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The 2 Create a Website Podcast

How Setting Boundaries Increased My Online and Offline Income

Welcome to the homepage of my podcasts.

You can subscribe to the RSS feed here, via iTunes or Stitcher.

2 Create a Website Podcast on iTunes

The Episodes

Episode 026: Why My Business Pivoted & I’m Glad I Did
A real-talk episode where I share what it’s been like to transition to a new niche.

Episode 025: Why I Ditched Teachable and Moved to Thinkific to Sell Online Courses
Here’s my experience with using both Teachable and Thinkific and why I ultimately decided to move away from Teachable.

Episode 024: Huge Lessons From a Successful Product Launch
If you’ve never launched a product before or had unimpressive results, you cannot miss this. I share what I did differently with my new site and it made a world of difference.

Episode 023: Why I Regret Using Udemy and How Discounting Can Actually Hurt Your Profits
I was warned about using Udemy to sell courses, but sometimes you have to learn for yourself. In this podcast I share my story and how continuously discounting products can be bad for business in the long run.

Episode 022: Earning With Merch By Amazon and My New Private Group
In this podcast I share the deets about my success with Merch By Amazon and my new private group I created to help teach students who want to learn more about making passive income with print on demand websites like Merch, Zazzle, Spreadshirt, etc.

Episode 021: When Online Business Meets Race & Fear of Discrimination
Race is not something I typically like to discuss online due to the divisive nature of it. However I could not longer ignore the fears many of my subscribers bring to me about discrimination and limitations. At the end of the day it goes beyond race and I tackle the root of the issue in this podcast.

Episode 020: Using The Silo Structure to Create a Better Site Experience
The silo structure can help your users navigate your website better. Find out why I streamlined my site and simplified my menu. The majority of the site will now be built out from two main landing pages. This podcast will encourage you to think twice about your navigation.

Episode 019: Why Are You Ignoring This Free Traffic Source?
In case you haven’t heard, YouTube is the second most popular search engine behind Google.com. And if you learn how to upload the right kinds of videos, it can do wonders for your exposure. In this podcast, I discuss how YouTube has paid off for me in ways beyond partner income and why I’ve been uploading so many different types of video formats lately.

Episode 018: Your Traffic Struggles and My Candid Comments
This is a very honest podcast about traffic building and the disconnect between the amount of info available, and the amount of people struggling. This podcast hits hard in some spots, but the real goal here is to motivate and perhaps even nudge you a bit. Be sure to leave your comments in the post above to share your story.

Episode 017: Bye Udemy, Hello MemberMouse! Taking My Site to the Next Level!
It’s time to make that big move of selling products on my own site! In this episode I discuss what platform I’m going to use and I share my opinions on the big move Udemy is making with their pricing structure. If you’re thinking of selling courses on your site, you can’t miss this one.

Episode 016: Why I’m Not on Periscope Yet
Ever feel like you have to keep up with the latest social phenomenon? Do you suffer from FOMO (fear of missing out)? Well, find out why I decided NOT to join one of the hottest social platforms… even though everyone else says I should.

Episode 015: 3 Passive Income Streams and My Facebook Page Earnings Update
I had a minor breakthrough with my new Facebook page I launched in July. Plus, I discuss a couple of other passive income programs I use.

Episode 014: How to Get Cheap Facebook Likes and Awesome Engagement
Strategies for creating your Facebook ads so you can keep your cost down, and how to ensure engagement is strong so your fans actually see your content.

Episode 013:  6 Traffic Building Ideas That Don’t Involve Google
Looking for more ways to get traffic from your site?  Here are some ideas you can try.

Episode 012: How to Kill Those Jitters So You Can Relax on Camera
If making videos scares you or you don’t feel comfortable on camera, here are some strategies you can use.

Episode 011: Niche vs. Broad Websites — Did You Make The Right Choice?
Why you can be successful with both, and tips for making a broader website work for you if you decide not to go with a niche site.

Episode 010: Amazon CPM Ads — Can They Compete With AdSense?
Amazon has an ad program that pays you by impression. I discuss how it worked for me, strategies for setting your own ad prices and more.

Episode 009: Make Money Selling Courses Online
Learn about Udemy and why it can be a great opportunity to earn online even if you don’t have a heavily trafficked website or online following.

Episode 008: Avoiding a Google Penalty and Responding to a Warning/Manual Action
Learn what can cause a penalty with your website and my experience with receiving a manual action. Discover how to reply to Google if you get a warning.

Episode 007:  How to Make Passive Income With Spreadshirt
Print on demand affiliate programs are a fun and convenient way to monetize your website — especially if you want to sell T-shirts and don’t want to deal with printing, shipping, etc. Discover numerous ways to get designs and how to promote your store.

Episode 006:  Can You Give Away Too Much Free Content?
What are the implications of providing an abundance of free information? Sure, it’s great for building a following, but should there be limits?

Episode 005:  A Critical Lesson on Topic Direction and How to Prevent Feeling Overwhelmed
What my hair site taught me about standing out in a niche, and strategies that will prevent you from feeling overwhelmed when you first start your website.

Episode 004: How to Build Passive Traffic With Pinterest
Strategies for using the popular image sharing site for driving traffic back to your website.  This podcast will make you think twice about the images you place on your site.

Episode 003:  Google AdSense: How to Attract High-Paying Ads, Myths and More!
Get numerous tips for maximizing your earnings.  Also learn about the three different ads and which one has the best earning potential. Discover why your earnings are low and much more.

Episode 002: How Your WordPress Navigation Can Kill Your Traffic and Conversions
Is your content arranged for what makes the most sense for YOUR visitors and the search engines?  This podcast will may make you reconsider your navigation.

Episode 001: Introducing Lisa, Income Diversification and Affiliate Tips
Discover how I got started with Internet marketing and learn about how I diversify my online income. Plus, get tips to earn more with affiliate programs.

Comments

  1. roketlagu says

    September 12, 2017 at 12:42 am

    You really do make learning easy! I love your transparency as well as your sincerity.

    Reply
  2. Aishnoor says

    March 27, 2017 at 10:53 am

    Hey, Lisa
    I have been watching some of your videos for a long time. These are very beneficial. They inspired me. I just found your website. I have a lot of new ideas as I am listening to them. Thanx fo all this.

    Reply

    Reply
  3. mohammed says

    January 23, 2017 at 2:28 am

    Hi Lisa,
    The information you shared is really useful. I also like to hear your voice which is wonderfully nice.

    Reply
  4. anoop says

    December 9, 2016 at 1:40 am

    I have been following you for at least 8 yrs! You were authentic before authentic became “popular” in the online community.

    Reply
  5. anoop says

    December 7, 2016 at 6:26 am

    nice…..Hi lisa I have been watching some of your videos for a while now and am impressed with your knowledge and passion for the industry.

    Reply
  6. AArti says

    August 26, 2016 at 12:24 am

    Lisa,
    This 2createwebsite podcast is pure gold!
    Keep up the good work.

    Reply
  7. Tonderai says

    June 26, 2016 at 6:35 pm

    Hie Lisa i would like to know , do i get paid through Pay Pal,Money Gram or direct to my bank A/C and does AdSense accepts websites from all countries.

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      June 27, 2016 at 8:14 am

      They pay direct deposit. You’ll have to check their site for the countries they allow.

      Reply
  8. Diane and Dean DIY says

    September 29, 2015 at 7:31 am

    Hi Lisa,

    I have been following you for at least 8 yrs! You were authentic before authentic became “popular” in the online community. That’s why I have hung around this long. It has been great to see you grow as well.

    Thank you for all the latest and relevant content.

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      September 29, 2015 at 10:47 am

      Wow! A long time follower. Thank you so much for taking time to post this. This made me smile.

      Reply
  9. mike says

    September 1, 2015 at 3:35 pm

    Hi Lisa I’ve been watching some of your videos and reviews and am very impressed with your enthusiasm and passion for the Marketing industry.I am working on a website and would like to hacpve your input,advice,and thought on it.

    Reply
  10. Hernando Cadet says

    August 5, 2015 at 11:32 am

    Hi Lisa, I’ve been following you for a while, I like your work and I am looking forward for more.

    Reply
  11. Nicholas Mintz says

    July 23, 2015 at 3:21 am

    Hello Lisa just wanted to say that you do an awesome job here and the podcasts are just another level. I know it is a ton of work but when you love what you do and help enlighten people that is the best thing. But in any case keep up the great work and I hope to catch up one day.

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      July 25, 2015 at 11:04 pm

      Wow thank you! Very encouraging. Sometimes I wonder if the podcasts are really helping and then I get comments like this!

      Reply
  12. RAJESH.R says

    February 28, 2015 at 3:30 am

    Dear Liza,

    Yesterday i discovered your site for opening a web site for me. i learned several things from your site. I also subscribed you to learn more things. Thanks for your co-operation.

    Regards

    Rajesh
    India (kerala, gods own country)

    Reply
  13. Anonymous says

    January 27, 2015 at 10:57 am

    I am now listening to your most excellent iTunes podcast and I am interested in doing something similar. I would appreciate your advice on getting started so that I can further my education on educational technology and apply it simultaneously.

    Joe

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      January 30, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      Awesome Joe! So what kind of site do you want to create?

      Reply
  14. Octavius says

    January 16, 2015 at 11:58 pm

    Lisa, keep doing what you do. I’m loving the podcast. Real talk and good usable advice.

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      January 17, 2015 at 1:09 pm

      Thanks Octavius!

      Reply
    • Jual Bantal Boneka Kasur Bayi Lucu says

      January 19, 2015 at 3:41 am

      I agree with Mr. Ovtavius. Keep doing what you do. God bless you

      Reply
  15. Hamza says

    December 10, 2014 at 11:32 am

    Hey..can you please make a podcast of how to use FileZilla to make a website by word. I need to know what to do to access FileZilla and upload the files. I don’t know how to connect in it.

    Reply
  16. Leroy Davis says

    November 17, 2014 at 11:33 pm

    Hello Lisa! I must say that I really, really love your podcasts, your videos, your blog posts, etc. You really do make learning easy! I love your transparency as well as your sincerity. You inspire me to keep going. You give me the confidence to keep on pushing, and to not let my dream of creating a successful online business die. You are very knowledgeable, and you explain some of the most complex topics in a way that even a three year old can understand. I must say that you are my go to person for everything pertaining to effectively starting a website or blog for the purpose of creating passive income. I really appreciate you.

    Sincerely

    Leroy

    Reply
  17. Ben Zhao says

    October 24, 2014 at 3:44 am

    Hi Lisa,
    The information you shared is really useful. I also like to hear your voice which is wonderfully nice.

    Reply
  18. Ramila- UK says

    October 21, 2014 at 3:41 pm

    Brilliant & valuable information Lisa, Thanks for sharing

    Reply
  19. Nick France says

    October 15, 2014 at 5:54 pm

    Hey Lisa,
    I’m really enjoying your show, brilliant common sense content.
    Best Wishes
    Nick France

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      October 15, 2014 at 6:33 pm

      Thank you so much Nick!

      Reply
  20. Rene Carson says

    September 30, 2014 at 10:42 am

    Hi Lisa, I’ve been enjoying your videos for some time and just thought I’d say hello. My brother originally referred me to your content, great stuff! I’ll send you a copy of a WordPress Plug-in I’m finishing up in a few weeks, my first. I’d like to get your feedback when you have time. Bless!

    Reply
  21. Ronell says

    September 30, 2014 at 6:26 am

    Thanks for all the good information and advice, I just wish I had known about you six months ago.

    Reply
  22. Rubber Roller says

    September 16, 2014 at 5:59 am

    Hiiii Lisa…
    u r podcast is sooo gud…u r voice sooo great..i love to listen u..i love u..

    Thank u..
    your faithful Rubber Roller

    Reply
  23. rahul yadav says

    August 30, 2014 at 5:45 am

    I just found your website, nice podcast

    Reply
  24. Mehmet says

    August 16, 2014 at 3:42 pm

    Thank you for you great podcast and all other great things that you share.

    Reply
  25. Glenish says

    August 11, 2014 at 5:17 pm

    I just found your website and your podcast. I have a lot of new ideas as I am listening to them.

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      August 11, 2014 at 5:42 pm

      Yay! Welcome, Glenish. 🙂

      Reply
  26. Ade says

    August 11, 2014 at 4:24 am

    Lisa!
    I’m delighted you’re doing podcasts now. I myself am on the verge of starting one. I’ve been watching your YouTube channel for a while and you DO have a great recording voice. You’re a natural speaker.

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      August 11, 2014 at 1:46 pm

      Thanks Ade!

      Reply
  27. Monty Campbell says

    July 31, 2014 at 3:18 pm

    Greetings,

    Glad to see you have a podcast. I’d love to know if you do interviews with other podcasters. I’d love to interview you. Please reach back out to me.

    Thanks

    Reply
  28. Margarita Montes says

    July 13, 2014 at 8:19 pm

    Hi Lisa,
    I will listen your podcast in your blog page. At the moment, I don’t have !Tunes.
    Thanks,

    Reply
  29. Roxanne says

    July 10, 2014 at 12:38 pm

    Great job. Good info. I subscribed so looking forward to hearing more.

    Reply
  30. Lamont Conley says

    July 9, 2014 at 11:57 am

    Just received your email Ms. Irby and look forward to your continued sharing. Continued success and I will continue to listen, read and learn. Peace.

    Reply
  31. Evan says

    July 8, 2014 at 6:11 pm

    Nice, now we are going to be able to listen to your beautiful voice always and everywhere! Keep going Lisa, thanks for your initiatives

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      July 8, 2014 at 8:04 pm

      Aw, thanks Evan!

      Reply
  32. Keeon says

    July 8, 2014 at 2:17 pm

    Just discovered that you are doing podcast! Looking forward to listening to your episodes. Continue being real Lisa.

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      July 8, 2014 at 3:16 pm

      Hey Keeon,

      Thanks for tuning in!

      Reply
  33. vishal says

    June 24, 2014 at 4:48 am

    Thank you so much.. 🙂

    Reply
  34. MerelyMarie says

    June 18, 2014 at 2:34 pm

    Just wanted to say, I am loving your podcasts Lisa! I agree that you have a great voice for it. It’s nice to listen in and get great tips while working on the computer. Thanks for all that you do! 🙂

    Reply
    • Lisa Irby says

      June 18, 2014 at 3:56 pm

      Thank you so much Merely!

      Reply
      • Dylan says

        July 24, 2014 at 5:42 pm

        I just would like to say you have a great website with quality content! All your articles and videos are unique, and I love reading listening to them! You inspired me to create a website! Keep it up 🙂

        Reply
        • mike says

          September 1, 2015 at 3:41 pm

          Hi lisa I have been watching some of your videos for a while now and am impressed with your knowledge and passion for the industry.I am working a website and would like to have your input,advice and thoughts on it.And I am certainly applaud by your motivation and drive to help others.

          Reply
          • Shegerflower says

            April 14, 2016 at 8:56 pm

            Hey lisa thank you

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