Blogging isn’t dead — it’s just evolved. A blog can still be one of the easiest and most flexible ways to build passive income. Whether you want to share ideas, recommend tools, or create a content brand, this guide shows you how to start (without overthinking it).
🔹 Step 1: Pick a Niche That Pays
Your niche is the topic your blog will focus on. Choose something that:
- Has products/services people already buy
- You’re interested in (or can research with AI)
- Has affiliate programs or digital products
Examples: Budget travel, AI tools, side hustles, home automation, health tech, digital marketing, etc.
🔹 Step 2: Set Up Your Blog
- Get a domain name (e.g. passiveparent.com)
- Choose a host like IONOS or Bluehost
- Install WordPress (most hosts do this in 1 click)
- Pick a clean theme like Astra, Neve, or Kadence
- Set up basic pages: Home, Blog, About, Contact
🔹 Step 3: Create Content That Solves Problems
Money-making blogs answer specific questions. Create posts like:
- How to…
- Top 5 Tools for…
- Reviews of software, gear, services
- Templates and downloads
Focus on quality over quantity — use AI tools to help draft, but make sure it feels human.
🔹 Step 4: Monetize It
- Affiliate Links: Recommend tools/products and get paid when people click and buy
- Ad Revenue: Apply for Google AdSense or Ezoic when you have traffic
- Digital Products: Sell eBooks, templates, or Notion dashboards
- Email List: Offer free resources in exchange for email signups and pitch affiliate offers later
🔹 Step 5: Keep It Simple
One blog post per week. One product recommendation per post. One clear call-to-action. That’s all you need to start.
Don’t worry about being an expert. Just be one step ahead of someone starting from scratch.
🟢 What To Do Next
- Write down 5 blog post ideas based on your niche
- Sign up for 1 affiliate program
- Launch your blog (even if it’s not perfect)
