If you depend on affiliate programs to make up a significant portion of your income, you are probably struggling a bit as consumers become more reluctant to buy. And with the Christmas season coming up, it’s hard not to feel worried about whether or not you’ll be able to take advantage of the big buying rush. Brick and mortar and large online retailers have the same worries, and are implementing some unique marketing strategies to try to encourage consumers to buy, according to an article from BestGiftsOnline.org. Why not take a page out of their books when creating your own holiday sales this Christmas season? Of course, you may be a bit limited by the promotions being run by the companies you’re affiliate with, but a little slick marketing can go a long way when it comes to getting consumers to spend.