Why Transparency Matters
I’ve built my career on integrity and straight talk. That same commitment to transparency applies to this website and how I recommend products and resources.
Some links on chadrbrown.com are affiliate links, meaning I may earn a commission if you purchase through them. This page explains exactly how that works and what it means for you as a reader.
What Are Affiliate Links?
An affiliate link is a special tracking link that allows companies to know when someone makes a purchase after clicking from my site. If you buy something through one of these links, I may receive a commission or other compensation at no extra cost to you. The price you pay is exactly the same whether you use my link or go directly to the company’s website.
I participate in several affiliate programs, including:
- Amazon Associates (for books and other products)
- Course platforms and educational programs
- Software tools and productivity resources
- Professional services and business tools
My Commitment to You
I only recommend products and services I genuinely believe are valuable. My recommendations are based on:
- My personal experience using the product or service
- My professional judgment developed over years of building businesses, leading teams, and navigating career transitions
- Research and evaluation when I haven’t personally used something but believe it serves a legitimate need
Affiliate relationships do not influence my content. I decide what to write about based on what I think will help you, not what earns me a commission. No company pays me to feature their products, and I’ve turned down affiliate opportunities for products I don’t believe in.
Your situation is unique. What works for me or others may not work for you. While I share tools and resources that have made a difference in my professional and financial life, you’re responsible for evaluating whether they fit your circumstances, goals, and budget.
How I Disclose Affiliate Links
In compliance with Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, I provide “clear and conspicuous” disclosure in two ways:
- Post-level disclosures: At the top of blog posts containing affiliate links, you’ll see a brief statement like: “This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.”
- This disclosure page: Which I link to from my website footer and reference in relevant posts
Why I Use Affiliate Links
Creating thoughtful content—researching, writing, editing, maintaining this website—takes significant time and resources. Affiliate income helps offset these costs and allows me to keep most of my content free and accessible.
Affiliate income represents one of several revenue streams that support my work. This site exists to share what I’ve learned from building businesses, leading organizations, and helping professionals advance their careers—not to maximize affiliate revenue.
Questions?
If you have questions about my affiliate relationships or recommendations, I’m happy to answer them. You can reach me through the contact form on this site.
Thank you for reading, for your trust, and for being part of this community.
— Chad R. Brown, DVM