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Episode 221 - What Amazon Sellers Should Know About the Influencer Program

The Smartest Amazon Seller · with Corbin White · September 5, 2023 · 23 min

Summary

This episode provides a comprehensive guide for Amazon sellers and aspiring digital marketers looking to leverage the Amazon Influencer Program. It breaks down earning potential, approval processes, and content strategies, offering a clear path to utilize Amazon's existing traffic for profit. Learn how to create effective video reviews and understand the nuances of on-site commissions to boost your sales.

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Themes

amazon & marketplacesinfluencer & creatorbrand & contentconversion & cro

Topics covered

amazon influencer programon-site commissionsvideo reviewsinfluencer monetizationaffiliate marketingcontent creation strategy

Episode description

What if you can leverage Amazon’s existing traffic and profit from it?Check out the Amazon Influencer Program - a perfect side-hustle and a more approachable way to start your digital marketing journey.We have Corbin White, the owner of ZoCo Marketing, answering interesting digital marketing questions such as the potential earnings, video types, number of followers, and all the challenges one may encounter in the Amazon Influencer Program.Episode Notes:00:20 - Corbin White Introduction 01:45 - What is the Amazon Influencer Program? 03:15 - How Much Does Amazon Pay in Commission? 03:35 - Corbin White’s Background 04:55 - Number of Followers vs User Engagement 05:30 - How To Get Approved for On-site Commissions 05:50 - What Makes a Good Video Review? 07:00 - Does Video Quality Matter? 07:40 - How Much Can You Earn per Month as an Amazon Influencer 09:00 - Where Do The Videos Appear 10:35 - Doing Unbiased Product Reviews 13:45 - Selling the Rights of the Video 14:55 - Where to Find Corbin 15:35 - Corbin’s Top-Performing Product 16:40 - Challenges of the Amazon Influencer ProgramRequest Form: Request Amazon Review/ Shoppable Videos YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZoCoMarketingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zocomarketingTwitter: CorbinWhite13Website: zocomarketing.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corbinwhite/Related Post: Boost Your Amazon Business With Video Content

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Focus on user engagement over follower count for approval and success in the Amazon Influencer Program, as engagement is a key metric for on-site commissions.
What does this episode say about influencer & creator?
Create authentic, unbiased video reviews that clearly demonstrate product features and address common customer pain points to build trust and drive conversions.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Explore selling the rights to your high-performing product review videos as an additional monetization strategy beyond direct Amazon commissions.
What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
Understand that video quality, while important for credibility, balances with efficiency; prioritize clear demonstrations and honest reviews over overly polished, expensive productions.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Actively research and identify niche products where your authentic video reviews can have a significant impact on product discovery and sales within the Amazon ecosystem.

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