{"id":8700,"date":"2025-08-06T21:16:28","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T18:16:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mondiad.com\/?p=8700"},"modified":"2026-05-14T13:01:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:01:27","slug":"seasonal-ad-monetization","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/seasonal-ad-monetization\/","title":{"rendered":"How Seasonality Affects Your Ad Revenue + Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever noticed your website revenue fluctuating at certain times of the year, you&#8217;re not alone. Seasonality plays a major role in the performance of ad monetization, and as a publisher, understanding these patterns can help you prepare for dips, and take full advantage of peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this post, we\u2019ll break down how seasonal trends impact your revenue and what you can do to keep your earnings optimized year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tl-dr\">TL;DR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ad revenue naturally fluctuates throughout the year due to advertiser budgets, user behavior, and seasonal shopping trends, with slower periods like Q1 and summer, and major peaks during Q4 holidays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Seasonal highs such as Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and back-to-school campaigns can significantly boost CPMs and earnings, especially when using high-performing ad formats like native, push, and interstitial ads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Publishers can reduce revenue dips by diversifying ad formats, targeting high-demand GEOs, improving user engagement, tracking advertiser trends, and continuously testing and optimizing placements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-why-does-revenue-drop-during-certain-periods\">Why Does Revenue Drop During Certain Periods?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Advertisers adjust their budgets and strategies throughout the year based on user behavior, holidays, and business cycles. These shifts directly influence the <strong data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"933\">demand for ad inventory<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"955\">CPM\/CPC rates<\/strong>, which means your earnings will naturally fluctuate.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"498\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ice-age.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3907\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.7722952986342753;width:361px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Here are a few common seasonal patterns:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1088\">Q1 Slowdown (January &#8211; March):<\/strong> After heavy Q4 spending, many advertisers cut back. Budgets are lower, and user buying intent decreases post-holiday.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1241\">Summer Lull (July &#8211; August):<\/strong> Many users are on vacation, and engagement often dips, especially in B2B and desktop-heavy verticals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1399\">Holiday Peak (Q4, especially November &#8211; December):<\/strong> Advertisers ramp up for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and holiday shopping. This is when <strong data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1517\">CPMs and competition spike<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-how-seasonal-peaks-can-boost-your-revenue\">How Seasonal Peaks Can Boost Your Revenue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not all bad news. Some periods offer <strong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1646\">incredible opportunities<\/strong> for publishers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1694\">Holiday Shopping Season:<\/strong> Brands spend big to reach shoppers. If you\u2019re monetizing with formats like <strong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1784\">native ads<\/strong>, <strong data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1808\">push notifications<\/strong>, or <strong data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1830\">interstitials<\/strong>, this is your time to shine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1902\">Back-to-School (August &#8211; September):<\/strong> Depending on your vertical, this season brings higher demand from advertisers in education, tech, retail, and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong data-start=\"2021\" data-end=\"2059\">Spring Promotions (March &#8211; April):<\/strong> As consumers \u201cwake up\u201d from winter, spending increases in travel, fashion, fitness, and outdoor-related verticals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-what-publishers-can-do-to-maximize-revenue-year-round\">What Publishers Can Do to Maximize Revenue Year-Round<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you understand the trends, here\u2019s how to <strong data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2308\">stay ahead<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-1-diversify-your-ad-formats-\">1. <strong data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2349\">Diversify Your Ad Formats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all formats perform equally across seasons. Try mixing <strong data-start=\"2409\" data-end=\"2446\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/push-monetization?src=mblog&amp;utm_source=mblog\">push<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/native-admonetization-guide?src=mblog&amp;utm_source=mblog\">native<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/popcash.net\/publishers?\/src=mblog&amp;utm_source=mblog\">pop<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/banner-ad-monetization?src=mblog&amp;utm_source=mblog\">banner<\/a> ads<\/strong> to keep your monetization flexible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2516\">native ads<\/strong> during high-conversion seasons like Q4.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add <strong data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2585\">push notifications<\/strong> to capture users even when they\u2019re off-site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a06e6b5ce1bc&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a06e6b5ce1bc\" class=\"alignleft wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1520\" height=\"520\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats.jpg\" alt=\"Mondiad ad formats\" class=\"wp-image-8265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats.jpg 1520w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats-300x103.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats-1024x350.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats-768x263.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats-150x51.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats-450x154.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ad-formats-1200x411.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1520px) 100vw, 1520px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mondiad ad formats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-2-target-high-demand-geos-\">2. <strong data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2668\">Target High-Demand Geos<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some countries have different seasonality. While Q4 might be a high season in the US, other regions may peak at different times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a06e6b5ce3ae&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a06e6b5ce3ae\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"351\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-1024x351.jpg\" alt=\"Traffic Tiers in Affiliate Marketing\" class=\"wp-image-10760\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-1024x351.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-300x103.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-768x263.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-1536x526.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-2048x701.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-150x51.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-450x154.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-1200x411.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Traffic Tiers in Affiliate Marketing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Talk to your Mondiad account manager<\/strong> about optimizing GEO targeting during dips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-3-optimize-user-engagement-\">3. <strong data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2904\">Optimize User Engagement<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During low-demand months, focus on improving user experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reduce bounce rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase time on site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve page load speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This helps improve <strong data-start=\"3054\" data-end=\"3077\">fill rates and CPMs<\/strong> from premium advertisers even when demand is lower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-4-stay-updated-on-advertiser-trends-\">4. <strong data-start=\"3140\" data-end=\"3177\">Stay Updated on Advertiser Trends<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your ad network may <span style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\">release<\/span>\u00a0seasonal <a href=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/tag\/seasonal-advertising\/\"><strong data-start=\"3206\" data-end=\"3238\">campaigns or promos<\/strong><\/a> (e.g., Halloween, Black Friday, Valentine\u2019s Day).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a06e6b5ce5df&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a06e6b5ce5df\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/seasonal-advertising-1024x350.png\" alt=\"seasonal advertising in affiliate marketing\" class=\"wp-image-9650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/seasonal-advertising-1024x350.png 1024w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/seasonal-advertising-300x103.png 300w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/seasonal-advertising-768x263.png 768w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/seasonal-advertising-150x51.png 150w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/seasonal-advertising-450x154.png 450w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/seasonal-advertising.png 1140w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Seasonal advertising in affiliate marketing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Participate actively, you\u2019ll often receive higher CPMs for premium campaigns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-5-test-analyze-repeat-\">5. <strong data-start=\"3376\" data-end=\"3401\">Test, Analyze, Repeat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use reporting tools to track performance across different seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"498\" height=\"449\" src=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/kimkardashian-mhmm.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8576\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.1091456022987474;width:187px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Identify:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Best-performing months and formats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GEOs with rising eCPMs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Underperforming placements to optimize or remove<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Seasonal trends are inevitable, but they don\u2019t have to hurt your bottom line. By understanding what\u2019s behind the revenue changes and making strategic adjustments, you can ride the highs and minimize the lows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Mondiad, we\u2019re here to support you every season. If you\u2019re unsure how to navigate seasonal changes, reach out to our team or check your publisher dashboard for optimization tips and insights.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a06e6b5ce863&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a06e6b5ce863\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"351\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mondiad-banner-1024x351.jpg\" alt=\"Mondiad banner\" class=\"wp-image-11356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mondiad-banner-1024x351.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mondiad-banner-300x103.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mondiad-banner-768x263.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mondiad-banner-150x51.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mondiad-banner-450x154.jpg 450w, https:\/\/mondiad.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Mondiad-banner.jpg 1045w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\taria-label=\"Enlarge\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.imageButtonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.imageButtonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Need help maximizing your revenue this season? Chat with our monetization experts today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:20px;border-top-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-left-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-vivid-green-cyan-background-color has-background has-large-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/members.mondiad.com\/registration?role=advertiser&amp;utm_source=mblog\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:20px;border-top-right-radius:20px;border-bottom-left-radius:20px;border-bottom-right-radius:20px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Join Mondiad Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever noticed your website revenue fluctuating at certain times of the year, you&#8217;re not alone. 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