Why You Should Become a DollarDays Affiliate

Let’s start with the obvious question: What is an affiliate?

An affiliate is basically a person or group who helps advertise for a company through content or promotions. An affiliate can take a lot of different forms depending on the person and the company they are promoting. We wanted to offer a few reasons why becoming an affiliate makes financial sense and some tips to pick the right partners.

1. It’s a Great Way to Earn Extra Income

Making money as an affiliate can work in a few ways. Mainly, you can earn a commission from the sales you generate or get paid a flat fee for individual promotions. Obviously, how big or small these payments are will depend on the company. You probably won’t earn too much as an affiliate for a small, specialty store as opposed to *hint* *hint* an online wholesale store, for example. In the end, you really want to work with a company with high volume and large order values.

2. There is No One Way to be an Affiliate

There is a lot of freedom that can come with being an affiliate. At the end of the day, you are trying to appeal to your audience so it should be in your voice and style. As long as you represent the company correctly, you can definitely get creative. At DollarDays, we are always looking for fun, new content to reach a larger audience. We encourage our affiliates to utilize social media, Youtube, personal blogs, newsletters and more to generate buzz.

3. You Choose How Engaged You Want to Be

It’s important for an affiliate to be able to resonate with the brand they are promoting. It’s hard to suggest a product or service to your audience when you don’t believe in it yourself. So, in that spirit, we wanted to share our company’s Mission Statement:

We are a team of like-minded individuals working together to serve nonprofits by sourcing critically needed goods that allow our partners to stretch their dollars, accomplish their missions and provide dignity to those in need.

You know what your audience wants, so you can promote 100% of what we do or 10%. It’s your choice. So if you already have an engaged online community and want to earn some extra income, an affiliate program might be a great fit for you!

Submit your Application Here.

Working, Playing & Staying at Home

Now that working from home and home schooling the kids is the new normal for a while, we wanted put together a collection of products that will help you “Stay At Home” and keep all those plates spinning. The first part that is the most important is keeping the kids active, entertained and learning.

Keeping the Kids Busy

Even if they are stuck inside, we have lots of ideas to keep the family busy. From board games to puzzles, we have the best selection of wholesale toys and games. We even have paint sets and sketch pads to keep them creative. Need more ideas? Check out our Kids & Families Activity Guide.

STEM Tool

If that doesn’t keep their little minds busy, we have wholesale STEM toys as well for the older kids. If they are interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics you should check out some of the items we have available in small case sizes.

Mental Health

Now that we have the kids busy, you need to make sure to make time for yourself. Maintaining your mental health during this ‘stay at home’ period can be challenging. Try the new trend of adult coloring books. Or you can go for puzzle books like Soduku or crossword puzzles. And if none of that works, you can buy yourself a case of stress balls.

Snacks

With more and more kids at home through the rest of the year, just feeding your family every day can become a daunting task. We have plenty of snacks available to keep your pantry stocked up. But we are most excited to announce our new line of food that your kids will love! The new assortment includes soups, ramen and other great lunch ideas for the kids.

Cleaning Supplies

One thing to reduce anxiety during this time is to keep your environment clean and sanitary. We still have good variety of soaps, hygiene items and other wholesale cleaning supplies to help you keep your home clean and germ free!

Electronics

Now that you are working from home, juggling conference calls and fending off questions from the kids you might need some extra accessories to keep all your electronics charged and working. We have power strips, power banks and other accessories to get your home office running smoothly.

This time can be difficult to navigate as we all find ourselves making adjustments to stay safe. We, at DollarDays, want to help provide some normalcy as best we can. Stay safe, everyone.

Best Products to Keep the Kids Busy at Home

The combination of self-quarantine and the upcoming summer means you are looking at a lot of time at home with the kids. Luckily, we have a ton of ideas and products to keep your kids learning and busy. You might be asking why you should be buying wholesale items by the case. The answer is simple: it’s a great way to save you money.

Buying in Bulk

At DollarDays we sell most of our items in small cases which make them perfect for large families and classrooms. However, if you don’t have a large family but are still looking to save money we have several ideas on how to still buy in bulk. First, consider teaming up with your neighbors and splitting cases of coloring and activity books. You could also partner with parents from your school or local PTA to buy items in bulk.

STEM and Learning

While many schools are closed, it is important to make sure kids are still learning every day. If you are homeschooling your kids right now, we have a large variety of wholesale school supplies to keep stocked up. We have a large selection of STEM and learning tools that will make learning fun. We currently stock everything from musical instruments, math tools and modeling clay.

Arts and Crafts

Nothing can engage kids more than creative arts and crafts projects. This is where buying in bulk can make sense even for a small family. Stock up on everything from glue sticks, glitter glue, googley eyes, paper products and craft sticks. We stock some of the favorites from Crayola and Play-doh.

Puzzles and Board Games

This could be another great way to save money by purchasing in bulk with other families in your community. Or think about going in together a buying a case of puzzles and board games. You can donate anything extra to a Boys and Girls Club or even to your local Retirement Home. There are many people stuck inside that could benefit from donations at this time.

Still not sure where to start? Check out our Activities for Kids and Families page where we have put together a great assortment of learning and entertainment products. These small cases are perfect for classrooms, families and those in your community.

Stuck Inside? Work on those New Year Resolutions

New Year’s Resolution Products: Become a Better You

It’s okay, we forgot about ours too. Many people set New Year’s resolutions — but they often have trouble keeping them. Multiple studies by the University of Scranton have concluded that, over a two-year period, up to 80 percent of people fail to keep their resolutions. While the success rate is still much higher than those who don’t make resolutions, sticking to a goal clearly can be a challenge.
There are several ways to improve your chances of holding to a New Year’s resolution. They include making specific and realistic goals, getting support from others and not letting an occasional slip-up throw you off-track. You’ll also need the correct New Year resolution products to help you achieve your goal.
DollarDays has put together a list of the best products for five popular New Year’s resolutions. Whether you want to eat better, get in shape or save money, you’ll have the right tools. Readers might even get a few New Year’s resolution ideas for themselves! The best part is that all of these can be done from home! Read on for ideas on how to become a better you.

1. Getting in Shape: Exercise Gear

Resistance Bands: Many professional athletes use resistance band training to improve strength and flexibility. Elastic exercise bands add variety to workouts and can be used to work the entire body. The bands are color-coded to indicate resistance for different training levels. It’s a great way to keep your at-home workout interesting!
Activewear: You can only do so much exercise in jeans and flip-flops. Activewear for men and women is lightweight, provides support and helps wick away sweat so you’ll be comfortable as you work out. Stock up on performance T-shirts, tank tops, hoodies, shorts, joggers, yoga pants and other athletic gear.

2. Eating Better: Healthy Food Options

Healthy Snacks: There are many options other than candy bars and cookies for eating between meals. Nuts and seeds are packed with nutrients and take longer to digest so the cravings don’t come right back. Instead of highly-processed junk food that spikes your blood sugar, consider granola bars, energy bars and other snack bars.
Tea: Get the energy boost you need without the added calories of soda and energy drinks. Black teas, green teas and herbal teas have many proven health benefits. Drinking a daily cup of tea can help with weight loss, support cardiovascular health, soothing the digestive system and more.
Protein Shakes & Bars: High-protein drinks such as whey protein shakes are excellent for weight management. The protein keeps you fuller longer, they help with digestion and they don’t cause blood sugar spikes. If you’re also trying to get in shape (above), extra protein will help you build muscle.

3. Saving Money: Ways to Cut Costs

Savings Banks: It may seem like a children’s item, but having a place to put your loose change and dollar bills can add up. Set a savings bank on your desk or dresser, and if you’ve committed to saving a certain amount, add a little bit every day to reach your goal.
Food Storage Sets: Making food ahead of time and pre-packaging it for the week is a great way to save time and money. Make sure to get reusable food storage containers to save even more. If you are also dieting, food storage sets are great for portion control.
Budget-Tracking Notebooks: In the age of credit cards and electronic bank statements, it’s easy to buy things without thinking about the cost. Get a notebook and manually track everything you spend. You’ll quickly learn where most of your money is going and where you might be able to curb spending.

4. Self-Care: Beauty & Personal Care

Cosmetics & Fragrances: When you look beautiful, you’ll feel more confident. Something as simple as the right lip gloss or eyeliner can do wonders. Other cosmetics options include body spray, acne removers, nail polish sets and make-up brushes.
Sleep Aids: A big part of personal care is a good night’s sleep. If you’ve resolved to get better rest, consider investing in sleep aids. There are sleep masks to block out light, earplugs for noisy apartment complexes, tablets to help you doze off and other sleep treatments to wake up refreshed.
Bags & Totes: You’ll have everything you need to take care of yourself when you own a nice bag to put things in. Get a backpack, tote, handbag, briefcase or messenger bag for personal belongings. They’re great for business or personal use to keep you organized.

5. Tidying Up: Cleaning Products

All-Purpose Cleaners: If you’re going to be stuck at home, you might as well keep things fresh and clean. It’s also easier to clean the house when you don’t have 20 different cleansers to sort through. All-purpose cleaning supplies can be used for many rooms and surfaces, including kitchen tables, bathroom sinks, living room floors and office desks. There are liquids, sprays and foams for whatever suits your household.
Vacuums: With a good vacuum, you can clean carpets and dry spills on any carpet or hardwood floor. Many home vacuums now have advanced cleaning power and easily fit in a closet. A handheld wet/dry vacuum can be used on couches, counters and car floors to keep everything dirt-free.

Turn your annual resolution into a lifelong commitment with the help of DollarDays. We offer many New Year’s resolution products in bulk so you’ll have what you need for years of setting and keeping goals.