30 Day Blogging action Plan

 

💡 Blogging as a Stream of Income: How to Built a $10,000/Month Side Hustle (By Chat GPT) 

In today’s fast-paced world, having multiple income streams is no longer a luxury — it’s a necessity. While your full-time job gives you stability, building a blog can give you freedom.

When I first started blogging, I didn’t imagine it could one day make me over $10,000 a month — a side income bigger than most salaries in Singapore. But through strategy, consistency, and monetisation skills, it became one of my most powerful income streams.

If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your ideas into income through blogging, this is your roadmap.

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🧭 Why Blogging Is Still One of the Best Side Incomes

You might think blogging is outdated — after all, TikTok and YouTube are booming. But blogging has evolved. A blog today isn’t just an online diary; it’s a digital asset that works 24/7 for you.

Here’s why blogging stands out:

1. Low startup cost – Under $150/year for a domain and hosting.

2. High long-term earning potential – Once a post ranks on Google, it earns passive income for years.

3. Scalable – You can turn a single blog into a portfolio of income streams.

4. Leads to other opportunities – Consulting, affiliate sales, brand deals, and even book offers.

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🏗️ Step 1: Choosing the Right Blogging Platform

If you want to earn real income, you must use the right platform. Here are the best options depending on your goals and technical comfort level:

Platform	Ideal For	Cost	Pros	Cons
WordPress.org (self-hosted)	Serious bloggers who want control and monetisation	~$100/year	Full control, SEO-friendly, flexible	Slight learning curve
Medium	Writers who want to publish without setup	Free	No maintenance, easy to use	Limited monetisation
Substack	Writers building a newsletter audience	Free (takes 10% of paid subs)	Built-in subscription model	Limited SEO traffic
Wix / Squarespace	Beginners who want visual sites	$150–200/year	Easy drag-and-drop	Not great for SEO
Blogger (Google)	Hobbyists	Free	Simple setup	Not professional or scalable

💡 Recommendation:
If you want to earn a serious income, go with WordPress.org. Pair it with hosting like SiteGround, Hostinger, or Bluehost. It gives you full control over your content, design, and revenue.

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🎯 Step 2: Pick a Niche That Sells (and Fits You)

The first major mistake most beginners make is writing about everything. Successful blogs have focus.

Here’s how to pick a money-making niche:

1. Combine your interest + market demand + income potential.

   Example formula:
   🧠 You love personal finance → 💬 People search “best savings account Singapore” → 💵 Banks pay affiliate commissions.

2. Niches that perform well in Singapore (2025):

   • Personal Finance & Investing (CPF, REITs, savings)

   • Health & Fitness (local diets, sleep apnea, fasting)

   • Career & Productivity (Singapore jobs, side hustles)

   • Parenting & Education (PSLE, tuition tips, enrichment)

   • Tech & AI Tools (software reviews, gadgets)

   • Vegetarian / Sustainable Living

   • Lifestyle & Travel (Asia itineraries, cafes, hidden spots)

3. Validate your niche:

   • Use Google Trends to check demand.

   • Search Reddit, Quora, or HardwareZone to see if people discuss it.

   • Check competition (if too crowded, find a sub-niche).

Example:

• Too broad: “Health & Fitness”

• Profitable niche: “Intermittent fasting for Singaporeans over 40”

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🧱 Step 3: Build Your Blog the Right Way

You don’t need coding skills to start. Here’s how to set up your site in a weekend:

1. Buy a domain name
   → Example: lewwenwan.com or financialjourney.sg
   Use Namecheap or GoDaddy.

2. Get hosting
   → Use SiteGround, Bluehost, or Hostinger (start at $3–5/month).

3. Install WordPress
   → Most hosting providers offer one-click installation.

4. Choose a theme
   → Recommended free themes: Astra, Kadence, or GeneratePress.

5. Install essential plugins:

   • Yoast SEO (for Google ranking)

   • WP Rocket (for speed)

   • UpdraftPlus (for backups)

   • MonsterInsights (for Google Analytics)

💡 Pro Tip: Keep your blog clean, fast, and mobile-friendly. 80% of your readers will be browsing on their phones.

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✍️ Step 4: Create Content That Ranks and Converts

Once your blog is up, it’s time to fill it with valuable, SEO-optimized content.

1️⃣ Find topics your audience wants

Use these tools:

• Google Autocomplete – Type your topic, see what questions appear.

• AnswerThePublic – Lists what people ask online.

• Ubersuggest / Ahrefs / Semrush – Keyword research.

Example:
Type “side income Singapore” → you’ll get “best side income 2025”, “how to earn passive income in Singapore” — both great blog post titles.

2️⃣ Write problem-solving posts

People don’t care about your day — they care about solving their problems.

Instead of:
❌ “My personal finance journey”
Write:
✅ “How I Save $1,000/Month in Singapore Without Feeling Miserable”

3️⃣ Use structure and SEO

Each post should have:

• A catchy title (include your keyword)

• An engaging intro (hook + value)

• Subheadings (H2, H3) for readability

• Internal links (link to your own posts)

• A call to action (subscribe, comment, or buy)

4️⃣ Maintain consistency

Post 1 article per week for 3–6 months before expecting traction. Google rewards consistency.

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💰 Step 5: Monetising Your Blog

Here’s the fun part — turning your blog traffic into money.
You can combine several income streams for maximum effect.

1️⃣ Google AdSense (Ads)

Once you hit 1,000+ monthly visits, you can place Google ads on your site.

💵 Typical earnings:

• $2–$15 per 1,000 pageviews

• Example: 30,000 monthly views → $200–$400/month

Upgrade later: Use Mediavine (requires 50,000 sessions/month) for 3–5× higher ad rates.

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2️⃣ Affiliate Marketing

This is how most bloggers make real money. You promote products or services and earn a commission for each sale.

Singapore affiliate programs:

• Shopee / Lazada (consumer products)

• Trip.com / Klook (travel)

• Seedly / SingSaver / MoneySmart (financial products)

• Amazon Associates

• Coursera / Skillshare / Udemy (courses)

💵 Example:
Write a post like “Best Credit Cards in Singapore for Cashback” and include affiliate links.
Each approved sign-up earns $50–$150.

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3️⃣ Sponsored Posts / Brand Partnerships

Once you have an audience (even 3,000–5,000 monthly visitors), brands will approach you.

💵 Typical rates:

• $200–$1,000 per sponsored article.

• Higher if you have strong SEO or a niche audience.

Start by pitching brands relevant to your niche — e.g. banks, health brands, or food delivery services.

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4️⃣ Digital Products (E-books, Templates, Courses)

This is where you earn passive income at scale.

Examples:

• E-book: “How to Start a Blog in Singapore” – $19

• Template: Budget Tracker Spreadsheet – $10

• Online Course: “SEO for Beginners” – $99

💵 Even 100 monthly sales of a $10 product = $1,000/month.

Use:

• Gumroad, Payhip, or Podia to host digital products.

• Promote through your email list or social media.

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5️⃣ Email Newsletter

Your blog traffic might fluctuate, but your email list is forever.

• Use ConvertKit or MailerLite.

• Offer a freebie (“Side Income Starter Guide”) to collect subscribers.

• Nurture them with weekly tips.

💵 Later, you can promote affiliate offers or your own products directly through emails.

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6️⃣ Consulting / Coaching

If your blog builds authority, readers will naturally ask for help.

Example:

• A finance blogger can offer “Personal Budget Coaching”.

• A career blogger can offer “Resume & LinkedIn Optimization”.

💵 Charge $100–$300/hour or offer packages.

Even 5 clients per month = $1,000+ extra income.

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🚀 Step 6: Grow Your Traffic

Without readers, even the best blog won’t earn a cent. Here’s how to grow:

1️⃣ SEO (Search Engine Optimization)

Learn basic SEO — it’s the best long-term strategy.

• Use keywords naturally.

• Optimize titles, URLs, and meta descriptions.

• Get backlinks (guest posts, directory listings).

2️⃣ Social Media

Promote your posts on:

• LinkedIn (career/finance topics)

• Pinterest (food, lifestyle, decor)

• Instagram / TikTok (short-form summaries)

• Facebook groups (local interest groups)

3️⃣ Collaborate

Guest post on other blogs, exchange backlinks, or appear on podcasts.

4️⃣ Analytics

Use Google Analytics to track what works — and double down on high-performing posts.

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💎 Step 7: Turn Blogging into a Sustainable Income Stream

Consistency is the secret sauce. Most bloggers quit before the 6-month mark. But if you treat it like a business, your growth compounds.

Here’s what a realistic journey looks like:

Stage	Months	Traffic	Income	Focus
Setup	1–3	<1,000/month	$0	Build site, write 10 posts
Growth	4–6	1,000–5,000	$100–$500	SEO + affiliate links
Breakthrough	7–12	10,000–30,000	$1,000–$3,000	Brand deals + newsletter
Scale	12–24	50,000+	$5,000–$10,000	Courses, passive products

By year 2, your blog becomes a real income engine — one that works while you sleep.

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🧭 My Personal Strategy (Lew Wenwan’s Blueprint)

Here’s exactly how I built mine to $10,000/month:

1. Niche: Personal finance and side hustles in Singapore.

2. Content: 2 SEO-optimized posts per week.

3. Traffic sources: Google + Facebook groups.

4. Monetisation: 60% affiliate, 20% ads, 20% digital products.

5. Automation: Email funnels + scheduled content.

6. Outsourcing: After 1 year, I hired freelance writers ($0.10/word) to scale faster.

💬 “The key was consistency — not talent. The first $1 online felt impossible, but the next $1,000 came faster than I imagined.”

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🧠 Final Thoughts: Your Blog Is a Digital Asset

Starting a blog is like planting a tree — it takes time, but once it grows, it gives shade and fruit for life.

You don’t need to quit your job or have perfect English. You need:

• A clear niche.

• Consistent publishing.

• Patience for 6–12 months.

• A monetisation plan.

Once your blog earns your first few hundred dollars, you’ll realize — this isn’t just a hobby. It’s a business that scales beyond you.