Originally Posted by
sc32803
I think the things I look for are a little different than others so I'll list them:
1. CCBill or Epoch processing: it's really convenient being able to just enter my CCBill/Epoch info and have my account stats loaded so I can join a program fast and easy. Programs that have their own custom signup page/bill processor make me nervous... who exactly am I giving all my personal info to? Unless its a huge well known sponsor like AEBN, Badpuppy, Kink, Video Secrets, etc. I probably won't take the time to enroll on custom sign-up pages... at least until I get time to research the sponsor in question (like I actually have free time LOL!).
2. Communication: I usually send an email to the sponsor first to introduce myself and tell them I'm thinking about joining their program. I invite them to check out my sites and also ask about their promo material and email updates and also about their policy on review/comp passes and test joins. I look to see how fast they respond and also the tone of their response in deciding if this is someone I want to work with. I'm not saying they have to kiss up to me... just be professional and courteous. My big pet peeve is sponsors that don't respond to emails or who don't treat affiliates as marketing partners.
3. And finally, after the above two items I look at the site and decide if I would join it myself as a paying customer. Guess what? I still jerk off to naked men on the net (GASP!!!) so if a site doesn't arouse me I know I won't be able to put in the time and energy to promote it.
Hope this helps any sponsors out there!
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