A Day in the Life of an Affiliate Marketer

Affiliate Marketing February 4th, 2008 Say Something (0)

Being in the affiliate marketing business is not that hard now with the internet at your disposable. It is much easier now compared to the days when people have to make use of the telephones and other mediums of information just to get the latest updates on the way their program is coming along.

So with technology at hand, and assuming that the affiliate is working from home, a day in his or her life would sound something like this…

Wake up and after having breakfast ( if you eat it), the computer is already turned on to check out new developments or trends in the network. As far as the marketer is concerned there might be new things to update and statistics to keep track on.

The site design has to be revised. The marketer knows that a well-designed site can increase sign ups from visitors. It can also help in the affiliate’s conversion rates. Plus it is just fun to do, I waste too  much time messing with my theme.

That done, it is time to submit the affiliate program to directories that lists affiliate programs. These directories are means to attract people in joining your affiliate program. A sure way of promoting the affiliate program. Whether its, CPL, CPC, CPS ect…

Time to track down the sales you are getting from your affiliates fairly and accurately. There are lots of resources to sort out. Ads, banners, button ads and sample recommendations to give out because the marketer knows that this is one way of ensuring more sales. Best to stay visible and accessible too.

The affiliate marketer remembered that there are questions to answer from the visitors. This has to be done quickly. Nothing can turn off a customer than an unanswered email. No doubt. To prove that the affiliate is working effectively and efficiently, inquiries would have to be paid more attention on. Nobody wants to be ignored and customers are not always the most patient of all people. Quick answer that should appear professional yet friendly too.

In the process of doing all the necessities, the marketer is logged on to a chat room where he or she interacts with other affiliates and those under that same program. This is where they can discuss things on how to best promote their products.

There are things to be learned and it is a continuous process. Sharing tips and advices is a good way of showing support. There may be others out there wanting to join and may be enticed by the discussion that is going on. There is no harm in assuming what opportunities ahead.

The newsletters and ezines were updated days ago, so it is time for the affiliate marketer to see if there are some new things happening in the market. This will be written about in the marketer’s publication to be distributed to the old and new customers.

These same publications are also an important tool in keeping up to date with the newly introduced products. The marketer has put up a sale and promotion that customers may want to know about. Besides, they have to keep up with the deadline of these sales written in the publications.

It is that time to show some appreciation to those who have helped the marketer in the promotions and sale increase. Nothing like mentioning the persons, their sites and the process they have done that made everything worked. Of course, this will be published in the newsletters. Among the more important information that have been written already.

The marketer still has time to write out recommendations to those who want credible sources for the products being promoted. There is also time to post some comments on how to be a successful affiliate marketer on a site where there are lots of wannabees.

Two objectives done at the same time. The marketer gets to promote the product as well as the program they are in. Who knows, someone may be inclined to join.

Time flies. Missed lunch but is quite contented with the tasks done. Bed time….

Ok, so this may not be all done in a day. But then, this gives you an idea of how an affiliate marketer, a dedicated one that is, spends the marketing day.

Is that success looming in the distance or what?

Wordpress Crack Down

Internet Business February 2nd, 2008 Say Something (0)

I have been getting a few emails from the many newsletter lists I am subscribed to regarding affiliate marketing blogs. For anyone out there that is using Wordpress soley for selling products that you are affiliated with then read this to make sure you are abiding by their rules. The internet is freakin’ changing almost everyday.

http://www.wordpress.com/tos

Types of unacceptable blogs:
http://www.wordpress.com/types-of-blogs

I mean if you do have this kind of site and are giving true reviews for products and such, simply email wordpress and let them know that you are creating a honest affiliate review type site. Then obviously ask what you can do to make sure you are within their terms. Or you can just use Blogger.com, but whatever stick with wordpress!

Reflection - Sterling Valentine Pep Talk

Personal February 1st, 2008 Say Something (0)

A couple weeks ago I had posted about heading out to Las Vegas for Ross Goldberg’s seminar. There I met one of my “celebrities” Sterling Valentine. Just head to the post, a few back, to read how we met. I want to talk about the reflection we shared while in that hotel room. We both just went through a tough time in our life that brought us to a great realization.

Life is short.

I certainly am a big believer in working in a niche that you are truly passionate about and being able to do what you love outside of that. You want to be able to be on your death bed and say to yourself that you accomplished and did everything you ever wanted in life. Doing internet marketing and making money online will never be satisfying if you are not truly happy in your heart and life. The talk I had with Sterling Valentine was nothing short of being invaluable. I gave him feedback on things and he gave me a path that I can use in my business to get me focused and on track. There is nothing like having someone to hold you accountable and make you focus in fear of letting them down.

He is now on his path to happiness with his music and I am on mine towards graffiti art. Check out my youtube site to see him in action at the end of the seminar. It was like an hour before we had to leave to catch our plane.