Influencer Networks to Join as a Blogger
Influencer Networks- What are they and Why should I join them?
As bloggers, we all want to create the best content for our readers. With the literal millions of blogs on the web, how do you make a splash so others will see the hard work you put into your site? Many of us are more than just hobby bloggers and some of us need to make a living from the work we put in online.
There are many ways to monitize your blog- sponsored posting is just one of the options. If you have a smaller audience or are just starting out, one way to jump into the world of sponsored posts is via Influencer Networks. There are lots of choices when you start looking, but the key is finding the right fit for your niche. What is your main focus when blogging? Are you a product review site, a lifestyle blogger, a financial guru, or something else entirely?
There are options for everyone and opportunities for blogs with smaller audiences as well. The links below offer some of my favorite Influencer Networks- most of which I have personally worked with, either currently or in the recent past. Each of these networks are structured differently and have different requirements for acceptance. Some pay you a set fee, some are on a sliding scale, some offer free products, and others are a combination of these.
To apply, you will have to enter your basic information, add your social media stats, and answer a series of questions. This helps the network match your blog with brands that work within your niche. Some networks will reply within days and others take weeks, don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear back right away.
Here are a list of my favorite Influencer Networks
(some of these links are affiliate links and others offer bonuses for you to join- we appreciate your support)–
- ModernMom
- Social Native
- Blog Meets Brand
- Acorn Influence
- BlogHer
- Pollinate
- Influence Central
- Activate
- Heartbeat
- Everywhere Agency
- Buzzoole
- Inzpire.me
- Find Your Influence
- Webfluential
- Cooperatize
- Intellifluence
- StarNGage
- The Cirqle
- Valued Voice
- The Motherhood
- Massive Sway
- Clever
- Social Fabric
- Mom It Forward
- IZEA
- TapInfluence
These Influencer Networks vary greatly in their criteria for bloggers- many of them will work with smaller bloggers. Apply to as many of them as you’d like and don’t be discouraged if you are not accepted by all of them. If you have a smaller audience and lower page views, focus on creating great content and engaging your followers on social media. It will make a difference!
Thanks so much for these suggestions! I am really working hard to increase the exposure of my blog and joining some of these influencer networks is a great idea. I know it takes time to build authority. Hopefully this will help. Thanks for the help!
That’s an awesome list. I am working on monetizing my blog as well and I am looking at different methods that are available. More the merrier since it’s tougher for newer bloggers to accepted.
Great post! I’ll have a look at the links 😀
Thank you so much for this list! So useful!
Thanks so much for these suggestions. Some of these I’ve never heard of, and I’ll be looking into them. I’m always looking for ways to increase my blog revenue without compromising my brand.
This is a grey area for me, I don’t know much about it. What is the minimum amount of page views or followers that these brands ask for when you try to join them?
Hi Peter, I’m Brent from Perlu (the invitation-only platform mentioned in Jenn’s article). We don’t have a minimum following requirement, rather we focus on factors like content quality and audience engagement. We’d love to have you (and any of Jenn’s friends and followers who might be interested) come join us on Perlu and see what we’re all about. Fill out the form above so Jenn can send you and invitation. If you have any questions, feel free to connect/reach out to me on Perlu: https://www.perlu.com/profiles/bdscott3
Thank you for the helpful information! I am just starting out in blogging, and would like to work my way up to writing sponsored posts, so I will definitely be checking these out!
This is really useful for small time blogs thank you!
It is so amazing how we can now monetize our blogs through so many different channels, how times have changed!
This is so helpful! I am excited to try you advice, thank you.
I didn’t realise there were so many influencer networks. I will check them out, thanks!
This is a really helpful list! Great insight into influencer networks
I am a member of a few of these influencer networks but so far I didn’t get any major work from them. I usually get my projects directly through my email, from my website.
This is a great list, I would definitely check these Influencer networks.
This is a great list! I’ve heard of some of these but there are some new ones that I will have to check out.
This is such a great resource, thanks so much. There’s a few networks on there that I wasn’t aware of so I will definitely be checking them out.
What a great roundup. This is so informative and what I really looking for since I am planning to land my first blog soon.
This is such a great post and such a great resource to those who are planning to start their own blog. I haven’t heard some of those networks but will go and check them out.
bookmarking this for later! i’m always looking for more networks to join!
Thanks for your recommendations! I’ve joined a few of these but will definitely have to take a look at the rest.
I’m a Blogger, although fairly new, and will be looking into monetizing my site at some point. This is a wonderful resource and I have bookmarked it for future use.
It really pays to know what you are doing on these platforms too. The knowledge oays for itself.
hey thank you so much for sharing a ton of different networks!! !those are really helpful to us!!!
Wow, this is such an awesome list! I know some of the names like IZEA and Heartbeat, but there are so many items in this list that I haven’t heard of. Thank you for sharing this, I will check out the links for sure!
Thanks for the list. I think I am missing a few to apply too.
What a great list I’ve been trying to find the best networks.
Thank you so much for this! I have actually been looking for other Influencer sites that I can use.
Great places to check out! Thank you so much for sharing this information.
Thanks for for sharing such a great list of Influencer Networks.
Thanks for the detailed list. Very helpful
Oh wow!!! This is such an intensive list of Influencer networks.
So grateful for this post. Thank you so much for all these suggestions.
This is such a help for newbie bloggers. Thanks for sharing this
I love this…thank you so much for taking the time to share the list (with links) and all the great tips to network influencers.
It can be so hard to find trusted networks to join. Thanks for this list!
Saving this list right now! I’ve heard of some of these but not all . Thank you for the information.
Very comprehensive list. Unfortunately many of these networks are only for moms in the US or Canada.
From your list, I am a member only of Valued Voice. Will check out The Motherhood. Thanks for sharing! 😀 I need more online income.
You’re welcome to add TheNetworkNiche.com to the list too. We have more than 2,500 influencers in our community.