Affiliate marketing is actually pretty darn simple. It basically just comes down to getting the right offer in front of the right target audience. And if you do it right, you don't even necessarily need to be great at driving traffic, copywriting or conversions. So, what are the main elements of affiliate marketing? 1) Select an offer I suggest starting with an affiliate network rather than a site that has a private affiliate program. The reason for this is when you are apart of a network, like Shareasale or Commission Junction , you'll have the opportunity to apply for multiple products and services to promote within that network. This is better when you're just starting out since most affiliate networks and programs have a minimum payment threshold before they'll pay you out. That number is usually around $100. So, since you're a beginner you might make a sale, but your commission might only be $10. With a private affiliate program you woul...