Social media is one of the most powerful tools for affiliate marketers. It helps drive traffic, build relationships, and generate sales. But too often, affiliates make critical mistakes that hurt their results.

Avoiding these common pitfalls can make a massive difference in your success. Here are five social media mistakes that could be holding you back—and how to fix them.

Most businesses see competitors as, well… competitors. But what if they could actually be some of your most valuable affiliate partners?

When done strategically, working with competitors can help you tap into new audiences, boost sales, and create mutually beneficial relationships. Here are four ways to make it happen.

Evergreen offers are a goldmine for affiliate marketers, but they come with a unique challenge: how do you create urgency when the product is always available?

Big product launches often grab the spotlight. They’re exciting, packed with contests and prizes, and generate massive buzz. But evergreen offers have their own benefits and can be just as lucrative when approached with the right strategy.

Here’s how to promote evergreen offers effectively while maintaining integrity and building urgency.

Finding affiliate partners can feel like a daunting task, especially when you’re starting out. But some of the best affiliates can come from places you might not expect.

Here are three surprising sources of affiliate partners that you should consider tapping into.

Being small in affiliate marketing might seem like a disadvantage, but it’s quite the opposite. Many people think they need to wait until they have a huge email list or a massive following to start. But the opposite is true—starting small can actually be your greatest advantage.

Here’s why being small is a secret weapon and how you can use it to your advantage.

Affiliate marketing can transform your business. But here’s the problem: many entrepreneurs know the power of affiliates but have no idea where to find them.

My colleague Matt McWilliams once shared a story about the first time he heard the word "affiliate." It’s a great example of how affiliates can scale your business and why you need them.

Conventional wisdom says there’s a "right time" to start promoting affiliate offers. Some say you need a year of blogging, 1,000 email subscribers, or 1,000 podcast downloads per episode. But those rules? They’re wrong.