How To Get In On The CPC Ad Network Boom With Linkby with Vanessa Lawrence

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Episode Notes [00:00] The Importance of Questioning [01:21] Introduction to Curated Questions [02:20] Meet Kevin Kelly [03:56] Kevin Kelly's Mentor: Stewart Brand [05:33] The Role of Questions in Intellectual Traditions [06:47] Disequilibrium and Growth [10:21] Embodied Questions and Exploration [11:11] Balancing Exploration and Exploitation [11:50] The Inefficiency of Questioning [15:53] The Abundance Mindset [18:39] The Inevitable and Quality Questions [19:26] Hill Climbing vs. Hill Making [22:28] The Challenge of Innovation [24:13] The Beauty of Engineering and Innovation [24:34] Navigating the Frontier of New Technologies [25:33] The Role of AI in Question Formulation [26:43] Challenges in Advancing AI Capabilities [29:11] The Long Now Foundation and the 10,000 Year Clock [29:56] Transmitting Values Over Time [31:03] Ethics in AI and Self-Driving Cars [33:26] The Art of Questioning [34:04] Photography: Capturing vs. Creating [36:12] The Inefficiency of Exploration [38:36] Daily Practice and Long-Term Success [40:17] The Importance of Quantity for Quality [43:22] Final Thoughts and Encouragement on Questioning [46:24] Summary Takeaways Resources Mentioned Wired Magazine Whole Earth Review WELL Hackers Conference What Technology Wants by Kevin Kelly The Inevitable by Kevin Kelly Cool Tools Project Long Now Foundation Stewart Brand Socratic Method Koan René Descartes Conde Nast Vouge Olivetti Typewriter Trolley Problem Terry Gross Lex Friedman Tim Ferriss KK.org Kevin2Kelly on Instagram Recomendo Newsletter Excellent Advice for Living Beauty Pill Producer Ben Ford Questions Asked When did you first understand the power of questions? Can I do that? Can that be something that you can learn? How did questions function differently between Eastern versus Western intellectual traditions? What role do you think embodied questions those we explore through doing rather than thinking play in developing wisdom? What's on the other side of the hill? What happens if you go to the end? What's the origin of this? How should one think about the exploratory in one's life? Is there anything that you would add to your list of 15 statements that define what makes a quality question? Is there a qualitative difference between the questions humans are asking and the questions our AI systems are beginning to formulate? What do you think would help them get there? Any idea on a forcing function on how we get them [LLMs] to ask the better questions so that they might improve in that direction? What were some novel questions that broke your brain at the time in thinking about this 10,000-year clock or beyond? What's it good for? What would you use it for? What else could you do over the long term for 10,000 years? How do you transmit values over time? How do you evolve values that need to change, and how do you make a difference? How do even know what you don't want to change? What do you want to continue? What's the most essential aspects of our civilization that we don't want to go away? What are the rules? What is the system? How do you pass things along in time and not change the ones you don't wanna change, and make sure you change the ones that are more adaptable so they can adapt? What do you think about questioning itself as an art form? How has being a photographer influenced the way you question reality, visually compared to verbally? Are you a photographer that takes photos or makes photos? What will happen? What will happen next? What are your right now questions that you are wrestling with or working with in your life? Can someone else do what I'm trying to do here? Am I more me in doing my art or more me in doing the writing? Do you have any other thoughts or encouragement about questions that we haven't explored? What makes a good question? How do you ask a good question? What questions do you dwell on to be in purposeful imbalance? What is your practice in embracing the inefficient nature of questions to achieve breakthroughs? What are the new hills you can build and frontiers you can explore? How can you use your curiosity and humanity to pursue questions that trend toward the fringes?…

about a year ago 32:14

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In this episode of Affiliate Nerd Out, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Vanessa Lawrence, the Chief Content Officer at Linkby. We dove into the world of affiliate marketing, focusing on the rise of CPC (Cost Per Click) and how Linkby is transforming the industry with their cutting-edge ad tech platform. Vanessa shared her fascinating journey from the publishing scene in Australia to her current role in New York, offering valuable insights into the major trends shaping the affiliate space.
We also discussed why diversifying revenue streams is crucial for success and how leveraging CPC can boost affiliate marketing strategies. If you're looking to gain a better understanding of these game-changing tactics, this episode is packed with must-know tips.
Along with industry insights, we talked about career advice, networking, and some fun moments in our Defend Your Post segment. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just starting out, this episode has something for everyone.
Check out the chapter timestamps below to jump to your favorite segments!
Find Vanessa: / nesslawrence
Website: https://linkby.com/
🔗Here are the links we talked about in this episode of Affiliate Nerd Out.
💌Thank you to our sponsor Inflektion: https://inflektion.ai/
⭐ Dustin's picks for best affiliate management tools:
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Affistash: https://dustinhowes.com/affistash
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Gizzmo is the ultimate tool for publishers like you to create high-quality, optimized content in minutes, not hours. With Gizzmo, you can easily craft product reviews, roundups, comparison articles, deals pages, and listicles—each fully customizable to suit your audience and style. Save time, boost engagement, and drive conversions effortlessly. Go to DustinHowes.com/gizzmo for your free trial.

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How To Get In On The CPC Ad Network Boom With Linkby with Vanessa Lawrence

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Matt McWilliams, a renowned expert in affiliate marketing, shares his unique strategies that have helped countless businesses achieve massive success. From his inspiring career story to building powerful affiliate programs, Matt McWilliams brings unmatched insight and actionable tips to the table. We’ll discuss everything from planning ahead and building strong affiliate relationships to creating memorable launch strategies that drive results. Matt McWilliams also dives into the importance of affiliate accountability, solving specific audience challenges, and optimizing management techniques for long-term success. Whether you’re just getting started in affiliate marketing or looking to refine your approach, you won’t want to miss Matt McWilliams’ practical advice and invaluable strategies. Tune in and be inspired by the wisdom of a true affiliate marketing legend, Matt McWilliams, as we uncover game-changing methods to take your launches to the next level! Listen now to gain powerful insights and transform your affiliate game with Matt McWilliams! Find Matt McWilliams: https://www.mattmcwilliams.com/ 🔗Here are the links we talked about in this episode of Affiliate Nerd Out. ⭐ Dustin's picks for best affiliate management tools: https://blog.performancemarketingmana... Affistash: https://dustinhowes.com/affistash Respona: https://dustinhowes.com/res Publisher Discovery: https://dustinhowes.com/pubdis ☄️ Want to join Dustin to nerd out on affiliate marketing? Sign up here: https://dustinhowes.com/nerd Gizzmo is the ultimate tool for publishers like you to create high-quality, optimized content in minutes, not hours. With Gizzmo, you can easily craft product reviews, roundups, comparison articles, deals pages, and listicles—each fully customizable to suit your audience and style. Save time, boost engagement, and drive conversions effortlessly. Go to DustinHowes.com/gizzmo for your free trial. Dustinhowes.com/affistash For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com…

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Influencer Marketing trends and growth hacks in 2025 with Amina Gadjieva 39:30

12 weeks ago39:30

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Want to stay ahead in the world of influencer marketing trends? Join me, as I sit down with Amina, CEO of Influence Space. Together, we explore the strategies and insights driving the evolution of influencer marketing—and how you can use them to boost your brand's success. We talk about everything from the importance of micro-influencers and user-generated content (UGC) to budgeting tips that maximize ROI. Amina dives into her personal story, her agency’s mission, and the practical ways to connect influencer marketing with affiliate marketing. Plus, we cover tools, outreach tactics, and actionable advice that can help you stay ahead of the competition. This episode is packed with information on today’s influencer marketing trends and how they’re shaping strategies for the years ahead. Don’t get left behind—learn how to adapt and grow your campaigns effectively! Tune in every Thursday at noon PST for more expert advice. Press play and explore influencer marketing trends with us today! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more nerdy tips and tricks. See you in the Nerditorium! Find Amina Gadjieva: / amina-gadjieva Website: / influence-space 🔗Here are the links we talked about in this episode of Affiliate Nerd Out. 💌Thank you to our sponsor Magic Mind: https://dustinhowes.com/mm ⭐ Dustin's picks for best affiliate management tools: https://blog.performancemarketingmana ... Affistash: https://dustinhowes.com/affistash Respona: Gizzmo is the ultimate tool for publishers like you to create high-quality, optimized content in minutes, not hours. With Gizzmo, you can easily craft product reviews, roundups, comparison articles, deals pages, and listicles—each fully customizable to suit your audience and style. Save time, boost engagement, and drive conversions effortlessly. Go to DustinHowes.com/gizzmo for your free trial. Dustinhowes.com/affistash For more tips on how to scale your affiliate program, check out https://performancemarketingmanager.com…

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Current and Future States of Higher Education Affiliate Market with Daniel Meyers 29:38

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