Google Ads Affiliate Marketing: My Proven 7-Year Strategy (ft. Aaron Young)

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Introduction

Welcome back! Today, I have the absolute pleasure of having Ivon Mner here on the channel.

Introduction

Ivon, thanks for joining us. Can you provide a brief update on your background in affiliate marketing within the last 30 seconds?

Ivon: Sure! First of all, thanks for having me, Aaron. I've seen some of your top-notch Google Ads videos, and it's an honor to be here. Although my name is spelled Ivan, it's pronounced Ivon. I've been doing affiliate marketing for the past seven years, starting with Google Ads and later branching out into Microsoft, Facebook, and native ads.

Misconceptions in Affiliate Marketing

Misconception

What's the biggest misconception people have about affiliate marketing, especially from the affiliate marketer's perspective?

Ivon: The common misconception is that affiliate marketing is an overnight success. It's far from it. Many people message me saying, "Ivon, here's my last $ 100. Which course should I buy or which campaign should I run?" My response is always to get a steady income first because affiliate marketing requires investment and patience. Ads that promise quick riches contribute to this misconception.

Aaron: That's so true. Many people overestimate what they can achieve in a year but underestimate what they can achieve in ten years. That's been my experience too.

Choosing the Right Products

Can you walk us through your process for selecting an affiliate marketing product?

Ivon: A winning product has high demand. I look at the gravity score on platforms like ClickBank, which indicates how many affiliates have successfully sold a product in the last 30 days. I focus on niches with high demand—health, wealth, and relationships—and choose products that pay out over $ 100 in commission.

Account Suspensions

Another issue people face is their campaigns getting blocked by Google. How often does this happen, and why?

Ivon: It doesn't happen as often as people think; you mostly hear from those who face suspensions. There are many factors involved, some out of our control. However, following Google guidelines, avoiding poor-quality landing pages, and ensuring robust security can help.

Building Successful Campaigns

Step-by-Step Campaign Structure

Can you walk me through your process of setting up successful campaigns?

Ivon: Sure. My process can be broken down into three steps:

  1. Pick a product that is in high demand and offers decent commissions.
  2. Create a website or landing page, often a review site for the product.
  3. Create a Google search campaign using relevant keywords.

Capturing Leads

Do you use any strategies to capture leads who don’t purchase right away?

Ivon: Absolutely. It’s essential to capture emails because most people don’t buy on their first visit. I usually send people to a thank you page asking them to check their email for more details. In the email, I can introduce the affiliate product.

Expanding Your Reach

Within Google Ads, do you use other types of campaigns like Display or Performance Max?

Ivon: I always start with search campaigns. If those perform well, I expand into Display and YouTube campaigns.

YouTube Campaigns

Can you talk about your YouTube advertising strategy?

Ivon: It depends on your niche. For marketing products, showing yourself on video works best. I had one of my first big sales from a video about ClickFunnels. I recorded myself talking about the product and ran ads against it.

Budgeting for Success

What advice would you give someone about to start their Google Ads campaign?

Ivon: Set a daily budget you’re comfortable with potentially losing because this field is all about experimentation. From my experience, about 20-30% of campaigns turn out profitable.

Earnings Timeline

Can you give a realistic roadmap for earning in affiliate marketing?

Ivon: After the first year, aim for a $ 1,000 profit. In the second year, you could see $ 5,000 to $ 10,000 in profit. By the fifth year, you could realistically earn $ 50,000 to $ 100,000 in profit. Focus on continual learning.

Are there any predictions for the future of affiliate marketing?

Ivon: The future is in automation and AI. Google Ads may eventually become so automated that you only pay for conversions, and Google takes care of the rest.

Conclusion

Thanks, Ivon, for sharing your insights. For anyone interested in learning more from Ivon, you can find all his profiles and resources in the video description.

Keywords

  • Affiliate Marketing
  • Google Ads
  • Ivon Mner
  • ClickBank
  • Search Campaigns
  • AI Automation

FAQ

Q: What is a common misconception about affiliate marketing? A: Many people believe it's an overnight success, but it usually takes time and investment.

Q: How do you choose the right affiliate products? A: Look for products with high demand, using platforms like ClickBank, and ensure they offer high commissions.

Q: Why do Google Ads campaigns get suspended? A: Various factors, including poor-quality websites or circumvention policies. Follow Google guidelines to minimize risks.

Q: What should your budget be when starting out? A: Set a budget you’re comfortable losing, as this is a field full of experimentation.

Q: How much can you realistically earn in affiliate marketing? A: You could aim for $ 1,000 profit in the first year, $ 5,000 to $ 10,000 in the second year, and $ 50,000 to $ 100,000 by the fifth year.

Q: What are future trends in affiliate marketing? A: Increased automation and AI, with Google Ads possibly evolving to handle all aspects of the campaign.