Hello again.  Join us as we embark on another step in our exciting journey to build wealth and create a fulfilling lifestyle through the power of affiliate marketing.

Starting an affiliate marketing business online requires specific steps to ensure you’re set up for success. Here are the top 10 things needed to begin:

Niche Selection:

Choose a specific niche that you’re passionate about and that has a demand in the market. It should be a balance between your interests and profitable opportunities. The health and wellness industry offers a variety of products many with recurring revenue as your customers will continue to reorder each month.

We have selected 8 products to promote, visit DIGITALFIVEL.CO to learn more. 

These are all from Clickbank and are high converting products currently in demand.

Affiliate Programs and Networks:

Research and join reputable affiliate programs and networks that offer products or services related to your niche. Popular networks include ClickBank, JVZoo & Warrior Plus. Look for products with recurring revenue whenever possible.

Website or Blog:

Create a professional website or blog where you can publish content related to your niche. Ensure it’s user-friendly, mobile-responsive, and optimized for search engines (SEO). 

Visit our site at DIGITAL FIVEL.COM to learn how we have decided to build our online presence.

We are using WORDPRESS and after getting past the learning curve it has proven to be a very robust solution.

Content Strategy:

Develop a content strategy that includes writing high-quality, engaging, and informative articles, reviews, and guides that attract and retain your target audience. Content is key in driving traffic and conversions.

GOOD NEWS HERE – When selecting a product to promote from Clickbank, etc. find items that include all of the content you need to promote their product.  You won’t need to create anything else, just tweak what they provide.  They know their product better than we do and can provide really good materials to help you succeed.

Email Marketing:

Build an email list to engage with your audience directly. Use lead magnets (like free eBooks or checklists) to encourage visitors to subscribe to your newsletter. There are several places to purchase solo ads, we recommend Udimi. 

We are also using MyLeadGenSecret as a source.  Their program provides 100 new leads EVERY DAY for only $30.00 per month. 

We are currently using autoresponders GVO & Aweber  to automate the emailing process.  With these services we are sending about 16,000 emails per day in less than 15 minutes.  We did spend a few hours setting up the email sequence but once it is done the emails are sent automatically at the pace you determine. 

Social Media Presence:

Establish a presence on relevant social media platforms to promote your content and engage with your audience. Share valuable content and interact with your followers regularly.  Each time we post a new blog we will also post to X, Tumblr & Facebook.  Our website is built using WORDPRESS and they offer some great tools to automate much of the process.

SEO and Keyword Research:

Implement SEO best practices to improve your website’s visibility on search engines. Conduct keyword research to identify and target the right keywords in your content.

Analytics and Tracking:

Set up analytics tools like Google Analytics to monitor your website traffic, user behavior, and conversion rates. Use tracking tools provided by affiliate programs to track your sales and commissions.

Monetization Strategy:

Decide on your monetization strategy. Besides affiliate links, you can explore other revenue streams like display ads, sponsored posts, or selling your own digital products. Master Affiliates Profit offers some great training on how to develop and market your own digital products. You can learn more about their program here:

Compliance and Legal Considerations:

Ensure you comply with all legal requirements, such as disclosing your affiliate relationships as per FTC guidelines. Include privacy policies and terms of service on your website.

By focusing on these key areas, you can build a solid foundation for your affiliate marketing business and increase your chances of success.

Overwhelmed?  We can help.  Email us at mleist@digitalfivel.com and we can schedule a time to speak about your dreams and aspirations and how we can help you get through the muck.  There is no charge for the call, we are here to help you on your journey. 

Visit the CONSULTING TAB on our website to learn more about the services we offer.

Until next time

Matt

Learn more at www.digitalfivel.com

Questions? Email me at mleist@digitalfivel.com

Enjoy your journey & stay curious

May your dreams always be greater than your memories