How do blog writers make money?

There are several ways that bloggers make money. If you work for an established company, your employer pays you per article or per hour. If you write for your own website, you can make money by selling ad space or by using a service like Patreon. Patreon is a site through which your readers can donate money to your writing. Especially if you run a niche blog with a small but loyal following, this can often be more profitable than generically populated ad space, as the price per click is usually low. Once you have gained a following, your ads can garner you more income, and you can establish sponsorships with companies directly. Some blog writers also make money through affiliate programs, in which they advertise a product on their blog, and if readers buy it through the special link, the writer will receive a percentage of the sale.