Dig Up Some Weird Old Stuff (and Sell More Stuff)

byDianeK59

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Using Cultural Artifacts to Make Your Affiliate Content Actually Fun

By: That Friend Who Always Finds the Weirdest Stuff online (and Somehow Makes Money From It)

Okay, picture this: you're scrolling through your grandma's attic (or, let's be real, eBay) and you find something utterly bizarre. Like, a pamphlet on how to properly wear a toupee, or a vinyl record of a cat meowing opera. And suddenly, you're not scrolling anymore. You're intrigued. That's the power of old, weird stuff—cultural artifacts, if you wanna get fancy. And guess what? They're your secret weapon for making your affiliate content less "blah" and more "OMG, tell me more!"

So, What's This "Artifact" Thing? (And Can We Make a TikTok Out of It?)

Basically, it's anything that screams, "This is how people used to roll!" Think:

• Those infomercials from the '80s where people were trying to sell you a machine that could "sculpt your abs while you slept" (spoiler alert: it didn't work).
• That old video game you played as a kid that had graphics that looked like pixelated blobs.
• Anything your grandparents kept that makes you go, "Wait, they actually used this?"

They're like little time capsules of weirdness, and we're about to open them up and make some affiliate magic.

Why Use Old Junk to Sell New Stuff? (Because It's More Fun Than Spreadsheets)

• Instant Hook: People love weird stories. Show them a picture of someone wearing a giant, solar-powered hat, and they'll be hooked.
• Feels Real: Old stuff brings back memories. It makes people feel like you're not just some faceless corporation trying to sell them something.
• Stands Out: Let's be honest, everyone's doing "Top 10" lists. You're gonna be the one telling stories about vintage gadgets.

Step 1: Find Something Weird (But Relevant)

• Don't just grab any old thing. Think about your niche. If you're selling fitness gear, find an old workout video that's hilariously outdated.
• Think: "What's something that screams 'my niche' but also makes people go 'huh?'"
• Example: Selling camping gear? Find an old Boy Scout manual that shows people trying to build a fire with sticks and a lot of frustration.

Step 2: Tell the Story (Like You're Telling a Really Good Joke)

• Give people the backstory. Where did this thing come from? Why was it popular? And, most importantly, why is it so funny?
• Example: "This manual was supposed to teach kids survival skills, but it mostly taught them how to tie knots that would fall apart the second you put pressure on them."
• Add Your Personality: "Seriously, I tried to build a shelter with this method, and it collapsed on me. It was not a good day."

Step 3: Connect the Dots (Like You're a Time-Traveling Matchmaker)

• Now, smoothly transition to your product. It's like saying, "Remember that terrible fire-starting method? Well, this product makes it so much easier."
• Example: "That manual made camping look like a nightmare. This new camping stove makes it feel like a five-star hotel experience."
• Make It Clear: "See how things have changed? This product is the modern solution to those old problems."

Step 4: Show Off Your Product (But Keep It Real)

• Explain why your product is awesome, but don't sound like a cheesy infomercial.
• Example: "This camping stove is so easy to use, you'll be cooking gourmet meals in the wilderness. And you won't have to worry about starting a forest fire."

Step 5: Add Some Laughs (Because Life's Too Short for Boring Content)

• Don't be afraid to make fun of the old artifact. It's probably pretty funny anyway.
• Example: "That old workout video? It's basically an unintentional comedy show. But this new workout app? It actually works."
• Show Your Passion: "I genuinely love finding this stuff. It's like a treasure hunt for weirdness."

Real-World Example: Old Ad Meets New Tech (or, How I Made Money Talking About Weird Stuff)

• Let's say you're selling a productivity app. Find an old office memo that talks about "efficiency."
• Example: "Back in the day, efficiency meant typing memos and filing them in cabinets. Now, we have apps that let us manage entire projects from our phones. It's like going from snail mail to teleportation."

Final Thoughts: Make Your Content a Time Machine of Fun

• Using old stuff makes your content more than just a sales pitch. It's a story, a history lesson, and a comedy show all rolled into one.
• Next time you write an article, ask yourself: "What's the weirdest thing I can find that relates to my niche?"
• Go out there and find some weird stuff! You might just make some money while having a laugh.