Introduction:
Starting a new journey always feels exciting. Wealthy Affiliate has refreshed its training, and I’m diving back in — both to refresh my digital marketing knowledge and to explore how AI is now woven into affiliate marketing.
Lesson Summary:
In Lesson 1, Kyle (co‑founder of Wealthy Affiliate) sets the stage:
- WA has been running for nearly 20 years, evolving with technology and trends.
- The goal is to keep members ahead of the curve with education, tools, and a supportive community.
- A major focus now is AI integration — helping us understand, leverage, and capitalize on this new world of opportunity.
- Before diving into content, Kyle gives a quick navigation overview: the Core Training begins with 6 lessons to help anyone start an online business.
Wealthy Affiliate Core Training Roadmap
Phase 1: Getting Started:
- Welcome to Wealthy Affiliate!
- How the ‘Make Money Online’ Process Works!
- Setting Money Goals & Accessing Live Chat
- Creating a Hub for Your Business (and Choosing Your Niche)
- Crafting Your First Niche Post Using Our Designer (AI Tool)
- Choosing a Brand for Your Business
Phase 2: Your Brand & Content
- Getting Your Branded Domain (and Moving Your Website to it)
- Creating a Professional Logo
- Keyword Research with Jaxxy (AI Tool)
- Creating Helpful Contant That Ranks
- Creating Images with AI
- Optimizing Your Design and User Experience
Phase 3: Growth & Momentum
- Getting Your Website Set-Up for SEO
- The Rules of SEO: Making Search Engines Love Your Site
- Harnessing Website Speed for Better User Engagement
- Integrating AI and ChatGPT in Your Business
- Perfecting On-Page SEO Elements
Phase 4: Making Money & Scaling
- Introduction to Affiliate Marketing
- Utilizing Affiliate Links & Disclaimers
- Introduction to the World of Social Media
- Setting Up Business Profiles on Social Media
- Generating Buzz with Shareable Content
- Understanding the Affiliate Marketing Financials
- Scaling and Building Out Your Thriving Business
- Leveraging Wealthy Affiliates Training Modules
Personal Reflections:
Seeing the roadmap laid out, I’m excited by how much emphasis WA places on AI tools — from content creation to keyword research and even integrating ChatGPT. This aligns perfectly with the shifts I’ve observed in digital marketing. For me, it’s not just about refreshing knowledge; it’s about applying these tools to build smarter, more efficient campaigns.
Applications:
For me, this lesson is a reminder to stay adaptable. I’ll be exploring how WA’s AI‑powered tools (like niche post designers and keyword research with Jaaxy) can streamline workflows while still requiring human creativity.
My plan is to go lesson by lesson, sharing insights and practical applications. For example, when I reach the AI‑powered niche post designer, I’ll test it against my current workflow and share the results.
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Wealthy Affiliate’s updated training isn’t just about learning the mechanics of affiliate marketing — it’s about building a future‑proof business in a world where AI and digital tools are reshaping how we work online.
I’ll be sharing my insights as I progress through each lesson, but you don’t have to wait. You can begin your own journey today and explore Lesson 1 here: Welcome to Wealthy Affiliate.