I’m Trying Affiliate Marketing! (And Maybe You Should Too?)

Hi, I’m Pia! If you’re new here — welcome to Grow with Pia, my little corner of the internet where I share my journey in building a purpose-driven life and online income as a mom, creator, and digital marketer.

Today, I want to share something I’ve been curious about for a long time but only now am seriously trying: affiliate marketing. Yes, besh. It’s finally happening — and I’m doing it the way I do most things: slowly, mindfully, and a little bit messy (but full of love ).

Let’s talk about what it is, why I’m doing it, and how I’m planning to integrate it into my blog, YouTube, and yes — even TikTok!

What is Affiliate Marketing?

If you’ve ever shared a link to a product you love and thought, “Sana may kita ako dito,” — that’s exactly what affiliate marketing is for.

Affiliate marketing means you earn a small commission when someone buys something using your link. You don’t need to create the product, do customer service, or even handle shipping. You just share a recommendation — and get rewarded when it helps someone make a purchase.

No, it’s not a scam. No, you don’t need thousands of followers. You just need to start where you are.

Why I’m Trying It Now

For years, I’ve known about affiliate marketing. But I never gave it my full attention — maybe because I thought I needed a “perfect” platform first, or I wasn’t “influencer” enough.

But things have changed. I’m now:

A full-time working mom of two
Running a blog and building my YouTube channel again
Slowly rebuilding my digital business
…and I’m more focused than ever on making my online efforts sustainable and aligned with real life.

Affiliate marketing makes sense for me right now because:

I already love sharing things that help me (planners, apps, baby gear, etc.)
I want to earn while still staying authentic — no hard selling
I want to show others (especially moms!) that we can create value and income in small ways

Where I’m Starting: Shopee, Lazada & Tiktok

My first goal is to start where I shop the most — and that’s Shopee, Tiktok, and Lazada.

Here’s how I’m starting:

Signed up on these platforms (free!)
Created my first affiliate links from products I actually use
Started posting on TikTok and my blog with those links (not growwithpia)
Tracking my clicks and hoping for my first sale (manifesting!!! )

Why I’m Including TikTok in My Strategy

Real talk: TikTok is one of the easiest places to get discovered right now, even without a huge following.

I love watching “TikTok made me buy it” videos, and I realized — why not create my own version? Nothing super fancy, just honest videos showing:

My favorite Shopee or Lazada finds
How I use them as a mom or creator
Direct links in my bio or comments (yes, using my affiliate link)

Short-form content is powerful, and it’s less pressure than polished YouTube vlogs. That’s why I’m including TikTok in my affiliate content plan. It’s fast, fun, and very searchable.

My Game Plan (Simple but Intentional)

Here’s what my starting plan looks like:

1. Create value-first content Before even thinking about commissions, I’m asking myself: Will this help someone? Will this make life easier for a fellow mom, creator, or beginner?

That means blog posts like:

My favorite Shopee finds for WFH moms
Lazada tools that helped me organize my home
Planners, notebooks, and gadgets I use as a content creator

2. Post consistently on blog, TikTok, and YouTube I’m committing to at least:

1 blog post a week
2 TikToks a week (unboxing, day-in-the-life, or “Where I got this”)
1 YouTube video every 2 weeks (longer kwento style!)

3. Track my progress Using Google Sheets + the Involve Asia dashboard to track:

Clicks per link
Which posts get the most engagement
Actual sales (soon, I hope!)

4. Be transparent Whenever I share affiliate links, I’ll include a quick disclaimer like:

“This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them — at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting my content!”

What I’ve Learned So Far

I’m still very early in the process, but here’s what I’ve already realized:

You don’t need to be perfect or wait until you have a big audience.
People appreciate honest recommendations more than over-polished sales pitches.
Consistency matters more than virality.
You can do this in a way that still feels like you.

I’ve only made a few clicks so far — but honestly? I’m more excited about the growth I’m experiencing. I’m learning new tools, creating content more intentionally, and most of all… I’m enjoying the process again.

Wanna Try It Too?

If you’ve been thinking about affiliate marketing but don’t know where to start — maybe this is your sign. You don’t need to quit your job, have a huge audience, or invest a lot of money. Just start sharing what you already love.

Need help? I’m planning to release:

A free mini affiliate guide
A vlog showing my actual sign-up and link-making process on Grow with Pia youtube
Printable trackers for your affiliate journey

You can also follow me on TikTok (@growwithpia) or check my blog weekly for updates.

Let’s grow slowly, but with heart.
Whether I earn ₱100 or ₱100K — I want it to be honest, helpful, and meaningful.

Thanks for reading, besh!
— Pia