The Affiliate Guy with Matt McWilliams: Marketing Tips, Affiliate Management, & More

The right graphics can increase your affiliate program's sales 14-18% this holiday season! The question, of course, is how do you create graphics that convert? Well, you're in luck because that's what today's episode is all about. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ultimate Guide to Holiday Affiliate Promotions: mattmcwilliams.com/ultimate-guide-holiday-affiliate-marketing-promotions Affiliate Promo Plan Template: mattmcwilliams.com/affplan VIDEO - How to Give Your Affiliates Banners & Graphics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZuTQoMn2wA TEXT ME: 260-217-4619

Are you ready to make this holiday season the BEST ever for your affiliate program? Then you're in the right place because this episode will show you exactly what you need to do over the next six weeks to make that happen! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ultimate Guide to Holiday Affiliate Promotions: mattmcwilliams.com/ultimate-guide-holiday-affiliate-marketing-promotions Review Post Guide: mattmcwilliams.com/reviewpost Affiliate Promo Plan Template: mattmcwilliams.com/affplan How to Warm Up Your Audience Before a Promo: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatewarmup How to Activate Inactive Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/how-to-activate-inactive-affiliates/ Affiliate Activation Email Templates: mattmcwilliams.com/activate

It's that time of year again…it's officially time to start thinking about the Holiday Season. Is your affiliate program ready? If not, today's episode is especially for you. And even if you THINK your program is ready, odds are, you've probably missed out on something, so listen up. This episode will show you exactly what you need to do RIGHT NOW to get your affiliate program firing on all cylinders in time for the busy holiday season. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ultimate Guide to Holiday Affiliate Promotions: mattmcwilliams.com/ultimate-guide-holiday-affiliate-marketing-promotions Affiliate Promo Plan Template: mattmcwilliams.com/affplan How to Warm Up Your Audience Before a Promo: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatewarmup How to Activate Inactive Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/how-to-activate-inactive-affiliates/ Affiliate Activation Email Templates: mattmcwilliams.com/activate

Black Friday and Cyber Monday Monday are only 4 weeks away…and the time to prepare for them is NOW! If you're going to take advantage of these two huge days, max out your sales, and get your holiday season promos off to a great start, this is a must-listen episode. Today, whether you're running your own affiliate program or your an affiliate, I'll reveal the 10 strategies you MUST use to maximize your Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ultimate Guide to Holiday Affiliate Promotions: mattmcwilliams.com/ultimate-guide-holiday-affiliate-marketing-promotions How to Warm Up Your Audience Before a Promo: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatewarmup How to Write Swipe Copy for Your Affiliates: https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/?s=How+to+write+swipe+copy+for+your+Affiliates How to Write a Review Post that Ranks and Converts: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatereview How to Create Affiliate Bonuses: mattmcwilliams.com/affbonuses

Affiliate managers, are you getting the most out of your relationships with affiliates? Affiliates, are you taking advantage of your relationships with affiliate managers? Odds are you aren't and it's costing you a lot of money. That's why I invited a special guest to come and share how she leverages affiliate manager relationships to help make her and the programs she promotes a lot more money. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Jessica's Affiliate Marketing for Influencers: mattmcwilliams.com/jessica What Affiliates Need to be Successful: mattmcwilliams.com/what-affiliates-really-need-to-be-successful/ How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth Find Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100

I'm wondering if you think I broke the very first rule of affiliate marketing? After you listen to this episode, let me know. We promoted something that was so different from our normal offers that I was genuinely afraid it would backfire. What ended up happening? Well, that's what this episode is all about. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE What to Promote Checklist: mattmcwilliams.com/whattopromote PDF Download of Matt's Emails: https://insider.mattmcwilliams.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/October-2020-Backstage-Pass-AIM-Emails.pdf ConvertKit: mattmcwilliams.com/convertkit Learn How to Get Your Affiliates to Promote More: mattmcwilliams.com/tag561

How do you actually measure affiliate program success? More importantly, what metrics do you track that actually help lead to success? In this episode, I share the key metrics you must monitor in order to ensure your affiliate program gets on the track…and stays there! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The 10 Commandments of Great Affiliate Managers: LINK TO POST How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth Find Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100

Sometimes your affiliates don't have months or even weeks to plan your affiliate promotion. How, then, do you still get them to go all out and max out their sales? Today's episode shows you exactly how to get your affiliates to promote on a short timeframe. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE ConvertKit: mattmcwilliams.com/convertkit How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth Find Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100

What can YOU do to motivate your affiliates to sell more? Are there certain strategies and tactics you can use to actually move the needle and get your affiliates to perform at a higher level? The short answer is YES and in today's episode, I'll reveal the seven proven strategies that I've used time and time again to motivate affiliates to make more sales. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affiliate Email Template: mattmcwilliams.com/aetemplate Affiliate Training Package: http://mattmcwilliams.com/sampletraining How to Use Affiliate Leaderboards to Skyrocket Your Sales: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliate-leaderboards-best-practices/ How to Ask Affiliates ro Promote More: mattmcwilliams.com/ask-others-promote-launch/

In 2005, I took my first affiliate program from $120,000 a month to $260,000…in less than 90 days. In 2009, when I won my first Affiliate Manager of the Year award, I took Legacy Learning Systems' affiliate program from $150,000 a month to $310,000…in 90 days. In 2012, I helped Tiny Prints grow their affiliate program from $2.6 million a month to more than $6 million…in, you guessed it…90 days. And I've done the same thing over and over again for our clients. How did I do it? Well, I share exactly how in today's podcast episode. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE How to Turn Inactive Affiliates Into Your Best Partners: https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/how-to-turn-inactive-affiliates-into-your-best-partners/ FREE REPORT - Your First 100 Affiliates: https://mattmcwilliams.com/first100

If I had to go back in time knowing everything I know now after nearly 20 years of running affiliate programs, how would I start a brand new affiliate program today? In this episode, I'll share exactly what I'd do every single day for 30 days. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE VIDEO: What is the Right Commission to Pay Affiliates?: mattmcwilliams.com/right-commission-pay-affiliates/ Our Recommended Affiliate Tracking Platforms: mattmcwilliams.com/toolbox How to Start an Affiliate Program for Free: mattmcwilliams.com/how-to-start-an-affiliate-program-for-free-2/ Free Report - Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100 Find Affiliates Now: FindAffiliatesNow.com Our #1 Affiliate Recruiting Email Template: mattmcwilliams.com/bestemail Affiliate Program Email Template: Podcast Episode - How to Negotiate Affiliate Deals That Benefit Everyone: What Affiliates Need to be Successful: mattmcwilliams.com/what-affiliates-really-need-to-be-successful Gmass Mail Merge Tool: mattmcwilliams.com/gmass [FREE TRAINING] How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth

Laura Wardlaw doesn't have a huge list or large social media following. In fact, of all the affiliates in a recent promotion, she had one of the smallest audiences. And she still finished in the top 20…in only her second affiliate promotion ever. How'd she do it? Well, that's what today's episode is all about. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Challenge Moms: challengemom.com/optin Quickstart Guide to Affiliate Marketing: mattmcwilliams.com/quickstart FREE TRAINING - How I Currently Make $3,874 a Week Without Creating a Single Product And How You Can Ethically Steal My Exact Playbook to Do The Same Thing: mattmcwilliams.com/masterclass

You've done the hard work of finding affiliates and getting them signed up. Now, are you ready to ignite their passion and make them eager to promote? In this episode, I delve into the art of getting affiliates genuinely excited to spread the word about your products or services. Let's dive in and learn how to get affiliates excited to promote like never before! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affiliate Contests Videos: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatecontestbonusvideos Find Affiliates Now: FindAffiliatesNow.com Affiliate Promo Plan: mattmcwilliams.com/affplan How to Co-Create Promo Plans with Your Affiliates: youtube.com/watch?v=ISC0FP8MyNQ Contest Prize Database: mattmcwilliams.com/purchase-affiliate-prize-database How to Close More Sales on the Final Day of a Launch: mattmcwilliams.com/how-close-sales-final-day-launch What Affiliates Need to be Successful: mattmcwilliams.com/what-affiliates-really-need-to-be-successful/

Is it possible to launch not only a product but an entire business and even a lifestyle? The short answer is YES and today's guest is the world's leading expert on launches. What's working in launches today? What's changing? What does everyone need to know about launching? This is one of the most exciting podcasts I've ever done so let's jump right in. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Jeff Walker's Launch Masterclass: mattmcwilliams.com/launchmasterclass Product Launch Formula Course Review: mattmcwilliams.com/plfreview

Trust is the backbone of successful affiliate programs. It's the key factor in whether an affiliate promotes you the first time…and if they keep promoting you long-term. Today we explore the strategies and techniques that will solidify your position as a trustworthy affiliate manager. Get ready to unlock the secrets to building trust and credibility with your affiliates. Let's dive right in! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affiliate Email Template: mattmcwilliams.com/aetemplate

Are you ready to learn how to turn failure into a powerful stepping stone towards success? I recently had the privilege of joining renowned podcaster and entrepreneur, Omar Zenhom, to discuss his remarkable journey, how he transformed setbacks into opportunities and built one of the top podcasts and personal brands on the internet. This episode isn't just your average success story – it's a masterclass in resilience, innovation, and the art of embracing failure as a catalyst for massive success. Get ready to learn from the best and discover the extraordinary power of failing your way to success with the remarkable Omar Zenhom. Let's dive in! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Connect with Omar: omarzenhom.com $100 MBA Show: 100mba.net/show Course Ninja: omarz.webinarninja.com/app/courses/5532/registration

Are you tired of making the same affiliate marketing mistakes over and over again? In today's episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of affiliate marketing blunders and how to avoid them like a pro. This episode is not all doom and gloom though. Because I'm not just here to point out the problems – I'm also going to share my best tips and strategies to steer clear of these pitfalls and set yourself up for affiliate marketing success. Let's jump in and discover how to sidestep the most common affiliate marketing mistakes! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ultimate Guide to Holiday Affiliate Promotions: mattmcwilliams.com/ultimate-guide-holiday-affiliate-marketing-promotions Avatar Creation Guide: mattmcwilliams.com/avatar Affiliate Promo Plan: mattmcwilliams.com/promoplan Review Post Guide: mattmcwilliams.com/reviewpost Pretty Link: mattmcwilliams.com/prettylink List Launch Challenge: ListLaunchChallenge.com

Are you struggling to attract affiliates to your program? Looking for the secret sauce to make your affiliate program irresistible? You're in luck! In today's episode, we dive into the art of attracting affiliates with the right commission structure. I share the strategies and techniques that will make your program stand out from the crowd and have affiliates flocking to join you. I'll even share some creative ways to incentivize top affiliates without breaking the bank. Let's dive in! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affiliate Program Email Template: https://mattmcwilliams.com/aetemplate Podcast Episode - How to Negotiate Affiliate Deals That Benefit Everyone: https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/how-to-negotiate-affiliate-deals-that-benefit-everyone/ What Affiliates Need to be Successful: mattmcwilliams.com/what-affiliates-really-need-to-be-successful

Breaking news…the FTC has released new guidelines that have a huge effect on affiliate marketers and affiliate programs. Are they good? Are they bad? What are the details? This episode has you covered. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 2023 FTC Endorsement Guidelines: https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/ftcs-endorsement-guides-what-people-are-asking

Too many people make affiliate marketing out to be too complicated. They say it's part science that requires decades of learning and experience and part "dark art" that requires the touch of a wizard to master. But neither of these are true. In fact, affiliate marketing is easier than you think. Today, I'll share why…and how to tap into the proven path to success in affiliate marketing. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Free Masterclass: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatemasterclass Affiliate Promo Plan Template: mattmcwilliams.com/promoplan

Affiliates want the highest commissions possible. Affiliate programs want to make as much profit as possible, which means paying the least amount they can. So, how do both parties win? Today, I'll share how to negotiate affiliate deals that benefit everyone. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE VIDEO: What is the Right Commission to Pay Affiliates? https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/right-commission-pay-affiliates/

Are you ready to take your personal brand to the next level? I have a very special guest today to take a deep dive into the secrets of building a personal brand that will make you a sought-after, recognized authority and even a celebrity in your niche. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Book Your Free Brand Call: https://freebrandcall.com/tag

This might be the most important podcast episode I've ever recorded. If you want to run a successful affiliate program, whether you're the owner of the company or an affiliate manager, this episode is a must-listen. Without this one trait, you cannot be successful. Today, I reveal the #1 trait of great affiliate managers. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE #1 Affiliate Recruiting Email: mattmcwilliams.com/bestemail The Affiliate Code: mattmcwilliams.com/code Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100 How to Build Strong Relationships with Your Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/how-to-build-strong-relationships-with-your-affiliates/

So you've started an affiliate program and it's not going as you hoped. What now? First, identify WHY it's failing…then fix the problems. Today, I'll share some of the most common reasons we've seen affiliate programs fail…and what to do about it! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth Find Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100 Affiliate Email Template: https://mattmcwilliams.com/aetemplate Get Our Sample Affiliate Training: https://mattmcwilliams.com/sampletraining

What if you could steal affiliates from your competition? That would be pretty freaking awesome right? Not only is this one of the easiest ways to start and grow an affiliate program, but it has the added benefit of growing your marketshare while decreasing your competitors'. In this episode I'll show you exactly how to steal your competitors' affiliates. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth Find Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100

Challenges are so hot right now. And for good reason. They are easy to promote, offer huge value to your audience, and convert like crazy. Today, we're taking a deep dive into why challenges work and share the proven strategies to maximize your affiliate commissions when promoting them. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE List Launch Challenge: listlaunchchallenge.com Want to Promote List Launch Challenge? Email us at [email protected] Upcoming Affiliate Promos: mattmcwilliams.com/whatsup

Your first affiliate promotion. It's usually a time of confusion, experimentation, and more often than not, failure. But what if your very first affiliate promotion could actually be a huge success and open the door to even more success in the future? That's what happened to today's guest and we're sharing exactly how she succeeded in her first affiliate promotion ever. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Your Affiliate Launch Coach: youraffiliatelaunchcoach.com Keira's Site: relationshipcubed.com Connect with Keira on Facebook: facebook.com/relationshipcubed

Promoting evergreen affiliate offers can be a challenge because there is no urgency. When a product is available 24/7, 365 it can sometimes be hard for affiliates to put together a solid promotion plan and really get people excited. Today, I shared exactly how we did than in one of our evergreen promotions and how you can build excitement, buzz, and even urgency in your evergreen promotions. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affiliate Bonuses: mattmcwilliams.com/affbonuses PodHacker: mattmcwilliams.com/podhacker What's Working on Social Media Right Now with Jeff Bullas: mattmcwilliams.com/whats-working-on-social-media-right-now-with-jeff-bullas/ SwitchPod: switchpod.co

One of the most important jobs of an affiliate manager is to build strong relationships with their affiliates. But how do you do it? That's the question we'll be exploring in today's episode. I'll be sharing my top tips and strategies for building long-lasting relationships with your affiliates that will help you scale your affiliate program for the long-term. So whether you're a seasoned affiliate manager or just starting out, listen up because this episode is powerful! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Sample Affiliate Training: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatetraining

Social media is all the rage…and has been for a while now. Whether it's Tik Tok, Instagram, Facebook, or whatever new platform pops up next month, everyone is talking about how to optimize social media and make money from it. But, the statistics don't lie…email still outperforms social media nearly 50 to 1 in terms of sales. So, what are the secrets to better email marketing? Today's guest tells all. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Get Igor's Book: igorsbook.com List Launch Challenge: listlaunchchallenge.com

I wish I could lie to you and tell you that running a successful affiliate program is easy. But it's not. In fact, there are a lot of challenges that get in the way of doing so. Today, I share the 15 biggest affiliate program challenges and why they often hold people back. But don't worry, this episode isn't all doom and gloom…I also share how to solve these challenges! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE VIDEO - How to Decide the Right Affiliate Commission Structure: mattmcwilliams.com/right-commission-pay-affiliates/ Your First 100 Affiliates Report: mattmcwilliams.com/first100 Affiliate Activation Email Templates: mattmcwilliams.com/activate How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth Sample Affiliate Training: mattmcwilliams.com/sampletraining

I know the experience all too well…you work so hard to find a potential affiliate, nurture the relationship, get them to commit to promoting, and then…NOTHING! They don't promote, they send no traffic, and they make no sales. What do you do? How do you activate those inactive affiliates and turn them into superstar promoters? This episode will show you how! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affiliate Activation Email Templates: mattmcwilliams.com/activate How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth

What the heck does an affiliate manager do all day? I get asked that a lot. And for good reason…it's a bit of a mystery to most people. So today, I'll take you behind the scenes on what a typical day in the life of an affiliate manager really looks like. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE How I Built a $1 Million a Month Affiliate Program In Only Two Years Without Any Connections or Credentials: mattmcwilliams.com/millionamonth Check Out Our Careers Page: mattmcwilliams.com/careers Find Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100

You may know of Entrepreneurs on Fire as the home of John Lee Dumas and his interviews with top entrepreneurs sharing the stories of their success. But did you know that there is so much more that you might not see, including some massive affiliate promotions? In this episode, I have a very special guest who is taking us behind the scenes to explore the lessons learned from EOFire's biggest affiliate launch to date, which generated over $250,000 in revenue. From planning and preparation to execution and follow-up, we'll dive into the strategies and tactics that made this promotion such a massive success. Whether you're a seasoned affiliate marketer or just getting started, you're sure to pick up some valuable insights and takeaways from EOFire's experience. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Your Affiliate Launch Coach: youraffiliatelaunchcoach.com Affiliate Marketing Quickstart Guide: mattmcwilliams.com/quickstart Recommended Affiliate Programs & Upcoming Launchs: mattmcwilliams.com/whatsup

Well, we did it! Earlier this year, we officially launched a bestselling book. It wasn't easy, but we not only beat our original sales goals, but we made a huge splash in the industry. We're now nationwide in stores and the book continues to sell like crazy more than two months later. So…how did we do it? Today, I share my top 10 lessons from launching a bestseller. Some are painful, some nearly cost us big time, but I'm sharing them all with you today! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Get Turn Your Passions Into Profits & $500+ in Bonuses: passionsintoprofitsbook.com Check Barnes & Noble for Availability: passionsintoprofitsbook.com/barnes

Holly Homer has an amazing affiliate story. She promoted an affiliate offer for the second time and her results were absolutely incredible! In her first promotion, she made ZERO sales! In the next one, promoting the exact same product, she made 22 sales…and more than $3500 in commissions! How'd she do it? This episode will share all her secrets! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Holly Homer's Site: hollyhomer.com 7 Ways to Warm Up Your List Before an Affiliate Promotion: mattmcwilliams.com/7-ways-warm-list-affiliate-promotion

You've got questions. I've got answers. Today, I'm answering a backlog of affiliate marketing questions from affiliate recruiting to how to write an email to your affiliates. Plus, thoughts on social media, affiliate networks, and how to work with virtual assistants…and a whole lot more! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ask Me Anything: asktheaffiliateguy.com Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100 Get My Best Affiliate Recruiting Email: mattmcwilliams.com/bestemail Find Affiliates Now: FindAffiliatesNow.com Affiliate Program Email Template: mattmcwilliams.com/aetemplate ShareASale Affiliate Network: mattmcwilliams.com/shareasale

Promoting membership programs is a great way to get started in affiliate marketing...and a great way to boost your long-term earnings. Imagine every single month getting hundreds, thousands, or even tens of thousands of dollars deposited into your account automatically. That is the power of recurring affiliate revenue. In this episode, I'm going to share some of the benefits of promoting membership programs, some strategies for making more sales when you promote, and some of the top membership programs for affiliates. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Ultimate Guide to Resources Pages How To Write A Review Post That Ranks & Converts Notable Press Pretty Link ConvertKit Trial How to Warm Up Your List Before a Promotion List Launch Challenge No Product No Problem Transcript with List of Affiliate Programs

Finding and recruiting affiliates is not complicated. But there are five things you can do (or not do) to really make it difficult…and even destroy your efforts. Today, I'll share what the most common killer mistakes are and how to avoid them. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Get My #1 Affiliate Recruiting Email: mattmcwilliams.com/bestemail Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100 Find Affiliates Now: FindAffiliatesNow.com

Want to see behind-the-scenes on one of our big affiliate promotions? That's what this episode is all about! I'm opening the vault to share everything we did to promote Jeff Walker's Product Launch Formula a few years ago. My team and I share how we used live videos, created killer bonuses, segmented our list, and so much more! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE ConvertKit Free Trial: mattmcwilliams.com/convertkit Affiliate Promo Plan: mattmcwilliams.com/promoplan Your Affiliate Launch Coach: youraffiliatelaunchcoach.com Turn Your Passions into Profits Book PLUS Exclusive Bonuses: passionsintoprofitsbook.com

Virtual summits make for great affiliate promotions. They are easy to promote, free for your audience to attend, provide a great service to your audience, and offer some awesome backend commissions. Today, I share exactly how to best promote a virtual summit even if you aren't a speaker. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Virtual Summit Swipe File: mattmcwilliams.com/virtualswipe Scalegest Affiliate Program: https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/affiliate-opportunity-scalefest/ Affiliate Swipe Files: affiliateswipefiles.com Your Affiliate Launch Coach: youraffiliatelaunchcoach.com

The single best way to improve your affiliate program is…to improve your conversions! Better conversions means more sales. It means happier affiliates. It means getting more affiliates to sign up in the first place. And it means major growth. Today, we're going to fix your funnel! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Pimp Your Funnel: PimpYourFunnel.com Your First 100 Affiliates: mattmcwilliams.com/first100

It's great to make an affiliate sale. We all start with ONE sale and grow from there. But what's even better is repeat sales and long-term buyers and commissions. Today, I'm joined by a very special guest to share how he leads his followers, creates trust, and lowers returns, which all lead to repeat buyers and long-term commissions. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turn Your Passions into Profits Book PLUS Exclusive Bonuses: passionsintoprofitsbook.com No Product No Problem: noproductnoproblem.com Dave's Interview with Robert Cialdini: https://gambrill.simplecast.com/episodes/dr-robert-cialdini-shares-powerful-new-insights-regarding-influence-and-persuasion-lYVVv44b Follow Dave on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gambrill

One of the hardest parts about an affiliate promotion is shifting from promoting the free content (workshops, pdfs, reports, webinars, etc.) to promoting the paid content. It's a challenge to go from "here's a free thing you might like" to "now you have to pay money for this." I'm seeing a lot of affiliates really struggling with this so I want to share my best tips with my favorite people (my podcast listeners) on how to do this effectively. Listen up and I'll share exactly how to transition from promoting free content to paid products. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turn Your Passions into Profits Book PLUS Exclusive Bonuses: passionsintoprofitsbook.com Our Recommended Affiliate Programs: mattmcwilliams.com/whatsup How to Put Together an Affiliate Bonus Package: mattmcwilliams.com/affiliatebonuspackages

This is the day I've dreamed about for nearly 8 long years. Today is the day that my life's mission takes shape and my book, Turn Your Passions Into Profits, releases. Come join me today for a very special episode celebrating my book launch. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turn Your Passions into Profits Book PLUS Exclusive Bonuses: passionsintoprofitsbook.com

The past few months have been an absolute whirlwind. It's been one of the craziest, fun, and exhausting times of my life, but in the end, it will all be worth it. Today, I'm sharing some of the lessons, highlights, and lowlights from my three-month book tour. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turn Your Passions into Profits Book PLUS Exclusive Bonuses: passionsintoprofitsbook.com

There's a story behind the story with my book, Turn Your Passions Into Profits. Today, I'm revealing how it came to be, how I landed my dream publisher, everyone's favorite story plus my favorite, and the stories my publisher wouldn't allow me to tell. Come join me on a behind-the-scenes peek at the inside of the book…and the process that got us here. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turn Your Passions into Profits Book Join My Book Launch Team

It's that time of year again…time to make a commitment to big changes, massive improvement, and big ideas for the year ahead. Today, I'll reveal my top 10 suggested resolutions for affiliate marketers and affiliate managers. Commit to these and I can promise you that next year will be 10 times better than this one was! LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Affiliate Activation Email Templates: https://mattmcwilliams.com/activate Find Affiliates Now: findaffiliatesnow.com Promo Plan Template: mattmcwilliams.com/promoplan Turn Your Passions into Profits Book: passionsintoprofitsbook.com Join My Book Launch Team: passionsintoprofitsbook.com/launchteam

Affiliate marketing is changing, just like any industry. But what does the future hold? What can you expect in the coming year in the affiliate marketing world. Today, I share my thoughts on what affiliate marketing will look like in 2023 with my annual predictions. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turn Your Passions into Profits Book: passionsintoprofitsbook.com Join My Book Launch Team: passionsintoprofitsbook.com/launchteam

One of the most important things a business can do is create an Ideal Customer Avatar. Your avatar is a fictional person who represents your entire audience or a segment of your audience. This is the ONE person for whom you are going to create content. Today, I'll walk you step-by-step through the process of creating your avatar and using it to get clear on who you are serving in your business. LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turn Your Passions into Profits Book: passionsintoprofitsbook.com Join My Book Launch Team: passionsintoprofitsbook.com/launchteam