A Newbie’s Guide to Affiliate Marketing: Simple Steps to Success

Feeling overwhelmed as a newbie in the affiliate marketing industry? You’re not alone. While it may seem confusing at first, affiliate marketing is easier than it looks.

Affiliate marketing can be approached in two ways:

Paid Ads

Organic Methods.

For beginners, I recommend starting with organic methods, focusing on creating content and promoting your affiliate links.

Here's a simple guide to get you started:

How to Promote Affiliate Products

Choosing Your Platform

Suppose you want to promote a car insurance product. What’s the best way to do it, and on which platform?

Select One Platform:

1. Videos: Use platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube Shorts.
2. Content Writing: Use platforms like Quora, Medium, or blogs.
3. Tip: Using both video and written content can yield great results.

Finding a Good Product

Visit Amazon /digistore and search for your niche, such as car insurance. For example, you might find an offer like "Savvy Car Insurance."

Signing Up and Getting Your Affiliate Link

1. Sign up on a CPA/affiliate network like Amazon /digistore 24 .
2. Choose the offer you like and get your affiliate link.

Creating Content

1. Start Creating Content: Post on Quora, Medium, and blogs. Do some basic on-page SEO for better ranking.
2. Answer Questions: There are many questions about "car insurance" you can answer.
3. Content Volume: Aim to write at least 50 answers or create 50 videos before considering stopping.

The 100/20 Rule

"Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful." – Albert Schweitzer

For effective content creation, follow the 100/20 rule: For every 10 questions, include your affiliate link in only 2 answers. This helps avoid account bans.

Creating a Funnel

1. Offer Value: Create an ebook titled “7 Ways to Grab a Mind-Boggling Deal on Car Insurance.”
2. Create an Ebook: Use Google to find a good article, then rewrite it using a free tool like Quillbot . Add graphics from Canva , and your free ebook is ready.
3. Build a Funnel: Use Systeme.io to create a free funnel.
4. Simple Setup: Use drag-and-drop features and pre-made templates.

Follow-Up Emails

"The early bird catches the worm."

Not everyone will sign up immediately, but don’t worry. Collect their emails and create a sequence of 3-5 follow-up emails to provide more value about car insurance deals.

Expanding Your Niche

You can do affiliate marketing in many niches, such as:

• SaaS (Software as a Service)
• Health
• Spiritual
• Dating
• Home Improvement
• Finance
• Baby Care

Final Words

"Patience is a virtue."

Creating content regularly requires patience and persistence. Challenge yourself to create three posts every day, aiming for 90-100 posts in 30 days. You'll be amazed and motivated when you start seeing money coming into your account.

Remember: Success in affiliate marketing is about consistent effort and providing value to your audience. Happy marketing!