The Biggest Challenge I have Ever Set Myself

Hi there lovely people,

This week I made a huge announcement on TikTok, more about that in a minute.

My father has been in hospital for almost a month now and has made a slight improvement in his health. However, the underlying condition of dementia is progressing  and has had a huge effect on his ability to swallow. So basically if we feed him, there’s a risk of choking if we don’t feed him, he will deteriorate quicker. Had a long and scary meeting with the hospital yesterday where I walked into a room and there were nine people there. There was a dietician, OT staff, junior doctor, surgeon, palliative doctor, physiotherapist, and the kitchen sink. The outcome is that he’ll be coming home God willing in a couple of days but we need the correct care package and equipment for him to be at home. Unfortunately, it looks like he’ll be mostly in the bed as it’s very difficult to move him. It’s quite tough to take and see him like this for all of us, but we will just make him as comfortable as possible for as long as we can.

Yesterday, I posted a video on TikTok on a huge new challenge that I’ve set myself. You can watch the video here and then come back to the blog. My greatest Challenge Yet….. Are you back? I’m waiting for you.

I have set myself the goal of earning $10,000 per month as an affiliate on TikTok. Sounds crazy right? Well, many people are doing that already and are earning 30k to 50k per month. It is completely possible and I an already qualified to do it as I have over 1,000 followers.

Follow my journey

I am going to document this challenge and journey to $10,000 per month on TikTok as inspiration for you and my readers, to put pressure on me to challenge myself and to add a second income stream for me as well as the affiliate marketing business I am growing. These can be done independently but building an ecosystem with my owned asset is better in the long run I feel.

Before do that, I will be creating videos on the daily basis in TikTok as some of them will be about this series where I show you what I am doing and learning to achieve this challenge. I don’t have all the answers and I don’t know how to do it all. Let’s see what happens! EXCITING!

One of the first things we need to do is learn how to make good videos on TikTok. I will cover this in this blog.

🎥 How to Create TikTok Videos That SELL – Little-Known Tips!

So, you’ve been hearing the buzz about TikTok being the place for affiliate marketing, right? But the question is: Who do you make TikTok videos for? 🧐

That’s the key to making your content stand out, go viral, and actually make sales! Let me walk you through how to create TikToks that connect with your audience and lead to conversions, plus some insider tips most people don’t know about.

🎯 Who Are You Really Making Your TikToks For?

Most people think, “I need to target everyone to get the most views!” But that’s one of the biggest mistakes you can make. TikTok is all about niche audiences. The more specific you are, the better chance you have of building a loyal following.

Here’s a pro tip: create a mental image of your ideal viewer. Think about:

Age and gender

Hobbies and interests

What problems they’re facing

How your product can solve those problems

🔍 The Secret to Audience Engagement: Speak Their Language

To connect with your niche, you have to speak their language. Use the slang, humor, and cultural references they understand. You can find this by scrolling through the comments on similar content—goldmine for insight!

💡 Little-Known Tips and Tricks for TikTok Affiliate Marketing

1.Hook ’Em in the First 3 Seconds

TikTok users have a short attention span. Make sure you start your video with a bold question or eye-catching image. Pro tip: try using controversial statements (lighthearted ones!) that get people curious and keep them watching.

2.Don’t Sell, Tell a Story

Instead of going straight for the hard sell, show how the product solved a problem for you or someone else. Storytelling works wonders for affiliate marketing on TikTok.

3.Make It Interactive

Use polls, questions, and trends that invite your viewers to engage. TikTok’s algorithm loves engagement, and when people interact with your videos, it’s more likely to push your content to more viewers.

(Bonus tip: Use the “duet” feature to piggyback off of popular content while showcasing your affiliate product.)

4.Leverage Hashtags Wisely

Many marketers make the mistake of using the biggest, most popular hashtags. But you want to use smaller, niche hashtags that your ideal audience is following. This makes your content easier to discover for the people most likely to buy!

5.Keep an Eye on Trending Sounds

Trending sounds can give your videos a visibility boost. Pair a trending sound with your affiliate content, but make sure it still feels natural to your message. And here’s a hidden trick: when the sound first starts trending, use it before it blows up—TikTok rewards early adopters!

6.Call-to-Action (CTA) Without Being Pushy

Your CTA should feel more like a suggestion than a demand. Instead of saying, “Buy this now,” try something like, “If you want to level up your [problem], check out the link in my bio!”

🧠 Understand the Algorithm

TikTok’s algorithm is all about watch time, shares, and comments. So, the longer you can keep someone watching (even on repeat), the more likely TikTok will show your content to others. Tip: Shorter videos that loop naturally can keep your audience watching again and again!

Ready to create TikTok videos that work? 🎬 Don’t forget, it’s all about knowing who you’re speaking to and how to keep them hooked. Test out these tips and watch your affiliate sales start climbing!

Try this challenge: Make a video under 15 seconds using one trending sound and one niche hashtag. See how your audience reacts—you’ll be surprised at the results!

Let me know how your next video turns out! 🙌

Let me know in the comments any thoughts on what you’ve read here and what you think you’ve learnt and what you think you’ll start to do different. What will you stop doing now and what will you start doing? I’d love to hear from you, so please do leave comments below.

Thank you for reading, I hope it helped you in some way. You are only a few steps behind me!

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Atif

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