Do you use or are you thinking about using Etsy plus? Do you even know what it is? Then today’s episode is just for you! I'll break it all down for you including the features, benefits, cost, and misconceptions of Etsy plus so you don't have to.
Today's episode is all about the Etsy algorithm. I want to help decode and simplify this mythical beast, give you misconceptions to avoid, help you understand how it impacts your shop, and show you how to leverage it for future success. Don't forget to download my Free Etsy SEO Success eBook here . It goes over the algorithm & SEO in even greater detail for you. Oh yeah, and there are lots of great tips inside as well!...
I want to go through my yearly sales numbers with you so you can see how long it took me to get to $100k a year on Etsy. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at what I was doing in my biz at that time… This is the iceberg episode. I often talk about the iceberg concept because it’s so relevant, especially today. You are bombarded with the top of the iceberg content on social media. The iceberg is only seeing the success and none of the failure or real stuff that's going on. People are drivin...
It's time again for a new episode of Etsy Seller News! Here's what's covered: UKCA marketing requirements for the UK starting in 1/23/23. See the link below for all the details: https://www.etsy.com/seller-handbook/article/product-safety-essentials-important/1092191535409 Etsy rolls out its tv holiday campaign for the US, UK, and Germany Etsy Launches Image Search on Mobile App – May Also Help Sellers Find Infringing Listings 2022 USP Holiday Shipping Dates for Contiguous U.S. (Lower 48 States) ...
Have you ever had deconstructed food? It is food that is presented in a separated way and not all mixed together. You can better see all the ingredients. I promise this isn’t turning into a cooking show lol. There is a point to this. For example, deconstructed egg salad has the ingredients layered and not mixed together. You can use this same concept to create your own Etsy business and figure out what to sell. How? Well, you deconstructed it of course. Today I will give you 7 steps to deconstru...
I stopped doing this and it really hurt my Etsy business this year. What's worse is the year is not over yet and the biggest sales month is yet to come... yikes!!!! Tune in to find out what I did so you can learn and not make the same mistake. I'm sure you'll also get a few tips on things to do that will help your Etsy business.
I get a lot of great questions on my YouTube channel where I talk about all things Etsy. I wanted to answer some of those questions today and encourage you to check out that channel with additional content to help you with your Etsy business. Make sure to go over there and subscribe so you get notified when new episodes come out. Check out that channel here: www.youtube.com/@handmadeandbeyond
It's an all-new Etsy Seller news episode with all the latest and greatest updates you need to know about! In this episode I talk about how customers can checkout directly on Google when they buy your Etsy stuff, recent star seller changes, a banned item you should steer clear of, and more...
Today I want to talk about The #1 truth to sell more on Etsy which is…. If you list more, you’ll sell more! That’s it.. the end lol j/k. Today I want to dive into this topic more & give you some tips on how to do this more successfully. It's not as easy as you think. You don't want to miss this one! Don't forget to download my Etsy Listing Success Guide which pairs nicely with this episode. It'll give you tips on optimizing your listings to get more traffic and increase your chances of makin...
Many people start an Etsy business to sell their amazing creations. A lot of sellers have the goal of going full-time with their Etsy business or at least making a nice chunk of change each year to supplement their income. When that doesn't happen, it gets very difficult to keep moving forward. I can totally understand that frustration because I've been there. If you're feeling that way this episode is for you! There are TONS of very successful Etsy sellers out there. Which is great news! If the...
I'm back and safe from hurricane Ian! But I do have a few stories of craziness caused by the hurricane. It has been quite the adventure... Many of my fellow Floridians were devastated by this hurricane. If you can help in any way it will be greatly appreciated. You can donate at www.redcross.org . Oh and I do have some new Etsy seller news items to go over with you as well! I go over recent Etsy listing changes that include returns and sustainability attributes. I also talk about how Poshmark wa...
Yay!!! It's a mess up episode! With selling on Etsy or anywhere, you'll make A LOT of mistakes. This shouldn't hinder you or get you down when it happens. The sooner you embrace your mistakes and learn from them, the better off you'll be. To help you overcome and prepare for your mistakes, I wanted to bring you a mistake-filled episode full of some of the biggest mistakes I've made in my Etsy journey. I also talk about what I've learned from each mistake, which is the most important takeaway. Si...
Capitalizing on Etsy trends can easily boost your revenue throughout the year. What's more, it's not very hard for any niche to do if you know how. Today I want to give you an easy, 3 step process to help you find and capitalize on Etsy trends. Need help getting to your first 100 Etsy sales and beyond?! Snag this free guide to help you do just that! Click Here
I'm back with some more Etsy news for ya! Here's what's covered in this week's episode: Etsy CEO Josh Silverman announced new fall tv ad campaigns expected to start in November. Etsy is redesigning the seller handbook with a new homepage coming in the next few weeks. Their goal is to make it easier to find information and make it more concise. Etsy also launched a virtual holiday selling event called Etsyup where they talk about trends, marketing, and search. You can view this video and the anno...
Like any e-commerce platform, Etsy restricts what you can and cannot sell. It's important to know what these restrictions are so you don't get your listings taken down or even worse your shop suspended/closed. Some of what is restricted may be obvious such as trademarked items or guns. But I really wanted to do this episode to talk about the things that are less obvious. These are the items that you have to be careful of accidentally selling. And unfortunately, the excuse of not knowing won't he...
It's an all-new Etsy seller news packed full of all the updates you need to know! Here's what's covered in this episode: -Are bad reviews being displayed in a way that hurts your Etsy shop? -Don't forget to verify your bank account with Plaid to keep getting paid -Etsy rolls out 24/7 live chat support... but there's a catch -Etsy buyers can now post video reviews... get all the deets Don't miss the Freaky Friday Segment to see all my funny, weird, and cool Etsy finds! Here are the listings I cov...
This subject may be controversial, especially in the social media age. But I also know that many new Etsy sellers put a lot of their time and energy into social media when they should be spending it on their business. Social media can be a distraction and prevent you from moving your business forward. In today's episode, I want to discuss if it's the right time for social media in your business and give you some great alternatives to improve sales without it. Need help getting to your first 100 ...
This is the burning question that many Etsy sellers want to know. The truth may surprise you. You CAN make Etsy your full-time job, but few sellers will. In today's episode I dive into what prevents Etsy sellers from going full-time, the process I went through to take my Etsy business full-time 4 years ago, and the pros/cons of going full-time with your business. This is a can't-miss episode! Snag my all-new guide, "Get Your First 100 Sales On Etsy"...
Welcome to an all-new episode of Etsy Seller News! Here's what's covered in this episode: USPS holiday price increases Oct 5th through the week after Christmas and then back up in the middle of January. The cost depends on weight and distance. Also, they're getting rid of 15K jobs but they'll still be able to handle shipping with no delays… Etsy updates feed: Etsy released a statement last week explaining the importance and how the updates feed works for buyers so sellers can take advantage. The...
I bet that title got your attention! Of course, you want to make sure you're not doing anything that could hurt your shop performance. It's hard enough as it is to get sales. Well, I am here to save the day with this new episode so you know what not to do in your shop. I talk about the #1 thing you should avoid as well as some other common mistakes sellers make. Sit back, grab a coffee and let's dive in!
It's a new seller news episode to keep you up to date on the most important news for Etsy sellers! In this episode, I talk about the Etsy seller app notes release, Etsy purchase protection, an in-depth holiday calendar, and everyone's favorite "Killin' It" segment! You don't want to miss this one!
Shipping internationally can lead to bigger sales but it can also open a can of worms for your business. Is it worth it? This is what I dive into in today's episode. I'll talk about the pros such as reaching a bigger audience, targeting your niche, more recognition, and more... I'll also cover the biggest cons such as shipping, returns, country rules, and more... Don't forget to snag my free Etsy SEO Revealed eBook with new updates including the latest Etsy SEO changes. Get it here: https://www....
Here's what's in this week's episode of Etsy Seller News: -USPS delays due to flooding -USPS removes offered service -Etsy messenger changes See more about these changes here: https://www.eseller365.com/etsy-new-messaging-system-tweaks-faq/ -Etsy 2022 Design Awards See all the award winners here: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story And.... A NEW, fan favorite Freaky Friday Segment! Here's the listings mentioned: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1038876227/accountability-banana-weird-gift?ga_or...
Today's episode is an epic battle to see which Etsy tool is the BEST. There are a lot of tools out there to help you with your Etsy shop, but in my opinion, there are only two top contenders. That is Alura and erank. However, there are some significant differences between each. I am going to cover the similarities and differences so you can decide what's the best tool for you to use. Get your free trial of Alura here and see what all the fuss is about! https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY...
I'm back with a fresh episode of Etsy Seller News! In today's episode I go over the new Etsy Seller App and the main features, talk about some confusion with USPS reseller shipping discount program ending, and touch on a story about a missing body in a Fedex package! I also roll out a new segment, "Tool of the Week!" No not tool as in jerk of a person, but tool as in a cool and helpful resource you can use for your Etsy business. This week I talk about CraftKit. A really simple tool to use to gr...
It's a special Christmas in July episode! I know probably the last thing many of you want to think about right now is the holidays. It seems so far out... Well for sellers it's right around the corner. And to help ensure you have a successful sales season during the holidays, you must start preparing your Etsy shop now! This is so you can avoid overwhelm and stress during the holiday season when you have a million other things to worry about. With this episode, I want to give you 5 ways you can ...
I'm back with a new, July 14th edition of Etsy seller news! Here's what's covered in today's episode: Etsy removes 100 promotional listings New Pinterest updates: product tagging on pins video in product catalogs shop tab on business profiles New Etsy scam New NFT launch from SI exclusively on eBay. Will NFTs ever be allowed on Etsy? Freaky Friday Segment: Baby arm headband - 10 sales = $200 bucks https://www.etsy.com/listing/858731430/baby-arm-headband?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=...
Need more help with Etsy Ads? Snag this FREE Etsy ads cheatsheet: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyads Etsy ads are always a hot topic. Some say they work great, many more say they don't work, and some sellers are just afraid to try them. Ads aren't suitable for every seller, business, or niche. But they can work and give you a nice income boost for your business if you run them the RIGHT way. I want to give you 5 must-try Etsy Ad Tweaks in this episode to help you have more success with yo...
Etsy seller news is back! Today's episode is all about the USPS shipping rate increase starting July 10th, Etsy's new one-click buy options, returns and I feature one Etsy shop with over 8 million in sales!!! You don't want to miss this! Get the absolute BEST Etsy keyword & performance tool on the market. Click the link for a free trial: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY Check out today's Killin' It feature Etsy shop here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PlannerKate1
Money, money, money.... I can hear the old song by the O'Jays playing in my head...lol. Starting an Etsy business can be very exciting and fulfilling. It may be something that has been a goal for a long time. But more often than not the next struggle after opening is getting sales. It can be tough to deal with. It's all part of the journey everyone goes through. I want to help you move along on your journey a little faster and snag some extra money with your Etsy shop. This episode will give you...
