Because there is always an audience on social media, there is always an opportunity to sell. Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and, of course, YouTube are all options.
Affiliate marketing is a monetization approach you may use whether you’re building a YouTube channel for your own brand or for your business. Every day, 90% of YouTube Viewers in the United States [1] view more than a billion hours of video on the network.
This demonstrates that YouTube has a massive potential customer audience that you can tap into.
Affiliate marketing is one technique to make money by marketing on behalf of another company.
This is how it works: Assume Matt has a product that he needs to market. You (a content creator on YouTube) market his product.
And you get paid a percentage on every sale he makes through your YouTube videos. It’s as simple as that.
So How Do I get Started With Youtube Affiliate Marketing?
You are not required to locate someone who has a product and wishes to promote it.
To begin, you should enrol in an affiliate marketing scheme. There are numerous affiliate schemes available, ranging from ClickBank to Affiliaxe,Impact, Clickfunnels, and many more.
You will be given an affiliate link after you join any affiliate programme. This is a one-of-a-kind URL that is particular to you and that product. It maintains track of the sales generated by your video content.
You get a commission every time someone clicks on your link and purchases the product. It is also important to note that you must select and market products and services inside your specialty.
You should avoid promoting products that are unrelated to your target demographic. If you make home décor films, you probably don’t want to advertise tech products for software engineers.
What Kinds of Videos Produce Affiliate Revenue?
You can utilise many forms, styles, and sorts of YouTube video material to market your affiliate links. But first, consider the formats that have shown to be successful.
1: Product demonstration videos
Consider doing a single product review or a product comparison review. It helps to have the product or use the service rather than merely describing the features. These types of review videos, in which you have the product and explain it, frequently get a lot of views. This explains why 62% of buyers are more likely to buy if they can see photos and videos from prior customers [2].
2: Videos of You Unboxing Stuff
In this video content format, you as the creator open a box and then share the product’s features and your experience. You are not required to purchase every thing you review. Most businesses are prepared to give away their stuff in exchange for a positive review if you ask respectfully.
3: Make High Value Instructional Videos
How-to videos are instructional videos that educate viewers how to do something correctly while recommending things that make the action easier. You should make every effort to demonstrate how the product works. Consumers adore social proof films, and this one-of-a-kind demonstration might skyrocket your affiliate marketing conversions.
4: ‘Best of’ video collections
These are a collection of video reviews of various products. To make money from this form of video content, you must be an authority on the subject. Your audience will value your viewpoint regardless of the conclusion you deliver or the product you rank as the finest. This video format is used by some YouTube video content makers to promote their Amazon affiliate connections.
Where Should Your Affiliate Links Be Included?
There are two main possibilities, and they function best when combined.
- In the Description
Always include your affiliate links in the description. This manner, your viewer will not overlook it, and you should also encourage them to read your description at some point during the video. If possible, mention it several times. - Cards for YouTube
You should use YouTube Cards in addition to putting your links in your descriptions. These non-intrusive notifications can be found in the top-right area of the YouTube video player.
Recommended Practices
- Always include a disclosure about affiliate links.
- Distribute your videos on social media.
- Include a call to action that encourages your viewers to read the video description.
- Request that your viewers subscribe to your channel.
- Also, promote your videos on your blog.
- Don’t be overly pushy.
- Before creating a video, conduct extensive research; keep in mind that you will be competing with other skilled YouTubers.
YouTube videos will always be available to new viewers, so you can generate money on the platform now and in the future. YouTube is a competitive place for doing business, so choose your area wisely and be unique with your video. Like anything else, practise makes perfect and a little money in affiliate marketing.
References
[1] Oberlo. 10 YOUTUBE STATS EVERY MARKETER SHOULD KNOW IN 2021
[2] Netimperative. Real customer photos driving two thirds of online purchases
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