Building consistency in your habits is the key to long-term success - learn five simple steps to make habits stick, even when life gets in the way.

There’s so much power in being consistent with your habits, and it’s not about being perfect or overly ambitious. It’s about showing up, even in small ways, every single day. I recently read a quote that really stuck with me: "Forming good habits isn't about being perfect, it's about being more of who you are." That hit me hard because when we build habits that align with who we truly are, they become effortless and life-changing. Let’s break it down into five steps so you can build habits that stick for the long haul!

Action Plan:

1 - Start Small and Build Gradually: Begin with tiny, manageable habits and gradually build on them.

2 - Make Habits Non-Negotiable: Treat your habit as a must-do part of your day, no exceptions.

3 - Track Your Progress and Celebrate Wins: Use a tracker and celebrate small wins to stay motivated.

4 - Stay Committed Even When Results Aren’t Immediate: Trust the proces, even when results aren’t immediate.

5 - Adjust and Adapt When Necessary: Life happens—adjust but don’t give up!

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In episode 675, Megan chats to Laura Piper about how to leverage Pinterest Trends to increase your visibility and drive more traffic to your food blog.

Laura Piper is a Pinterest expert who works exclusively with food bloggers. Her mission is to help them make Pinterest their #1 traffic source without feeling frustrated or overwhelmed. Using her proven Pinterest strategies, along with in-depth Pinterest trends and keyword insights, she simplifies the platform for food bloggers, allowing them to focus on what they love most—creating amazing new recipes.

In this episode, we break down practical strategies for using Pinterest Trends effectively, helping you create timely content that reaches the right audience at the right moment.

Key points discussed include:

- Pinterest Trends is a goldmine: This free tool helps you identify what people are searching for and when to publish your content for maximum impact.

- Use seasonal trends to your advantage: Find emerging trends early to ensure your content gains traction as searches increase.

- Growing trends aren’t always the best choice: Instead of targeting already popular trends, focus on those about to take off.

- Timing is key: Start pinning seasonal content well in advance—sometimes months ahead—to give Pinterest time to understand and distribute your content.

- Optimize your pins with keywords: Include trending keywords in pin titles, descriptions, and board names to improve visibility.

- Roundup posts can boost engagement: Pinterest favors roundup posts because they provide multiple options in one place, increasing saves and clicks.

- Pinterest favors high-quality content: Authentic, original images and well-researched posts perform better, especially as Pinterest cracks down on AI-generated spam.

- Less is more when pinning: Quality pins aligned with trends outperform high-volume, low-quality pinning strategies.

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In episode 674, Alicia Gonzalez Tome teaches us practical strategies for managing time efficiently, optmizing for SEO and balancing life and blogging - especially as a part-time blogger.

Alicia Gonzalez Tome is a GF & DF nomad foodie who loves nature and sports. She had a thyroid disorder that led her to change her diet and was part of her natural recovery from this autoimmune disease. Originally from Spain and based in Australia since 2017, she is constantly traveling and currently living in her campervan along the NSW coast.

In this episode, you'll learn key strategies for efficiently managing a food blog, from photography tips to time management strategies, while keeping balance in your life.

Key points discussed include:

- Be intentional with content: Focus on high-volume keywords and recipes that will drive traffic to your blog.

- Use the right tools: Investing in tools like RankIQ, SEMrush, and the Feast plugin can save time and boost efficiency.

- Batch content creation: Plan ahead and shoot multiple recipes in one session to streamline your workflow.

- Keep photography simple: Use a basic camera, natural light, and minimal props to create beautiful yet efficient food photography.

- Avoid social media burnout: If Instagram or other platforms drain your energy, it’s okay to take breaks and focus on SEO instead.

- Schedule and plan ahead: Set clear deadlines for recipe testing, photography, and writing to stay on track.

- Know your limits: Be realistic about how much content you can produce each month to maintain a work-life balance.

- Take breaks when needed: Stepping back can help you return with fresh energy and creativity.

You’ll love Episode 593: 3 Simple Ways to Successfully Blog Part-Time While Working Full-time with Kimberlee Ho

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