The Things I Tried to Monetise My Blog

Are you wondering what’s wrong with your Blog when it does not monetize as you envisioned?

That’s what happened to me.

In the early stages of my blog, I am not that serious about monetizing.

Later, I said to myself, why not have a try?

But as much as I tried, I only managed less than a dollar for September and still less than a dollar in October.

Some might say it’s too early for me to get any results.

However, I have been blogging for several years.

This is what I have done for the past years till today:

Producing articles specializing in niche topics within the Internet of Things (IoT) realm. These articles will delve deep into specific areas of IoT, offering readers unique insights and detailed analysis on various subjects, thereby contributing to the body of knowledge in this field.
Sharing personal narratives of my entrepreneurial journey. Through these stories, I aim to recount the experiences, challenges, and triumphs I achieved while navigating the world of entrepreneurship. These tales will document my personal and professional growth and provide readers with valuable lessons learned along the way.
Republishing select articles originally posted on two of my blogs, Mazlan Abbas and IoT World. These reposts will reintroduce valuable content to new readers while crediting and acknowledging the sources.
Crafting articles with the exclusive assistance of ChatGPT, where 100% of the content will be generated through this advanced language model. This approach ensures the creation of high-quality, coherent, and engaging pieces that efficiently meet the writing demands of the digital age.
Generating articles where only 20% of the content is assisted by ChatGPT. In these pieces, the bulk of the content (80%) will be my original work, with ChatGPT serving as a supportive tool to enhance the quality of writing, refine language use, and ensure the clarity of ideas presented.
Writing articles that are purely my work without any external assistance. These pieces will reflect my voice, style, and perspective, offering readers content that is authentically mine.
Actively engaging with the reader community through meaningful interactions. Engaging with others allows for exchanging ideas, feedback, and constructive criticism, fostering a vibrant and supportive environment for all participants.
Participating in the discourse by commenting on blogs written by other authors. By doing so, I aim to contribute to the ongoing conversation within the blogging community, acknowledge fellow writers’ work, and cultivate professional relationships and networks within the industry.
Becoming a member of the Partner Program is a testament to my commitment to actively contribute to and participate in the broader blogging community. Joining this program opens up opportunities for collaboration, networking, and potentially earning revenue, further supporting my writing endeavors.

What more can be done?

There are a couple of things that I need to try and later revisit whether this thing works or not:

Endeavor to craft articles more substantially than the current pieces, which generally take readers approximately 2 to 3 minutes to peruse. By developing longer articles, there’s an opportunity to delve deeper into topics, provide more comprehensive insights, and offer a richer reading experience to the audience.

Adopt a writing style characterized by concise, shorter sentences for your articles. Short, clear sentences enhance the readability and accessibility of your content, making it easier for readers to grasp the main points quickly and efficiently. This approach caters to a broad audience, including individuals who may be reading in a hurry or those who are non-native speakers of the language.

Share an increased number of personal journey stories that have the potential to resonate with a diverse readership. Engage the audience with relatable experiences, challenges overcome, and valuable life lessons gleaned from your own adventures and misadventures. Stories that echo the struggles and triumphs of others not only foster a deeper connection with readers but also provide encouragement and inspiration to those navigating similar paths.

Commit to maintaining a consistent schedule of publishing articles on a daily basis. Consistent daily articles will not only help in establishing a regular readership but also ensure that your audience remains engaged and connected with your content. This steady stream of fresh, new content is likely to attract and retain more readers over time, fostering a vibrant and interactive online community around your work.

All is not lost

However, after more than two weeks of joining the partner program and my constant engagement with other writers, I can see some growth in the number of followers, as shown below.