How long does it take to make $100 per month blogging?

Understanding the Blogging Landscape

When I first started blogging, I was optimistic. A career that lets me obsessively talk about my favorite topics from the comfort of my sofa? It's a no-brainer. However, as the venerable Yogi Berra once said, "In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is." So, getting down to the intricate realities of blogging, the most vital nugget that needs to be addressed is the revenue. But how long does it take to hit the coveted $100 per month mark? This, my friends, will be the journey in today's discourse.

Patience is a Virtue, or so They Say

Now Josephine, my spouse, often likes to remind me of how I killed our cacti due to my impatience and incessant watering, saying it’s a metaphor for life. And as much as I hate to admit it, she hit the nail on the head - especially when it comes to blogging. You can't make a thriving garden in a day, just as you can't generate a substantial blogging income instantly. It requires patience, persistence, and more patience.

The Time it Takes

If you're looking for a quick turn around, I'm about to burst your bubble. There is no definitive timeline on when you'll hit the $100 per month benchmark. It could take three months, six months, or even a year in some cases, depending on factors like your niche, blog frequency, SEO, monetization strategy, and audience engagement. While it's true that some bloggers can make considerable amounts sooner, remember that those are exceptions, not the rule.

Finding Your Niche and Finessing Your Craft

Like any profession, blogging requires a significant investment of time and energy to understand and excel in your chosen niche. For me, it began with a fascination for parrots - especially my feathered companion, Peanut. I figured, why not share my experiences and thoughts about African Greys with the world? Finding your niche is essential as it not only helps to draw in a specific target audience but also paves the way for partnerships with brands and companies in the same sphere.

SEO: The Unsung Hero of Blogging

Search Engine Optimization or SEO as we love to call it, is your blogs unsung hero. It's like choosing between taking my kids, Osric and Marley to school via the congested main roads or the peaceful and efficient backroads. Which one would you prefer? In the world of blogging, SEO is your efficient backroad. It helps in routing traffic towards your blog and improving its visibility, increasing the possibility of generating revenue faster.

Monetizing Your Blog – The Money Talk

A concept every blogger needs to familiarize themselves with is monetization. Blogging is like Peanut, our pet parrot - it needs constant feeding to stay active and in return, it showers us with delightful chirps (or income in the case of a blog). There are various ways to monetize your blog, such as affiliate marketing, sponsored posts, or Google AdSense. The more revenue streams you have, the sooner you're likely to hit your $100 goal.

Audience Engagement: Because No Man is an Island

Above all else, audience engagement is crucial. You may write the most enlightening blogs and have the wisest words, but if there's no one to read them, it's much like being stuck in a soliloquy. Building a loyal reader base takes time, but with regular interaction and content that resonates, your readers will keep coming back for more. Remember, your readers are the fuel to your blogging fire, and without them, your earning potential decreases.

To close, remember this - blogging is a marathon, not a sprint. Patience, dedication, and consistency will eventually pay off. The potential to earn $100 per month or above is very much achievable, but it requires a well-thought-out strategy, a knack for your niche, and a whole lot of love for blogging. And remember, as Josephine often reminds me, don't kill your blog with impatience!