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Should I give my affiliates a free copy of my book?

by Ben15
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So I've heard a lot of mixed things about promoting a book with affiliates. I've heard only a small percent actually sell any copies. I'm pretty new to internet marketing and learning a lot as I go.

I am using JVZoo. I have quite a few affiliates for my ebook from my posting on Muncheye and similar launch sites. I've had a few reviews/posts about the book, but nothing major.

I am sharing my book for free for a limited time with Warriors as a WSO.

Should I also message my JVZoo affiliates a link to the download? I would message them on the site itself probably, not their e-mails.

I don't want to completely devalue this book by making it available for free to everyone. But, I am happy that people who can learn from it get it for free for a limited time.

Thanks,

-Ben
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  • Profile picture of the author ae2080
    I think you should give out a few free copies to the affiliates you think will make some sales for you. They will have a better understanding of what they are promoting and really talk your book up if they like it.
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    • Profile picture of the author Alexa Smith
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      I think it's probably right to err on the side of saying "yes": you'll want to avoid people buying it to take a quick look and then refunding?

      Presumably you already know not to allow affiliates "instant commissions"? That opens the door to various accidents.

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      • Profile picture of the author FocusRightNow
        Originally Posted by Alexa Smith View Post

        I think it's probably right to err on the side of saying "yes": you'll want to avoid people buying it to take a quick look and then refunding?

        Presumably you already know not to allow affiliates "instant commissions"? That opens the door to various accidents.

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        Actually can you elaborate on the Bold part above? I'm launching my first "major" WSO this month (in sig) but before that I've been an Affiliate and I'd say around 90% of the time I've received Instant Commissions. When I make a sale and the buyer requests a refund from the Vendor, I have to return the funds initially paid to me for the sale and I know that's just how it goes. But is this what you are referring to as "various accidents"? Because I was going to give instant commissions to my affiliates but your post has me thinking twice...
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  • Profile picture of the author JensSteyaert
    I think it would be a better idea to create a short version of your ebook geared towards affiliates so they can share it with their list for instance and add their affiliate link in it (at the bottom for instance).

    I think that's a good technique to get affiliates on board that want to mail for you.
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  • Profile picture of the author Mahmoodadds
    Originally Posted by Ben15 View Post


    Should I also message my JVZoo affiliates a link to the download? I would message them on the site itself probably, not their e-mails.



    -Ben
    not to all of them - i think -, only the ones doing good job.
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  • Profile picture of the author Ben15
    Thank you all for the input.

    I'm going to do some combination of giving away the full book, and having a smaller book made.
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  • Profile picture of the author affiliatez
    I donot think its a good idea, you should only offer an layout and more detail instead, if you are int his IM niche for a while, you would notice that the products like ebook is easily to ****
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  • Profile picture of the author razorz18
    Maybe you can share one of the best part in your ebook and later if they decided to read more, you could sale it. If your not comfortable selling it, i suggest you to ask them to share link to their social media in exchange for download link.
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  • Profile picture of the author affiliatez
    Maybe the best solution is selling the review at a very low price or give it to an authority blogger!
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  • Profile picture of the author LimitlessTraffic
    Personally, I would happily offer to give out free review copies provided that they reach out to me. If they are keen to know what it's about and approve, they will be more confident to sell your stuff.
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