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Is it worth having an affiliate program after Google sacked so many affiliate sites?, HubSpot shares plunge 12% on report that Alphabet is shelving interest in acquiring software company, and more
July 24, 2024

In episode #2785, we discuss the decline of affiliate marketing and the challenges faced by businesses and affiliates, the potential acquisition of HubSpot by Google, the impact of raising prices in SaaS companies, and Syed Balkhi’s smart WordPress M&A strategy.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

(00:00) Is it worth having an affiliate program after Google sacked so many affiliate sites?

(03:07) HubSpot shares plunge 12% on report that Alphabet is shelving interest in acquiring software company

(10:05) If you’re afraid to increase your prices, just watch this

(14:37) Syed Balkhi’s smart WordPress M&A strategy

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