As a writer, I’m interested in working to build passive income. I haven’t really considered revenue share sites like eHow, to be honest, because I’d rather build something of my own. If I’m going to do the work, I want to be the one earning all the income, not just part of it. So I’ve been looking for some passive revenue streams that would allow me to build an income on the side while working for my freelance clients.

The Niche Blogger, Amy Bass’s blogging membership, seemed like a great option. The fee was minimal, so I figured I’d give it a try. After all, I could always cancel after the first month or so if I wasn’t pleased.

Turns out, Amy delivers far more value than I ever dreamed.  Each month, members gain access to a blog that teaches step by step how to set up Wordpress blogs, install hosting, and more. I already knew a lot of the technical aspects of affiliate marketing, but hadn’t been able to put all the steps together as coherantly as Amy does. She includes step by step instructions, links to resources, and video tutorials for the tricky parts. It’s like getting a complete internet marketing education in one easy to use membership.

I’ve been a member for several months, and am gradually seeing my income rise each month. Best of all, I know I’m building steady income streams that I own, and I can repeat the system over and over until I’ve reached the income goals that I’ve set for my business.

If you’re a writer who wants to break into affiliate marketing, but have been overwhelmed by all the technical knowledge required, relax! The Niche Blogger makes learning affiliate marketing fun again!

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Written by Naomi Dunford, the gal with the unique sense of humor over at Ittybiz, this report, put quite simply, rocks. It’s a great resource for anyone who’s interested in SEO for their blog or small business, but doesn’t have the cash to hire an expert and doesn’t have months to learn the ropes. Naomi breaks SEO down into easy to understand, easy to manage steps that even a complete novice like me can grasp.

If you’ve been wondering where you could learn about SEO, wonder no more. Instead, think like a ninja!