Think you need a huge following to start making money online? Think again.
Affiliate marketing isn’t about popularity—it’s about placement. Here’s how to get started, even if your social media is dry and your email list is non-existent.
What is Affiliate Marketing?
Affiliate marketing is when you recommend a product or service and earn a commission when someone buys through your link. It’s that simple.
You don’t need to create a product. You don’t need customer service. You just need strategy.
Step 1: Choose a Platform
You can start with:
- A blog (like this one)
- Medium
- YouTube (optional)
Pick one and stick with it. You only need one traffic source to make your first $1,000.
Step 2: Pick a Niche
Don’t try to promote everything. Stick to a lane like:
- AI tools
- Digital products
- Business systems
- Health or wellness
- Home/lifestyle products
The more specific you are, the more trust you build.
Step 3: Join Affiliate Programs
Here are a few to try (no followers required):
👉 Certified AI Jobs
👉 AI Affiliate Program
👉 Amazon Associates
Add these links to blog posts, product reviews, “Top 5” lists, or even Pinterest pins.
Step 4: Create Helpful Content
You don’t have to be an expert. Just help people solve problems:
- “Top 3 AI tools for small businesses”
- “How I made my first $100 with affiliate links”
- “Tools I use to grow my blog”
Even a 300-word blog post can convert if the link is good and the solution is clear.
Step 5: Repeat + Refine
Once you see what converts—do more of that.
Track your clicks, optimize your posts, and reinvest your earnings into better traffic or content tools.
Affiliate marketing is not magic. It’s momentum.
Start small. Grow smart.