If you’ve been following my blog, you will notice that it’s been long I posted update about my niche site project. It’s not as if I didn’t want to after all, I promised you that I will be revealing everything I’m doing on that project here so that we can all learn from it.
But as you know in life, there are so many things we don’t have control of and such things can really come in between you and whatever project you’re embarking on some times.
The truth is that, I’ve not really done much on the niche site project since my last update and, this was due to some circumstances beyond my control. And, I must also tell you that I’ve not really been doing well, I’ve not been as productive as I planned but, I’m ready to make a change now.
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There are always lots of distractions out there that always tries to take our eyes and mind off our focus and, that was what happened to me although, not exactly. I travelled last month as you know and, apart from the fact that I became sick that period which lasted for about 2 weeks and which also affected the project, I was also busy over there and, I was having connection issues throughout that one month and now, my studies is also another issue drawing me back.
It’s obvious that all these affected me in one way or the other, but I don’t want to start giving excuses now because, it will take me no where so, I blame myself for all that happened instead of running away from my mistakes.
However, I know that this niche site project is already taking more time than I expected but, it’s still good, I just don’t want to rush things at all thereby making mistakes so, I will take my time and, remember, this is the first time I’m doing a thing like this so, no cause for alarm :).
“Slow And Steady Won The Race”
Even Pat made it clear on his own site that, its better to take time and ensure that everything works good instead of being faster than your shadow.
What I’ve Achieved So Far on This Niche Site Project
So far so good, I’ve done few things and, I’m happy for that. The major thing that really took me some time to get down is the logo creation.
The first place I went to was at Fiverr, I went there and started searching for some logo creation gigs of which I saw lots of them. I also sent a message to few of them and they replied but at a point, my friend Enstine advised me to post an update on Facebook about the logo creation.
I did that and lots of people contacted me offering to create one for me and after all said and done, a very close friend of mine Tamilola Finally created one for me free of charge, please help me and thank him. I’ve already registered and hosted the domain few weeks back so, that one apart.
The next thing I did successfully is content creation. I was able to find an awesome writer that created 10 articles for me at the rate of $2 per 500 words article and that’s about $20 in all, isn’t that awesome :)?
So, I’ve gotten 10 100% unique articles and I was able to publish one over the weekend. I will be publishing the remaining 9 ASAP.
I also plan on working with this writer for a long time if he continues to do well. Maybe in my future post, I will tell you how to find a writer too for such an amount. Although, my writer is planning on increasing the price to $3/article which I’m still discussing with him.
So, that’s it so far, I know I haven’t achieved much but, I’m happy with that for now.
What Next For The Niche Site Project?
My plan now is to upload more articles on the site at least, once I have up to 5 posts published, I will now start the promotion.
And, after publishing the 10 articles I have so far, I will watch and see what the result looks like and if its pleasant, I will start outsourcing more contents.
Within the week, I will add Google adsense to it and some materials that are related to the niche which i will pick from Amazon and Clickbank.
That’s all I can tell you for now until my next update.
Thanks friend and, happy new week to you all my valued readers, may this be a blessed week for all of us ……. Amen.
It’s now your turn
What do you think about the project so far? Are you also building niche sites if yes, what steps have you taken so far? If you’re not building, why?
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prince says
Hi theodore you really said it all and i know with the above awesome tips i will be able work more and achieve more success thanks theodore for always providing quality contents on this blog
Theodore Nwangene says
You welcome always Prince,
I’m glad you like what I’m doing here.
Harleena Singh says
Hi Theodore,
Thanks for the update about your project 🙂
I know how tough it can all get when you are travelling – ask me! I think you already know what all happened when I was on vacation 2 months back…it surely IS tough. More so, when you have no Internet access or less of it and have health issues, eveything takes a back seat. However, I am glad you are back from all of that and have taken up the reins of your blog once again.
It’s indeed sweet of Temilola to do the logo for you. Ah…writers writing for peanuts I must say…but being one myself I know some do that and how I wish I could tell them NOT to do that and charge much more, but that would be bad for you 😉 I wish you all the best with your new project, and no, I can never think of another blog, leave alone blogs as my one is handful for me to handle!
Thanks for sharing more about you with us. Have a nice week ahead 🙂
Theodore Nwangene says
Hahaha Harleena,
Please don’t tell the guy to charge more :), many people will not be able to afford it. Many of those writers are still new in Odesk and are looking for 5 star reviews, thats why they usually writes for such amount.
Yea, its never easy dear, there are so many things that can really stand on our way many times but, we just have to keep on moving forward. I’m happy for your decision mate, its better to handle one if you know you cannot handle many.
Thanks for the visit and for sharing your awesome opinion with us as always Harleena, really appreciate that :).
Okto says
Thanks for keeping update about the project Theodore.
As I said I like this post. Thus I am going to come back for this. By the way, that is a good price you have for a writer.
Theodore Nwangene says
Yea Okto,
The price is pretty amazing. How is yours doing ?
John Gibb says
hi Theo
congrats!
do you plan to reveal your domain name as others are doing with their public case studies?
I think $2 for one 500-word article is quite amazing… however, ensure the main article/home page features a meaty post… you may want to spend $10+ to have that created… turn that post into something spectacular, quite unique within your niche.
What do you say?
Also,. how do you plan to monetize the site and why?
Theodore Nwangene says
Hi John,
Yes, i reveal the domain later but, thats when the site has picked up for some reasons which you might have known. The writer is doing a good job indeed and, i will really go by your advice about the main article.
About my monetization, i plan on using adsense and amazon for now but, i will also create a product later.
Thanks for the visit my man and, have a great weekend ahead :).
Enstine Muki says
Congrast bro and keep up despite the ups and downs
I started niche site projects last weekend as you know. With 10 articles ready, I have started publishing. Should publish all the articles this week. I intend to publish between 15 and 30 for now. Though still in a learning process, it looks profitable
Good luck to you my man
Theodore Nwangene says
I’m happy for your result so far my man,
I’m sure we can do it so, lets get to work man:) Good luck
Efoghor Joseph Ezie says
Theodore, it’s good you are maintaining your focus despite the challenges. That is the only way to get positive results; don’t ever let anything to force to quit or give up the dream. With time you will be glad you held on during the time of difficulties. Anyone who allows circumstances to dictate his future does not have a strong will to move on.
Theodore Nwangene says
You’re right Joseph,
Anyone who allows circumstances to dictate his future does not have a strong will to move on, i can’t agree more :). Of cause, I’m committed to getting it done and, i don’t have any other choice.
Thanks a lot for the motivation my man. Have a fabulous day.
Peter says
Hi?
Great Post as usual, How Good’s your content writer?
I have a Job for Him.
Also the Blog you configured for me is beginning to show results already, it really needs patience Honestly.
Theodore Nwangene says
Hi Peter,
The writer is really awesome indeed. I’m sure you will like his works man. I will link you guys up later if you want his service. I’m happy to hear that your blog is now picking up 🙂 and yes, you just have to give it some time.
I just replied to your email now please, help me with that.
Thanks my man :).
Manu Jamwal says
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Theodore Nwangene says
Thanks Manu,
I appreciate the kind words :).
akintola emmanuel says
good post.i have been your blog for some time now and i really love your posts.niche sites are good.i created one but i was unable to convert the traffic to money.Anyway,i’m planning to have more niche site in the future.
Theodore Nwangene says
That sounds sad Emmanuel,
But, you’re not alone. Many people have had similar experience before, all you have to do is to learn from your mistakes and forge ahead. Thanks for the visit.
Sanchez Mark says
HI Theodore, – just now saw this post, and I love how it coincides with recent thoughts rolling around in my head about planning my “next steps”. I’m taking part in Rob Clinton’s 180 Biz Mastermind Group, which has prompted me to more concretely identify my goals for 2013, as well as the steps I need to take to get there. I won’t bore you with all the thoughts in my head, but one conclusion I’ve drawn is that I need to commit to creating more/better content for my own site, and some other target sites I’ve identified. There are many “could do” opportunities for expanding my reach, building platform, and increasing my site traffic. But I believe what I “should do” is get back to some basic outreach. Sounds like we’re coming from different starting points, but ending at the same conclusion!
Theodore Nwangene says
Hi Sanchez,
Thanks a lot for stopping over at my site and, i really value the visit a lot. I agree with what you said, we have the same point of view man and, I’m also happy what i said resonated with you.
We all have so many things we want to achieve but, all boils down to getting some basic outreach as you mentioned and, i can’t agree more :). Can you please tell me more about the Rob Clinton’s 180 Biz Mastermind Group?
Thanks a lot for coming friend and, have a pleasant weekend ahead.
chamal says
Hi good post,
How goods your writer? $2 for one 500 words blog post is really amazing.
Yes,you’re right. To be a successful blogger,it takes some times and must be patience.
Theodore Nwangene says
The guy is awesome Chamal,
He does a great work. Yea, we all need time and patience man :). Thanks for the visit.
Dale Poyser says
Hey what are your plans for link building aka rank building?
Seems like this is in the early stages, do you think there will be a problem having Adsense, clickbank and amazon all on the page at the same time?
Are you worried about the site being too spammy? I have heard that this can hurt your rankings in Google’s eyes.
Do you plan to reveal how you did your keyword research?
I will be following your progress, I’m interested to see how it goes.
Theodore Nwangene says
Definitly Dale,
I will be publishing everything I’m doing here. And yes, you can have adsense and those on one site just make sure it does not appear spammy. For now, i will build backlinks via blog commenting and guest posting, i might consider buying expired domains later.
Thanks
Hemant Kumar Arya says
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Thank you.?