If you’ve ever seen the Disney movie Aladdin, you’ll know that Aladdin thinks he needs to pretend that he’s a rich and sophisticated prince in order to win the love of Princess Jasmine. The Genie tries to get him to be honest about who he is, but Aladdin doesn’t think the real him has anything to offer.
But it is his pretensions, the act he puts on to try and impress everyone that nearly ruins everything. Through the power of Disney magic, he learns his lesson, and everyone (except Jaffar and Iago) lives happily ever after – but what about being an affiliate marketer in real life …
The person I’m learning from – Dean Holland – says don’t try to be something you are not, don’t exaggerate your experience, don’t try to pretend you’re further down the path than you are – be unique.
But I’ll admit it’s difficult to say, I’m new at this, I haven’t made any money online – you should buy this thing from me because it will tell you how to make money online. Why would you listen to a street rat like me (IYKYK)?
I’ll admit the desire to pretend to be further down the path than I actually am, to exaggerate is a temptation. Not because I’m trying to con anyone – it’s not that I feel like I need to lie about what I’m selling – but I think why would you buy it from me if I’m just a beginner?
But Dean Holland has also told us that as beginners we have an advantage that an expert doesn’t have. That advantage is relatability and accessibility. But if I try to pretend to be someone I’m not, I’ll lose that advantage, and I still won’t be an expert.
I think I’ve been honest about who I am throughout this process. I also think I already do know a few things that I can help people with, I have some relevant experience even if I’m not an affiliate marketing expert.
But the very fact I’m not an online marketing expert is also why I’ve chosen to pursue affiliate marketing.
In trying to transition from the physical world of the “brick and mortar” store, and face-to-face sales, to the online world of internet sales, I’ve chosen to promote a proven product developed by a proven online affiliate marketer.
So in the Facebook ads I’ve run, I’ve always talked about Dean Holland, his expertise, his products – and what he can deliver. But here in my blog – as I’ve said this is a declaration of intent – I’m going to document my journey here. I’m going to talk about myself. I intend to be as honest and open as possible.
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