1) You have to force yourself to work if you want to achieve the results you desire. Working at any time of the day is both a positive aspect and unfortunately a negative one too.

2) Indeed there’s no more commute but that means you cut off some contact with the outside world. Make sure you get some virtual friends and make an effort to get out and about.

3) Being your own boss is a total dream but it does come with an awful lot of responsibility. You can’t blame anyone else for your bad decisions, for instance.

4) No flip side to this. The affiliate industry offers unique opportunities to win money, holidays, gadgets, etc. I’ve yet to hear of a job where you can win a trip across the world just by doing what you do best!

5) Money comes with work. The harder you generally work, the more you can generally make. It’s a rule of thumb but requires a degree of skill.

Affiliate marketing isn’t always a walk in the park. That said, it’s a very unique industry. Many come and go, lured by big money and low work requirements. Those that stay understand what it takes to make a living from affiliate marketing.