Affiliate Manager Interview Series: Alyssa Jacobs - Big Win Partners

[CityGuard]

How does Big Win differ from other affiliate programs?
Big Win Partners is 100% legal to promote and is not linked to any online casinos or sports books. We offer two websites for promotion, www.rotoplay.com (fantasy sports) and www.picksonline.com (sports picks). These two sites are a great way to diversify from the gambling arena, yet they are not too far out of the comfort zone for many affiliates who promote gaming sites. Also, these programs accept players from all over the world, including all 50 U.S. states.

What type of help can a webmaster expect to get from Big Win in promoting their sites?
We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service, and it is my job to ensure that your needs are met and your questions are answered as quickly as possible. We are continuously improving and upgrading our program to provide our affiliates with the best possible experience and help them earn the most money they can!

What songs are on your iPod (or mp3 player)?
I am way too embarrassed to admit what music is on my iPod. Let’s just say that I am musically challenged and I am a teeny bopper at heart.

What’s your next big purchase (personal)?
a plasma TV and PVR

What was your favorite subject in school?
History.

What thing (event, person, or program) has influenced the way you conduct yourself and do business as an affiliate manager?
Nothing in particular. I treat others as I would want to be treated, both professionally and personally. I firmly believe that the key to becoming successful in business and as an affiliate manager is to build solid relationships, never burn any bridges and always be courteous and professional.

What’s the key to building successful relationships between affiliates and affiliate programs?
Provide good promotional material, communicate and always make payments on time.

How did you get started in this business?
My boyfriend is also an affiliate manager and he always made it sound so interesting. So when I saw a job posting for an affiliate manager, I jumped at the opportunity.

What’s the first concert you attended in person?
I can’t remember if it was New Kids on the Block or Boys II Men (with Montel Jordan opening)…

What are your three keys to success for an affiliate?
1. Diversify by promoting many different products; don’t put all your eggs in one basket.
2. Work with people involved in the GPWA community.
3. Research and building content.

Describe your ideal day off?
Sleeping in and chilling with my dog.

What's the most amount of money you've ever won at a casino?
I don’t really gamble, except this one time I won $50 off a slot machine. I starting screaming as if I had won thousands, it was so exciting… hmmm, maybe I should gamble more.

[Carlo]

I totally forgot you did this interview - thanks for the mention as the boyfriend