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Built Online

Cody McGuffiewww.youtube.com
Built Online is a podcast for e-commerce and online business strategies to help grow your company. Each episode features veteran sellers sharing how they made their first sales, scaled their businesses, and the early mistakes they can help you avoid. You'll learn how to build on Etsy, Shopify, Amazon, and more. The goal is to inspire you to start and grow your own successful business. Sponsored by EverBee: e-commerce software trusted by over 1,000,000 business owners to start, grow, and scale their companies.
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Episodes

47. Million-Dollar Etsy Strategies: Building an E-Commerce Business From The Ground Up with Jesse

How does an Etsy seller go from zero to multi-million dollar revenue? In this episode, I sit down with Jesse, an Etsy powerhouse who shares his incredible ascent from humble beginnings to generating millions in sales. Jesse's story is a compelling tale of ingenuity, perseverance, and tactical mastery. He opens up about his initial struggles, the leap of faith into full-time entrepreneurship, and the innovative strategies that propelled his Etsy store to staggering heights. This episode isn't jus...

Mar 20, 202455 min

46. Nailing It: Carpenter's Blueprint to $200K in E-Commerce Profits with Ronnie McKenzie

Ever wondered how a full-time carpenter turned his life around to become a wildly successful online entrepreneur? In this episode, we sit down with Ronnie McKenzie, who shares his incredible journey from the construction site to e-commerce stardom. Ronnie's story is a powerful blend of grit, hustle, and heart. He opens up about the early days of his career, the struggles of accumulating debt, and the breakthrough moments that led him to where he is today—a thriving print-on-demand business owner...

Feb 28, 20241 hr 27 min

45. The Power of Research and Branding: How Terry Marsh Built a Six-Figure Etsy Empire with Terry Marsh

In this episode we’re joined by Terry Marsh, a successful Etsy seller with over a decade of experience. Terry shares her story of starting on Etsy as a single mom, quitting her job, and building two six-figure shops. She discusses the mental stress and decision-making involved in becoming a full-time entrepreneur and offers valuable advice for those looking to make the leap. Terry emphasizes the importance of research and staying ahead of the competition, as well as the role of email marketing i...

Jan 09, 202443 min

Harnessing Email for More Reviews, Sales, and $3,300 Extra Revenue with Scott and Chris | Ep.44

Ever wonder how you could use email to take your business to the next level? For that and more, follow us here and ⁠subscribe to our YouTube channel⁠ ! In this episode of Built Online, host Cody McGuffie introduces a game-changing tool for Etsy sellers: Everbee Email. Cody shares a detailed case study conducted by Scott and Chris, who used Everbee Email as beta testers to generate over $3,300 in extra revenue for their Etsy shop in just 30 days.The episode explores the power of email marketing a...

Nov 14, 202358 minSeason 1Ep. 44

43. The Power of E-Commerce: A Bartender's Journey to $360,000 Revenue with Mak

Join host Cody McGuffie on the Etsy Seller Podcast as he sits down with Mak, a former bartender turned successful Etsy seller. After losing her job in 2020, Mak went online in search of ways to make money and stumbled upon Etsy. With no prior experience, she dove into the world of print-on-demand and quickly grew her Etsy shop to generate $100,000 in profit within just six months and over $360,000 in revenue. Mak shares her journey, from initially listing random products to finding her own niche...

Oct 31, 202337 min

42. From Chaos to Calm: How One Mom Found Balance and Success on Etsy with Tamara Hall

Join host Cody McGuffie in this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast as he sits down with Tamara Hall for a follow-up discussion on her Etsy journey. Tamara, a full-time mom and former designer, shares her experience of creating multiple passive income streams through her Etsy shop. Despite initially putting in more time and effort, Tamara has managed to streamline her business to just one hour a week while still earning a consistent income of thousands of dollars per month. She reveals the key to...

Oct 24, 202341 min

41. $100,000 First Year: Finding Financial Freedom Through E-Commerce Success with Christina

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast, host Cody McGuffie sits down with Christina, a remarkable entrepreneur who turned her love for art and travel into a thriving Etsy business. Christina shares her journey from starting with pet portraits to discovering the power of print-on-demand and expanding her product offerings. With determination and a focus on evergreen niches, Christina was able to achieve impressive results, including hitting nearly $100k in profit in her first full calendar ye...

Oct 17, 202341 min

40. E-Commerce Powered by Print-on-Demand: Making $85,000 and Replacing Your Job with Taylor

This episode we interview Taylor, a successful Etsy seller who has achieved remarkable growth in just 12 months. Taylor shares her inspiring journey of starting her Etsy shop as a side gig while working a full-time job, and how she has built it from zero to $85,000 in revenue. She reveals that her success is primarily due to her use of print on demand, and she provides valuable insights into tactics such as research, SEO, and mindset. This conversation is filled with practical tips and advice fo...

Oct 12, 202350 min

39. Etsy Marketing Mastery: How to Stand Out and Thrive in a Competitive Marketplace with Monica Little

In this episode we're hosting Monica Little, a business coach with expertise in Etsy marketing. Monica shares her personal journey of transitioning from a corporate job to becoming a successful Etsy seller with a multi six figure business and eventually a business coach. She highlights the importance of understanding the psychology of Etsy shoppers and how sellers can differentiate themselves from the competition. Monica provides valuable insights into optimizing product images, crafting compell...

Oct 04, 202332 min

38. Finding Inspiration by Modeling Success: A Strategy to Build Online Businesses

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast, host Cody McGuffie explores the concept of modeling success. He emphasizes the importance of paying attention to successful businesses and individuals in order to learn from their actions and achievements. Cody highlights how successful Etsy shops draw inspiration from other shops in the marketplace to create unique and improved products. He provides examples of well-known companies like Coke and Pepsi, as well as McDonald's and Burger King, who have m...

Sep 27, 20238 min

37. How to Make Half a Million Selling on Etsy with Luna Vega

Join host Cody McGuffie in this exciting episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast as he interviews Luna Vega, a six-figure Etsy seller who has achieved remarkable success in just two and a half years. Luna shares her experience transitioning from Shopify and dropshipping to selling on Etsy using print-on-demand. With over $500,000 in revenue and profit margins of 50 to 60%, Luna proves that Etsy can be a beginner-friendly platform with immense potential. She emphasizes the importance of testing, havin...

Sep 20, 202347 min

36. Innovation Through Improvement: How Successful Companies Don’t Invent Products from Scratch

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast, host Cody McGuffie presents a thought-provoking concept that challenges the traditional notion of inventing products from scratch. He argues that successful businesses rarely create entirely new products, but instead focus on improving existing ones. Drawing examples from renowned companies like McDonald's and Coca-Cola, Cody explains how these industry giants revolutionized their respective markets by recognizing customer demand and finding innovative...

Sep 11, 20237 min

35. Unlocking Bigger Business Goals Using Etsy Income with Ellie

In this episode of the Etsy Seller podcast, host Cody McGuffie interviews Ellie who shares her journey of starting on Etsy in 2020 after breaking her leg and needing a new source of income. She discusses her transition from selling tangible products to discovering the world of print on demand and how it became her true passion. Ellie also reveals how her success on Etsy allowed her to start her dream coffee shop. Her story is a testament to the power of determination, adaptability, and using Ets...

Sep 08, 202328 min

34. How to Turn Your Struggles Into a Multi-Million Dollar E-Commerce Empire with Reggie Jennings

In this powerful podcast episode, Reggie Jennings, also known as Mr. Ecom, shares his inspiring journey from a successful IT career to almost losing his family and hitting rock bottom. He opens up about the emotional struggles and financial hardships he faced, including a negative balance in his bank account. However, Reggie's story takes a turn when his young daughter's drawing and words of encouragement ignite a fire within him to bet on his family and pursue e-commerce. With a clear mission a...

Aug 29, 202347 min

33. How to Hit Your $10K/Monthly Goal Using AI with Patrick

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast, host Cody McGuffie interviews Patrick, an experienced e-commerce seller who has transitioned to selling on Etsy. Patrick shares his journey from selling on platforms like eBay and Facebook Marketplace to exploring the unique world of Etsy. He discusses how he uses Everbee, an Etsy business tool, to conduct product research and find winning products. Patrick emphasizes the importance of browsing casually on Etsy to discover popular listings and gain ins...

Aug 22, 202356 min

32. The Power of Niche Markets: How to Build a Million Dollar Etsy Brand

"I spent $5,000 to get a thousand units. So five bucks a piece. And from there, I ran a promotion. I spent a thousand dollars for them to run an email to their list of people that wanted to get deals. And then I ran a 50% off deal, which I made no money. And I made, I think we sold like maybe 200, 250 units because that's all I wanted to sell because I said, I'll do 200, 250 units. So I lost money. But what that did was it shot me up in the rankings. And then that went on to do $300,000." - Scot...

Aug 10, 202355 min

31. The Role of Bookkeeping for Online Sellers with Nathan Hirsch

This episode we’re joined by Nathan Hirsch, the owner of two bookkeeping businesses. Nathan dives into the often overlooked topic of bookkeeping and its importance for Etsy sellers. Nathan shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from selling secondhand books to owning successful e-commerce businesses. He emphasizes the significance of bookkeeping in making informed business decisions and highlights the benefits of having clean financials for potential investors or selling your business. The...

Aug 03, 202342 min

30. The Importance of YouTube Content About Your E-Commerce Business with Will Lee

In this podcast episode, host Cody McGuffie interviews Will, a financial professional and YouTube content creator who covers a range of topics including finance and Etsy. Will shares his educational background in economics and finance, as well as his decision to pursue an MBA and the Chartered Financial Analyst designation. He discusses his experience working in equity research on Wall Street and his transition from corporate finance to starting his own business. Will also delves into his resear...

Jul 25, 202353 min

29. How One Viral Product Can Change Your E-Commerce Business with Angel

In this podcast episode we interview Etsy seller and coach Angel, also known as Passive Income Angel. The episode highlights the importance of market research, adding value to products, and understanding customer demand. We also discuss the challenges of building a successful business, the core problem of e-commerce, and the significance of perseverance. Finally, we learn the potential of one winning product to transform a business and the importance of scaling by focusing on what works. Angel's...

Jul 18, 202342 min

28. From E-Commerce Entrepreneur to Software Founder: The Story of Cody McGuffie

In this episode, our guest host Craig interviews Cody McGuffie, the founder of EverBee. Cody shares his story of starting EverBee. They talk about his background, motivation to solve financial problems, personal challenges, and life-changing events. Cody reflects on career choices, family beliefs, and his ventures into drop shipping, Amazon FBA, real estate, and e-commerce. He discuss the initial launch and feedback of a product and his entrepreneurial journey leading to the birth of the softwar...

Jul 12, 20231 hr

27. Building a Six-Figure Landscape Photography Business with Craig Alexander

In this episode of The Etsy Seller Podcast, host Cody McGuffie interviews Craig Alexander, a successful entrepreneur who turned his passion for landscape photography into a thriving business. Craig shares his journey from starting with nothing to making multiple six figures in sales. The Etsy Seller Podcast is hosted by Cody McGuffie, CEO and founder of EverBee. In each weekly episode of this podcast, you’ll hear from experienced Etsy Sellers on how they run their Etsy business, how they got the...

Jul 06, 202348 min

26. How to Turn Digital Designs Into Passive Income with Tamara Hall

This episode Tamara Hall shares how she turned her passion for digital design into a profitable business. Tamara shares her journey from being a design studio professional to a full-time mom and how selling on Etsy became a blessing for her and her family. She explains how she created trendy templates and turned it into one of her passive income streams. The Etsy Seller Podcast is hosted by Cody McGuffie, CEO and founder of EverBee. In each weekly episode of this podcast, you’ll hear from experi...

Jun 27, 202329 min

24. Using Pinterest to Grow Your Business to $300K with Corey Hudson

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast, host Cody McGuffie interviews Corey Hudson on how she uses Pinterest to attract customers to her Etsy and Shopify stores. Corey shares her strategy for optimizing her Pinterest account by creating pins that drive traffic to her products, resulting in over $300,000 in revenue in only two years. They also talk about the importance of engagement with customers to discover what they are searching for and how Corey sold her business for a great exit. The Et...

Jun 13, 202335 min

23. How to Go From Day Job to Full-Time Etsy Seller with Will Haimerl

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast we talk with Will, also known as "that PPC coach", about his journey from working eight-hour shifts to becoming an Etsy seller. Will shares insights on how he markets his products and gives tips on how to properly market on Etsy. He also discusses the risks of launching a business and the importance of access to customers. The Etsy Seller Podcast is hosted by Cody McGuffie, CEO and founder of EverBee. In each weekly episode of this podcast, you’ll hear ...

Jun 09, 202346 min

22. From Zero to $350K/Year: Building an Etsy Empire with Print-on-Demand with Cassiy Johnson

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Podcast, host Cody McGuffie interviews Cassiy Johnson, who shares her Print-On-Demand strategies that helped her achieve financial freedom with $750,000 in revenue on Etsy in less than three years. Cassiy discusses her strategies for print-on-demand products and how she finds winning products to increase sales. She also breaks down the profit she made after deducting expenses, which on average was $6,000 per month. The Etsy Seller Podcast is hosted by Cody McGu...

May 31, 202353 min

How to Find Niches to Grow Etsy Shops to $100,000/Year with Rich Khun | Ep.21

How do you find the right niche for you to achieve success? For that and more, follow us here and ⁠subscribe to our YouTube channel⁠ ! In this episode of Built Online , we talk with Rich Khun, a veteran of the e-commerce industry, about his entrepreneurial journey. They discuss Rich's creative hustle, how he went from selling digital graphics at 13 to generating six and seven-figure revenues through platforms such as Etsy. He shares his strategies for quickly growing Etsy shops and turning them ...

May 25, 202332 minSeason 1Ep. 21

From Tour Guide to Making Thousands $$$$$/Month with Brenon Dopp | Ep.20

How do you turn your passion into Etsy success? For that and more, follow us here and ⁠subscribe to our YouTube channel⁠ ! In this episode of Built Online , we talk with Brenon Dopp about his journey as an Etsy seller. He went from being a tour guide to traveling around the world with his wife, thanks to his successful print-on-demand business on Etsy. Brenon shares his ideas and strategies for growing an Etsy business and how he used print-on-demand to achieve time and location freedom. -------...

May 16, 202333 minSeason 1Ep. 20

How She Made Over $300,000+ with Print on Demand Business | ft. Angel

Ready to turn your passion into profit? For that and more, follow us here and subscribe to our YouTube channel ! In this episode of Built Online , we talk with Angel, a successful Etsy seller and entrepreneur, who shares her journey from being a full-time kindergarten teacher to building a thriving print-on-demand business. ------------ ANGEL: - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@passiveincomeangel - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@passiveincomeangel - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passive...

May 09, 202334 minSeason 1Ep. 19

How to Use AI to Build Hundreds of Listings and Jumpstart a Niche Brand with Andrew Erickson | Ep.18

What does it take to turn your Etsy Shop into a successful online venture? For that and more, follow us here and ⁠⁠subscribe to our YouTube channel⁠⁠ ! In this episode of Built Online , we continue our talk with Andrew Erickson, a successful e-commerce seller and entrepreneur, about leveraging AI and building a niche brand. Andrew shares his strategy for writing books and selling them. ------------ 🎙️ Check Out the Built Online Podcast — Hosted by EverBee Founder & CEO Cody McGuffie 💥 100+...

May 05, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Insights From a $1M/Year E-Commerce Seller with Andrew Erickson | Ep.17

What does it take to turn your Etsy Shop into a successful online venture? For that and more, follow us here and ⁠subscribe to our YouTube channel⁠ ! In this episode of Built Online , we talk with Andrew Erickson, a successful e-commerce seller and entrepreneur. He shares his strategy to improve Etsy shop reviews from zero to over 30 in a few weeks and provides insights into building online companies and making a full-time income from Etsy. The episode is part one of a two-part series with Andre...

Apr 26, 202324 minSeason 1Ep. 17
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