Background
Nathaniel was a struggling freelance writer earning minimal income when he discovered affiliate marketing. Frustrated with unstable earnings, he joined Wealthy Affiliate in 2010 to build a sustainable online business.
How He Got Started
- Joined Wealthy Affiliate: Signed up for Premium membership after testing the free Starter account.
- Chose a Niche: Focused on “home office gear” after identifying high buyer intent through WA’s keyword tool (e.g., “best ergonomic chairs for remote work”).
- Built a Website: Created HomeOfficeHacks.com using WA’s SiteRubix platform (now redirected to his newer projects).
His Strategy
- Content Creation:
- Published 15-20 detailed product roundups (e.g., “Top 10 Standing Desks Under $500”).
- Included personal testing photos/videos to build trust.
- SEO & Traffic:
- Targeted long-tail keywords with WA’s tool (e.g., “best home office chair for back pain 2019”).
- Built backlinks through guest posts on productivity blogs.
- Used Pinterest to drive 30% of traffic (shared infographics of his top product picks).
- Affiliate Marketing:
- Promoted Amazon Associates products (6-8% commissions).
- Added comparison tables (WA’s training taught him this converts 3x better).
- Timed content for Black Friday/Cyber Monday traffic surges.
Results
- $12,000 in December 2019 (mostly from Amazon affiliates).
- Sustained $3,000-$5,000/month afterward (shared in WA’s 2020 income reports).
- Key Takeaway: His success came from combining WA’s keyword research with seasonal content timing.
Actionable Advice from Nathaniel
- “Use WA’s ‘Keyword Difficulty’ filter to find terms under 30 difficulty for faster wins.”
- “Publish gift guides 60 days before major holidays – my Christmas posts ranked by October.”
How to Replicate This
- Try Nathaniel’s exact keyword strategy (WA keyword Research training).
- Use his content template: Keyword Research tool
- Join his WA live training sessions (Getting Started Online WA Live Training ).
Source: Nathaniel’s WA Blog Post