Ramius' 60 Day HubChallenge Log
69Update:
If you would prefer to not go through day by day to find my hubs, here is a link to all 30 Hubs, grouped by keyword with summary.
Purpose:
With the loss of the Hub Contest and the fiscal motivation needed to keep going, I have decided to enter Sunforged's 60 day challenge. It is time I take it up to the next level as I am still unemployed and need all the money and discipline I can get. I also want to motivate myself to publish more content and prove I can make real money online as I am constantly having crisis of confidence and waver in dedication.
Goals for Month 1:
- To obtain no less than .50 cents in Amazon commissions to push myself to
the payout marker. Goal Met!
- To make it to Amazon's second tier of items sold. Goal Met!
- To average 100 organic search engine page
views a day across all hubs, those in challenge and not. Currently my
28 hubs are giving me ~ 60 total views a day from all sources. As of April 24 - Goal Met!
- To
average at least 50 page views a day from these Challenge Hubs. Cannot Determine.
- To
have at least 5 pages of content up on my personal website with back links from related hubs. - 1 Page of Content
- To learn proper promotional methods and tweak keyword studies. - Inactive until Month 2
- To find an accounting job (First time I'm really writing down my goals so thought I'd throw this in here as well. I've been out of work for over a year) or prove I can make real money through online writing Goal Partially Met! - Part Time Acct. Job
Motivation:
To make money to pad my bank account so I don't go broke when I enter my real estate partnership with my friend.
Topics to Cover:
1. Amazon Targeted Garden / Summer Appliance related Hubs (~10)
- In order to make Amazon payout goal
- To be relevant to spring / summer season
- Subcategory decided after Keyword Research
2. Patio Related Hubs (~10)
- To serve as back links to website
- To maximize shared content - research only once for website and hub to maximize earning
- Subtopics
after more research
3. Candy Related Hubs (~10)
- Fascinated by candy
- Testing waters before going for candy niche website
- To
do more research to test marketability of creating own candy business
- Subtopics after more research
The Amazon sales hubs are designed around commission and making quick sales. My main AdSense boost and page view generation should come from Patio and Candy articles.
Week 1
Day 1: April 3 - 1:00 AM
- Beginning Sunforged's challenge
- Came up with Amazon hub capsule ideas.
Day 2: April 4 - Easter
- Nothing planned. Relaxing holiday.
- Played around with hub but accomplished nothing.
Day 3: April 5 - Monday
- Published first Amazon based hub.
- Buy an Ice Cream Scoop Online
Where a spoon will fail, an ice cream scoop will succeed. They make the perfect tool for accessing this sweet frozen treat. Whether an electric ice cream scoop, an ice cream spade or your general ice cream scoop, the perfect tool is only a click away
Day 4: April 6 - Tuesday
- Went to edit Challenge log. Lost week 1 data and had to reenter it. HubPage text capsule bugged?
- Lost a Poker Tournament.
- Discovered HubChallenge Log is my highest rated Hub. Not sure if I should be pleased or saddened by that fact.
- Published 2nd and 3rd Amazon Hub
- Buy Ice Cream Makers Online
For those who love ice cream but hate paying store prices, it is time you took control by buying your own ice cream maker. From hand crank to electric, ice and salt to freezer bowl, there are plenty of choices to meet the most discerning of taste. - Buy Popsicle Molds Online
Why spend a fortune at the store on Popsicles when you can buy some molds and make them yourself at home as often as you like? With many designs and colors to choose from you can have just a wide selection as the store and be healthier too.
Day 5: April 7 - Wednesday
- Worked on a hub
- Spent most of day painting the house
- Played D&D
Day 6: April 8 - Thursday
- Job Interview
- More Painting
- Suffering from allergies
Day 7: April 9 - Friday
- Checked Amazon Reports - Had 3 Ordered Items based off newly written Amazon hubs. Seems to be from same person. Will see if they convert to Earnings.
- Published 4th Hub
- Buy a Snow Cone Machine Online
A snow cone machine makes a great investment if you eat snow cones on a regular basis. No more going to the store. No more buying shaved ice from restaurants. Simply insert ice, activate the machine and scoop onto a cone, adding syrup if desired.
Week 2:
Day 8: April 10 - Saturday
- D&D
- Nightclub
Day 9: April 11 - Sunday
- Checked Amazon - Orders converted - Met Amazon Goal
- Published 5th hub
- Buy an Ice Maker Online
Buy your own portable ice maker to make quick, clean ice without the hassle of buying bags of ice for parties and making messes with ice cube trays. Simply fill the reservoir with water and plug in to begin the ice making process wherever you are.
Day 10: April 12 - Monday
- Had a job interview
- Published Hub 6 & 7
- Buy an Ice Cube Tray Online
If you lack an ice maker, ice cube trays make a great alternative. No longer just plastic trays that you twist, there are also silicone based ice cube trays to create perfect ice cubes in stylish patterns and shapes. Get yours now. - Buy an Ice Bucket Online
Whether for a bar or a party an ice bucket makes a great addition to any home. Chill wine and champagne or serve ice for drinks. Available in many colors and styles to suit any decor an ice bucket will let you serve your guests in style.
- Ran out of ice related hubs to write about - Open to Ideas
- Interlinked all 7 Ice Related Hubs
- Currently behind hub schedule
Day 11: April 13 - Tuesday
- Published 8th Hub
- Discovered I'm competing Nelle Hoxie for several of the ice based hubs
- Buy an Ice Chest Online
Ice chests and ice coolers are great for trips, capable of carrying food and drink with ice while keeping it cold for days on end. Don't be without yours this summer whether it is a day trip to the amusement park or a weekend camping trip.
Day 12: April 14 - Wednesday
- Painted house again - Got severely sunburned
- Changing my plan of hubs to do another set of Amazon
Day 13: April 15 - Thursday
- More Painting of house
- Discovered Challenge log hub (this hub) has HubScore of 99.
Day 14: April 16 - Friday
- Went to Atlantic City
- Started drafting hub
Week 3
Day 15: April 17 - Saturday
- Returned from Atlantic City
- Tired, tired, tired
Day 16: April 18 - Sunday
- Do not remember what I did
Day 17: April 19 - Monday
- Somehow landed a temp. job that begins tomorrow
Day 18: April 20 - Tuesday
- Began temp. part time job - 50 Minute commute one way
Day 19: April 21 - Wednesday
- Worked
- Played D&D
Day 20: April 22 - Thursday
- Worked
- Planned out a hub
- Had crisis
Day 21: April 23 - Friday
- Don't remember
Week 4
Day 22: April 24 - Saturday
- Played D&D
- Felt light headed and faint
Day 23: April 25 - Sunday
- Sick all day
- Somehow had my Green Tea Hub featured and am receiving abundant Hub traffic
Day 24: April 26 - Monday
- Off work as office is relocating this week
- Published 1st article on personal website
- Started 2nd Article for website
- Realized I was pushed up to tier 2 with 16 items sold on Amazon
Day 25: April 27 - Tuesday
- Out to eat
- Installed new Anti-virus software
- Have a job interview tomorrow, putting me in job conflict crisis
- Published 3 Hubs
- Bedtime Stories for Kids - Buy Online
Children love a good story and what better way to spend time with your kids than to read to them or with them every night. This selection of stories from childhood offer morals and lessons, entertainment and pictures for children of all ages - Buy a Childrens Night Light Online
Chase away the darkness and banish the monster back under the bed with a nightlight. Perfect for keeping kids in bed and helping them through the afraid of the dark phase, there are many colorful choices available. Here are the top picks. - Buy a Kids Alarm Clock Online
A child's alarm clock differs from an adults in that it can have a nightlight and a fun design, perfect for keeping little kids in their bed. From toddlers to kids, here is a look at some of the top alarm clocks on the market today.
Day 26: April 28 - Wednesday
- Published 2 Hubs
- Buy an Ice Crusher Online
Chill drinks fast and munch on crunchy ice when you have your own counter top Ice Crusher. Whether manual or automatic, there are a wide variety to choose from. See if you can find the perfect ice crusher for you or your party. - Big Fish Games Review
Ever wanted to play Casual Games? Well Big Fish Games is one of the largest casual game providers on the web. See how their site works. A sampling of their top games are included.
Day 27: April 29 - Thursday
- Running out of time to finish publishing my hubs
- Two Hubs Published
- Buy an Eye Mask Online
Sleep and eye masks are essential for night shift workers, nappers and those trying to sleep on a train or plane. Blocking out light so you can gain a more restful sleep, here is a top selection eye masks for your resting needs. - Lolita Glasses - Buy Online
A drink is best served in its proper glass but Lolita saw something even more, a way to personalize each glass. Her hand painted designs have become inspirational and made great gifts for all occasions. Now is your chance to buy her famous glasses.
Day 28: April 30 - Friday
- Pained a 1/4 of the house
- Published 2 Hubs
- Lolita Wine Glasses - Buy Online
A Lolita wine glass makes a perfect gift for any celebration. Created by Tracy Lolita Yancey each hand painted wine glass brings something special to the table , making your wine experience truly extraordinary and a great conversation starter. - Lolita Martini Glasses - Buy Online
From Tracy Lolita Yancy's Love My Martini line comes a series of hand painted martini glasses. Each glass comes gift boxed and includes a Martini recipe, making a great gift. So come see the most popular glasses for sale online.
Week 5
Day 29:: May 1 - Saturday
- Published 1 Hub
- Champagne Flutes - Buy Online
Designed to preserve the flavor and bubbly nature of sparkling wines, Champagne flutes make great gifts and preserve bubbly longer than other glasses. These glasses come in many styles, sizes and brands. Available online here is a top pick selection.
Day 30: May 2 - Sunday
- Published 2 Hubs
- Wine Glass Charms - Buy Online
Bring the gift of wine charms to your next event. Tell one glass from another and save you and your guests the embarrassment of drinking from the wrong glass. Here is a look at some of the top rated Amazon wine glass charms available. - Plastic Wine Glasses - Buy Online
You'll never have shattered glass again when you use plastic and acrylic wine glasses. They offer the same class as glass but with much less hassle, many types being disposable. Great for mass events, here is a group of sets perfect for any party.
Day 31: May 3 - Monday
- Published 5 Hubs
- Martini Glasses - Buy Online
From James Bond to the home bar, a Martini is a special drink which deserves a proper glass. Here is a look at some of the many different Martini glasses available for sale. Whether a home party or completing a bar, your martini glass awaits. - Margarita Glasses - Buy Online
Look no further when trying to choose a Margarita glass. Condensed summaries of the top rated and bestselling Margarita glasses available on Amazon are laid bare for you to see. With many designs to choose from, the perfect glass is waiting for you. - Plastic Champagne Flutes - Buy Online
For large group gatherings and outdoor events, don't go broke spending a fortune on glass champagne glasses. Plastic champagne glasses work just as well and offer simple cleanup for a cheap price. - Buy a Pewter Tankard Online
Complete your home bar when you buy a pewter tankard online. Amazon has a wide selection and I have found 5 fun tankards from the plain and classic glass bottom pewter tankard to the embossed shamrock to the intricate Viking goddess handle. - Plastic Martini Glasses I Novelty Martini Glasses
Whether an outdoor event or a home party, plastic Martini glasses make a good substitute for their glass cousin. They are sturdier and more durable and less likely to break if dropped. Here is a wide selection of plastic Martini glasses for any party
Day 32: May 4 - Tuesday
- Published 3 Hubs
- Anti Snoring Pillow - Buy Online
For light snorers looking for a solution you should consider an anti snoring pillow. Designed to elevate the head and train proper sleep posture, snoring is often reduced or eliminated in its entirety. They are available for back and side sleepers. - Wine Gift Bags
Wine has long been enjoyed by millions of people and makes a great gift. Rather than wrap it with traditional paper, a gift wine bag can be given with the bottle making it easy to carry and complementing the house decor. - Wine Bags - Buy Online
Everyone who loves wine knows the hassle of transporting it. Whether it is bringing a bottle home from the store or surprising a friend when going over to dinner, a wine bag makes a great wine carrier. Get yours now.
Day 33: May 5 - Wednesday
- Took a Break
- Played D&D
Day 34: May 6 - Thursday
- Published 1 Hub
- Silly Bandz - Buy Online
Silly Bandz is the latest craze to sweep the nation. Popular with kids and teens, Silly Bandz are made of non-toxic silicone and die molded into dozens of shapes. With dozens of themes and bands to collect, what are you waiting for.
Day 35: May 7 - Friday
- Varnished a bench
Week 6
Day 36: May 8 - Saturday
- Relaxed
- Fretted about what final hub should be
- Sanded and varnished bench again
Day 37: May 9 - Sunday - Mother's Day
- Celebrated Mother's Day
- Published 30th Hub for event
- Simple Snoring Solutions
Millions of people snore every night in their sleep. In fact studies show 25% or adults are habitual snorers. It can shatter their sleep, their partner's sleep and throws the body out of rhythm. Yet there are many snoring solutions available.
Day 38: May 10 - Monday
- Completed Updating Hub Log
Promotional Tools
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| RedGage
| EZine
| Twitter Feed
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Ice Cream Scoop
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Ice Cream Makers
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Popsicle Molds
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Snow Cone Machines
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Ice Maker
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Ice Cube Tray
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Ice Bucket
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Ice Chest
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Ice Crusher
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Welcome Aboard N.Ramius. I am sure every particpant would be successful in his/her goals. My wishes with you. And I must tell you that your goals are very specific and it really helps. I would also have to think more specific about my goals now.
The trouble with HubPages in your situation is that the money isn't instant. But if you have the time, it's worth a go, and you'll reap the rewards eventually. Good luck!
A stiff set of goals - best of luck with that. As Marisa said, it takes a while, but this challenge is a great shortcut!
I'm aware it's not instant money. Though I do hope I can get $0.50 more commissions from Amazon.
And to master promotions would be the biggest help I think so I don't waste as much time
Hi N Ramius. I'm looking to learn a lot more about promotion in this challenge too. I'll be cheering for you with the payout and moving up to the next level. Good luck.
Welcome to the Challenge Ramius! Sounds like we have similar goals, and I look forward to working with you during the next 2 months :D
Great start Ramius and welcome onboard the 60DC :) The more the merrier, the more that can reach their objectives and learn along the way. Ultimately, we can then help other hubbers, whether they're here to share stories, poetry or for commercial purposes. The best of luck!
Very commendable and achievable goals! Its going to be fun to see you check those off!
Your added to the official team hub, if you havent yet, swing through and meet and greet your fellow team members.
Welcome!
Welcome to the Challenge! I am looking forward to working with you. I haven't found my real niche yet, but hope to in these 30 days. lol I only have two of my topics figured out! Good Luck!
I can tell you I am anxiously anticipating your Candy Hubs! I think I love candy (and cookies) more than food. The 60 days challenge is taking form in such an encouraging way I am beyond excited. And just wanted to say Hi!
I am looking forward to reading your hubs as part of the 60 day challenge. Your goals are very specific. Good luck to us both on the journey.
N. Ramius,
I look forward to participating in the Challenge with you. If you have any questions regarding real estate, feel free to p.m. me. I have some personal experience and am happy to share what I know.
Good luck with everything !
Sounds like you have some pretty clear goals in mind. Impressive. I have no experience, nor knowledge of internet marketing, so I will be of little use to you. However, I will say, Go N. Ramius, Rah Rah Rah. I'm cheering for you.
Good Luck in this challenge....
I really enjoy your layout, its very easy to follow along and its fun to read about the offline stuff too.
we have our own forum now
Great Hub Ramius glad and honored to be a teammate! Good luck my friend with the challenge and with your goals, hehehe you are bound to make more page impressions especially with your great writing ability which is at par best with the best!
Ramius - you're dc-log made me smile. so candid and kinda 'my life is crazy sometimes'. Almost like a daily journal that no one but you would read. Loved it.
And look - you've worked damn hard in the last week. By my reckoning you've published 28. Were I you, I'd be chuffed as a nun wearing a new habit. You're doing great - you've done great - now get the last one's published then help me out with sunforged's halfway challenge hub :)
You dont have to knock yourself out, just a few questions. I love this and think you'd make a great hubber to 'interview'. Check out the 60dc forum so you know what I'm on about.
Crack on - almost there!!
I'm Goal Setting Anyway
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- Tom Cruise Movies List
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wayne sr 2 years ago
Hang tough,times are rough.I will have been unemployed a year come june.And I have yet to make any money.I only have 1 hub written,but am working on another.And maybe 1 day we may catch the eye of a editor somewhere and get a job writing for him. You never know