Why I don't do Affiliate Marketing

Today's episode is all about a topic that seems to be everywhere at the moment - affiliate marketing. This is a really important topic for small business owners - you need to be aware of both the risks and rewards of affiliate marketing, and what you need to consider before agreeing to participate in it, or use it to promote your business.First up - what is it? Affiliate marking, also known as influence marketing, is when you agree to be an affiliate for someone’s service or product and you promote it, in return for a reward. I define the ways it can occur and why it’s done.<br/>Working out whether you want to do affiliate marketing needs to come back to your why in your business. If you’re comfortable that they’re aligned then go you! There is no right or wrong here.I share the reasons why I don’t participate in affiliate marking, and how my business values have informed this decision.<br/>Importantly, if you do decide to proceed with affiliate marketing, you need to make sure that expectations and payment terms are crystal clear. If you’re entering into this kind of arrangement in the hope of expanding your business and network, you need to be aware that you risk souring business relationships if arrangements are not clear.<br/>I support my clients to grow in a long-term, positive and sustainable way in their businesses and knowing what affiliate marking is all about before you dive in is incredibly important. This podcast will help you work out the questions you need to ask and insights on why I choose not to participate in it.<br/><br/>LINKS:<br/>Join The Legally Empowered Entrepreneur Masterclass Series here<br/>Get your copy of my Annual Legal Checklist here<br/>Website:    tmsolicitor.com.auInstagram:    https://www.instagram.com/tmsolicitor/ Book a Strategy Session with me here