If you’re new here I’ve posted income reports ever since I started this blog, three years ago. I initially had goals of making a few hundred dollars a month and then slowly growing that amount. Luckily, that’s what I’ve been able to do.
In 2012 I decided that earning money online was going to be the only way I could create the life I wanted living in a small town with no good job options. I dove in head first and started trying things out. I’ve failed at sooo many different things and have had great successes with others.
As of now I earn an income through being a freelance writer, virtual assistant, and blogger. (And yes, I know how crazy that sounds to most people!)
February Income
February was an okay month, nothing to write home about but not horrible either.
(As a reminder this is the money I actually received in February and doesn’t necessarily reflect work done in February.)
February Income was $5,242.07
It broke down like this:
- Freelance (virtual assistant and writing work) $1,400
- Ad Networks $2,597.85
- Affiliate Commissions $776.22
- Direct Advertising $450
- SEO Guide $18
Expenses came to $458.29 making net profit $4,783.78 BEFORE taxes. Taxes also take up another 25-30%.
For those of you who have asked how many hours I work in a typical week I am keeping track of that this month so I can give you an accurate number instead of just guessing. As of now I do think it’s somewhere in the 15-25 hour/week range. (It used to be A WHOLE LOT more. The good thing about having a blog is that you can put in a lot of work upfront and then reap the benefits in the future. It’s pretty amazing to me!)
If you currently have a blog but are having trouble building traffic or making money you can get Ruth Soukup’s free e-book 7 Ways to Boost Your Blog Income Overnight for free here.. Ruth is the creator of Elite Blog Academy which is the course that helped me 10x my traffic and income.
(Elite Blog Academy is not currently open but you can still download the free e-book and get on the waiting list for the next enrollment.)
A New Project
I finally started a new project that I’m excited about. (Woohoo!) Part of the reason I’m excited about it is because I’m working on it with a partner. I’ll openly admit that one of my BIGGEST struggles working from home is the feeling of isolation.
When I first switched to working from home full time I thought I’d thrive because of my introverted personality but I’ve found now that too much by-myself time makes me unproductive and a little moody.
With all that said I’m stoked to have someone to team up with. That partner is my Mom. We’ve been working on a new project over the past month and plan to have it built up enough to launch and share at the end of this month.
(Although, you may have no interest whatsoever in the new project because it has absolutely nothing to do with the normal topics on this blog. I think it’s pretty cool though 😉 )
What Should You Do If You Want to Earn Money Online?
I get tons of emails asking what I think someone should do to earn money online. The truth is, there’s no one answer! There are an incredibly large number of things you can do and what works for me might not work for you and vice versa.
With that said here are some of the guides I’ve created about work from home positions I actually know about!
- How to Start a Professional Blog for $12 (Also covers five proven ways to earn money plus a discount link to get a year of pro blog host for only $12 – woohoo!)
- How to Start a Freelance Writing Business from Scratch
- How I Became a Virtual Assistant
If you don’t like those ideas here are some more recommendations:
- 50+ Legit Work From Home Jobs (This list includes jobs from companies that actually hire verses freelance type of stuff that I’m into.)
- 10 Small Business Ideas for Women (This post links to women who are successful in different areas and who you could probably learn a lot from in their respective business niches.)
$5,242.07 is an impressive number, so congrats on such income generation, even if it’s not your highest. Thanks for sharing and I look forward to following you, as I just found your blog.
Thank you 🙂
I think 5K is a very impressive number! I look forward to your income reports each month and am looking forward to your new project as well. It is very inspiring to me!
Thank you Valerie! I’m happy with $5k I just feel like I’ve been stuck at this number for a long time. This month should be higher but I’m not sure if that will be the trend or the exception!
Great month, Alexa!
Thanks!
Oho, love these posts. Great job once again, looking forward to match these numbers anytime soon 🙂
You can do it!
Great month as always! I’ve said this before, but it still stands true: one of the hardest things about trying to make money blogging (or online for that matter) is that the sky is the limit and the possibilities are endless.
It does make it harder, right? There are so many different directions you can go it’s hard to know which one to take!
You continue to inspire me with your success Alexa. I am also starting a business with a friend and it is so nice working alongside someone else each leaning on the other’s strengths. We are doing a trade show at the end of March and then setting up a website after that. Good luck to you and your mom. I am excited to see what you come up with.
Thank you so much Trina 🙂 It is nice to have some to work along side. I hope everything goes well at the trade show!
Wow, congratulations. It’s really cool how you’ve started your online business. Good luck on your new project with your mom. I think that’s really sweet. Thanks for the inspiration.
Thank you 🙂
Loving reading your income reports! Best of luck with your new project, I can definitely understand the feeling of isolation when you work from home. Congratulations on another great month, what an achievement 🙂
Keep up the good work!
excited to dig in all the resources you provided!Your blog is easy and feels legit! I’m wanting and hoping i can follow in your earning money footsteps, even tho i will be a newbie and all three. Wish me luck and big thanks!
You can do it!
What ad network are you using and how many views did you get that earned you 2k+? Impressive earnings.
I mainly use The Blogger Network but also use Media.net and Google Adsense in some posts. Pageviews are usually 200k+
your affiliate income was good! how you can improved? are you using single amazon affiliate or are you use other affiliate network. i always find home base income and your blog was gives me good idea thank you.