In episode 463, Megan chats to Sonila Zarate about how food bloggers can make extra revenue through the Amazon Influencer Program.

Sonila is a mom, wife, engineer and food blogger. Sonila was born in Albania and came to the US to study engineering. She met her husband (who was born in Bolivia) while studying at University of Miami. Her everyday cooking is influenced by both Albanian and Bolivian cuisines as well as the fusion of Miami's food scene.

In this episode, you'll learn how to apply to be an Amazon Influencer, how it works and what you can potentially earn through the program.

- Amazon is looking for influencers to post review videos of products.

- How is the Amazon Influencer program different to the Amazon affiliate program?

- Follow the rules on the Amazon page to get accepted - the exact criteria is not disclosed.

- For the review videos, pick items that are easy to demonstrate.

- Horizontal videos tend to bring in more commission.

- Keep videos simple and short. Shoot them as you use the products and add a voice-over.

- You don't have to focus only on your niche or food blogging in general - you can review any items.

- What is the potential for income with this program?

- What is an optimal workflow to run a food blog and also keep adding videos to the Amazon Influencer program?

- It helps if you enjoy making videos and have some experience to do it quickly.

Connect with Sonila Zarate

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