I've been doing quite alot of research lately trying to determine the best way to increase the income levels from my site.
Now this question keeps on coming into my head.
What would make more money for my site long-term ... starting affiliate marketing relationships or developing long-term drop shipping arrangements.
My focus is not short-term is definitely long-term.
Looking at the downside to affiliate marketing ...
Researching many, many potential affiliate links I would never buy the product so why should I expect my traffic to buy the products. Many sites have as much chance of closing the sale as I would of becoming the next president of the USA.
The whole process of you delivering your quality traffic to a third party is alien to me. As somebody who hs had over 20 years in sales & retail, taking customers threw the whole buying process has been very successful for me. Why should I consider changing online?
With affiliate marketing even although many sites "claim they have used and fully endorse the product." I don't believe them they are just making the statement to generate income ... simple self-interest theory.
Where as if you look at drop shipping. Assuming you choose the products wisely. The trust you have built with your traffic can be transfered easily into the buying process.
Would be very interested in your thoughts?