Many folks, myself included, tend to fall into a common affiliate marketing trap -- offering too many affiliate program links. It seemed like whenever I needed to link somewhere, I checked to see if I could make in an affiliate link.
I eventually figured out this "secret strategy" and now focus on just a few programs. And I'm finally making a few bucks as an affiliate.
Rather than half-heartedly promoting a bazillion affiliate programs, you'll find it much more profitable to choose two to four programs and focus your attention on those.
I know, I know... it feels weird to not use affiliate links for everything. But trust me, you'll make more money.
-- Mike