Update blogpost based on recomendations!

Author: Hombre-x

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-# Welcome, Typelevel affiliates!
+# Affiliate Applications Opens Again!
 
 **Applications are back!** We are excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for new affiliate projects.
 
-These projects have always been an important part of Typelevel, and we are always seeking new and interesting ideas for our ecosystem, and from now on, you can be a part of it. 
+The process has changed slightly since last time, but it should be much easier. Why would you want this? Well: 
 
-The process has changed slightly since last time, but it should be much easier. Now, all you need to do is:
+- Your project will be listed on the Typelevel website and index
+- It demonstrates alignment with our community values
+- The use of "typelevel affiliate" badge/shield (our quality mark 😉) on your project page and README
+- An indicator that the Typelevel TSC has recognized your project is active/maintained/quality
 
-1. Use our link to submit your project application.
-2. Fill in all the required information and accept the terms.
-3. Wait for your project to be reviewed and approved.
-4. If everything looks good, you will be added to the list of Typelevel affiliates and your project will appear on our index page!
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-If you think your project is a good fit or addition to Typelevel, perhaps because it complements it, uses some of its libraries, extends some functionality, or maybe you just think it would look good with a cat logo on it, we encourage you to apply. You can find more information on the [Typelevel affiliates page](/projects/affiliate-applications.md). See you there!
+If you think your project meets our guidelines and it is a good fit or addition to Typelevel, perhaps because it complements it, uses some of its libraries, extends some functionality, or maybe you just think it would look good with a cat logo on it, we encourage you to apply. You can find more information on the [Typelevel affiliates page](/projects/affiliate-applications.md). See you there!