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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 help your case if your shop gets closed because you're selling a restricted item. Black Friday is coming... FAST! I want you to have an awesome Black Friday with tons of sales! Download my Black Friday Playbook today. It'll help you run a launch a successful Black Friday promotion. Get it here

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 cover today: Chicken Daddy Calender: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1275479620/chicken-daddies-wall-calendar-2023-the?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=funny&ref=sr_gallery-1-26&frs=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1 Wine Vessel & Cover From 1050 BC: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1217715390/usd-600000-a-rare-bronze-ritual-wine?ga_order=price_desc&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=funny&ref=sr_gallery-1-7&frs=1&cns=1&organic_search_click=1 The MOST Hilarious Coffee Mug You've Ever Seen: https://www.etsy.com/listing/225308515/funny-mug-secret-message-mug-coffee-mug?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=funny&ref=sr_gallery-3-45&etp=1&organic_search_click=1

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 Etsy sales and beyond? Then you need to download my free new guide. How To Get Your First 100 Etsy Sales

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 "Etsy Updates feed" notifies shoppers of updates to sellers with whom they've interacted (through either favoriting one of their items or by following their shop). Etsy wrote: "While the Updates feed isn't a new feature, we've spent the last year making improvements to make it easier for buyers to get notified about your shop and encourage them to revisit your items and make a purchase. In fact, we've seen that the Updates feature can help bring buyers back to shop from you again!" In order to appear in the feed, sellers can do one of several things: * Run a sale * Send a coupon * Add new items * Restock items Visitors to Etsy can view their Updates feed by clicking on the bell icon in the navigation bar – if there are new notifications, it will display a number next to the icon to draw attention to it Bad buyers? eBay is implementing a predictive approach to help find and eliminate bad buyers. eBay will also use third-party vendors to identify shoppers who are engaging in bad buying behavior on platforms outside of eBay. Bednowitz described three types of "bad buyer" behavior: 1) The buyer files a false SNAD claim (the buyer files a not-as-described claim when in fact it's a remorse return). 2) The buyer returns a used or damaged item. 3) The buyer returns an empty box or a different item. Will Etsy do something similar down the road? I hope so... Killin' It: This shop has 145k sales, which equates to 2.85 million in sales! https://www.etsy.com/shop/EcoEngrave

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.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess

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_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=weird&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&etp=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1 https://www.etsy.com/listing/1178347378/the-pet-nugget-gift-for-him-gift-for?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=cool+gift&ref=sr_gallery-1-29&pop=1&organic_search_click=1 https://www.etsy.com/listing/852708648/wrench-bracelet-men-14k-gold-bracelet?ga_order=price_desc&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=cool+gift&ref=sr_gallery-1-39&pro=1&frs=1&organic_search_click=1 Don't miss this!

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 grow your email list, get more sales, and add a layer of customer service for your buyers. You can try out CraftKit here: https://craftkit.app/handmadeandbeyond Don't miss this episode that packed full of useful info just for you!

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 start preparing your Etsy shop for the holiday season. Here is a link to get a free trial of Alura as I mentioned in today's episode. This tool is a must-have for serious Etsy sellers! https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY

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=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=funny+odd&ref=sr_gallery-1-21&frs=1&organic_search_click=1 Wings soap - 416 sales = $3,120 in revenue! https://www.etsy.com/listing/824374627/bbq-chicken-wings-soap-set-of-4-wings?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=cool+stuff&ref=sr_gallery-2-31&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1 Chevy engine block table $1,850 - 45 sales https://www.etsy.com/listing/221556641/engine-block-table-chevy-chevrolet-sbc?ga_order=price_desc&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=cool+stuff&ref=sr_gallery-1-3&frs=1&organic_search_click=1

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 your ads. You don't want to miss this one!

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 5 easy ways to do just that. Don't forget to get my FREE Etsy SEO Revealed eBook and level up your SEO game. Get more traffic and sales with this easy to follow eBook download. Snag your copy here: www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess

I'm back with an all new Friday episode for you! Etsy Seller News will bring you everything you need to know with recent updates, changes, and relevant information for sellers. Oh, and of course, I'm going to have a little fun with some special segments included in the episode as well. Check out the all new Seller News episode now!

Everyone has advice, especially when it comes to Etsy. But that doesn't mean it's "good" advice. If you're following the wrong advice, that can lean to big mistakes in your business that will hinder your progress and slow you down. I know you don't want that, right? That's why in this episode I am going to give you 5 of the WORST things I've heard when it comes to Etsy advice so you don't make these mistakes. I want to sort this out for you! Do you want some great advice when it comes to Etsy listings? Snag my Etsy Listing Success Checklist for FREE here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsylistingchecklist

I know you want to hear the cha-chings, but what happens when it's crickets instead? This will inevitably happen, even for shops that traditionally perform well. Does it mean the world is ending? NO! It just means that you have to dig your heels in and put in a little work to get a boost in your shop. I have a strategy just for you that you can follow when sales seem to be drying up and want to share that with you today. Like I mentioned in the video, Alura is a fantastic tool to help you get tracking and make improvements in your Etsy shop. You can get your free trial here: www.handmadeandbeyond.com/alura

More Etsy changes are here! ALL online platforms are constantly changing and will always be changing. It's important to keep this in mind when selling because if you don't like change, you won't like selling online! I'm a glass half full kinda guy and I like to give Etsy the benefit of the doubt with changes. I do believe that they try to do what's best for buyers and sellers, not because they are the Mother Teresa of companies, but because it impacts their bottom line if people are unhappy. This also doesn't mean that they won't get it wrong from time to time and have to fix it. With all that being said, this episode covers the newest changes so you know how they'll impact your business. Like this podcast? Don't forget to leave a review! I read them all and really appreciate your support.

I get asked a bunch if POD shops can actually make money on Etsy... My answer is yes and no. Just like any business, there is no guarantee. Some shops make a lot of money and some make no money. Much of a POD shop's success comes down to the owner. There are a lot of variables that helps to promote success or failure. Today I want to break down some pros and cons of starting a POD business so you can decide if this model is right for you. After that, much of your success will come from how you set up and run your POD business. I do believe anyone can run a successful POD business, but it won't come easy or fast. Etsy sellers know how important reviews are to their success. I want to help you get more 5 Star reviews with my easy-to-follow review formula. Get it here: www.handmadeandbeyond.com/reviewformula

I get a lot of questions about sellers wanting to start their own domain outside of Etsy. Now, with so many options this is fairly easy to do, but how do you know which option is best for you? Two of the most common options with Etsy sellers are Pattern and Shopify. I have personally used both and figured it'd be good to break them both down for you and give you the pros and cons of each. This episode is an epic battle of Pattern VS. Shopify! Hey did you know we're almost halfway through the year? Where are you at with your goals? Do you have goals? No worries I've got you covered. Get my goal setting worksheet that will help you set and reach your goals! This may seem easy, but there's a reason most people don't reach their goals. Let me help you change that with this free worksheet. Get the goal setting worksheet here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/goals

Etsy search has changed to include listing descriptions. This is an important SEO change. Here's what's covered in this podcast: Do's and Don'ts: -DO try to incorporate relevant keywords in the first few sentences of your listings. -DON'T copy your title verbatim into your description. -DON'T just list keywords you want to rank for. -DO write sentences talking about your product that naturally incorporate relevant, important keywords. -Do write for humans not robots. -Do continue to include additional, relevant information about your products for your buyers such as specs, washing instructions, ordering instructions, etc. Just add that after your first few sentences describing your product. You can use bulk editing tools such as Vela to speed things up. I'll include the link in the show notes. You can bulk edit in Etsy but it doesn't allow you to put your listings in a list form and edit each one quickly as Vela does. It's more for mass edits of the same information which is the opposite of what you want to do. Get Vela Here: https://app.getvela.com

So I am moving…. Into an RV! And no I haven't gone crazy, at least I don't think so lol. Today I want to talk about how I am going to manage my Etsy business from an RV & give you the 5 strategies to help me do it. What's cool is that these tips can be applied to everyone who's running a business. That's why I want to share them with you. Do you need help determining if Etsy ads are right for you or how to run them? Snag my free Etsy ads cheatsheet. This is a pretty cool guide I put together to give you some pros, cons, tips, and best practices when it comes to ads. Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyads

Have you ever looked at your shop from a buyer's perspective and tried to understand their journey & why they buy? A lot of sellers decide to buy or not buy based on what they see in your shop. And some of what they see is nothing more than visual marketing which has the sole purpose of getting more buyers. Today's episode is all about taking advantage of Etsy's visual marketing features & badges so YOU can get more sales. Need help getting more reviews? Snag my Etsy Review Formula here for free: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/reviewformula

Do you have unused Etsy real estate? Real estate market is hot! It's the craziest it will probably ever be in our lifetime. When it comes to selling online there is also IMPORTANT real estate to consider. Taking advantage of the space Etsy gives you to win over customers is a key part of success on the platform. Today I am going to give you 5 Etsy real estate areas to focus on so you can get more customers. Need additional help with Etsy SEO? This is the BIGGEST hurdle Etsy sellers face. I have a free eBook to help guide you through the SEO jungle and give you all the tips and best practices you need! Get it here: www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess

Creativity is clearly very important as a handmade seller. It's pretty much the DNA that holds everything together. But it's common to find yourself in a creativity rut from time to time. Sometimes it's hard to come up with new ideas or stay motivated to create new products. That's normal and something we have to learn to push past. In today's episode, I want to give you 5 tips that I've used over the years to help get me out of the dreaded creativity rut. If you're a new Etsy seller make sure you snag my Free Etsy Quickstart Guide. It'll give you all the tips and best practices so you can start your business off on the right foot. You can download the guide here: www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart

I know you want to grow your Etsy business sooner than later. Making more money in your business just makes things easier. I get it. I'm always working to grow and improve my business as well. Well, today I'm bringing you not 1, not 3, but 25 of my best tips to grow your business in 2022! There's tons of gold nuggets in this episode that you don't want to miss! Up your Etsy SEO game with my free ebook. Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess

Believe it or not all products sold solve some type of problem although it may not be quite clear what the problem is. Granted some problems are very small and others are very big. Nonetheless, understanding what problems your products solve and the solutions it brings to the table allows you to market to your customers better. Knowing the problems and solutions helps position your products better to customers, convince them YOUR product is best for them, and reassure them they're making the right decision. In return, you'll make more sales and have happier customers. In today's episode, I talk about how to identify what problems your products solve and give you my 3 step problem solving process. As I mentioned in this episode, I want to give you my free customer avatar guide. A simple questionnaire checklist to help you better identify your avatar which will help you bring a product to market that solves their problems in the future and better understand how your current products do that as well. https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/avatar

Reviews are super important to an Etsy shop's success. They help build trust with future customers but also help with SEO. The Etsy algorithm sends more traffic to shops that have a 5 star review average. Why? Well, 5 star review shops have highly satisfied customers which are good for that shop and good for Etsy. The more buyers are pleased, the higher chance they'll return and buy from Etsy again. But it's tough getting reviews, especially early on which can be frustrating knowing how important they are. Today, I want to go over 3 ways you can get customers to leave more reviews which in return, will help your shop grow. Also, I want to give you my free 5 star review formula. It's a downloadable guide that will help you get more amazing reviews! Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/reviewformula

Many sellers ignore their shop sections! Sure they're not as important as your actual listings, but shop sections still add value for your customers. Not only that, it helps with the all mighty Etsy SEO (search engine optimization), which dictates traffic/sales. Today I am going to give you 5 tips to help you with your shop sections so you can optimize your shop. Don't forget to download the free Etsy Shop Section Checklist PDF that compliments what I talk about in this episode. I break down EVERY shop section and give you tips & best practices for each in this checklist. Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/sectionchecklist

Today's episode is about the not so popular elephant in the room, Etsy's fee increase... I get it, higher fees take money out of small business owner's pockets. The first reaction is often a negative one. Since I'm a glass half full person, I want to give you some perspective about this fee increase and also give you 5 ways you can mitigate the increase. I talk about the free Etsy fee calculator in this episode which is awesome! You can snag it here

Isn't this the question of all questions? Most Etsy sellers at one time or another have wondered if ads were a good way to add revenue to their business... The real answer is it depends and there are a lot of variables at play. But I can tell you that there are some best practices to follow in order to at least have a chance at running profitable ads. In today's episode, I dive into some success tips, pros, and cons of running Etsy ads for your business. Don't forget to download the free Etsy Ads Cheatsheet that goes along with this episode. It has even more success tips and best practices to help you with Etsy ads. Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyads

Everyone is searching for the elusive golden goose in today's age of limitless opportunity. We chase shiny objects, we chase influencers, we chase squirrels... lol. The sad reality is most of that doesn't lead us anywhere. When in fact what most business owners should be chasing is the OLD tried and true way of increasing sales, which is email marketing. In today's episode, I talk about 3 reasons why email marketing is still king and why you should implement it in your business. 1.) You can't do anything without email. Anything you sign up for requires it. All those shiny new objects require it. Anytime something new comes along ppl say email is dead but it's not going anywhere. You will always need an email which is why you should have it as part of your marketing plan. 2.) Email still converts 3 times better than any other platform. That's 3 times as many reasons to get on board. Sure it isn't magic and you have to learn the skills of email marketing just like anything else. But it's like riding a bike. It can be easily learned if you're willing. 3.) When you build an email list it is yours. Facebook doesn't decide who to show your post to. You don't have to worry about getting shut down and losing your audience like on a social media platform. Your audience (as long as they stay opted in) will be with you and that's powerful. If you want to learn the steps to getting started with email marketing and some recommended platforms to use download my free checklist below: Get it here: handmadeandbeyond.com/emailmarketing

Many new and even veteran Etsy sellers talk about the dreaded Etsy shop suspension.. duh duh duh... I know it's scary. But if you know the #1 reason shops get suspended and how to make sure you don't fall into this category you shouldn't be scared. Today's episode talks about how to avoid getting your shop suspended so you can live a carefree and happy Etsy life. Are you a new seller who needs more tips on how to avoid problems early on? Download my free Etsy quickstart guide! Click below to snag your copy. https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart

I know you probably have income goals in your business. Maybe you want to make a few extra hundred dollars each month. Maybe you dream BIG and want to hit that $100k mark. When I started I never dreamed that would be possible. But then over time, I started to think it was possible and that became my ultimate goal. Looking back at my early days and the years it took for me to get to consecutive six figure years, I realized there were 13 main steps I took to get me there. And that's what I want to share with you today. It's my hope that you DREAM BIG and one day reach that $100k mark in your business! Need more help with your Etsy SEO? Not sure what to do to improve or how to get more traffic and sales? Well, then you need my free Etsy SEO Revealed ebook! Download it via the link below: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess

Maybe you're not getting the traction you want on Etsy or maybe you just want to boost your revenue. Either way, you may have thought about dabbling in some new sales channels. In today's episode, I go over 5 sales channels that could be beneficial for you to try. I also talk about the main pros and cons of each. Are you a newer Etsy seller and are struggling to get the results you need with your Etsy shop? Try my FREE Etsy Listing Checklist. Get all the best practices you need to find success with your listings faster. Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsylistingchecklist

Usually in your business saying yes and taking tons of action will get you to the next level. However, this episode is all about saying no to the extra junk that may come your way during your business journey. This may be spam messages, third party tools, new products outside of your niche, or any other of the many shiny objects out there fighting for your attention. This episode will help you decide which new opportunities are best for you and how to be strategic about those you choose. Do you need help with sorting through the "junk" and focusing more on your Etsy goals for 2022? Check out my new goal setting guide here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/goals

What the heck is a customer avatar and why is it important? You're in luck. I talk about this and more in this episode. Knowing your ideal customer can help you market better, align your brand better, get more sales, and give customers more of what they want. All of this can give you more out of your business so you can worry less. Of course, I have a handy free guide that goes with this episode and will help you find YOUR ideal customer avatar. You can get your copy for free here: www.handmadeandbeyond.com/avatar

Welcome to episode 100! Wow, it's hard to believe. Thanks for all the support, kind words, and encouragement along the way. I appreciate my listeners and if I can impact your business or life in just a small way then it's worth it. This time of year is all about goals… Which honestly makes me cringe. Why? Most people never meet or come close to hitting their goals because there is so much emphasis on having and setting goals but very little on actually how to do it so you can reach that goal. Today I want to talk about 3 steps you can take to actually achieve your goals this year. What's even better is I'm going to give you a "goal setting worksheet" for free to help you with this as well. It will break down a lot of what I talk about in this episode to help you set goals and give you some real examples. Go to www.handmadeandbeyond.com/goals to get it.

The dreaded lost package... If you're in the e-commerce game long enough this will inevitably happen to you. The post office will lose a package. Luckily, for me it doesn't happen that often. But when it does and depending on how you handle it, you could have a customer service nightmare on your hands. Today I want to talk about how I handle lost package issues so it could help you if it happens.

It's safe to say I've been in the Etsy "game" for quite a while now. 8 years to be exact... In that time I've learned a bunch. Mostly from many mistakes.. lol. When looking back at all I have done and learned over the years it got me thinking about what I would do now if I started a brand new Etsy business? What are the main things I would focus on to ensure I had the best chance of success? Well instead of keeping all this to myself I'm going to share these things in today's episode so hopefully you can learn and benefit! That's always the goal of these podcasts. As I mentioned in today's episode, here is the link to try Alura. The BEST tool to research Etsy niche demand and so many other great features to help you improve your Etsy biz: Try Alura Here Just started or getting ready to start your Etsy business? Start off on the right foot with my free Etsy Quickstart Guide! Get It Here

If you've started an Etsy business of course your main focus is making sales. This is the best way to gauge success. Sales equal winning. However, winning is usually a lot harder than most sellers realize. It may lead you to believe your products aren't good enough or Etsy doesn't work. What it really comes down to is a combination of factors that you can control and if done correctly can increase your chances of winning. In today's episode, I want to give you some tips to "win" more often on Etsy. Get the FREE Etsy Listing Success Checklist below and start creating winning Etsy listings today! https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsylistingchecklist

Apps today have so many features. With all the bells and whistles it can be easy to miss some. Etsy is no different. There are tons of features with new ones coming out all the time. Today I want to point out 3 Etsy features that maybe you don't know about but should. These could help your business in several different ways. I dive in and talk about Alt Text, Search Analytics, and Explore in today's episode.

New sellers often consider what they're going to sell, their shop name, their branding, etc. But it's common for them to miss other supplies, equipment, and materials that will be necessary to run their business effectively and efficiently. Let's dive in and talk about this laundry list of goodies that will help you run your Etsy business better!

In today's episode, I go over some of the most important key terms related to your business and their meaning. I'll be talking about: 1 - Visits 2 - Views 3 - Conversion % 4 - Clicks 5 - ROAS 6 - YOY 7 - Traffic 8 - Revenue 9 - Profit 10 - SEO Are you new or just opened an Etsy shop? Get my free PDF download Etsy Quickstart Guide. The perfect guide for those looking to start or who just started an Etsy shop to ensure they're set up for success. Get it here www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart

Are Etsy ads a magic lever to automatically increase your revenue? I'd say no. When deciding to run Etsy ads you should make sure to have your shop in order and a good understanding of Etsy best practices before starting an ad campaign. Not doing this could actually hurt your shop rather than help it. In today's episode, I talk about this and more to help you decide when it's a good time to advertise. Need help with Etsy SEO? Get my free Etsy SEO Revealed eBook here: www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess

It's no secret that I love Alura. They have a truckload of really cool features to help you with your Etsy business. They have SEO tools, shop analyzer tools, follow-up tools, and much more. In today's episode, I am going to touch on 3 of my favorite tools that Alura has and how I use them for my own business. Click on the link below to check out Alura and all its amazing features to help your Etsy biz. This tool is the real deal! https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY

Happy Friday! I wanted to do an episode on adding text to your product photos because I've been getting this question a lot. It seems there's a lot of confusion on whether you should do this or not and if doing it will hurt your business. Let's dive in and talk about it!

Most of your customers will be first-time buyers from your shop and may even be first-time Etsy buyers as well. With all those new buyers, it's vital to make and leave a great first impression. That's why I want to help you by giving you 5 great ways to level up your customer's first-time buying experience. These are easy to do, but often get overlooked by sellers. Repeat buyers are an important way to grow your business year after year. Let's dive in! I mentioned Alura in the podcast to help you bulk send messages. This is just one of their fantastic tools to help your Etsy business. Get Alura through this link: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY ***Get my newest Black Friday Playbook FREE PDF Download! Everything I talk about in this podcast and more is in this playbook. You're going to love it! Get it here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/blackfriday