As I mentioned before several times I am one of the first graduates of Yaro Starak’s Blog Mastermind Mentoring program. Search For Blogging was just a baby when I first joined the program. I improved my blogging significantly under the supervision of Yaro Starak. Let me tell you more about my short blogging history.

Those Were the Days My Friend…

I was just another blogger from Dec 2006 till Sep 2007. I was using Blogger.com. Take a look at my blog at that time : Meeting-Continents. I used to write paid reviews from PayPerPost, Reviewme, Smorty etc. with that blog. I was making $20-30 per day with paid reviews. On the other hand I was writing about my lovely city Istanbul.

Even though I was making good money, I realized that writing paid reviews was taking so much time. I had no time left for social life. I was working for a full time job, and then at nights I was chasing for paid review opportunities to write. I started to think about smarter ways to make money online before it is too late.

I was so lucky that I somehow got an invitation from Yaro Starak for his mentoring program. At that time I knew little about Yaro. I started reading his blog before giving my final decision.

How I Decide to Join?

I found what Yaro wrote on his blog very valuable. His English was crystal clear, and his posts were very informative. I decided to write him an email to know him better.

He responded very quickly, and told me more about his program. I trusted him. I decided to sign up with Blog Mastermind in August 2007.

The lessons were coming to my email address on weekly basis. Yaro wanted his students to take some action in every week. It was not a one way communication. Yaro honestly told us that there is no easy way to make money online.

When I look back, I can clearly see that what Yaro was also trying to achieve a positive mind-shift with his program. He is indeed a very good motivator and teacher.

I finished Blog Mastermind in January 2008. The program totally changed my ideas about blogging. I learned  blogging concepts from A to Z, improved my blog writing and online marketing skills, developed very good relationships with other bloggers. In addition to them, I found my role in the Blogosphere.

My Blog’s Performance After Joining Blog Mastermind

Within less than a year Search For Blogging achived a good performance after I joined Blog Mastermind:

• Technorati Rank  : 12,000 (I expect to finish the year within 10K)
• Alexa Rank           :  77,666 (End year target is within 50K)
• RSS                        :  250 + and increasing

As a Blog Mastermind graduate, now I know that it is not impossible to become a problogger if you follow a very well written road map. All you need is dedication, hardworking, and a mentor like Yaro Starak to guide you.

Return of the Blog Mastermind

Yaro Starak will be launching the new Blog Mastermind mentoring program for people who want to earn a full time income from blogging part time by 29th of July, 2008.

The program is  $97 a month over 6 months or $497 upfront for all the training. You get direct access to your own blog mentor, plus all kinds of audios, videos and e-lessons to help you make money from your own blog.

Watch the latest video of Yaro Starak regarding the Blog Mastermind program:

Conversion Blogging Video

Let me know If you decide to join. I will be more than happy to assist you when giving your final decision as a graduated member of the Blog Mastermind.

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As I mentioned before soon I will be leaving my Marketing job after 10 years to earn my living from blogging. Traveling around the world with my laptop and earning my life from blogging has been my biggest dream for so long time. It is good to see that I am not the only one. Laptop Hobo is a new resource for those who wish to take their at home jobs with them while they are traveling.

Laptop Hobo also prepares a step by step manual on what it takes to travel the world and support yourself in the process. Its aim is to organize a network of like minded people who earn their life while travelling at the same time.

Here are some of sections I liked most from the Laptop Hobo:

• Great Finds: where to stay, things to do, international Wi-Fi Hotspot Finder and more
• Road Work: learn how to take your work with you on the road
• Where to Next: destinations for the Laptop Hobo
• Social Zone: get together with others

Conclusion:

Laptop Hobo is one of the best sources available currently if you are in a similar situation like me. You are free to contact the owners, or join their forums and exchange ideas with like minded people. Simply amazing!

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SearchMe is a different search engine. As you type in words to search, its engine auto completes some subjects you might be interested in. It is simple and brilliant!

You may find below some of the search results for some specific keywords:

• Marketing
• Mert Erkal
• SEO
• Twitter
• Bloghology

Conclusion:

I found SearchMe results very useful especially for bloggers. It can become a very good blogging tool if used regularly.

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You may have noticed the flashing message every time you visit SearchForBlogging. It appears because my blog powered with PodiPodi.  It is a special web widget that allows users to type commands and obtain responses. You can try it by simply by pressing Shift+Space. PodiPodi is an embeddable keyword driven interface.

How to Start

Go to PodiPodi and sign up with your website or blog. It is free and quick! After signing up, add your specific PodiPodi code to your blog or website. That is all!

Login to your PodiPodi account, and select Commands tab. You will arrange all the commands from here. From the Settings tab you can update your PodiPodi settings.

How it Works

Once you install your PodiPodi code (I installed mine to Footer.php file of my WordPress theme) all you need is to press Shift+Space. You will then see a command line interface on your screen. All the commands you have selected can be typed and operated through this interface. Change your command settings through your PodiPodi account and the changes will be active immediately after you refresh your website or blog.

You can try my PodiPodi by pressing Shift+Space now. Then type Help and get tips on my current commands list.

Conclusion

PodiPodi is quite impressive. It does not interfere with the browsing. It gives your readers power to use it or not. The widget is customizable. You should try PodiPodi if you are looking forward to have a new look for your blog/website.

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