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n part 1 we had discussed some options for setting up your own associate program. Now, in part II we'll look at what you need to do to get the word out to those who may be interested in signing up as an affiliate in your new venture.
The best place to start is to list your program with the directories that exist for just this purpose. If you do some research you'll find many "associate directories" to list with. Since these directories are usually the first stop people make when looking for an affiliate program to join, getting listed with as many of them as possible will work to your advantage and make it easier for them find you and what you have to offer.
Here are some of the best directories that you can list your program's details with absolutely free.
You must first drill down to the proper category to make your free submission. Make sure you fill in as much detail as possible and make it good as over half of the submissions are rejected. This site is the gospel for associate programs so you really want to get listed her.
2)CashPile http://www.CashPile.com/
The most comprehensive affiliate directory online. You'll get some great exposure by listing your program here- absolutely free.
Billing itself as "The Net's Largest Affiliate Program Directory". Free listing as long as your program has a website and is not MLM.
5) Affiliate Find http://www.AffiliateFind.com
Fill in the short form to have your site listed in a flash.
6) Associate-It http://www.Associate-It.com
Free to get listed but they do ask you to follow the guidelines when submitting and for a link back to their site.
7)Refer-It http://www.Refer-It.com
This directory contains over 4048 programs and allows you list your site for free. All submissions are reviewed by a human and they do require you to post their "approved by Refer-It" logo on your site if accepted.
Nice directory broken down by subject and sub categories. You'll have to submit your site to the proper category for inclusion.
So there you have it the top 15 directories to list your associate program with. Remember, an affiliate program is a great way to increase your sales but they won't do you a bit of good if no one knows about them. By submitting to as many directories as possible you can be sure you'll be easily found when an affiliate is searching for a great money-maker to join.
