Pour special recognition on your high-earning affiliates. Send them flowers, champagne or chocolates. You'll spend a LOT more finding new super affiliates. I was very impressed. That friendly phone call helped win my loyalty.
Phone calls can turn business relationships into lasting friendships.
Remember, you don't just want a collection of affiliates. You want enthusiastic supporters. You'll need to understand the difference between shallow flattery and sincere appreciation. Read or re-read Dale Carnegie's book, How to Win Friends and Influence People. Encourage your affiliates to speak up.