[00:00] Here's how to start affiliate marketing in 2026, even if you're starting from zero. So first, you have to choose a niche where people are actually searching for products because search intent is the key to affiliate marketing. Think about things like best AI writing software,
[00:13] meta glasses alternatives, best crypto tax software. There are literally millions of different keywords to think about when it comes to this. Now, step two is you have to create some type of organic content on one single focused content platform.
[00:26] So if you prefer video, do YouTube. If you like writing, do a website. Don't just try to do everything. Pick one and stay consistent. And step three is join three affiliate programs that are most popular in your niche that people actually know about. So the
[00:39] hidden factor of affiliate marketing is the conversion rate of the brands themselves. So you want products that are either recurring, like software that'll pay you monthly, or high ticket, like $500 or more with decent commission rates. You don't want a 5% commission on a pair of socks
[00:54] and make like 30 cents. You want at least a 10% commission on a $1,000 product to make $100 every sale. So this takes effort, a real brand, either a website or a YouTube channel. But if you want to start affiliate marketing, comment affiliate below, and I will send you my free training to
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