The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs Forget Dropshipping. This Side Hustle Is 10x Easier (and Smarter) ⏐ Ep. #210
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Aug 18, 2025 
Cody Schneider, an entrepreneur specializing in Etsy and print-on-demand businesses, shares innovative strategies to launch a fully automated online store using AI-generated graphics. He reveals how to identify winning products through data and scale thousands of listings without design hassle. The discussion also highlights the concept of a merch automation agency for creators, detailing methods for reaching out, crafting unique designs, and managing fulfillment—all aimed at maximizing profit with minimal investment. Perfect for aspiring online business owners!
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Scale Designs With Simple AI Vectors
- Use AI to generate vector-style print-on-demand graphics so you can scale designs quickly.
- Keep graphics simple (black & white vectors) to reduce generation errors and speed production.
Start With Data-Driven Product Research
- Research Etsy best-sellers with a tool like Everbee before creating listings.
- Copy keyword-optimized titles and descriptions from winners to tap into proven demand.
Avoid Trademarked Phrases
- Avoid using trademarked phrases or exact popular slogans in listings to prevent takedowns.
- Favor generic imagery and unique phrasing to keep shops safe and scalable.