Even though blogging basically means publishing articles on a website and running ads to make money, running a blog isn't just about making money from ads, it can also become an online business. Blogging is lucrative for those who are skilled writers, SEO experts, and digital marketers. Nonetheless, beyond monetizing the blog through ads, you can build a business through your blog. You can build a digital download store and sell downloadable products, you can integrate print-on-demand or dropshipping functionality in the blog and turn your blog into a sales platform.