Saturday Blogging Jobs: May 31, 2008

Here's your weekend bonus - Saturday Blogging Jobs!

Various UK Bloggers: Topics include Bingo, Broadband, an Recycling. You must be able to write for a UK audience. Payment wasn't specified. Read more about this job here...

Various Bloggers: The Hatchet is looking for bloggers to write about the arts, politics, pop culture, business, and technology. You must update at least three times per week and will be paid 70% of the blog's earnings. Read more about this job here...

Celebrity Law Bloggers: Legal reporter needed to blog about celebrities and their trials. Pay is $0.05 per word plus a linkback to your other blogs or websites. Read more about this job here...

Philly Bloggers: Bloggers familiar with Philly are needed to cover fashion, town talk, dating, sex, gossip, and sports. This is a paying opportunity, but exact payment will be discussed based on your past work. Read more about this job here...

San Diego Bloggers: Bloggers needed to write about San Diego hospitality and real estate. Pay is $60 per month. Read more about this job here...

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

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Does Your Blog Suck?

These days, blogs are a dime a dozen. They are basically a part of pop culture, and the general public (ie, non-bloggers) has a bit of a distorted view on them, thanks to really bad personal (and non-personal, actually) blogs.

Some blogs just really suck...and I'm not happy about that, because it is bringing the industry down as a whole.

Does your blog suck?

To answer that question, you have to think about a few parameters for "suckage." Here's how I like to judge a blog:

~Number of Readers: Some blogs just aren't set up to make money - and that is ok. Sometimes the content isn't even good. However, if you have a huge following, chances are that your blog doesn't completely suck. Take Perez Hilton for example. Award-winning writing? Nope. But he has a huge follow.

~Number of Subscribers: Sometimes your blog gets a ton of hits because you optimized for search engines. That doesn't mean your blog is great...so readers alone isn't all it takes. However, if you have tons of subscribers, that's a good sign that your blog doesn't suck. People are coming back every day for more!

~Content: Content that sucks falls into two categories: low quality and low quantity. With very few exceptions (other than PostSecret), you should be updating your blog at least five times per week. And, at least four posts (preferably all of them) should be high-quality - more than just a picture, list of links, quote, trivia question, or other "quick" post. Those are fine for fillers now and then, especially to keep you blog from being empty, but most blogs need something more substantial to not be in the "suck" category.

~Profit: If you have small readership numbers because your blog is for a very specific niche, that doesn't mean you suck. If you're making money, who am I to say that your blog is bad? Sometimes small niche blogs can actually make the most money!

~Growth: Lastly, keep in mind that your blog doesn't suck if you are steadily growing in the above-mentioned categories. Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither were large, highly-followed blogs! Strive to increase your stats every single month, and if you succeed, even slowly, you can rest assured that your blog doesn't suck.

Blogging Jobs for March 28, 2008

(A new list will be posted every week to help you make your million through blogging too! Good luck to all applicants! And don't forget to check out my Saturday blogging jobs post!)

Science and Technology Blogger: Writer needed for 300-750 word posts about science, information technology, software, hardware, electronics, and the like .Pay is $5 - $30 per post, plus revenue share opportunities. Read more about this job here...

Portland Bloggers: Portland residents are needed to blog about housing, cultural events, and so forth. Each post should be 75 - 250 words and include an image. Pay is $10 per post. Read more about this job here...

Fitness Blogger: NetworkGlobal.tv is looking for fitness bloggers. You must be able to write three to five posts per week and pay will be per post. Read more about this job here...

Entertainment Blogger: Blogger needed for celebrity news and gossip site. You must have previous experience. Pay is per post. Read more about this job here...

Sci Fi Blogger: Part-time blogger needed for a SciFi TV site. Pay is per post. Read more about this job here...

You can find more great writer opportunities at Deb Ng's Freelance Writing Gigs!

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

Constant Content: Making More Money with your Blog

Earlier this month, I did a guest post at Just Make Money Online on the benefits of using Constant Content. I just want to reiterate here how good of an idea this is - and how easy it is to use in conjunction with blogger, especially network blogs.

Unique content on your blog is important. Right now, there seems to be a lot of start-ups that are just pulling excerpts from feed readers, and in the end, those types of blogs won't succeed.

That said, sometimes, you can make double the money with an evergreen post by reselling it as non-exclusive content. Constant Content lets you do just that.

Basically, at this website, you can sell articles you've already written. You upload the work, along with a preview, and publishers can purchase it for the price you've listed. You can sell things three ways - full rights (the buyer can change the article how he/she wants and is the ONLY person who purchases it), exclusive rights (the buyer can't change your work and must credit you, but is the only one who purchases it), and non-exclusive rights (multiple people can purchase it.

It is with the non-exclusive rights that you can make money for past blog posts. If you have a post that is more article-esque, consider uploading it and selling it as non-exclusive. You get to keep it on your site, but you also make a little cash from it on the side.

If you write for a network, but careful - sometimes ownership of the posts never revert to you. However, many blog networks only retain posting rights after a certain time. In other words, the ownership of the content can't be deleted from their site, but you are free to sell it elsewhere as well if you want.

I consistently make $20 - $100 per article on Constant Content. It is easy to use and can really help you make more money with your blogging.

Weekend Blogging Jobs: May 24, 2008

Here's your weekend bonus - Saturday Blogging Jobs!

Various b5media Bloggers: I can't say enough about b5media as a network. They pay a monthly flat fee, plus CPM. They're currently looking for people to write about Linux, Movies/Consumer HD products, Bravo television, the city of Phoenix, the TV industry, and more. You can check out all of these gigs at the ProBlogger job board.

Green Blogging Intern: It looks like this is a full-time job op for the summer, and they'll pay per hour or per week. The job is on-site in NYC. Read more about this job here...

Chicago Sports/Entertainment Blogger: You must live in or around the city and be able to write 3 - 4 posts per day. It may turn into a full time gig in the future. Pay is $500 per month, plus traffic bonuses. Read more about this job here...

Blogger Expert: Blogger expert needed to help revamp a current blog. Compensation is listed as "TBD." Read more about this job here...

Apple Programmer Blogger: Blogger needed to write about Apple technologies. You have to have experience as a programmer, every by profession or hobby. Pay is listed as over $1 per word. Read more about this job here...

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

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Too Busy to Blog?

Lately, I've been super busy. My writing business has really been taking up my time, and it seems like all of my free time is going toward working on a start-up project with a friend. Top that off with the fact that I participate in a monthly book club, do secretarial work for a local guy one morning a week, own a pet who love tons of attention, and cook dinner (almost) daily rather than get take-out, and it is easy to see why I'm always a little stressed.

But I'm not too busy to blog. At least, not yet! I've had moments, though, when I felt too overwhelmed to keep up with blogging, and I'm sure you've felt the same way. Here's what I do to make sure that my blogs are updated, even when I'm busy as heck:

• Ask for guest blogs. You can find guest bloggers through forums, Twitter, Google groups, and more. You can even put a "call" for guest blogs on your blog and let readers join in the fun.
• Create some posts as drafts during non-busy times. Posting to the future is always an option, but sometimes you don't really know when you'll be busy. So, I like to keep a draft or two on hand and ready to go so that my blog is updated at least every other day, if not every day.
• Do a picture post. Wordless Wednesdays are a lot of fun, and really, you can do that any day of the week. Just post a picture about your topic and leave the floor open for comments.
• Post a quote. It doesn't take long to look up an inspirational quote pertaining to your topic. This can actually spark a ton of debate if the quote is controversial. Trivia is also good if your blog doesn't lend itself well to quotes.

How do you keep your blogs running when you are super busy?

Blogging Jobs for May 21, 2008

Big list today, since I didn't have a list last weekend! Hope you find a useful listing!

(A new list will be posted every week to help you make your million through blogging too! Good luck to all applicants! And don't forget to check out my Saturday blogging jobs post!)

Cleaning Blogger: Mariner Marketing needs a blogger for "Jill's Cleaning Secrets" with a commitment to write seven posts a week. You need to be an experienced blogger, HTML literate, and able to incorporate graphics and videos into your posts. They haven't listened the payment amount, so proceed with caution. Read more about this job here...

Beauty Blogger: Specs are same as the above job (it's from the same company), but the topic is beauty rather than cleaning. Read more about this job here...

Various Bloggers: Today.com is looking for bloggers to join their network. There are tons of topics available. They pay $1 per post (limit one per day for pay), which is quite low, but their bonus is $2 CPM, which is higher than many other networks. I don't have any experience with Today.com, so if you get in there of have previous experience, let me know! Read more about this job here...

Business Bloggers: Wired.com is looking for two bloggers to join their team. You must live close enough to Times Square to commute there for work some of the time. The salary isn't specified, but I'm pretty sure that this one will be competitive, and they also offer performance bonuses. Read more about this job here...

VH1 Digital Blogger: Blogger needed to write about pop music and television, especially VH1 programming. You must have 2-3 years experience with blogging about entertainment, as well as skills with HTML, Wordpress, Photoshop, and more. Pay is not specified. Read more about this job here...

Music Blogger: HaveYouHeard.net is looking for a blogger to help with the written part of their website. You'll be listening to and reviewing new music. Pay is listed as "to be discussed." Read more about this job here...

Interior Decorator Blogger and Promoter: Writer/Blogger/Promoter is needed for an interior decorating and design blog. The position will take 20-40 hours per week and pay is starting at $7 per hour. Read more about this job here...

WordPress Expert: Technical expert needed for a WordPress blog ASAP. Pay is $50 per hour or a flat fee of $500 for the project. Read more about this job here...

You can find more great writer opportunities at Deb Ng's Freelance Writing Gigs!

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

What Stat Counter Do You Use?

When it comes to blogging, stats are often the measure of success. Even if you aren't making money yet, if your readership is increasing, you're being heard. However, keep in mind that not all stats are accurate. I know this for a fact because I put my one blog on THREE different counters and they all calculated it differently

What stats counter do you use? Some of the most popular include:

• StatCounter: http://www.statcounter.com/
• AWStats: http://awstats.sourceforge.net/
• Easy Counter: http://www.easycounter.com/
• GoStats: http://gostats.com/
• CQ Counter: http://www.cqcounter.com/

Many hosts also provide a stat counter. Do you use one of the above counters? Or, do you use another kind of stat counter? Leave a comment below telling everyone what you use and why.

Your Personal Blog: Can It Make Money for You?

Back when blogging began, it wasn't a way to make money. People signed up for Xangas and LiveJournals so that they'd have a place on the Internet to rant and record their daily lives. I had a personal blog like that all through high school, and I remember thinking that it was really weird when someone who wasn't a friend of mine read it and left a comment.

Fast forward to today, when it is super easy to add Google Ads and affiliate programs to your personal blog to make a little money. The ears of the masses perked up at the word "money," and now it seems like everyone has a blog.

And probably 95% of those private (ie, non-network) blogs aren't making any money at all. Of that 5% that is making money, I'm guessing that over half aren't making enough to cover hosting.

Yes, it is possible to make money on your personal blog...but not in the way many people seem to think.

If you have a personal blog and want to tell us about your day to day life, that's great. I'm sure that your sister or grandma or best friend is going to love logging on every day to see new pictures of your cat and read about the cute guy/girl you flirted with at the coffee shop. They might even click on some ads or buy things through you.

However, a perfect stranger that stumbles across your blog is going to be bored really quickly, no matter how well you right. Face it. Day-to-day lives just aren't that exciting for most people.

So how can you take a personal blog to the next level? Use the following tips:

• Carve out a niche. What is your blog about? If you answer is "me and everything I love," that isn't good enough. You need a topic.
• Be personal without being boring. We don't want to read a run-down of what you did during the day. If you have an interesting story to tell that pertains to your topic, go for it, but don't try to make money with your online journal.
• Update every day (or at least 3+ times a week). If your blog lies empty for more than a few days, you'll never pick up long-term readers. Don't have anything to say? You've probably picked the wrong niche then.

Blogging for money is hard work. There is absolutely nothing wrong with starting a personal blog just for fun and to keep in touch with old friends. You don't have to make money with your blog! If you want to make money, though, you have to think about your posts in a more professional light. Otherwise, your blog will be among those that fail in terms of profit, no matter how well your write.

Blogging Jobs for May 14, 2008

(A new list will be posted every week to help you make your million through blogging too! Good luck to all applicants! And don't forget to check out my Saturday blogging jobs post!)

Financial Blogger: BillSavings.com is a new financial blog looking for a writers. You'll be in charge of 10 posts of 300-400 words every week. Pay is $100 per week. Read more about this job here...

Pets Bloggers: PetLvr.com is looking for 5 or more bloggers to run their network of pet loving sites. You must have WordPress experience. They don't list the pay rate, but say that is is based on your total monthly wordcount. Read more about this job here...

MBA Blogger: MBA-Channel.com is looking for an MBA student, alumni, or professor to write about the application process, courses, life after school, etc. Pay isn't specified, so proceed with caution. Read more about this job here...

Astrology Blogger: Professional astrologer needed for witty, articulate, accessible, disciplined horoscopes. 1300 words per week for $130. Read more about this job here...

Child's Fashion Blogger: This upscale baby blog needs a writer to talk about baby shower girls, baby clothing, and celebrity babies. Pay is $2 per post to start. Read more about this job here...

Business and Legal Blogger: Great writing needed a business blog for about 24 hours per week. You must be able to work at the Venice Beach office, but days and hours are flexible. Pay is $13 per hour to start. Read more about this job here...

LA Female Weightloss Blogger: Capessa.com is looking for women who want to lose 10 pounds over the next 2 to 12 months. If you're willing to blog along the way, they'll give you a free year-long gym membership. I'm not sure if there's any other pay involved, but a gym membership alone might be worth it to your. Read more about this job here...

Options Trading Blogger: Pay is $200 per month, but the job doesn't specify how much work you'll be doing for that amount. Read more about this job here...

Female Blogger: Female writers needed for articles about fashion, tv, movies, music, and more - 3+ articles per week of 100 - 500 words. Pay isn't specified and looks fairly low, but it might be a fun gig. Read more about this job here...

You can find more great writer opportunities at Deb Ng's Freelance Writing Gigs!

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

Is Your Blog Too Negative?

I enjoy a funny rant as much as the next person, but lately it seems that there's been a lot of start ups that have been unnecessarily snarky. Everyone has a bad day and needs to vent now and again. And really, if you're just running a personal blog, you can rant all you want. But on a professional blog? Sometimes, the snarkiness just needs to stop.

Is your blog too negative? Here are some signs that you might need to lighten up a little:

• You rant about things every three posts (or more often)
• Many times, your snarky stories don't have any points or relevance.
• You don't particularly care about the things you're writing about - you're just trying to raise conversation.
• You rarely report about the good things about your topic.

Are you too negative? Do you think that t can work for some bloggers?

Blog-a-Thons: Are they worth it?

Recently, one of the networks where I write is scheduling a blog-a-thon event. Bloggers will commit to posting once an hour for 24 hours (no pre-posts allowed). In exchange, people will donate money per post for a cause. It's a way to raise money for a charity and get new readers, or so is the hope.

But are blog-a-thons really worth it? In my mind, sorry, but the answer is no.

Don't get me wrong - I think that it is great to blog for charity. I would readily support any blog's event that was set to raise money for a worthy organization. That said, I don't think that a blog-a-thon is a great way to increase awareness about your blog or your cause.

Instead, isn't it a much better idea to spread those 24 posts out over the month. In other words, write the normal amount of posts per month that you'd write and then challenge yourself to write an additional 24 posts (that's like, one extra post per business day).

After all, when I see that my RSS feed reader is clogged with short posts for a thon event, I'm not likely to sit through and read them all. I'm much more likely to read posts on a daily basis.

In addition, if you're trying to get new readers, imagine how it will look if you update once a day after they were initially introduced to a blog that was updating every hour. Most thon readers won't come back.

So, no...I'm not a fan of thons and I won't participate. I'll raise money in other ways for the charity if I choose to support the event.

What do you think about "thons"?

Weekend Blogging Jobs: May 10, 2008

Here's your weekend bonus - Saturday Blogging Jobs!

Travel Blogger for South Florida: b5Media, a company I work for and highly recommend, is looking for a travel blogger to cover the Miami/South Florida area. You must live and work or travel regularly to Miami. Pay is base + CPM. Read more about this job here...

Shoe Blogger: An established blog is looking for a shoe designer to write on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. Pay is $50 - $75 per post. Read more about this job here...

Blog Designer: Blog designer needed for a blog about advertising. You need to give them the ability to work with videos easier, as well as add tags, sponsored ads, etc. Pay is $500. Read more about this job here...

Home and Garden Blogger: You must be able to write content and to use Web 2.0 sites. Pay is negotiable - send your rates. Read more about this job here...

Music Blogger: Los Angeles company looking for global talent to cover stories on a musical instrument blog. Pay is negotiable, but you must have blogging experience.

Read more about this job here...

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

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Guest Post: How To Apply For Professional Blogging Jobs Successfully

Today's post is by guest blogger Dave Parrack. To find other places Dave writes, check out the list of links at the end of this article!

I am a professional blogger, that is to say I earn money from blogging. It's my job, it's what I do, it's how I pay the rent. But it takes time to build up to a position where you are earning enough to live on from blogging alone. You have two options to do so: Create your own monetized blog, or work for others. I took the latter route, and it's working out for me well. But only because I have a high success rate when applying for blogging jobs. So for my guest post here on The Millionaire Blogger, I thought I'd share five useful tips that I have learnt over the past two years.

1. Never lie on your application. It's very tempting to lie in order to get a blogging job, but as with other jobs, it can come back to haunt you at a later date. Don't tell a prospective employer that you have bags of Photoshop experience if you only use MS Paint for photo cropping. Don't say you have tons of Wordpress experience if you have never logged in to a WP Admin page. You'll get found out, and won't last very long in the job.

2. Talk yourself up, not down. This isn't about lying, but more making the most of what you have. Don't mention what you haven't got experience in, or aren't very good at, instead make the person reading your application aware of what talents you do have, and how they'd be useful for this job.

3. Spell and grammar check. My spelling is almost perfect, but I'm prone to mistakes with grammar, so before I send out a written application, I always check both over thoroughly. If you're looking to get paid to blog for someone else, there's no point sending in an application full of mistakes, as they will straight away dismiss your chances of getting the job.

4. Don't overdo the URLs. In a nutshell, this means sticking to the request on the job advert. If it says three writing samples, then provide three writing samples. Do not send in a plethora of URLs as long as your arm. Remember, the first contact you have with a prospective employer is just that, first contact. If they like that frst email, then they'll get back to you and ask for more. Then is the time to produce further evidence of your writing experience.

5. Personalise the application. This means simply addressing it to the correct person, rather than Sir/Madam, assuming you know the name. It also means adding a line to the top and bottom of your application which you haven't sent to anyone else. This can be as simple as "I saw your advert for the **** blogging job, and am applying due to my interest on the subject." And then at the end, thank them for reading your application. remember that they will likely get dozens, if not hundreds, and yours has to stand out.

There are more things you can do to help secure that paid blogging position, but if I give away all my secrets then how am I meant to beat you to the job if we ever go head to head? These five tips should at least ensure your application doesn't get consigned to the dustbin during the first cut. Good luck.

Where You can Find Dave:
Pop Buzz UK - http://www.popbuzzuk.com/
1PStart - http://www.1pstart.com/
Blorge - http://www.blorge.com/
Brit Music Scene - http://britmusicscene.com/
Killed By The Video Star - http://www.killedbythevideostar.com/
Snarkerati - http://snarkerati.com/
Lawson Digest - http://lawsondigest.com/
Web TV Hub - http://www.webtvhub.com/
Web TV Wire - http://www.webtvwire.com/

Guest Post: Why Should You Blog?

Today's guest post is by Leslie Poston, Writer and Editor, BGWE. You can find more writing by Leslie at Profy and Blorge.

You've been reading blogs and watching vlogs for a long time now, and you've been thinking of starting your own. One of the questions you ask yourself is "Why on Earth would I start my own blog?"

You may wonder what you have to offer that another blog or vlog doesn't. The answer is simple. No one sees the world in quite the same way you do. Whether you start blogging for yourself, someone else or business, you do have something to say.

If you want to blog for business, your goal is to promote a product or server or increase interest in a product or service But you can even blog about your personal life, your dating life or your work. All you have to do is find your audience.

The best way to start blogging is just to... start. Sign up for a free blog with WordPress, Blogger, TypePad, LiveJournal or one of many others. Don't worry about making the design completely unique at first. Just use one of the many the blog platform you've chosen provides. You can always go back and update your look later.

Write a post. If you aren't sure what to say, make your first post a "Welcome" post or an "introduction". Start talking about yourself or your business. Keep the tone light. Imagine you are having a conversation with the people using the internet.

You'll find that writing a blog can help you in many ways. If you are keeping a personal journal or diary, a blog can be cleansing. You can use it to chronicle a pregnancy or talk to other mothers about your children. You can connect to friends and family that are far away through blogging.

If you are a business owner, a blog provides a very personal platform to connect with people who actually use your product or service. It lets them give you real-time feedback on how they like it through comments on your posts. You can even use it as a way to provide giveaways and promotions.

Politicians, non-profits and other organizations can use blogging to get their talking points across and to convert people to their cause. You can get a true feel for your voting base and your donors by talking to them in a blog, and they can get a feel for your ideals as well.

Blogging is a new way to communicate online. It is changing the way we make friends, get information and conduct business. With all of the ways a blog can help you personally and professionally, the question is really "Why wouldn't you start a blog?" So what are you waiting for? Get blogging!

Blogging Jobs for May 7, 2008

I'm dealing with dial-up Internet right now, so my apologies for a fairly small list this week! ~Allison

(A new list will be posted every week to help you make your million through blogging too! Good luck to all applicants! And don't forget to check out my Saturday blogging jobs post!)

Entertainment Blogger: Witty, sharp blogger needed for 5+ stories every day. Quote a price. Read more about this job here...

iPod/Phone Bloggers: Bloggers who own an iPhone or iPod Touch are needed for one post per week of about 250 words. Read more about this job here...

Foodie Mom Bloggers: FoodieMama.com is looking for bloggers. You get a 50-50 share of the ads - so it might not be worth the money. You also get 100% of all affiliate ads, though. There are multiple blogs open. Read more about this job here...

You can find more great writer opportunities at Deb Ng's Freelance Writing Gigs!

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

Three Things We can Learn about Blogging from Perez Hilton

Let me just preface this post by saying that I don't like Perez Hilton. I think that Perez Hilton got lucky with his popularity. I think that Perez Hilton is pretty obnoxious to people, not just celebrities. I think that Perez Hilton does a lot of things wrong on his blog.

That said, there are a few things we can learn from the guy. Here are some take-away messages:

1. Don't be afraid to make people mad. I'm not a fan of the way he does it, but I do agree with the fact that you should always be controversial for a cause you enjoy. Be brutally honest. No one comments on a blog when everyone agrees. You don't have to be a jerk all the time, but getting riled up once in awhile is a good thing.

2. Have a personality. Who are you? Do you bloggers know you? Do they remember your name? Heck, even people who don't read Perez Hilton's site know who he is, and that is in part because of his personality. Again, you don't have to be HIM...but make sure you make your blog a bit personable.

3. Use a ton of pictures. I'm not suggesting that you steal them, and you don't have to be purely a picture-based site like Perez Hilton, but make sure you use them fairly consistently. Here is my list of free picture sites.

See? Even from someone who is prime evil, there are things we can learn about blogging!

Webcam Contest Winner!

We have a winner! the comment drawn at random to win the Webcam Giveaway was Hazel, who said:

I like the face following thing, it would make making videos easier ^_^

That is a great feature, Hazel, and now you can try it out for yourself! Didn't win? Don't worry! You can pick a used or even new webcam for fairly cheap:

Congratulations, Hazel!

Weekend Blogging Jobs: May 3, 2008

Here's your weekend bonus - Saturday Blogging Jobs!

Gaming Bloggers: Orble.com is looking for Video Game bloggers to run only of their websites. Pay is 50% of the advertising, so proceed with caution - it might not be worth your time. Read more about this job here...

Rolex Watch Blogger: Position will be about 20 hours a week. You must be able to work from downtown LA and you must have prior blogging experience. Read more about this job here...

Full-Time Entertainment Blogger in LA: This employer is "looking for the next Perez Hilton." Just is 8:30 - 5, M-F in LA and pay is $15 - $20 per hour. Read more about this job here...

Environmental Blogger: They're looking for about 15 posts a week on green tops, crafts, DIY projects, etc. Pay is $16 per post of 150-500 words. Read more about this job here...

Please beware of blogging scams and other online dangers. The above-posted blogging jobs are not sponsored by The Millionaire Blogger, so always proceed with caution. If you come across any jobs that are unpaid (and not advertised as such), pyramid schemes, or other scams, please comment here or contact me immediately!

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