Many of you enjoyed this week’s behind-the-scenes podcast episode, so we wanted to share another helpful resource on the same topic: our 3-part series on how to start a blog, grow your audience, and earn money. It walks through the essentials of launching a blog, building readership, and monetization strategies that work for creative and design-focused sites.
We originally compiled this series a few months ago as a single reference to send anyone who asks—because it’s one of the questions we get most often. We didn’t publish it broadly in a typical post format, so it can be hard to find. If you’re curious and want a complete guide, click the link or the image below to read the full series.
If you missed podcast episode #8, we had a candid conversation with three experienced design bloggers—Emily Henderson, Justina Blakeney, and Nicole Balch—about sponsored posts. Paid content is a significant part of blogging today, affecting creators and readers alike. Our guests were refreshingly honest, discussing how they handle negative feedback, maintain transparency, and approach compensation. Their insights demystify many common misconceptions and offer practical advice for anyone considering sponsored work.
Listen to episode #8
Psst – If you’re new to podcasts, we’ve put together a simple tutorial that walks you through the setup. It only takes a few clicks and it’s free, so it’s a great way to get started.