Welcome to Episode 54 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, we interview new Amazon Influencer, Jourdan. She's off to a great start with almost 200 videos uploaded after just a few months. She shares her experience so far with the program and provides some valuable insights.

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Podcast show notes:

Intro & Numbers Update

• Andrew celebrates reaching 300 videos after being stuck at 200 for months.
• Jim Ed shares his weekly and monthly earnings, noting a dip in performance from earlier in the year.
• Discussion about Amazon’s inconsistency in showing influencer videos, affecting views and sales.

Special Guest: Jordan

• Jordan, new to the AIP program, has uploaded 186 videos since June and shares her experience as a videographer.
• She talks about starting with products she owned and using TikTok to edit her videos.
• We offer advice on optimizing her Amazon storefront and using Instagram to attract suppliers.

• Key Discussions:

  • The challenge of maintaining income with fluctuating views and sales on Amazon.
  • Strategies for building relationships with suppliers and increasing video output.
  • Thoughts on the future of the AIP program and the need for influencers to stay adaptable.

• Jordan’s Advice for New Influencers:

  • Focus on quality over quantity when starting.
  • Set realistic goals and avoid comparing yourself to others.
  • Use the resources you have and gradually build momentum.

• Jordan’s Side Hustles:

  • Shares insights on her dog-sitting business and multiple YouTube channels.
  • Encourages balancing AIP with other side gigs for sustainable income growth.

• Closing Thoughts:

  • A reminder to stay consistent, focus on what you can control, and adjust as needed.
  • Links to Jordan’s YouTube channels: My Favorite Things - Not a Real Influencer (https://www.youtube.com/@myfavoritethingsnotreal) and Kind and Gentle Word (https://www.youtube.com/@EJourdanLewis)

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Welcome to Episode 53 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! In this podcast, we react to a great post from one of our FB group members, Jeff, about some recommended best practices/learnings from his AIP experience. Thanks, Jeff!

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Podcast summary:

In this episode of the Amazon Influencer Podcast, we dive into our latest numbers and discuss the challenges and strategies of being Amazon Influencers, particularly when it comes to dealing with suppliers and maintaining commission levels. We reflect on how our numbers have been declining despite putting in significant effort, especially in creating video reviews. Andrew mentions his focus on product reviews, while Jim Ed shares his frustration with lower commissions despite increasing his video output.

We emphasize the importance of being strategic with time management and where to focus efforts to maximize returns. We discuss the pros and cons of reviewing free products, especially those with less competition on Amazon, and highlight the need to be cautious when engaging with new suppliers. We advise saying yes to some initial products from new suppliers to build a relationship, but warn against being too picky, which could lead to losing out on future opportunities.

The episode also touches on the value of the Creator Connections program, where influencers can choose higher-quality products to review. However, we caution against spending too much time on this, suggesting it may not be the most efficient use of time for everyone. We conclude by discussing the importance of producing quality videos, being mindful of tax implications when purchasing products for review, and the potential risks of relying too heavily on buying products at retail prices for review purposes.

Finally, we tease the introduction of a new tool we are testing, which we believe could be valuable for influencers. We plan to provide more details and a thorough review in the next episode.

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Welcome to Episode 52 of the Amazon Influencer Podcast! Yes, AIP numbers are lower again. Is it time to throw in the towel? Hardly!

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Current Challenges:

• Low Engagement Numbers: Despite increased video output, earnings have declined.
• Frustration: Despite posting more videos, earnings haven’t matched the effort, leading to frustration.

Potential Reasons for Decline

• Increased Competition:
• • More AIP influencers in the market, leading to saturation.
  • Amazon’s changes in video carousel placement have reduced visibility.
• Product Relevance:
• • Many reviewed products, particularly from Chinese suppliers, are new and unproven, leading to lower sales.
  • Previously reviewed household items, which are popular and well-reviewed, tend to perform better.
• Video Quantity vs. Product Quality:
• • High video count doesn’t always equate to higher earnings, especially if the products are not in demand.

Strategies to Improve Earnings

• Diversify Income Streams:
• • Selling Free Products: Leveraging free products received from suppliers by selling them on platforms like Facebook Marketplace or eBay.
  • Paid Video Reviews: Negotiating payment for video reviews, even if commissions are low.
  • Licensing Content to Brands: Potentially earning $500 or more by licensing video content to brands for a limited period.
• Creator Connections:
• • Get more free products and better deals.

Advice for New AIP Participants

• Getting Started:
• • TikTok as a Gateway: TikTok is currently the most reliable platform for gaining entry into AIP.
  • Avoid Common Pitfalls:
  • • Don’t mention Amazon directly in videos to avoid rejection.
    • Focus on engagement rather than follower count.
• Three-Video Requirement:
• • After you get in for the first level, make sure to go here: https://www.amazon.com/creatorhub/.
  • You'll see that you'll need to upload 3 videos and that there's still a lock for on-site placement.
  • Once you upload the videos and they are approved, then you'll receive a welcome message and the lock will disappear.
  • Remember, if you get rejected, it may not be the videos. It could be your social media account.

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