Blogging for Profit – Short Course – November 20th
by Chris Christensen Add commentscategories: Blogging

On November 20th I will be teaching a one day short course at DeAnza College called “Blogging for Profit”.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course will look at
- How to pick a topic for blogging
- How to use keyword research
- How to setup and maintain a blog using WordPress
- How to personalize your blog using templates and plugins
- How to maintain your blog
- How to get advertising for your blog
- How to sell products using affiliate links
- How to use your blog to build your reputation
- How to work with PR firms
There is no materials fee, but blog hosting is recommended and costs around $7 a month and other tools will be discussed but not required.
INSTRUCTOR BIOGRAPHY:
Chris left his day job in January 2010 to focus on consulting, podcasting and blogging including his popular Amateur Traveler podcast / blog. He was the Executive Vice President of Engineering and Operations for a company in Silicon Valley (LiveWorld) that runs online communities for companies like eBay, Marriott, American Express, Campbells, Kimberly Clark, A&E, and Mini Cooper.
SCHEDULE:
November 20, 2010 – 1 Week(s) – Sat – 9 AM to 5 PM
REGISTRATION:
Registration will open later in August at Impact Short Courses



Bianca Sigura
Says:January 26th, 2012 at 7:57 pm
Hello Chris,
I know you have an upcoming class at De Anza on 2/11, but was wondering if ther’s going to be another in the near future? I am unavailable on 2/11, but would really like to attend your “blogging for profit” class.
Thank you,
Bianca
Chris Christensen
Says:January 26th, 2012 at 8:14 pm
I will probably teach it in the Spring Quarter also, although that is not final yet.