How To Turn Amazon Influencer Videos Into a YouTube Side Hustle

02/12/25 • 10 min

Eric shares his latest side hustle—repurposing Amazon Influencer Program videos into a YouTube review channel. He breaks down why he started this experiment, his strategy for uploading videos quickly, and how he plans to monetize with Amazon affiliate links. Whether you're sitting on a backlog of content or looking for an easy way to generate extra income, this episode has insights on making the most of what you already have.

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The Process of Repurposing Amazon Influencer Videos:

Eric walks through his simple, no-frills approach to launching a YouTube review channel using content he already created. With hundreds of Amazon Influencer videos sitting in his account, he’s putting them to work with minimal effort. His strategy includes:

Uploading videos in bulk without custom thumbnails
Using AI-generated descriptions for speed and efficiency
Placing Amazon affiliate links in video descriptions to earn commissions
Setting up a separate Amazon affiliate account for tracking revenue
Testing paid ads to accelerate channel growth

Results So Far and What’s Next

Eric shares early results, including his subscriber count, top-performing video, and the small commissions he’s already earned. He also discusses the challenges of hitting Amazon’s minimum sales requirement to keep his new affiliate account active. Looking ahead, he plans to experiment with ads to see if he can grow the channel faster and turn it into a consistent revenue stream.

If you’re already in the Amazon Influencer Program, this episode is a must-listen for ideas on maximizing your content and making passive income.

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The Process of Repurposing Amazon Influencer Videos:

Uploading videos in bulk without custom thumbnails
Using AI-generated descriptions for speed and efficiency
Placing Amazon affiliate links in video descriptions to earn commissions
Setting up a separate Amazon affiliate account for tracking revenue
Testing paid ads to accelerate channel growth

Results So Far and What’s Next

If you’re already in the Amazon Influencer Program, this episode is a must-listen for ideas on maximizing your content and making passive income.

Resources:

Learn about The Amazon Influencer Program In Episode 122 of Clipped

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