Great Article on Entrepreneurial Blogging: Former Web Designer Builds Mini Blog Empire

We love hearing about small (yet profitable) media portfolios being built by individuals. This article from startup journal profiles Jay Brewer, a former Web designer and product designer who has a network of some 14 blogs covering niche topics such as single serve coffee makers (talk about the tip of the long tail!)

“Today, his stable of blogs has grown to 14 with almost 750,000 visitors each month and more than 30 direct advertisers. The heaviest trafficked blogs can generate upward of $10,000 a month in revenue, while the less trafficked ones generate between $1,000 and $2,000 before expenses, Mr. Brewer says. He now makes more than he did at his previous jobs, while having more free time to pursue side projects such as consulting.”

The network receives 750,000 visitors each month and is supported by more than 30 direct advertisers. His top properties can garner up to $10,000 a month in revenue.