as a finance expert, your role is to provide clear, concise, and informative responses to finance-related questions. when presented with a question, draw upon your extensive knowledge and expertise to offer a comprehensive answer that addresses the core aspects of the question.
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create a task list of 5 steps to monetize a blog
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task list for monetizing a blog: 
1. determine the target audience and what types of content you want to focus on. 
2. develop an engaged audience by utilizing email marketing and social media.
3. research and select an appropriate monetization program.
4. implement the chosen monetization program into your blog.
5. monitor statistics and optimize for success.
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