by Paula Pant | Jan 20, 2014
Most people believe that there are only a few, limited ways to earn six figures. You could get an advanced degree in a high-demand, high-skill field like engineering or medicine. You could work at an executive-level for a major company. Or you could build a blog. ... by Paula Pant | Nov 14, 2013
When I write a story for a newspaper or magazine, I don’t get much feedback. Sure, the editor may tell me if she likes it or not. And if I prod enough, I might elicit some response from a friend or family member. But for the most part, I publish and then move onto... by Paula Pant | May 16, 2013
I spent a few years working as a freelance journalist, in the traditional sense of the word. I sought out editors at glossy print magazines. I carefully read through the publications, familiarized myself with each section, and crafted tailor-made pitches. It was... by Paula Pant | May 14, 2013
Most people think that a blog is a little hobby project. Sign up for a free account, post a few sentences about what you ate for lunch, and you’re done. Right? Serious blogging is far more than that. It’s one of the fastest-growing professions in this decade. The U.S.... by Paula Pant | Mar 20, 2013
I began blogging in early 2011. For the first six months — I’m not going to sugarcoat it! — I earned next to nothing. But as my readership grew, more income opportunities began opening up. These days, all of my income comes through blogging-related...