I blog. I go to conferences about blogging.
I went to one last week, and to one 6 months ago, oh and this one last month.
I talk to other…bloggers. I read other…blogs. I write, cook, photograph, network all to help…blog.
But, don’t you just have to write you say? Don’t you just get big by writing and writing and writing? And about the money, it must be awesome getting so much for…writing, right?
Oh friends, if it were true I’d be writing to you from the Carribean. Everyday.
I didn’t start the blog trying to earn an income. I started, to write about our family’s journey in getting out of debt, changing our lifestyle and finding happiness in things that money can’t buy.
Along the way I found readers that cheered us on, fans became friends and the blog got a lot of support from the press.
If you look around my space, there are no ad networks. I write very few sponsored posts and contrary to what people may think, silent sponsors are not fueling this blog. It’s all on me.
So, that’s about to change.
Of the three conferences I’ve gone to, this first time, intimate workshop style conference did more for my entrepreneurial side than the one I went to last month with a few thousand.
I had access to some of the most powerful movers and shakers in the blogging world. I was able to have lunch with the founders Christy Matte (left) and Kim Tolander. I signed on to a fabulous ad network because of Jodi Grundig (middle) and just finished an awesome campaign with P&G Home Made Simple because of Cat Lincoln (right).
I was able to meet and talk with them on a personal level. No matter how many Facebook updates you post. Or how many retweets you get, nothing will ever take the place of personal, real life relationships. Nothing.
Friends, it’s time I start paying the bills with blogging.
Now, don’t worry. I’m not going to become a running advertisement. But, you will start seeing advertisements. They will be visible, and around…but will not disrupt the posts in anyway.
I wanted to let you all know before you wonder what’s happening! This will help to keep Frugalette going and buy some treats for the kiddos.
Thanks for your support.
And if you ever get the chance to attend a small conference.
Do it!
Networking is more than getting someone’s contact info. It’s building lifelong relationships with people you admire, respect and hope to grab a cup of coffee with one day.
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Hi! I'm Isra, aka The Frugalette. I took my family from fancy to frugal in 3 years, with 3 kids and 1 income, oh and found the meaning of life too! To read more about my fancy life gone frugal, 
I love that you mention that you had lunch with me like I'm some crazy super star, but fail to mention that you were jumping on my bed just last month (like some wild sweepstakes winner).
You are a superstar. And I am a wild sweepstakes winner. I see no conflict there.
Great post!!! I loved the conference as well and it was great meeting you in person! =)
Thanks so much! It was awesome meeting you too!!
Springboard was awesome! I loved the intimate setting, and the amazing people who were there – including you! I WILL get that header done, sometime – hopefully sooner rather than later!
It was so fun hanging with you and meeting your little peanut was one of my highlights! She's so so sweet!
Those smaller conferences are wonderful for networking, and there's no reason why you can't leverage the blog to pay the bills! Go for it!
Thanks Liz! I really enjoyed this conference, hope to go again next year!
Hi Isra! I'm so happy you did this little post..because my heart when I started my blog was to share God's great love AND make a little $$. I have read many times from other bloggers that they just don't think it's right to do this..but I have seen nothing wrong with having a few advertisements on my blog to make a little bit of income to feed my fam. I pray that God blesses you and your family abundantly with your blog..you ROCK!
Aww, thank you so much Shari. It's your blog, you can do whatever you want with it. Hope it brings you an abundance of wealth and happiness. xo
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