In this episode of the Basic Influencer Strategies Podcast, Mike is joined by fellow creator Ben Phair to unpack the strategies, wins, and lessons learned from Amazon Prime Day — and how those takeaways can help you earn more year-round.
We dive deep into why some influencers thrived while others struggled during the sales event, the critical role of advance preparation, and how to create content that actually converts.
Mike and Ben also share their July earnings breakdown, revealing revenue streams from Amazon Onsite, Offsite, and Creator Connections, plus how they’re diversifying their income for stability and growth.
From there, we shift into YouTube growth strategies — covering practical tips for building a channel that drives long-term revenue, increases engagement, and strengthens your brand. You’ll learn how to create content that ranks, craft hooks that keep viewers watching, and use analytics to refine your approach.
We wrap up with actionable Q4 planning tips so you can hit the busiest shopping season fully prepared — from gift guides and product comparisons to content scheduling and collaboration opportunities.
Whether you’re an Amazon Influencer, content creator, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with insider advice to maximize earnings and scale your business.
🔑 Key Topics in This Episode:
Lessons from Amazon Prime Day: What worked & what didn’t
July income breakdown across multiple platforms
YouTube tips for growth, engagement & monetization
Creative review techniques that stand out
Using analytics to refine your strategy
Building a loyal YouTube community
Q4 content planning & monetization opportunities
⏱ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction & guest welcome
00:51 – Prime Day insights & reflections
08:05 – July earnings breakdown
11:12 – YouTube strategies & offsite earnings
23:53 – Planning content for Q4
24:22 – Fitness channel ideas
24:57 – Creative review techniques
25:24 – YouTube strategies & tips
25:58 – Gift guides & comparisons
26:54 – Maximizing YouTube & Amazon
28:29 – Understanding analytics
30:29 – Creating engaging hooks
33:45 – Building a YouTube community
36:37 – Personal stories & vulnerability
37:03 – The power of raw content
41:38 – Taking risks & growing
43:22 – Networking & support
46:10 – Final thoughts & Q4 preparation
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