The Strategic Creator with Nicole Vincent

She Makes Almost $10K a Month on Amazon: Here's Her Secret Strategy | Michelle Johnson Interview

Michelle Johnson’s Amazon Influencer journey is unlike most stories you hear online. After being invited into the program years ago, she unknowingly had videos earning commissions in the background before finally deciding to take the business seriously. Now she’s approaching five-figure months while balancing life as a homeschool mom of five. In this interview, we talk about: ✨ Amazon Influencer strategy in 2026 ✨ Creator Connections and why it matters more than ever ✨ YouTube growth and long-form content ✨ Pinterest traffic and offsite affiliate income ✨ Product research tools and workflows ✨ Building systems that work with your brain ✨ Family involvement in content creation ✨ Adapting after Amazon commission changes Michelle also shares honest insights about autism, workflow overwhelm, scaling smarter, and creating content in a way that is sustainable and profitable. If you are trying to grow your Amazon Influencer income, diversify revenue streams, or improve your content strategy, this interview is packed with practical insights. 👇 Connect with Michelle below! ⁨@MichelleCurates⁩ YouTube 00:00 Michelle Johnson’s Amazon Influencer Story 03:48 Discovering Hidden Amazon Earnings 07:15 From YouTube Creator to Amazon Influencer 11:42 Expensive Courses vs Real Strategy 16:30 Claire, Nate, Rob & Learning to Scale 21:10 Creator Connections & Seller Boundaries 26:08 Building a Family Content Creation Business 31:42 One-Shot Videos vs Heavy Editing 36:20 Product Research, CC & Buying Smarter 41:28 Amazon Rate Cuts & Adapting Strategies 46:10 Pinterest Traffic & Offsite Affiliate Income 51:18 YouTube Automation vs Real Content Creation 54:40 Michelle’s Best Tips for New Influencers -------------------------- 🌳All My Courses, Links, Socials & Resources Here: https://linktr.ee/nicolervincent 🔵 Follow Me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/vintx 🔥 Join my Influencer Skool group: https://www.skool.com/influencer-strategy-wnicole-v-2818 💰Get my beginner course here: https://nicolervincent.mvsite.app/products/courses/view/1192313 📧 Sign up for my newsletter here: https://forms.gle/6mZFsxmtX98zE1eK8 Affiliate Links: 🐷 Get the Google Chrome OINK Extension here: https://bit.ly/nrvOINK Use code NICOLE10 for 10% off the Pro Version 🍌 Get Fluencer Fruit here: https://bit.ly/NicoleFF (You get the lowest "friend" price with my link - no code needed) 💰 Get Viral Vue here: https://viralvue.com/join?fpr=nicole Use code NICOLE for 10% off any plan 📈Data Coach Claire's Build Past $1K Course: https://stan.store/affiliates/d6211200-6069-4a37-9954-4a93c855ed42 FTC Disclaimer: As an Amazon Influencer and affiliate for various websites and services, I may earn a commission on some products or services purchased through the links shared here. This does not affect the price you pay and helps support my channel. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: Statements regarding dietary supplements and health-related products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. All videos reflect my personal experiences and are for educational purposes only. FTC DISCLAIMER: There is no assurance that examples of past earnings can be duplicated in the future. I cannot guarantee your personal results and/or success. There are some unknown risks in business that cannot be foreseen, which could reduce results you experience. I am not responsible for your actions or results.

Amazon Influencers! You've Been Doing It Wrong | Andy Ly Interview

Check out Andy's Courses Here: https://lypadacademy.com/hire-up-653593?am_id=NICOLE (affiliate link) Andy Ly has only been in the Amazon Influencer Program for about 16 months… and he’s already built a multi five-figure business with a team of virtual assistants, advanced product research strategies, and some of the highest-level comparison videos I’ve seen in this space. In this interview, Andy shares how he scaled so quickly, why Creator Connections changed everything for his business, and the systems he uses to consistently create winning videos that land on the Amazon carousel. We also talk about: ✨ How Andy went from corporate burnout to full-time creator ✨ Why most influencers stay stuck around beginner income levels ✨ How to strategically choose products for higher ROI ✨ Winning the Amazon carousel with comparison videos ✨ Using virtual assistants to scale content creation ✨ How Andy hires and trains overseas VAs ✨ Why Creator Connections is essential for scaling ✨ Product research tools like Oink, Keepa & Viral View ✨ How to think like a business owner in the Amazon Influencer Program ✨ Why mindset and consistency matter more than ever If you’re serious about growing your Amazon Influencer business, this interview is packed with advanced strategies and practical insights you can apply right away. Ways to connect with Andy: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LypadAcademy Hiring a VA Course: https://lypadacademy.com/hire-up-653593?am_id=NICOLE Scaling Up Course: https://lypadacademy.com/hire-up-653593?am_id=NICOLE 00:00 Meet Andy Ly: From Corporate Burnout to 5 Figures 02:18 Discovering the Amazon Influencer Program 04:25 Why Most Beginner Advice Didn’t Work 06:32 How Andy Hit $1K in Month 3 08:04 Scaling to 5 Figures with Creator Connections 10:18 The Product Selection Formula He Uses 12:26 How Andy Creates “Winning” Carousel Videos 15:02 Comparison Videos & Why They Work So Well 17:28 How Amazon Changes Impacted His Strategy 19:52 Why Andy Hired Virtual Assistants Early 22:10 How Much Overseas VAs Actually Cost 25:18 Building Systems & Scaling a Content Business 27:42 Using Oink, Keepa & Viral View Strategically 30:02 The “Friends & Family” Content Strategy 31:45 Andy’s Courses: Hiring & Scaling Systems 33:28 Best Advice for Influencers Feeling Discouraged 35:08 Final Thoughts & Long-Term Mindset -------------------------- 🌳All My Courses, Links, Socials & Resources Here: https://linktr.ee/nicolervincent 🔵 Follow Me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/vintx 🔥 Join my Influencer Skool group: https://www.skool.com/influencer-strategy-wnicole-v-2818 💰Get my beginner course here: https://nicolervincent.mvsite.app/products/courses/view/1192313 📧 Sign up for my newsletter here: https://forms.gle/6mZFsxmtX98zE1eK8 Affiliate Links: 🐷 Get the Google Chrome OINK Extension here: https://bit.ly/nrvOINK Use code NICOLE10 for 10% off the Pro Version 🍌 Get Fluencer Fruit here: https://bit.ly/NicoleFF (You get the lowest "friend" price with my link - no code needed) 💰 Get Viral Vue here: https://viralvue.com/join?fpr=nicole Use code NICOLE for 10% off any plan 📈Data Coach Claire's Build Past $1K Course: https://stan.store/affiliates/d6211200-6069-4a37-9954-4a93c855ed42 #AmazonInfluencerProgram #AmazonInfluencer #CreatorConnections #AffiliateMarketing #ContentCreator FTC Disclaimer: As an Amazon Influencer and affiliate for various websites and services, I may earn a commission on some products or services purchased through the links shared here. This does not affect the price you pay and helps support my channel. Thank you for your support! FTC DISCLAIMER: There is no assurance that examples of past earnings can be duplicated in the future. I cannot guarantee your personal results and/or success. There are some unknown risks in business that cannot be foreseen, which could reduce results you experience. I am not responsible for your actions or results.

Amazon Influencer Strategy That Funded Her Life | Courtnie Cotterell Interview

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to succeed in the Amazon Influencer Program, this conversation is going to give you a clear picture. In this interview, I’m joined by Courtnie Cotterell, who has built a powerful Amazon Influencer business with over 3,000 videos on her storefront. She shares how she got started, what shifted when she decided to go all in, and the strategies that have helped her turn this into a meaningful income stream for her family. We talk about what actually works right now, how to think about video strategy, and how to stay grounded when the platform changes. Courtnie also shares how she’s navigating recent Amazon updates, using Creator Connections, and making smart decisions with her time and energy. One of the things I love most about this conversation is how real it is. This isn’t about shortcuts or hype. It’s about consistency, learning as you go, and building something that grows over time. If you’re in the Amazon Influencer Program or thinking about getting started, this will help you see the bigger picture and stay focused on what actually moves the needle. Connect with Courtnie Here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCy-i8IvDtFI7Lrpd-aev2-Q Storefront: https://a.co/d/07GjpAEi Get 10% off Viral Vue: COURT10 0:00 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A] Intro: Meet Courtnie (3,000+ Videos & Amazon Success Story)0:50 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=50s] How Courtnie Got Started with Amazon Influencer2:02 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=122s] From Slow Start to Consistency (What Changed Everything)3:21 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=201s] Background & Entrepreneurial Mindset5:52 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=352s] Why Having “Your Own Thing” Matters (Especially for Moms)9:22 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=562s] Courtnie’s Video Strategy (What Actually Converts)11:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=690s] Ideal Video Length & Why Longer Videos Work13:45 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=825s] Amazon Changes & Income Shifts (Real Talk)15:19 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=919s] Being Selective with Products & Brand Deals16:50 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=1010s] Turning Amazon Into a Family Business19:05 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=1145s] Using Amazon Income for Real Life (Cars, Travel, Freedom)21:13 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=1273s] Teaching Kids & Building Income Skills23:26 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=1406s] Pivoting Strategy After Amazon Changes26:21 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=1581s] Offsite Income & YouTube Strategy29:41 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=1781s] Future Goals & Long-Term Vision33:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=1983s] Exploring Pinterest & Other Opportunities34:49 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=2089s] Account Safety, Rules & Avoiding Shutdowns35:30 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=2130s] Favorite Products to Review (What Works Best)40:03 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=2403s] What Makes a Good Product Video41:43 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=2503s] Hidden Benefits (Saving Money with Free Products)45:04 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=2704s] Tips for Beginners, Mid-Level & Advanced Creators48:18 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=2898s] Handling Frustration & Staying in the Game52:24 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=isl6ZXTwe6A&t=3144s] Final Thoughts & Encouragement -------------------------- 🌳All My Courses, Links, Socials & Resources Here: https://linktr.ee/nicolervincent 🔵 Follow Me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/vintx 🔥 Join my Influencer Skool group: https://www.skool.com/influencer-strategy-wnicole-v-2818 💰Get my beginner course here: https://nicolervincent.mvsite.app/products/courses/view/1192313 📧 Sign up for my newsletter here: https://forms.gle/6mZFsxmtX98zE1eK8 Affiliate Links: 🐷 Get the Google Chrome OINK Extension here: https://bit.ly/nrvOINK Use code NICOLE10 for 10% off the Pro Version 🍌 Get Fluencer Fruit here: https://bit.ly/NicoleFF (You get the lowest "friend" price with my link - no code needed) 💰 Get Viral Vue here: https://viralvue.com/join?fpr=nicole Use code NICOLE for 10% off any plan 📈Data Coach Claire's Build Past $1K Course: https://stan.store/affiliates/d6211200-6069-4a37-9954-4a93c855ed42 FTC Disclaimer: As an Amazon Influencer and affiliate for various websites and services, I may earn a commission on some products or services purchased through the links shared here. This does not affect the price you pay and helps support my channel. Thank you for your support FTC DISCLAIMER: There is no assurance that examples of past earnings can be duplicated in the future. I cannot guarantee your personal results and/or success. There are some unknown risks in business that cannot be foreseen, which could reduce results you experience. I am not responsible for your actions or results.

Amazon Cut My Commissions 46% | Here's My New Strategy

Amazon made some major changes recently, and instead of reacting right away, I took some time to really look at what’s happening. In this episode, I’m breaking down what I’ve personally seen since the April updates, including changes to reporting, commission rates, and how those shifts are actually impacting income. I also share what other top influencers are seeing and how this is affecting different types of content. More importantly, I walk through how I’m adjusting my strategy moving forward. From focusing on higher quality, longer-form videos to being more intentional with product selection and Creator Connections, this is about adapting with purpose instead of just doing more. If you’ve been feeling unsure about what to do next, this episode will help you get clear on where to focus and how to move forward in a smarter, more strategic way. 📈Data Coach Claire's Build Past $1K Course: https://stan.store/affiliates/d6211200-6069-4a37-9954-4a93c855ed42 (affiliate link) 🎬Doug's Review Business Academy Info & Sign Up. Use code EARLYENROLLMENT for 30% off until May 1st. https://www.reviewbusinessacademy.com/a/2148262040/FUzFGRia(affiliate link) 📌Get Andreea's Pinterest Course Here: https://stan.store/affiliates/f01e8d8a-93c0-4040-a290-aff349b85ae0 (affiliate link) 💰 Get Viral Vue here: https://viralvue.com/join?fpr=nicoleUse code NICOLE for 10% off any plan (affiliate link) 0:00 Intro: Amazon Influencer Changes Explained 1:01 March Reporting Changes (What We Lost) 2:10 April 14 Commission Cut (What Actually Happened) 2:35 Real Income Impact: 46% Drop Explained 3:49 Why Some Creators Were Hit Harder 4:58 Off-Site Reporting Changes (What Those Numbers Mean) 6:20 Why Your “Sales” Don’t Match Your Commissions 7:44 What Off-Site Data Still Tells You 8:02 My New Strategy Going Forward 9:12 Why I’m Making Longer, YouTube-Style Videos 9:53 New Product Strategy: Categories + Creator Connections 10:02 Why I Won’t Review Products Without Campaigns 11:02 Charging Brands + Updated Rate Strategy 11:15 Using Viral View Media Kit to Land Deals 12:19 Shifting Focus to Creator Connections Income 13:26 Why Short Videos Are Losing (And What Works Now) 14:56 Courses & Tools to Level Up Faster 16:46 Should You Diversify Off-Site? (YouTube, Pinterest, etc.) 17:44 My Off-Site Strategy (Facebook + YouTube Only) 19:02 Realistic Plan to Adapt & Stay Profitable 19:44 Monetization Changes Across Platforms (Not Just Amazon) 20:06 Focus Strategy: Do Less, But Do It Better 20:20 The Truth About Building Income Streams 21:03 Final Advice: Adapt, Commit & Stay Consistent

From Laid Off to $20K+ Months with Amazon Influencer Program | McKay C Interview

What does it really take to go from getting laid off to making $20K+ months with the Amazon Influencer Program? In this interview, McKay shares how he built his income over time, what actually changed as the program got more competitive, and why his “YouTube-first” mindset is giving him an edge today. We talk about quality vs quantity, how long videos are outperforming short ones, and why most creators are missing the real opportunity in the upper carousel. He also shares how one product ended up paying him daily and how patience plays a bigger role than most people expect. If you’ve been wondering why your videos aren’t converting or how to stand out in a saturated space, this conversation will give you clarity and direction. This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about building something that actually lasts. Connect with McKay Here: https://www.youtube.com/@McKay.C -------------------------- 🌳All My Courses, Links, Socials & Resources Here: https://linktr.ee/nicolervincent 🔵 Follow Me on Facebook: www.facebook.com/vintx 🔥 Join my Influencer Skool group: https://www.skool.com/influencer-strategy-wnicole-v-2818 💰Get my beginner course here: https://nicolervincent.mvsite.app/products/courses/view/1192313 📧 Sign up for my newsletter here: https://forms.gle/6mZFsxmtX98zE1eK8 Affiliate Links: 🐷 Get the Google Chrome OINK Extension here: https://bit.ly/nrvOINK Use code NICOLE10 for 10% off the Pro Version 🍌 Get Fluencer Fruit here: https://bit.ly/NicoleFF (You get the lowest "friend" price with my link - no code needed) 💰 Get Viral Vue here: https://viralvue.com/join?fpr=nicole Use code NICOLE for 10% off any plan 📈Data Coach Claire's Build Past $1K Course: https://stan.store/affiliates/d6211200-6069-4a37-9954-4a93c855ed42 #AmazonInfluencer #ContentCreator #MakeMoneyOnline #YouTubeStrategy #AffiliateMarketing FTC Disclaimer: As an Amazon Influencer and affiliate for various websites and services, I may earn a commission on some products or services purchased through the links shared here. This does not affect the price you pay and helps support my channel. Thank you for your support! DISCLAIMER: Statements regarding dietary supplements and health-related products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition. All videos reflect my personal experiences and are for educational purposes only. FTC DISCLAIMER: There is no assurance that examples of past earnings can be duplicated in the future. I cannot guarantee your personal results and/or success. There are some unknown risks in business that cannot be foreseen, which could reduce results you experience. I am not responsible for your actions or results.