The Importance of the First 500 with J.D. Bentley

by Tony Ruiz - 8 Comments

Today I spoke with J.D. Bentley, Founder of Idea Anarchy, a web design firm that focuses on simple effective web design and powers aspiring bloggers to learn how to use their blog effectively. J.D. is also a blogger at Wage Slave Rebel where he blogs about dismantling the status quo. In this interview you’ll find out how J.D. started his blog, how he gained his first 500 subscribers, and an introduction to his new blogging course, The Fundamental Five Hundred.

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Highlights
0:20 – Who is  J.D. Bentley?
J.D. Bentley is a blogger, online entrepreneur, and web designer.

1:40 – What inspired you to start your blog, Wage Slave Rebel?

The ability and potential to reach a passionate audience.

7:30 – Why is 500 Subscribers the Magic Number for Bloggers?

Once you hit 500 subscribers you gain momentum of influence – which leads various ways to monetize your blog.

10:00 – What strategies have you used to get your first 500 subscribers?

Be consistent and network – blogging is a social platform.

13:00 – Why is blogging the perfect platform for any online entrepreneur?

You have the ability to gain a loyal following and share your expertise.

25:00 – Entrepreneurial Tip

Focus on you’re strengths and find partners that fill the void of your weaknesses.

UPDATE: JD is offering his premium blogging course for donations. You can pay whatever you can afford whether that’s $1 or $1000. Jump on it here – http://blogging.ideaanarchy.com/

If you have a blog what strategies have you implemented to reach your first 500 or if your already have you first 500 what difference do you see on your blog since you first got started?

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  1. Baker
    June 15, 2010 at 9:46 pm

    Hey Tony,
    Another excellent interview! I had a chance to take a look at J.D’s blog, his layout is pretty amazing to me. I also resonate really well with the concept of simply working at jobs I didn’t fully enjoy myself very early on. Feels as though almost we have to really see how that feels to be engaged in what we really don’t like doing, to fully break free and start on that journey of self discovery and doing what makes our spirit come alive!

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    • Tony Ruiz
      June 16, 2010 at 12:24 am

      Right on Baker! I’m glad you enjoyed the interview. JD has a really great story of how he is breaking free from the status quo.

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    • Pat
      July 5, 2010 at 4:28 pm

      Baker – I totally agree. It’s kind of like dating around so you get to know exactly the kind of partner you like or don’t like. I also love J.D.’s blog layout, it’s definitely eye-catching and unique. :)

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  2. Jonny | thelifething.com
    June 22, 2010 at 10:10 am

    Excellent, I have just hit the 500 reader mark, hopefully now to see some exponential increases.

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  3. Wilson | Fun Lifestyle
    July 5, 2010 at 4:43 pm

    I really liked the interview my friend. I know I haven’t been here in a long time and I gotta say the blog looks great man. Hope you can reach that 500 mark soon. I know I can’t wait till I do.

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