Ease & Impact: Thriving as a Solopreneur 

Episode #26

How to Set Up an Affiliate Program for Course Creators Without Expensive Software

30 June 2025

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Tired of handling all your course marketing solo?

This week's episode reveals how solopreneurs can create sustainable affiliate marketing systems that turn past clients into passionate course promoters. Learn practical strategies for building affiliate programs without expensive software or complicated tech setups.

 

What You'll Discover in This Episode

 

The Truth About Getting Affiliates to Sell Your Course Why affiliate marketing isn't passive income but rather a strategic partnership approach for expanding your course reach.


Free Affiliate Tracking Methods Step-by-step breakdown of creating affiliate tracking systems using existing tools like Kajabi (if you have it) or basic email marketing platforms.


Commission Rate Reality Check Honest discussion about sustainable commission structures for course creators, including examples of 15% to 35% rates based on price points.


Creating Affiliate Marketing Materials How to write promotional content from your affiliate's perspective to increase conversion rates and maintain authentic messaging.


Scaling Your Course Affiliate Program Advanced strategies for running affiliate competitions and creating sustainable growth systems.


Key Episode Takeaways

âś… Start with Your Success Stories: Your most powerful course affiliates are clients who've already experienced transformation through your programs.
âś… Keep Tech Simple: Use email marketing tags and custom landing pages instead of expensive affiliate software when starting out.
âś… Focus on Relationships: Sustainable affiliate marketing for solopreneurs is about building genuine partnerships, not just revenue streams.
âś… Provide Marketing Support: Create email templates, social media posts, and promotional materials written from your affiliate's perspective to increase their success.
âś… Scale Gradually: Begin with 5-10 quality affiliates before expanding to larger affiliate recruitment strategies.


Who This Episode Is Perfect For

  • Course creators feeling overwhelmed by solo marketing efforts
  • Solopreneurs looking to diversify their marketing channels
  • Online educators wanting to build sustainable promotional partnerships
  • Digital course sellers ready to expand beyond paid advertising

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