Yes affiliate marketing rocks, but it’s really hard to get started. This is because there are already a lot of people doing it. The challenge is to try and outdo other affiliates and think of ways to do a better job promoting. And the sea of information about this doesn’t make it any easier. But here’s one tip that almost no one is talking about.
Marketing with video
You can’t deny that video is powerful. The reason it’s so pervasive is because everyone loves it. About the only thing that keeps people’s attention anymore is video. So you can put this to great advantage in your
Here are a few ideas for creating affiliate videos:
- Testimonials
- Do a video walk-through
- Do an ordering video
- Sneak peak
Do a testimonial video
This one is super simple. Just click record on your web cam and start talking. Don’t worry about quality. Just seeing another real person endorsing a product helps your viewers decide to buy. And honestly, if you mess up it just makes it seem more authentic. You really can just click record and start talking. Use one of the other ideas if you’re feeling shy.
Walk-throughs
This is a great way to promote something without selling it. Make this more like a tutorial helping them use the product. And in the process you’re actually selling the product. As long as the product is good, the tutorial makes them want it. So, obviously, pick a good product to demo.
Record the order process
This could be the most powerful method of all. Do a screen capture of the ordering process. There is nothing more motivating than watching someone buy something live. First, it’s social proof. People will feel more comfortable buying after seeing you do it. This also makes your viewers trust you. They are much more likely to take your advice to buy when you’ve taken it yourself. And finally, it creates envy. They see you getting the satisfaction of making the purchase and that makes them want it. You can add additional juice to this one with: If you want to see the inside, you’ll have to order it yourself.
Sneak peak
Here’s an easy way to show the value of the product. You do a tour of the members area. You show them the entire contents of what they get. It also reduces the reservations of skeptics. Once they’ve seen the back-end, they know it’s real.
Anyone can do it!
There’s no technical knowledge required. Anyone can create stunning videos with some easy-to-use software. All the work is done by the program. So you don’t have to worry about the technical part of this at all. Just focus on the benefits:
- Increase sales You’ll earn more affiliate commissions when you add video. People like video, so start using it.
- Less refunds You’ll lose less of the commission your earn. Thanks to you people know what’s inside before buying. So, very few of them will cancel their order.
- Rise above the competition! This is a really easy thing to do. And almost no one is doing it. So, you’ll be way ahead of the crowd.
Get started right now and take your affiliate marketing to the next level. Not using video is detrimental to you business. So do it!
