Why 95% of Affiliate Websites Fail: A Reality Check for Students, Freelancers, and Marketing Interns
Dark Reality of Affiliate Marketing Affiliate marketing is usually sold as the easiest way to make money online. On social, you hear about all the people that are making it in thousands every month from affiliate websites. But here is another side of the story: there is hardly a word regarding the fact that almost 95% of affiliate portals do not bring in anything substantial. Whether you are a student looking for some online side hustle, freelancer trying to develop other sources of income along with your freelance career or digital marketing intern focusing on building skills in the field of digital marketing - understanding these common mistakes can save you months (or even years) down the line. 1. Choosing a Niche Based on Money, Not Interest The number one reason an affiliate website fails is poor niche selection. A lot of newcomers get into very competitive niches (like finance, health or technology) just because they heard there is money in them. Because they have no inte...