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ADHD in the Affiliate Marketing Industry

by Missy Ward

It seems like more and more adults are beginning to publicly share (and embrace) their ADHD (Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) diagnosis.

Many others openly speak about their ADHD symptoms, but have not been tested by a trained professional.

As someone who has been impacted with ADHD since childhood, I can tell you first-hand that the negative aspects of ADHD can be obliterating. However, it is possible to leverage them to your advantage with the right mindset, tools and people who support you.

It doesn't come easy, but it can be done. And, it's a lifelong commitment.

Do ADHD Birds of a Feather Flock Together?

For the last 9 years, Affiliate Summit has released their annual AffStat report, shedding light on the folks that make their living in the affiliate marketing industry. Each year, I eagerly await the results to compare and contrast against my demographics, my marketing techniques, trends I see, etc.

What I've noticed is that my answers are very much the same as the majority of the respondents. Naturally, my ADHD brain naturally had to consider the implications of those results.

Do a lot of affiliate marketers have diagnosed (or unidentified) ADHD, too?
How do they view it? A blessing or a curse?
How has ADHD impacted their successes and failures as related to the affiliate marketing industry?

Take the ADHD in the Affiliate Marketing Industry Survey

If you earn money in the affiliate marketing industry and have received a diagnosis of ADHD by a trained professional or believe that you may have ADHD but have not been tested, I invite you to participate in the ADHD in the Affiliate Marketing Industry survey.

No personally identifiable information is being collected and responses must be received by 11:45pm ET on May 31, 2014.

Excerpts derived from survey will be used in aggregate in an upcoming article I am writing for FeedFront Magazine. If you'd like to receive the full results of the survey please feel free to send me an email.

PS – It only took me 5 minutes to make this graphic and 15 minutes to write this post — because I really wanted to. Those that ADHD will get this.

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The Performance Marketing Association is Giving Away (3) 1-Year…

by Missy Ward

As a current PMA Board Member and PMA Industry Champion Member, I'm excited to share an opportunity for three lucky folks to win a 1-Year PMA Corporate Membership.

About the Performance Marketing Association

Over 200,000 US-based businesses and individuals make their living in the performance marketing industry.

The Performance Marketing Association (PMA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and protecting the community of performance marketers and empowering them to grow their businesses responsibly.

Since 2008, the PMA has worked diligently to advocate on behalf of the performance marketing industry in the United States.

What Does a PMA Corporate Membership Include?

With a Corporate Membership, your company is poised to make meaningful contributions in the Performance Marketing Industry. This level offers many networking opportunities, as well as the ability to engage in the ongoing discussions within our industry.

Performance Marketing Association Corporate Membership Benefits Include:

Your company logo and website link listed in Corporate Membership Directory.
Up to 4 hours private consultation on the PMA’s public policy issues.
One (1) complimentary Networking Plus pass to any Affiliate Summit conference (a $549 value), plus a 20% off discount code valid for additional attendee passes (unlimited). Both the complimentary pass and/or discount codes must be used within one (1) year from membership activation or renewal date.*
Access to exclusive PMA Industry Reports, Podcasts and Updates providing access to case studies, best practices and wisdom shared by industry peers.
Subscription to advertising and legal news from the PMA’s General Counsel
You and your employees can participate in up to three (3) PMA Member Groups designed to grow and improve effectiveness of the Performance Marketing Industry.
Access to the PMA Members-Only Facebook Group allowing you to connect with other performance marketing movers and shakers.
Receive three (3) Votes for the Performance Marketing Association Board Elections

(Find out more about PMA Corporate Membership inclusives here.)

Register Below For A Chance To Win One of Three 1-Year PMA Corporate Memberships.

Three lucky winners will be selected in a random drawing from among all eligible entries received throughout the promotion period. Odds of winning will vary depending on the number of eligible entries received. Please see full Terms and Conditions below.

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*Please note that the complimentary Networking Plus pass to Affiliate Summit may only be issued to employees within the company name listed on the PMA membership. Once your Affiliate Summit registration is confirmed, is non-transferable, non-exchangeable and non-refundable. When you are ready to register for an Affiliate Summit event, please contact the PMA and we will obtain a registration code for you to use. Please plan ahead as Affiliate Summit will not honor registration codes for complimentary passes or discounts once they have sold out.

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Win Your Way to Affiliate Summit East 2014 Sweepstakes

by Missy Ward

**One Grand Prize Winner will receive an All Access Pass to Affiliate Summit East 2014 PLUS 3-Night Hotel Stay at the New York Marriott Marquis. (Approximate Retail Value: $3,200!)**

Head to the Big Apple. Enter Affiliate Summit’s sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip to New York to attend Affiliate Summit East 2014 taking place at the New York Marriott Marquis on August 10-12, 2014.

Check Out These Prizes!

Grand Prize: One All Access Pass to Affiliate Summit East 2014 plus 3-night hotel stay during the conference at the New York Marriott Marquis inclusive of hotel tax and occupancy charges (Approximate Retail Value: $3,200)

The Affiliate Summit All Access Pass includes access to the Exhibit Hall, Meet Market, Keynotes, All Sessions, Online Session Videos, DVD’s of Session Videos, Meals Provided as per Agenda and Newcomer Program.

Second Prize: One VIP Pass to Affiliate Summit East 2014 (Approximate Retail Value: $1,249)

The Affiliate Summit VIP Pass includes access to the Exhibit Hall, Meet Market, Keynotes, All Sessions, Online Session Videos, Meals Provided as per Agenda and Newcomer Program.

Third Prize: One Networking Plus Pass to Affiliate Summit East 2014 (Approximate Retail Value: $549.00)

The Affiliate Summit Networking Plus Pass includes access to the Exhibit Hall, Meet Market, Keynotes, Online Session Videos and Admittance to Sessions 1, 5 and 9.

Complete the Entry Form for a Chance to Win the Affiliate Summit East 2014 Sweepstakes

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Come Cheer on the 2014 Boston Avon Walkers with…

by Missy Ward

Affiliate Marketers Give Back is once again taking on another 39.3 miles for the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in Boston this weekend.

I'm excited to announce that our team of 5 has raised over $43,000 this year! We are the 5th highest fundraising team for the Boston walk and I am the largest single fundraiser, coming in at $31,856.36 so far.

The money that we raise will be disbursed by the Avon Foundation Breast Cancer Crusade to provide access to care for those who need it the most, fund educational programs and accelerate research into treatments and potential cures.

I Could Not Do It Without You

This is my 8th walk since I founded Affiliate Marketers Give Back in 2007, and because of people just like you, we have raised over $500,000.000 for charities that support Breast Cancer research, treatment, awareness and community programs.

The affiliate marketing community has been a strong support system for so many affected by breast cancer. Words cannot express my gratitude for all of you the kindness and generosity shown by those of you who have supported me by reaching into your pocket to donate to this worthy cause …. and many of you have done so, year after year!

Join Our Cheering Station in Boston

I am just one of the thousands of people who have raised funds and will walk a marathon-and-a-half this weekend to do what we can to fight breast cancer.

When you walk 39.3 miles over 1-1/2 days, during the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, you experience a lot of different emotions — sadness, joy, frustration, inspiration, doubt, hope, determination and so much more. Couple that with muscle aches, blisters and exhaustion and the whole experience can get a little overwhelming.

I can tell you first hand that nothing motivates an Avon Walker more than seeing all of the folks that come out to show their support by cheering us on along the way. Clad in their Pink flair, with their motivational posters and music, etc.; their energy and excitement make us smile and laugh and gives us the encouragement we need to keep on going.

If you've got an hour or so to give up of your time this Sunday, May 18th, come join our team at Old Harbor Park (1 Ocean View Drive, Boston) from 11:30am-1:15pm to help cheer on the walkers. We'll be clad in our bestest pink getups, shaking our pop-poms and noise makers and giving out candy. I promise you that it will be inspirational and you will have a fun time supporting a great cause. Feel free to wear your pink and bring a poster with words of encouragement or something funny. Everyone loves funny.

Get Your Hands On This Set of Boobs

Speaking of funny. If you're looking for a great gag gift or real smile-getter, consider picking up a BoobScarf. I've used it during the last four breast cancer fundraising events, and I'll be sporting mine again this weekend. A portion of each sale of the scarf is donated to the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer.

IWalkForBoobies.com

Oh wait — you're saying I forgot to ask you to donate??? How silly of me! Don't worry, it's not too late.

If I make you smile or remind you to get your mammogram by wearing these goofy clothes year after year, YOU HAVE THE POWER to help me continue to do so (oh… and cure cancer, too.).

Please consider making a donation at IWalkForBoobies.com. Any amount helps. If you’re looking for a meaningful denomination, $39.30 is a great amount as it represents $1.00 for each mile we will walk.

I hope to see some of you in Boston this weekend. If not, please follow us along via Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and throw us a cheer in support.

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ADHD in the Affiliate Marketing Industry

Do ADHD Birds of a Feather Flock Together?

Take the ADHD in the Affiliate Marketing Industry Survey

The Performance Marketing Association is Giving Away (3) 1-Year…

About the Performance Marketing Association

What Does a PMA Corporate Membership Include?

Register Below For A Chance To Win One of Three 1-Year PMA Corporate Memberships.

Win Your Way to Affiliate Summit East 2014 Sweepstakes

One Grand Prize Winner will receive an All Access Pass to Affiliate Summit East 2014 *PLUS* 3-Night Hotel Stay at the New York Marriott Marquis. (Approximate Retail Value: $3,200!)

Check Out These Prizes!

Complete the Entry Form for a Chance to Win the Affiliate Summit East 2014 Sweepstakes

Come Cheer on the 2014 Boston Avon Walkers with…

I Could Not Do It Without You

Join Our Cheering Station in Boston

Get Your Hands On This Set of Boobs

IWalkForBoobies.com

**One Grand Prize Winner will receive an All Access Pass to Affiliate Summit East 2014 PLUS 3-Night Hotel Stay at the New York Marriott Marquis. (Approximate Retail Value: $3,200!)**