Affiliate Marketing & Side Hustles on the Doug.Show Do Affiliate Links Work Anymore - DS574
Jul 21, 2025
Explore the evolving world of affiliate links and their effectiveness in today's market. Delve into the challenges of starting a side hustle amidst rising competition and the impact of AI-generated content on niche sites. Discover strategies to boost engagement on platforms like YouTube, including optimizing titles and the value of live streaming. The discussion also touches on the art of selling affiliate products while maintaining authenticity and connection with your audience.
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Low Affiliate Link Conversions
- Doug shares his experience with affiliate links on his Mile Hi-Fi podcast and email list, noting low conversion despite decent audience size.
- He contrasts this with a friend's travel business where affiliate marketing might work better due to aligned audience interest.
Outdated Side Hustle Advice
- Common online side hustle ideas are often outdated and AI-generated lists can spread misinformation.
- Blogs as a starting side hustle are mostly not viable today, except for long-established ones with loyal audiences.
AI Content Limits for Experts
- AI-generated content often recycles low-quality, non-expert information, making it unreliable for in-depth research.
- Experts can easily spot inaccuracies, but beginners might be misled by superficially adequate AI overviews.