Hi there! It’s a pleasure to see you’ve stumbled upon Simon’s Corner here at affiliatesagogo.com. This place is more than just a website, it’s a space where I share everything I’ve learned about affiliate marketing strategies. But who am ‘I’, you ask? Well, I’m Simon, an experienced teacher and, let’s say, a night time web wizard in the intriguing world of affiliate marketing.
By way of introduction, I’m not your average marketer. Picture this: a fifty-something substitute teacher by day, fostering young minds, and an affiliate marketer by night, navigating the vast seas of the internet. I’ve always believed that there’s more to life than the 9 to 5 grind. This belief has propelled me into reading every affiliate marketing book I could get my hands on and pottering in the digital garden of online opportunities.
You’re going to find out about my trials and tribulations in the working world, my hustle to create a more satisfying career path, and how I’ve blended my love for the simple joys in life, like tending to my garden allotment, with the complexities of navigating affiliate marketing. You see, affiliate marketing represents a way out – it’s the strategy I’ve learned to leverage for a life of growth, choices, and freedom.
And let’s not forget football—my dedication to Liverpool F.C. knows no bounds, with over 35 years of support echoed by a treasured season ticket at Anfield. But you might wonder, what does football have to do with affiliate marketing? Well, it’s all about passion, perseverance, and being part of a community, and I bring those same principles to my work online. These are just glimpses of the life that powers the person behind ‘Affiliates A Go Go’.
I hope you’re ready to dive into the deep end of affiliate marketing alongside me. In the following section, we’ll explore how my experiences in the 9 to 5 world, coupled with MLM ventures, have shaped the marketer I am today and how I’ve found my fit with affiliate marketing. A fit that complements my lifestyle, honours my values and satisfies my quest for something different, something uniquely mine.
Ventures Beyond the Classroom: Embracing Affiliate Marketing
So, how did I go from grading papers to clicking affiliate links? Well, I wear two hats: by day, I’m a substitute teacher, but as the sun sets, I morph into the mastermind behind Affiliates A Go Go. It’s not just about chasing another paycheck; it’s about forging a path that resonates with me and having the freedom to choose how I work.
You might find it interesting to learn about my first encounters with the world of direct sales, long before I carved a niche in affiliate marketing. Back in the day, I took a shot at multi-level marketing (MLM) with heavy hitters like Amway, Kleeneze, and Utility Warehouse (UW). Yes, I witnessed firsthand how the MLM model can work wonders for some, but let’s be honest, it wasn’t my cup of tea. With MLM, it’s often a game of persuasion and persistence. That’s a valuable skill set, but I realized I needed a platform where my voice could be heard on my own terms.
And that’s when affiliate marketing and I crossed paths. The beauty of this approach? It’s all about crafting a message and sharing it with the world. There’s no knocking on doors required. Neither is there any need to get in front of people that you know to persuade them to check out the excellent products and services that are on offer. from all three companies – heck, I still get my electricity… and gas… and phone line… and internet AND mobile from UW. But sell the company to others, nope.
My transition to Affiliate Marketing wasn’t just about shedding the old suit and tie; it was about embracing a model where I don’t just talk AT people, I talk TO them. Whether through my website, a cool YouTube video, or even a TikTok clip, I get to create content that matters, content that folks actually want to tune into.
So why Wealthy Affiliate, you ask? Because it was here I found the tools to turn my passion into something tangible. They opened my eyes to the potential of affiliate marketing – a way to present those clickable links in a way that’s genuine and offers real value. No coercion, no awkward face-to-face pitches. Just me, my laptop, and an audience that chooses to listen.
All Work and No Play: The Other Side of Simon
I’m not all about affiliate links and marketing strategies. When the laptop shuts down, you’ll catch me with a book (or, more likely, my Kindle) in hand or tending to my garden and allotment. These simple joys keep me grounded and inspire a lot of what I do. I firmly believe that a creative outlet and a connection to nature can rejuvenate the mind, so I throw myself into these hobbies with the same fervour I dedicated to Liverpool F.C. over the years.
Speaking of Liverpool F.C., my commitment runs deep and I’ve been cheering from the Kop with a season ticket for over three decades! There’s something about the thrill of the game and being part of the pulsing crowd at Anfield that’s indescribable. This sense of community and shared passion translates into the tight-knit affiliate circles I foster at Affiliates A Go Go.
I hope that getting to know the person behind the site has given you a better understanding of my approach and ethos. Balancing affiliate marketing strategies with my personal life has enriched both avenues, and I’m eager to share this harmony with you. Whether you’re a marketing pro or a green-thumbed bookworm like me, there’s a space for you here. Let’s grow together in our gardens and in our businesses!