

Want to make more money blogging? Listen to this quick tip from Melanie Blodgett on how to start!

Interview by Monica Lee for Alt.

Ten Tips for Growing Your Facebook Influence

Facebook can be quite a daunting mountain to climb, especially when attempting to use it to promote your brand. Below are 10 tips to help you better manage your Facebook fan page.

1) Understand Facebook Edgerank

This formula determines who sees your information in their news feed. It is reported that roughly 16%, or less, of your content is being seen by your fans. To see how your Facebook content is doing, go to Edgerankchecker.com.

Click to read more ...

Chat With Sarah Jane

Have you ever wondered how a blog can assist in growing your freelance business? Watch this interview with illustrator Sarah Jane as she shares how it's worked for her.

Interview by Monica Lee for Alt.

7 Tips for Getting Started with Advertising

1. Figure out what your time is worth and what you would need to charge to make all the additional work that comes with advertising worth it. 

2. Be honest in communicating what the growth of your blog means to your readers. Many have been with you from the start and you don't want the advertising to catch them by surprise!

3. Learn about what all your options are: ad networks, boutique ads, affiliate links/ads, brand collaborations. Figure out what makes the most sense to your brand. 

Click to read more ...