You won't believe what this Etsy seller tells this Etsy buyer in this episode of seller news!  I also talk about recent changes in laws that impact eBay sellers which could eventually carry over to Etsy.  All that and more in this can't miss episode of Seller News!

What the heck do you do with your Etsy shop when you're going to be away for vacation or for any reason?  This is a common worry for many Etsy sellers.  Well, stop fretting because I have a full proof plan for you today.  This is everything you need to know and do before going on vacation.  

The allure of Etsy ads is hard to avoid. Etsy ads are a really great way to lose money and get turned upside down in your business, often before you ever get started.   

Today I want to give you 5 tips to help you find success with etsy ads and not lose a bunch of money  

Don't forget to download the free Etsy Ads Cheatsheet! This is an awesome checklist to help you get started with successful etsy ads: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyads

Oh, snap it's another Seller News Episode! This episode is full of recent changes going on with Etsy and other platforms you may use such as eBay. And I also talk about some craziness that happened with Amazon. Don't miss it!

Here's an overview of what's covered:

Why usps launched QR-like barcodes

https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/01/30/why-the-usps-launched-qr-codes-on-shipping-labels/

Etsy doubles down on one size fits all returns policy

https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/01/30/etsy-doubles-down-on-one-size-fits-all-returns-policy/

Etsy Partners with UK Carrier to Ease International Shipping Woes

https://www.ecommercebytes.com/2023/01/25/etsy-partners-with-uk-carrier-to-ease-international-shipping-woes/

Big ebay changes

https://www.ebay.com/sellercenter/resources/seller-updates/2023-winter

Photos are important. Once a buyer finds you in search, which is half the battle, the next test is convincing them to purchase with your photos.   

This usually comes down to the quality and representation of your item.   

Today I want to give you 5 photo hacks that will help you be victorious in your battle for more etsy customers.

Get your free Etsy Photography Guide Download Here

Today I'll take you along for another behind the scenes episode where I work on some Etsy orders and answer some questions I've been getting on the YouTube channel.  Come hang out and maybe learn a thing or two :-)

You have your niche, your idea, and maybe even your Etsy shop opened… So exciting... But then you go to put up a listing and are like crap what do I sell this thing for?  What’s the right price?

That’s what I want to talk about today so I can help you with this deceivingly complicated decision.

As we roll into the new year I want to give you something to help you set up your goals and action items to get to your goals this year!  This is the missing piece you need!  Get your free Goal Setting Guide Here

There are 3 factors to consider when it comes to pricing:

• What are your costs?
• What’s your profit margin? 
• What’s the market/competition doing?

PRO TIP:  This exercise should be done early in your journey to ensure your niche has enough PM to be sustainable.  Shoot for at least a 30% PM or more.

Where to start:

• Find your costs

Next:

• Use this method to give you an idea of a starting price:
  • Costs x 2 =...

TGIF!  It's time for some Etsy Seller News!

Today's episode is a whirlwind!  

I talk about a company that was just bought out and continues to dump a ton of resources into its platform.  It just may be gunning for Etsy...

I also go over two controversial topics.  I have to tell you I don't particularly like controversy but I felt this was stuff you should know about.  Don't kill the messenger.  

How do you determine what to sell?  Do you have a strategy to help you find and create products for your niche that will be successful? 

Today I want to throw you a lifeline and give you the 3 step process I use to find products to sell in my niche that will have the BEST chances of success. 

Step 1:  There are 3 types of products you should be focusing on.  They are new (to your shop), seasonal/holiday, or similar.  Decide what type of product you want to sell or at least have a few keywords in mind or subject matter in mind.  Preferably have at least 3 ideas. 

Step 2:  Do product/keyword research.  Use the Etsy search bar or Alura.  Alura will give you valuable sold stats and more information than the search bar.  

Step 3:  Pick the idea that is performing the best according to sales/search volume.  Create the product and get it listed.  Doing these steps will give you the BEST chance that your new...

This fresh edition of Etsy Seller News will not disappoint!

I bring you all the big 2023 Etsy trends that you can capitalize on this year to hopefully get a nice boost in sales.  I give you some important holiday dates you can use for sales or product creation.  

I also talk about a brand new handmade marketplace you may want to check out and talk about package delivering drones... Yes, you heard that right.

All that and more!