Joddie Tried It

Four Months In | My Amazon Influencer Program Experience and Earnings Breakdown

A few months ago, I dove into the Amazon Influencer Program on the episode: Discovering Amazon Reviewing: Joddie Taylor Tries Elly Watson's Course⁠ [https://geni.us/DyJb1] . And guess what? I've got updates galore! THANK YOU to the person who commented asking for an update. Here ya go! 🎧 IN THIS EPISODE: 🔍 How many shoppable videos do I have up? 💰 How much I've earned in the past 4.5 months 📊 Insight into clicks, conversions, and commissions 🎥 My experience with Amazon Lives and Creator Connections 📦 Getting free samples from brands and higher commission rates I also give a rundown of the highs and lows so far. Spoiler alert: the $50-a-day dream? It has not panned out. But there's been a lot of learning along the way! PLEASE NOTE: I am an Amazon Associate and Amazon Influencer, and if you click on one of my Amazon affiliate links and make a qualifying purchase, I will earn a commission. (At no additional cost to you!) LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED: 1. This episode is an update to the Joddie Tried It Podcast: Discovering Amazon Reviewing: Joddie Taylor Tries Elly Watson's Course [https://geni.us/DyJb1] 2. SHOP ⁠Joddie's Amazon Storefront ⁠ [https://geni.us/CrmKro] 3. Elly Watson's Amazon Influencer Course [https://geni.us/J8w5abL] | The course that I took and got me started as an Amazon Influencer 4. Missing the Boat Online Monetization Trends [https://geni.us/0dAeTa]| Joddie Tried It Podcast 5. 7 YouTubers to Follow for Amazon Insights [https://geni.us/ckFu] | Joddie Tried It Podcast 6. Amazon Review Videos vs Shoppable Videos | A Guide for Amazon Influencers [https://geni.us/bgFB] | Kathleen Kobel 7. Creator Connections | FULL TUTORIAL | Amazon Influencer Program [https://geni.us/R1RJjoD] | My Favorite Things - Not a Real Influencer YouTube Channel JODDIE'S YOUTUBE PLAYLISTS MENTIONED: 1. $$ MAKING MONDAYS [https://geni.us/PafGEcr] | My six-week series tracking how much money I made from side hustles. 2. MICROBUSINESS DIARIES [https://geni.us/RVyhV] | Ongoing series sharing my journey with microbusiness endeavors. 3. AMAZON PRODUCT REVIEWS [https://geni.us/H9Ys2A] | A playlist featuring some of my Amazon shoppable videos. Do you have more questions re: my experience with the Amazon Influencer Program? Leave a comment and I'll respond in a future episode! TOOLS I USE TO MAKE MY VIDEOS & PODCAST EPISODES: 1. Google Pixel 8 Pro [https://geni.us/RPBVV4] | I use my smartphone to film videos and record podcast episodes. *I use Google FI's plan [https://geni.us/qyrwj ] because the monthly billing is pay-what-you-use only #referrallink 2. ATUMTEK 51" Selfie Stick Tripod [https://geni.us/l9XaSn]| This tripod has been indispensable for getting the right angle for filming or acting as my "cameraman" 3. iMovie (for editing) [https://geni.us/UuJ7] | For editing my podcast episodes and videos to lessen background noise and enhance my voice. For videos, it also helps with lighting. 4. CastMagic [https://get.castmagic.io/oo4c53lqqj50 ] (An AI-powered tool that turns my audio & video into show notes) 5. My chill and unique vibe^^ AND staying hydrated with my Stanley Quencher H2.0 Tumbler [https://geni.us/Kp2YB ] THANKS FOR LISTENING! PLEASE LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS! LET'S CONNECT: Joddie on TikTok [https://geni.us/IUP1] Joddie on YouTube [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ] AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Some links on Joddie Tried It Podcast [https://geni.us/Fz6V0i]and my YouTube channel ( @joddietaylor [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ]) are affiliate links at no additional cost. I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I love or believe might be useful to you.

7 YouTubers to Follow for Amazon Influencer Insights

RESOURCES/MENTIONED: 1. SHOP MY AMAZON STOREFRONT  [https://geni.us/1MNC8O] 2. Elly Watson Amazon Courses (links below) 3. My Zenwise #ad [https://geni.us/EA2N] through Amazon Influencer's Creator Connections - a free program that connects brands with influencers and associates to promote products and earn higher commissions. (After I recorded this episode, I received free samples from the brand which are featured in the aforementioned #ad/video.) AMAZON AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Please note that I am an Amazon Associate and Influencer. If you click through and make a qualifying purchase, I will earn a commission at no additional cost. I only recommend products I use, love, or think might interest you.  7 YouTubers to Follow for Amazon Influencer Insights 1. Kathleen Kobel [https://www.youtube.com/@kathleenkobel] | Check out her channel for Amazon Influencer Program (AIP) trends, including LIVE Friday sessions. 2. My Favorite Things - Not a Real Influencer [https://www.youtube.com/@myfavoritethingsnotreal/featured] | Jourdan | An excellent resource for newbie Amazon Influencers with explanations and How-to advice.  3. Mercedes Gomez [https://www.youtube.com/@mercedesgomeznow/videos] | This channel is for if you want to hear about side hustle trends, AIP, monthly income reports, etc, 4. Nakisha Wynn [https://www.youtube.com/@NakishaWynn/videos] | Tons of resources for content creators, including AIP material. 5. Alex Camp [https://www.youtube.com/@agentalexcamp/videos] | Monthly AIP income updates 6. Dina Lu | 1ST MONTH RESULTS: Amazon Influencer Program 💸 how much I made, is it worth it, beginner tips [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5dP_guaYBo&t=2s] 7. Andrea | Amazon Influencer Program Creator Connections - Everything you've ever wanted to know! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cg2XH7Uv490] INTERESTED IN BECOMING AN AMAZON INFLUENCER? Become an Amazon Product Reviewer [https://ellywatso.com/?am_id=joddie] | This course helped me become an Amazon Influencer! | Elly Watson  If you already have an Amazon Storefront and are ready to take it to the next level, check out Elly's course: Amazon Influencer LEVEL UP  [https://ellywatso.com/sale?am_id=joddie4350] Please note that I am an Amazon Associate and Influencer. If you click through and make a qualifying purchase, I will earn a commission at no additional cost. I only recommend products I use, love, or think might interest you. TOOLS I USE TO MAKE THIS PODCAST & MY YOUTUBE VIDEOS:   1. Google Pixel 8 Pro [https://geni.us/RPBVV4] | I use my smartphone to film videos and record podcast episodes. 2. ATUMTEK 51" Selfie Stick Tripod [https://geni.us/l9XaSn] | This tripod has been indispensable for getting the right angle for filming or acting as my "cameraman" in front of the camera.  3. iMovie [https://geni.us/UuJ7]  |  I use iMovie to edit my podcast episodes and videos, lessen background noise, and enhance my voice. It also helps with video lighting. 4. CastMagic [https://get.castmagic.io/oo4c53lqqj50] | An AI-powered tool that turns my audio & video into show notes 5. My chill and unique vibe^^  AND staying hydrated with my Stanley Quencher H2.0 Tumbler  [https://geni.us/Kp2YB] | He he he, but seriously, it's always nearby when I am recording anything. (If you wanna be twinz get yours in the color Mist, too) 😜 SHOP MY AMAZON STOREFRONT  [https://geni.us/1MNC8O]   LET'S CONNECT! SUBSCRIBE TO MY JODDIE TRIED IT NEWSLETTER [https://joddietaylor.ck.page/58c5c4e92e] Check out my YouTube Channel [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ] AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Some links on Joddie Tried It Podcast and on my YouTube channel ( @joddietaylor ) are affiliate links at no additional cost. I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I love or believe might be useful to you.

How Joddie Made $133 in Five Weeks

In this episode of Joddie Tried It [https://geni.us/Fz6V0i], I share how, over five weeks, I explored platforms like ProductTube [https://producttube.com/], Cloud Connect Research [https://geni.us/6zOzB], and User Interviews [https://geni.us/VYvdk], earning $133. This episode delivers valuable insights and practical advice for anyone seeking to increase their side income in a low-key way. Tune in for a straightforward guide on making extra cash. RESOURCES/MENTIONED: 1. User Interviews [https://geni.us/VYvdk] | This site connects researchers with participants for user research. It allows participants to share their opinions on products and services and earn money for their feedback. 2. Cloud Connect Research [https://geni.us/6zOzB] | A platform for online research that helps researchers recruit participants and access high-quality data 3. Product Tube App [https://producttube.com/] |  A video survey app that rewards users for making short videos about everyday products. 4. Respondent [https://app.respondent.io/r/joddietaylor-161eb06b5a7d] | Folks can earn money by participating in research studies based on their demographics and interests 5. iSecretShop [https://www.isecretshop.com/register/1592412] | An app/website that connects mystery shoppers with businesses that need feedback on their customer experience and service quality.  6. Money Making Mondays [https://geni.us/PafGEcr] | A six-week series on my YouTube channel where I share how much money I made from gigs and side hustles the week prior.  Please note that I am an Amazon Associate and Influencer. If you click through and make a qualifying purchase, I will earn a commission at no additional cost. I only recommend products I use, love, or think might interest you. TOOLS I USE TO MAKE THIS PODCAST & MY YOUTUBE VIDEOS:   1. Google Pixel 8 Pro [https://geni.us/RPBVV4] | I use my smartphone to film videos and record podcast episodes. 2. ATUMTEK 51" Selfie Stick Tripod [https://geni.us/l9XaSn] | This tripod has been indispensable for getting the right angle for filming or acting as my "cameraman" in front of the camera.  3. iMovie [https://geni.us/UuJ7]  |  I use iMovie to edit my podcast episodes and videos, lessen background noise, and enhance my voice. It also helps with video lighting. 4. CastMagic | An AI-powered tool that turns my audio & video into show notes [https://geni.us/cGGt1cA] 5. My chill and unique vibe^^ LET'S CONNECT: ⁠Joddie on TikTok ⁠ [https://geni.us/IUP1]⁠ [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ] Joddie on YouTube ⁠ [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ] AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Some links on Joddie Tried It Podcast and on my YouTube channel ( @joddietaylor ) are affiliate links at no additional cost. I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I love or believe might be useful to you.

The Six-Week Online Income Challenge with Joddie Taylor

Welcome back to Joddie Tried It! In today’s episode, Joddie dives into her exciting new YouTube series, Money Making Mondays. She’ll document her weekly earnings from various online ventures—outside of a traditional 9 to 5 job. Inspired by the $500 challenge from Side Hustle Nation, Joddie is eager to share the ins and outs of her entrepreneurial journey in concise, 5-minute videos. Listen in as she provides candid insights, invites listeners to take on their own money-making challenges, and shares her tips for making money online. Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and follow for real, relatable financial adventures! RESOURCES/MENTIONED: 1. TRAILER: MONEY MAKING MONDAYS [https://geni.us/eGVF4] | Joddie Taylor YouTube Channel  2. From Launch to Lessons Learned: Joddie’s Paid Newsletter Tale [show/episodes/view/32524402] | Joddie Tried It Podcast 3. Side Hustle Nation [https://www.sidehustlenation.com/] | Nick Loper Please note that I am an Amazon Associate and Influencer. If you click through and make a qualifying purchase, I will earn a commission at no additional cost. I only recommend products I use, love, or think might interest you .  TOOLS I USED TO MAKE THE MONEY MAKING MONDAYS YOUTUBE SERIES:   1. Google Pixel 8 Pro [https://geni.us/RPBVV4] | I use my smartphone to film videos and record podcast episodes. 2. ATUMTEK 51" Selfie Stick Tripod [https://geni.us/l9XaSn] | This tripod has been indispensable for getting the right angle for filming or acting as my "cameraman" in front of the camera.  3. iMovie [https://geni.us/UuJ7]  |  I use iMovie to edit my podcast episodes, lessen background noise, and enhance my voice. For videos, it also helps with lighting. 4. CastMagic [https://get.castmagic.io/oo4c53lqqj50] | An AI-powered tool that turns my audio & video into show notes 5. My chill and unique vibe^^ LET'S CONNECT: Joddie on TikTok [https://geni.us/IUP1] Joddie on YouTube [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ] AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Some links on Joddie Tried It Podcast and on my YouTube channel ( @joddietaylor ) are affiliate links at no additional cost. I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I love or believe might be useful to you.

Navigating Changes and Challenges: Joddie Taylor’s Goldilocks Moment and Amazon Influencer Journey

RESOURCES/MENTIONED: LET’S CONNECT!  Subscribe to the Joddie Tried It Newsletter [https://joddietaylor.ck.page/58c5c4e92e] NOW! CLICK HERE  [https://joddietaylor.ck.page/58c5c4e92e] I'm an Amazon Associate and may receive a commission if you click through a qualifying link. (Affiliate Disclosure below) 1. A Phoenix First Must Burn [https://geni.us/iaVyCk] | Patrice Caldwell  2. Libsyn [https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=JODDIE] | I switched over to Libsyn (a podcasting platform) after Bcast shut down. So far, so good! Use my promo code to get two months free! I started with two months free, and I decided to try Libsyn that much easier.  3. Joddie's Amazon Storefront [https://geni.us/812pu] | This has been so much fun and a great learning experience in terms of filming, editing, and describing products.  4. Amazon Product Review Courses | Elly Watson | Become an Amazon Product Reviewer [https://ellywatso.com/?am_id=joddie] (for beginners) and Amazon Influencer LEVEL UP [https://ellywatso.com/sale?am_id=joddie4350]. I've learned a lot from both courses and recommend them. 5. ATUMTEK 51" Selfie Stick Tripod [https://geni.us/ZGVk0] | I use this tripod to record Amazon product reviews. I highly recommend it! 6. iMovie [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/imovie/id408981434?mt=12] | I use this tool to edit podcast episodes and Amazon product reviews https://signup.libsyn.com/?promo_code=JODDIE COMING SOON!  If you are ready to move to a new city, state, or country, my new Bold Move workshop [https://joddietaylor.ck.page/boldmove] is for you. I've done it several times and am ready to share my tips. This online workshop, which will focus on the challenges and opportunities of moving to a new city, state, or country, will launch in September 2024. JOIN THE WAITLIST [https://joddietaylor.ck.page/boldmove] Last but not least, check out the first-ever Joddie Tried It Weekly Newsletter HERE [https://joddietaylor.ck.page/posts/a-fresh-start-joddie-s-weekly-tips-for-entrepreneurs-and-content-creators-joddie-tried-it]. (more coming soon!) Show notes powered by CastMagic [https://get.castmagic.io/oo4c53lqqj50] 🪄🎙️  THANKS FOR LISTENING!! ❤️ LET'S CONNECT: ⁠⁠ [https://geni.us/IUP1] Joddie on TikTok ⁠⁠ [https://geni.us/IUP1]⁠⁠⁠ [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ] ⁠Joddie on YouTube [https://geni.us/x8pzBKZ]  AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Some links on Joddie Tried It are affiliate links at no additional cost. I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. I only recommend products and services that I love or believe might be useful to you.