Hello there,
I just signed up for STM yesterday; I can't stop reading :-) I already have signed up for a few networks but just got turned down by F5 (lack of experience but they know I'm coming from STM) and when signing up for A4D, they need me to name a reference from the industry. It would be great if I could name someone there who is willing to help me in the start. I won't forget that 
I am absolutely commited to succeed. On top of that I have an never ending urge to learn and to test and analyze (10 years exp. in technical analysis of financial markets). Whatever it takes. Time and money isn't a big problem either. I won't quit until i make it.
Thanks so much :-)
Lukas
Hi there!
I am in the same situation. Yesterday my signup in F5 was rejected (lack of experience to) and now I don't know where to signup. There are a lot of guides speacking about the traffic sources, banners and landing pages but not about the offers, or at least I don't find them.
Thank you guys.
It can be difficult if you're new to get approved. But, it's still possible.
Think of it from the network's point of view.
A lot of new applicant's get turned down either because they think they could be a fraud or going to waste their time. They're looking for motivated self-starters - ideally with experience.
How can you improve your chances of approval?
Before applying, make sure you have a solid, actionable plan. ex: what goals will you achieve in the next 12 months. How will you get there? What traffic sources will you be using, etc.
After you've submitted your application, get on the phone and be persistent. You can do it.