In this week’s episode of the Niche Pursuits PodcastingTrevin Peterson, founder of Viral Vue, joins me to discuss his remarkable journey in the online marketing space, the evolution of the Amazon Influencer Program, and how his new program, Viral Vue, is helping influencers scale their businesses. Trevi’s story is one of constant evolution, from side hustles at a young age to building successful businesses in Amazon FBA, TikTok affiliates, and eventually creating a software solution that changed the way influencers approached their marketing.
Trevi’s journey into the Amazon Influencer Program began unexpectedly in late 2022, and he quickly became a multi-faceted success story driven by his ability to spot and capitalize on opportunities. In this blog post, we’ll dive deep into the various elements of his journey and explore the strategies he uses to succeed in the ever-changing landscape of influencer marketing.
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From Side Hustles to Full-Time Success
Trevin Peterson’s entrepreneurial journey began as a child. From poop cleaning to lawn mowing, he was always looking for creative ways to make money. When he entered college, Trevin married a young woman and began looking for ways to provide for his growing family.
This led him down a path of online side hustles, trying everything from affiliate marketing and MLMs to dropshipping and Amazon FBA. Trevi’s first big success came building private label brands on Amazon FBA, which he has recently focused on as a part-time job as his company, Viral Vue, takes up more of his time.
By 2023, Trevi’s work with Amazon’s influencer program had become a full-time job. However, what’s truly impressive about Trevi’s journey is his seamless transition between different business models, capitalizing on trends before they become mainstream.
The Amazon Influencer Program: A Game Changer
Trevi’s deep involvement in the Amazon Influencer Program allowed him to realize the program’s potential. He first became aware of Amazon influencers in late 2022 when he saw videos from creators appearing on Amazon listings with no clear explanation. Confused at first about how these videos work, he quickly started researching and found out how influencers make money by creating videos about Amazon products.
When he started experimenting with influencer videos with his family, his interest paid off and he earned his first $3,000 in the first month. Before long, the Peterson family was fully enrolled in the Amazon Influencer Program. They have made 10,000 videos as a family covering a wide range of products.
This success has even led them to rent out the bounce houses they bought through brand deals. Trevi’s unique perspective as both a marketer and an influencer led him to see the app’s untapped potential. This inspired him to create Viral Vue, a tool designed to help influencers more efficiently find products to promote and grow their businesses.
Building Viral Vue: Troubleshooting Operational Issues
Viral Vue was born out of Trevi’s need to simplify the process of finding viable products and managing influencer campaigns. At first, Trevin and his family manually reviewed the products they already owned, shot videos, and hoped for success.
But they quickly realized the ineffectiveness of this approach. With thousands of influencer videos already posted for some products, standing out in Amazon’s crowded influencer carousel has become nearly impossible. This led to the creation of Viral Vue, which now includes features such as:
- Product scanning: Identifying products with good sales potential in your order history.
- Influencer Video Count: Show how many influencer videos already exist for a product, so users can focus on products with low competition.
- Creative Connections: A tool that helps influencers find and accept higher paying campaigns offered by vendors.
- Viral Account: A metric that combines revenue, competition and merchant video presence to determine a product’s potential for influencer success.
Viral Vue has grown significantly since its launch, with key features like Creative Connections making it easy for influencers to find campaigns that match their product reviews. This has allowed influencers to significantly increase their earnings. Trevi’s success story is a perfect example of how identifying gaps in the market and creating solutions to address those gaps can lead to massive growth.
Earning potential of Amazon Influencer and TikTok affiliates
One of the highlights of Trevi’s journey has been his ability to earn significant profits from both the Amazon Influencer and TikTok Affiliate programs. While Amazon’s Influencer Program has traditionally focused on shoppable videos, TikTok Affiliates operates in a very different space with more aggressive, clickbait-type videos.
A record month saw Trevi earn nearly $40,000 a month with TikTok Affiliates. While TikTok’s earning potential is high, it requires unique skills to succeed. TikTok videos tend to be faster-paced and highly engaging, requiring influencers to have a strong personality and the ability to create viral content.
Conversely, Amazon Influencer marketing can be more accessible to newcomers, although it still requires effort. Trevi’s brother and family earned $15,000 in one month, mostly from commissions and brand deals. This shows that even part-time participation in the Amazon Influencer program can generate significant income, especially when using tools like Viral Vue to optimize the process.
Breakdown of Trevi’s success:
- TikTok Affiliates: His best month was $39,000 in earnings.
- Amazon Influencer Program: His family earned $10,000 a month through commissions, brand deals, and product reselling.
- Sister-in-law’s Earnings: He’s on track to earn $30,000 this month with TikTok affiliates alone.
Daily workflow for Amazon Influencers in 2025
As the Amazon Influencer marketing landscape continues to evolve, Trevin advises influencers to focus on a few key activities every day to stay ahead:
- Accept Creative Communications Campaigns: Accepting campaigns from brands that offer higher commission rates is now an essential part of being successful as an Amazon influencer.
- Continuous Download: Regular video uploads are essential for maintaining visibility on Amazon and TikTok.
- Product Research: Carefully selecting products with low competition and high sales potential is critical to generating consistent commissions.
Using tools like Viral Vue makes this process more manageable, allowing influencers to automate certain aspects of their workflow and save valuable time.
The Influence and Growth of Viral Vue
Viral Vue’s success has been nothing short of impressive, especially given the challenges Trevi faced while launching the company. After months of uncertainty and sleepless nights, the software became profitable in May 2025. Trevi’s desire to reinvest profits from other ventures like Amazon FBA and TikTok into developing the tool eventually paid off.
The app now has a thriving community of influencers who use the platform to find products, secure brand deals and grow their businesses. What started as a small, niche tool has grown into an essential resource for any serious Amazon influencer.
Final Thoughts
Trevin Peterson’s story is a testament to the power of innovation and persistence in the world of online marketing. From side hustles to software development, he has proven that success can be achieved on many fronts by spotting opportunities early, taking calculated risks, and creating solutions to everyday problems.
If you’re an Amazon Influencer, TikTok affiliate marketer, or looking to get started, Trevi’s journey offers invaluable insight into what it takes to thrive. Whether you’re using software like Viral Vue or finding new ways to engage your audience, remember that consistency, creativity, and a willingness to adapt are your best tools for success.
In a world filled with noise and competition, Trevin Peterson continues to set himself apart by always skating where the puck goes. And with the tools he’s developed and his focus on solving impactful problems, he’s not only built a business, he’s built a community that helps others achieve the same success.
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