Affiliate Marketing for Instructors Add Value Earn Income (Episode 20260205)

Affiliate marketing isn’t just for influencers—it’s a smart, low-effort way for mah jongg instructors to add a meaningful revenue stream to their teaching practice. It’s a win-win-win: your students get a perk, the platform gains a new subscriber, and you earn compensation for recommending something you genuinely use and trust. If you have an online presence and a credible voice in your community, you’re already well positioned to make it work.

• Have you ever recommended an online platform to your students?
• What would it mean for your teaching practice if your referrals could cover some of your expenses?

Talking Points

Affiliate marketing is relationship-based, not just transactional.
When you believe in a product or platform, sharing it becomes a natural part of your teaching. It doesn’t have to be salesy!

Commissions add up over time, especially when players stick around.
Even small payouts from recurring subscriptions or VIP upgrades can help offset your expenses or fund new materials.

Authenticity drives results.
You don’t need to “pitch.” Just walk the walk—show how you use the platform yourself and why it helps.

Make it easy to say yes.
Use trials, emails, or class handouts to introduce platforms as a tool—not just a product.

Activity

Write down where you have mentioned or guided students toward online tools, platforms, or playing options.

• Do you teach online?
• Do you link to online solutions in emails or handouts?
• Do you run an in-person group and suggest online practice?
• Have you ever recommended an online platform to your students?

If you do any of these things, you are already doing the work of an affiliate partner —without compensation!

Reflections

• How can affiliate links support your teaching goals?
• What would you need to feel comfortable sharing your link confidently?
• Could affiliate income help you stay generous longer?
• Could affiliate income help you reinvest in your teaching practice?