Joining an Affiliate Network - How Much Traffic Do You Need? | Bloggers Lair | Yakezie Forums

I've started looking into affiliate networks, but I'm wondering if it's premature at this point. My Alexa ranking just dropped below 900K and traffic is still pretty light, so I doubt I'd be approved for many affiliate ads right now. Is there any point in applying to join an affiliate network now, or should I wait until my Alexa rank is lower and traffic gets higher and more consistent? Is there a certain number I should shoot for where I'll be more likely to be approved for affiliate ads?

Thanks, those were the two I was looking at as I've seen them recommended in these forums. What should I expect as a newbie? Will I get rejected by most ads I apply for?

Good to know, Jeff!  I get denied for plenty, but accepted to a fair share of programs.  

The FlexOffers team is great.  I don't know if they always do this, but I seem to be assigned to a manager/rep team, and they consistently apply for offers on my behalf and follow up with me periodically.  I like it because it keeps me on my toes and makes me feel like I can ask for help at any time.  You'll like them.

Traffic doesn't matter at all, it's all about how targeted the traffic you do have is. If you convert at 40%, for example. you can make good money on 10 visits per day. Flexoffers is probably the easiest way to get into most programs but I prefer dealing directly with sites like CJ. For the most part, you are a sub-affiliate on sites like Flexoffers which means a.) they usually take a slice for themselves, and b.) payment is a bit unpredictable.