Stop guessing if that expensive flight and hotel stay actually paid off for your business. Most companies go to conferences, have a few good chats, and come home with nothing but a fat expense report. This episode shows you exactly how to prove your worth to leadership by calculating conference ROI with cold, hard data. We've brought together three industry veterans to share their simple frameworks for tracking reach, relationships, and revenue.

You'll learn how to move past vanity metrics and start connecting every handshake to measurable pipeline. Our experts break down their personal systems for managing packed schedules and turning awkward lobby run-ins into six-figure deals. Stop tossing your badges in the trash without a plan. Watch now to learn how to justify your 2026 conference calendar and make every event a win for your brand.

What's your go-to move for following up after a busy event? Let us know in the comments.

Inside this deep dive:

• The three R framework: Reach, Relationships, and Revenue.
• How to rank meetings so you don't ghost your best leads.
• Why your after-hours networking might be more valuable than the sessions.
• Tips for using show apps and CRMs without looking like a robot.
• Strategies for choosing which events to skip next year.

Check out the free conference ROI tracker and guide mentioned in the video:
https://www.dustin.nl/conference

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Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

If you’re serious about affiliate partnerships, you need to know FMTC. They help brands connect with qualified, trusted content partners instead of wasting time on low-quality traffic. FMTC is where top publishers go to discover offers they actually want to promote—and where brands go to scale affiliate revenue with real relationships, not spammy outreach. If you want smarter affiliate growth, check out FMTC at Dustinhowes.com/fmtc

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For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

What if you could track every customer touchpoint and finally stop guessing about your affiliate marketing performance? That's the power we're uncovering today. I'm your host, Dustin Howes, and today on Affiliate Nerd Out #SAASProductReview, I'm reviewing one of my favorite SaaS platforms, Everflow. I consider this the best affiliate marketing platform for businesses. Joining me is Curt Frieden, SVP of business development at Everflow. We discuss everything from platform capabilities to common affiliate marketing pain points.

If you're an affiliate manager, CEO, or founder looking to start or switch your affiliate program, this is the episode for you. We cover everything from common struggles brands face to Everflow's ability to scale with you, whether you're a startup or an enterprise-level company.

Here’s what stood out to me:

1. Addressing Program Pitfalls: Curt highlights that many businesses underestimate the time and effort needed to run a successful affiliate program. Basic tracking setup, reporting accuracy, and managing fraud remain persistent issues for businesses.

2. Built for Scale and Flexibility: Everflow's architecture is modern and designed to handle billions of clicks per month. They offer the flexibility brands need for diverse attribution models (like first-click) and multiple action tracking, surpassing the limitations of older tech stacks.

3. Beyond Simple Tracking: A best-in-class platform goes deeper than just recording a sale. Everflow enables advanced reporting to segment traffic, track multiple events in the user funnel, and determine the true value and lifetime cycle of customers driven by partners.

4. Automation in Fraud and Optimization: Everflow's alert and Smart Switch features are essential tools for affiliate managers. They automate decision-making based on preset KPIs, like shutting off fraudulent traffic sources or those not meeting performance goals.

5. Smooth Migration: Switching platforms is scary, particularly when it involves moving your revenue plumbing. Curt confirms that Everflow has developed processes for "predictable migration," ensuring no revenue or conversion loss during the transition from a legacy platform.

Curious about how Everflow can help your business grow? We do a quick demo showing the customizable dashboard, advanced reporting capabilities, and the robust marketplace for partner recruitment.

Want to learn more? Grab a demo:
🔗 https://www.dustinhowes.com/everflow

#affiliatemarketingplatform #Everflow #affiliatetracking #attribution

Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

Dustinhowes.com/affistash

For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

The true cost of affiliate marketing often gets ignored. Many brands think affiliate is a simple pay-for-performance channel, but the real expenses go far beyond commissions.

In this deep dive, join me, Dustin Howes (Affiliate Marketing Concierge), alongside industry experts Haafiz Dossa (CEO of Inflektion), Brook Schaf (CEO of FMTC), and Jake Fuller (CEO of JB Commerce). We uncover the hidden costs that quietly drain your ROI, from setup fees and technology expenses to team resources and the hidden leaks of fraud and coupon abuse.

We walk you through every stage of the affiliate journey, from launch to scale, spotlighting the expenses and strategic tradeoffs that can make or break your program's profits.

Don't let hidden costs sabotage your program's success. Watch now to learn what it really takes to win in affiliate marketing.

Panelist:
Haafiz Dossa, CEO of Inflektion:    / haafiz
Website: https://inflektion.ai/

Brook Schaaf, CEO of FMTC:   / brookschaaf
Website: https://www.fmtc.co/

Website: https://jebcommerce.com/
Jake Full

Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

If you’re serious about affiliate partnerships, you need to know FMTC. They help brands connect with qualified, trusted content partners instead of wasting time on low-quality traffic. FMTC is where top publishers go to discover offers they actually want to promote—and where brands go to scale affiliate revenue with real relationships, not spammy outreach. If you want smarter affiliate growth, check out FMTC at Dustinhowes.com/fmtc

Dustinhowes.com/affistash

For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

Dustinhowes.com/affistash

For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

Dustinhowes.com/affistash

For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

Dustinhowes.com/affistash

For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

Join me for an insightful episode of Affiliate Nerd Out as I sit down with Sarah Adam, Influencer Marketing Manager at Wix, to explore the evolving world of B2B influencer marketing. From her unexpected start in the field to leading campaigns that reshape brand perception, Sarah shares her journey and expertise in building authentic connections with creators.

We also cover:

1. The power of LinkedIn for B2B influencer marketing and how Sarah grew her following to 30K+ by sharing authentic, value-driven content.
2. Why Wix prioritizes brand awareness over conversions in influencer campaigns—and how they measure success.
3. The rise of AI in influencer marketing: opportunities, challenges, and the future of authenticity.
4. Tips for securing budgets, finding the right creators, and building long-term partnerships.

Chapter Timestamps:

 0:02:00 - From B2C to B2B: Wix’s Influencer Marketing Evolution
 0:07:45 - LinkedIn Growth: Sarah’s Strategy for Authentic Engagement
 0:14:00 - The Challenges of Finding Authentic B2B Creators
 0:22:30 - Budgeting for Influencer Campaigns: Tips for Marketers
 0:31:00 - The Future of B2B Influencer Marketing: AI and Beyond

Like, subscribe, and share your thoughts on the future of influencer marketing in the comments!

#AffiliateMarketing #InfluencerMarketing #B2BMarketing #LinkedInGrowth #AI #DigitalMarketing

Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

Dustinhowes.com/affistash

For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

The best way for affiliate managers to sell a product is simple: Give them the product! 🎁

Join me and Christen for a Real Talk Friday as we nerd out on the game-changing potential of product gifting to drive authentic conversions. We discuss why receiving a product allows us to speak to it from a deeply personal, high-converting place—a strategy few brands execute consistently.

We also cover:

1. The Amazon Effect: Chat GPT's Express Checkout and why your brand needs to get into the ecosystem.
2. New client wins, Taylor Swift Zoomies, and surviving the latest bug.
3. A breakdown of CPC Newsletter Publishers for targeted audience reach.
4. Biodegradable diapers and why they're the next big thing for mommy bloggers!

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 - The #1 Secret to Authentic Conversions (Product Gifting)
0:02:45 - Big News: Chat GPT Express Checkout / Amazon Effect
0:05:37 - Why Affiliate Managers Need the Product
0:07:37 - CPC Newsletter Publishers for Targeted Audiences
0:10:20 - Affiliate Manager Highlight: HIRO Biodegradable Diapers

Like, subscribe, and share your favorite CPC publishers in the comments!

#AffiliateMarketing #AffiliateManagers #ProductGifting #AuthenticConversions #ChatCPT #DigitalMarketing #RealTalkFriday

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For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

Are you making the most of LinkedIn for your affiliate marketing efforts? In this episode of Affiliate Nerd Out, I sit down with Al Kushner, CEO of Link Vantage, to uncover the secrets to optimizing your LinkedIn profile and mastering outreach strategies.

We explore the importance of networking on LinkedIn, the types of content that drive engagement (like videos and articles), and how AI tools can help you connect with your audience. Al shares his proven strategies for becoming a thought leader, building authentic relationships with influencers, and scaling outreach without losing that personal touch. We also dive into tools like Sales Navigator and offer tips for creating strong affiliate partnerships that last.

If you’re looking to grow your business and leverage LinkedIn as a powerful tool for affiliate marketing, this episode is packed with actionable advice you can start using today.

What You’ll Learn:

1. How to optimize your LinkedIn profile for affiliate marketing success
2. Best practices for LinkedIn engagement and outreach
3. Using AI tools to boost your LinkedIn strategy
4. Tips for connecting with influencers and scaling outreach authentically
5. Leveraging Sales Navigator for affiliate partnerships

Find Al: https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-kushner/ 
Website: LinkedVantage

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:17 Al Kushner's Background and Expertise
01:27 LinkedIn Strategies and Best Practices
04:31 Engagement and Outreach Techniques
07:23 Using AI for LinkedIn Success
09:08 Affiliate Marketing on LinkedIn
10:29 Tools and Techniques for Finding Influencers
19:16 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile
20:30 Conclusion and Contact Information

If you’re ready to take your LinkedIn strategy to the next level, this episode is for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more insights into affiliate marketing and business growth.

#LinkedInMarketing #AffiliateMarketing #NetworkingTips

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For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com

On this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Niels Zee, a brilliant affiliate marketer, entrepreneur, and author of Payout Mafia. He shared his journey from overcoming SEO challenges to building a thriving affiliate business powered by Google Ads. Niels opened up about his mission to help affiliates succeed in a post-AI world, the strategies behind his book, and his vision for the future of affiliate marketing. 

If you’re looking for actionable insights and fresh perspectives on the affiliate industry, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Actionable insights from Niels:

1. How to thrive in a post-AI affiliate landscape.
2. The power of YouTube and Google Ads for affiliate success.
3. Strategies for building content that converts, including publishing 100 articles in your first year.
4. Tips for affiliate managers to better connect with affiliates.

Plus, hear about Niels’ new venture, Framp.com, designed to help affiliates hit by SEO updates pivot to profitable Google Ads strategies.

Tune in for an in-depth look at affiliate marketing strategies, expert advice, and a glimpse into the future of the industry.

Niels Zee helps affiliate publishers add up to $20k to their bottom line with Google Ads:  AffRamp.com

Find Niels: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niels-zee/
Buy your Payout Mafia copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Payout-Mafia-Affiliates-Playbooks-Principles/dp/B0FHKTFZJ8?ref_=ast_author_mpb

#DustinHowes #AffiliateNerdOut #AffiliateMarketing #DigitalStrategy #MarketingTips

Have you heard about Inflektion yet? They are changing the game in Affiliate marketing.The only platform with personalized funnels to scale partnership marketing for brands, agencies, influencers, and affiliates. Catering to the health and wellness space, this tracking soluition is helping build landing pages for partners in a manner of minutes instaead of weeks. They have social listening to capture all the content your brand is creating so that you can find more partners talking about y

Dustinhowes.com/affistash

For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com