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December 9, 2024

With holiday shopping hitting an all-time this year, sometimes you aren’t happy with your purchase.

According to consumer data, returns are expected to amount to 17% of all merchandise sales in 2024, which adds up to about $890 billion for retailers. That is a 15% increase from 2023.

Some of this comes from changes in consumer behavior from the pandemic, with many shoppers buying things in multiple sizes and colors and then sending them back in a practice known as “bracketing.” So the next time you’re looking to buy something this holiday, make sure to check the return policy.

In Today’s Issue of the DailyZoo:

Launching Your Affiliate Plan
Stocks To Watch For The New Year
Is Your Location Data Safe?
Keeping Your Heart Healthy

Let’s get into it.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Making Your Affiliate Plan A Reality

Imagine this: you’ve crafted a splendid website with products everyone adores and prices that make wallets open wide. But, are these enough to skyrocket sales?

It’s a competitive arena out there, with rivals actively outshining you in Google searches, both organically and through paid ads. From catchy newsletters to jaw-dropping deals, they’re doing everything to snatch your potential buyers. The result? Your clicks and traffic are drifting away.

But don’t lose hope yet; affiliate marketing is your ace in the hole.

Step 1: Research

First things first, analyze your competitors’ affiliate programs. How do they track success? What’s their commission model? This reconnaissance mission will give you insights into potential revenue and areas for improvement.

Step 2: Choosing Your Arsenal – The Affiliate Tracking Network

If you’re a real big fish in the pond, an in-house affiliate tracking software is your weapon. If not, opt for a renowned network like Jvzoo. We offer robust tracking, a user-friendly interface, and comprehensive reporting.

Step 3: Mastering the Art of Management

Steady and strategic management is vital for your program’s success. You can either handle it in-house or partner with experts like Jvzoo known for their stellar track record and deep customer connections.

Step 4: Affiliate Program Essentials

Your program should include:

Deciding commission and actions.
Creating an affiliate agreement covering trademark, refund policies, and order management.
Implementing affiliate tracking on your site.
Designing promotional materials like banners and links.

Step 5: Launch and Promote

Get the word out! Invite past customers, and blast it on your newsletter, blog, and social media. The best advocates are your existing customers. As the program rolls out, recruit affiliates, monitor traffic, and track revenue.

In a nutshell, affiliate marketing isn’t just a strategy; it’s your secret weapon to outshine competitors and boost sales.

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WEALTH, MARKETS & MONEY

Early Stocks To Watch in 2025

As the end of the year approaches, many are already planning their moves for the new year. It’s never a bad time to review your investment strategy, so we’re here to discuss some of the best stocks to watch as 2025 begins.

Nvidia Corp.:

With tech continuing to grow and grow, and the popularity of AI, it has been no wonder that Nvidia has been the big buzz within the industry. With its leading position providing GPUs to support the development of generative AI their stocks have surged in the second half of 2024, and look to continue into the new year.

Palantir:

Another tech darling, Palantir has had their stocks quadruple in 2024, which has even outperformed Nvidia’s 193% total return with dividends reinvested. This company sells software to governments and companies, and its AI offering has seen great success recently.

Rockstar:

The storied and well-loved game developer is expected to see gains next year with the much-anticipated release of Grand Theft Auto VI. While the time of the release isn’t known, people are still expecting increases when it does come out.

Palo Alto Networks Inc.:

This company currently is betting that its “platformization” strategy will pay off big. This means it is giving some products away to customers for free in hopes that it leads to broader adoption in more of its suite down the road. Currently, this has driven up their market share.

Don’t be caught lacking when the new year comes around. Now is the time to get ahead of the game, and start thinking about your strategy for 2025.

TECH

Location Data Companies Targeted By FTC

Venntel and Gravy Analytics Inc., Venntel’s parent company, have found themselves in the sights of the Federal Trade Commission. The FTC has announced it is taking action against these companies after saying they unlawfully tracked and sold private consumer information.

The companies are banned from “selling, disclosing, or using sensitive location data in any product or service,” stated a proposed order from the FTC. They also will require them to establish a sensitive data location program.

Customers of Venntel include federal law enforcement agencies like the Department of Homeland Security, the Drug Enforcement Administration, the FDI, and the IRS. The complaint alleges that these companies violated the FTC Act by collecting and selling consumer data without consent from consumers and customers.

“Surreptitious surveillance by data brokers undermines our civil liberties and puts servicemembers, union workers, religious minorities, and others at risk,” said Samuel Levine, director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection. “This is the FTC’s fourth action taken this year challenging the sale of sensitive location data, and it’s past time for the industry to get serious about protecting American’s privacy.”

The commissioner of the FTC, Alvaro Bedoya, also stated that the “illegality of this conduct is more than clear.”

Sensitive data that the companies are banned from using includes things pertaining to medical facilities, correctional facilities, religious organizations, schools and daycare centers, and shelters for homelessness, domestic violence, or refugees.

Each violation of the proposed consent order carries a fine of $51,744 according to the FTC, and the final consent order could be approved after a 30-day public comment period.

AROUND THE ZOO

Syrian rebels seized the capital Damascus, and President Bashar al-Assad fled to Russia which has ended a 13-year civil war and more than 50 years of his family’s rule.

The Notre Dame has finally celebrated its first Sunday Mass since being engulfed in flames nearly five years ago. Hundreds gathered to celebrate the Mass marking the consecration of the cathedral’s altar.

Those colorful foods may be going away. The FDA has a decision coming in the next few weeks on Red No. 3, a petroleum-based synthetic food coloring that may ban it from being used in foods.

HEALTH

A Healthy Heart, A Healthy Life

Do you know what is important for your heart health? Surprisingly, it’s not just about hitting the gym or cutting back on junk food. A vital aspect often overlooked is the role of mental well-being and stress management in keeping your ticker ticking smoothly.

Stress and Lifestyle

Consider this: the stress and anxiety gnawing at your peace of mind could be silently chipping away at your heart health. How do we combat this? Introducing practices like mindfulness, meditation, Yoga, and tailored self-care strategies can be game-changers. They’re not just feel-good activities; they’re heart-good too.

Evaluating Lifestyle Choices

It’s time to scrutinize our daily habits. Are we nurturing or neglecting our hearts with our lifestyle choices? The usual suspects are poor diets, inactivity, and, shockingly, even vaping, which can be as harmful to your heart as traditional smoking. And let’s not forget the impact of substance abuse.

Medical Conditions

Often, heart issues in the young are like icebergs – mostly hidden. Conditions like undiagnosed heart defects or genetic disorders like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy lurk unseen, potentially triggering catastrophic events under physical stress. External factors like dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, and even societal changes contribute to rising stress levels, affecting heart health.

The Intersection of Mental and Cardiac Health

Mental health is intricately linked to heart disease. Ignoring this link is like driving with a flat tire – you won’t get far. Implementing mental health strategies such as deep breathing, yoga, and mindfulness can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease.

JVZOO

Your Money Map

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