For today’s post, I thought I would switch gears a bit and talk about a lifestyle topic that is close to my heart, blogging. Blogging has been around since the early 2000’s, but it skyrocketed since the pandemic. Since people were forced to rethink the way they do business, many of them have turned to the online world. It is still popular today, and the competition is more fierce than ever. The following list includes the 14 most influential bloggers you should follow in 2024. Plus yours truly, of course!
The cool thing about blogging is that it can be done from anywhere, at any time. If you have a knack for writing, then you can think about blogging.
But can you make money from blogging? Or is it mostly a hobby? As you will shortly see, many of the following bloggers started out part-time. But with a lot of time and determination, and a tad of luck, it may turn into a full-time gig.
Just don’t think that you’ll get a massive following and make a lot of money from day one. You may be very disappointed. Especially since Google loves to come up with regular updates and algorithm changes that make everyone go nuts.
How can you succeed on this competitive platform, you may ask? Patience and persistence will eventually lead you to earn money from your blog. Plus knowledge about the topic your blog is based on is a must.
Another thing to keep in mind is that you should always write about what you love. Then it will not feel like a chore, but you will have fun and actually enjoy coming up with new posts.
Now, without further ado, let’s take a look at the 14 most influential bloggers that you should follow in 2024.
Gina Trapani
The Lifehacker founder Trapani started her blog while raising her family. The modern jack-of-all-trades blogger has knowledge about a variety of topics. Whatever hacks you need, whether about lifestyle tips and tricks or software issues, Lifehacker has you covered. Trapani is a very influential and clever blogger, coder, and business guru that has started many companies throughout her career.
Darren Rowse
Like many bloggers today, he started off his business as a hobby. At first he was blogging about the Olympics and photography, one of his favorite pastimes. Eventually he started Problogger, his now main money making website that helps bloggers with handy tips and tricks. He also wrote an Ebook that sells online. His other sources of income come from affiliate programs and advertising deals.
Kevin P. Ryan
Ryan started Business Insider back in 2007 along with Henry Blodget and Dwight Merriman, but the blog saw tremendous growth in the last decade. The business and financial news website has been owned by German publishing house Axel Springer through parent company Insider Inc. since 2015. It analyzes and provides business news, as well as consolidates vertical blogs.
Chiara Ferragni
Chiara started her lifestyle and fashion blog in 2009. Because she was one of the first in the industry, she became an overnight sensation. Aside from millions of viewers a month, she also gets her income from various fashion brands she collaborates with. The Blonde Salad is one of the most popular fashion blogs in 2024.
Aimee Song
Fashion designer and blogger Aimee Song started her blog Song of Style back in 2008. While studying Interior Architecture in San Francisco, she started her blog as a part-time hussle to help her pay for her studies. But its popularity skyrocketed, and she has since made it her full-time occupation. At the moment, she is also a fashion designer who creates her own collections under the label Two Songs. You can follow her on her YouTube channel.
Brian Clark
Founder and main contributor to CopyBlogger Brian Clark created this website in 2006, when content creation was still in its early stages. The blog is about helping digital content creators with marketing and copywriting skills. While he stepped down as CEO of CopyBlogger, he still makes contributions to it every now and then. But he branched out to other ventures such as Unemployable, an online community he founded, which helps out freelancers and entrepreneurs. He is also the owner of Further, a newsletter about midlife personal growth.
Perez Hilton
Who in the modern world hasn’t heard of Perez Hilton? His fame came from a little influential blog named after the man himself that covers celebrity gossip. The Cuban-American blogger started his online business back in 2004, when blogging was still mostly unknown. The flamboyant personality has changed the way people consume gossip in the last two decades.
Christine Barberich
Christene Barberich is the face behind Refinery29, the online media and entertainment company that focuses on empowering women. She founded the blog in 2005 in an apartment she shared with friends. Now the company she co-created is headquartered in New York, and has since taken over the internet. At the moment it is owned by Vice Media and employs over 500 people. They write on topics such as self-help and personal interests that are very relevant in our everyday lives.
Michael Arrington
The founder of Techcrunch Is a former mergers and acquisitions lawyer from California. But eventually, he found his niche in the startup world. He started his blog TechCrunch.com, back in 2005. It is a blog that reviews up-and-coming tech companies from around the world. The very lucrative blog allowed him to acquire AOL, as well as a few other companies. He eventually set up his own investment fund, and he also invests into startups.
Joanna Goddard
The blogger started her popular Cup of Jo lifestyle blog back in 2007. The site is still striving today, with millions of visitors monthly. The former Cosmopolitan and Bene editor launched her own website, which has seen tremendous popularity. What sets her apart from other bloggers is her relatability and down-to-earth posts.
Rand Fishkin
Fishkin started his blog about SEO in 2004. This college dropout was working for a family run web development company before venturing out on his own. The Search Engine Optimization, or SEO, helps clients in the search industry with educational resources and tools. Aside from his successful blog MOZ, his company also creates SEO software that generates millions of dollars a year.
Neil Patel
Neil Patel is a son of Indian immigrants who grew up in California. He became one of the most influential and successful entrepreneurs in the software field. Before starting his blog, he worked hard at various jobs. What set him apart was his knowledge of software creation paired with great marketing skills. He created KISSmetrics, an analytic platform for people starting their own businesses. His main focus is on SEO content.
Pete Cashmore
Mashable is another of the most influential blogs in 2024. This news resource is appreciated by tech-lovers from around the world. Founder Pete Cashmore started this website when he was only 19 years old. The tech guru is somewhat of an idol in the online world. At some point he decided to change gears and concentrate on media resources, and that’s when the blog really took off.
Arianna Huffington
Greek-American journalist Arianna Huffington created her empire from scratch. The news-media platform Huffington Post has been around since 2005, and it has taken over the internet. While being editor-in-chief of her blog Huffington also founded Thrive Global. That is another media group that focuses on self-help and wellness. Even today, she is still one of the most influential women on the online news platform.
Concluding Words
Here you have the list of the 14 most influential bloggers you should follow in 2024.
As you saw through this post, blogging is still very much alive. But it takes a lot of commitment to succeed in this business. So, if you’re wondering if you should take the plunge and start your own blog, my answer is a definite yes. Especially if you are truly passionate about a particular topic.
What do you guys think? Let me know your thoughts about this in the comment box below.
Until next time, keep reading my fellow bookworms.
