The Ultimate Side Hustle: How to Collaborate with Brands You Actually Love

We’ve all been there. You find a pair of sneakers that fits perfectly, a skincare routine that actually works, or a tech gadget that changes your daily workflow. What’s the first thing you do? You tell your friends. You post a story. You become a walking billboard for the brands you genuinely love.

But here’s the kicker: Why are you doing it for free?

For a long time, “brand collaborations” felt like something reserved for people with millions of followers and professional lighting setups. The “gatekeepers” made it seem like you needed an agent just to get a discount code.

At Club, we’re calling time on that. The era of the everyday collaborator is here, and it’s the ultimate side hustle.

What Does it Actually Mean to “Collaborate”?

Let’s strip away the jargon. Collaborating with a brand isn’t about being a “salesperson.” It’s about authenticity. It’s the process of:

Representing: Showcasing products that fit your real life.
Sharing: Giving your community (friends, family, or followers) value through recommendations.
Earning: Getting rewarded—whether through commissions, exclusive perks, or early access—every time someone trusts your taste.

Why Club is the Side Hustle You’ve Been Waiting For

Most side hustles require a massive upfront investment or hours of gruelling “gig” work. Club is different. It’s built around self-expression.

No “Follower Count” Fear**:** You don’t need 100k followers to be valuable. Your influence lives in your genuine passion. Brands want real people who actually use their products.

Total Creative Freedom: This is your space to express yourself. Whether you’re a minimalist, a fitness junkie, or a DIY expert, you choose the brands that match your vibe.

Zero Friction: Forget messy emails and 20-page contracts. Club handles the technical side so you can focus on the fun part: sharing what you love.

How to Start Your Journey (In 3 Simple Steps)

Starting a side hustle shouldn’t feel like a second job. On Club, it’s as easy as:

1. Sign Up & Style Your Profile Head over to Club.co and create your home base. This is where you’ll curate the brands you represent.

2. Pick Your Favourites Browse our ecosystem of cool, forward-thinking brands. Whether it’s fashion, wellness, or tech, find the ones you’d talk about anyway.

3. Share & Earn Generate your unique links or discount codes. Drop them in your bio, send them to the group chat, or feature them in your next post. When your community wins with a great find, you win with a reward.

Your Taste is Valuable. Don’t Leave It on the Table.

You’re already out there discovering the best products and telling the world about them. You’re already a tastemaker. By joining Club, you’re simply making it official.

It’s time to stop just “following” the brands you love and start representing them.

Club (formerly Brandbassador) is the ambassador and community marketing platform trusted by leading DTC and ecommerce brands to build, manage, and scale their creator communities. From nano-influencers to loyal superfans, Club gives brands the infrastructure to turn people into their most powerful marketing channel.