Udemy is an online educational resource offering courses and materials across multiple specializations and categories. They provide anyone an opportunity to educate themselves in topics they may not usually have access to for various reasons, such as time, location and finances. It is relatively easy to become a member of Udemy and offer your own course and educational materials from their website. According to their website, they have educated over 46 million users and with this comes opportunity as an affiliate promoter. They offer training and skills development for individuals looking to start teaching courses via their platform but aren’t experienced or confident in their abilities yet. Let's explore how you can partner with Udemy to increase your own traffic. Now this isn’t always going to be an easy option for everyone. If you would like to start offering courses in order to increase traffic sign-ups with your unique affiliate link, then you will need to know what you're talking about. If you have a decent understanding of trading and financial knowledge, you can certainly use this to your advantage through Udemy, here’s how: 1. Promote your broker It is a pretty simple task to add your affiliate links and promoted brokers into your content and teaching. Try blend your recommendation with the context of the lesson at the time, as to make the suggestion seem less obvious to the learner. This can be done via backlinks in materials, direct verbal promotion or you can even design your entire course around the broker you want to promote. 2. Use your Broker When teaching trading, it can be lucrative to have your clients sign up using your unique affiliate link and then teach them using the platform as a place to demonstrate what you are trying to convey. Remember you can have endless Demo accounts to practice trading with EagleFX. This way, the clients sign up using your link and will most likely continue trading on this platform as they are aware of how to navigate it already, as well as use the various trading tools provided through EagleFX. You too can encourage this through your materials and strategies for trading. Another way to market via Udemy is to try partner up with existing teachers in fields that you know traders may participate in. You can promote the courses provided by these educators on your various platforms in return for them to promote your sign-up links during their classes and in their materials, they provide to their students. This creates and builds fundamental relationships with people who may benefit your career in multiple ways and vice versa. You never know what partnerships and new opportunities can arise in the future from networking. While it may be a niche area to extend your affiliate promoting into, every channel can make a difference especially in collaboration with other platforms you promote on. Not to mention the lasting relationships and business you can manifest through your new work acquaintances. Don’t forget you also have access to a marketing package with various banners, posters, flyers etc. that you can use when advertising to new potential sign-ups. Alternatively, contact your affiliate management department with any questions you may have. Get Started

Website building is a vibrant and dynamic project, which can be carried out by both experts and non-experts. As an affiliate, you can choose to build a website to promote your campaign. Don’t be put off by the technicalities of it, in this guide we’ll provide you with a checklist of everything you need to build your own website to drive more traffic to sign up using your EagleFX affiliate link. There are multiple ways to approach building a new website, and the best option for you could depend on numerous factors such as time, skill, and creativity. Here are three different methods to build a site: These days it is pretty easy to find a freelance web designer or a company that specializes in developing websites however you will also be required to pull your weight here. The designer will still need your guidance as to the content and general aesthetic you want. However, you won’t have to dedicate as much time to the build. One thing about this option to consider is the cost. Depending on the specifications you want for your website, the cost can vary according to the detail and time taken to create it. Be wary of very cheap quotes, you don’t want to ruin your reputation before you get off the ground. On the opposite side of the scale, take into consideration ongoing costs and the difficulties with operating a technically advanced website with intricate features that require maintenance. This is a great option as there are multiple companies like WordPress you can work with online. A simple google search will garner plenty of results however, you will need to find a hosting company as well in order to host your new website online. There are some technical sides to this process too, such as installing the open-source software as well as any necessary plugins required. However, the company you choose for the website build as well as the hosting will be able to guide you on the basics of these processes. To really make the most of open-source, some beginner knowledge on coding and a decent amount of time to dedicate can make a huge difference. Remember as it is open-source, you will be in charge of running any updates and maintaining the website yourself. With the right platform, you can build an effective yet simple website or a highly advanced and intricate website, which is great as you grow your market and evolve your business. This is a perfect option if you are just getting started and aren’t very technically savvy yet. This kind of site builder provides simple solutions for creating a great-looking platform for yourself. They’re designed to help non-experts at every stage, saving you time and costs by giving you a wide choice of templates that you can adapt to make your own. Technical skills are not a requirement although a good understanding of design will help you create an attractive site. In reality, website builders can help anyone create a professional-looking site. This option removes the need for coding knowledge, hosting platforms, and plug-ins because these features are built into the platform. If you require any assistance, you can always hire a designer to help you put together an exceptionally attractive website, to boost your campaign. While the final design and layout will be up to you as the creator, here are some suggestions to include on your website in order to diversify the intended audience and attract a larger market of people.   There are a great many ways to define and stylize your own brand and website, these are just a few to get you started. Take a look at our other articles here for more information on how best to market as an affiliate and make the most of various online platforms and advertising techniques. Don’t forget, we also provide promotional content you can use on your own site or other marketing channels you work with. For everything else, reach out to our specialty affiliate department and one of our dedicated managers will be happy to assist you. GET IN TOUCH

When it comes to having a successful affiliate campaign there are several areas one can promote sought-after information and reports. But how do you know that the information you are sharing is desired and relevant? How do you determine the difference between a trend and a rumour? Don’t panic, we are here to help clarify! Now don’t get confused here as there are two prominent meanings of the word trend in the financial sector. One being the general price movement of an asset in a particular and consistent direction. However, the other trend we are referring to for the sake of this article, is the kind that refers to a subject or topic of many social media posts, websites and applications within a short period of time. Simply put, a rumour is unverified information circulating in certain circles, usually considered ‘juicy’ information in order to have spreadable qualities. Sharing rumours on your platforms can be both beneficial as well as detrimental, it depends on the angle you take however there is the classic saying, ‘No publicity is bad publicity!’. Although, you don’t want to lose the trust of your audience by sharing farfetched information that can easily be debunked. In the financial sector, trust is everything. No one wants to risk their money for no reason, remember to do research and use common sense when practicing rumour-marketing. Due to algorithms controlling most of what we see in our feeds these days, staying on trend as an affiliate marketer is vital in order to generate traffic to your various promotional platforms. You need to know what people are reading and what is popular at that exact time in order to reach the largest audience. The same applies to rumours however these can be trickier as you need to wade through the click-bait and shock headlines to decipher if the rumour is worth sharing and relevant to your target audience. Email Marketing is a strategy that works in any industry, including that of trading. If you don’t have your own audience yet, most websites offer the possibility to buy a space in their newsletter for placing a banner with your affiliate link. Otherwise, you can make a deal for having your crafted email sent to their audience and promoting yourself and where you can be found online. This strategy might be costly though. The alternative is using platforms like Substack where you can run your own newsletter without the hassle of maintaining a website. The main effort is to write something that traders want to read and, contextually, share your affiliate links. Here is a practical list of ways to stay in the proverbial loop and make sure you are up-to-date with the emerging news and trends: Subscribe to as many relevant and useful websites or platforms that will send out regular newsletters, tips or signals on the latest trading and financial news. This keeps you in the know as well as provides clear indication to emerging trends as you can decipher popular topics through repetitive content received in these newsletters. If you are constantly seeing a certain person or company mentioned across multiple platforms then it may be a smart idea to follow their social medias and set notifications to go off as soon as they post something. What may be trending on Twitter may not be popular on Youtube, don’t throw all your eggs in one basket, make sure to diversify your platforms to have a full scope of the trending market. Making sure you get notified about breaking news events is vital. The earlier you are able to report on trends the better it can be at pulling traffic to your sites. Make sure your notifications are enabled and if this isn't an option for the relevant site, then set self-reminders when you expect prominent platforms to post new information. While investing and finance used to only really interest Wall Street folk and such, nowadays trading is much more accessible and available to millions worldwide and these millions aren’t only interested in finance. It can’t hurt to look into celebrities who influence and involve themselves in the financial market. Don’t be afraid to adorn your content with music or videos trending in the pop culture world, it may be a referral goldmine if you tap into the right market at the right time! Don’t have the time or energy to do any of the above? Well, there is always the option of paying a company for their researched trend reports. These businesses leverage big data, AI and human researchers to identify consumer insights and opportunities for business growth through taking advantage of trend statistics. Some of these companies are larger than others and their price for the service can reflect this. We recommend doing solid research and taking your time deciding which company to choose if this is the route you want to take. With the way the world operates, ignoring trends and rumours as an affiliate partner may not benefit your campaigns at all. Make use of the tools available around you daily to increase your affiliate earnings. At EagleFX, your affiliate manager can also contribute to your insights and available statistics. Feel free to reach out to our Affiliate department with any questions you have or materials you may be looking for Contact your Affiliate Manager today to learn more! GET IN TOUCH

One of the struggles many affiliates face is how to promote their affiliate links when they don’t have a website. Although having your own website is a fantastic place for sharing your content and promoting your affiliate links, it is not necessary for earning with affiliations. In fact, many affiliates do not have any websites yet they are extremely successful. In this article, you will find the best methods for leveraging your presence online and promoting your affiliate links without having a website. Social Networks are the go-to platforms for reaching thousands of people and growing an audience you can capitalize on. However, to be successful and grow a following, you have to create valuable content and be consistent long enough to be found by your ideal audience. You don’t need to trick the algorithm, rather you want to use it to your advantage. When stripped down at their core, social media’s purpose is to keep the users on their platform. Therefore, if you create content that keeps the users engaged, the algorithm will reward you with massive exposure. Every social network has its unique features and it's up to you to pick the one that matches your style, your skills and has the audience you want to engage with. For example, if you are good with pictures and infographics, Instagram and Pinterest might be your best choice. If you prefer professional written content, LinkedIn is second to none. It is also worth considering Telegram and Discord. These apps have been growing extensively in the last few years, especially amongst traders and investors. You can create your own groups/servers and populate it with your insights. If growing an audience on social media might seem daunting, you can join those platforms where people interested in trading congregate and share your unique insights. The main advantage of this strategy is that you don’t have to grow an audience because it is already there. On the other hand, you have to stand out from the crowd. Online forums are a popular choice for this strategy. Here you need to follow the conversations going on amongst members and bring your unique view on the subject to the table. In addition, most forums allow for signature links. This way you will have your affiliate link attached to any contribution you make to an online conversation. The modern alternatives to online forums are Telegram or Discord. You can easily explore these platforms and find groups focused on specific subjects. The drill is the same: share your valuable insights and promote your affiliate links. Having said that, avoid spamming your affiliate links rather place them strategically with your insights. The risk is possibly being banned and ruining your reputation right off the bat. If you are an expert on a specific topic, creating a course might be a smart way of killing two birds with one stone. On one side, you will have the proceeds from the course, on the other side you pave the way for building your authority and sharing your affiliate links with the students. As long as your course provides real value, your students will likely follow your advice for picking the platform you are affiliated with. Many websites allow you to create a course and start selling it. A search on Google will give you dozens of alternatives. Email Marketing is a strategy that works in any industry, including that of trading. If you don’t have your own audience yet, most websites offer the possibility to buy a space in their newsletter for placing a banner with your affiliate link. Otherwise, you can make a deal for having your crafted email sent to their audience and promoting yourself and where you can be found online. This strategy might be costly though. The alternative is using platforms like Substack where you can run your own newsletter without the hassle of maintaining a website. The main effort is to write something that traders want to read and, contextually, share your affiliate links. A time-tested method for exposing your affiliate link to a broad targeted audience is to publish fresh valuable content on someone else's websites. Guest blogging will help you to grow your authority in an industry and drive traffic to your social profiles or to the broker you are affiliated with. The very first step is to create a list of sites that your ideal audience trusts and then contact the owner to make a deal. There are multiple websites that will gladly accept giving you space in exchange for unique pieces of content. However, sometimes you will have to pay to get exposure to their audience, especially if the website is truly popular. Alternatively, you can use popular platforms like Medium and garner similar results. However, you will have to face some competition in order to have your content stand out. Being successful with affiliate marketing requires effort and consistency. This article presented time-tested strategies for promoting your affiliate link outside of a website. You might prefer one to another. However, the essential requirement is providing content that your audience value and being consistent long enough to be discovered. Don’t be afraid of sharing your thoughts and insights. It will take time to find your voice and your style, but you will be rewarded for your hard work and commitment. Visit our Affiliate Learning Center to stay up to date with strategies and tips on how to increase your earnings as an affiliate. GET IN TOUCH

Forex and CFD affiliate programs are seen as the most profitable in the affiliate industry. It is not uncommon to see affiliate partners making over $100k on commissions alone, especially when promoting an already well-established and reputable Broker such as EagleFX. There are several tricks and tips on how to run a successful campaign and grow your referrals to the size of your liking. In this article we have explored 5 vital points that can consistently earn you high commissions and generate significant traffic to the platforms that you promote EagleFX on. This is an area that can easily be overlooked due to the large quantity of sites and platforms offering guest articles, sometimes free and sometimes paid as well. It is in your best interest to do a fair amount of research on the websites and platforms you are planning on collaborating with. A good starting point is to try only guest post on websites with a DA (Domain Authority) of over 40. This naturally results in a good reputation. It can enhance your credibility and improve your expertise. Ultimately you want to be in the position of thought leader in your respective industry. Collaborating with platforms that generate a minimum of 10k in traffic to their site will benefit you greatly. Not only are more people naturally able to find and read your articles, creating more organic sign-ups with your referral link, you will also generate more traffic to your own websites and platforms. All the visitors to your respective channels will help establish you as a market leader in terms of opinion and information. It is also a way for potential sign-ups to see the quality of your work and perhaps offer you money to guest on your platforms. Wanting to associate themselves with you is a good reflection that you are doing things well but remember not to compromise the quality for quantity. CTAs or ‘Call to Actions’ are subtly embedded back links that every established promoter knows about and uses. It is a simple yet very effective way of generating more traffic as well as promoting previous or linked articles with helpful information you know your traffic will appreciate. Try to include at least one of these back links in your posts, generally in the body of the text. Remember to make it flow naturally and relate to your content as opposed to stuffing the article for the sake of SEO. WHAT IS SEO? One of the best things you can do for yourself is research. It is very difficult to sound technically reliable and trustworthy without having a good understanding of the industry you are partnered with. Take your time to read and relate to the content you want to push. EagleFX offers an array of articles and promotional materials all designed to help you understand and effectively promote the Broker on multiple channels of communication, giving you all the required tools to succeed. Usually placed at the bottom of your guest post, this is a small but significant tool you can leverage to your benefit. Remember to include your full name and any relevant links to your own sites and platforms. Don’t overwrite the description, keep it short but bold in order to pique curiosity, taking your audience from interested to invested. GET IN TOUCH

Pinterest and Telegram are 2 platforms that stand out when it comes to attracting millions of users interested in online trading. However, many affiliates underestimate the impact these platforms can have on their affiliate earnings. In this guide we will explore Pinterest and Telegram from an affiliate point of view and show you the best approach for both these platforms in order to increase your affiliate earnings. Pinterest is a social media network based on visual content and is successfully used by designers, businesses, teachers, real estate brokers as well as traders to promote their businesses. On Pinterest, you can share your own personal content or external content. The platform lets you pin or collect images from the internet that, along with your content, make your board. As with Facebook or Instagram, Pinterest users can like and share pins with their friends. The more engagement your pins receive, the higher they will rank in the organic search. Now that you know what Pinterest is and how it works, let's discover how to use Pinterest to increase your affiliate earnings. The greatest advantage of Pinterest for affiliates is that pictures on Pinterest allow direct links. When someone clicks on your content, they are immediately redirected to the link you embedded in the content. It can be your website or a direct link to your broker. You can gain exposure on Pinterest by creating engaging photos, videos, infographics and sharing them on your board. You can also use the affiliate material that our broker offers. Take note that if your pin promotes a product or service you are affiliated with, you must disclose it. ACCESS AFFILIATE MATERIAL As a video and image-based platform, being successful on Pinterest requires your content to be well designed and provide valuable information. Many traders share trading tips, trading strategies, technical analysis, macroeconomic analysis, charts with their view on a market or on a specific instrument. It all boils down to your style and your expertise on the subject. Additionally, you want to arrange the content on your board in a way that can be easily navigated and understood by your audience. Lastly, interact. By interacting with users and other creators, you can push your account further. This will get you free exposure to new audiences and possibly drive new followers. All in all, Pinterest is a powerful platform that is naively underestimated by many. Especially if you are already active on similar platforms or don’t have a website, Pinterest can really help grow your affiliate earnings. Now that you have a clear picture of Pinterest, we will move on to what Telegram has to offer. Telegram is a messaging platform similar to WhatsApp that grew predominantly in the last 5 years. It has a clean design and incorporates unique functionalities that make its usage extremely engaging. One of these functions is Telegram groups. These are group-chats that aggregate Telegram users interested in a specific subject. Traders and investors interested in the financial markets use Telegram groups to share news and insights as well as trading strategies. There are mainly three types of groups/channels: If you want to grow your affiliate earnings with Telegram, your focus has to be directed to groups and channels. Let's discover how. As an affiliate, you have 2 predominant strategies to increase your earnings: Create your own group Within your group/channel you will share your insights (charts, pictures, messages, articles, video) related to a subject you know well. The aim is to provide value and become trustworthy in the eyes of those who follow you. Additionally, any time your content is particularly interesting, your reader will naturally share them with other users and channels, ultimately promoting your group for free. If you are consistent enough, in a short time you will build an audience with whom you can share your affiliate links. Interact in other groups Alternatively, you can join other larger groups and interact and share your expert insights. Many groups also allow users to share their affiliate links. The last tip is to use a strategic profile picture that drives trust and a catchy description for both your profile and your channel. In the description you can also add your affiliate link, although it can’t be clicked through. Pinterest and Telegram are platforms worth considering because they specifically attract users already interested in trading and financial markets. Choose the platform that you find most suitable to your expertise and start sharing your unique insights. Keep visiting our Affiliate Learning Center to stay up to date on how to grow your affiliate earnings AFFILIATE LEARNING CENTER

With over 1 billion active monthly users and more than 500 million daily users, Instagram is the perfect place for leveraging your affiliate marketing efforts. However, being an extremely populated platform, standing out on Instagram requires commitment and strategy. This guide cuts to the chase, giving you practical advice and tips to improve your Instagram presence and boost your affiliate earnings. If you scroll through Instagram celebrities' profiles, you may be led to believe that in order to be successful you need hundreds of thousands of followers. While this might be true for some industries, the same requirement does not apply for creators in the financial markets industry. In fact, “micro-influencers” can raise significant earnings out of their audience. Micro-influencers are profiles with as few as 2k followers that, despite their small audience, have high levels of engagement with users. Contrary to celebrities, micro-influencers develop a closer personal relationship with their audience. Thus, your starting point is building a small following with whom you have a close relationship. Additionally, thanks to the Multi-Tier affiliate scheme available with EagleFX, your earnings may really surprise you. In the next section, you will find actionable tips for creating a following as fast as possible while promoting your affiliate links. Choose a niche. Pick a field where you are good enough to provide unique insights. That can be a market (the stock market) as well as an industry (cryptocurrencies). Make quality content. Whether you post a video, a chart or an infographic, your content has to provide value to your audience. Don’t overstress. Being good with content might take a while. Keep working until you find your true voice and garner a larger audience. The Algorithm is your friend. As Algorithms improve daily, you will have a hard time trying to cheat them and get “viral” growth. On the contrary, if you produce valuable content for your audience (what the algorithm wants) you will get massive exposure. Craft good captions. The purpose of captions is to engage with your readers. You can tell a story, elaborate on your content or encourage interaction from readers. Remember to use CTA frequently and break up the paragraph. Be active within your niche. Social Media is supposed to be “social”. If you want to grow an audience even quicker, interact with other profiles in your niche and answer comments and private messages. Use hashtags mindfully. Hashtags are made to tag your content with a theme. Pick a mix between small and large hashtags. Stay authentic. With most profiles showing a glamorous, idealistic life, showing your true side will make you trustworthy and let you stand out. On Instagram, content creators have multiple tools to showcase their expertise. However, each format has its own rules. Here’s a practical breakdown on how to use them right. Posts: Posts are your main piece of content and are where you demonstrate your expertise. They can educate, inspire or entertain your audience. Think of your reader when you create them. Stories: Stories are supposed to show your daily life and thoughts. Use them to share your most authentic side. Moreover, stories disappear after 24hrs so don’t overthink them. Reels: With reels you can showcase your most creative side. Use them to create engaging videos with multiple effects. While the quality of your content and your consistency are by far the real elements that will define your success, it is worth optimizing your profile in order to maximize its effectiveness. Picture: Use a picture that shows your authority and makes you recognizable. Profile description: This is a simple yet effective formula. Tell your audience “Who you are, what you do and why they should follow you.” Highlights: These are past stories that you make visible on your profile. Use them strategically. Let viewers see what’s in it for them when they follow you and what subjects you talk about. You can also use the Highlights to place your affiliate links, making it convenient for your audience to locate them later on. Profile Feed: This is the homepage of your profile. New users will land here and establish if what you have to say is worth their attention. Curate your profile feed to give it an identity and a recognizable general theme. Unfortunately, Instagram limits the possibility for creators to promote links that bring users outside of the platform. However, you have some methods for pushing your affiliate links and capitalizing on your audience. The first location for placing your affiliate link is your Bio. You can either use a direct link to the broker or your website (if you have one). If you need to place more links, you can use a link aggregator that will open a page with all the hyperlinks you are interested in promoting. Alternatively, you can place your affiliate link at the end of your caption and, as stated earlier, in the Highlights section of your profile. Although it can’t be clicked, it might be memorized or copy-pasted in the browser’s search bar. Finally, you can use the swipe up function. This is the most convenient way for moving users outside of Instagram. However, this feature is only available for accounts with 10k+ followers. Instagram is a fantastic platform for growing an audience. As we learned, affiliates in the trading niche do not need hundreds of thousands of followers to get high returns. Additionally, with the EagleFX Commission scheme, even a few hundred followers can be a strong foundation for earning through promoting your affiliate business. Contact your Affiliate Manager today to learn more! GET IN TOUCH

It’s no secret that TikTok is the next big thing. The app has exploded in popularity over the last few years, amassing more than 800 million active users in over 150 countries. It offers quick snackable bites of content from a variety of niche communities ranging from dance, beauty and comedy to food, fashion and even trading. The videos garner around 17 billion monthly views with users spending an average of 46 minutes per day in the app. Leveraging TikTok to promote your EagleFX affiliate link is a surefire way to grow your revenue as the app helps build trust and authority. However, it is important to create content that is engaging as sign-ups often come down to the number of impressions you get on your videos. In this article, we will be breaking down how to build a strong TikTok account to take your Affiliate strategy to the next level. Be Consistent One of the best ways to grow your TikTok channel is by uploading videos multiple times a day. Posting frequently will allow you to expand your reach and increase engagement. It will also give your followers something to look forward to as they become more familiar with your content. However, it is important to ensure that there is some variety in the TikTok content you post each day. As your account gains popularity, it will rise in the TikTok algorithm rankings, helping you reach an even larger audience. Keep Up with Trends Participating in TikTok trends isn’t only about engaging with users but it is also a great opportunity to jump-start your presence on the platform by tapping into the algorithm. Dive into the latest trends by scrolling through your For You page and taking note of songs or sounds that keep getting featured in videos. You should also stay up to date with current affairs and see how you can incorporate relevant events into your videos, ensuring your content remains relevant and timely. Utilizing Hashtags TikTok hashtags help organize uploads by category making it easier for users to discover collections of content they are interested in. As such they are a fantastic tool to help grow your following by using a combination of relevant trending hashtags, business-specific hashtags and general hashtags when creating your videos. Such as #EagleFX, #forex, #forextrader, #forexlifestyle and #trading. You can stay up to date with more of the latest trending hashtags by either scrolling through your For You Page or by using a free online TikTok hashtag generator. Engage Your Audience The TikTok algorithm serves users posts they engage with, as such they are more likely to see videos similar to posts they have previously liked or shared. The algorithm also takes into account watch time, meaning that if users watch a video in full, it will be pushed for further distribution across other feeds. Whereas if viewers are constantly scrolling past a video, it will be pushed down in the algorithm and have little to no visibility outside the creator’s current following. To avoid this, try to capture users’ attention by introducing a clever hook within the first three seconds of your video. Holding their attention till the end of the video is a little trickier but here are some helpful tips:   Live video streaming is the perfect way to build a loyal fanbase as it gives you the chance to connect with your followers in real-time. It also provides the opportunity to discuss topics more in-depth since there are no time restrictions imposed. It is important however to incorporate hashtags in the title of your live streams to make them more noticeable. The right hashtags will expose your videos to people who are interested in your type of content through push notifications, expanding your reach and conversion opportunities. TikTok is the perfect avenue for your affiliate marketing strategy to flourish as it offers loads of opportunities to expand your reach and create long-lasting relationships with your followers through engaging content. The key is to develop a fun and captivating approach that will resonate with the TikTok audience and bring you long-term business rewards. Level up your affiliate strategy and grow with TikTok today! GET IN TOUCH

Social Media has become an intrinsic part of our daily life, affecting how we communicate, work and enjoy free time. As for affiliation, social media is by far the most useful tool that affiliates can use to increase their earnings. The platforms that affiliates use to promote their work, engage with their audience and grow their following is extremely valuable for brands seeking to tap in to new demographics. And since personal relationships formed through social networks carry more weight than direct messaging from brands, it’s easy to see why affiliation and social media go hand-in-hand! But it’s not enough to assume that your efforts are reaching the targets you set. Rather, you should measure the levels of audience engagement in order to maximise your reach and improve your EagleFX affiliate campaign. How? Well, there are many tools available to help you measure your audience engagement and understand the data you gather as an affiliate. In this article, we’ll be looking at some of the most efficient and effective ways to measure your audience engagement. Count Likes, Shares and Comments Probably the most obvious metric you can use as an affiliate are the likes, comments and share count on your posts. Almost all social media platform come with these features, which provide an immediate and public overview of the audience engagement. As the owner of a page, you will also be able to see the reach of your posts in comparison to the engagement, ie. How many people saw your post vs. How many people reacted to it through a like, share or comment. Monitor Audience Growth Rate The second metric that you should monitor is the rate at which your audience grows, which is most easily measured by increasing followers. You may notice a sharp increase or decrease in followers after posting a certain type of content, or you may find that your follower account has been stable for too long. You can try to post different types of posts, alter the format of your posts, approach different topics or even change the frequency of your posts. Don’t be afraid to change things up, as social media is all about new trends. Measure your Followers vs. Following Count One of the most important things to notice on your social media profiles is the number of followers you have compared to the number of people you’re following. While this may not count for Facebook, which does not display the number of pages you’re following to your followers, it is very important for Instagram and Twitter users in particular. Ideally, there should be a balance between these numbers so that you can maintain a professional persona. Identify Active vs. Passive Followers The majority of social media users are passive ones, who simply follow people and pages just to keep tabs on any major updates. The few users who participate more actively are incredibly valuable to a business, however. You can spot these fans by noticing who comments on your posts, reviews your services or shares your content. These followers are the ones who will be able to pass on the word and recommend your services to their own networks, so it will be beneficial to maintain good relationships with them. Analyse Audience Demographics With audience demographics readily available, you can get to know who your viewers are, where they’re coming from and what they are interested in. Through these analytics, you can curate your campaigns to achieve better results and drive more traffic through your EagelFX affiliate link. What’s more, EagleFX provides free in-depth analytics to track your campaign performance, as well as a dedicated affiliate manager to help you interpret the data and enhance your profits. Contact your Affiliate Manager today to learn more! GET IN TOUCH

Why is Word of Mouth Marketing a Goldmine for Affiliates? As an affiliate, social media is undoubtedly one of the most valuable tools you can use to promote your campaign and drive more traffic to your EagleFX affiliate link. Social media platforms have changed the communication game, making it possible for individuals to broadcast messages to the masses, empowering individuals and creating endless opportunities to use social networks for your benefit. As technologies develop and societies evolve drastically, there’s one truth that has never changed: humans can build trust between themselves more than machines. Indeed, a product or service recommendation coming from someone we know and trust, or even a stranger over the internet posting a genuine review, remains one of the most effective ways to up sales. We’re talking about Word-of-Mouth Marketing, or WOMM, of course. A concept that predates the internet, which has only grown more and more important as time goes on. It’s a little bit of a paradox; the more tools and channels that become available to promote a product, the more valuable WOMM becomes. In daily life, people are inundated with messaging coming directly from brands. It can be draining at times, but what is almost 100% effective is a simple recommendation from another individual you can relate to. Social Media and Word of Mouth Marketing Think about a time when you were looking to purchase a new product or service – who was the first person you turned to? In most cases, serious decision-making leads us to ask a friend or family member who has either gone through a similar experience or whose advice you can always rely on. If you don’t have somebody who knows what you need, you may turn to forums, review sites or social media to read what people are saying about the product you’ve got your eye on. In short: never underestimate the value of WOMM! With the introduction of social media, an individual’s IRL network consisting of close friends and family suddenly became much, much larger. As a result, users can turn towards their online peers for advice, be it as an extension of their real-life network or a replacement for it! Using Word of Mouth Marketing for Affiliation By now, you should understand that what people say about you and the product you promote is just as important – if not more important – than what you try to tell them. Nonetheless, it’s still crucial that your WOMM aligns with the other methods of advertising that you’re using, such as banner ads, email marketing and blog posts. This will not only increase the credibility of those ads but also leave a longer-lasting impact in the minds of your audience. You can do this in many ways, such as:   Expand your Network to Increase Affiliate Earnings As an affiliate, you can refer new traders to become affiliates themselves. In this way, you’ll earn a commission from your direct referrals, as well as any referrals brought in by your clients for up to 5-levels within the EagleFX 5-Tier Commission structure. To get your clients excited about affiliation, you can share your knowledge and experience with them and help guide them to signing up for the program too. Want to know more? Contact your dedicated EagleFX affiliate manager to get inspired! GET IN TOUCH! Remember to Listen. WOMM is a two-way street. Word of Mouth Marketing is more than simply getting people to hype up your product or service. If you want to make the most out of this strategy, you need to follow the conversation, understand what your audience wants, engage with your community and provide assistance where possible. Communication is key to building trust in WOMM, both in real life and on social media! A simple and effective way to create a two-way communication channel is by responding and interacting with client messages and reviews. This will keep your client happy while also attracting new clients if your responses are effective. While a good review of your service goes a long way, the same can be said of negative reviews. What’s posted on social media, stays on social media. So, you want to ensure that your clients are content at all times! Another strategy for good WOMM is by encouraging user-generated content. By sharing posts, commenting or contacting your audience members directly, you can become part of the conversation. If you’re wondering what your audience is thinking, just ask! Why not start an Instagram live discussion, or post interactive polls o Facebook? Let’s start the conversation! The best time to start working on your WOMM is now. Get in touch with your very own affiliate manager to discuss how you can use social media to improve your strategy and increase your affiliate earnings! CONTACT US!