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With so many ways to view the night sky, your choices for beginner telescopes can seem overwhelming. Considerations like aperture, mount type, build quality, and basic design are important, according to Eric Adams, a photographer, science journalist, and lifelong amateur astronomer who created an 80,000-member Facebook page dedicated to safely viewing and photographing everything from solar eclipses to the stars. 

Prices can range from under $250 and climb into the thousands, and most experts recommend that you choose a beginner telescope that can grow with you as your passion and knowledge about space grows. That’s why we have chosen the Celestron NextStar 8SE as the best telescope for beginners overall, because of its large aperture, which determines the resolution and the brightness of your image, and its fully automated features that can help you locate and identify celestial objects. Here’s what you need to know about the best beginner telescopes. 

The best beginner telescopes

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Why we like it: The Celestron NextStar 8SE comes in a variety of apertures that range from five inches up to eight, offering amateur astronomers the ability to see everything from the details of the moon to deep-sky objects. It comes highly recommended in its different aperture sizes, but the 8SE (8-inch aperture) offers the most flexibility as your astronomy enthusiasm grows because it has the largest primary mirror, allowing the most light to enter the telescope and help make space objects clear and crisp. 

The telescope comes with a fully automated mount connected to a database of more than 40,000 space objects. That mount helps you line up the telescope with a celestial object without hunting for it manually. You can also take photos using the app and adjust and aim the telescope using your phone or tablet. 

Keep in mind: This is a large telescope, and it’s heavy. It weighs just around 24 pounds with the mount, tripod, and telescope. You’ll also need to align it each time you use it, which requires that you find three bright stars (make sure you’re not pointing at a bright planet), and some beginners find the process frustrating.

Product details: Mount type: Computerized Altitude-Azimuth Single Fork Arm | Optical design: Schmidt-Cassegrain | Focal length: 2032mm (80″) | Aperture: 203.2mm (8”)| Highest magnification: 480x | Eyepieces: 25 mm and 81x | Weight: 24 lbs

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Why we like it: A refractor-type telescope is best for viewing “bright sky objects” like the moons, planets, and bright star clusters. The Astronomers Without Borders OneSky Reflector Telescope is relatively affordable compared to others on the list, and proceeds go to building astronomy-based STEM education programs and sending resources around the world through Astronomers without Borders. This starter telescope comes highly recommended on Reddit, with great reviews, especially from people who can’t necessarily get out to a dark sky area, don’t have a ton of space to set up, and want a tabletop-style telescope. 

Keep in mind: This telescope comes with a small Dobsonian-type mount, a simple mount that can sit on a flat surface and let a telescope move left, right, up, and down. It does not come with a tripod. You’ll also have to purchase it through Astronomers Without Borders, as it is not sold elsewhere. These telescopes are also only available to ship in the U.S.

Product details: Mount type: Dobsonian  | Optical design: Reflector type | Focal length: 650 mm (25.6”) | Aperture: 130mm (5”) | Highest magnification: 26x | Eyepieces: 25mm and 10mm | Weight: 14 lbs

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Why we like it: The Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector is a good bet if you’re looking for an affordable beginner telescope. It offers good optics with plenty of light, great portability thanks to its light weight, and is great for viewing objects “in the neighborhood” of our solar system. It’s also priced much lower than other options on our list.

Keep in mind: While many amateur astronomers have used this scope without any problem for many years, it could be worthwhile to consider a slightly more expensive one like the OneSky, as it will grow with you and allow you to see more things “outside the neighborhood” of our solar system. This is also a tabletop-style telescope, so you’ll need to get a different tripod if you plan to stand it on the ground. Most experts recommend opting for something a bit higher end (above $250) if you can afford it, as you can quickly outgrow the capabilities of this particular telescope.

Product details: Mount type: Alt-Azimuth | Optical design: Reflector | Focal length: 400 mm | Aperture: 100mm (3.9”) | Highest magnification: 200x | Eyepieces: 10mm and 20mm | Weight: 5.3lbs

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Why we like it: The biggest struggle most amateur astronomers face is trying to locate objects in the sky, and the Celestron Starsense Explorer LT80AZ helps solve that thanks to its app-enabled StarSense technology. You mount your smartphone to the barrel of the telescope, and it analyzes star patterns overhead to help you calculate where it’s pointed in real time. You can use the slow-motion adjustments to follow on-screen arrows to find your desired celestial object. Since the telescope is not computerized, it’s more affordable than others on the list. 

Keep in mind: While you can use your phone to help position it, some users still find the Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ frustrating to set up and position accurately. Like the Orion SkyScanner, you can outgrow this beginner-friendly telescope quickly if your passion for amateur astronomy takes off. The smaller aperture also limits this scope’s ability to see deep-space objects. 

Product details: Mount type: Manual Alt-Azimuth | Optical design: Refractor | Focal length: 900 mm (35.43”) | Aperture: 80 mm (3.1”) | Highest magnification: 189x | Eyepieces: 10 mm and 25 mm | Weight: 9.2 lbs

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Why we like it: If you’re looking to get a great first-timer telescope to take photos with, look no further than the Unistellar eQuinox 2. Using the app (iOS or Android), you can position the telescope to find specific objects using your local time and location. The Unistellar eQuinox 2 is great for city dwellers because it cuts through city light pollution with its Smart Light Pollution Reduction feature. You can take photos using the app (for iOS and Android) and share them on social media.

Keep in mind: It’s very pricey, but the image capture and enhancement will make looking at the stars much more enjoyable. Since this telescope is app-enabled, it is less traditional and does not have a traditional eyepiece. It uses digital processing to enhance the imagery you see (and photograph). 

Product details: Mount type: Alt-Azimuth | Optical design: Reflector | Focal length: 450 mm | Aperture: 114mm (4.5”) | Highest magnification: 150x (digital) | Eyepieces: NA  | Weight: 19.8 lbs

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Why we like it: The Skywatcher Classic 200P Dobsonian Telescope is highly recommended by several amateur astronomers thanks to its large aperture and easy functionality. It’s one of the largest Dobsonian telescopes that comes at a fair price. Users also really like the multiple accessories you get, including a focuser, eyepiece adapter, and a 9×50 finderscope, all of which help boost the versatility of this telescope for beginners.  

Keep in mind: This is for home use, so it’s very heavy at 45 lbs (fully assembled). It also doesn’t come with a tripod for use on the ground, so you’ll need to be able to place it on a tabletop to use it. 

Product details: Mount type: Alt-Azimuth | Optical design: Dobsonian | Focal length: 1200 mm | Aperture: 203 mm (8”) | Highest magnification: 400x | Eyepieces: 10mm and 25 mm | Weight: 45 lbs

How we chose the best beginner telescopes

Choosing the best telescope for beginners can feel somewhat overwhelming. We scoured top media reviews, Amazon, and Reddit to determine the best beginner telescopes for this list. 

  • Ease of Use: Aiming a telescope for beginners can be difficult, so we considered features that help newbies more easily locate and view space objects. Weight and usability were also heavily factored into this list. 
  • Brand reputation: We considered the reputation of the suggested brands as lens quality, base construction, and features matter when viewing celestial objects. Brands like Celestron are big players in the space because they make high-quality lenses and mirrors. As Adams says, “Celestron, Meade, and Orion all make excellent telescopes for both beginners and advanced amateurs. Those are relatively familiar brands, but other lesser-known brands are also excellent, such as iOptron, Apertura, and Sky-Watcher. If shopping on Amazon or any big-box retailer, do your research–look for reviews of that specific scope to ensure it will meet your needs and be high enough quality.”
  • Price and cost: We also considered cost, as not everyone has thousands to spend on a beginner telescope. As Adams suggests, if you have under $150 to spend, it might make more sense to purchase the best binoculars you can find with a minimum of 50mm aperture. 
  • Longevity of use: We also looked at whether or not a telescope could grow with a user as their interest in space observation grew. 

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Tips for buying a home telescope

Adams says there are many things to consider when buying your first telescope. You should focus on aperture, mount type, build quality, and basic design to help narrow down your choices. You also should consider cost and portability depending on your needs. 

Aperture

The aperture is the diameter of the objective or mirror in a telescope. The size of the aperture tells you how much light a telescope can take in. The bigger the lens or mirror, the more light the telescope can take in, making faint celestial objects brighter and easier to see. Bigger aperture can mean a higher price, and a bigger (and heavier) telescope, however. 

Magnification

Magnification matters when it comes to choosing the best starter telescope because this determines how well you’ll be able to see details of space objects from far away.  More magnification isn’t necessarily better since it won’t necessarily mean the image quality you see will be better. Most telescopes come with a couple of different eyepieces that offer different levels of magnification, too. 

Experts recommend that 250x is the largest magnification you should consider for a beginner’s telescope. As Adams says, “Magnification is calculated by dividing the focal length of the scope by the focal length of the eyepiece, so a telescope with a 650mm focal length using a 24mm focal length eyepiece will generate 27x magnification.”

Size

Size matters when it comes to telescopes. Most telescopes are somewhat portable, though some on this list are very heavy at close to 50 lbs total. If you plan to use your telescope at home, in a stationary and stable spot, then you can opt for a larger and heavier telescope. If you want something that’s more portable, you’ll need to look closely at the weight and size of the telescope you choose. Larger telescopes tend to let in more light (have larger apertures), which makes seeing dim space features a bit easier but makes them heavier. 

Focal length

Focal length is the distance in millimeters between a telescope’s principal lens and the location where light rays come together inside the telescope. You can figure out a telescope’s focal length by finding the focal ratio, usually expressed as f/number, and multiplying it by the aperture number in millimeters. This number is the primary determinant of the magnification of a telescope. The focal length will determine if you have a wider view or a more narrow view of what you’re looking at. 

Optics

There are many different types of optics and setups for telescopes. Not every telescope refracts and reflects light in the same way, and there are two common types of beginner telescopes: the reflector and  the refractor. Reflector telescopes use mirrors to collect light and direct it to the eyepiece, which tends to make these types of telescopes affordable. Refractor telescopes use a glass objective lens to focus light at the eyepiece and tend to be smaller in size, which is great for portability but not as great for aperture, according to Adams. Most telescopes today offer some kind of app integration to help beginners identify, track, and view all kinds of stars, planets, and moons. 

Mount Types 

There are a number of mount types for telescopes, including equatorial mounts and  Alt-azimuth (alt-az for short). Alt-az mounts go left, right, up, and down. Equatorial mounts align with the earth’s axis and tend to be used for tracking space objects as they move across the sky. Look for telescopes with sturdy and strong mounts that can support the weight of the telescope itself. The telescopes on this list all come with mounts, but not all come with tripods, so be sure to know what you need and want to use your telescope for and choose accordingly. As Adams points out, stability is crucial because even the most expensive telescope is subject to wind and vibration if it’s on a shaky mount. That can lead to a wobbly image. 

Finder scope

Most telescopes include a finder scope, and it is generally mounted on the telescope itself. A finder scope can either have a battery-operated red dot, or a set of crosshairs to help you align a celestial object in the eyepiece. You’ll need to align the finder scope before viewing an object through your telescope so that you can locate the right object and know what you’re looking at. The app-powered telescopes on this list offer high-tech features that make aligning your scope much easier.  

Frequently asked questions

Which type of telescope is best for viewing planets?

According to Adams, an 80mm (aperture) refractor or a 4- to 6-inch reflector will be a great starting point for viewing planets. These usually come with at least two eyepieces that generate a wide view (lower magnification) and a narrow view (higher magnification) to help you see planets. He also says , “A Dobsonian design can be especially great for beginners—it’s a very simple alt-az mount that sits on the ground and is used for long-tube reflectors of 4, 6, 8-inches in aperture or more. It places the eyepiece at good observing height and allows for easy, stable movement and manual tracking.”

What is the best magnification for a beginner telescope?

As Adams points out, magnification is less important than some people may think when it comes to choosing a telescope. “You can see amazing things through a pair of 7x binoculars, or only 25x or so through a telescope—galaxies, nebulae. For instance, the Andromeda Galaxy is the equivalent of 12 full moons in width—so you can’t really use a lot of magnification there anyway. But if you want to zoom in to see details on the surface of Jupiter or the rings of Saturn, or details in, say, the Orion Nebula, you’ll want to go up to 50x or 75x,” Adams says. 

(Magnification is calculated by dividing the focal length of the scope by the focal length of the eyepiece, so a telescope with a 650mm focal length using a 24mm focal length eyepiece will generate 27x magnification.) 

What is a good aperture size for a telescope?

Adams says that when it comes to aperture size, the type of scope matters–whether you choose a reflector or a refractor-type telescope. For refractors, he recommends a 3-inch aperture at a minimum. He recommends 4.5 inches or more for a reflector-type telescope. “If you can upgrade to an 8-inch reflector or a 4- or 5-inch refractor, you’ll be very happy,” Adams says. 

Abigail Bassett is an award-winning freelance journalist based in Los Angeles, California. She has written for CNN, National Geographic, and Elle, among other outlets. Follow her on Instagram.

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The Beginner’s Blueprint to Affiliate Marketing Success


Here is a summary of the YouTube video “The Million Dollar Clickbank Secret That Nobody Is Talking About (Day 63)” by From Failure To Freedom in 10 bullet points:
  1. Introduction: John Artser explains the importance of understanding how to make money online and promises to teach viewers the step-by-step method to start a successful affiliate marketing business.

  2. YouTube Channel Overview: John directs viewers to the home tab of his YouTube channel, where they can access free training courses that offer valuable methods he uses as a seven-figure affiliate marketer.

  3. Series Details: The video is part of a series called “Turn $5 per day into $5,000 per month sending emails,” which is currently on video number 63. John provides the exact emails and products he uses for affiliate marketing.

  4. Platform and Leads: Viewers are instructed to join a platform that provides daily leads and allows them to send emails. John emphasizes starting from video day one and following the series for the best results.

  5. Success Stories and Community: John mentions the success of others following his training, with some earning $40,000 to $50,000 per month. He encourages joining his Facebook group for additional support and testimonials.

  6. Email Campaign Walkthrough: John demonstrates how to prepare and send email number 63, including updating ClickBank IDs, checking landing pages, and using specific subject lines to increase engagement.

  7. Affiliate Marketing Models: He outlines three main ways to earn as an affiliate: low-ticket commissions, high-ticket commissions, and recurring income from subscription-based digital products.

  8. Upcoming Plans: After completing the current email series, John plans to switch to promoting a platform called eia, which offers higher commissions and recurring income, followed by other products like HBA and live chat jobs.

  9. Mastermind and Additional Training: John offers access to his $5,000 Mastermind and private Facebook group for those who join the eia platform, providing comprehensive training and live meetings.

  10. Content Creation Support: The eia platform includes done-for-you content creation and testing, making it easier for affiliates to succeed without creating their own content from scratch.

Are you ready to dive into the world of affiliate marketing and unlock your earning potential? Look no further, because we’ve crafted the ultimate guide to help you get started, even if you’re starting from scratch with zero investment. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll navigate the ins and outs of affiliate marketing, from choosing a profitable niche and finding relevant affiliate programs to promoting products effectively and maximizing your sales. Whether you’re an aspiring online entrepreneur or simply looking to supplement your income, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and strategies to succeed in this exciting field.

Introduction


Introduction: What is affiliate marketing and how can you get started with no money?

Affiliate marketing is a performance-based marketing strategy where you earn a commission by promoting other people’s (or companies’) products or services. When someone clicks on your affiliate link and makes a purchase, you receive a percentage of the sale. It’s a great way to make money online, and it’s a particularly attractive option for those who are just starting out with no money to invest.

There are many ways to get started with affiliate marketing without spending any money. One way is to join affiliate programs that offer free membership. There are many reputable affiliate programs out there, such as Amazon Associates, ClickBank, and ShareASale. Once you’ve joined an affiliate program, you can start promoting their products or services on your website, blog, or social media channels.

Another way to get started with affiliate marketing with no money is to create your own website or blog. You can then join affiliate programs and promote their products or services on your site. This is a great way to build a passive income stream, as you can continue to earn commissions even when you’re not actively working.

Choosing a Niche

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Choosing a Niche: How to choose a niche that is profitable and relevant to your interests

Choosing a niche is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when starting an affiliate marketing business. Your niche will determine the products or services you promote, the audience you target, and the strategies you use to market your affiliate links.

There are a few things to consider when choosing a niche:

  • Profitability: Is there a demand for products or services in this niche? Are there other affiliate marketers in this niche making a good living?
  • Relevance: Are you passionate about this niche? Do you have knowledge or experience in this area?
  • Competition: How competitive is this niche? Are there a lot of other affiliate marketers promoting the same products or services?

Once you’ve considered these factors, you can start to narrow down your options. Here are a few tips for choosing a profitable and relevant niche:

  • Do your research: Explore different niches and see what’s popular. Look at what other affiliate marketers are promoting and see what’s working for them.
  • Follow your interests: Choose a niche that you’re passionate about. This will make it easier to create content and promote products or services that you genuinely believe in.
  • Consider your skills and experience: If you have knowledge or experience in a particular area, this could be a great niche for you. You’ll be able to create content that is authoritative and helpful to your audience.

Finding Affiliate Programs


Finding Affiliate Programs: How to find and join affiliate programs that are relevant to your niche

Once you’ve chosen a niche, it’s time to start finding affiliate programs to join. There are many different affiliate programs out there, so it’s important to do your research and find ones that are relevant to your niche and offer competitive commissions.

Here are a few tips for finding affiliate programs:

  • Use a search engine: Simply search for

Promoting Affiliate Products: Different ways to promote affiliate products, including email marketing, social media, and content marketing

Once you’ve joined some affiliate programs, it’s time to start promoting their products or services. There are many different ways to promote affiliate products, but some of the most effective methods include email marketing, social media, and content marketing.

Email marketing is a great way to stay in touch with your audience and promote your affiliate products. You can use email marketing to build relationships with your subscribers, provide them with valuable content, and promote your affiliate products in a non-spammy way.

Social media is another effective way to promote your affiliate products. You can use social media to connect with potential customers, share valuable content, and promote your affiliate products in a more casual and engaging way.

Content marketing is a long-term strategy that can help you build trust and authority with your audience. You can use content marketing to create valuable content that educates and informs your audience. Once you’ve built a relationship with your audience, you can start to promote your affiliate products in a more subtle way.

Here are a few tips for promoting affiliate products:

  • Be transparent: Let your audience know that you’re promoting affiliate products. This will help to build trust and credibility with your audience.
  • Provide value: Don’t just promote products for the sake of making a commission. Make sure that you’re providing your audience with valuable content that they’ll find helpful and informative.
  • Use high-quality images and videos: Visual content can help to capture your audience’s attention and make your affiliate promotions more engaging.

Email Marketing

Email Marketing: How to use email marketing to build a relationship with your audience and promote your affiliate products

Email marketing is a powerful tool that can help you build relationships with your audience and promote your affiliate products. When done correctly, email marketing can help you increase your sales and grow your affiliate marketing business.

Here are a few tips for using email marketing to promote your affiliate products:

  • Build a list of subscribers: The first step to email marketing is to build a list of subscribers. You can do this by offering a freebie, such as a lead magnet or a discount code, in exchange for people’s email addresses.
  • Segment your list: Once you have a list of subscribers, you can segment it into different groups based on their interests, demographics, or behavior. This will help you send more targeted emails that are more likely to be opened and clicked.
  • Create valuable content: Your emails should provide value to your subscribers. This means providing them with information that they find helpful and interesting. You can use your emails to share tips, advice, and insights on your niche topic.
  • Promote your affiliate products: Once you’ve built a relationship with your subscribers, you can start to promote your affiliate products. Be sure to do this in a non-spammy way. Focus on providing your subscribers with valuable information and recommendations.

Social Media Marketing

Email Marketing: How to use email marketing to build a relationship with your audience and promote your affiliate products

Email marketing is a powerful tool that can help you build relationships with your audience and promote your affiliate products. When done correctly, email marketing can help you increase your sales and grow your affiliate marketing business.

Here are a few tips for using email marketing to promote your affiliate products:

  • Build a list of subscribers: The first step to email marketing is to build a list of subscribers. You can do this by offering a freebie, such as a lead magnet or a discount code, in exchange for people’s email addresses.
  • Segment your list: Once you have a list of subscribers, you can segment it into different groups based on their interests, demographics, or behavior. This will help you send more targeted emails that are more likely to be opened and clicked.
  • Create valuable content: Your emails should provide value to your subscribers. This means providing them with information that they find helpful and interesting. You can use your emails to share tips, advice, and insights on your niche topic.
  • Promote your affiliate products: Once you’ve built a relationship with your subscribers, you can start to promote your affiliate products. Be sure to do this in a non-spammy way. Focus on providing your subscribers with valuable information and recommendations.

Content Marketing

Email Marketing: How to use email marketing to build a relationship with your audience and promote your affiliate products

Email marketing is a powerful tool that can help you build relationships with your audience and promote your affiliate products. When done correctly, email marketing can help you increase your sales and grow your affiliate marketing business.

Here are a few tips for using email marketing to promote your affiliate products:

  • Build a list of subscribers: The first step to email marketing is to build a list of subscribers. You can do this by offering a freebie, such as a lead magnet or a discount code, in exchange for people’s email addresses.
  • Segment your list: Once you have a list of subscribers, you can segment it into different groups based on their interests, demographics, or behavior. This will help you send more targeted emails that are more likely to be opened and clicked.
  • Create valuable content: Your emails should provide value to your subscribers. This means providing them with information that they find helpful and interesting. You can use your emails to share tips, advice, and insights on your niche topic.
  • Promote your affiliate products: Once you’ve built a relationship with your subscribers, you can start to promote your affiliate products. Be sure to do this in a non-spammy way. Focus on providing your subscribers with valuable information and recommendations.

Increasing Your Affiliate Sales


Increasing Your Affiliate Sales: Tips and strategies for increasing your affiliate sales

Once you’ve started promoting affiliate products, you’ll want to start thinking about how to increase your sales. Here are a few tips and strategies to help you do just that:

  • Promote high-quality products: One of the best ways to increase your affiliate sales is to promote high-quality products that you believe in. When you promote products that you’re passionate about, it will come across in your content and your audience will be more likely to trust your recommendations.
  • Create valuable content: Your content should provide value to your audience. This means providing them with information that they find helpful and interesting. When you create valuable content, your audience will be more likely to engage with your content and click on your affiliate links.
  • Use a variety of marketing channels: Don’t rely on just one marketing channel to promote your affiliate products. Use a variety of channels, such as email marketing, social media, and content marketing, to reach a wider audience.
  • Track your results: It’s important to track your results so that you can see what’s working and what’s not. This will help you improve your affiliate marketing strategy and increase your sales.

Building a Recurring Income Stream

Building a Recurring Income Stream: How to build a recurring income stream through affiliate marketing

One of the best things about affiliate marketing is that it can provide you with a recurring income stream. This means that you can continue to earn money from your affiliate marketing efforts even after you’ve stopped working.

There are a few different ways to build a recurring income stream through affiliate marketing. One way is to promote products or services that offer recurring commissions. This means that you’ll earn a commission every time someone you refer makes a purchase.

Another way to build a recurring income stream through affiliate marketing is to create your own affiliate program. This allows you to earn commissions on sales of your own products or services.

Here are a few tips for building a recurring income stream through affiliate marketing:

  • Promote products or services that offer recurring commissions: There are many affiliate programs that offer recurring commissions. Look for products or services that you believe in and that offer a generous commission structure.
  • Create your own affiliate program: If you have your own products or services, you can create your own affiliate program. This will allow you to earn commissions on sales of your own products or services.
  • Build a strong relationship with your audience: The key to building a successful affiliate marketing business is to build a strong relationship with your audience. Provide them with valuable content and recommendations, and they’ll be more likely to click on your affiliate links and make purchases.

Wrapping up

Summary of the key points and how to get started with affiliate marketing today

Affiliate marketing is a great way to make money online. It’s a flexible and scalable business model that can be started with little to no investment.

In this guide, we’ve covered the basics of affiliate marketing, including how to choose a niche, find affiliate programs, promote affiliate products, and increase your sales. We’ve also discussed how to build a recurring income stream through affiliate marketing.

If you’re ready to get started with affiliate marketing, here are a few tips:

  • Choose a niche that you’re passionate about. This will make it easier to create content and promote products or services that you believe in.
  • Find affiliate programs that offer products or services that are relevant to your niche. There are many different affiliate programs out there, so take some time to find ones that are a good fit for your audience.
  • Promote your affiliate products in a non-spammy way. Focus on providing your audience with valuable content and recommendations, and they’ll be more likely to click on your affiliate links and make purchases.

Quiz

1. What is affiliate marketing?

(a) A marketing strategy where you earn a commission for promoting other people’s products or services (b) A type of online advertising where you pay for clicks (c) A way to make money online by creating your own products or services

2. What is the first step to getting started with affiliate marketing?

(a) Finding affiliate programs (b) Creating a website or blog (c) Choosing a niche

3. What is the best way to promote affiliate products?

(a) Spamming your audience with affiliate links (b) Creating valuable content and providing helpful recommendations (c) Paying for advertising

4. How can you build a recurring income stream through affiliate marketing?

(a) Promote products or services that offer recurring commissions (b) Create your own affiliate program (c) Both (a) and (b)

5. True or False: Affiliate marketing is a good option for people who want to make money online with little to no investment.

(a) True (b) False

Answer Key\n\n1. (a)\n2. (c)\n3. (b)\n4. (c)\n5. (a)”

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In today’s fast-paced digital age, understanding the intricacies of digital marketing has become paramount for businesses aiming to thrive in the competitive online landscape. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or an established company looking to expand your online presence, grasping the fundamentals of digital marketing is essential.

What is Digital Marketing?

Digital marketing encompasses a broad range of online tactics and strategies aimed at promoting products or services through digital channels. Unlike traditional marketing methods, such as print ads or television commercials, digital marketing leverages the power of the internet to reach a wider audience in a more targeted and cost-effective manner.

Understanding the Digital Marketing Landscape:

The digital marketing landscape is vast and constantly evolving, with new technologies and trends emerging at a rapid pace. To navigate this complex terrain, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with the key components of digital marketing:

Search Engine Optimization (SEO):

SEO is the process of optimizing your website to rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs). By optimizing your site’s content and structure, you can improve its visibility and attract more organic traffic from search engines like Google, Bing, and Yahoo.

Content Marketing:

Content marketing involves creating and distributing valuable, relevant, and engaging content to attract and retain a target audience. Whether it’s blog posts, videos, infographics, or social media updates, content marketing helps establish your brand as a thought leader in your industry and builds trust with your audience.

Social Media Marketing:

Social media marketing revolves around using social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to promote your products or services. With billions of active users worldwide, social media provides businesses with a powerful platform to connect with their audience, build brand awareness, and drive website traffic.

Email Marketing:

Email marketing remains one of the most effective digital marketing channels for nurturing leads and converting prospects into customers. By sending personalized and targeted email campaigns, businesses can engage with their audience, promote products or services, and drive sales.

Affiliate Marketing:

Affiliate marketing is a performance-based marketing strategy where businesses reward affiliates for driving traffic or sales to their website through the affiliate’s marketing efforts. This can involve paying affiliates a commission for each sale they generate or a fee for each visitor they refer to your site.

Influencer Marketing:

Influencer marketing involves partnering with influential individuals or celebrities on social media to promote your products or services to their followers. By leveraging the credibility and reach of influencers, businesses can tap into new audiences and boost brand awareness.

Analytics and Reporting:

Analytics and reporting are integral to digital marketing success, allowing businesses to track and measure the performance of their campaigns. By analyzing key metrics such as website traffic, conversion rates, and return on investment (ROI), you can gain valuable insights into your audience’s behavior and optimize your marketing efforts accordingly.

Developing a Digital Marketing Strategy:

Now that you have a basic understanding of the key components of digital marketing, it’s time to develop a comprehensive digital marketing strategy tailored to your business goals and target audience. Here are some steps to help you get started:

Define Your Objectives:

Begin by defining clear and measurable objectives for your digital marketing efforts. Whether it’s increasing website traffic, generating leads, or boosting sales, having specific goals will guide your strategy and help you track your progress over time.

Know Your Audience:

Understanding your target audience is essential for crafting effective digital marketing campaigns. Conduct market research to identify your ideal customer persona, including their demographics, interests, pain points, and online behavior. This will enable you to tailor your messaging and content to resonate with your audience’s needs and preferences.

Choose the Right Channels:

With countless digital marketing channels available, it’s important to focus on the platforms that align with your business objectives and target audience. Whether it’s SEO, content marketing, social media, or email, choose the channels that offer the best opportunities for reaching and engaging with your audience effectively.

Create Compelling Content:

Content is king in the world of digital marketing, so invest in creating high-quality, relevant, and engaging content that adds value to your audience. Whether it’s blog posts, videos, infographics, or podcasts, focus on creating content that educates, entertains, or inspires your audience and encourages them to take action.

Conclusion:

Digital marketing may seem daunting at first, but with the right knowledge and strategies, you can harness its power to grow your business and reach new heights of success online. By understanding the key components of digital marketing, developing a solid strategy, and continuously monitoring and optimizing your efforts, you can unlock endless opportunities for growth and expansion in the digital realm. So, embrace the world of digital marketing, and watch your business soar to new heights!









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Affiliate marketing is one of the best ways you can make a passive stream of income.

You don’t need to have a website or even be a social media influencer – you only need to be a creative marketer.

One of my favorite examples from a conference about 12 or so years ago was someone who used affiliate links for dating programs by setting up road signs in heavy rush-hour traffic areas.

As people drove home from work and sat in traffic, they saw the signs and visited the URLs, which were landing pages or redirects through the affiliate links.

But that’s not a very sustainable strategy – just a unique way to make money as an affiliate marketer.

As you can see, there is no shortage of ways to make money with affiliate marketing, and this guide will help you devise a strategy and start your journey.

It is based on my 20+/- years of experience being an affiliate managing programs – and for a short time, managing an affiliate network.

Even if you’re already an expert, there are likely ideas you haven’t tried yet.

The strategies in this guide apply to individual people like bloggers and social media stars, businesses and non-profit organizations, and media outlets or publications looking to make money with affiliate marketing.

There’s a ton of information below, including statistics on what affiliates actually earn from some of the largest affiliate networks, so get ready to dive in.

We’ll start with defining what affiliate marketing is, go into the truth about what you should expect earnings-wise, and then ways you can become an affiliate, including unique ideas I’ve had but haven’t implemented or tried yet. That one is in the how to get started section.

Tip four in the “tips for beginners” section is more of an advanced affiliate marketing strategy as it is commonly overlooked and a missed opportunity for you to make money.

And there are other hidden gems mixed throughout.

Table of Contents:

What Is Affiliate Marketing?

Affiliate marketing is a performance marketing channel where a person or entity earns a commission by promoting a product or service.

In some instances, a mixed payment model like a flat fee with a commission or a commission and a lead CPA, a cost per click, a download, or other events could become options.

Leads could be app downloads, upsells in games, a form fill-out, newsletter sign-ups, and more.

There are three parties that interact to make the affiliate marketing channel work.

Affiliates (Also Known As Publishers And What You Are)

This is the person, company, or entity that is promoting a store, product, or service in exchange for a commission.

Merchants (Also Known As Offers)

A brand or service provider who is paying others to promote their offerings on a revenue-sharing basis.

Merchants may also create private bundles, packages, or funnels; these one-off deals normally have custom commissions. They are referred to as offers.

Affiliate Networks

The tracking platform that holds money in escrow, provides compliance guidelines, pays the partners, and tracks the conversions is known as the affiliate network. There are three types:

  • Traditional – You’ll find ecommerce brands with their products listed, as well as lead offers from insurance companies, subscriptions, service providers, and even non-profits looking to fundraise.
  • CPA – The CPA network differs from a traditional affiliate network because it lists single offers or product bundles with a flat payout. The affiliates in CPA networks choose offers and negotiate commissions based on the offer vs. having a full suite of product tools where they can mix and match commission models.
  • Sub – Sub-affiliate networks are when other traditional affiliate networks or CPA affiliate networks join an affiliate program and list the merchant on their platform. This can also include monetization tools where an affiliate installs a JavaScript on their website, and the JavaScript turns backlinks into affiliate links on the exit click.

How Much Money Can You Make With Affiliate Marketing?

The amount of money you can make from affiliate marketing is limited to your ability to bring high- and mid-level intent users to your tracking links and convert them.

However, it is important to know that most people do not make a living exclusively from affiliate marketing. It’s a combination of channels and monetization strategies.

But don’t get discouraged; it is easy to earn a few thousand a year and then grow your income from there.

Affiliate revenue can complement and sometimes beat cost per thousand impressions (CPM) and flat fee rates, not to mention tide you over when sponsorships and ambassadorships dry up.

And almost every affiliate platform offers multiple ways for you to get paid. As the affiliate, it is up to you to talk to the affiliate programs you join to get increased percentages, flat fees, and mixed models.

I talked to multiple affiliate platforms, including some of the largest and most trusted networks in the US (a special thank you to ShareASale, Impact, and AWIN) to share stats on what percentage of affiliates that make at least $1 per year earn by revenue group in a 12 month period.

The following is the average based on the combined data we got from the groups we talked to (which isn’t limited to the ones mentioned above.) I’ve been asked not to share specifics from the contributors, so I will not.

But we talked to associations, SaaS private labels, etc.

Annual Earnings % of Partners
< 1K 79.75%
1K-5K 9.30%
5K-10K 2.95%
10K-50K 4.40%
50K-100K 1.15%
> 100K 2.45%

Affiliate payment models and actions can include a traditional affiliate payment which is a percentage of sales, and be combined with the following:

  • Flat fees for a sale or package.
  • Cost-per-click payments.
  • Cost per verified lead payments.
  • Fee per download.
  • Flat fee payments on upsells in a shopping cart.
  • CPM (cost per thousand impressions).
  • Newsletter sign-ups.
  • Form completion fees (different from verified leads where payment is made or verification happens).
  • Sponsorship and exclusivity fees.
  • And more!

How Does Affiliate Marketing Work?

Affiliate marketing works using the following steps:

  • You discover you can build an audience or reach an audience that has a need.
  • Once a need is identified, you create a strategy to get your tracking link or code in front of the group.
  • From there, you match the audience you’re reaching to the store, product, or service provider who has an affiliate program.
  • Locate the best network or platform for the affiliate program and join.
  • Once approved, verify your promotional method is compliant with the manager.
  • Begin putting your tracking links or codes in front of the audience (with compliant advertising disclosures) and check the affiliate network to ensure clicks, leads, and sales are tracking.
  • Expand on what works and continue to grow your income.

Types Of Affiliate Marketing

There’s almost no limit to the types of affiliate marketing.

Some methods have short-term revenue boosts, like sharing a link on social media, and others can build sustainable revenue for the long haul, like building destination websites.

You can even do affiliate marketing in person via presentations at a conference or handing out contact cards at a nightclub or networking event.

I’ve done this personally by using custom URLs and QR codes (with advertising disclosures).

And don’t limit yourself. You can mix and match to create a stream of revenue that has seasonal highs, bursts of revenue during slow times, and builds an audience you can scale – and eventually sell the destination property if you’d like.

Here are some of the ways you can be an affiliate marketer:

  • Websites and blogs – Whether your website is topically niche, a reviews site, or you create how-to guides (recipes, home improvement, etc.), affiliate links can be used as tools, solutions, and complementary banners in a sidebar.
  • Social media influencers – Can share affiliate links as they feature products and solutions. Having a vanity code is a great way to track sales if no clickable link is available (as long as it doesn’t leak to coupon sites and cash-back browser extensions).
  • Social media advertising – Brands can only gain so much coverage on their own. By having experienced social media marketers running ads, they can increase their reach. And if you have a fan base, boosting your own posts through the ad platform is another form of paid social media that can work. Ask your affiliate managers for a boost budget if they’re asking for shares and you have an engaged audience.
  • Social and professional groups – Let’s say you belong to a photography club or a professional Slack channel, or maybe you are part of or own a Facebook group for like-minded people. If you have permission from the owner, share your affiliate links with them. Better yet, the group owner can do it to raise funds for get-togethers and a slush fund if a member is ever in need.
  • PPC – If the affiliate program allows for it, try running PPC ads. If you do trademark or trademark + coupons/reviews/etc., you will likely get removed from the programs, so don’t do it unless you have permission. Adding value to the brand and using non-branded phrases is always the safest route. Make sure to read the TOS of the program and ask the manager if direct linking or landing pages are required – you don’t want all of your commissions reversed because you forgot to check first.
  • Destination sites and apps – Destination sites and apps are places people go to be part of a community and find resources because they have full trust in the place; it is their go-to destination. By being the leading authority, you can set up comparison pricing, booking, and shopping engines, as well as creative ways to use data and deal feeds to monetize the audience while providing resources.
  • Ebooks and courses – Have you written an ebook, or do you sell a course that mentions a product, software, or service? You can use affiliate links here too.
  • Subscriptions – Do you sell sports bet predictions or horoscopes, do paid marketing or professional newsletters, or even manage a subscription box? You can incorporate affiliate links into these.
    • For sports bets, why not promote the venues they can place bets from and sell fan merchandise to loyal fans?
  • YouTube – This is one of the top ways affiliates earn. People come to YouTube to learn how to do something, from styling hair to fixing their boats. They also look for comparisons and reviews. Each of these is prime for making money with affiliate links in the description and vanity codes in the videos.
    • Don’t forget social media platforms that use video, like Reels, TikToks, etc.
  • Newsletters and email – Email is not dead, and if you have an active list, you know the audience breakdowns. Share relevant and timely communications with them, and even deals on products they would need at the moment. Your email and newsletter list are your money-makers as long as you don’t abuse them.
  • SMS – Just like emails above, if you don’t abuse your list, you can get an audience that clicks and shops. They tend to be younger, so audience matching here from the products, venues, and time/season is vital.
  • Perks portals – Have you ever landed on the “thank you” page of a website, and there are offers for other companies? These are likely affiliate links or a hybrid affiliate commission + fee (cost per click, CPM, or flat fee).
  • Cashback – If you’re getting cash back from a vendor, browser extension, or website, you’re getting a part of the commission they’re earning. You can offer cash back too, but make sure to talk to a licensed attorney and a certified CPA to get the processes and protections in place before starting.
  • Coupon and deal sites – Coupon websites and deal sites (deal sites share products on sales vs. a coupon for a brand) are normally powered by affiliate commissions. They pull in product and deal feeds and collect commissions as you click and checkout.
  • Reviews – Reviewing products in writing, on videos, and on social media is a great way to earn affiliate commissions.
  • Partnerships and co-branded campaigns – One of my favorite strategies is to partner with other companies to promote each other with direct links or affiliate links. It could be blog posts, email blasts, co-sponsoring a giveaway on a third-party site (with an influencer or blogger), etc. You can reach other audiences, track everything, and generate income. These stats can then be used to build larger partnerships, especially if you’re smaller. You can approach a big brand and say, “Here are our stats and what you can expect for a CAC and ROAS compared to your other efforts.”
  • Gift guides and portals – Gift websites that create lists, registries, or gift ideas listicles can all make money through affiliate links. It’s literally product and shopping-based content, so conversions and user intent are high.
  • Planning apps – Apps that help people plan events (weddings, baptisms, birthdays, etc.) or even decorate a room are perfect for making money with affiliate marketing. You provide ideas and guidance, and the users provide preferences. You’re already making recommendations, and they’re going to be shopping. Have them shop through your affiliate links for extra revenue in your pocket. It’s money on the table.
  • Offline ads – Buy ad space in a bathroom, a movie theatre screen, billboards, bus stops, or even a shopping cart space inside a store and have a QR code to get the person to take action. You could even offer a comparison price if you know the website is cheaper than in person, and offer a discount. If there’s a downloadable app, you have a captive audience and a message about saving right there on the spot.
  • Listicles – These are the “best” and aspirational lists you’ll see ranking for shopping queries. Some could be the best XYZ product or service, others could be vacations and places to visit.

How To Get Started With Affiliate Marketing

Many successful affiliates already have a platform, but there’s no reason you cannot start from scratch.

By going in with a plan, you can start your affiliate marketing journey with a more controlled approach, measurable steps, and the potential for better results.

Step 1: Pick A Niche You Are Excited By

The first step in affiliate marketing is to figure out what you can write about, talk about, be interviewed about, and not get tired of for at least three or four years.

If it bores you, or you pick a niche purely for performance, you’re less likely to see genuine success.

I know this from experience. You have to have passion to keep it interesting. Create an experience people will want to keep coming back to, that they will trust, and that they will share with others who are interested in the topic.

You must also be knowledgeable on the subject, or you will lack authenticity. It’s similar to E-E-A-T.

Here’s a way to see if the niche is a good one for you to try:

Create a list of at least 50 topics under that niche with 2 or 3 unique talking points about each.

If you cannot find at least 50 that are unique from each other, you may not have the expertise yet. You also won’t have enough content to publish or do something new for a full year. This will limit you.

That doesn’t mean you have to stop; instead, think of a complementary niche and see if it is topically relevant to the one you have. That includes audience demographics, stores, or service providers that cater to both topics, and you feel equally enthusiastic towards it.

If there is, this complementary theme will help you get to 50.

Step 2: Find Affiliate Programs To Join

Before you build a website, YouTube channel, podcast, or buy media, make sure there are programs that have an audience match and will accept your promotional methods.

Some affiliate programs don’t want review, deal, or coupon sites, for example. So if that was your plan, you may not have options right now.

Others don’t want podcasts, newsletter features, YouTube content creators, or PPC marketers because they don’t see the value.

And the same goes for audience matching.

Suppose none of the programs cater to a female demographic, but you have women as an audience. In that case, chances are you won’t make as much as you would with other niches because the shopping and conversion experience doesn’t meet their needs.

And if your promotional methods aren’t accepted in the program, your commissions will get reversed because you broke the program’s terms of service. But you can still make money in other ways.

Pro tip: Always read the program terms of service before joining and get permission for your promotional methods from the company before starting. This is how you can help to protect yourself. Don’t ever join, and just hope for the best.

Step 3: Launch Your Plan

Now it’s time to launch your plan. It could include a website, landing pages for paid media, a podcast, a YouTube channel, social media accounts, or any other way you plan to get your links to the right audience.

Here’s the idea I mentioned in the opening.

If you’ve been to a nightclub, bar, or even a hotel lobby bar, you’ve likely seen bathroom advertisements. They could be in the stalls or on the walls by the sinks. This is prime real estate with a captive audience.

If it is a late-night establishment vs. a daytime restaurant or the go-to pub by a large hotel that hosts conferences, this is what I’d be looking for.

As people have been drinking and the night is coming to a close, they will use the restroom before getting in a cab or Uber. They will also have some immediate needs, thoughts, or wants. This is where you can run your affiliate links.

  • Buy ad space in the restroom.
  • Have a QR code that redirects through your affiliate links on the ad.
  • Find affiliate programs that would resonate with the specific types of patrons in that restroom. Nightclubs have different needs than high-end hotel bars, for example.

Here are niches that I’d potentially try for nightclubs:

  • Late-night food delivery apps as people need to soak up the booze.
  • Dating apps that cater to specific age ranges or demographics based on the type of nightclub (music, age demographic, LGBTQ+, etc.).
  • Hydration therapy (IV drips) where you can book or do a quick and easy lead form, especially if you can book for the next morning, and they’ll come to you.
  • Pregnancy tests or STD tests and clinic appointments.

And don’t count yourself out – this could be applied to ads on shopping carts at grocery stores or convenience stores. Shoppers see them, and you can gauge the audience based on Census Bureau data and store customer data.

Fun fact: Years ago, I did something similar to the above. There was a way to pay the app to send a message to everyone within a multiple-mile radius of a city center, and you could include a custom message with a URL (the link wasn’t clickable, though). I used it to target people in major cities at roughly 1:50 and 2:00 a.m. with two push notifications.

In the notification, I had a message like: “Going home alone? Have a snack meet you there! Click here to order.” Then, I would include a food delivery solution or relevant match to the message with late-night service.

The app caught on that I wasn’t sending “I’m available to date” messaging since that was the purpose of the push, so my account got closed. Oddly enough, I think it started selling push notification ad spaces afterward, so the company benefited too.

Affiliate Marketing Tips For Beginners

The very first thing to do is check out my checklist of things to look for before joining an affiliate program.

This way, you’re ready to pick the affiliate programs with the best chance of making money.

Then it’s time to get into the right mindset – and this starts with rejection.

Tip 1: Take Rejection Well

You find the perfect affiliate program and are excited because they have the perfect product, amazing commissions, and your audience is asking for it.

You apply, get rejected, and the affiliate manager either doesn’t respond or gives you a generic email. It happens to all of us.

Don’t get upset, and definitely do not respond with a rude email to the manager. Instead, email why you’re a good match and share an example of how you’ll be adding value. It may not get you into the program, but that’s life.

If they still don’t respond, see if the PR team has an alternate program on a non-affiliate but still commissionable platform. That could be your way in.

If you cannot work with the company you wanted, look for their competitors and see if Amazon sells the product, too.

There’s almost always an alternative to your first and second choice.

And at some point in time, once your platform is large enough, they’ll come to you. When they do, require a custom commission and share that you were initially rejected, and it will take work to replace your current vendors.

But again, be professional and don’t place blame or focus on the past. You don’t want to ruin the opportunity.

A final option is to look for sub-affiliate networks. There are massive players out there, like Skimlinks, and niche ones that dominate in spaces like fashion. They have access to the brands and can get you in until the brand is ready to work with you.

Tip 2: Don’t Focus On High Commissions And EPCs

Higher commissions and high earnings per click (EPCs) do not mean more money.

The amount you make depends on multiple factors.

Average order value (AOV), proper attribution commissioning, allowing software affiliates in the checkout process, conversion rates, etc., all impact the amount you earn outside of the payout.

Look at the entire sales flow and your demographic matches, then account for leaks and other affiliate touchpoints.

The higher commission may only be there because you are going to make less due to other factors that can replace your tracking.

Tip 3: Be Open To Testing

Always test merchants, messaging, and links.

In one of our B2B affiliate programs, we pay different amounts on different packages.

We regularly test affiliate promotional wording, and when we change a single word or a selling point, the higher packages sell more frequently, and the partners earn more.

Then the same learnings can be applied to partners with similar traffic and audiences.

In another program, we discovered (because our top partners shared conversion data) that most of the competitors have roughly equal conversions on desktop – but we are the highest by a couple of percentage points in mobile traffic.

When we approach new partners and they say they’re happy with the competitor, we ask what percentage of their traffic is mobile.

When they give a higher number, we share what they could be making based on the data we have from similar traffic sources if they work with us instead.

If they don’t test, they’ll continue to think they’re maxing out profits, which is not always the case.

Tip 4: Monetize Everything Relevant

One of the most common mistakes I see when people monetize their channels is that they forget there are places where actions take place and no affiliate links.

This includes emails and newsletters, social media shares, and blog posts.

When people post to Facebook, and there are multiple images, don’t forget to edit the description on each so it is unique, add relevant hashtags, and upload the specific affiliate link to purchase on each image.

Here’s an example I did on my feed with a few products, then deleted. Please note I used an advertising disclosure – this is important for both you and the programs you’re promoting.

In this screenshot, you’ll see I used one affiliate link (I may bring someone to a blog post from this one vs. a direct link to shop since I have three different stores).

In full transparency, I manage the affiliate program for the music boxes, but I am not mentioning which program it is. This guide is to help you, not promote my clients.

affiliate marketing example 1Image from author, August 2023

In this next screenshot, I clicked on the music box, and if you look to the right, I describe why it is a gift for the theme (I didn’t use hashtags on this one) and share the affiliate link that would take you to the product.

affiliate marketing example 2Image from author, August 2023

Summary

Getting started in affiliate marketing is easy, and there is no shortage of ways or opportunities.

You probably won’t get rich, but you can make extra income while having a lot of fun doing it.

As a bonus, once you become an affiliate marketer, you will learn analytics, tracking, and multiple forms of marketing, including SEO, email, content writing, media buying, etc. This will set you up to scale as a marketer in a company if you want a full-time marketing job.

And best of all, affiliate marketing is a low-cost way to start your own business and become your own boss.

I hope you take the plunge and give it a try – I owe most of my career to this industry, and I look forward to seeing you succeed in it, too.

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Options trading is often promoted as an investment strategy anyone can participate in.

But is that really the case? While options trading has the potential to produce significant returns, it requires considerably more education and training than a common buy-and-hold investment approach.

What is options trading, and how can you learn to trade successfully? This article is meant to be an overview of the process, not a comprehensive guide. After reading, continue to learn all you can about options trading before you invest.

Table of Contents
  1. What Is Options Trading? 
  1. Call Option Example
  • How to Trade Options
    1. Options and IRA Accounts
    2. Strike Price and Expiration Date
  • Where to Trade Options 
    1. 🏆 TastyTrade
    2. Ally Invest
    3. Robinhood
    4. Webull
  • Different Types of Options Trading
    1. Call Options
    2. Put Options
    3. Covered Calls
    4. Married Put
    5. Protective Collar
    6. Long Straddle
  • Advantages of Options Trading
  • Disadvantages of Options Trading
  • Glossary of Terms
  • Is Options Trading a Sound Investment Strategy?
  • What Is Options Trading? 

    Options trading is the process of trading options contracts. In the simplest of terms, it involves purchasing a contract that gives the holder the option to either purchase (call option) or sell (put option) a security at a specific price by a certain date.

    The buyer, commonly called a holder, will pay a small premium for the option, which represents a small fraction of the value of the underlying securities. The premium will be forfeited if the holder fails to exercise the option. In most cases, the loss of the premium paid is the main risk involved in the trade.

    An investor may trade options to protect the value of securities he already owns or to speculate on the future direction of securities he doesn’t own. In either case, it requires a very small investment, and the investor can earn a relatively large return with very little risk of capital.

    Call Option Example

    For example, you might enter a call option to purchase 100 company shares with a current stock value of $50. The option may enable you to purchase the shares at $55 within 90 days of executing the option.

    If the value of the stock rises to $60 before the contract expires, you can exercise your option to purchase the shares for $55, then immediately sell them at $60. On a 100-share contract, it would represent a profit of $500 (100 X $60 – $55). If you paid a premium of $1 per share for the option, your profit would be reduced by $100, for a net profit of $400.

    If the stock doesn’t rise in value to a level that would make the trade profitable, you can simply let the option expire. Otherwise, your total loss will be the cost of the premium, or $100.

    In effect, this would enable you to participate in the gains of a stock you might otherwise purchase upfront for $5,000 for just the cost of the $100 premium. That creates leverage of 50:1.

    This arrangement – the ability to leverage a large purchase with a small investment – makes it easy to see why an options strategy is so attractive.

    How to Trade Options

    To get started, you’ll need to open an account with a broker that has options trading. Most do, but some are more accommodating of using options as a strategy. Options trading is more common in taxable accounts as there are fewer restrictions than in retirement accounts.  

    Options trading is generally permitted in IRAs but on a much more limited basis. But even within an IRA account, you may need to get specific authorization for options trading from the broker. Options are generally not permitted in 401(k), 403(b), and TSP plans since those are employer-sponsored plans. 

    Even if options trading is permitted in an account, you should familiarize yourself with your broker’s requirements.

    Options and IRA Accounts

    This is especially true in the case of IRA accounts, which may have special requirements or limitations. For example, you cannot use margin trading in connection with options since borrowing any funds within an IRA constitutes an immediate distribution of funds and is subject to income tax.

    Strike Price and Expiration Date

    Options contracts come with the right to buy or sell the underlying securities, which are typically in blocks of 100 shares. The contract will include a strike price, at which the option will be exercised, presumably generating a profit for the holder. And finally, there will also be an expiration date

    For example, the option may grant the holder the right to buy or sell the underlying security for up to 90 days after contract execution. The 90th day will represent the expiration date. After that, the holder will lose the ability to exercise the option.

    But once you enter an options contract, you are not required to exercise the option. You can choose to let it expire, and your only loss will be the premium you paid for the contract, as well as any commission or per-contract fee imposed by the broker.

    Where to Trade Options 

    There are many online broker that allow you to trade options, including the following platforms:

    🏆 TastyTrade

    TastyTrade is a platform designed for active traders, especially if you are involved in options trading. They are frequently listed as one of the best, specifically, for options trading because of the suite of tools they provide on top of a favorable commission structure. The options trade is commission free and each contract costs just $1 with a $10 cap per leg plus no commission to close a position.

    There is no minimum amount to open an account. It’ll let you look at the tools to get a sense of how powerful they are.

    TastyTrade offers a generous bonus of up to $3,000 based on how much you transfer into your account:

    Deposit Amount Cash Bonus
    $5,000 – $24,999 $100
    $24,000 – $99,999 $500
    $100,000 – $249,999 $2,000
    $250,000 or more $3,000

    Learn More About TastyTrade

    tastytrade, Inc. (“tastytrade”) has entered into a Marketing Agreement with Marketing Agent (“Marketing Agent”) whereby tastytrade pays compensation to Marketing Agent to recommend tastytrade’s brokerage services. The existence of this Marketing Agreement should not be deemed as an endorsement or recommendation of Marketing Agent by tastytrade and/or any of its affiliated companies. Neither tastytrade nor any of its affiliated companies is responsible for the privacy practices of Marketing Agent or this website.  tastytrade does not warrant the accuracy or content of the products or services offered by Marketing Agent or this website.  Marketing Agent is independent and is not an affiliate of tastytrade.

    tastytrade was previously known as tastyworks, Inc.

    Ally Invest

    Ally Invest is a popular investment brokerage that offers self-directed trading. You can trade options, as well as stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), mutual funds, and many other asset classes. Stocks, ETFs, and options trade commission-free, but options cost $0.50 per contract. In addition to self-directed trading, Ally Invest offers wealth management, robo-advisor portfolios, and online banking platforms through Ally Bank.

    Learn More About Ally Invest

    Robinhood

    Robinhood is an investment app designed specifically for use with your mobile device. Like Ally Invest, Robinhood also offers commission-free trading of stocks, options, and ETFs. But Robinhood charges no contract fees on options trades and offers some of the lowest margin rates in the industry.

    Robinhood is also an excellent choice if you want to invest in cryptocurrencies on the same platform where you hold your other investments. You’ll also have an opportunity to earn up to 4.90% APY on your cash deposits. If that isn’t enough, Robinhood currently offers a 1% contribution match on your IRA contributions.

    Learn More About Robinhood

    Webull

    Webull is an investment app similar to Robinhood. You can invest in cryptocurrencies, as well as stocks, options, and ETFs. All are available for commission-free trading, and there is no per-contract fee on options. Webull also offers a virtual trading platform so you can sharpen your investment skills before using real money. 

    Webull also offers a cash management account, currently paying up to 5.00% APY. And if you prefer to have part of your portfolio professionally managed, they offer Webull Smart Advisor. It’s a robo-advisor that provides complete investment management, including periodic rebalancing of your account.

    Learn More About Webull

    Different Types of Options Trading

    “Options trading” is a generic term for a fairly large number of related investment strategies. Below is a brief description of several options trading strategies.

    Call Options

    A call option is a contract giving its owner the right to buy a security at a specific price within a defined time period. It gives the owner the right to buy the security but not the obligation.

    Put Options

    Virtually the opposite of a call option, a put option gives the owner the right to sell a security at a specific price within a defined time frame. However, the holder is not obligated to sell the security. The put holder pays the call holder a premium for this option. 

    Covered Calls

    A covered call is a call option where the holder actually owns the underlying securities in the contract. The investor may use a covered call to protect the value of his or her security position or even generate extra revenue on the asset.

    Married Put

    The opposite of a covered call, the investor owns the underlying securities of the contract but places a put option for the right to sell the stock to protect against a decline in the value of the securities.

    Protective Collar

    A protective collar is an options strategy that enables the holder of a long position in securities to purchase both a call option and a put option. It’s typically used when the investor has a substantial gain in the underlying asset by locking in the value. However, it may require the investor to sell their shares within the option period.

    Long Straddle

    Similar to a protective collar, the investor purchases both a call and a put option on the same securities. The two options have the same strike price and expiration date. It can enable the investor to have unlimited gains since either option can be exercised within the option term.

    This is not a complete list of options strategies, but covers the most common ones. Other strategies require a greater degree of knowledge, skill, and experience.

    Advantages of Options Trading

    Options trading requires a modest upfront investment since the premium on an option is only a tiny fraction of the underlying security value. As a result, a small investment can produce potentially large returns.

    Options trading can also be used as a hedge against a long position by protecting the specific value of a position for a specified amount of time. Also, returns generated by a small position in options can complement a more traditional portfolio.

    Disadvantages of Options Trading

    Not everything about options trading is positive. It requires a certain amount of investment sophistication and is unsuitable for the average investor. Certain types of options strategies involve a significant amount of risk, including unlimited loss potential.

    Options trading is also not a passive investment strategy. It requires more hands-on than buy-and-hold investing and requires participants to be fully aware of their investment activity at all times.

    Lastly, you can trade options in an IRA but with significant restrictions and limits. Generally, options can’t be traded in an employer-sponsored retirement plan. 

    Glossary of Terms

    Options trading has its own “language,” with terms describing specific activities. Nasdaq.com has a list of several hundred terms you may come across with options trading. But to keep things simple, here is a summary of the most common terms you’re likely to see:

    Arbitrage: the process by which professional traders simultaneously buy and sell similar securities for profit at theoretically zero risk.

    Ask (offer) price: The lowest price a seller is willing to accept for a security.

    At-the-market order/market order: An order to purchase or sell at the best available price. These orders must be executed immediately. Buy orders are generally executed at the ask price, while sell orders are executed at the bid price.

    At-the-money: An option where the strike price equals the underlying security’s market price.

    Bid price: The highest price a buyer is willing to pay for a security.

    Call: An options contract giving the buyer the right to purchase a specific number of shares at a given strike price on or before the contract expiration date.

    Covered call: A call option in which the holder owns the underlying securities in the options contract. 

    Contract size: The number of shares included in a contract, typically 100.

    Exercise: The completion of a buy or sell order, as in “exercise your option.”

    Expiration date: The date by which the option to buy or sell must be exercised. If not exercised, the option will expire. 

    In-the-money: Describes when an option has intrinsic value. For example, a call is in-the-money when the stock’s market price is greater than the option strike price, creating the potential for a profitable trade.

    Premium/Option price: The amount paid by the buyer of an option contract for the right to buy or sell a security. The premium is also the amount of funds the option buyer will lose if the contract is not executed.

    Strike price: The price level of the underlying security that the option holder hopes to reach before a profit is made. 

    Volatility: The security’s market price propensity to change, up or down.

    Is Options Trading a Sound Investment Strategy?

    Though options trading is sometimes promoted by participants as an ordinary investment strategy, it’s not one meant for all investors. It requires more knowledge and skill, and even then, it may not be consistently profitable.

    If you’d like to add options trading to your investment strategy, start gradually. Plenty of educational resources are available on the web, and you can begin applying them using a virtual trading account. That way, you can learn how to trade options without risking your own money. It can even help to work with a mentor who has extensive experience with options trading.

    Finally, recognize that options trading should never be your primary investment strategy. Think of it as a supplement to a more balanced and traditional overall strategy.

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    Off-page SEO refers to all the activities performed outside your website that can influence its visibility and ranking on search engine result pages (SERPs). While on-page SEO focuses on optimizing the content and structure of your website, off-page SEO primarily deals with building credibility, authority, and establishing your website’s reputation on the web.

    Importance of Off-Page SEO

    Off-page SEO plays a vital role in determining the popularity and trustworthiness of your website. Search engines like Google consider off-page factors as indicators of your website’s authority and relevance. By focusing on off-page optimization, you can improve your website’s rankings, attract more organic traffic, and ultimately increase your online visibility.

    Effective Off-Page SEO Techniques

    1. Quality Link Building

    Backlinks, or incoming links from external websites, are the backbone of off-page SEO. A strong backlink profile demonstrates to search engines that your website is trustworthy and relevant. To build quality links, you should:

    • Create Engaging Content: Publish high-quality, informative content that naturally attracts backlinks.
    • Guest Blogging: Contribute articles or blog posts to authoritative websites in your industry, including a link back to your website.
    • Utilize Online Directories: Submit your website to reputable online directories and business listings.
    • Collaborate with Influencers: Establish relationships with influential bloggers or social media personalities who can endorse your content and link back to your site.

    2. Social Media Engagement

    Social media platforms are powerful tools for off-page SEO. Engaging with your target audience on social media can lead to increased brand awareness, improved visibility, and the potential for more backlinks. Some effective strategies include:

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    • Regular Updates: Consistently share engaging and relevant content on your social media profiles.
    • Participate in Groups and Communities: Join relevant groups and communities on platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Reddit to share your expertise and build relationships.
    • Encourage Social Sharing: Make it easy for your website visitors to share your content on their social media accounts by including social sharing buttons.

    3. Online Reputation Management

    Managing your online reputation is crucial for off-page SEO. Positive reviews and mentions of your brand across the web can significantly impact your website’s credibility. Consider the following strategies:

    • Monitor Your Brand: Regularly search for mentions of your brand or website and promptly address any negative feedback.
    • Solicit Reviews: Encourage satisfied customers to leave reviews on platforms like Google My Business, Yelp, or industry-specific review sites.
    • Utilize Online PR: Distribute press releases or contribute to reputable online publications to gain exposure and improve your website’s reputation.

    4. Influencer Marketing

    Influencer marketing involves partnering with influential individuals or organizations within your industry to promote your brand or products. By leveraging their authority and reach, you can enhance your website’s visibility and attract more organic traffic. Consider these techniques:

    • Identify Relevant Influencers: Research and connect with influencers whose target audience aligns with your own.
    • Sponsored Content: Collaborate with influencers to create sponsored content that promotes your brand or products.
    • Affiliate Marketing: Offer influencers a commission for each sale driven by their referral, providing an incentive for them to promote your products.

    Off-page SEO is a crucial aspect of optimizing your website for search engines. By implementing effective off-page SEO strategies, such as quality link building, engaging with your audience on social media, managing your online reputation, and leveraging influencer marketing, you can improve your website’s visibility, attract more organic traffic, and establish credibility in your industry.

    Remember that off-page SEO is an ongoing process that requires consistent effort and adaptation. Stay up to date with the latest trends and continually analyze and refine your off-page optimization strategies to ensure long-term success.

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    The best way for beginners to earn money online while walking.($100/day+) https://cbomo.com/the-best-way-for-beginners-to-earn-money-online-while-walking-100-day%ef%bc%89/ https://cbomo.com/the-best-way-for-beginners-to-earn-money-online-while-walking-100-day%ef%bc%89/#respond Thu, 08 Jun 2023 20:04:45 +0000 https://cbomo.com/the-best-way-for-beginners-to-earn-money-online-while-walking-100-day%ef%bc%89/ [ad_1]

    Introduction:

    In today’s digital era, making money online has become increasingly popular, and for beginners who want to combine earning an income with physical activity, there is a unique opportunity: earning money while walking. This article will explore various methods that beginners can utilize to earn $100 or more per day through online ventures, including the option of cloud mining.

    1-Cloud Mining:

    IDMining

    Cloud mining has emerged as a lucrative option for individuals interested in cryptocurrency. It involves renting computing power from remote data centers to mine cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or Litecoin. This method allows beginners to participate in mining without the need for expensive hardware or technical expertise. By connecting to a cloud mining service provider, you can earn passive income from mining operations while walking or going about your daily routine.

    Among the many cloud mining websites available, IDMining stands out as one of the best.

    IDMining is one of the first companies to provide cloud mining services. After years of development, they now have five mining farms around the world with members in more than 200 countries/regions, and we are trusted by over 490,000 users worldwide.

    IDMining use renewable energy, such as solar and wind energy, to mine in the cloud, which greatly reduces the cost of mining and integrates the remaining electricity into the grid. This means you can get huge mining power without expensive hardware and without having to deal with noise and heat at home. All you need is your computer or mobile phone to sign a mining contract and get rewarded.

     

    Features:

    • Sign up to get $5
    • Automated daily payouts
    • No overhead or electricity fees
    • An affiliate program with 3% lifetime rewards
    • Different crypto contracts to choose from
    • 24-hour online support
    • Eco-friendly mining

    Contracts:

    Contract Price

    Contract Terms

    Fixed Return

    $200

    1 Day

    $200+$5

    $350

    3 Days

    $350+$29.4

    $860

    7 Days

    $800+$171.58

    $1,600

    15 Days

    $1,600+$720

    $6,400

    30 Days

    $6,400+$5,952

    $9,600

    40 Days

    $9,600+$13,056

    Minimum investment amount: $200

    For additional information on IDMining, please visit their website at

    2-Walking and Fitness Apps:

    One popular way to earn money while walking is by using walking and fitness apps. These apps track your steps and reward you with virtual currency or real-world incentives. For example, some apps allow you to accumulate points that can be redeemed for gift cards, discounts, or even cash. By simply walking, you can earn rewards and improve your physical fitness simultaneously.

    3-Affiliate Marketing through Social Media:

    Social media platforms have transformed the way we connect and share information. For beginners, utilizing affiliate marketing on platforms like Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok can be an excellent way to monetize your walking routine. By partnering with brands and promoting their products or services through your content, you can earn commissions for every sale generated through your unique affiliate links.

    4-Online Surveys and Microtasks:

    Engaging in online surveys and microtasks while walking can be an effective way to earn money. Numerous websites and apps offer paid surveys and small tasks that can be completed on the go. These tasks may include data entry, transcription, or providing feedback on products and services. Although the earnings per task may be modest, the cumulative effect of completing multiple tasks can quickly add up to $100 or more per day.

    Conclusion:

    Earning money online while walking provides an excellent opportunity for beginners to combine income generation and physical activity.By utilizing the aforementioned methods, you can achieve the goal of earning $100 or more per day. Remember, consistency and dedication are key to success in any online venture. So, put on your walking shoes, start exploring these avenues, and take steps towards financial independence while enjoying the benefits of walking.

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    What It Is And How Beginners Can Get Started https://cbomo.com/apiclick-aspxreffexrssaidtid6477902bc9374fe7900ea15cd9ecacaburlhttps%3a%2f%2fwww-forbes-com%2fsites%2ftheyec%2f2020%2f01%2f23%2faffiliate-marketing-in-2020-what-it-is-and-how-beginners-can-get/ https://cbomo.com/apiclick-aspxreffexrssaidtid6477902bc9374fe7900ea15cd9ecacaburlhttps%3a%2f%2fwww-forbes-com%2fsites%2ftheyec%2f2020%2f01%2f23%2faffiliate-marketing-in-2020-what-it-is-and-how-beginners-can-get/#respond Wed, 31 May 2023 18:21:32 +0000 https://cbomo.com/apiclick-aspxreffexrssaidtid6477902bc9374fe7900ea15cd9ecacaburlhttps%3a%2f%2fwww-forbes-com%2fsites%2ftheyec%2f2020%2f01%2f23%2faffiliate-marketing-in-2020-what-it-is-and-how-beginners-can-get/ [ad_1]

    Affiliate marketing is a form of performance-based internet marketing that saw rapid growth throughout the 2010s. As the calendar rolls over into 2020, affiliate marketing is poised for continued growth and is set to continue generating revenue for those able to capitalize on it.

    There’s no denying that affiliate marketing is here to stay. By 2022, the affiliate marketing industry is forecasted to eclipse the $8 billion mark, nearly double what it was worth in 2015.

    Today, affiliate marketing is one of the most effective ways to earn an income online, drive sales and increase brand awareness. In this article, I’ll discuss what affiliate marketing is in 2020, where the industry is headed in the coming years, and how you can get started as a content creator or vendor.

    How Affiliate Marketing Works

    Affiliate marketing is unique among internet marketing techniques because it operates as a distributed system. In other words, it spreads out the responsibility of making impressions and promoting products or services to third parties. In exchange, the vendor shares the proceeds of the sale with the affiliate marketer.

    In a typical affiliate marketing scenario, there are three parties at play, and each of their roles must be understood to conjure a clear picture of the technique.

    • The creator: Otherwise known as the vendor, the creator is a business or brand that offers a product or service and shares revenues with affiliates.

    • The affiliate: The affiliate, or publisher, is a business entity or individual who advertises the creator’s product or service and receives a share of each sale that they help generate.

    • The consumer: The consumer is the customer of the creator, who buys their product or service via an affiliate marketing channel.

    Affiliates aren’t always upfront about the relationship they share with the vendor. In many jurisdictions, there are no rules or regulations binding affiliates to disclose their affiliate relationship with the seller.

    Products or services purchased via affiliate marketing typically cost no more to the consumer than they otherwise would by any other channel; rather, the sales commission is baked into the retail price of the good or service.

    The Payment Structure

    Not all affiliate marketing programs resemble one another. There are three payment structures, and which structure is used depends on the personal preferences of the vendor and affiliate.

    • Per click: The affiliate is paid a flat rate for every individual they redirect to the vendor’s website; performance is indicated by increased web traffic.

    • Per lead: The affiliate is paid for every prospective customer who visits the vendor’s website and performs their desired action, such as signing up for a mailing list or free trial.

    • Per sale: The most common of the three payment structures, the affiliate is paid a commission (e.g., 1% to 10%) of every purchase via the affiliate unique product link.

    Three Affiliate Marketing Trends To Watch In 2020

    • Influencers over bloggers: Affiliate marketers have, in days past, been influential bloggers who write and manage blogs with a dedicated, niche readerships. Although bloggers will always benefit from affiliate marketing relationships, I predict social media influencers will comprise a greater relative share of the affiliate market in the 2020s.

    • Advanced reporting: Affiliate tracking and reporting tools are becoming significantly more advanced. New affiliate programs are abandoning the winner-takes-all approach to sales attributions and are instead migrating to a full-funnel, cross-channel approach that divides sales commissions between various affiliates at different levels of the funnel.

    • Smaller influencer niches: In the 2020s, I expect social media influencers to gain a foothold in hyper-targeted niches, such as long-distance bicycle camping, fingernail beauty tutorials and ultra-frugal traveling. As niches become increasingly targeted, consumer bases are becoming more and more loyal and willing to convert on leads and impressions. Although the traffic isn’t as impressive as the major niche categories, the hyper-targeted ones will likely enjoy much higher conversion rates.

    Getting Started With Affiliate Marketing

    Are you an up-and-coming influencer or content creator with a growing audience? Or, perhaps you’re a lifestyle brand, e-commerce store or small business looking to reach a new market and drive more sales. Either way, affiliate marketing is a safe bet for 2020. Here’s how to get started.

    • Content creators: To get the ball rolling, sign up for an affiliate program. Fortunately, there are very few barriers to entry when it comes to affiliate marketing. Some of the most popular affiliate marketing programs in operation today, and poised to grow through 2020, include Rakuten Marketing, Affiliate Window, ShareASale, MaxBounty and Amazon Associates Program.

    • Vendors: If you have a product or service finalized and ready for sale, you can start finding affiliates to promote your product. Affiliate networks can hasten the process by putting you in contact with content creators and influencers in your niche. The eBay Partner Network and the Amazon Associates Program are two can’t-lose places to start, in addition to being trusted affiliate networks and agencies.

    Affiliate Marketing: A Safe Bet In 2020

    Both vendors and content creators stand to gain from the distributed networking power of affiliate marketing. No matter which side you’re on — vendor or content creator — there’s a bright future for affiliate marketing in the years ahead.

    By working with a seller, affiliate marketers can gain a passive, yet highly lucrative, income stream. On the other hand, vendors can take advantage of the rising influence of content creators to access new markets and audiences with little to no effort required on their part. In 2020, affiliate marketing is a clear win-win situation.

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    Hiking Guide for Beginners: How to Pack, Choose Trails and Stay Safe – The New York Times https://cbomo.com/hiking-guide-for-beginners-how-to-pack-choose-trails-and-stay-safe-the-new-york-times/ https://cbomo.com/hiking-guide-for-beginners-how-to-pack-choose-trails-and-stay-safe-the-new-york-times/#respond Sat, 27 May 2023 05:30:27 +0000 https://cbomo.com/hiking-guide-for-beginners-how-to-pack-choose-trails-and-stay-safe-the-new-york-times/ [ad_1]

    Hiking Guide for Beginners: How to Pack, Choose Trails and Stay Safe  The New York Times

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