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The good, the bad, and the ugly. I’m a fairly recent proud owner of my Model S P100D, but I do a lot city traffic driving, as well as some 2.5k miles + return journeys.TLDR Model S: Expensive to buy, extremely cheap to own, under warranty, at least so far (~12 months). Amazing to drive, somewhat poor quality car in terms of luxury compared to other cars in its price range. Software is amazing, autopilot above any other car.Should you buy a Model S/P100D? Yes if you’re after a toy, otherwise buy a Model 3 instead, or a fleet of them. P100D is for adult children with more adrenaline rush than sense(yours truly). High spec Teslas simply aren’t worth the money, unless you’re a very very confident driver and you want to win every traffic light drag race.If you still want one but don’t care about performance, buy cheap, even if you want more, benefit won’t scale, and you’ll still have a car faster than 98% of all other cars, sports cars included. 4.2 seconds in a Model 3 AWD is on par with a Mercedes AMG Sedan, a Bentley GT pre 2019, etc.Futuristic: The most amazing realisation when you own a Tesla is that electric will become standard. For now, it’s very expensive, because scaling up and doing R&D costs money.There are problems for sure, the charging network, the service industry, the speed of charge, the cost, and so on. But it’s so incredibly obvious electric cars are so vastly ahead as a mass market product, there’s simply no question where the world will be in 30 - 40 years. It won’t be long before petrol cars will be a very old memory, and something generations to come will only learn about from stories.A word of caution: This review is written by a man child with more love of fast cars than sense, the very audience for the P models. A lot of it applies to all the Tesla range, but it’s a review coming from someone after easy to own sustainable performance, not an economically sane family sedan, where I honestly think the Tesla would come off a lot better.Collection day photo of my pride and joy.GoodThe way it drivesIt really doesn’t feel like anything else you’ve ever set foot in. The power delivery and the AWD system is insane in the best of ways. This car knows no weather, and does not care much for road conditions either, you can floor it all the way whenever you feel like it. It’s perfectly stable at all times, and it feels incredibly safe, plus you can accelerate out of harms way whenever you need to.Is it a true sports car? No, absolutely not. It’s a big heavy family sedan, with Porsche 918 Spyder vibes only up to 70mph, not much going for it beyond that. But if you’re in a busy city it’s a dream, you have on tap the launch power of a £1m+ exclusive hyper car for run costs of a Toyota Prius.This is the essence of what’s insane about it, any other brand you go to you would need to drop very serious cash, multiples of a Tesla price, to get anywhere near the same drive train quality.Here’s my friend trying the P100D for the first time. The speedometer reads in miles, so that’s a 0 - ~105kmh. It feels like you’re in the Space Mountain in Disneyland every single time.If you skid in a Tesla, you’ll be the first, that’s how insane the power delivery/traction system is. It’s not fun in the controlled drifts way, it’s fun in the “holy craaaap” way.You get used to it after 1 - 2 months, but 0 - 60 in 2.28s seconds or whatever makes all other cars obsolete in city driving, and unlike sports cars, it doesn’t cost you a small monthly fortune to be naughty in a Tesla all the time. Quite literally, nothing, not even a Bugatti, can hold a candle to you in city traffic. Seriously: List of fastest production cars by acceleration - Wikipedia.When the worlds most expensive Ferrari or insert name here creeps up in front of you at the traffic light, it’s amusing and entertaining. Nobody can ever overtake you from a standstill, and there’s no such thing as an yellow light anymore, which come in quite handy if you can use them responsibly.That kind of launch power in a petrol car is a major event, it means launch control, good grip, no wheel-spin, good weather, dry road, even road surface etc. In a Tesla it’s business as usual, all day every day, every time you floor it you’re flying, you don’t even think about it, it feels like you’re playing an unrealistic PC car game. Driving a Lambo like car through the city at that speed of flow is impossible, any car with anywhere near the performance to 60mph would be too low(close to the ground) and too compromised to compete, you’d have to cause very serious damage to the car to keep up with the Tesla.“Really? Tesla vs Lambo? Reality check please”. I’ll let you judge for yourself, courtesy of DragTimes, Model S P100D vs Aventador SV Launch Control. I’ve tried that competition in person, in my own SV. Without launch control, the SV has a very unimpressive throttle response, there’s almost 1.5 seconds of delay in between flooring it and it starting to move. The Tesla simply flies.Here’s a cuter sample, courtesy of a dear friend and his son.Run costs are near 0It’s not cheap to buy, but after that life gets a whole lot easier, unlike other cars(especially performance ones), which generally require a continuous forking of cash for things every month. Without oil to replace, break pads and discs to worry about, anti-freeze and a lot of the petrol engine saga, there’s almost never a reason to open up your wallet again.Mine was a fairly expensive, 6 figure price tag, high spec P100D. Ever since? £300 on a tire + replacement because of a nail, nada on all else, and still drove 2000km with a nail in the tire before it was found.I live near a supercharger which helps tremendously. Tires will wear out because of the acceleration, but they already behave much much better than other cars I’ve owned, and 4 tires every 2 years is something I’m happy with.Servicing is run on a 0 profit model.Maybe the most amazing and understated feature of being a Tesla customer is the way they don’t try to rip you off in a service.Owning other brands, at even higher price ranges, has meant a very off putting routine of every 3 weeks visiting lets say Mercedes Service, for this reason or the other, all at a very very heavy premium. They always take forever, cost a fortune, and don’t care for you one bit, except for selling you stupidly expensive monthly care packages that don’t actually end up covering for anything..If you call Mercedes, you go through 5 answering machines, and you have this back and forth test of patience with their absolutely idiotic phone system. It’s not possible to call your service technician directly, they never have a replacement car, and when they do it’s not even supplied by Mercedes, but a third party company, etc. If you want to get things done fast, they tell you to come at 8AM, you turn up and you’re casually told service technicians are not in until 11AM, things like that. The best or nothing as they say, so you truly get the nothing because it’s cheaper for them to make it happen.If Mercedes is the most incompetent car brand of all time at post sales, Tesla is the very best there ever was. If you call them from a known phone number in their system, by the time someone picks up the phone, they will know who you are and what care you’re on about.Mobile technicians are deployed, and there’s never a talk of cost estimates, because warranty means warranty in Tesla, and that’s pretty amazing. I had a door mirror replaced post a minor incident, no one ever talked about dollars.Government likes you buying EVs(at least in the UK)The purchase terms of an EV are very friendly, and the Tesla staff has been extremely useful in pointing out the correct channels.A £5k government contribution, no congestion charge(otherwise, £11.50 per day), no fuel no matter how you drive, and barely any consumables(no engine oil, no break pad/disc wear due to regenerative breaking etc). Business owners choosing to purchase EVs are allowed to do so pre-tax, unlike all other types of cars, with a significantly decreased tax burden for benefits in kind, which will go to an even lower 2% in 2020.Leases are very competitive, so the conversation starts at half the APR your average dealer would begin talking to you. With New Inventory, I have been offered an APR of <1%, which is a steal.There’s a lot of spaceThere’s more trunk and frunk space than in almost any other car, and short of buying a semi-truck, you won’t get more load capacity buying from the competition. This is pretty cool if you have a family to carry around.I generally carry everything I need to carry, which my one laptop bag, in the frunk, so it doesn’t wobble around as I drive through the city like I’m auditioning for a role with McLaren’s F1 team.It’s really convenient, and you do feel the car has great light permeability, the sunroof is really fun, and the really big windscreen is pretty cool, there are barely any blind spots when driving, and it’s a great feeling of openness.The autopilot is incredibleIf you’ve never trusted your car to drive itself before, it takes some getting used to, but you’ll never go back. If you’re tired, drowsy, on your way back from work on a late night, it’s perfect. I am comparing it to one of my other cars, a Mercedes with Distronic technology, which will casually steer into adjacent lanes, not keep pace etc. Cruise control/distronic are highly useful on a motorway, urban use is a problem, though Mercedes explicitly warn you against using Distronic in the city.The Tesla is pretty spot on at all times, and I’ve done 2000 miles plus in a single journey on autopilot, taking over only for roadwork areas, where lane markings are confusing, and I’ve done it at 95mph/150kph, the car can be trusted. Hands off the steering allowed only up to 20 seconds, so for now it’s not fully autonomous, more of a “party trick”.If you ignore the car’s warnings to put your hands back on the steering, auto-steering will become unavailable for the rest of your current journey.If you drive at 150kph in autopilot and press the acceleration, auto-steering is also automatically disabled, so the car will penalise you for trying to be too naughty.Confusing lane markings, such as new lanes on old road, roadworks, etc, will nearly always confuse it, so watch out.Below is a video of me doing 150kph with the Tesla autopilot, intentionally driving at the max speed possible, on a completely empty road and perfect weather conditions. Great scenery too.Most of the interior is pawned from MercedesThe indicators and many elements of the steering column are borrowed from Daimler, because they are exactly the same as in my S class and I’m sure other Mercs. If you’re used to a Merc, you can jump straight into a Tesla, and your reflexes work instantly.The best part is that there’s no on/off in a Tesla, no button to press. You simply put it in drive mode and off you go. At the end you press the P button at the end of your mode switch and done, no off button. That’s quite fun.BadThe car feels really cheapIn spite of its very generous price tag, the quality of everything you touch is on par with a car 1/4th of its price or less. Note, it’s a good looking car, and I don’t want to try and account for taste, but the interior looks like an entry level Ford or worse.Many people love the “minimalistic” approach, however they tend to be people who don’t have the experience of owning a Tesla or if they have a Tesla they’ve never owned another car of a similar price tag, so they cannot compare. Interior wise, it’s a 2.5 out 10 for the Tesla.It’s a little bit of an unfair comparison, as the price gap from a 75D to a P100D is mostly battery and tires, and they are not secretive about that in any way, but I still feel mass producing the interior could be done better, and in time I have no doubt it will. Over the years Tesla has always incrementally upgraded every detail about the car.This is about comparing a 6 figure priced car with other cars in a similar range.The consumption range is too dramatic. Being a wildfire traffic hopper can mean you have to charge every 2 days, up to 75%. It’s pretty incredible, but in Ludicrous+ the range calculator is another piece of decorative kit. The computer is simply pretty useless at adapting to individual driving habits, location, or recent consumption, instead of re-working your averages, it provides you with a false rolling instant value.E.g you’ve done 800Wh/mile until now, we’re still going to assume you are going to do 250Wh/mile until destination. That means in city traffic and power driving, you could get as little as 120 miles of range in total and Mr computer is largely useless at warning you in advance.The paintwork sucks, it’s really really crappy, and it gets dirty all the time, and it just looks cheap. It also costs £1000, which is insane, because it’s 100% not worth it. A paint job in a base spec Mercedes is another world apart quality wise. Same story for the rims and wheels, cheap stuff with cheap paint over it, sold in a very expensive wheel upgrade package.The car has out of the box LTE internet/connection, but it’s really poor, and as soon as you’re out of the home country, good luck. The number of times the GPS crapped out, or Spotify stopped working, too many to count, so it’s a completely unreliable connection. You can pay and add your own SIM card in the car, which improves life a lot.The steering wheel is way way too big and uncomfortable and nowhere nimble enough, that whole steering column could do with a massive upgrade. It makes it tiring for long drives, and manoeuvrability is terrible, the turning radius is only slightly smaller than the circumference of the Earth.The headlights are too powerful, to the point where other motorway users constantly flash you to warn you you’re on full beam, even when you’re really not.The car feels like its made of cardboard entirely, and the door feels like it weighs 500 grams, but not in a good way. No soft close, no nicety features, leather is very poor quality, no massage seats, no seat cooling, no proper seat settings(lumbar support etc).Cry me a river I know, but these are all common features in other cars of similar price. When you slam the door to close it, which you have to, it feels like you’re about to tear it in half. Other cars in this price range will always have soft close.The lights inside the car, both interior and the trunk/frunk are useless. I don’t know how they managed to cheap out on these, but it’s painfully annoying, dinner candles in the 15th century were much more powerful. There’s also no 12V socket in the trunk or frunk(seriously???).It’s completely missing on the nicety features you’d expect, like a decent set of air vents. Everything is cheap cheap cheap, and doesn’t really work at all in very hot weather, where you have to drive with the ol’ windows open technique.The cupholder system is a nightmare, and the storage space is pretty useless for a car of its acceleration. There’s nowhere to put stuff to prevent it from flying all over when you floor it, it’s very poorly thought through as a performance vehicle. If you don’t drive like you’re trying to beat Ayrton Senna theres plenty of space.The sound system is decent but could be better too, in spite of the Dolby Digital surround sound etc, it’s not on par even with the entry level sound systems in cars of similar price(S Class Coupe, Range Rover Autobiography, Aston Martins, Bentleys etc etc).The performance is inconsistent, after you floor it a few times and accelerate all the way to motorway speeds, the car will cut you back significantly to prevent battery overheating. This happens very very quickly. In a petrol car, I can be wild all day long on a track, in a Tesla I’d be out of juice in one lap.The front windscreen is great for visibility, not so great for direct sunlight. Fortunately not often a problem in the UK. You get massive sun glares or condensation from battery heat all the time. I don’t know how you make something this bad, a 20 year old Vauxhall(Opel) Astra does better.It’s physically very hard to see in front of you on a sunny day, and it’s a basic thing in any other car. Not in a Tesla.The windscreen wipers are extremely feeble, and consequentially when you drive at speed/wind, they look like they are about to fly off, and barely work. They are too thin and cheap, especially for the massive windscreen they have to deal with.The GPS is completely useless through a busy city, it has no knowledge of traffic whatsoever, constantly takes you down poor routes, and so on. It’s a decorative piece unless you’re driving long range.Top end Teslas are not as fun for petrolheadsHaving a Tesla is quite fun for the engineer inside you, and for the futuristic geek inside all of us, but the inner child is left with a bitter taste of disappointment. If you’re a real car fanatic/adrenaline junkie, you might want to skip buying a Tesla, for now, because it’s dtill a heavy sedan with a big turning radius, so not the thing you would take to the track. Kills at the drag strip though.The straight line speed is fun for the first month, but the truth is 6 figures on a car will never ever make any financial sense, unless you’re buying a big semi-truck and your name is DHL.It’s a straight up vanity purchase, no two ways about it, especially in the higher echelons of Tesla pricing, but it’s missing any kind of excitement whatsoever. Not really the biggest problem in the world, but if you buy a toy for the entertainment value and smiles per electrons, Tesla is probably not your top choice. It’s absolutely incredible for the city though, probably one of the best daily drivers out there, for any amount of money.The interior, the lack of sound, the poor interior lightning, and the various details remove the sense of occasion and excitement, no matter which model you buy. Other cars for the same money would either give you serene luxury you would enjoy every time(S Class, Audi A8, Porsche Panamera etc), or full on boy racer noise and performance, as well as great luxury(Mercedes C63S/E63S/S63 Coupe). It’s also dangerously close to the price of a barely used Lambo Huracan, McLaren 570S or a Ferrari 458, which are extremely fun cars to own.With a Lambo/McLaren/F Car, you know you spent the money at all times, and at all speeds, it just feels amazing and even going to the supermarket is an occasion, in a Tesla it’s too civilised, which makes buying a top end Tesla even more unjustifiable, since you don’t really need drag strip record times for the city.Longer journey? Double up the timeLonger journeys take much longer, anything above 500 miles requires serious planning&math. If you’re a statistics nut like I am(life of the party I know), it’s pretty cool, and a bit scary.The consumption in a Tesla increases far more than in a petrol car depending on your driving. I’m comparing a P100D with the average performance petrol car, which is why the mpg figures are quite low versus the average car.Motorway cruising at 70mph, ideal weather conditions.Tesla: 200 - 240Wh/kmSports Car: 20mpg - 22mpg or 14L/100km.Motorway cruising at 100mph(Autobahn in Germany, ideal weather conditions.Tesla: 400 - 450Wh/kmSports Car: 16mpg - 17mpg or 17L/100km.If you’re doing that kind of long range you want to keep a good speed, but you simply can’t or you’ll miss your next charge. In a Tesla, you are constantly calculating and optimising. Do I drive faster because the battery charges faster in the initial phase, so it’s fine to end up at destination with less charge? Do I keep pace? Have I accounted for wind? Why am I doing 300Wh/km at the same speed as I was doing 250Wh/km earlier? Oh, 1% elevation, hmm. All part of the fun.Like in no other car, you get to feel first hand how changes in weather conditions, elevation/incline, road surface changes, affect “fuel economy”, because Tesla is kind enough to give you a live rolling chart.As a rule of thumb, you will lose 40 - 50% of the excess miles. E.g if your next supercharger is 200 miles away, I would charge for 300 miles, and hope to have 50 - 60 miles of range left at destination. Even at constant speed, the GPS estimates are way off. You will always arrive earlier than predicted, with less range left, even if you autopilot at constant speed all the way there.Realistically you will need to stop every 250 - 300 miles, and spend 40 min - 1 hour each time.Supercharger coverage is still a problem, for nowIt’s absolutely amazing that you can drive so far and for free, but it’s not something you can take for granted just yet. For one, the European coverage for Tesla is pretty scarce. You can get from A to B for most of it, but not efficiently.It looks good on a map but compared to petrol stations it’s nothing, for now. You incur a significant number miles added to your journey, just so you can pass through superchargers. On a 700 mile journey in a petrol car, you might do 1000+ in a Tesla, not even accounting for the charge time. If you’re in France/Italy, you will pay additionally for every charge, as you’ll go in and out of the same motorway to access the chargers. It can be as much as 2 -3 times the toll charges in a normal car, if you do this very often it could be meaningful.Superchargers are rarely located in places normal gas pumps are, and have no service industry around them yet. That means you may or may not get a toilet at your next stop, which in long range mode can be fun. If you’re lucky, you end up near a shopping centre. This is in Orange, France. The GPS on the car will tell you what facilities await at your next stop, so you can in theory pick and choose, but in practice this can add huge mileage to your journey.Most Superchargers in France have turned out to be “in the middle of nowhere”, in the courtyard of some hotel etc etc. It’s a little bit weird stopping for an hour at 2AM in complete darkness in the middle of a field.Value for moneyLooking at the competition, say S Class, spending £75k for a base model is a whole other world from dropping £140k on an S63 AMG, or a used Maybach, completely different planet. Looking at a Maybach vs an S560 is a visible, obvious, world apart difference, no one would wonder where the £££ went.In a Tesla, it’s the same car with slightly more range and acceleration. I know this falls more in the “cry me a river” segment of the market, but equally, you expect something for your hard earned dollar or GBP, which Tesla somewhat fails to deliver on. They are very upfront about it, more money = more power and more battery, but it’s a whole lot of money “just for that”.The option list is both surprisingly short and expensive. A little more software/equipment, some autopilot fancy gear that’s not legal yet, and a bit more battery, for “just” twice the price of the base spec. As a normal sensible consumer, this is somewhat extreme.It’s certainly the cheapest “city focused Lamborghini” you can buy, but beyond that the pricing structure really makes no sense in terms of value for money, and I would probably struggle to justify spending the same again.The sensible thing is to buy a mid range Tesla and save half the price-tag, and still get everything except the acceleration. Not being able to floor it in a Lambo through the city isn’t exactly the mass market problem solving Elon had in mind, but ironically it’s kind of all you get in the P100D.Conclusion: You’re paying for a power train, battery tech, and technology. You won’t get a fancy car, if that’s what you’re after don’t spend that kind of money on a Tesla just yet. Go half the price and get a Lexus hybrid instead. The car is really amazing in one way, a little boring in another. Overall the best piece of commuting/city gear you could ever have, though P100 models are ultimately an expensive toy.Love of Tesla: Having “talked it down” so much, I do feel the need to re-enforce the insane capability of this car is very addictive. Even if you’re fortunate enough to have driven crazy cars, yes it would get more feel, but you would not have more acceleration and torque, and the lack of sound is replaced by the consistent “holy sh******t” launch power at every single traffic light.Update(after 12 months of owning it): The honeymoon phase is now long over. The performance is still there, the run cost is still brilliant, but Tesla as a company is sometimes showing some fairly ugly colours.Tires lasted quite well, got a comfortable few mm of thread depth left. If you knew how I drive, in Ludicrous Plus constantly, that’s an insanely impressive thing, nearly 20k miles later. Loss in traction is noticeable, and I’m certainly way more careful in the wet than I was on fresh tires. At some point the £1k replacement cost will be unavoidable, in the next few months.Range is a big lie. 10 - 15% lost to software updates, restricting max charges further and further. I haven’t seen a number starting with 300 since the day I took delivery of the car. As detailed further above, do not trust the range of the car.Charging speed has decreased massively. It used to be you would drive to the supercharger with 10% - 15% and it would bump straight up to around 114kw - 117kw pretty much straight away, and stay there till the battery was nearly 80% when you could go home. No longer, the car now only goes to 85, then slowly to 95 and so on. It may be a software update to preserve battery life, however you have less range and longer charges.No yellow cornering on the screen which lots of other people report, but it’s definitely a pain in the a**, it randomly resets itself, as you drive, or as you follow the sat nav, for no apparent reason. Music cut offs etc for about 30 seconds while the screen reboots for no apparent reason.Suspension isn’t proving very reliable. 1 year in and squeaks and creaks from everyone single corner possible. Car went to service and got cleaned by Tesla engineers under warranty, all back to normal now, no squeaks and creaks.HEPA filter had to be replaced after 14 months, around £186 inclusive of VAT from Tesla. Not terrible and done same day, however it’s a consumable and not under warranty.Software updates coming constantly have actually made the car a lot worse. Now it barely ever reads speed limits properly. While the AP is fully trustworthy, it won’t change speed limits, so you have to pay attention a lot more or you might get a speeding ticket and those lovely points on your license.Completely new design delivered around 5 months ago, and I hate it with a passion. They’ve made it more Model 3 like, but it’s absolutely stupid, various things on the touch screen overlap, as if it wasn’t hard enough already to touch things accurately while driving.The Dolby Digital surround system constantly gets deactivated as an option for no reason whatsoever, which drives me crazy, and nothing I do seems to affect that at all, I have to remember to re-enable it every time I get in the car, which is not great for an audiophile such as myself, the sound system is pretty terrible anyway even if you go for the high end option, at least compared with proper in car audio systems.Would I buy one again? The answer is absolutely not, I got carried away by very low interest and tax benefits, and Ludicrous acceleration, but the honest to god answer is that I simply don’t enjoy driving it at all, it’s far too basic, too plastic and too crappy for the enormous price tag. I don’t dislike the car, but similarly I never look forward to drive it, and all I keep thinking is I could’ve bought x y z make and model instead.It’s coming from a place where I am fortunate that run cost isn’t my number one concern, but it’s been the only reason why I kept it, it’s very hard to say no to driving around for an extremely small cost, again when considering the performance. Like I said above, buying it is pricey, after you pay close to nothing beyond insurance. However, for the buy price of the car, I personally want a lot more.Value retention, Luxury, exclusivity, convenience, and a feeling of being able to drive it endlessly, like an S class, where after 15 hours of driving you don’t get that “sticky” feel of having been in a car for that long, you feel quite good.None of this come with a Tesla, and 99% of Tesla owners are extremely fanatic, but the reality is the majority of them don’t come from a high vantage point, and it’s by far the most expensive car they ever bought. Yes it may be better than a Honda Accord, but for many times the price tag isn’t that implied?The worst Tesla experience so farAfter a bump traffic so light that not even the paintwork on the car is damaged, the steering felt really funny, so naturally I pulled over into a side road, and phoned my beloved highly competent Tesla assistance.They quite literally told me to f off, there’s no other way to put it nicely. They said it’s not their problem, that it wouldn’t be possible to tow it to a Tesla depot(even if I offered to pay for this separately), and that the car is no longer safe to drive. Insult to injury and acid pour on it in the span of a 10 second conversation.I had the extreme luck this happened 2 miles from home, where it was manageable, had it been 3AM in the middle of nowhere, the messiah of all car companies would’ve had me stranded useless in the middle of nowhere, no their problem of course, the nearly 150k they billed me for the car just a few months earlier had long been forgotten from memory.Thanks to good friends, I made my way back home, and the next day after insurance told me they are happy to help/cover the costs, but the car should go to a Tesla garage since no one else can repair a Tesla, low and behold, it was entirely possible to pay and have the car towed. What in the actual f*ck?A very nice Joe shoes up 3 hours later with a tow truck, and while on the phone with his boss/colleague, he politely asks me to dictate my credit card details so he could further dictate them on the phone. I thought he was joking, but no, he was dead serious. I told him no way josay, take cash or no deal. One cash machine trip later, the saga ends, the car is loaded on the tow truck and off it goes. Or so I thought.The wonderful people at Tesla politely informed a new steering rack is required, post my 2mph barely any paintwork damage hit, for the great price of nearly £4000 inclusive of VAT. How wonderful, the steering rack mechanism can be completely destroyed by softly blowing air towards it, the build quality is insanely poor, more so than any other car I have ever owned, including a 20 year Vauxhall Astra I drove for a long time, with 200k miles on it and no problems.The truth? I’m seriously hoping this was a bad assistant on the other end of the phone, because this has felt like a slap in the face, which after the latest massive price drop adds a little bit of insult to injury. I’ve got a car worth a lot less than what I anticipated it would be worth, and a service quality that seems to fluctuate a lot based on who you get on the phone.

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FashionFashion has always been a big deal especially as lifestyle and fashion influencers dominate, so this is definitely a popular blog niche to enter.This is evidenced by the many fashionistas making millions from their blogs.Both men and women enjoy looking good, so you can write for one audience or even both.Many fashion bloggers (check out We Wore What) often branch out to include discussions on lifestyle and travel which opens up more creative freedom.Fashion bloggers promote their favorite brands, create sponsored posts, and cross-post to their social media accounts to generate income.6. DatingDating is stressful, unpredictable, and sometimes super awkward.As more people turn to online services for dating (over 49% of dating app users according to Statista), it then makes sense that they would utilize the Internet for dating advice.From determining your ideal partner to tips for the very first date-- you can use your dating blog to better prepare singles for the dating world.Evan Marc Katz shares his expert advice as a dating coach and also advertises his paid products and coaching program.7. ParenthoodThough you’ll often hear scare tactics from news stations, the truth is that younger generations still desire to have children just as much as their predecessors.In fact, according to Pew Research, in 2016 millennial women made up 82% of all births in the United States, though the age at first birth is higher than previous generations.There are so many facets to raising a child from birth to 18 years of age and first-time parents desperately seek advice throughout the journey.Seasoned parents are like a god-send to those entering every new stage, so you’ll undoubtedly build a readership with a parenting blog.Sarah Titus combines parenting advice with fun printables for activities with kids, generating over $200,000 PER MONTH with a combined income from her blog and printables store.8. Wedding & MarriageTying the knot is much more than just saying ‘I do!’There’s caterers, invitations, table toppers….and that doesn’t even begin to cover the complexities of married life after the fact!If you went through the fiasco, have been married for a while, and SURVIVED-- you could benefit from starting a wedding and marriage blog.The depth you want to cover is entirely up to you.Blogs like Marriage 365 delve deep into every area, down to fun date ideas with your spouse.Monetizing your blog can come from many sources including sponsored posts, affiliate links for wedding items, and even offering personalized marriage coaching.9. FamilyThe family unit is one of the most important structures in life, responsible for cultivating happy and well-adjusted adults in the future.Keeping your family close-knit in the midst of a fast-paced lifestyle is hard.Know how to plan fun family outings, engage each member of the family, and maintain a deep intimacy within your own family?Start a family blog!Pair your blog with social platforms like Pinterest and Instagram to develop trust and familiarity with your audience.Check out It’s A Lovely Life for ideas on the topics you can cover to run a successful family blog-- this blog makes over $170,000 per month.10. Personal FinanceThe personal finance niche extends to budgeting, creating wealth, and maximizing potential income streams.Many of these blogs also include information for pursuing a wide array of side hustles and online business opportunities.The good news is you don’t need to be a finance expert to start blogging in this niche, just passion and purpose.Michelle Schroeder started her blog as just a hobby while she worked full-time but she managed to use her own advice and scale her blog to over $100,000 per month.11. Frugal LifestyleEveryone could improve their spending habits but it takes real dedication to stick to a constrained budget.Living frugally entails closely monitoring spending, allocating money wisely, and saving long-term.Naturally, people seek out resources to guide them on the journey to frugal living and your blog will prove very helpful for those looking to make this change.The funny part is it pays to blog about frugality.The Busy Budgeter amassed a huge fan base with her blog that earns her over $86,000 per month.12. RelationshipsWe hold so many different types of relationships with others in our lives.From our parents and partners to our hair stylists and colleagues-- connecting and maintaining reciprocal relationships with other human beings is a key part of life.Even though it’s important…it doesn’t mean that everything goes without a hitch…If you’re awesome at forging long-lasting romantic or platonic relationships and have encountered difficult situations with successful resolution, you can provide value by blogging about relationships.You can target professionals navigating the workplace, people with complex parental relations, or even discuss them all like The Gottman Institute.13. Smart Phones & AccessoriesSmartphones are no longer a luxury, they’re a part of everyday life with over 3 billion smartphone users worldwide-- and this number is expected to increase by hundreds of millions of people in a few years.As people invest in the latest and most expensive models, it makes sense that they’d look for tutorials on features, model comparisons, and phone protection accessories.You may want to decide on a sub-niche based on phone model or brand to focus things better and get more into the nitty-gritty.This blog only includes information for iPhone users ranging from shortcuts to apps.14. Environmental SustainabilityAll experts agree that human beings hold primary responsibility for the majority of negative environmental changes.Yet we have the power to lessen the impact through sustainability and eco-friendly measures.You can create a blog within this niche that focuses on minimizing waste and educating readers on the daily things they can do to help save the planet.You can also niche down further and focus on a smaller sector, such as sustainable fashion design and clothing choices.15. RV LifeThis niche is increasing in popularity each year, as more people turn to alternate housing options.Not many people live and travel full-time in an RV, which is great news for newer bloggers within this niche.Your audience will most likely want to know the logistics of RV life: how you make money on the road, live comfortably in such a small space, and even set up systems like Internet connection.Follow Your Detour uses her blog to educate as well as fund her RV travels, generating around $2,000 monthly.16. Pregnancy & NewbornThis niche is actually pretty specific, though pregnancy spans a large topic range: breastfeeding, nutrition, postpartum care, etc.This time in a woman’s life is both exciting and challenging with so much support needed.You don’t need to be a medical doctor or women’s health expert to blog about the intricacies of pregnancy and caring for a newborn.Being a woman who’s personally gone through the experience is more than enough and also helps you relate more with moms who read your blog.You can create valuable content while generating revenue from recommending your favorite pregnancy and baby products.This is just what the mom behind Swaddles to Bottles does-- and she earns a healthy $9,000 per month doing it.17. MindsetA negative mindset can only get you so far. Consciously working on positive thinking can work wonders in your life.Oxford surveyed 246 entrepreneurs and found that those with a negative mindset were less likely to achieve their goals than those with a positive outlook.Changing your perceptions does take mental manpower and a mindset blog would help others kick-start their personal development.There’s tons of things you can write about related to mindset and the Blissful Mind does it well-- discussing stress, imposter syndrome, and developing healthy habits.18. Organization and DeclutteringMarie Kondo may have been responsible for the decluttering trend that swept across social media last year, but organization has always been a trending niche.The Seana Method follows the same tune as Kondo, emphasizing how the order resulting from organization trickles down positively to all other areas of your life.If you’ve got a knack for getting rid of old junk and turning any space into a clutter-free zone, an organization blog would be right in your wheelhouse.Incorporating video and visual content will help your audience get a feel for the benefits of organization while also attracting readers from social media channels.19. RetirementSaving for retirement is an oft-stressed point made by financial experts, who recommend starting to save as early as possible.The sad truth is that most Americans remain uneducated on how to properly save for retirement, with more than 64% of Americans retiring with less than $10,000 in savings.You can help decrease this unfortunate statistic by educating people young and old with a retirement blog.Follow suit of blogs like Retirement Cafe and pack your blog with accessible resources, break down bits and pieces of a retirement portfolio, and guide readers towards a happy and prosperous retirement.20. Hair CareCurly, straight, wavy, and frizzy-- hair comes in many varieties and each type requires a certain level of care and style.Anyone can be a hair care expert, not just hair stylists.Those who personally deal with the everyday maintenance of curly hair are more than qualified to speak on the topic, just like the blogger behind Curl Centric.In this niche, you can share your preferred hair products and tools to maintain health and luster and also create follow-along guides for cool hairstyles.Photos and videos are going to be crucial for blog posts within this niche.21. Farm LifeYou thought running a farm would be easy?You’ve got to worry about tending to animals, growing crops, and being pretty isolated from the rest of society-- all of which may deter those interested in giving it a try.If you’ve lived on a farm or cared for farm animals, your knowledge could help demystify farm life.There are so many minutiae details involved with running a farm that ideas for content are endless.Consider the wide scope that this blog covers for some inspiration.22. Smart HomesBy 2021, predictions pinpoint the adoption of home automation to around 55% of all households in the U.S. and Canada.Consumers still have a lot to learn when it comes to how smart homes can make their lives easier.Being an expert doesn’t matter as much as the validity and readability of your content covering this complex technology.It’s important to relay this information in your blog in simple ways the everyday non-techy reader can understand.Smart Home Solver reviews a multitude of smart home appliances using a mix of video and text to engage and entertain readers.Health & Wellness23. Ketogenic LifestyleThe ketogenic diet is a low-carb diet which restricts intake of carbohydrates and increases healthy fats and proteins resulting in weight loss and decreased glucose levels.So many people boast massive success with this lifestyle.Jenny Wagner lost over 50 pounds on the keto diet before she started implementing any exercise, according to her interview with The New York Times.Start a keto blog to encourage others with your personal story.You can post workout content, keto education guides, and sample meal plans for your readers to follow.Keto blogs like Cast Iron Keto share tons of homemade recipes and keto alternatives to help others transition to keto smoother.24. VeganismVeganism has taken the world by storm in recent years, highly advocated by many A-list celebs and medical professionals.While people explore how veganism can fit within their lives, an informational blog detailing vegan life can make a major difference in the decision to adopt this lifestyle or not.If you decide to pursue the vegan blogging niche, don’t think you have to be an expert chock full of scientific and medical knowledge in support of veganism.Yup It’s Vegan publishes nothing but recipe ideas for every meal, earning around $2,000 monthly from these efforts.25. Paleo LifestyleSimilar to keto, the paleo diet limits the consumption of processed and artificial ingredients, only allowing foods that the first hunter-gatherers relied on during the paleo era (hence, the name).Approximately 3 million Americans practice this way of life, citing improved digestion, skin, and overall well-being.Knowing what foods are deemed acceptable or not isn’t always crystal-clear to beginners, which makes creating a blog in the paleo niche super helpful.Blogs like Whole Kitchen Sink educate those interested in paleo with recipes and tips to stay on track-- and they net over $6,000 doing it.26. FitnessLet’s talk about getting physical!It’s a new year, which undoubtedly means an increased interest in fitness and exercise.Personal trainers and fitness junkies can capitalize on this demand and offer their knowledge and experience to readers in the form of a fitness blog, potentially opening up a lucrative stream of income.Popular fitness blog Nerd Fitness generates six figures yearly, based on an interview Blogger Jet conducted with founder Steve Kamb.27. Healthy LifestyleA healthy lifestyle includes food, exercise, and positivity.Getting all 3 areas down can be somewhat of a challenge.Small children, demanding careers, and busy lives in general can lead to junk food, decreased activity, and high stress levels.Publish your advice for living a healthy lifestyle in a blog to guide others on the right path.You can discuss many aspects of healthy living.Jessica Sepel not only shares easy recipes and workout ideas, but she also talks about body and mind positivity.28. Body PositivitySelf-confidence is so important to have nowadays, especially in the social media age.The body positivity movement has swept media, print, and online channels, encouraging people to love and embrace the body they are in.Words of wisdom, stories of strength and confidence, discussions on body image--all are potential topics discussed in a body positivity blog.Maria Denne tackles these topics as well as fashion, news, and lifestyle with an intimate and relatable flair through her blog The Curvy Fashionista-- a talent that’s made her a $100,000 yearly earner.29. NutritionA well-balanced and nutritious diet gives you the fuel to conquer your goals.Nutrition bloggers like Sarah B. at My New Roots provide suggestions for meals and snacks, with the added option of 1-on-1 mentoring.Nutritionists, R.D.’s, and other healthcare professionals can promote the power of nutrition through coaching programs, helpful blog posts, cooking and recipe tips, and informational e-books.30. Women's HealthWomen’s health care is severely lacking in the United States.Compared to eleven other developed countries, women in the U.S. are less likely to view their quality of healthcare as excellent, the Commonwealth found.Advocate and educate for better women’s health care with an unbiased blog.Post content related to sexual health, nutrition, pregnancy, and disease prevention, similar to the content over at Healthy Women.Include real-life stories sharing the experiences of other women to foster connection and relatability.31. Weight LossLosing weight is an important and pretty universal goal held by people from all age groups.Starting is the hardest part and a blog solely dedicated to weight loss can provide that extra push your readers need.Some of the things Andie Mitchell talks about in her blog include personal motivation, goal-setting for weight loss, and healthy recipes.32. Alternative MedicineTraditional medicine has made amazing strides, but alternative treatments often provide the peace of mind people seek.In fact, NCCIH found that 38% of adults in the U.S. utilize some form of complementary and alternative medicine.A couple of the most popular forms of alternative medicine are herbal remedies and acupuncture.This blog focuses on educating readers on both practices.Many people are unaware of these other options, so an alternative medicine blog is a wonderful way to increase awareness.33. DiabetesDiabetes is a debilitating illness that affects more and more people each year.Over 100 million Americans have diabetes or pre-diabetes according to the CDC.A diagnosis of diabetes means major changes in a person’s lifestyle from food to exercise, which can be extremely overwhelming.If you or someone you love manages diabetes in day-to-day life you can make it your mission to help someone else in the same situation by creating a diabetes blog.For example, The Diabetic Foodie publishes so many yummy and healthy recipes that those with diabetes can enjoy.34. Mental HealthGoing through life with a mental illness is challenging and draining, so it’s important to have the right help and support.It’s not exactly rare either.In fact, 1 in 5 Americans experience a mental illness based on data compiled by Nami.org.Those living with a mental illness or mental health advocates can start the conversation and keep it open with the accessibility of a mental health blog.Natasha over at Natasha Tracy talks all things bipolar disorder, from locating resources to dealing with symptoms.35. Self CareSometimes we need to take a step back and make sure we’re taking care of ourselves before anything else.A self-care blog can cover tips for self-improvement, advice for major life decisions, and much more.The topics are limitless.This self-care blogger focuses on personal development, healthy thinking, and writing as a creative outlet.36. Yoga/MeditationYoga teachers can potentially create another income stream through a yoga and meditation blog.Guiding beginners through the stages of meditation, offering advice on mindfulness, and establishing yourself as a trusted yoga expert- these are all different topics you can discuss.Allie at the Journey Junkie promotes her workshops, creates helpful guides and articles, and also shares videos she’s created.Her paid coaching programs and retreats made a major income difference for her blog, as she generated $70,000 within 2 weeks of launching her first course.37. Self WorthFeelings of self-worth can be difficult to retain after a traumatic or unfortunate occurrence.Written advice helps soothe and support emotions to make the healing journey easier.Anyone is qualified to write within this niche with the noble aim of helping others cope and thrive.Check out Positive Provocations for a heap of articles, resources, and tidbits to boost happiness and positivity.Business & Career38. WritingBecoming a freelance writer is often thought of as unsustainable in the long run, but this couldn’t be further from the truth.Freelance writers often struggle to position themselves and find good-paying writing jobs.Blogs geared towards guiding freelance writers to prosperity prosper themselves.Jorden Roper of Creative Revolt offers practical advice, resources, and even a paid course.She claims to be making over 5 figures per month through freelance writing.If you’re a seasoned writer, your knowledge is pure gold to newbies. You can coach writers on positioning, branding, and improving their craft.39. TechnologyWe are in the midst of the technology age with still so many major innovations and new developments to be made in the future.Picture just how many industries there are and the number of businesses within each industry that exist-- millions.And technology impacts each and every one of them.Your tech blog can focus on tech news and gadgets within different industries like transportation and security.The interest in tech is most definitely there, as David Risley discovered once he turned his blog Tech Junkie into a six figure business.40. PhotographyPeople need good quality photos for so many purposes, such as for their company website or social media accounts.Other photographers also love to get inspiration for their own work and appreciate what their fellow photographers have created.Whether you’re a nature or portrait photographer, you can also utilize your blog to attract new clients and build an online presence.This is what Erick Im did when first starting his street photography blog.He sold his own products and utilized affiliate advertising to scale his blog to over $200K per year.41. Web DevelopmentWeb developers are booming in demand.It is now 2020, at this point business owners of every industry know a sites value.Those who learn to be full stack internet developers will stack cash (if you know what I mean)Thus, it’s no wonder that the need for these experts is expected to increase nearly 13% by 2028.If you’re a web developer or offer web development services, you could blog all about this field: trending design news, the fundamentals of design, resources, cool tools-- and more!Check out Web Designer Depot for some inspo.42. EcommercePeople have largely started to prefer shopping online, which is good news for aspiring ecommerce business owners.Creating an online store is fairly simple and cheap with Shopify and Woocommerce, yet actually garnering leads and making sales is another story entirely.Got a successful online store or know your way around ecommerce?Educate budding entrepreneurs with advice, case studies, recommendations for tools, and more.Check out Printful to get an idea of some areas you can cover.43. Digital MarketingThis niche is one of the absolute best to dive into as we enter a new decade of technological advancement.The importance of an effective digital marketing strategy is crucial to the survival of most businesses nowadays, yet most people are lost and overwhelmed figuring it all out.Digital marketing experts with a proven track record can serve as trustworthy guides for business owners and other online marketers with a blog in this niche.Plus, you can use your digital marketing skills to rank your site quickly and lead readers seamlessly to your paid products and services.Neil Patel runs one of the most influential digital marketing blogs today and has done all of the above to rake in nearly $400,000 with his blog.44. Interior DesignAs wages improve, people look for inspiration to spruce up their homes.You don’t necessarily need to be an interior designer to blog within this niche, you can also just be an avid lover of design.It pays to blog in this popular niche too, as blogs like The Harper House net over $6,000 per month.45. HRCalling all HR professionals!Employers and employees often have spur-of-the-moment questions that need quick answers.Having a reliable HR blog they can reference during these moments would be super helpful and also lessen the workload of that company’s HR department.Gather the most frequently asked questions and situations you encounter to create detailed guides. Include links to other resources for readers to peruse.HR Bartender also uses their blog to advertise their services, speaking engagements, and books.46. Computer ScienceThis subject is one of the hardest to conquer for most university students.Huge class sizes limit a professor’s accessibility, so many students search for online resources to aid them in understanding.Computer science professional or just a student who whizzed through the course?You can create videos explaining difficult concepts and solving sample problems to better equip students for successful course completion.Take it one step further and diversify your content with industry news and developments like this blog.47. Network MarketingMLM’s often get a bad rep, but they do represent genuine business opportunities.Success isn’t guaranteed and many uplines still teach ineffective methods for running a sustainable business long-term.You can use your direct sales experience to advise fellow network marketers on the best ways to sell, recruit, and build a successful business.If you continuously provide amazing value, you can create a paid coaching program and even attract prospects to your own MLM business.Ray Higdon is a famed MLM leader who has used his blog and vast success to market his services and business opportunity, scaling it to 7 figures yearly.48. SEOSEO is going to become even more important as time passes.Let your SEO expertise shine by creating an educational blog within the SEO niche.Learning effective SEO takes time and your blog will easily get a huge amount of views if your content and delivery makes it a go-to resource for marketers and business owners.The most reputable SEO blog I follow is Backlinko and its founder Brian Dean has used video and super high-quality content to build it into a 7 figure business.49. Career ChoiceIf you’ve landed your dream career, chances are you’ve navigated through many hoops and hurdles to reach this point.Specialty professions that require rigorous certification programs and exams are another beast entirely and you can bet that aspiring professionals are eager for as much help as they can get.Young Architect built a blog chock full of helpful information while also making money off of his value-packed paid bootcamp and training programs.Divulge your secrets in a tell-all career blog where you break down your best tips and resources from personal experience.50. Online Business OpportunitiesMaking money online is no longer a pipe dream.It’s become even more feasible for moms, students, and full-time professionals to create income using the Internet.What better place to find out ways to earn money online… than searching online?Gather all of your research together to create a comprehensive directory of money-making opportunities and side hustles from research and personal experience.Follow the lead of those like Nick Loper to make money from your efforts, combining podcast promotion and affiliate links.51. BloggingBlogging about blogging?Yep! This is actually a niche-- and a trending one at that.People are curious about how to start a blog and potentially make money off of it-- which is obviously the ultimate goal right?If you’ve had success building a loyal following and monetizing your blog, you can jump into the demand and start a blog about making money blogging!You’ll share your preferred tools, resources, tips for driving site visits, and landing sponsorship and affiliate deals.Take a look at a blog successfully generating $100,000 per month within this niche.52. EntrepreneurshipStarting a business seems like the logical next step for those unhappy with their careers and income.However, the U.S. Small Business Administration reports that 50% of businesses with employees last longer than five years.For entrepreneurs to get through this hump, they need a great deal of motivation, support, and positivity.Entrepreneurs like yourself can offer unparalleled first-hand advice with an entrepreneurship blog to pay it forward and increase the chances of others achieving success themselves.Yaro imparts knowledge about everything from mindset to pricing services-- a venture that earns him $40,000 per month.Activities53. Cross FitThe number of CrossFit gyms increased drastically from only 13 in 2005 to over 7,000 gyms today.What this means is that there is a higher demand for content like this as people are constantly seeking knowledge about it.The best part?There really aren’t many blogs dedicated to CrossFit on the Internet (Crossfit appears to be one of the leading blogs).Creating a blog in this niche fills an informational void while also potentially driving profit.54. CyclingWhether you bike professionally or enjoy a cycling session at your local gym, a cycling blog can be a creative way to further your passion.Pros like Juliet Elliott use their cycling blogs not just for self-promotion but also for sharing their personal experiences with training, gear, and competing.55. RunningRunning is a popular exercise for maintaining great health and also a huge competitive sport all around the globe.Experienced runners can create a blog in the running niche to offer up advice on endurance, nutrition, training, and preparation for competition.The desire to be of service can definitely pay off as evidenced by Daniel Hamel’s success with his blog Marathon Nation US which nets over 7 figures per year.56. GardeningGot a green thumb?Those with a knack for growing flowers, fruits, or veggies can let their knowledge bloom with a gardening blog.Whether you specialize in growing tomatoes or arranging beautiful bouquets, your knowledge can assist someone who may have just started.You can find tons of tips for plant care, fun crafts, and design over at You Grow Girl.57. PilatesThose looking to tone up, maintain weight, and even recover from an injury often turn to pilates as the most viable option.Pilates combines endurance, flexibility, and strength movements for the ultimate core-strengthening workout.Pairing an educational pilates blog with another online platform can prove lucrative.Just ask Cassey Ho who makes over $4 million per year from her pilates blog and YouTube channel.58. PokerThe game of poker takes some serious skill to truly compete.If you’ve dabbled in the game for a while and have tons of advice-- share it with a poker blog!Those who aspire to compete professionally or even just avid players could benefit from learning new tips and tricks to up their game.This is exactly the aim over at Upswing Poker, which not only offers training but also news within the industry and surrounding pros.59. FishingIs going fishing your favorite past-time?Perhaps you’ve got a few tricks up your sleeve to get the biggest catches?A fishing blog is a great way to expand your passion and share it with others!Single Barbed discusses all of the fine details of fishing from recommended tools to news about upcoming competitions.60. Arts and CraftsThis niche is fairly broad so you can really let your creativity shine here.People often look for fun craft ideas to entertain their children or create homemade decor.Activities involving arts and crafts are also super popular for events, school functions, and parties.A Beautiful Mess mixes up tons of different crafts from plant arrangements to scrapbooking.Using social media platforms like Pinterest can help drive traffic to your blog and generate leads for selling your own creations.61. GolfGolf is both a famed sport and a casual hobby enjoyed by millions of people worldwide.You might be able to get the basics down…but fine tuning those skills will be difficult without the right guidance.A golf blog can be an amazing resource for last-minute assistance and continuous advice.Even top-ranked golfers see the value-- Stephanie Wei blogs about technique, news, and competition updates.62. MusicMusic transcends language and connects people from all backgrounds.There’s something out there to please everyone’s tastes, from hip hop to classical piano.So the direction of your music blog is completely up to you.Jason Grishkoff started Indie Shuffle to support the music of indie artists, scaling his blog to over $10,000 per week after selling music promotions on the site.You can review newly released music, post updates on your favorite artists, and expand upon concert experiences.63. Horseback RidingHorses are beloved creatures that require tons of love and care.Stacy Westfall utilized her passion for horseback riding to create an educational blog for horse owners and equestrians detailing horse care, advice, and various competitions.You can monetize the experience and knowledge you hold about horses with either your own horse blog or even writing guest blog posts for equestrian magazines.64. Bird WatchingBird watching is still a favorite hobby for many.FWS estimates that more than 45 million people participate in this activity.Bird enthusiasts can document the species they’ve captured on camera while on their travels.Helpful articles on bird behavior and tips for effective bird-watching are also great pieces of content to include in your blog.Take in the sheer amount of varied content found on Surf Birds as an example.65. Martial ArtsLearning any form of martial arts is an ongoing process rife with discipline and skill.Those who practice martial arts often spend ample time outside of the studio educating themselves on different techniques and movements.A blog based around a martial arts form can be a much needed resource for a fighter’s development, giving advice on training, technique, and even health and nutrition.This blog focuses on helping out Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA fighters.Opportunities for income generation include sponsored posts for gear and affiliate links.66. DanceThis niche encompasses a wide range of dance styles from ballet to belly dancing.You can offer insight on proper dance techniques, tutorials for new moves, step-by-step choreography, and just plain advice for becoming a better dancer.Many dance teachers use their dance blogs to promote their online dance classes and coaching programs as a way to make money.Steezy has guides on how to choreograph and freestyle for dancers as well as resources for dance classes with the option for readers to try out their paid online classes.67. ActingActing takes serious dedication and hours of grueling practice.There exist many different acting methods as well as a multitude of roles that an actor takes on.Exploration is part of the process and an acting blog that captures what it means to be an actor would be beneficial for members of the acting community.You can blog about the audition process, resources for new actors, and technique tips, similar to Margie Haber.68. BodybuildingBodybuilders undergo intensive training and follow strict nutritional guidelines to compete at the national stage.Though you can definitely start a blog in this niche if you’re a huge fan, you’ll be able to cover more content and grow a more personable audience if you have real-life experience yourself.This is because you’ll want to discuss workouts and nutrition and give recommendations for supplements, diets, and training routines--- similar to Strong Lifts.Blogs related to gym and special exercises remain popular, with some like Leaving Work Behind raking in $4,000 per month.69. SewingLove to sew?Diversify your income and creative potential with a sewing blog.You’ll be able to create tutorials for making blankets, articles of clothing, and more.It’s recommended to utilize social media platforms that focus on imagery to attract traffic to your blog.Blogs like While She Naps generate income from promoting paid workshops, affiliate products, and books, to the tune of around $3,000 per month.70. PaintingShowcase your work while sharing the techniques you’ve perfected as a painter with a painting blog.If you paint, using social media will be a great tool to bring traffic to your blog.Selling your paintings directly on your website is a great way to make money with your blog.Another option is to include links to your online store both on your blog and social media accounts.As is the case with all blogs, consistent posting is super important to retain viewers.Kem Studios does something interesting.The painter writes a blog post covering something painting related while also featuring her own paintings in each post.71. SportsSports are a favorite global past-time, both to partake in and watch.Fans eat up statistics, player updates, and power rankings.If you’re an impassioned sports fan who enjoys following all aspects of your favorite sport closely, you should explore starting a sports blog.While you can definitely gain views with a general sports blog, deciding on a sub-niche will make things ten times easier.Fan Sided centers on American football and keeps tabs on trade rumors, the draft, injuries, statistics, and much more.72. Outdoor ActivitiesEncourage others to embrace the fresh mountain air-- share your love for all the outdoors has to offer with an outdoor activity blog.There are so many different topics in this niche…you’ll never run out of things to write about!So if you want to discuss backpacking, hiking, or sightseeing, spread the excitement for adventure through your blog posts.The mom behind Mountain Mom and Tots adds a family element to her story-telling, connecting with readers on a personal and genuine level.73. JournalingBullet journaling has become a massively popular way to organize thoughts, plan schedules, and maintain continuity.You take a blank journal and fill it with your own lines, words, boxes, and designs.Many have sworn to the impact this journaling method has had in their lives. Are you one of them?If so-- awesome, you can teach others how to start a bullet journal with a journaling blog.It’s really important to rely on stunning visuals to illustrate examples so newbies can reference your work for inspiration. You’ll need to utilize social media to do so.Take a look at blogs like Life by Whitney for monetization ideas.You can create and sell a journaling course or even pre-printed bullet journals designed completely by you.Interests & Entertainment74. MotorcyclesOwning a motorcycle can get pricey.While a standard bike can start around $10,000, this figure doesn’t factor in insurance, maintenance, gas, gear, and more-- pushing that number as high as $50,000 and over.So it stands to say that motorcycle owners are serious about their passion.Motorcycle hobbyists would love a go-to resource for new bike features, gear, accessories, and advice for maintenance and repairs.The blogger running Bike Exif covers all of this information and more which has garnered him hundreds of thousands of loyal fans.75. Essential OilsThose who use essential oils swear by their healing and health properties.Whether these purported benefits are true or not, that doesn’t stop 34% of Americans from consuming an assortment of these diffused oils.Since these oils are in such high demand and learning the properties and uses for each one takes time, blogs like Recipes with Essential Oils help shorten the learning curve.Several MLM companies also tout essential oils as their main product, notably companies like DoTerra or Young Living.If you’re an avid essential oils users and they’ve benefited your life, share your experience with others seeking alternative treatments or home remedies.76. PetsOver 57% of the world’s population owns a pet, with dogs and cats coming out on top as the most popular.People often seek advice on caring for their pets from the food they should eat down to their daily behaviors.Dog blogs like Puppy Leaks share tips for care, activity, nutrition, and bonding.You can blog about pretty much any pet you want in this niche, whether you prefer goldfish or guinea pigs.77. MoviesThe cinema is a cultural and creative outlet that transcends language barriers.There are always new films to be released and timeless classics to reflect on.Just like there are always going to be people who base their decision to see a movie on a review they’ve read.Start some thought-provoking discussions with a movie blog where you review and discuss films.Cinema Blend takes it one step further and also publishes the latest movie news and rumors.78. TV ShowsDid you see the new episode last night?Not everyone has time to catch up on TV so they seek out updates from online resources and search for ways to watch their shows online.If your friends turn to you for updates on the latest TV shows because no matter what, you manage to squeeze in time for your favorites-- a TV blog is a great way to explore your passion further.TV Fanatic not only shares reviews, but they even go as far as providing per-episode break-downs of popular shows.79. BroadwayTourists from all over the world flock to New York City to watch a multitude of Broadway productions, resulting in over $1 billion in ticket sales in just 2010!Theater and musical lovers constantly research and plan for the shows they want to see.With the Broadway niche, you can create reviews for different plays to serve as a guide for newbies and hobbyists alike.You can also post industry updates, rumors, and Broadway star news just like The Broadway Blog does.80. HoroscopesSuperstitious to some and like gospel to others, the fact of the matter is that people care what their horoscope says.Millennials especially occupy a major market for astrology and horoscopes and they’re consuming them online-- opening up the market for online apps and blogs that are seeing the interest of major investors.Your blog can post daily, weekly, or even monthly horoscopes for each astrological sign.Ganesha Speaks also includes astrology news in relation to politics, business, and more.81. OperaHave you attended opera shows regularly and can make suggestions to ensure others have the best experience?Consider starting an opera blog where you share the latest news, show reviews, and even sell Opera merchandise to earn money.This niche is hot to jump in for newbie bloggers especially since there aren’t many unbiased opera blogs out there that aren’t affiliated with an opera venue (although LA Opera is a good one to peruse for inspiration).82. ComedyLaughter is the best medicine-- it reduces stress, eases tension and anxiety, and can even help prevent heart disease according to Help Guide.Do you have a knack for making people laugh?You can reach even more people by creating a comedy blog!A comedy blog can also help promote your chops as a professional comedian.You can blog about jokes and stage presence while advertising your show dates and merchandise, much like The Chive.83. Video GamesThe video game niche is hot right now.Contrary to popular belief, video games are in high demand for both kids and adults.E-sport gaming has transcended into a $1 billion industry as people compete in competitions playing video games of various genres.Avid gamers consume material on their favorite video games ranging from magazines to online forums, so driving traffic to your blog shouldn’t be difficult.It may help to niche your focus down further to rank higher in the search engines.Go Nintendo only posts news, reviews, and tutorials for Nintendo branded game consoles and video games.84. MemesA meme is a funny photo or video often including text that Internet users share widely on social media platforms.They’re used to infuse humor in news, politics, and everyday life.Finding the funniest meme is a big job to undertake, and you can make it easier with the meme stockpile you’ve compiled within your meme blog.You can even create your own memes and sell them to users.Sebastian Tribbie made meme creation his career and he earns anywhere from $2,000+ doing so for big name brands.85. Board GamesYes people, board games are still around and they’re insanely popular with audiences of all ages.In 2017, over 5,000 new board games were introduced alone with many more released in subsequent years since.Board games are something of a social activity, brought out during parties or social gatherings to provide entertainment.With your board game blog, you can attract readers by unboxing and reviewing newly released board games.The real money comes from creating your own board game, which you can promote to your audience.Matt behind Shut Up and Sit Down takes it a step further and cross-posts video content and podcast episodes.86. Celebrity GossipSocial media has changed the way we consume news, even celebrity gossip!Forbes reports that most people hear the latest news through social media first, which resulted in a 57% increase to news sites referred from social media channels.This is great news for avid followers of celeb gossip, who can capitalize on this trend with a celebrity blog detailing breaking news and monitoring of America’s favorite celebs.More often than not, more controversy tends to lead to more traffic.Perez Hilton made his $50 million fortune from his celebrity blog, though his methods are criticized by many.87. CrimeCold cases, missing persons cases, serial killers-- people can’t help themselves from following some of the worst crimes known to man.The crime niche is pretty general so wherever your passions are, you can still build readership and blog about the things that interest you most.All Things Crime remains broad, creating posts on everything from mass murders to crime literature.Crime bloggers tend to make money by promoting their own e-books and crime novels, in addition to making affiliate income off of referrals to other books and resources.88. PoliticsAhh, politics.People both love and hate discussing and defending their political views-- but hey, that’s what democracy is for!Whether you lean towards the right or left, or even somewhere dead center, you can share your political views and opinions through a politics blog.Ordinary people entering this niche will have more of an advantage, considering most political blogs branch out from media conglomerates or political affiliates.Discussing how policies and laws will affect the everyday American increases relatability with your audience, who may be disillusioned and unable to relate to the musings of political pundits.Study blogs like Think Progress or others within your political realm to see what talking points, discussions,and news they cover.89. ReligionSpreading the faith is not only positive-- it can bring you positive income too.Religion is still a dominant part of people’s everyday lives, with the Pew Forum classifying nearly 71% of citizens identifying as Christian and 6% following non-Christian faiths.You can explore a wide range of topics with your blog as the religion niche is relatively open-ended.Rose at Water chooses to talk about family life and recipes while sprinkling in little tidbits of scripture and faith.And it works, resulting in a nice $8,000 monthly income.90. CarsThe car niche has always been popular, from detailing to simply admiring.Starting a blog around cars will require a focus on visuals, either showcasing cars or providing step-by-step guides to fix common issues.Car Advice could be reviews, testing, comparisons or even opening it up to guest contribution!91. Book ReviewsYes it’s hard to believe, but people still read books for enjoyment.CNBC reported that book sales in both print and electronic format totaled nearly $26 billion in 2018.Passionate readers can start a book review blog to rate,compare, and recommend new and classic novels.This is exactly what the bloggers at Book Smugglers do-- and they also invite blog contributions from fellow bookies.92. DIYAre you talented at making household decorations, tools, and crafts?People are always on the hunt for simple decorations and party favors they can save money on and make at home.Empower others with DIY (do-it-yourself) skills and an appreciation for crafts by starting a DIY blog.Saving money with homemade crafts can also make you money.Check out this DIY blog that brings in around $2,000 every month.93. Product ReviewsThink about that time you searched online looking for the best blender that would make killer morning smoothies.What criteria mattered to you most when deciding which one to buy?If you said customer reviews, your response matches the 90% of consumers who weighed positive online reviews and the other 86% who paid more attention to negative reviews before making purchases.Online reviews continue to be important to potential customers. Facilitate this research and assist others in making the best decisions with a product review blog.Pick your preferred product niche, whether it’s blenders, massage chairs, or photography tools like this guy.Companies always seek out genuine opinions from their customers and you can potentially earn an income with sponsored posts and product referrals.94. Marijuana/CBDThough the federal front hasn’t budged, more and more states are jumping on board with marijuana legalization.Legalization has expanded business opportunities both in marijuana and CBD products across America, with the industry estimated to reach $30 billion by 2023.The consumption of these products is still very new to most people, so an all-encompassing guide on vapes, flowers, and marijuana paraphernalia would prove very helpful.Cannabis Cheri got creative and even creates marijuana-infused recipes for responsible adults to munch on.Build relationships with glass-blowers and artists to sell products for commision and build a large network and readership.Consult your state’s laws on online advertising related to marijuana/CBD before deciding to monetize.95. Social JusticeIt takes one person to foment a movement, but the power of the people to sustain it.Social justice takes up many arms, from defending the environment, racial equality, animals, and the underrepresented.For example, this blog supports eco-friendly measures and advances the tenets of Earth Day.Rally behind a cause and spread the word with a social justice blog promoting your group’s mission.Write opinion pieces, update activists on current news stories, and advance the meaning behind your message.96. Scents & FragranceConsumers’ obsession with smelling good has resulted in a $30 billion industry valuation.If you’re somewhat of a scent snob, you can earn and educate by creating a blog in this niche.Blogs like this one also compare different perfume brands and are able to earn commissions off of product referrals.Perfume and cologne are some of the most popular gifts to give and your opinions could help others make the right choices.97. SneakersCreating a blog in this niche is not only a smart decision for passionate sneaker-heads, it’s also a potentially lucrative move.Both consumers and big name brands have shown major interest in online sneaker reselling platforms, with even the likes of Foot Locker pouring in $100 million investments.You can talk all about your favorite kicks and also get involved in the huge money-making venture of shoe flipping.Successful blogs like Kicks on Fire have made hefty profits from combining both business opportunities.Food & Drink98. BakingCookies, cakes, and cupcakes galore!If you’re a whiz at baking, share your knowledge with a baking blog.People love whipping up tasty creations to satisfy a sweet tooth or finding baked good ideas for parties and other events.Making a full-time income from your baking blog is definitely doable-- just ask Sally over at Sally’s Baking Addiction.99. Restaurant ReviewsHelp people decide where to go for dinner to celebrate a major event with a restaurant review blog.People care about a restaurant’s ratings, as evidenced by the reliance on platforms like Yelp.You can explore restaurants across a certain geographic region, while traveling, or just your local area like Shannon of Urban Chic Guides, who breaks down the best places to dine in Sydney.100. WineThere’s nothing better than a fine wine.With so many varieties and brands of wine out there, even the biggest wine aficionado could use a guide of some sort.The direction you want to take a wine blog is up to your discretion.Vinography reviews wine books, rates restaurant wine stock, and updates readers on the latest wine news.101. CookingCooking is perhaps one of the most popular Internet searches so bringing traffic to your cooking blog shouldn’t be too difficult.There are almost limitless niches within cooking, you will always have something to write about!Cooking and food blogs go hand-in-hand with appealing photography making social media platforms a vital resource for attracting new followers.People love to read about food just as much as they love to eat-- Pinch of Yum earned close to $500,000 from their blog alone in 2015.102. CoffeeBlogging about coffee is a wise choice because it’s one of the most popular beverage choices worldwide, with people consuming over 160 million bags in 2018 alone.Making the perfect cup of coffee is somewhat of an art form and there are various brewing methods, machine brands, and coffee ground types to explore.You can do something similar to Bean Ground and review different coffee machines and gadgets and create follow-along guides.Spread the love for a morning cup of joe!103. TeaYou can’t go wrong with a good cup of tea.For those already so accustomed to their favorite blend, expanding their taste horizons can be a delicate thing.A tea blog with published reviews for different brands and flavors can be the perfect resource for new and curious tea drinkers.Understanding the history and culture behind tea is also important, and Tony Gebely makes sure to talk about this in his tea blog.There’s definitely money to be made in the world of tea.Andy Hayes was able to build a 7 figure tea subscription box business.104. BeerTimes claims that beer is the most popular alcoholic drink in the world, with 40% of people surveyed by a Gallup poll preferring beer over other types of alcohol.Popping open a cold one has become a part of life for most people with many traveling to other countries in pursuit of the best-tasting brews.The blogger behind Big World, Small Girl does just that-- documenting her world travels with her blog and consuming some of the best beer everUndoubtedly, the beer community is a huge deal and a beer blog can be a helpful resource for those who love the foamy stuff.Education105. Music EducationA music education blog can help expand a music teacher’s client base significantly.This piano teacher made it his mission to teach pianists to play by ear with a paid subscription.With the help of his blog, he was able to net over 8 figures per year.Music teachers would benefit from creating both video and written tutorials and cross-posting this content to other social media platforms.106. ScienceFrom the food we eat to the medical treatments that save lives-- we definitely owe a lot to the men and women of science.If you’re passionate about a specific scientific field and geek out over the latest news, a science blog may be your best bet.Educators can also use science blogs to foster student interests and promote a love for science.It’s best to niche down further if you decide to go this route since science stems into so many areas.Check out The Culture of Chemistry blog to get an idea of what I mean.107. InsurancePeople need insurance to cover so many of life’s valuables: vehicles, homes, boats, your business, and much more.But insurance policies can be confusing to understand and people may be unsure about what they really need.Spread your specialty insurance knowledge to increase consumer education.You can also use your blog to give recommendations and price comparisons between insurance companies, similar to Insurify.com.You may find quick traction with your blog as not many insurance blogs exist that aren’t affiliated with an insurance or law firm.108. LanguageLearning a language can be difficult despite the library of resources out there.But the pursuit of language learning can be extremely beneficial and even help increase your potential salary by as much as 15%.The language blogging niche offers yet another means of support for language learners.For example, the folks at Spanish Obsessed have lessons, language guides, travel, and culture.Language bloggers may also offer paid memberships, tutoring, or digital products to make an income.109. InvestingThe path to a higher net worth is typically through investment of some kind.Investing isn’t as passive as most people seem to believe as there is a slight learning curve to overcome.Deciding where to pool your money can be stressful whether it’s in real estate or stocks.Take the lead of blogs like Bigger Pockets and educate consumers on smart investment practices, wealth building, and networking.Who knows?Your investing blog could be the next success story to net $100,000 in four short months.110. HomeschoolingThe option to homeschool children is becoming increasingly popular, with the homeschool population growing between 2-8% each year based on data collected by NHERI.The herculean task of educating children can be daunting for parents without a teaching background.Parents who successfully homeschool as well as homeschool educators can create an amazing support system with a homeschool blog.This blog shares sample lesson plans, advice, activities, and connects homeschool parents together.111. CollegeSecondary education is somewhat of an expectation in the United States.NCES estimates that around 20 million students enrolled in college for the fall semester 2019.Many students and parents often find themselves unprepared with all that college entails.Know powerful study tips, smart budgeting tricks, and how to survive a frat party?A blog like this would help support and guide others through the crazy, lackluster experience that college is!Blogs like College Cures can provide inspiration for the depth and quality of your content.Starting a blog can be profitable... but lead generation is still my #1 online business recommendationStarting a money-making blog is definitely doable.But let's face it, it can take months and even YEARS to grow your blog before you start making any money at all.With local lead generation, the results are much quicker and take far less work after the initial process.You don't need to scramble around dabbling in email lists, four social media accounts, and paid advertising to generate profitable leads.You simply rely on the free and powerful influence of good ol' Google.While affiliate income from a blog is often termed 'passive income', you still need to spend time writing and updating a constant flux of blog posts.Lead gen is truly passive income once the site is built and ranked.Some of my sites haven’t been touched for several years…yet they continuously make me money month after month.This is the best business model I've found that requires a small upfront investment for a lifetime of financial freedom.Lead Generation is my #1 Online Business Choice(IMO Less Hassle Than Starting A Blog)Yes Show Me This Biz!Which niche are you going to get rich with?I only went over 111 blogging niches but trust me, there are TONS more out there.Above all else, my suggestion is to go with your passion-- and learn to make money from it afterward.What blog niches did I miss that should be added to the list?Share them with me below in the comments!

If you want to know information regarding effective way for seo use the following link.Preferences in hiring a virtual assistant:New e-merchants are often forced to work alone when they launch their business: they process orders, answer customer questions, animate their social profiles, and wear many other hats.While there are many reasons to encourage people to embark on the path of entrepreneurship, lack of time is certainly not one of them.That's why the Virtual Assistant is the first recruit that most e-merchants hire - someone who can take on routine tasks and assist in the smooth running of processes that are essential to online sales .To have a virtual assistant is to have a second pair of hands. If you are under the stress and you face other "good problems" that come with success, it might be time for you to consider hiring your own virtual assistant to reinject a few hours of free time in your days.The virtual assistant is an assistant who works remotely and who mainly manages tasks online. The virtual assistant can work from anywhere in the world. He usually collaborates with several clients and can be hired to handle a multitude of routine tasks.The virtual assistant is often the first resource that new entrepreneurs - and especially e-merchants - hire. Often, they do not have the budget to hire a full-time employee and / or wish to have more free time by delegating repetitive tasks.Unlike freelancers or regular employees who have specialized skills and generally manage medium to large scale projects, virtual assistants mostly have general skills - in many areas, sometimes including marketing, communication, or design - that allow them to perform isolated tasks first and foremost.Although a virtual assistant is not a full-time employee, he can effectively assist you in managing your business while avoiding the financial constraints of hiring a permanent employee. In addition, fees for virtual assistantship services are professional expenses deductible from taxable income.A virtual assistant will obviously not be able to build your website or manage your content strategy on its own, but it will help you manage some aspects of the operation of your online store and can conduct research to facilitate the process content creation.In general, the virtual assistant must learn to master a well-modeled process instead of taking on major projects. While entrepreneurs are not used to giving up control over their business, they can learn to delegate, supervise, and hire new small-scale resources by starting to collaborate with virtual assistants.What could you delegate to a virtual assistant?While virtual assistants are most often hired for administrative tasks, they can also handle a multitude of other tasks ranging from commercial support to social profile management (if the instructions to be followed are clear and well defined).As long as the task is repetitive, you can probably delegate it to a virtual assistant. If you manage to divide a tedious process into well-defined steps and put it on paper, your virtual assistant will certainly be able to do it.As long as the tasks or processes are streamlined and within the reach of a reasonably intelligent and resourceful person, a virtual assistant can take care of them.Here are some examples of tasks that can be delegated to a virtual assistant:Customer Service: Respond to emails and phone calls from customers.Social Network Management: Responsible for curating content, responding to comments, and other community management tasks.Research: Make a list of bloggers and influencers you could contact, or look for examples and statistics that you could use to create new content items.Managing the operation of an online store: assisting with inventory management , order processing, or the organization of promotional offers (there are virtual assistants who are familiar with the Shopify platform in particular).Data Season: assist with bookkeeping, or enter data from different sources into a spreadsheet.Handshake: Make cold calls (as long as a script and answers to common questions are provided), and schedule meetings with prospects.Personal Races: For example, buying flowers online and planning their delivery to your Mom on Mother's Day.Considering the sample tasks above, you could already get an idea of ​​the time you could save by hiring a virtual assistant.When should you hire a virtual assistant?You usually need to master the tasks you plan to delegate to your virtual assistant. In this way, you will be able to clearly model the process, define relevant guiding rules, and evaluate the results of the work done.That said, here are some situations in particular where hiring a virtual assistant would prove to be a very useful initiative (even though the activity has just been launched):You are very familiar with a process that is frequently used in your business and think you can easily teach it to a third party.You believe that having more time will allow you to grow your business more effectively.You have enough financial resources to hire a virtual assistant in order to have more free time.One thing that annoys you is the management of customer service.You do not yet need a resource that helps you full time - only someone who can assist you for a few hours a day.You've already explored and productivity tools like IFTTT, Zapier, or Kit (Shopify's Free Conversational Agent) to streamline processes, ultimately concluding that it would be easier than a third party to take relay.Your activity is really taking off.You have a full-time job and you build your business part-time.As the owner of an online store, customer service is the first aspect of your business that you need to outsource if sales begin to intensify. Managing customer interactions is often a tedious and oppressive task, and it requires more time as sales increase.Think about the opportunities you miss by personally doing routine tasks. What value do you give to your time? If you spend an hour responding to customers, do you think you can invest your time, energy and attention into other larger initiatives if you delegate this task?By delegating routine tasks - at an affordable price - you will be able to devote paid hours to pursuing new growth opportunities or other activities that are more important to you.How much do the services of a virtual assistant cost?The costs of virtual assistantships vary, and in general, virtual assistants who reside in Europe or North America charge higher prices. Several assistants charge their services on an hourly basis, others charge by task or project, and there are also some who agree to negotiate a fixed price for a fixed number of hours.The hourly rate is usually the most interesting option, especially for routine tasks - and you can regularly check your bills to make sure the volume of work done per hour is consistent.If you are a hard-working person and are willing to hire an assistant who lives in another country, you will be able to find an excellent resource for a fee as low as € 3 to € 5 per hour - which can for example, manage your customer support. The price will also depend on the types of tasks you want to outsource. Keep in mind, however, that the price remains a reliable indicator of quality and that you must always submit the potential recruit to a hiring process.If your business is already established and you can afford to pay higher fees, you could quite possibly hire a virtual "executive assistant" who will act as your right hand in dealing with a multitude of professional and personal tasks. in your name.The platform on which you will engage your virtual assistant will also have an impact on how much time you spend managing your relationship with the virtual assistant - this is something you should consider as well.The quality of the work of virtual assistants is not the same. Just as you would with another prospective employee, you will need to assess the skills of the candidates who will apply for your job offer. That's why you must first and foremost clarify your requirements and job requirements in the description of your offer to attract the right candidates.But before you start writing your job offer, you will first have to model the process you want to outsource.Document your process before delegatingCollaborating with a virtual assistant is not just about explaining what to do by videoconference and expecting the job to be magically well done. You can minimize the impact of errors and maximize the likelihood that the work is done well by documenting the entire process first and setting clear guidelines that your assistant can follow.If the process involves a routine task, such as managing certain aspects of your online store, you should record your screen and every click you make while you are following the process, using Quick Time or any other capture application. screen.This will allow you to explain the process much more easily to the person you are going to hire and review all the details you need to share.In terms of customer service management, social profile management, and other tasks that require the virtual assistant to communicate directly with customers, partners, or vendors, you will need to review past interactions and create scripts or "response templates" for each common scenario - eg a customer who requests an update on their order or wants to be reimbursed.This is by anticipating the friction points and providing advice on the best way to proceed that you will be able to delegate effectively. Set rules to follow: "If X occurs, then Y".Also consider the platforms and tools that must be used to track the process, since it is possible to find virtual assistants who are familiar with particular services (eg Zendesk, Hootsuite, Facebook, etc.). This will save you from having to train the new recruit.