Now that you’re finally an affiliate at Kwik.insure, you might already be at this point where you’re asking --- so, what’s next? Although considered as a low-risk, low-maintenance marketing channel, affiliate marketing is still a performance-based program that rewards an affiliate based on the number of successful sales one drives to a website. And as an affiliate, we want to maximize our earning potential and drive as many sales as we can without the need to spend money.

So here are 5 simple ways on how you can get referrals as an affiliate at Kwik.insure:

1. Word of Mouth/Direct Messages
   
   I’m sure, at some point, you have bought something that your friends, family, or colleagues have recommended to you, regardless of whether you needed it or not at the time. Congratulations, my friend, you have experienced the power of word-of-mouth marketing! One of the oldest and most effective forms of marketing, word of mouth uses the advantage of trust and relationship that are already existing between the marketer and the customer. The more credible you are, the more likely for your referral to purchase the product you’re recommending. 
   
   
   
2. Social Media
   
   As the country that spends the most time on social media, it’s a no-brainer for affiliates and brands alike to leverage Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and other social media channels in various marketing efforts. 80% of our country’s population uses social media, which means your message has the potential to reach more or less 80 million Filipinos!  
   
   Not only is it very easy to promote your referral link/code on your posts, but there are also pages, communities, and groups where you can promote specific categories and target interests of your audience. Of course, you have to make sure to comply with pages/groups rules before you can post anything affiliate-related. You can learn more about that here (link to article Best Practices for Beginner Affiliates).
   
   
3. Own Websites/Channel etc.
   
   Are you one of the growing numbers of content creators in the country? Having a platform to promote your affiliate link/code as well as an existing audience without a doubt boost one’s potential in getting a lot of referrals and earning from their purchases in the process. So if you own a blog, a Youtube channel, or run a podcast show, make sure to take advantage of your platform and maximize your earning potential as an affiliate!
   
   
4. Groups/Forums/Review Sites
   
   When you’re thinking of buying something that needs consideration, namely insurance, chances are you’ll look for other people’s opinion first. That’s why groups, forums, and review sites are great ways to give your opinion on a product and at the same time place your affiliate link/code. However, as a best practice, make sure to place a caveat that your post contains an affiliate link/code so people who will be reading your post are aware that you’re promoting them. It’s also important that you follow each group’s rules and regulations before posting, especially ones that include promotional messaging.
   
   
5. Email Marketing
   
   Another way to reach as many audience as possible is through mailing lists. Almost all brands use email marketing to reach out to existing and potential customers such as those who have placed products on their cart but did not go through with their purchase. This is also an effective way to promote your affiliate links and codes along with your marketing messages. However, bear in mind that moderation is key when it comes to placing affiliate links in your marketing emails. And as per the CAN-SPAM Act, it's very important to have an opt out feature in your email campaigns.