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I've been a lurker on this forum for a while, and I finally wanted to say hello and share some business ideas for beginners looking to make money with free traffic.
You’ve got a few solid options to choose from:
Option 1: Build a Personal Brand. When people see your face, they’re more likely to trust you. If you’re unique, genuine, and provide real value, you’ll build a loyal following. Once you’ve built that following, you can sell your services or products directly to them.
Option 2: Affiliate Marketing. You can earn money by promoting other people's products. For example, the Shopify affiliate program pays $150 for each customer you refer. (I’m not affiliated with them—just using it as an example. There are plenty of other options out there.) The process is simple: create videos about the product, drive traffic to your affiliate link, and earn commissions on sales.
Option 3: Dropshipping. You don’t need to hold any inventory. You find trending products, sell them, and the supplier ships them directly to your customers. A great way to find these products is by searching TikTok for "TikTok made me buy it." Look for products with a lot of views, buy them, and start creating content around them. Find what’s already working, recreate it, and you’ll see similar results. No need to reinvent the wheel.
Once you’ve picked your path, the next step is to post consistently. Aim to post 2-3 times a day on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest. Consistency is key. If you’re building a personal brand, show your face, share your experiences, and provide valuable tips or entertainment. For affiliate marketing or dropshipping, create videos that showcase the product, explain its benefits, and show how to use it.
Now, about adding a link to your bio—you’ll need 1,000 followers for a clickable link. But here’s a workaround: buy a short, memorable domain name. Put this domain in your bio with a call to action like “Get it here.” Even though it’s not clickable, it’s easy to remember, and people will search for it online.
When it comes to tools, any video editing program will work. CapCut is popular and free, but Adobe Premiere is also a great option. Use whatever suits you best. One important tip: never, ever copy a video and repost it. Your content has to be unique. If you repost, your account could get zero views, so it’s crucial to create your own content.
That’s pretty much it! Good luck!
You’ve got a few solid options to choose from:
Option 1: Build a Personal Brand. When people see your face, they’re more likely to trust you. If you’re unique, genuine, and provide real value, you’ll build a loyal following. Once you’ve built that following, you can sell your services or products directly to them.
Option 2: Affiliate Marketing. You can earn money by promoting other people's products. For example, the Shopify affiliate program pays $150 for each customer you refer. (I’m not affiliated with them—just using it as an example. There are plenty of other options out there.) The process is simple: create videos about the product, drive traffic to your affiliate link, and earn commissions on sales.
Option 3: Dropshipping. You don’t need to hold any inventory. You find trending products, sell them, and the supplier ships them directly to your customers. A great way to find these products is by searching TikTok for "TikTok made me buy it." Look for products with a lot of views, buy them, and start creating content around them. Find what’s already working, recreate it, and you’ll see similar results. No need to reinvent the wheel.
Once you’ve picked your path, the next step is to post consistently. Aim to post 2-3 times a day on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest. Consistency is key. If you’re building a personal brand, show your face, share your experiences, and provide valuable tips or entertainment. For affiliate marketing or dropshipping, create videos that showcase the product, explain its benefits, and show how to use it.
Now, about adding a link to your bio—you’ll need 1,000 followers for a clickable link. But here’s a workaround: buy a short, memorable domain name. Put this domain in your bio with a call to action like “Get it here.” Even though it’s not clickable, it’s easy to remember, and people will search for it online.
When it comes to tools, any video editing program will work. CapCut is popular and free, but Adobe Premiere is also a great option. Use whatever suits you best. One important tip: never, ever copy a video and repost it. Your content has to be unique. If you repost, your account could get zero views, so it’s crucial to create your own content.
That’s pretty much it! Good luck!
