Looking at the current state of our economy right now, there seems to be no end to the reports that things are steadily going to worsen. Not since the Great Depression has the US Federal Government had to buy stock in American banks to raise cash (in direct relation to the $700 billion economic rescue bill). Stock prices also suffered heavy losses in Europe, Asia and in most major international markets.

As an affiliate, you may ask yourself how can I profit, no one seems to be spending right? Wrong! Money is still exchanging hands; it’s just in times like these consumers are looking for things that suit their needs, not necessarily their wants. Affiliates need to become “liquid” in order to adapt (the analogy is to flow with the rough water and not sink in it). Affiliates should look to either change and/or enhance what type of campaigns they promote and do so in conjunction with socio-economic trends. By being flexible and adjusting to market changers, you may be able to profit handsomely in these times.

Here is a list of offers that I recommend affiliates promote:

#1735 Data Entry Studio - Home-Business Opportunity

Landing page: http://www.valtrk.com/URL/track.aspx?AdID=1735&AffID=77

Payout: $28.00 

#1793 Lazy Wealth Guide

Landing Page: http://www.valtrk.com/URL/track.aspx?AdID=1793&AffID=77

Payout: $16.00

Easy Converting downloadable eBook on how to earn income at home.

 #1795 Cash For Gold USA - 1 Page Short Form

Landing Page: http://www.valtrk.com/URL/track.aspx?AdID=1795&AffID=77

Payout: $10.50

 #1890 **Advaliant EXCLUSIVE** - Mydebtworkshop.com  : Simple 4 Field Conversion

Landing Page: http://www.valtrk.com/URL/track.aspx?AdID=1920&AffID=77

Payout: $4.50

 #1920 Credit Report America - Free Credit Report Offer

Landing Page: http://www.valtrk.com/URL/track.aspx?AdID=1920&AffID=77

Payout: $35.00

 #1923 EZ Grant Source -When Wall Street Crashes, stay protected! Get your government grant today!

Landing Page: http://www.valtrk.com/URL/track.aspx?AdID=1924&AffID=77

Payout: $24.50

While some affiliates have seen a drop in revenue on their campaigns, others are thriving and experiencing solid returns. By adapting to changing economic trends, affiliates can make the most out of downturns and still generate steady ROI (return on investment).

Richard Okolo
Affiliate Manager, Advaliant
phone: 647-288-1643
email: rokolo@advaliant.com

In the course of my work week, I will often engage with an affiliate who signs up for our network with little or no experience. It can be a challenge to work with someone new to the industry, but the rewards can be great (as I have experienced).

For affiliates new to the industry, here are few ideas that can assist a “newbie” in getting started:

• Do your research on the industry: Have an action plan to learn as much as you can about what affiliate marketing is and how it works. Look for online resources, books and seek out a mentor if needed. Find out what networks have to offer and look for a few to start with.

• Use your Affiliate Manager as a resource: Ask questions and learn from your AM as much as possible. Let he/she make suggestions for you about campaigns and provide feedback. Show a willingness to learn from them and they will reciprocate that back with more information.

• Social networking: Join sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc, and reach out to affiliates and affiliate groups. Grow your social network and pick up valuable tips. Some super-affiliates like Jeremy Palmer and Ed Dale offer free information portals for affiliates as well.

• Join forums: There is a wealth of information that other affiliates are willing to share on forums. WickedFire, Associate Programs, DigitalPoint and Earnersforum are a few of the premier ones.

• Blogging: Create a blog and network with other bloggers. Blogs have a lot of great info on what offers are hot, what networks to work with, and best of all the experiences of the blogger. A few to look at are from ShoeMoney, John Chow, Nicky Cakes, Jim Kukral and Zac Johnson.

• Test some offers: Ask and find out what is converting and how other affiliates are promoting campaigns. Replicate their success and make tweaks and adjustments (if needed).

• Be Persistent: Set goals of what you want to achieve (e.g. $2000/month). Continue to learn and ask for help if you need it.