Affiliate marketing transformed Chris Loves Julia from a passion project into a profitable brand. Learn the strategies we wish we knew sooner, how to start with Amazon Associates, and why affiliate links aren’t just sales—they’re a service to your audience.

Confused by influencer jargon? These 20 must-know terms will help you negotiate better deals, avoid bad contracts, and protect your content. Learn the vocabulary every content creator needs to grow, get paid, and run a professional influencer business.

Avoid the mistakes holding new influencers back from real growth. Learn the biggest missteps—like skipping your bio, ghosting your audience, and chasing trends—and how to fix them so you can build a profitable, sustainable influencer career that lasts.

Think you need 50K+ followers to land brand deals? Think again. Our story busts the myth that you need a huge audience to make money as an influencer and shows how engagement and trust, not follower count, are the keys to monetization. Start growing and earning today.

Good Influence® started out of necessity and grew into a movement. Learn how Julia Marcum turned years of experience into a platform that helps content creators grow their audience, monetize their influence, and build sustainable careers—without selling out.

Struggling to grow your influence? Learn how I built the Chris Loves Julia brand without chasing trends—and how you can create a strong, recognizable brand that drives income and builds trust. Get the steps to build your brand and monetize your influence today.

Making money as an influencer in 2025 isn’t just about landing a few brand deals—it’s about building multiple income streams. From affiliate marketing and sponsorships to digital products and paid memberships, I’m breaking down exactly how influencers (myself included) actually make money and how you can do it too. Ready to turn your influence into a business? Let’s dive in.

Relying on social media alone to grow your brand? Big mistake. Platforms change, algorithms shift, and you don’t actually own your audience. Your email list, though? That’s yours. It’s the most powerful (and profitable) tool in your business. Here’s exactly why you need one—and how to start, grow, and monetize it today.

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Some influencers act like brand deals magically land in their inbox. Must be nice, right? But the truth is, landing brand deals isn’t luck—it’s strategy. It’s about knowing your value, creating content brands actually want to be part of, and positioning yourself as an asset.

If you’re tired of waiting for deals to “happen” to you, let’s talk about how to make them happen for you. From crafting the right pitch to proving you can sell, this is the blueprint for turning your platform into a brand magnet.

Scrolling through your feed and feeling like you blend in? You’re not alone. The difference between forgettable content and content that stops the scroll? A killer image strategy. Your visuals are the first impression, the hook, the magnet—and yet, so many creators overlook their power. If you want to be remembered, it’s time to rethink your image strategy. From lighting and composition to editing and consistency, this guide will show you exactly how to make your content stand out. Because in a sea of sameness, being unforgettable is the real flex.

Influencer marketing is a gamble, but it doesn't have to be. At Good Influence(r), we help influencers turn their passion into a profitable business by teaching pitching, negotiations, affiliate marketing, and more. For brands, we connect you with professional influencers who can actually convert and drive sales.

Brand deals and affiliate commissions can disappear overnight—but your income doesn’t have to. The smartest influencers are creating digital products to build scalable, reliable revenue. Whether it’s an online course, an e-book, or a paid community, this guide walks you through why digital products are essential and how to start today.

Instagram in 2025 is all about strategy. Daily posting, video-first content, and building engagement with carousels and reels are key to thriving. Don't chase vanity metrics—focus on creating content that converts, using deep linking for affiliate sales and landing high-paying brand deals.

If your affiliate links aren't converting, it's time for a change. In this post, we break down common mistakes like posting links without context, poor curation, and not keeping up with trends. Plus, learn how to sell effectively and make your affiliate marketing work in 2025!

Most aspiring influencers fail before they even start—not because they aren’t talented, but because they waste time on the wrong things. If you’re ready to grow, engage, and monetize your content like a professional, this guide walks you through the exact steps to scale your brand and turn influence into income.

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Building your first 1,000 followers is a crucial step in your influencer journey. It's not just about the numbers, but about developing a loyal community. Learn strategies like defining your niche, optimizing your profile, and engaging authentically to create a solid foundation for long-term success.

Learn how to leverage Instagram's Carousels and Reels to grow your audience and boost engagement. Discover when and how to use each feature, along with tips for maximizing your content strategy. Whether you’re focusing on building community or expanding your reach, these two Instagram tools are essential for success.