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Have you ever faked being sick to get out of work? While I don’t like to lie (and I’m a little ashamed to admit this story), I did that once. I went so far as to put a thermometer in my mouth, pull it out and pretend to read the temperature, and then pretend to be surprised by my supposed “fever.” My temperature was normal, of course, but I had a feeling that using a thermometer would make my “illness” seem all the more real. My boss believed me and urged me to go home and get some rest.

I tell you this story, again, with a little hesitation. I don’t like the thought of being manipulative or lying to get my way, but I wanted to show you how absolutely miserable I was. I remember waking up for that job each morning and hoping that I would actually be sick so that I wouldn’t have to go. I literally hated my job so much that I’d rather have been physically ill. Yikes.
While working at that day job, I started this blog in my spare time. It ended up being just the release I needed — something to take my mind off of work and to fuel me with a sense of purpose. I was obsessed. Initially, I started my blog as purely a hobby. In fact, I didn’t even know it was possible to earn money as a blogger and assumed people who did were just anomalies…the people who write books about living on a white sand beach and drinking margaritas for breakfast. Not me.
But within a few months, I was starting to get the hang of things. My efforts were turning into something real. I was growing a mini audience and even making a few hundred dollars per month from my blog. It was utterly exciting. I felt truly proud of myself because *I* did this. Then, a couple months later, I made my first $1,000 from my blog, all in less than 6 months. I can’t tell you how exhilarating that felt. I started looking forward to waking up each day, because even though I had a day job that broke my spirit, I got to look forward to working on my blog in the evenings.
One of the best days of my life came nine months after starting my blog. I put in my two weeks notice at my job and began to pursue my blog and business full-time. These days, my blog biz is thriving. It’s been over two years since I quit my last day job and I am happier and more fulfilled than ever. I feel like I have a purpose. Not to mention, my bank account is thanking me, too. 😉
Now, are you a blogger? Online content creator? Consultant? Freelancer? Entrepreneur? If so, then I want to show you exactly how I was able to pull all of this off…to create my own business, to feel proud of my work, and to start earning thousands per month online.
This week, I’m teaching a FREE online workshop, where I’m showing you, step-by-step, how to grow your audience and turn your blog into your full-time job. The last time I taught this workshop, over 1,500 people tuned in. Afterwards, I got more tweets, Instagram messages, and emails than I could count…from people who felt like the training changed their life or led them to an epiphany that they otherwise wouldn’t have had.
The workshop is called, “How to Earn $1,000 From Your Blog in the Next 60 Days,” and it has the power to change things for you.
This free workshop is offered at two times, just to make things more convenient for your schedule:
- Wednesday, December 9th at 11am PST
- Thursday, December 10th at 1pm PST
Just click here to sign up for this free, online workshop! These workshops are happening soon, so make sure you sign up asap so you don’t miss out. I won’t be offering them again.
Imagine what it would feel like to earn $1,000 from your blog next month.
And then imagine what it would feel like to earn $2,000 the next month. Or $5,000. Or more.
Seriously, I want you to write down how it would feel. Would your life change? Would you be happier? More fulfilled? Bring those thoughts to the workshop this week…I want to hear them.
I’ll see you live! Make sure you sign up soon. 🙂

By the way, I’m currently launching my flagship course, The Blog Hive™, which walks you through my system for growing your audience and traffic, understanding your email list, and creating and launching your first successful e-product.
The course includes 8 modules (over 20 training videos!), worksheets, and more. It also comes with a TON of bonuses, like hand-picked accountability/mastermind groups with 3-4 students each, a members only Facebook group, live interviews and Q&A sessions with some of the most successful bloggers and online entrepreneurs, and even more bonus videos and guides. Enrollment closes soon…on Sunday, December 13th at 11:59pm PST. You can learn more and sign up here!
See you in The Blog Hive™! 🙂















Melyssa, you’re awesome! I watched your last webinar and so many things started to click for me. Your step by step guide makes the goals for my blog FEEL so much more achievable! Thank you for sharing your journey and algorithm for success with us so openly!! You’re my girl boss inspiration.
Melody // http://www.marevoli.com
MELODY! Wow. This comment is making me feel so happy. I’m really glad you liked the webinar and that you felt things start to click for you. That’s amazing! I sincerely appreciate you. 🙂
Hey!
I tried to sign up for the Blog Hive, but it’s not giving me the option in under courses. Weird.
Hi Marissa! Hmm that’s odd! So, you went to thebloghive.com, clicked one of the enrollment options and then it didn’t work? Let me know what happened and we’ll get it figured out so you can join! 🙂
I signed up and can’t wait. You give such amazing free value, Melyssa. 🙂
Hey Violeta! Thanks for being such an amazing supporter. 🙂
Is the blog hive just for bloggers that want to sell e-product? I want to blog more, but a creative lifestyle blog – not so much of an informational blog. So I’m just trying to see how I could make money with an e-product.
Hey Alexandria! I empathize with your dilemma. I body paint and I didn’t think I could EVER figure out how to create content around that. But I talk about social media, branding, Instagram and Pinterest (my loves), marketing tactics, feature posts, and more!
If you want to talk about a creative lifestyle, pick your theme and run with it!
I’ve seen people run e-courses about handlettering and typography to making meatballs.
Whether you’re a stylist, an artist, a horticulturalist, or an exotic bird expert – it is possible to create an e-product, after you’ve built your audience, and find out what they want more of.
I totally agree with GiGi! There are so many courses out there on all different subjects. You want to find your niche and passion and create a course around that!
Awww mehnnn I just found you and was so excited reading the first few lines (funny), but noticed that i missed it.. Do you have a podcast or something about it? If no.. I am now gonna be stalking you.. ( not really) but loved the story nonetheless.
http://www.menelliavalcent.com
Hi Menellia! Check out http://katch.me/nectarcollect you can see the #blogfulltime periscope series.
Can you do a post about what you talked about during this course
Hi, thanks for the feedback, I may consider posting about this 🙂 Also, if you go to http://katch.me/nectarcollect you can see the #blogfulltime periscope series.
I actually registered anyway and got an linked emailed to me. Watched it last night and took down 5 pages of notes and i woke up soo excited this morning, i spent the entireeeeeeeee last day of my vacation redesigning my new site and creating a product.. EXCITED is an understatement tahhh
http://www.menelliavalcent.com
OMG this is fantastic! I love this comment so much – seriously made my day. I’m so happy to hear that you are on your way!
I’m really glad you left this comment because it prompted me to sign up too. I got the link and will be watching it when I get off work 🙂 Thank you!
De rien.. 🙂
Oh good! I’m glad you got to watch it!
can anybody send me the link of course videos. I will be very thankful.
Hi Usama, I am not sure I know what you are referring to do you mean a link to the webinar?
Thank you for an awesome webinar, Melyssa! I took a lot of notes and my mind is already buzzing with new ideas. Thanks again, I’m slowly getting back to blogging and your content is always so inspirational. Hope you have a beautiful day! 🙂
You are so welcome! I am glad to hear that you are inspired 🙂
I MISSED IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! are you doing another one anytime soon. This above article literally is about my life its scary. I would love to grow my blog into a full-time job
Hi Sydney, I’m so sorry you missed it! Are you on the email list? Keep an eye out for reminders, I will definitely offer more webinars in the future
Yes I am on the email list!! ill keep an eye out thanks!!!
Hello Melyssa, is there anyway I can still view your webinar? I am a fan and subscriber 🙂
I just learned about your blog via Pinterest, PLEASE share your webinars again!!
So glad you found TNC! Make sure you’re signed up to receive emails. That’s how you’ll find out about upcoming webinars 🙂
Hi Melyssa, will you be hosting this webinar again? I would love to attend. Thanks so much!
Aw, thank you Michelle 🙂 I’ll be announcing my next webinar via email soon!
Thanks. What an awesome post. UNN Postgraduate