Think blog traffic is dead? Think again. In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to get eyes on your blog in 2026 without burning out or depending on one algorithm to rule them all. If you've been putting in the work to write valuable content but no one's reading it, this one's for you.

We're continuing our blog series (catch up on Episodes 381 and 386 if you missed them!) with a full traffic game plan: five key sources to help you bring consistent, diversified traffic to your blog. From SEO to Pinterest to strategic collaborations, I'll walk you through what works, what to expect, and how to stay consistent.

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Find It Quickly

• 02:34 - The Reality of Blog Traffic
• 04:56 - Diversifying Traffic Sources
• 05:32 - SEO: The Long-Term Traffic Driver
• 09:30 - Pinterest: The Visual Search Engine
• 13:08 - Leveraging Social Media
• 15:27 - Email Lists: Your Most Engaged Readers
• 18:42 - Collaborations and Guest Posts
• 22:47 - Creating a Traffic Plan

Mentioned in this Episode

• 381: How to Pick the Right Blog Platform Based on Your Goals
• 386: What to Write on Your Blog as an Influencer: Your Guide to Content Pillars, Keywords, & Calendars
• Ask a Question: thrivetogether.blog/askbree
• Boldfluence
• Tailwind
• Canva Templates
• Why Flodesk is the Best Email Marketing Tool for Influencers
• Flodesk
• ManyChat

I don't know about you, but I love starting the new year feeling fresh, especially after the chaos of the holidays, travel, and family events. That reset feeling is real, and it's the perfect time to map out your content strategy for the year ahead.

If you're building a brand, whether you're a blogger, influencer, or full‑time creator, 2026 will not be the year you succeed by winging it. The content landscape is evolving, and the creators who grow will be the ones who combine creativity with intentional, audience-focused strategy.

In this episode, I'm sharing the six strategic shifts every content creator needs to thrive in 2026.

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• 01:10 - Content Strategy for 2026: Key Elements
• 02:25 - Video Content Dominance: The Future is Visual
• 05:11 - The Power of Storytelling in Content Creation
• 07:07 - SEO in Social Media: Adapting to New Trends
• 10:27 - Building Community Connections
• 15:32 - Going Deeper with Your Audience
• 18:58 - Leveraging AI for Content Creation
• 25:34 - Consistency and Content Creation Tips
• 31:04 - Metrics and Accessibility in 2026

Mentioned in this Episode:

• CEO Report
• Boldfluence

What actually moved the needle for influencers in the last year? For this episode, I asked four incredible content creators to share the one thing that made the biggest difference in their businesses last year.

From shifting mindsets to embracing imperfection, these creators opened up about the real strategies that worked (not just the highlight reel stuff). You'll hear from:

• Nina Clapperton, who stopped holding back and doubled her sales
• Megan Hastings, who stopped treating her blog like a business and started treating it like a tool
• Nadalie Bardo, who finally built a website worthy of her brand
• Elizabeth from Country Peony, who leaned all the way into joy

Listen in as they share honest, behind-the-scenes insights that you can take into 2026.

Mentioned in this Episode

thrivetogether.blog/boldfluence

Connect with the Guests

She Knows SEO — Nina Clapperton

A Dash of Meg Nut — Megan Hastings

Your Pin Coach — Nadalie Bardo

The Country Peony — Elizabeth