Solomon Advertising's Advanced Affiliate Strategy: Margins, Amazon, & Picking the Right Platform with Founder Ivan Tijerina

Part 2 of our interview with Ivan Tijerina of Solomon Advertising is a tactical goldmine. We get into the nitty-gritty of how to structure affiliate programs for Amazon, TikTok Shop, and DTC sites, the importance of knowing your margins, and how to calculate commissions to stay profitable. Plus, Ivan shares how to choose the right affiliate platforms and manage expectations with leadership. This is a must-listen for any product-based business owner looking to grow smarter—not just bigger.Quoteables:“Don’t expect affiliate marketing to be the channel that saves your business—especially if others aren’t working.” - Ivan Tijerina“You can't cap an affiliate budget without killing your momentum. It’s not a switch you can flip off.” - Ivan Tijerina“Your $100 serum may only give you $30 to work with. Be conservative—and smart—with your commissions.” - Ivan Tijerina“The good affiliates? They’ll always give you more value than what you’re paying for—always.” - Ivan TijerinaWhat You’ll Learn:How to calculate commissions based on your margins and AOVThe differences between affiliate marketing for Amazon, TikTok Shop, and DTCWhen affiliate marketing should—or shouldn’t—be your first performance channelWhy picking the right affiliate platform depends on your goals, not popularityWhat successful affiliate partnerships look like long-termKey Takeaways from This Episode:Affiliate marketing works best when layered on top of an already-functioning growth enginePlatforms should be chosen based on your strategic goals (media partners vs. influencer play)The best affiliates give more than they’re paid for—if you build a relationshipKnow your numbers: profit margin, commission ceiling, and network fees before scalingPeople and Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Ivan Tijerina LinkedInSolomon Advertising WebsiteJenson USA WebsiteShareASaleImpactAmazon AssociatesTik Tok ShopConnect with Becca:Après Business Podcast EmailFall Line Digital WebsiteFall Line Digital InstagramLove the episode? Subscribe & leave a review to help other business owners find the show!