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Re: March 2009 Blogging Income Report – The Last?

Stock Trader — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:01:07 -0000

I think posts like this are invaluable and motivational. Being transparent as you are helps others to really understand that hard work as a proBlogger does yield its rewards. Keep up the good work David, I really enjoy browsing your blog.

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Holly Mann — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 22:51:22 -0000

I agree with the majority - please keep sharing these stats. It helps motivate others and definitely demonstrates that "it can be done" and build your credibility. I think it's awesome! I love your site - and it is one of the very few i have ever found that is REAL and honest.

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Marc — Sun, 10 May 2009 01:41:03 -0000

I appreciate your honesty on how you make your money David, it helps us new bloggers out immensely and gives us hope. As a new blogger I am busting my hump (and loving it mind you) to make this work. You proof that it can! So many other pro's out here are tight lipped and afraid they will give away the golden egg, hahaha!

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Teddi — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 22:49:31 -0000

Seeing the numbers definitely helps with credibility, and with answering my question of "well, what CAN be done? what is ACTUALLY being done out there?" (in this case, by you)

I'd say you don't need to give *exact* numbers to accomplish those purposes. Saying it was "over $8K" of something or "$50K+" is enough to give me the idea.

However, showing the breakdown of what income comes from which types of monetization really helps give an idea of how YOUR philosophy (which you talk about in your blog) results in what kind of income flow. That's very cool, rather than just having a lump number for the quarter.

Thanks for your willingness to share that info, and to share your experiences and advice! :-)

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Chris Blackerby — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 23:02:19 -0000

You're a balla Risley...

Can I borrow some money?

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Marte — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 03:27:54 -0000

I love reading the numbers - they give inspiration. But I'm curious... You said:
* Advertising: $8,370.00
* Affiliate Promotions: $4,057.74
* Book/Disc Sales: $311.56
* Membership subscriptions: $8,670.78

When you say "advertising" do you mean people pay to advertise on your blogs? Also, what are the membership subscriptions for?

I'd be curious to know how many blogs you have and what some of them are...

Re: March 2009 Blogging Income Report – The Last?

Ashton Sanders — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:20:43 -0000

You do an amazing job of not being self-indulgent. From your tag line to your comments, you are obviously a very real person with empathy.

I don't think you come across as bragging at all on these posts, although it might be wise to always have a disclaimer paragraph for the newcomers.

As always, thank you for sharing!
Ashton

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barb @ blogfully — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:19:37 -0000

Yes David,

I'll have to agree with everyone so far. I too enjoy reading your posts about what you've earned both quarterly and monthly. It helps me to keep hopes that one day I too can reach a milestone like this financially. Keep up the great work!!!
-barbarabaker :)

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Allyn — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 00:09:38 -0000

I don't see these posts as bragging. I see them as motivation. I am curious to know how many sites you have that generate this impressive income and if they are evenly generating income or if one or two are creating the biggest amount.
AL

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Herb — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 21:59:01 -0000

Go for it Dave , Honesty and credibility are true marks of a successful and happy businessman. I like seeing where you are, and it can give a goal to shoot for also.
Herb

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Charly Caldwell II — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 22:50:00 -0000

David,

Your posting of your income shows the rest of the community that you're authentic, this is "for real", and inspires people to learn more (most importantly, DO more!)

I use your blog, and your techniques as demos to our clients of what's achievable out there - if you put your mind to it.

Thanks again for being so generous with everything you do! It's refreshing and awesome!

Charly

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Marko — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 18:59:13 -0000

I like to see the numbers, so yea keep posting them. They are a nice motivation. And i really like the breakdowns to see where the income comes from.

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Glen Allsopp — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 10:53:42 -0000

I like the updates, even if they are just to satisfy my curiosity. After-all, your slogan is 'Secrets of a Six Figure Blogger'

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Arshad — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 01:26:19 -0000

oh yes please .we want the reports David .you are doing a great job :)

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Chris Davies — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 03:12:48 -0000

Dave, keep the info coming, it's not in any way bragging, instead it's motivational as a lot of people have said, keeps in our minds the fact that this is achievable and what the real potential is.
Cheers
Chris

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Dean Lisenby — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:21:24 -0000

Please don't stop reporting the income. I've just started following you recently and it helped me with your credibility.

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Dave — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:13:53 -0000

Yup, reporting yr income (especially when it's huge amount$) is tricky, David! :-)

For yr credibility factor - this step is a great move. And important one too.

So it'll be a yes - pls continue to share yr earnings here.

There will be those who are inspired by yr report. There will be those with an eyes of envy big & green.

Learning more from U,
Dave :-)

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Kendall — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 23:10:07 -0000

Please keep posting your gross revenue. In the numbers you revealed the not-so "secret" secret of truly making money through the internet.

Thank you.

What your numbers show is amazing-glaring proof of what probably only 20% of your readers and fellow bloggers understand.

It's right in your face and its hard to miss, but so many will look right past it and just congratulate you on giving them inspiration...

Instead of thanking you for the 80/20 principle you unknowingly revealed.

Kendall Matthews

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Jared Little — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 19:09:29 -0000

Dave,

Please keep posting, I don't feel that this is shallow and it very inspirational to many! I think many enjoy seeing some real data and real figures not just some Joe making false claims.

Jared

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Vin | NaturalBias.com — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:02:12 -0000

I think you posting your revenue is inspirational and informative. It shows what is possible, and it's also interesting to see where the revenue is coming from (advertising, affiliate, etc).

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makr keeler — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 11:48:03 -0000

Dave,

Please keep posting the figures. It's down right inspirational!

Mark

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Imstuff — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 03:10:55 -0000

I think this acts as a kick (a hard one) to the lazy ones out there to act and catch up fast. Still here? go and do something to your blog!

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Marlon — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 02:40:40 -0000

Keep posting. Many of us doesn't see your bragging at all. Actually, this is one of the posts that I anticipate every first week of the month.

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Damilik — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 22:49:24 -0000

Just report about this blog income only. That would encourage people to start their own blog.

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Marvin — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:48:06 -0000

Please do keep posting these numbers as often as possible. I find it inspiring and motivational.