Marketing Affiliate Marketing Opportunities

ECommerceConversions · #1 (**permalink**) 12-16-2004, 07:21 PM

Hey guys.

First of all, you're always a great help.

I am finishing up a site that has an inhouse two tier affiliate system. I want to market it. I know I can post it here.. and I can post it on like shareasale.. but from the merchant side.. what's the chances of getting someone to sign up for it? How long does it take to grow people? Can you market this stuff on google/overture? Any ideas? Thanks guys.

PS: I know I can post it here.. I will eventually

Linda Buquet · #2 (**permalink**) 12-17-2004, 02:49 PM

Hi Joe,

My answer to all of your questions is - it depends. If it 's a good product, with good tracking software, good payouts and conversions - yes you can get lots of affiliates if you know how to promote it. It's all in how you package it - but your program has to have all the right ingredients for success.

Assuming it does, there are some affiliate forums besides this one that allow new program announcements, affiliate directories that you can submit to for free, as well as using organic and PPC search to promote your program.

Hope this helps and best of luck!

Chris Choi · #3 (**permalink**) 12-23-2004, 07:42 PM

No, 2 tier is the limit to borderline MLM
so you are on the safe side. However, some
merchants see this as MLM so you have to
make sure you read up on their policies.

MandyHaga · #4 (**permalink**) 12-27-2004, 10:51 AM

Chris, I've never known of any program or affiliate considering two tier MLM. Two tier is a standard in affiliate marketing. Affiliate referral programs and their resulting commissions are a popular method for quickly growing a budding affiliate database, so I don't think there is a fear of being mistaken for MLM.

Joe, as for your questions, Linda is right on with "depends". There are no definitive answers. It is mostly trial and error and can become frustrating. Just keep in mind that it will not happen overnight and is as much a job as any 9-5, if not moreso. My suggestion is to research as much as you can. Keep your eyes on affiliate marketing newsletters (a co-reg deal with one of those newsletters would also be a good way to get your program seen) and forums and keep your chin up.