It has been eight months since I left my full-time job to pursue my passion for blogging and writing. While I have never regretted my decision to change course in my career, I will admit that there are a lot of things I’m no expert on when it comes to blogging as a business. As I delve deeper into blogging, and what it means to turn my passion into a paycheck — a few common themes keep emerging. How do I work with brands? What should I charge? And how will I be able (and fortunate enough) to have my passion support me?
I’ve been a long-time reader of Career Contessa, a site dedicated to helping women achieve fulfillment and balance in work and life. If you are unfamiliar with it, check out some of their articles. It’s not just a site for millennials or entrepreneurs, but anyone who wants to have a rewarding career at any stage of the game. When I went out to California last spring, I met with the then-editor and decided that I wanted to contribute articles to their site. And when I left my job in August, I became an ambassador for them.
So it was only natural that when I thought I could use some career advice, I sought out an expert from Career Contessa. I particularly enjoy all of the helpful webinars they offer, from “How To Turn Your Side-Hustle Into A Full-Time Job” to “Translating Your Passions Into A Career.” And did I mention that all of these resources are free? What are you waiting for? Head over to their site (after you read this post, of course!). It was in one of these webinars I virtually met Amanda, the blogger behind Advice from a Twenty Something and a Career Contessa expert, who turned her blog into her business. I picked up tons of valuable tips from her webinar and knew she was someone I needed to speak with one-on-one.
I can’t say enough good things about Career Contessa’s Hire an Expert program. It’s a great way to speak with someone knowledgable in your field at an affordable price. And it’s convenient, too (you can opt for a phone call, Google Hangout, or Skype).
I chatted with Amanda last month over Skype and have spent the past few weeks implementing the tips she gave me about growing my blog and working with brands. She offered me a wealth of information about how to grow my social media channels and informed me of some avenues I knew little about — like blog networks. It was nice to know that I’m on the right path, and with her tips, I should be able to achieve everything I want to with my site.
Wherever you are in a career, Career Contessa is a valuable site, and a friendly network of like-minded, career-driven women. If you are interested in receiving their free career newsletter, you can sign up here!
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Great tips!!
Happy Friday!! Kisses,
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Thanks, Taislany! I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
Thanks for sharing this invaluable website! I will definitely check it out.
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Thanks, Kathrine! Career Contessa is a great resource. I’ve learned a lot from their webinars and made so many wonderful connections along the way. I’m glad you enjoyed the post. Hope you have a nice weekend!
Thanks for sharing. Have a nice weekend.
Xo, Christianne
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Thanks, Christianne!
That sounds very beneficial! I would love to hear more about what you learned in future posts!
Jamie
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Thanks, Jamie! I’m glad you enjoyed the post. Hope you have a great weekend!
Amazing! Thanks for the inspiration! Have a fabulous weekend ahead!
Much love, Len
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Thanks, Len! Hope you have a great weekend, too.
Really inspiring, thanks for sharing, Gemma x
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Thanks, Gemma!
Awesome tips! –Hanna Lei
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Thanks, Hanna! I’m glad you found this post helpful.
Wow, this sounds great! I’ll definitely be signing up. I didn’t realise that you’re a full time blogger, well done on taking the plunge and for sharing this helpful and motivational post.
Angharad x
http://www.welshandwonderful.com
Thank you, Angharad! I decided to follow my passion for blogging and writing after feeling unfulfilled for a number of years in my 9-5 job. It took some time before I figured out what my passion was. But after having thyroid cancer, I learned there is no better time than the present to follow your dreams. Career Contessa has been an amazing resource for me!
This sounds like such a valuable source to grow, as you said in various stages of your career! I’ll definitely have to check them out, thanks so much for sharing, gorgeous and I hope you have an amazing weekend!
XO,
Jalisa
http://www.thestylecontour.com
Thanks, Jalisa! I’m so glad you checked out their site. I’ve learned a ton from them — and I’ve made some great connections, too. They really are a fabulous resource! Hope you have a great weekend!
Just checked it out! Definitely a great site. Love all the job opps too.
xx Yasmin
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I’m so glad you check them out, Jasmin! Isn’t their site great?
Thank you so much for sharing this! I’m definitely going to be checking this out!
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You’re welcome, Valerie! I’m glad you found the post helpful.
congrats on taking your blog full time! at some point i think i would love to do that!
Xx
Kali
http://www.lovelaughexplore.com
@love_laugh_explore
Thanks, Kali! It has definitely been a learning process for me, and I still have a long way to go. But I’ve been loving every minute of it. Good luck with your blogging goals!
These website seems to be helpful! Thank you for sharing! I will check them out!
Have a great day!
XO Pisa
http://www.inlovewithmyclothes.com
Thanks, Pisa! Career Contessa is a great resource.
Great post and tips Vanessa! I will check this website right away! Thank you for sharing and have a great Sunday 🙂
Stella
http://www.stellaasteria.com
Thank you, Stella! I’m glad you found this post helpful.
What a great post! I’m going to take a look at Career Contessa – never heard of them before. The whole working with brands I’m definitely not familiar with and would love to learn more about! Congrats on taking ur blog full-time! Wishing u much success 🙂
http://www.wunderbliss.com
Thank you so much, Ela! I still have a lot to learn, but the learning process has been fun. And Career Contessa has been such a big part of it for me.
I haven’t heard of them before, so thank you for the tip dear.
Have a great day 😀
Xx Blue Ducklings
http://www.blueducklings.wordpress.com
You’re welcome! I’m glad you found this post helpful.
Thank you for share these here, so cool!
Thank you so much for the tips! I hope one day I can work as a full time blogger!
I will check all the site that you mention!
Have a great day!
XO Erica
You’re welcome, Erica! Career Contessa is a great resource. I’m sure you will learn a lot from their site.
Thanks for the advice! I will definitely check out this resource! Have a great week! 🙂
Molly | http://www.stylemissmolly.com
Your welcome, Molly!