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Mattie James is a full-time blogger, mompreneur, influencer, wife, and inspiration for anyone wanting to take their style blog to the next level. She openly shares how she manages to get it all done with help from family and her team, how she finds a healthy balance of work and family, and becoming the woman of faith that she has always wanted to be. On the podcast we talk about what she actually does to help her faith grow, why it is necessary for her to start her day the way she does, and her favorite Christian apps. There is a bonus for this episode! If you check out the show notes and sign up, you will get to listen to the bonus questions that I asked Mattie. We talk about who are the moms she looks up to - some you may be able to guess and a couple that may be new to you, and what her personal mantra and life mission is. So to listen to these extra questions you have to be a part of the Mommifaceted Community - and to do that you can sign up on mommifaceted.com/episode32. If you are struggling to find the time for building your relationship with God, or struggling to prioritize devotion time - you are not alone, and this episode is for you. Subscribe, rate and review! Follow Mattie James! Mattie James Blog Instagram Follow Mommifaceted! Instagram Facebook
There's nothing like kicking your week off productively and your things to do list really sets the tone for that. But it's not just about writing things down. What you're writing and how much you're putting on your list is really determining how much you're getting done. In episode 85, I break down how to maximize your to do list so you do actually get things done. Want the free notes and worksheet from this episode? Go to Mattieologie.com/ep85 for more.
Podcast back! You'll notice that here at Mattieologie we're producing A LOT of different types of content. Podcasts, blog posts, YouTube videos and more. It's a lot to take on and deciding what content should be on what platform can get tricky. In episode 81 of the podcast, I share exactly how I decide what content goes on what format. Want the free notes and worksheet from this episode? Head on over to mattieologie.com/ep81 to download.
In episode 80 of the Mattieologie podcast, we're discussing how to email someone you want to collaborate with. I've discussed email techniques in the past, but in this episode, I specifically focus on approach and building rapport. There's a point when I get a bit "passionate" but only to drive my point home. Enjoy. Be sure to get the free podcast notes at mattieologie.com/ep80.
Mattie James is the editor of the lifestyle blog Mattieologie.com. Last Summer, after being unexpectedly laid off from her 9-5, Mattie decided to pursue her years-long dream of turning her blog into a full-time business. On this episode, we talk about the exact moment she was laid off and how she kicked her blogging business into overdrive and is making it both profitable and sustainable. Show Notes: http://hashtagsandstilettos.com/mattie-james/ Have feedback? Rate and review this episode on iTunes or send Sakita a message on twitter: www.twitter.com/MissSuccess.
This is something that, no matter who you are, is super important. While I’ve written about the daily system that I use to get things done, I’m going to show you the 3 things that help me to follow through on the plans I’ve made for the day. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen below or subscribe on iTunes.
Today, we’re going to talk about the best way to come up with post ideas. Sometimes you can hit a brick wall in terms of content creation, so I’m going to share a secret and show you how to create amazing posts for your blog. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen below or subscribe on iTunes.
While no one in particular asked me this question, it’s something that I feel is important for all bloggers. This topic is a major reason why people go out of business or why no one is reading their blog. Today I’m going to break down the 4 things you need to be aware of in reference to your audience. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen below or subscribe on iTunes.
Creating video content is so important right now as a digital content creator. As I begin to revisit my YouTube strategy, I share the top 3 reasons why having video content on the blog is vital for your online success. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
@wjprather on Twitter wants to know what my ‘why’ is and how I’m able to stay motivated. I’m going to tell you why I blog and the best ways to stay motivated even on the days you don’t feel like it. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen below or subscribe on iTunes.
Myisha wants to know what you’re supposed to when you’ve come up with a name for your business, but the URL is already taken. This is a topic that’s really important to me in the realm of blogging and branding. I’m going to break down how to keep this from happening to you, and if it has, how to overcome it. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
I get this question a lot on various social networks, and I wanted to explain how to talk about multiple topics in one blog without confusing your reader. These 3 points really help me out when I blog on Mattieologie.com. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Breshauna, from Charlotte, NC, wants to know if a fashion or style blog can make it without having personal pictures on the site. I’m going to break down the 3 ways you can start a personal style blog with the bare minimum. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
While no one asked me this question, it’s something that I wanted to share as Periscope has helped me to immediately grow my brand. Here are 3 secrets to being successful on Periscope as a blogger. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen below or subscribe on iTunes.
Nailah, from www.TheMiscellaneousFiles.com, isn’t sure how to create multiple lists in MailChimp and wants to know the process. I break down the easiest way to use one MailChimp account for two blogs. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
I’m going to talk about what you should do to get your readers to buy anything. As blogs grow and turn into brands, this is really important. I’m going to break down what you should do from post to purchase to be successful. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
While no one specifically asked me this question, it’s something that I’m often asked on Periscope or Twitter. It's also the FIRST thing I tell my clients when consulting their blog. I’m going to discuss the ONE thing your blog absolutely needs, but doesn’t have. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
I’m often asked how I’m able to come up with the prices of my products and services. Here are the 3 things you need to know in order to properly price whatever service you will be offering. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Nadine from Facebook wants to know at what point you should hire a PR professional for your blog. Here are 3 things you should look at if you’re considering working with a PR firm. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
This is a question I get asked all of the time, and I’m finally sharing the 3 ways to take the best pictures for your blog. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Alyx wants to know the best way to get her boyfriend on board with her vision for her blog. While he may support her vision, he doesn’t truly understand. Today, I explain 3 things you can do to possibly get your partner on board and get him (or her) to fully understand your vision. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
I’ve been getting a lot of questions from Periscope about how to take something you’ve written about and turning it into a video. I will break down the 3 ways to make this happen in a simple, yet efficient way. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Melyssa (@_MYCC on Twitter) asks when the best time is to start legally protecting your blog. I’m going to breakdown when you should legally protect your blog as a business and give you 3 steps to protecting your brand, and how to get it done. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Today I'm answering a Twitter question from @fennellalike who asks, "What exactly does your assistant do? How does the process work and how do you compensate her?" My assistant, Krissy, has been incredibly helpful to me and directly beneficial to my blog's productivity. Some people may wonder why you need an assistant if you're "just a blogger." So I share the 3 main reasons why having an assistant has been beneficial and so so helpful. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen below or subscribe on iTunes.
Today I'm answering a question I've been repeatedly asked since starting my podcast with Hubs at the top of the year. I'm finally sharing how simple it is to start a podcast. From what to use to record to how to submit your podcast to iTunes, I cover it all. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Today's question comes from Kyley in Arizona who asks: "Is it important to have your blog name correlate with other things you are doing? For example, should my blog name be the same as the name of my Etsy shop?" I break down 3 reasons why your online name is so important to build a profitable yet personal online brand. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Today's question is via email and comes from Whitney in NYC from www.stylishlYours.com. Whitney just relaunched her blog and got more traffic than she anticipated. She's wondering whether Google Analytics or Wordpress Analytics is better. She writes: "What's the best way to track my traffic for media kit purposes?" The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen below or subscribe on iTunes.
Kyley in Arizona wants to know what advice I could give to anyone looking to use images from another site on theirs. To keep from causing conflict, I will break down the 3 ways you can make this happen. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
Stephanie from Mexico wants to know the guidelines a blogger should follow when deciding the brands to collaborate with. I break down the 3 reasons you should move forward with, and not, with a brand. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
@GlamSavvy on Twitter wants to know what the pros and cons of having ads on our website can be. Here, I give 3 solid reasons for why affiliate marketing can benefit your brand, and why it may not. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
.@180daystohappy would like to know the easiest way to find a photographer for your blog. I tell you how I found my photographer and what the process was for making sure the aesthetic was perfect for my brand. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
@ChocolateFashionPR wants to know how I’m able to balance everything going on in my life, and I’m going to break down the 3 things I do to simplify it all. The Mattieologie podcast (formerly #AskMattie) is posted Monday thru Friday. If you have a question for me on style, life or blogging, send your name, URL & city + your question to askmattie@mattieologie.com. Listen and subscribe on iTunes.
This is something that gets mixed up all the time, but I’m going to share something that I read online that completely changed my view. Here are the fundamental differences between being a freelancer and entrepreneur. Show notes on Mattieologie.com. Subscribe on iTunes.