The Brandon Timothy Show (How to Build a Profitable Etsy Business)

Is Shopify or Etsy better for you? In this episode, I'll ask you a series of questions (and pros and cons) so you can decide which platform is best for beginners and new online sellers. I’ve had almost a decade of experience selling on both platforms so I understand the pros and cons of each. Let’s get into it! Join my FREE Etsy masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Open your Etsy shop with 40 FREE listings here: https://etsy.me/3d7evh7 My Top 100 Profitable Digital Product Ideas: Get your ebook now: https://bit.ly/46UuOYC Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy @00:00 Intro @00:40 Budget Considerations @01:52 Type of Products @02:45 Social Media Audience @03:51 Marketing Strategy @05:00 Technical Skills @06:04 Team Size @06:49 External Ads @08:13 Using Both Platforms

Here are the top 8 websites you need to know to sell on Etsy successfully. You'll learn additional Etsy shop beginner tools, tips and tricks too! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Free Product Research Tool (EverBee) https://bit.ly/3RxXjak Etsy Keywords 101 Blog: www.etsy.com/ca/seller-handbook/article/382774281517 High-Quality Mockups - Use "Brandon20" for 20% off www.rubenstomdesign.com Unlimited Designs for $1 (Creative Fabrica) https://bit.ly/3PpUVOU @00:00 Intro @00:48 Creative Fabrica @01:14 Creative Market @01:35 Ruben Stom Design @02:25 Unsplash @02:54 MidJourney @03:12 EverBee @04:01 ChatGPT @05:08 Canva @05:50 Bonus Site

This is Part Two of the Etsy Q&A session where I addressed questions from those who are planning to start their own Etsy shops. I also shared key tips and strategies for building a successful Etsy store, along with proven techniques for attracting customers, optimizing product listings, and boosting sales. Topics of Discussion: - How to launch your Etsy shop - How to find digital products that sell - How to drive traffic to get more sales - How to get your first 100 sales on Etsy Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Free Product Research Tool (EverBee) https://bit.ly/3RxXjak @00:00 Intro @00:41 Starting an Etsy Shop @02:11 Expanding an Existing Shop @02:56 Using Everbee and Organic Reach @03:10 Optimizing Keywords and Tags @05:20 Creative Fabrica and Platform Recommendations @05:51 Marketing Strategies on Etsy @09:22 Pricing Strategies @11:00 Using Etsy Ads @12:30 Outsourcing Digital Product Creation @12:54 Success Rate and Community Support @13:32 Traveling and Using VPNs for Etsy

In this episode, I addressed questions from those who are planning to start their own Etsy shops. I also shared key tips and strategies for building a successful Etsy store, along with proven techniques for attracting customers, optimizing product listings, and boosting sales. I believe you'll find this session incredibly helpful. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your existing shop, there's something here for everyone. Topics of Discussion: - How to launch your Etsy shop - How to find digital products that sell - How to drive traffic to get more sales - How to get your first 100 sales on Etsy Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy @00:00 Intro @00:38 Live Session Kickoff @01:23 Tags and SEO Strategies @01:57 Research Tools and Optimization @03:04 Managing Visitor Fluctuations @04:16 Trends vs. Timeless Products @05:44 Managing Multiple Shops @08:32 Common Etsy Shop Mistakes @09:39 Mockups and Listing Strategies @10:56 Advanced Keyword Strategies @13:23 Q&A and Community Engagement

20 actionable tips and tricks to set up your Etsy product listings correctly to get more traffic and sales! This is a must-listen for all new beginner Etsy sellers. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Free Product Research Tool (EverBee) https://bit.ly/3RxXjak @00:00 Intro @01:01 Tip 1 - Engaging Descriptions @01:27 Tip 2 - Competitive Analysis @01:49 Tip 3 - Keyword Research @02:29 Tip 4 - Pricing Strategy @03:11 Tip 5 - High-Quality Photos @04:33 Tip 6 - Optimize Titles @05:18 Tip 7 - Bonus Item @05:54 Tip 8 - SEO-Friendly Tags @06:11 Tip 9 - Variations and Customization @06:41 Tip 10 - Policy Review @06:56 Tip 11 - Preview Listings @07:12 Tip 12 - Mobile Optimization @07:35 Tip 13 - Upsells and Cross-Sells @08:16 Tip 14 - Promotions and Coupons @09:07 Tip 15 - Social Proof @09:23 Tip 16 - Brand Consistency @09:50 Tip 17 - Upload File Preparation @10:18 Tip 18 - Video Listings @10:49 Tip 19 - Customer Engagement @11:31 Tip 20 - Final Checks

I’ll show you how to find out and identify Etsy scams to ensure you have a safe and secure Etsy shop. New sellers are falling for these tricks and hacks but it's easily preventable! Etsy article: https://www.etsy.com/seller-handbook/article/1087958808206 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. My Top 100 Profitable Digital Product Ideas: Get your ebook now: https://bit.ly/46UuOYC The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide: Learn how to rank on 1st page of Etsy: https://bit.ly/4af6qDN  Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar  Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy @00:00 Intro @01:43 Identifying Scam Messages @04:35 Securing Your Etsy Account @06:50 Outsourcing and Account Access @07:24 Maintaining Accurate Financial Information @07:48 Conclusion

Learn how to stand out and make sales in a saturated Etsy marketplace. If you are a new beginner Etsy seller, these 5 tips will help you get more traffic and increase sales. Subscribe to learn more about how to sell digital products on Etsy and make money online. Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Etsy Keyword Research Tool (eRank) https://bit.ly/3K48fYS @00:00 Intro @01:00 Tip1: Being Different @02:05 Tip2: Unique Perspective @03:34 Tip3: Becoming a Specialist @05:11 Tip4: Mastering Etsy SEO @06:57 Tip5: Avoiding Saturated Markets @08:38 External Marketing

Join me as I dive into an inspiring conversation with Aaron, a new Etsy seller who found success selling digital products online. He shares his journey as a beginner Etsy seller, essential tips, strategies, market research, and challenges, and explains how to navigate the competitive marketplace and scale your Etsy shop.  I hope you find this episode inspiring and realize it’s never too late to start your journey! Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Free Product Research Tool (EverBee) https://bit.ly/3RxXjak @00:00 Intro @01:01 Early Success and Growth @03:50 Revenue and Business Growth @05:06 Digital Freedom Academy and Future Plans @06:57 Advice for New Sellers @15:45 Is Etsy Saturated? @16:59 Conclusion

I'm ranking the top 20 Etsy shop tips and tricks, explaining which are the least effective and most important hacks you need to know as a beginner Etsy seller. Remember, every single one of these tips is important. However, with so many different strategies and tactics available, knowing where to direct your energy and focus first is crucial. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy My 100 Profitable Digital Product Ideas (2024 Edition): Get your eBook now: https://bit.ly/46UuOYC The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide: Learn how to rank on 1st page of Etsy: https://bit.ly/4af6qDN Free Product Research Tool (EverBee) https://bit.ly/3RxXjak Etsy Keyword Research Tool (eRank) https://bit.ly/3K48fYS @00:00 Intro @01:05 Setting the Ranking Criteria @01:13 Relevant Keywords  @01:38 High-Quality Product Photos  @01:58 Good Customer Service  @02:23 Announcement Updates  @02:58 Bundled Product Offers  @03:25 Etsy Ads  @03:56 Using All 13 Tags  @04:18 Market Research  @04:48 Social Media Marketing  @05:16 Star Seller Badge  @05:31 Listing Videos  @06:15 Branding  @06:37 Compelling Descriptions  @06:53 Shop Reviews  @07:05 Mobile Optimization  @07:45 Update Shop Policies  @08:01 Etsy Shop Analytics  @08:32 Post Listings Regularly @09:13 Shop Name SEO  @09:56 Importance of Desirable Products @10:34 Key Takeaways and Closing

How to avoid getting suspended on Etsy as a new seller. The last thing you want is to invest countless hours in your shop only to be suspended or banned. In this episode, I’ll explain reasons why an Etsy shop gets suspended or banned. What happens when Etsy suspends your account and how to avoid getting suspended. Make sure to stick around because this may be the most important episode you will listen to ensure you have a successful Etsy shop. Let’s get into it! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide: Learn how to rank on 1st page of Etsy: https://bit.ly/4af6qDN Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy @00:00 Intro @01:36 Common Reasons for Etsy Shop Suspension @04:29 Tips to Avoid Suspension @07:23 How to Get Your Account Back if Suspended

Complete Etsy SEO tutorial where I show you how Etsy SEO works, how to show up on Etsy search and how the search analytics work on Etsy. I’ll also provide different SEO actionable tips and hacks you can apply to your shop right now. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide: Learn how to rank on 1st page of Etsy: https://bit.ly/4af6qDN Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Etsy Keyword Research Tool (eRank) https://bit.ly/3K48fYS @01:11 What is Etsy SEO? @02:06 Understanding Etsy SEO Phases @03:11 Factors Influencing Etsy Search Ranking @04:04 Etsy Search Ranking Factors Explained @07:38 Actionable Tips for Optimization @10:50 The Star Seller Badge and Its Impact

I'll share with you my personal Etsy seller tips and strategies that made me become a full-time Etsy seller and how you can get started selling on Etsy and make money online. I'll address the most common questions I received from my community. I believe these beginner tips and tricks will help guide you in your Etsy seller journey! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Etsy Keyword Research Tool (eRank) https://bit.ly/3K48fYS @00:56 Tips for Starting an Etsy Shop @02:15 Costs and Marketing Strategies @04:23 Niche Selection and Specialization @06:38 Maintaining an Etsy Shop @08:43 Promotion Strategies and Platform Comparison @11:29 Sustainability and Growth

I’m answering the 10 most popular questions I receive about selling digital products on Etsy. As we step into 2024, I'm going to break down everything you need to know as a beginner, share tips and tricks to start your own Etsy shop.  Starting an Etsy shop is really exciting, but sometimes it can be confusing if you don't know where to start, and I'll be addressing some of the most common questions that you may have when you're starting this Etsy seller's journey, so let's start with the essentials! If you enjoyed this podcast, please subscribe to learn more about how to sell on Etsy and make money online. Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy Open your Etsy shop with 40 FREE listings: https://etsy.me/3Jtpgf0 Free Product Research Tool (EverBee) https://bit.ly/3RxXjak @00:44 Starting an Etsy Shop on a Budget @02:08 Choosing a Niche with Competition @04:08 Time to Create Digital Products @05:37 Trouble Setting up Billing Information @06:36 Listing Virtual Products on Etsy @07:27 Opening an Etsy Shop Without a Credit Card @08:05 Outsourcing the Design Process @09:12 Setting up Multiple Shops @10:31 Creating Digital Mockups for Etsy @11:42 Managing Multiple Etsy Accounts

A beginner Etsy seller is making $100/day (profit) in just 2 months of opening up her digital product Etsy shop! She is one of my students in the Digital Freedom Academy and she has found the secret to launching a successful Etsy shop. Ready to craft your own success story on Etsy? Click the link below to learn how you can do the same. Join now: https://www.brandontimothy.com/academy @01:09 Initial Sales and Mindset Shift @01:19 Strategies for Rapid Growth @03:08 Etsy Ads and Organic Growth @03:24 Sales Patterns and Expectations @04:05 Unexpected Success @04:34 Notification Sounds and Motivation @05:57 Valuable Tips for New Sellers @08:55 Motivation and Milestones

Hey friends, I’m Brandon, a full-time Etsy seller and coach. I teach people how to successfully sell digital products on Etsy. Expect regular updates on market trends, firsthand experiences, and tips to avoid common pitfalls in the world of Etsy selling.  Enjoy this channel trailer and get a glimpse of what's in store. Let's connect and grow together on this exciting journey! Don't forget to hit follow to never miss an episode.  Chapters @00:00 Introduction @00:23 Journey to Etsy Success @00:40 Topics Covered @00:59 Learning from Experience Resources: Everything You Need to Start & Scale Your Etsy Shop (step-by-step roadmap) Join now: https://bit.ly/digital-freedom-academy My 100 Profitable Digital Product Ideas (2024 Edition): Get your eBook now: https://bit.ly/46UuOYC The Ultimate Etsy SEO Guide: Learn how to rank on 1st page of Etsy:https://bit.ly/4af6qDN Discover the Proven 4-Phase Etsy Freedom Framework: Join my FREE masterclass: https://bit.ly/bt-free-webinar