Affiliate manager tips

[tbartsports]

I have been in affiliate marketing going on 2 years now as an affiliate. Recently I've been approached by a couple of my friends that have their own merchant sites and they have asked me to manage their affiliate programs. Though I do know the basics of affiliate management, does anyone here have ay tips, tricks, do's, and don'ts that may be useful. I want to sart off on the right foot and make sure I'm headed in the right direction.

Any replies would be appreciated.

[Linda Buquet]

Hi tbartsports,

Welcome to WebProWorld!

My partner Linda Woods is the best affiliate management consultant I know, so I will send you to her site for some great articles on what it takes to build a successful program.

Read these articles:
Top 10 Tips to Run a Successful Affiliate Program
What’s Mary Kay Got to do With Affiliate Marketing?
5 Trends in Affiliate Marketing

http://www.partnercentric.com/pctogo.shtml

After you read them come back with feedback, ideas or any specific questions and let's discuss.

[eCommn]

I'm an Affiliate Manager myself but in this function for 1 year. I've also been approached by small business owners who want to create online sales force. I truly love consulting with them.

I read the articles you referred Catalyst. Great resources and tips/tools.

Tks,

[Karen Hudgins]

Hi Todd,
It's great to see that you're posting here. I"m sure you'll find this board to be top notch and full of people who really know their stuff and are willing to help you out anyway that they can. Keep in mind, that I'm always here to answer any questions that you may have as well and I encourage you to contact me anytime. :)