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Las Vegas Through a Local’s Eye: Angela Christine
Las Vegas Parents Club’s Editor-in-Chief Angela Christine shares her must-see list for visitors or first timers to Vegas — from AREA15 to Red Rock Canyon to Chinatown’s Aburiya Raku, she’s got something for every mama or papa.
Salt Lake City Through a Local’s Eye: Mindy Madsen
Salt Lake Days’ Editor-in-Chief Mindy Madsen shares the places and things she’s vibing on most in Salt Lake City — from the historic Peery Hotel to the old school movies at Brewvies.
Denver Through a Local’s Eye: Kate Ivy
Queer Denver Living’s Editor-in-Chief Kate Ivy shares all the places and things she’s currently lovin’ on in Denver — from Honey Mamas’ vegan chocolate and Cart-Driver Pizza to Better Buzz Yoga and all of the hikes.
Why Constantly Learning is the Key to Success
Why you should constantly be learning through online courses, and how being part of a network provides accountability.
From MySpace to Now (Photos Included)
Lindsay explores her journey through social media and explains how online courses paved the way to her success.
Lexington Through a Local’s Eye: Emily Donohue
Join Lexington Living Magazine’s Editor-in-Chief Emily Dohohue as she shares the things she’s vibing on most in Kentucky — from salt caves to world markets to the best brunch in town.
How to grow your City-Specific Blog using Pinterest
Pinterest is such an important tool for growing your blog. With over 250 million monthly active users, it’s easy to imagine just a piece of that traffic circling back to your publication. This guide will help you get started.
How to Write Your Elevator Pitch
An elevator pitch is a short and compelling statement that describes your business, product, or idea in a way that's easy for anyone to understand. It's called an elevator pitch because it should be short enough to deliver in the time it takes to ride an elevator. How do you write an elevator pitch? This guide has everything you need to know.
Why Digital Localized Media is the Way of the Future
Today we’re talking about why digital, localized media is the way of the future. And what we really mean by that is why blogs and more importantly, local, city-specific blogs are going to take over tourism boards and newspapers when it comes to sharing information, celebrating new businesses and inviting tourists to our communities.
Can you DIY your own City-Specific Publication?
Can you DIY your own city-specific blog, without the help of the City Living Network? Of course, should you? Probably not! Learn more about the pros and cons of ‘doing it yourself’.
8 Ways to Build Community with City Living Network
Blogging can be a lonely job — but not when you do it with the City Living Network. Find out how we can help you build a community with your city-specific blog this year.
Starting a business in 2023: 5 Reasons Your ‘Small Town’ Niche Matters
Does your niche matter? Find out in this guide why having a city-specific niche is going to help your blog growth and income explode in 2023. We’re passionate about niches… here’s why.
5 Ways to Use a Podcast to Grow Your City-Specific Publication
Podcasting has become one of the most popular forms of media we consume — find out how you can manage a successful podcast and use it to grow a thriving blog with the City Living Network.
What is a Media Kit and Why Does Your Blog Need One
What is a media kit and do you need one when you’re running a hyperlocal publication? In this guide, we’re answering your top asked questions about media kits and how they can help you make money blogging.
Do I Need to Be a Writer to Launch a City Specific Blog?
Today we're answering a very important question we get all the time... do you need to be a writer to run a blog? Short answer... No way! Keep reading to learn why.
What Careers Pair Perfectly with the City Living Network
What career pairs perfectly with a city-specific publication? Whether you’re a stay-at-home mom, a flight attendant or a photographer, we can guarantee that running a city-specific blog will fit beautifully into your life.
What does it cost to start a blog with the city living network?
Why does it cost so much to launch a business? We’re breaking down the exact costs of launching a city-specific blog and how you can start making money before it’s even launched!
What Working for Yourself Looks Like in 2023
The working world has changed… a lot. In this guide, we’re going to help you navigate that world of working from home and working for yourself! (Running a city-specific publication of course!)
How Social Media Is Changing and What That Means for Your City-Specific Blog
It’s no secret that social media is constantly changing. In fact, in the last year, TikTok has stolen the show and Instagram has dropped everything to keep up.
Ways You Can Monetize Your City-Specific Blog
Running a successful blog that provides a steady income is the dream right? Well, it doesn’t have to be far away with a city-specific blog. Learn about how niching down can make you money in this guide.