How to Earn Affiliate Commission Without a Large Following
Think you need a huge audience to make money with affiliate links? Think again. At Mavely, we’ve seen creators with under 10,000 followers drive the same level of sales as those with 100,000+. The difference isn’t in your follower count — it’s in how well you understand (and serve) your audience. In this Mavely University […]
5 Ways to Negotiate Brand Deals During Cultural Moments (Without Compromising Your Voice)
TL;DR: Your credibility during cultural moments is worth 2-3x your normal rate because the risk and value are both significantly higher Contract terms matter more than money – prioritize editorial control, values escape clauses, and legal/PR support Red flags include mandated participation, scripted talking points, or brands unwilling to provide protective contract language The best […]
UPDATE: The Latest on the TikTok Ban —What Creators Can Do Now
UPDATE: January 23, 2026 Based on news outlet reports, The TikTok deal has officially closed. Oracle, Silver Lake, MGX, and other U.S. investors now own 45% of TikTok’s U.S. operations, with ByteDance keeping 19.9%. Here’s what creators need to know: You can keep using TikTok the same way you do now Oracle will retrain the […]
Kristina Roy: How One Home DIY Creator Turned Passion into Profit
When Kristina Roy first began sharing snapshots of her home projects in 2018, she didn’t have a business plan or long-term vision. At the time, she simply hoped that maybe, just maybe, she’d receive some free décor for the house. “I told my husband, ‘I’ll just post and maybe we’ll get some free stuff for […]
How to Earn Your First $100 with Affiliate Links on Mavely
If you’re new to affiliate marketing and wondering where to start, this quick guide is for you. In this Mavely University training, Creator Education Manager Shauna Hollinger breaks down exactly how to start earning your first $100 with Mavely affiliate links without needing a huge following or fancy content strategy. Watch this quick video now […]
Creator Curated: What’s in Taylor’s MyShop This Month?
When it comes to making style work on any budget, Taylor Moore knows exactly what her 218,000+ Instagram followers want to see. The creator behind @tay_renaee has built a loyal community around her “Affordable Maximalist Style” philosophy, proving that you don’t need to spend a fortune to look put together. As a busy mom of […]
How to Future-Proof Your Creator Business in 2026
At Mavely’s inaugural Swipe Up creator summit this past November, Ciara Strickland, Associate Director of Client Strategy at Later, hosted an interactive workshop on how creators can future-proof their business in the age of AI. With years of experience partnering with platforms, brands, and creators at every stage of their journey, Ciara shared a framework […]
How to Monetize Cultural Moments Without Losing Your Audience’s Trust
TL;DR Creators are viewed as 5x more credible than brands during cultural moments (52% vs 9%), making your voice a premium asset for brand partnerships 62% of creators believe civic engagement should remain optional, proving that thoughtful boundary-setting is both professional and normal Building a clear decision-making framework helps you evaluate opportunities strategically rather than […]
How to Migrate to Mavely: A Step-by-Step Affiliate Migration Plan
If you’re moving to Mavely from another affiliate platform, you’re not starting from scratch—you’re upgrading. Whether you’re coming from Collective Voice, LTK, or another platform, this Mavely University training with Creator Education Manager Shauna Hollinger breaks down exactly how to prep, switch, and optimize your links so you can migrate without losing momentum. Watch the […]
Crush Your Resolutions with this New Year’s Shopping Guide
It’s 2026—time to thrive! While we’re all still motivated to be our best selves (and before we find the leftover Christmas fudge in the way-back of the fridge), let’s get going with those New Year’s resolutions! This New Year’s shopping guide contains our top picks for the perfect things that can help you have a […]
Building Brand Partnerships That Actually Last
TL;DR: Only 8% of creators secure recurring brand partnerships, while 31% of brands actively seek to work with the same creators year after year 70% of leading brands now prioritize ongoing creator partnerships over one-time deals, and 82% are working with smaller, more strategic creator rosters The key to repeat partnerships is what you do […]
How to Win with Walmart: Real Talk from Nashville Creators
We wrapped up the year with a standout moment in the Mavely community: a high-impact creator meetup event co-hosted with none other than Walmart. Held at the effortlessly cool Pinewood Social in Nashville, this invite-only meetup blended festive charm with serious strategy. From curated Walmart gifting and custom cowboy hats to insights straight from Walmart’s […]