Okay, so we're diving into this YouTube video today.
And it's claiming to have this secret formula
for making $100 a day with affiliate marketing
and email automation, you know, passive income.
Who wouldn't be interested in that?
Yeah, I mean, it's definitely intriguing.
And what's interesting is how the video dives right
into ClickBank.
It's not just about finding any affiliate product.
It's about specifically picking
from those top offers they have.
Oh yeah, right.
They even use this example of a weight loss offer
with a $148 commission per sale.
That definitely got my attention.
But I'm thinking wouldn't focusing only
on the top offers also mean
you're running into a ton of competition.
Exactly, that's the trade off, right?
The most popular offers, well, they often have a lot
of other affiliates already promoting them.
Makes sense.
So it's like finding that sweet spot.
Yeah.
Between something popular, but not overly saturated.
Yeah, for sure.
And you said election that's gonna play a huge role
in the long run.
Okay, so let's say you found that ClickBank product
whether it's a top offer or something more niche.
The video then points us to Omnisend
for the email marketing side of things.
I'm guessing the free plan is a big selling point.
Definitely.
Being able to start building your email list
and sending campaigns without paying anything upfront,
that's a huge plus for beginners.
Right.
The video did mention a 250 contact
and 500 email per month limit on that free plan.
Which makes sense.
But what happens when your email list starts to grow?
When you need to scale up.
Well, then you gotta start thinking about
upgrading to a paid plan.
As your business grows, those monthly fees,
they can add up pretty quickly.
It's almost like you need to plan for success
before you even see those dollar signs rolling in.
Now, what about the actual emails themselves?
This is where the video talks about email swipes.
And I gotta say, I'm curious.
So email swipes are these pre-written email sequences
that some affiliate programs provide.
They can be super helpful, especially for anyone
who's new to email marketing or just doesn't have the time
to write every email from scratch.
So it's like a shortcut.
A way to save time and effort.
I like it.
But I'm guessing not every affiliate program
offers these email swipes, right?
You're right.
The availability of email swipes,
it really depends on the specific program
and the product you're promoting.
But choosing a product that does offer them
can make things much easier.
Okay, so let's say we have those email swipes ready to go.
How do we actually get people to sign up
for our email list in the first place?
The video mentions both pop-ups and landing pages.
Yeah, pop-ups, those can be really effective,
but they can also be kind of annoying.
You know, I'm sure we've all encountered those pop-ups
that seem to appear at the worst possible moment.
Oh yeah, tell me about it.
Sometimes I feel like they wait until I'm about to click buy
on a completely different website.
But seriously, when are pop-ups a good idea
and when should you maybe think about using a landing page?
Well, pop-ups, they're great for grabbing attention
on a website you already have.
Especially those exit intent ones that show up
just as someone's about to leave your page.
Landing pages, on the other hand,
those are separate pages that are designed specifically
for getting people to sign up.
The video recommends landing pages
if you don't already have a website to work with.
So it's all about picking the right tool for the job.
Yeah.
Now, how does Omnisend fit into all of this?
Does it help you create both pop-ups and landing pages?
Yep, that's one of the cool things about Omnisend.
It has tools for building and customizing
both types of forms.
And from what I'm seeing, it looks pretty user-friendly.
The video makes a point of saying
you don't need coding skills to create these forms,
which is great for anyone who isn't super tech savvy.
Yeah, Omnisend has a drag-and-drop interface
that's super intuitive.
Even if you've never built a form before,
you can figure it out pretty easily.
Okay, so you've built your form,
whether it's a pop-up or a landing page.
Now you have to make it look good
and actually convince people to give you their email address.
The video walks through customizing a landing page
for that weight loss offer they mentioned.
And they have a really smart strategy
using the ready-made stuff from the affiliate program.
Oh, that's smart.
Leveraging those images and copy that are already designed
can save a ton of time.
And plus, they're usually made specifically
for getting conversions,
so you're starting off on the right foot.
It's like a shortcut for making
your landing page look professional.
But even with a good design,
I'm guessing you probably want to test different versions
to see what works best with your audience, right?
That whole A-B testing thing?
Oh, absolutely.
A-B testing is so important.
It's basically creating a few different versions
of your landing page with small changes.
And then you can see which one gets more people signing up.
So it's like running a little experiment
to see which version performs better.
Now what happens once someone actually lands on your page
and signs up?
Their email address goes into your Omniscient audience.
But then what?
Then it's time to unleash those email swipes.
You create an email campaign in Omniscient
using those pre-written sequences.
And then you set it up so those emails
go out to your subscribers automatically.
And the video made it seem like Omniscient
makes setting up those email campaigns super easy,
even if you've never done email marketing before.
Yeah, that's one of the strengths of Omniscient.
The platform walks you through the process step by step.
So we've got our product, our email list,
our automated email sequence all set up.
But there's this one big thing
the video kind of glosses over.
How do you actually get people to see
your pop-ups and landing pages in the first place?
You're hitting on a crucial point.
The video doesn't really dig into traffic generation,
which is kind of a big deal, because if you don't have
people visiting your website or landing pages,
those amazing emails you wrote, they're just floating out
there in the void.
Exactly.
It's like having a storefront on a deserted street.
You need to get people walking by to even know you exist.
So how do we bridge that gap?
How do we get those eyeballs on our offers?
That's the million dollar question.
And luckily, that's exactly what we're going to tackle next.
We'll be exploring all sorts of traffic generation
strategies from social media to paid advertising
to content marketing.
It's going to be a wild ride.
I'm buckled up and ready to go.
We'll be back soon to dive into the fascinating world
of traffic generation and see how we can get those potential
customers flooding in.
Welcome back.
So glad you're sticking with us as we unpack this whole online
money-making thing.
We've talked about the steps, the tools, the potential.
But I think it's time to zoom out a little
and look at the bigger picture.
Yeah, you're right.
It's easy to get caught up in all that stuff,
the promise of big commissions and making money while you
sleep.
But like we always say on Antro,
the deep dive critical thinking is key.
We can't just take things at face value.
Exactly.
We've got to look beyond the how to and really
dig into the why.
And one thing that stands out to me
is the emphasis on automation.
It can be a super powerful tool.
But we have to be careful that it doesn't come
at the expense of genuine connection.
That's interesting.
I mean, the whole point of this method
is to set up a system that runs on autopilot.
But are we losing something important when we take out
that human element?
It's a question worth asking.
Think about it.
When you get a personalized email from someone you actually
know, it feels so different from those generic mass emails,
right?
That personal touch makes a big difference.
But when it comes to affiliate marketing,
where the goal is to make sales,
does that personal connection really matter?
I think it does.
Maybe even more so in affiliate marketing,
because you're putting your reputation on the line
when you recommend something.
If you come across as impersonal and salesy people,
are less likely to trust your recommendations.
It's like the difference between a pushy salesperson
and a friend giving you advice.
You're more likely to listen to a friend.
Exactly.
So even though the video talks a lot about automation,
I think it's important to find ways
to bring in authenticity and personalization.
Maybe that means dividing your audience into smaller groups
so you can send more targeted emails.
Or finding ways to let your personality shine through
in those email swipes.
So it's not about ditching automation altogether.
It's about finding that balance
between efficiency and that human touch.
Exactly.
And that brings us to another important point,
the ethical side of affiliate marketing.
Oh yeah.
This is a big one.
There's definitely a dark side to affiliate marketing.
Yeah.
People promoting products they don't even believe in
just to make a quick buck.
It's true.
That's why it's so important to be ethical
when you're promoting products as an affiliate.
Ask yourself, would I recommend this to my family?
Would I recommend this to my friends?
Those are good questions.
Mm-hmm.
Because in the end, your reputation is everything.
If you're constantly promoting junk,
people will see right through that.
Absolutely.
It's not just about making money.
It's about building a sustainable business
that's built on trust.
Choose products that you genuinely believe in
and talk about them in a way that feels honest and helpful.
It's like building a relationship with your audience.
Yeah.
A relationship built on trust.
Exactly.
And that leads to another key point, transparency.
Transparency.
What do you mean by that?
Be upfront about the fact that you're an affiliate.
Let people know that you might earn a commission
if they buy something through your link.
You don't have to make a big deal out of it.
Just be clear and honest.
So you're saying don't hide the fact
that you're making money.
Not at all.
Being transparent about it can actually build trust.
People appreciate honesty.
That's an interesting perspective.
I think a lot of people would shy away from mentioning
that they're making money,
but you're saying it can be a good thing
if it's done the right way.
Exactly.
Transparency is all about building trust.
And when people trust you,
they're more likely to support you.
So we've talked about authenticity,
ethical choices and transparency,
any other big picture things we should keep in mind
with affiliate marketing.
I think it's important to remember
that success in affiliate marketing
or any online business really, it usually takes time.
The video makes it sound kind of easy,
but the truth is building a successful business,
it takes effort and a willingness to learn and adapt.
It's so tempting to believe those get rich quick schemes,
but building a real business,
it takes dedication and hard work.
Absolutely.
And it's important to go into it
with realistic expectations.
There will be challenges and setbacks along the way,
but if you're passionate about what you're doing
and you're committed to doing things the right way,
you'll be much more likely to succeed in the long run.
It's not just about chasing those quick wins,
it's about building something you're proud of.
Exactly.
And I hope that's what you take away from this deep dive.
It's not just about the mechanics
of making money online.
It's about approaching it with the right mindset.
This has been such a great conversation.
We've covered so much ground,
but there's one more piece of the puzzle
we need to talk about.
And that's what we'll be diving into
in the final part of this deep dive.
We've laid the groundwork, we've explored the ethics,
but now it's time to talk about something
that's often overlooked,
but it's absolutely essential for success
in affiliate marketing.
You've got me on the edge of my seat.
What is this mystery topic?
All I'll say for now is this,
we've talked about creating a system,
building an email list, writing those amazing emails,
but what good is any of that if no one's seeing it?
You're right.
It all comes down to getting people to see your content,
to click on your links.
That's what drives those sales.
But how do you do that?
What's the secret?
The secret, well, it's not really a secret.
It's more like a combination of different strategies
and techniques, and that's exactly what we're gonna uncover
in the last part of this deep dive.
I can't wait.
We'll be back soon to reveal all the secrets of traffic
generation and help you take your affiliate marketing
to the next level.
See you soon.
Okay, so here we are, the final part of our deep dive.
And like we promised, we're tackling the big question,
the video kind of skirted around.
Traffic, right?
It's the lifeblood of any online business.
It doesn't matter how good your emails are
or how well your landing page converts,
if you don't have traffic,
if you don't have people actually seeing your stuff,
it's all pointless.
It's like that saying, if a tree falls in the forest,
what's the point of having a great product
if nobody knows about it?
So how do we get those people?
How do we get them to see what we're offering?
Well, the good news is there are a lot of options.
And each one kind of has its own personality.
You can think of it like choosing how you're gonna travel.
A bike, a car, a plane, they all get you where you're going,
but the experience is gonna be different.
Okay, I like that analogy.
So what are our options for reaching
those potential customers?
What are our vehicles, so to speak?
Let's start with social media.
Places like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok,
that's where people are hanging out,
consuming content, connecting with each other.
It's a great place to get your offers
in front of the right people.
But how do you do that without being annoying?
Like that person is always spamming
their friends with links.
There's gotta be a better way, right?
For sure, social media marketing,
it's not about spamming.
It's about providing value-building relationships
and kind of weaving your offers
into the conversation naturally.
It's about becoming a trusted source
of information in your niche, yeah.
Exactly, you're not shouting from the rooftops,
you're building trust and creating genuine connections.
Got it.
But what if social media just isn't your thing?
Are there other ways to generate traffic?
Definitely paid advertising that can be a really powerful way
to get targeted traffic to your landing pages.
Platforms like Google Ads and Facebook Ads
let you get super specific with who you're reaching.
That's pretty amazing.
So you can basically make sure your offer is seen
by the people who are most likely to be interested.
But I'm guessing that kind of precision comes at a cost.
It does.
Paid advertising does require an investment.
And it's important to know what you're doing.
There's definitely a learning curve.
But if you do it right, it can be really effective.
Okay, so social media is about building relationships.
And paid advertising is about targeted reach.
What about content marketing?
What's that all about?
Content marketing, that's more of a long game.
It's about creating and sharing valuable content
that attracts and keeps a specific audience.
So instead of directly selling your affiliate products,
you're focusing on becoming an expert
and building trust with your audience.
Right, it's a more indirect approach,
but it can be incredibly effective in the long run.
People are way more likely to buy from someone they trust.
Okay, so we've got social media,
paid advertising and content marketing.
Those are three big ones.
Are there any other ways to drive traffic
to our affiliate offers?
Those are some of the most popular
and effective strategies,
but there are definitely other things you can try.
You could collaborate with other people in your niche.
You could use email marketing to promote your content.
You could join online forums and communities.
The possibilities are endless really.
This is a lot.
It sounds like driving traffic is an ongoing process.
It is, it's all about testing things out,
seeing what works and constantly adapting.
The internet is always changing,
so you have to stay flexible
and be willing to learn new things.
I'm feeling inspired, but also a little overwhelmed.
Any advice for someone who's just starting out
with all of this?
My advice would be to just pick one strategy that you like
and focus on getting good at it.
Don't try to do everything at once.
You'll just bring yourself out, start small,
learn the ropes and gradually expand your efforts as you go,
and most importantly, have fun.
That's great advice.
Focus on one thing, get good at it, and then branch out
and enjoy the process.
Exactly.
What's the point of making money online
if you're not having fun?
This has been such a great conversation.
We've covered so much ground.
Thank you so much for joining us on this deep dive
into the world of affiliate marketing and email automation.
It's been my pleasure.
And remember, the journey is just as important
as the destination, so have fun with it.
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