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Author: LL Divens Etsy Entrepreneur Success Coach & Seller

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I help other people start, build, and grow their handmade and Etsy businesses so that they can make extra money pursuing their passion. I am a real seller that makes their entire living off Etsy and my handmade business. I teach others how to do the same.
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Etsy sellers everywhere are freaking out about traffic tanking — but it’s not what you think. I dig into what’s really going on behind the scenes with Etsy traffic right now and how to turn it around fast. I’ll walk you through why recent title changes may have backfired, what Etsy actually said about algorithm updates, and how external factors like buyer behavior and the economy are impacting your sales.   You’ll also learn how to prepare your shop for the upcoming holiday rush — including the best ways to boost visibility, refresh underperforming listings, and create consistent sales momentum. I’ll share actionable tactics like when to shorten your titles, how to structure your weekly listing schedule, and how to leverage both Etsy’s algorithm and external platforms like Pinterest and YouTube to bring in evergreen traffic.   Whether you’re struggling with a sudden drop in traffic or want to maximize November and December sales, this breakdown gives you everything you need to regain momentum and finish the year strong.   #EtsyTips #EtsySEO #EtsyTraffic #EtsySellers #EtsyShopGrowth   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   00:00 What’s Happening With Etsy Traffic 00:01 Why Sellers Are Seeing Sales Drops 00:03 The Title Update Panic 00:04 Why Changing Performing Listings Hurts 00:05 What Etsy Actually Said About Titles 00:07 Real Reason Etsy Traffic Is Down 00:09 How Amazon, eBay, and Etsy Compare 00:10 External Economic Factors Explained 00:12 How To Prepare For The Holiday Surge 00:13 Cyber Week Sale Strategy 00:14 Launching Holiday Products Early 00:15 Listing Consistency & New Product Strategy 00:16 Fixing Underperforming Listings 00:17 Running Promos & Creating Urgency 00:18 Bringing In Your Own Traffic 00:19 Social Media vs Search Engines 00:21 How To Build Evergreen Traffic 00:22 Staying Focused On What You Can Control 00:23 Etsy VIP Program & Final Motivation
Ever wish you could show your Etsy products in action without ever touching a camera? 🎥 In this video, I walk you through how I’m using HeyGen and 11 Labs to create AI-powered product placement videos that look professional, boost your shop’s visibility, and save hours of production time.   Here’s what I cover step-by-step: • How to generate realistic product videos using HeyGen’s avatar templates • How to upload your own products and create dynamic, engaging clips • Using 11 Labs to clone your voice for personal, authentic narration • The cost breakdown and how to keep it budget-friendly • How to automate this entire process using n8n workflows so videos post to YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram automatically • Real examples of AI product videos in action (including funny demos) • Ways to repurpose your blog posts or product descriptions into short, viral videos • How Etsy sellers can use this strategy to drive traffic, engagement, and sales — even if you hate being on camera   This tutorial is a game-changer if you’re trying to scale your Etsy shop or online business without hiring editors or buying expensive equipment.   #EtsyTips #HeyGen #EtsyMarketing #AIforEtsy #EtsySellerGrowth   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   00:00 Intro: Create Product Videos Without a Camera 00:14 What Is HeyGen and Why It’s Perfect for Etsy Sellers 00:31 Example of a Product Placement Video 00:54 How to Upload Your Own Product 01:17 Using AI Avatars and Custom Scripts 01:36 Adding Your Own Voice with 11 Labs 02:04 Cost Breakdown and Pricing Options 02:35 Automating Video Creation with n8n 03:07 Turning Blog Posts into AI Video Scripts 03:40 Example of Automated AI Workflow in Action 04:09 How to Repurpose Videos for Social Media 04:26 Benefits for Etsy Sellers Who Hate Being on Camera 04:44 Expanding Into SEO and Blog Video Content 05:01 Using AI to Educate, Sell, and Build Trust 05:15 Etsy Games VIP Program and Coaching Invite
Here’s your YouTube package—description, chapters, and irresistible titles—built from the transcript.   I explain Etsy’s new 20-photo listings update and show exactly when to use all 20, what to avoid, and how to turn photos into conversion boosters. I walk through smart image ideas (variations, lifestyle, angles, packaging, size/scale, process, care, ordering, deadlines, reviews, problem–solution, friendly policies) and then show how photo SEO and alt text strengthen ranking and AI visibility—without being forced to hit 20 every time.   What you’ll learn: • When 20 photos help (and when they don’t) • The 12+ photo types that increase trust and conversions • How to avoid fluff, duplicates, and spammy galleries • Packaging, size/scale, and lifestyle shots that answer buyer questions • Using reviews and problem–solution images as social proof • Photo SEO basics: natural, keyword-rich alt text that builds relevance • Where to add alt text in Etsy and how to write it the right way • A fast action plan for new and existing listings   Hashtags: #EtsySEO #EtsySeller #ProductPhotography #EtsyTips #EcommerceMarketing #AltText   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   0:00 Etsy’s New 20 Photo Update Explained (What It Means for Sellers) 0:42 When to Use All 20 Etsy Photos (And When You Shouldn’t) 2:09 Top Etsy Listing Photo Ideas to Boost Clicks and Sales 3:02 How to Showcase Variations in Etsy Listing Photos 3:22 Etsy Photo Tips: Showing Your Product in Use 4:05 How to Create a 360° Etsy Product Photo View 4:49 Etsy Packaging Photo Ideas That Impress Buyers 5:45 Size & Scale Photos for Etsy Listings That Convert 6:26 Show Your Etsy Product Process (Build Buyer Trust) 7:27 Etsy Photo Ideas: Care & Maintenance Instructions 8:07 Etsy Custom Order Instruction Photo Example 8:57 Add Holiday Shipping Deadlines to Etsy Photos (Smart Hack) 9:53 Use Reviews & Social Proof in Etsy Listing Photos 10:45 Problem–Solution Etsy Photo Strategy That Sells 11:10 Friendly Policy Reminder Photos for Etsy Listings 12:00 Etsy Photo SEO Tips (What You Need to Know) 13:32 How to Write Alt Text on Etsy Photos for Better Ranking
Etsy just partnered with OpenAI — and this changes everything. I’ll show you exactly how this integration works, how Etsy listings are now appearing directly in ChatGPT searches, and what you can do to make sure your products are the ones that show up.   We’ll break down how ChatGPT product discovery is reshaping SEO, what “bottom of the funnel” really means for Etsy listings, and how to write titles, tags, and descriptions that ChatGPT actually understands. You’ll see examples of real searches like “motivational shirt” vs. “XL gray lion shirt for the gym” — and how that difference determines who gets the sale.   Then I’ll walk you through my proven Etsy ChatGPT SEO Guide — including optimized title and tag strategies, long-tail keyword examples, and a plug-and-play description template built to dominate AI-powered search.   By the end, you’ll know how to: ✅ Get your Etsy listings shown directly in ChatGPT results ✅ Write bottom-of-funnel listings that convert buyers faster ✅ Structure your descriptions for AI visibility and real-world sales ✅ Use attributes and tags the right way for better exposure   #EtsySEO #ChatGPTforBusiness #EtsyTips #EcommerceMarketing #AISEO   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw
Here’s how I turn Pinterest into an Etsy sales engine—fast. I start with the big mindset shifts (Pinterest is a visual search engine, not social), then show how to get discovered with the right keywords, “savable” pins, and simple videos. I cover the Etsy mistakes that quietly kill reach (pinning straight from Etsy, weak links, seasonal timing), why claiming a domain boosts distribution, and what to post (process clips, styled shots, comparisons). I wrap with a practical cadence you can maintain, when to consider Tailwind, and how to prep for holiday spikes without burning out.   What you’ll learn • Strategy that still works in 2025 (and what changed since 2020) • Pinterest vs. Etsy SEO (and how to pick keywords that rank) • “Saves-first” content that converts later • Exactly what to post: product shots, behind-the-scenes, quick demos, lifestyle, short video • Claiming your site, linking the right URL, naming boards to index faster • Seasonal timing (start in August for Q4), organic before ads, sustainable posting cadence   #Etsy #PinterestMarketing #EtsySEO #EcommerceTips #SmallBusiness #PinterestTips     Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw
I share the exact roadmap I use to hit 100+ Etsy sales fast. You’ll learn the mindset shifts to survive the “valley of despair,” how to validate demand (inside and outside Etsy), what barriers to entry mean for your niche, and the simple ways to make your listings irresistible. I also cover building product lines that feed the algorithm, a weekly listing cadence that compounds traffic, how to “follow the breadcrumbs” in your stats, and when to pour fuel on the fire with promos, coupons, and ads (without burning cash).   What you’ll get: • Mindset map of the entrepreneur journey (and how to push through lows) • Demand research on Etsy + external tools (including a quick URL tweak trick) • Barrier-to-entry decisions for POD vs. higher-skill niches • Differentiation playbook: photos, video, SEO, bonuses, value adds • Product-line strategy to scale winners (and train the algorithm) • Consistent listing schedule that keeps your shop analyzed and surfaced • Data loops: read your stats, double down on what works • Marketing stack: sales, coupons, recover carts/favorites, and when to run ads   #EtsyTips #EtsySEO #EtsySeller #SmallBusiness #PrintOnDemand #Ecommerce     Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw
I’m sharing how my Etsy shop hit over 1.5 million views and what that really meant for sales, traffic, and revenue. I’ll show you the exact numbers behind my shop and the framework I used so you can apply it to yours.   Here’s what I cover step-by-step:  • Traffic & Revenue Numbers – 1.5M views, 828K visits, 19K orders, $550K earned  • Conversion Rate Secrets – how to calculate yours and why it matters  • Revenue Per Order – the overlooked metric that makes or breaks profitability  • Views vs. Visits Explained – and why visits matter more than views  • The 5 Etsy Growth Pillars – niche, product lines, consistency, testing, and scaling winners  • How to Scale Fast – doubling down on what already works instead of chasing new shiny objects   If you’ve been struggling to grow traffic or make consistent sales on Etsy, this breakdown will give you clarity and a proven framework to follow.   #EtsyTips #EtsySeller #EtsySEO #OnlineBusiness   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw
I reveal a 4-step Etsy traffic playbook that can double, triple, or even quadruple your shop visits if applied consistently. I share how I’ve built multiple six-figure shops and break down exactly how you can use these strategies to get the algorithm on your side.   Here’s what you’ll learn:  • How to lock in your niche and build product lines the algorithm trusts  • Why curated shop sections are the secret to more targeted traffic  • How to multiply visibility with 10–20 listings in a product line  • The power of targeting main keywords across titles, descriptions, tags, and alt text  • A live example of a candle shop dominating their niche  • A hidden SEO review tip that gives your shop extra ranking juice   If you’re tired of random results and want a consistent traffic machine, this step-by-step strategy is for you. #EtsyTips #EtsySEO #EtsySuccess   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw     0:00 5 Minute Etsy SEO Fix to Double Your Traffic 1:09 Step 1: Find Your Etsy Niche and Product Lines 2:51 Step 2: Create Shop Sections That Boost Etsy SEO 3:56 Step 3: Add Multiple Etsy Listings for More Traffic 5:06 Step 4: Use Keywords That Rank Etsy Listings Fast 7:30 Real Etsy Shop Example Using This SEO Strategy 8:59 Etsy Games VIP Program for Seller Growth 10:02 Secret Etsy SEO Pro Tip to Explode Traffic
Here’s my daily 10-minute Etsy SEO routine to climb search results fast and turn views into sales. I walk through exactly how I pick underperforming listings, when to duplicate vs. edit, how I find demand-backed keywords, and the exact description structure that feeds Etsy’s algorithm (and AI Overviews). I also show what great photos/video look like, how to write alt text that actually helps, and the “special sauce” value add-ons that make your listing beat competitors—without racing to the bottom on price.   What you’ll learn (quick skim): • Strategy overview: how winners use small, consistent daily actions • Existing listings: identify >6-month low-traffic products to fix first • Age rule: when to duplicate + delete vs. refresh in place • Keyword research: demand checks (Allora/E-rank/EverBee), long-tails first in titles & full tag coverage • Descriptions that rank: keyword-rich opener, benefits, specs, internal links, CTA (with a plug-and-play prompt) • Images & video: click-worthy cover, clear angles, fast product demo, proper alt text • Value bombs: bonuses with dollar value, social proof, positioning, and premium pricing strategies   Perfect for: Etsy sellers who want a repeatable, fast routine to earn more impressions, clicks, and conversions—without guesswork.   #EtsySEO #EtsySeller #EtsyTips #SellOnEtsy #SEO     Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw  
I’m diving into Etsy’s latest title change recommendations—and why they’re causing chaos for sellers. If you’ve been tempted to shorten your titles or follow Etsy’s new guidelines, watch this first. I explain exactly how changing titles can reset your listings, tank your traffic, and crush your sales.   Here’s what I cover: • Why Etsy’s advice on shorter titles is misleading and risky • How the algorithm uses listing history and customer behavior to rank products • The real danger of changing titles on best-selling listings • When (and how) you can test shorter titles on new or underperforming listings • Why keyword research tools like Alura, eRank, and EverBee are more reliable than Etsy’s AI tool • A smarter way to protect your traffic, test safely, and avoid wrecking your shop • The importance of using proven keywords with real search traffic • How to approach Etsy’s updates strategically without tanking your sales   This is a must-watch if you want to protect your shop and avoid costly mistakes.   #EtsyTips #EtsySEO #EtsySeller     Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch The Full Video Series (Can I start a new shop and make sales in 30 days or less?!)👇 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLR-GbCVvZ074WFcpBaczvE6q4ZkUdUaus
I’m diving into a head-to-head breakdown of Etsy vs Go Imagine to help you decide where to sell your handmade products. If you’ve ever felt frustrated with Etsy’s rising fees, constant changes, or tricky ad system, you’ve probably wondered if Go Imagine is a better alternative.   Here’s what I cover step by step:  • Who can actually sell on Go Imagine and the restrictions you need to know.  • The true listing fees and transaction fees for both platforms (with examples).  • Payment processing costs and the hidden differences between Etsy and Go Imagine.  • The truth about advertising fees, including Etsy’s controversial off-site ads.  • A real profit comparison example for a $25 item + shipping.  • The massive traffic gap between Etsy and Go Imagine (numbers that might shock you).  • The biggest reason why Etsy still dominates—and when Go Imagine might make sense.  • My final verdict on whether switching to Go Imagine is worth it.   By the end, you’ll know exactly what fees you’re really paying, what traffic you can expect, and whether Go Imagine is a smart move for your shop.   #Etsy #GoImagine #EtsySellerTips #HandmadeBusiness   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   0:00 GoImagine vs Etsy Fees & Traffic Explained 0:58 GoImagine vs Etsy Listing Fees Breakdown 2:06 Etsy vs GoImagine Transaction Fees Comparison 3:11 Payment Processing Fees on Etsy vs GoImagine 3:48 Etsy Offsite Ads vs GoImagine Advertising Costs 5:49 Real Profit Example: $25 Item Fee Breakdown 8:19 Etsy Traffic vs GoImagine Traffic (Shocking Gap) 12:28 Etsy Games VIP Program for Sellers
I’m sharing some tough news about how new tariffs are hitting small businesses and Etsy sellers harder than ever. I’ll walk you through what’s changing, why international shipping is suddenly a nightmare, and what options you actually have to keep selling.   Here’s the breakdown:  • Why tariffs are crushing small businesses and Etsy sellers  • What changed with the “de minimis” rule and why shipments under $800 are no longer exempt  • Which countries have stopped shipping to the U.S. and why  • Why Etsy disabled shipping labels and how DDP (Deliver Duty Paid) works  • The alternatives like DHL and UPS that can still handle these orders  • What small businesses can do right now to protect profits and adapt  • Why writing to Congress might be the only real solution   Hashtags: #EtsySeller #SmallBusinessTips #Tariffs #Ecommerce     Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw
Etsy just dropped a massive change to their ads platform — and it’s going to affect every seller running Etsy Ads. I walk you through exactly what’s different, how the new “ad strategy buckets” work, and why this could be a big problem if you’re not careful.   Here’s what I cover step by step:  • The new $25/day minimum to access Etsy’s ad strategy options  • What each of the three strategies actually means for your shop  • Why the “balanced” strategy is your default if you spend less than $25  • The risk of increasing orders vs. increasing return on ad spend  • The hidden cost sellers don’t realize with these changes  • Whether or not you should even be running ads right now  • Why organic sales are more important than ever before  • How to avoid losing hundreds of dollars testing the wrong strategy   This change is still in beta, but it could completely shift how sellers approach Etsy Ads. Before you touch your ad budget, watch this breakdown to avoid costly mistakes.   #EtsySellerTips #EtsyAds #EtsyMarketing   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw     00:00 Etsy’s big ads change revealed 00:26 The new $25/day minimum requirement 00:45 Three ad strategies explained 01:49 Why sellers lost control of ads 02:48 Should you even run Etsy ads? 03:17 The danger of ramping up budgets 03:45 Why organic sales come first 03:47 Final thoughts and safer strategies
Etsy just rolled out some sneaky new changes, and I’m walking you through everything you need to know so you don’t get caught off guard. Some updates are frustrating, others are actually useful, and a few could impact your sales if you’re not paying attention.   Here’s what I cover:  • Why Etsy removed the shop owner name and profile picture from your storefront  • How the new “shop age” display can hurt or help your credibility  • The changes to reviews and why the new star system feels off  • Why moving the announcement section might cost you sales and what to do about it  • A new product grouping feature that could increase your shop’s visibility  • Etsy Plus updates that let you customize your shop’s look (but with limits)  • More detailed review options that give buyers new ways to rate your shop  • How to adapt to these changes and keep your sales growing   #EtsyTips #EtsySeller #EtsySEO #EtsyUpdates       Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw
In this video, I’m showing you my exact 5-step strategy to grow your Etsy printables shop faster than 99% of other sellers. These are the same steps I used to generate over $500,000 in sales, and I’ve taught them to hundreds of students to get faster growth without burning out.   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   Here’s what I cover:   ➤ Why most Etsy shops fail I kick things off with two painful truths that hold people back from success and why consistency is everything.   ➤ Step-by-step printable shop strategy I walk you through the real cheat code to Etsy success—how to find your winning products fast using the 80/20 rule, how to build product lines that multiply exposure, and how to leverage the algorithm in your favor.   ➤ Real examples of product lines that scale From bachelor party printables to teacher rewards, I give you concrete examples of how to turn your niche into traffic and sales machines—fast.   ➤ How to find your top sellers (and make more of them) You’ll learn how to read your shop data and identify what’s taking off so you can double down instead of guessing.   ➤ How to squeeze every drop from your winning listings I show you how to create bundles, color variations, spinoffs, and even repurpose top designs into new products that drive more sales—without starting from scratch.   ➤ Critical do’s and don’ts that could kill your shop I share the biggest mistakes sellers make that tank traffic—like deleting underperforming listings or posting random products—and how to avoid them.   ➤ Bonus invite to get personal help growing If you want more help, I also share how you can join my Etsy VIP program, where I give you niche-specific SEO support, trend ideas, and community coaching calls.   This is the Etsy printables strategy video I wish I had when I was starting out.     #EtsyPrintables #EtsyTips #DigitalProducts #EtsyShopGrowth
I break down Etsy’s latest update that directly affects your ability to get more sales—fast. 🚨 If you haven’t seen the changes to your marketing tab yet, you’re missing out on new offer tools that can help convert more abandoned carts, favorites, and first-time buyers into paying customers.   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: – Etsy’s updated offer system and how to set it up – Why the abandoned cart offer is your biggest conversion weapon – How to use time-limited offers to create urgency and boost action – Tips to tweak and rotate discounts for maximum results – A hidden limitation with favorite item offers (this might surprise you) – Why this is essentially free email marketing, and how to take full advantage of it – BONUS: Tips on bundling and bulk order strategies from the same dashboard – Learn how Etsy Games VIP can help you grow even faster with coaching, SEO help, and exclusive tools   Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned Etsy seller, these updates are a must-know if you want to scale your shop faster than ever.   #EtsyTips #EtsyMarketing #EtsySEO #HandmadeBusiness #etsysuccess 
I break down Etsy’s strange but telling Q2 2025 earnings report — and what it really means for sellers like you. We’ll walk through why revenue went up even though sales and profits went down, what GMS means (explained simply), and how Etsy is quietly squeezing more money out of every transaction. I’ll also show you what’s happening behind the scenes with AI rollouts, app improvements, stock movements, and how sellers can stay smart during all this change. Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   Here’s what you’ll learn: • Why Etsy’s revenue is up but profits are tanking • What GMS is (in plain English) • Why sellers are paying more even when they sell less • How Etsy’s take rate increase is affecting your earnings • The rise of Depop and how it’s saving Etsy’s numbers • Where Etsy is heading with AI and the mobile app • What this all means for YOUR shop moving forward Stick around for actionable insights and my honest take on whether it’s time to panic or just pivot. #EtsySeller #EtsyTips #EtsyNews
Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 🎉https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about 💻Try Alura For Free Here: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY 📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook- Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business. Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess 🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide- A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground. Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart    If your Etsy shop feels stuck—low traffic, no sales, or painfully slow growth—this episode is exactly what you need. I’m breaking down the exact 5-step framework I used to grow one of my shops to over $550,000 in revenue, and how you can apply these same strategies today to finally see momentum.   Here’s what we cover:   The two painful truths holding most Etsy sellers back How to apply the 80/20 rule to identify and scale your top-performing listings faster Why niching down is the fastest way to grow (and how to pick the right one) The process for building product lines that actually feed Etsy’s algorithm How to track, find, and leverage winning listings to boost your traffic and sales What most sellers get wrong when they finally find a winning product My personal tips to stay consistent, test effectively, and avoid algorithm confusion     Plus, I’ll share how to shortcut your success even further with access to my private VIP community, where I personally help you optimize your Etsy shop, SEO, listings, and product strategy.   Whether you’re brand new or trying to turn things around, this episode gives you a proven plan you can implement today for real Etsy growth.   🎯 Keywords: how to grow an etsy shop fast, etsy seo strategy for beginners, why my etsy shop isn’t getting sales, etsy product listing tips 2025, best etsy niche 2025, consistent etsy sales tips, what to post on etsy weekly, how to find winning etsy products, top mistakes etsy sellers make, etsy success roadmap, etsy shop not getting views, how to increase etsy traffic   🔗 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and check the show notes for links to tools and resources that can help you grow.
In this video, I break down exactly how Etsy’s new AI-powered search is going to change the way your listings show up — and how to get ahead of it right now. If you don’t adjust your SEO strategy to work with this smart search system, you risk getting buried by competitors who do. Still Stuck on Etsy?🤬 You’re probably wasting time on what doesn’t work. Steal my $540K Etsy framework, get live support & see how to shortcut your success. 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about 💻Try Alura For Free Here: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY 📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook- Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business. Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess 🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide- A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground. Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business Here’s what I cover: • What Etsy AI Search is and why it matters • A full walkthrough of my AI Search Framework • How to write AI-optimized titles, tags, and descriptions • The secret power of product photos in AI search • How your customer reviews can impact your SEO • Why filling in every listing field gives you a traffic boost • A breakdown of the “Talkie” method for optimizing your listings • Real examples and a peek into my Etsy Games VIP community If you’re serious about making more Etsy sales and staying ahead of the curve, this video is for you. #EtsySEO #AIMarketing #EtsyTips #EtsySellerHelp 
Still Stuck on Etsy? You’re probably wasting time on what doesn’t work. Steal my $540K Etsy framework, get live support & see how to shortcut your success. 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about 💻Try Alura For Free Here: https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY 📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook- Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business. Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess 🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide- A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground. Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart    Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode: • Why the first 90 days of your Etsy journey are make-or-break • The #1 thing most Etsy sellers skip (and how it costs them traffic) • How to define a clear niche and product line that Etsy’s algorithm loves • A real example using the “dog leash” niche to explain sub-niche planning • How to build listings strategically to find your winning products • Why random product testing actually hurts your visibility • The proven 50-listing plan to feed the algorithm and trigger momentum • How to use your listing data to scale what’s working and cut what’s not
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Samantha Malvey

Really enjoyed this episode. Agree with the fact that your first Etsy shop / business will fail, and also to push past the instant gratification habit of thinking. thank you!

Mar 8th
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Samantha Malvey

Where did you see that Etsy is doing $10 off $35+? I can't find that anywhere!

Nov 9th
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Filipa Antunes

Full of good tips!!

Nov 20th
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Kristyn Jones

As a graphic designer, I don't recommend purchasing a $5 logo from anywhere

Sep 26th
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