“Without further drama, here’s the latest player in the affiliate marketing field: Motive Interactive. The program’s a bit new, but fear not. Named one of the fastest-rising companies in online advertising by no less than Entrepreneur magazine, Motive Interactive offers a two-tier solution for Publishers like us. It all depends on what you think you — as a blogger — can offer your Advertisers.

There’s “Display Solutions” that’s more geared towards the display of advertisements in your website, and “Performance Solutions” which works on a variety of levels to give you total control over your advertising campaign plan. Whether you prefer lead generation, affiliate marketing or CPA advertising, this performance-based solution can help you and the advertisers you represent make the most out of the campaign.”

With PJN, however, it’s the President and CEO (Kris Jones) who actually responds to your email. Pardon the cussing, but no shit — it’s actually him. I have to say you can’t get any better than that. But you can. PJN has two tools that bloggers can use to maximize their affiliate marketing strategies. You don’t just follow whatever rules the affiliate program offers (of course you still have to go by their guidelines), you can actually talk to the company and propose your own plan for introducing and promoting their products or services.

If there’s one philosophy I seriously live by, it’s to “work smart, not hard”. Learn how you to can make money without too much back-breaking agony. Continue reading for more details. There’s a $10 bonus offer in there, too.