My 10-Day Experiment: Attempting Affiliate Marketing with Zero Investment

Sep 24, 2023 | Affiliate Marketing | 42 comments

My 10-Day Experiment: Attempting Affiliate Marketing with Zero Investment




I Tried Affiliate Marketing With No Money for 10 Days

Affiliate marketing has become a popular way for individuals to earn passive income online. It involves promoting products or services and earning a commission for every sale made through your unique affiliate link. However, many people believe that starting affiliate marketing requires a significant investment to be successful. To test this theory, I decided to take on the challenge of trying affiliate marketing with no money for 10 days.

Day 1: Setting Up a Game Plan
Before diving into affiliate marketing, I spent the first day researching and learning the basics of the industry. I familiarized myself with different affiliate programs, identified potential niches, and created a plan of action.

Day 2: Building a Website
To start my affiliate marketing journey, I needed a website to promote my chosen products. Since I didn’t have any money to invest in web hosting or domain name, I opted for a free blogging platform. Although it lacked some customization options, I managed to create a simple and functional website.

Day 3-4: Content Creation
Content is the backbone of any successful affiliate marketing strategy. Over the next two days, I focused on creating valuable and engaging content related to the niche I chose. I researched extensively to ensure my articles provided useful information to potential customers.

Day 5: Joining Affiliate Programs
With my website up and running, it was time to sign up for affiliate programs. Many companies offer free affiliate programs, allowing individuals to earn a commission without any upfront fees. I joined a few reputable programs related to my chosen niche and obtained my unique affiliate links.

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Day 6-9: Promotion
To drive traffic to my website and increase the chances of earning commissions, I explored various free promotion strategies. I engaged with relevant online communities, shared my content on social media platforms, and reached out to niche influencers to leverage their audience. These efforts helped me gain exposure and attract potential customers.

Day 10: Monitoring and Evaluating Results
On the final day of the experiment, I analyzed the results and evaluated the effectiveness of my efforts. Although I had not yet made any sales, I received positive feedback from readers and saw an increase in website traffic. It was evident that affiliate marketing required consistent effort and time to yield tangible results.

Key Takeaways:
– Affiliate marketing can be attempted with no upfront investment.
– Creating valuable content is crucial for attracting an audience.
– Join free affiliate programs to start earning commissions.
– Utilize free promotional tactics to drive traffic to your website.
– Results may not be immediate, and persistence is essential in affiliate marketing.

In conclusion, my 10-day journey into affiliate marketing with no money was both challenging and insightful. While I didn’t generate any sales during this short period, I established a foundation for future success. This experiment proved that starting affiliate marketing without financial resources is possible, but it requires dedication, creativity, and a long-term commitment to nurturing your online presence.


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42 Comments

  1. Arturo Sanchez

    Sara but your a millionaire and could spend money to make more money

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  2. Mr B

    how do get paid with affiliate marketing in clickbank because i registered there but it doesn’t ask you for details to get paid if someone buys through your affiliate link?

    Reply
  3. Farshid Soltani

    Hi, thank you for your great tutorials. Sara, where can I give you a message, I want to tell you something important

    Reply
  4. you Tok

    Thanks a lot that was so informative

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  5. Mr De Silva

    great take,,thank you for your contribution,, you got a new subscriber here ..cheers from the City of Knowledge @ the Panama Canal

    Reply
  6. Arturo Sanchez

    Im gonna try your method step by step to see if you deliver

    Reply
  7. Matas

    General question, has someone started recently and made some money?

    Reply
  8. Bready_Krueger

    Shes Lost Weight, moving and rotating her neck a little more, she Looking FINE, FINE

    Reply
  9. kevin patel

    Your video is very impressive but can you please make a video on step by step guide on Pinterest Marketing. I am not getting good views on Pinterest. I am uploading 3 pins every day.

    Reply
  10. Comment Bellow

    You're probably less than half my age with about twice the wisdom.
    I have always struggled with making ends meet.
    I will accept the challenge.
    Thankyou.

    Reply
  11. Mst Rima

    hiAre you looking for a professional YouTube thumbnail designer,

    Reply
  12. Alan Viveros

    Is affiliate marketing considered self employment???

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  13. Izee's World

    Thank you for the simplicity of this.

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  14. Mr. Quin -

    im interested in affiliate marketing, i have a family friend that makes money doing AM but he wont help me learn how to do it and Im so interested as i have alot of time to spend on the computer working this marketing gig while im at my full time job. Anyone interested in an apprentice? im hungry and dedicated.

    Reply
  15. Samuel

    If you don't have a website where it says add link, can I just the single affiliate link I do have ? and will people be able to see?

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  16. A

    Do you have an affiliate program yourself? If so how do I promote? Thanks

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  17. Stonebreaker

    Really appreciate you taking the time to give a rough overview of how this works. Hope to meet/work with you in the future.

    Reply
  18. Connor Randall

    Hello, great videos, what do you mean by tagging the creator of the video, do you tag the persons Tiktok account you downloaded it from

    Reply
  19. The Escape Room

    I really appreciate your content. You're a tremendous source of inspiration and motivation.

    Reply
  20. Asif Ali Janjua

    Does Pinterest allows promote affiliate link directly

    Reply
  21. Elena Yelizaveta

    Affiliate marketing is great. Trading is better and may people need to go into cryptocurrency

    Reply
  22. Blessed Adejoro

    Please how will I credit the owner of the TikTok video

    Reply
  23. MK Sports

    Dear Mam, u r the best teacher….. I want to develop myself in affiliate marketing but how ??????

    Reply
  24. GENIUS IT

    Dear Sara, Go ahead, best of luck.

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  25. Living in Tampa Bay FL

    This is awesome. But you do have a following. Can this be done without a following??

    Reply
  26. eabe340

    I wanna learn im so broke.. you make it seem so easy. I’m happy for you.

    Reply
  27. ManyFest Life

    Can you please make a Video on Drop shipping with $10

    Reply
  28. Amit Sharma

    Hi Sara i watched some of your videos and i noticed that you are you same kind of thumbnail again and again.
    I am a thumbnail designer i would like to make thumbnail for your videos

    Please let me know if you are interested ☺️

    Reply
  29. sahaysagar1

    Hey Sara my video pins get good impressions but images don't get any impressions. It's zero, no distribution. Could you plz suggest something?

    Reply
  30. Jason V

    Anyone from India

    Reply
  31. T. Bab

    Hi Sara!
    Would you mind sharing how much money you made after 10 days? Thanks!

    Reply
  32. Weather look

    I like this Idea. Pls I need a clickbank account for free I am from Nigeria

    Reply
  33. Milayne Gomes

    Do I really need a website? Can I just create a linktree account to use impact?

    Reply
  34. The Escape Room

    I've seen it said that you should have at least 12 pinterest boards, and that you should pin constantly to all of them. Where can you constantly find content for so many boards and pins? That is the only thing holding me back from starting pinterest.

    Reply
  35. Ismail Achouden

    She really has a beautiful face and beautiful smile

    Reply
  36. ItsWinx

    Hey Sara! What is the minimum payout threshold of your affiliate program and when are commissions paid out?

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  37. Wealth Beacon

    Ty for the content!! We love you ❤️

    Reply
  38. Meta Gaming

    I want to join your affiliate program. But there is no way to withdraw the money I earn. Because paypal is not available in my country. If there is payoneer or direct bank withdraw option as payment method, like me, people from countries where paypal is not available can also join. Please consider my request.

    Reply

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