Comments on: Are You Frustrated With Affiliate Marketing?

By: Alan Mater

Alan Mater — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 18:21:49 +0000

@Doug, That’s a big problem these days for sure, and I agree that way too many people are being mislead.

You’ll never hear me say that it’s easy to make money and you don’t need to work hard. Quite the opposite. I know first-hand how hard it is.

While it’s easy to get started in affiliate marketing, it’s not easy to stick it out and not give up. Those who are patient and diligent at working the “business” will see the rewards. Treating it like an actual business and not just a hobby is key, so thanks for pointing that out.

I appreciate your input and hope to see you around. You may want to check out this month’s comment contest.

By: Doug

Doug — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 18:05:01 +0000

Alan…I wholeheartedly agree with you for the most part. However, I get the impression from reading various forums most affiliate marketers are being misled by the “guru’s” into buying their make money online products by telling them affiliate marketing is fast and easy money with not a lot of work. The person buys the product, then finds out quickly that is not true. It is hard work and should be treated as a “real” business. But if you put in the time and effort you can be very successful.
.-= Doug´s last blog ..Useful Tips For The New Affiliate Marketer To Succeed At Internet Marketing =-.

By: Alan Mater

Alan Mater — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 21:02:46 +0000

@Jamie,

Not at all. In fact, there is no secret! The real “secret” is that you just need to stick with it and give it everything you have. See it through till the end. Most never do.

By: Jamie@traffic ultimatum

Jamie@traffic ultimatum — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:52:58 +0000

@dave Yes, having a business mindset and the earlier you treat affiliate marketing as a business you will definitely see good results from it. I mean, people are making a living just doing this, what separates them from those who fail is this key point. I was once there myself, luckily there videos like this that help people like me. When you find something makes you money, do more of it! Not much of a secret eh? .-= Jamie@traffic ultimatum´s last undefined ..If you register your site for free at =-.

By: dave@Dog Training Books

dave@Dog Training Books — Sun, 31 Jan 2010 19:37:50 +0000

The reason that I think that the 95% fail in affiliate marketing is they do not treat it like a real job. Make a schedule, whether it be part time 4 hours a day or full time. Keep a schedule and stick to it. Oh, and don’t expect to make much money the first year, instead learn from all of your mistakes, it will only get better if you do not give up
.-= dave@Dog Training Books´s last blog ..Crate Training a Puppy =-.

By: Alan Mater

Alan Mater — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 22:50:15 +0000

@Franck Silvestre, Welcome to the community Franck. I hope to see you here more often.

By: Franck Silvestre

Franck Silvestre — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:26:31 +0000

You’re right, there is really no magic. You just need to follow a proven marketing plan. Lots of people procrastinate too much. Just do it!

By: Alan Mater

Alan Mater — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:20:07 +0000

@almir, You’re right. You hit all the key factors very well. I would say the person’s mindset going in plus their determination is what really matters. If someone has the determination to succeed then they will learn the marketing strategies necessary to excel to the top.

By: almir

almir — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:32:47 +0000

great article but its so true that many do fail when it comes to affiliate marketing. It depends on the individuals willingness to succeed as well as the product their marketing. It also depend on the competitiveness of that particular niche as well along with their marketing strategies.

By: Alan Mater

Alan Mater — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 15:51:24 +0000

Hey Dennis, it’s a pleasure to see you here.

I would be honored if you linked to my post.