Site News 10/17/08
Oct 17, 2008 Site News
I’m sure you have all noticed that I’ve been posting fewer posts lately. Mostly, that’s because my job keeps me away from the computer. Also, it’s because lately I’ve been slightly more dedicated to the concept of giving you better content. Ironically, I’m not really doing that with this post.
I wanted to share some of the things I’ve been doing with this site lately. Some of them are a little obvious while some aren’t quite as likely to startle you.
Here’s a few of the things I’ve been working on:
- Added CommentLuv plugin to the site. This is a great way to help get more blog traffic to your latest post, and it encourages people to comment.
- I’ve been looking for a more professional theme for the site. I think I’ve found one…but I’m still too cheap to pay for one!
- Added some other plugin. I can’t remember off the top of my head what it is.
- Oh yeah! I remembered! You can now subscribe to comments on this blog. You can also subscribe to my RSS feed…
I’m getting ready to try some new things on the marketing scene. I’ve joined up with several new affiliate programs, and will soon be starting on at least one new ebook (which will be my first). Also, I’m considering starting a mailing list so I can keep you all posted on what odd little projects I am currently working on. Good stuff, right?
Stay tuned. There will be some new stuff coming very soon!
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Tags: commentluv, Site News, wordpress plugins
Third Quarter Earnings Report
Oct 3, 2008 Site News
Hey, does anyone remember how I set a goal of earning $500 online this year?
The reason I had picked such a seemingly low number was that I wasn’t sure that I could pull it off. I mean, I knew almost nothing at all about blogging for money, freelancing, or affiliate marketing when I started this blog. It really started out more as a fun project and then evolved into a money-making monster.
OK, maybe not a monster, but at least I’ve had some fun with it.
The third quarter of 2008 was the quarter in which I reached my goal.
I also figured out how to tap into the Digital Point forums to find little bits of cash here and there (mostly ranging from $1-$5 for completing offers and anywhere from $3.00 to $25.00 for freelance projects).
So, want to see the totals? I knew you would…
Third Quarter 2008 Earnings: $396.94
The Breakdown:
Adspace: $20.00
Paid Postings: $161.00
Freelance: $59.00
GPT Offers: $75.46
Affiliate Commission: $68.00
Miscellaneous: $13.48
Year to date earnings: $761.75
I’m a bit concerned about the fourth quarter of 2008, because my new job keeps me away from home most of the time, and I don’t have a decent laptop that I can take with me. I need to get one, but so far have had no luck. Most of the money I’ve made online has gone to help with necessities and things for the family.
I doubt it, but I think I’ll try to break $1000 this year. It’ll be a stretch, but a fun goal to try to reach.
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Tags: earnings, report, third quarter
Happy Birthday!
Aug 18, 2008 Site News
I believe today marks the first anniversary of The Sugarbuzz Project…or at least the anniversary of the first post.
This site has come a long way since I started it, even almost falling into a niche…but not quite.
Also, about three weeks ago, I made it to my goal.
The only New Year’s resolution I made this year was to make $500 on the internet. I HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFUL!
It’s an awesome feeling. For once in my life, I have accomplished something that I set out to do. And now, even in my personal life, people are starting to take notice (my wife, actually). So I have gone from her not caring, to her thinking it was a bad idea, to her saying things like ‘you aren’t going to stop, are you?’ in a positive manner…heh.
Actually, I’m getting very close to the $600 mark. Want to know how close?
Are you sure?
Too bad! You are just going to have to wait until I release the third quarter earnings report!
And now, I shall entertain you with song.
Happy birthday to me…happy birthday to me…
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Tags: goals, happy birthday
Some news for the readers…
Aug 10, 2008 Site News
I’m sorry that I have been out of commission for a while. My keyboard died a cruel death at the hands of a huge glass of iced tea…and I wasn’t about to write a post using onscreen keyboard!
But I got another system up and running, so it should be business as usual!
And now, a big announcement!
New to the Project: Sugarbuzz network, RapidFireReviews.com!
I’m going to move most of my reviews over to that site, to try to keep this site dedicated more to the art of making money.
As a special introductory offer, you can get a review of your site, product, or service for only $1.00!
That price will not stick around for long, so it would be a good time to jump on it.
Speaking of new blogs, since I’m not the only person on the net blogging about things, be sure to swing over and say hi to a new guy, Daniel Neumeister . He’s a healthcare professional who is new to the blogging scene, and discusses topics such as long waits for healthcare. He seems to be a good writer, and I hope to read more from him soon!
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Tags: Site News, special offer
Server Trouble
Jul 8, 2008 Site News, Work At Home
Hostgator broke the server. They are supposed to be fixing it, but want to fix all of my other problems first. Go figure.
As some of you know, I’m no stranger to having issues with the servers that I find myself using. It just seems to be a way of life for me.
Anyway, here’s an update — it’s working decently again, but the old theme wasn’t rendering properly, so I switched it out. Hope you like the new one! Feedback is welcome and appreciated! Woot!
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