Offbeat Grad

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Sara from Sara Strives joined me to chat about the hustle mindset and how it can be toxic. We'll talk about what exactly this mindset is, where it comes from, and how it can be used as a marketing tactic. CONNECT WITH SARASara StrivesWork From Home Mental Health Tips Blog PostSara's InstagramPINTEREST RESOURCESNo-Nonsense Pinterest Course (use code OFFBEATGRAD for 50% off)Revamp Your Pinterest Free CourseTailwind Free TrialCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Pinterest is changing rapidly. If you've noticed a drop in traffic and Pinterest views, you're not alone. Here's everything I know about the changing algorithm, as well as what you can do to actually get your views up. PINTEREST RESOURCESNo-Nonsense Pinterest Course (use code OFFBEATGRAD for 50% off)Revamp Your Pinterest Free CourseTailwind Free TrialCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

I'm all about Pinterest in this episode. We're chatting about the most common Pinterest mistakes I see today, as well as what you can do about it. I also share some of my strategy for driving traffic to your blog with Pinterest. Basically, it's time to use Pinterest. PINTEREST RESOURCESNo-Nonsense Pinterest Course (use code OFFBEATGRAD for 50% off)Revamp Your Pinterest Free CourseTailwind Free TrialCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Stop believing these SEO myths! Some are just full-out wrong while others are more complex than you think. The more you know about SEO, the better equipped your website will be to compete in this crazy online world. CONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

You asked so I answered. I'm answering all of your questions about freelancing and beyond! Note, I'm super rambly and confusing at the beginning. I blame the stress of moving!CONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Did you know your Instagram giveaway is most likely illegal? It's true. Instagram giveaways are acting as an illegal lottery, and the FTC is cracking down on these lotteries to hold bloggers and brands accountable. Here's how to host a giveaway ethically and up to the FTC's guidelines. GIVEAWAY RESOURCESIs Your Contest an Illegal LotteryWhy There Are So Many Illegal Social Media ContestsCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Do you know how to price yourself as a blogger and freelancer? Hint: there's no magic formula. Forget everything you know about pricing and listen to this episode. We're debunking pricing myths and mistakes to help you value your work higher. CONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Upwork changed again! This time, they're charging freelancers to apply to gigs! Yikes! Or it is not so bad? I'll break it down for you here. CONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

You heard me right. I'm 100% over hearing your pyramid scheme / MLM pitch and no I don't want to buy your weight loss shakes. Here's another rant about how to spot MLM scams, why they suck, and how to protect yourself from becoming yet another statistic.Anti MLM ResourcesAnti-MLM PodcastsAntiMLM RedditCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Does Instagram leave you feeling exhausted as a blogger or freelancer? If so, you're not alone. Amanda Cross and I talk about everything that's frustrating about Instagram as well as our best tips for coping with that stress. CONNECT WITH AMANDAThe Happy Arkansan BlogThe Happiness Looks Like Me PodcastThe Ambitious Freelancer Group on FacebookInstagramTwitterCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

You needed an email list, like, yesterday. This is especially true in light of the Instagram/Facebook apocalypse that happened recently. You don't own your followers. You only own your email list. Here's how to get one, use it wisely, and grow it quickly. CONNECT WITH THE SHOWMailchimp $30 Referral (Affiliate link)Offbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Have you ever wondered when this blogging business all started? This week we're doing something different and taking it wayyy back to 1994 to talk about how blogging got started. More importantly, we're discussing all the interesting moments that took blogging to where it is today. CONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterSOURCES (CREATIVE COMMONS)Web Designer DepotJustin HallSkilled MagazineCydoniaOSEzra SlaytonJustinEqualsTimeApril RayVlogbrothersVindiciaTVCenter for Research and ScholarshipJaydJade DarmawangsaGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Do taxes have you feeling down? What about intimidated? It's true filing taxes when you're self-employed is complicated! In this episode, I'm sharing everything you need to know about filing your taxes so you can save money and prepare for next season.TAX RESOURCESEFTPSTax Deductions for BloggersCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Blogging scams are out there, and you might be falling for them without realizing. In this episode, I'm talking about my controversial opinions and how prominent blogging scams are! From MLM schemes to online courses, here's what you have to look out for. CONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthability (Click to read the full blog post)InstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Working online in college was how I got out of my soul crushing part-time jobs! If you're looking for a PAID online gig that isn't a complete scam, listen to this episode. I'll be sharing all of my favorite remote, online working opportunities. CONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogRead the full blog postSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Make 2019 the year of productivity! Do you have the right tools to help you get more done? From getting paid on time to keeping track of your tasks, I share my best free and paid tools for getting more done. RECOMMENDED TOOLSForest AppBrain.FMFree Month of TailwindCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Are you considering a rebrand for your blog or business? If so, listen to our tips for rocking your rebrand successfully. It's not as easy as changing your niche! You've gotta put in the work! CONNECT WITH CharlotteThis Girl Knows ItInstagramCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Sara and I are back for Part 2 of our blogging & mental health series. In this episode, we share some valuable resources if you or someone you love is struggling with mental health or anxiety.CONNECT WITH SARASara StrivesInstagramCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

Mental health is important. Like, the most important thing. Sara Miller of Sara Strives joins me to talk about her struggle with mental health as well as her recommendations specifically for college students, bloggers and freelancers. Even if you don't have a chronic mental health problem, it's vital you take some time to care for yourself. CONNECT WITH SARASara StrivesInstagramCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com! 

How do you master college blogging all in a single semester? Sensi of The Metamorphosis did exactly that, and we're chatting about what worked and what didn't. From Tailwind to niching down, listen to discover how Sensi makes college and post-grad blogging work for her. CONNECT WITH SENSIThe MetamorphosisInstagramHow to Use Tailwind to Grow Your BlogCONNECT WITH THE SHOWOffbeat Grad BlogSamanthabilityInstagramTwitterGot a question? Send me an email at hello@offbeatgrad.com!