Affiliate Marketing
Earn commissions by promoting other companies' products through your content.
Overview
Affiliate marketing involves promoting products or services and earning a commission for each sale made through your referral link. It is one of the most popular ways to generate passive income online, with some affiliates earning six-figure incomes.
How to Get Started
- 1Choose a niche you are knowledgeable and passionate about
- 2Start a blog, YouTube channel, or social media presence in that niche
- 3Join affiliate programs like Amazon Associates, ShareASale, or CJ Affiliate
- 4Create valuable content that naturally incorporates affiliate recommendations
- 5Build an email list for direct promotion
Pros
- True passive income potential
- No product creation needed
- Scalable
- Work on your own schedule
Cons
- Takes time to build traffic
- Income depends on traffic volume
- Program terms can change
Recommended Tools & Platforms
Pro Tip
Focus on creating genuinely helpful comparison and review content. High-ticket affiliate programs (software, courses) pay $50-500+ per sale compared to $1-10 for Amazon products.
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