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💻 I Monetized My Blog in 30 Days as a Total Beginner — My Beginner Blog Monetization Strategy


I decided to challenge myself to monetize my blog in just 30 days using a beginner blog monetization strategy, with zero prior experience and low expectations. But to my surprise... it actually worked. In this post, I’ll walk you through what I did, the tools I used, and exactly what I earned with no fancy writing skills or huge audience.



📌 Why I Started Monetizing My Blog

I’m currently on a mission to hit 100,000 subscribers and $100,000 in side hustle income by the end of the year. You can follow that journey over on Side Hustle Seattle.

To get there, I knew I needed more than YouTube. I wanted something evergreen that could bring in passive income. That’s where blogging came in.

My 100k journey

🛠 Step 1: Turning My Videos into Blog Content

I’m not a writer, but I am a content creator. So instead of writing everything from scratch, I repurposed my YouTube scripts into blog posts using AI tools (like ChatGPT) and some light editing to keep my voice.

What I did:

  • Wrote blog posts for my newest videos

  • Repurposed my top-performing videos from the past 30 days

  • Kept each post short, skimmable, and to the point

💡 Tip: You don’t have to start from zero. If you’re already creating content somewhere (YouTube, TikTok, even Instagram) you can repurpose it.

ChatGPT Response

🖥 Step 2: Redesigning My Website for the Blog

My blog used to be buried in my site, and honestly? It was kind of an afterthought.

So I gave it a full redesign:

  • Created dedicated pages for different side hustle categories

  • Organized posts into clickable, digestible sections

  • Made sure every blog was easy to find and navigate

I love using Wix because it has a clean, mobile-friendly layout.

Screenshot of my webpage

💸 Step 3: Setting Up Monetization

Here’s how I made money with the blog:

1. Affiliate Links

I joined affiliate programs for the tools and platforms I already use- like Canva, Fiverr, and side hustle marketplaces. Every time I mentioned one in a post, I linked it with my affiliate code.

You can also join affiliate networks like:


2. Google AdSense

It’s free to apply, and once you’re approved, you can place ads on your blog. I used sidebar ads, in-article ads, and header placements. It won’t make you rich overnight, but it adds up fast with traffic.

Google adsense homepage

3. YouTube Cross-Promotion

Every blog post linked back to my YouTube channel. That way, I could potentially earn twice: once from blog traffic, and again from video views.


Picture of my blogposts

🚦 Step 4: Driving Traffic to the Blog

Here’s how I got people to actually read the posts:

  • Linked the blog in all my YouTube video descriptions

  • Mentioned my website in videos

  • Shared posts to my email newsletter

Even with a small list, email helped remind people to check back in.

Picture of my linking my blog in my youtube videos


📊 My Results After 30 Days

In just one month (May), here’s what happened:

  • 18,000 page views

  • $224.77 in total earnings

Not bad for my first real attempt, and it’s all content that can keep earning passively!


Google Adsense earnings

👀 What’s Next?

Now that I know it’s possible, I’m planning to:

  • Post a few time a week

  • Grow my email list

  • Pitch my blog for future sponsored content

Blogging isn’t a get-rich-quick method, but it is a great way to build passive income while growing your brand.


📬 Want to Start Your Own Blog?

Here are a few beginner-friendly tools I used:


✨ Final Thoughts

Let me know what you think of my beginner blog monetization strategy and if you’re already making content, blogging is a no-brainer. It’s another stream of income that can grow with time, and you don’t need to be a pro writer to start. Just stay consistent, promote your posts, and monetize smart.

👉 Want to see how I structure my blog or copy my template? Subscribe to my YouTube channel for a full breakdown.


Disclaimer

The information provided in this blog post is for general informational purposes only. While I strive to keep the content accurate and up to date, I cannot guarantee that all information is current, complete, or correct. Always do your own research and verify directly with the companies mentioned before signing up. Additionally links above may contain affiliate commissions.

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