How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy

Are you struggling to get Etsy sales and you're not sure why? Don't worry! That's totally normal and we can get to the bottom of it quickly! Today we're going over 8 things to check in your shop to make sure you're set up for success. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: **3 Week Contest to win a FREE 30-minute one-on-one Etsy coaching session on zoom with me! Rate the podcast and write a review before 2/10 to enter the drawing! I will draw two winners from the bunch and they'll each get a free 30-minute coaching session. Tune in on 2/17 to find out if you won.*** Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ My viral TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/TTPdrUJmD6/ Last week's podcast: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/passive-income-on-etsy ANASTASIA'S INFO: Anastasia's eCourse for Digital Products on Etsy--> Passive Potential: https://bit.ly/34s90ZG free webinar: https://bit.ly/33eatCh tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anastasiastemplates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiastemplates/ Lizzie's FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass How to set up your FAQ section: https://seller-tools.com/community/p/165/faq-for-your-etsy-shop#:~:text=To%20add%20an%20FAQ%20just,%22Frequently%20asked%20questions%22%20section. Canva.com for creating easy graphics: https://partner.canva.com/c/2545784/647168/10068 Send a written testimonial for my website to enter the drawing: LizzieSmiley@yahoo.com --------------------------------------------- FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/more-etsy-sales ----- Today's Sponsor is my FREE Etsy Masterclass! My "How to Kick-Start Your Etsy Shop" Free Masterclass will give you massive insights that will make your Etsy challenges feel like an old memory! I'm teaching you 2 myths that will hold you back if you buy in, 2 huge mistakes that most new sellers make, and 3 skills to master to become successful on Etsy. You can grab it today--- it's available on demand at www.HowtoSellYourStuff.com/masterclass *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

If you've been wondering how to create a steady passive income on Etsy, this episode is for you! I'm here with Anastasia Gentry of Anastasia's Templates—and she is sharing her insights on building a digital product Etsy shop so you can make money on autopilot. She also happens to have 35k followers on TikTok—so you better believe we'll be picking her brain about using TikTok to sell on Etsy. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Anastasia's eCourse for Digital Products on Etsy--> Passive Potential: https://bit.ly/34s90ZG free webinar: https://bit.ly/33eatCh tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anastasiastemplates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anastasiastemplates/ --------------------------------------------- Lizzie's Resources: FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/passive-income-on-etsy ----- Today's Sponsor is "Perfecting Pinterest" by Sophia Lee. An ecourse that will show you exactly how to use Pinterest to get a ton more views on your Etsy listings: Perfecting Pinterest: https://bysophialee.teachable.com/courses/perfecting-pinterest?affcode=699001_4rutj5q9 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

We're heading full force in 2022 and I want to help you get a head start on marketplace trends for the new year! Today we're talking all about the Etsy trends we can expect to see in 2022. Can you incorporate any of these into your shop? **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Forbes Intro to Cryptocurrency: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/what-is-cryptocurrency/ Podcast Episode 15: How to Prepare for you Etsy Shop Launch (COACHING SESSION with JULIA) https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-your-etsy-shop-launch Finpowerment: https://business.pinterest.com/en-gb/pinterest-predicts/2022/finpowerment/ Lagom Swedish Philosophy: https://www.countryandtownhouse.co.uk/interiors/lagom/ Buy Nothing Movement: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/22/realestate/buy-nothing-facebook-group.html Etsy's article on 2022 trends: https://blog.etsy.com/news/2021/etsy-reveals-top-2022-trends-and-a-look-back-at-2021/ Newer article from Etsy: Early Insights! https://www.etsy.com/seller-handbook/article/marketplace-insights-early-2022-trends/1060546536815 The Home Edit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehomeedit/ MORE RESOURCES: https://www.forbes.com/sites/catherineerdly/2021/12/28/four-trends-that-will-shape-retail-in-2022/?sh=6e0b3735519a https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanpearson/2021/12/03/whats-on-trend-for-retail-in-2022-here-are-5-predictions/?sh=33cb52bb63cb https://www.forbes.com/sites/catherineerdly/2021/12/29/what-will-customers-be-buying-in-2022-e-commerce-experts-reveal-product-trends/?sh=33027b775332 https://business.pinterest.com/en-gb/pinterest-predicts/ --------------------------------------------- FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/2022-etsy-trends ----- Today's Sponsor is "Canva.com." Get started with this amazing design platform using my link: https://partner.canva.com/c/2545784/647168/10068 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Entrepreneurs are not born, they are made. It's 95% about your mindset. Here are the business books that helped me develop myself into someone who could grow and maintain and full-time Etsy shop. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: The Slight Edge: https://amzn.to/3IOj1Aa Fear is Not the Boss of You: https://amzn.to/3ytfjqF Boundaries: https://amzn.to/3EYuQRR Everything is Figureoutable: https://amzn.to/30pThbU How to Win Friends and Influence People: https://amzn.to/3dRIk66 Eat that Frog: https://amzn.to/3pWrV5X Keep Your Love On: https://amzn.to/3dTb6TK Soundtracks: https://amzn.to/3GHLKVf Destined to Win: https://amzn.to/3pV5Jco --------------------------------------------- FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: ----- Today's Sponsor is my website "HowtoSellYourStuff.com" where I offer free and paid resources to help new Etsy sellers reach their goals faster. Listings that Sell: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Do you have a product to sell but you're not sure if you should use Etsy or Shopify for your store? Today we're talking about all the pros and cons of both platforms. Listen in to hear the strategy that I recommend for brand new makers. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Etsy Fees: https://help.etsy.com/hc/en-us/articles/360035902374-Etsy-Fee-Basics?segment=selling Shopify Fees: https://www.shopify.com/pricing Podcast Episode #3: Will using Etsy's vacation mode hurt my shop? https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/podcast-episode-3-will-using-etsy-s-vacation-mode-hurt-my-shop LISTINGS THAT SELL eCOURSE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF --------------------------------------------- FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/etsy-vs-shopify ----- Today's Sponsor is "Perfecting Pinterest" by Sophia Lee. An ecourse that will show you exactly how to use Pinterest to get a ton more views on your Etsy listings: Perfecting Pinterest: https://bysophialee.teachable.com/courses/perfecting-pinterest?affcode=699001_4rutj5q9 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

Looking for Etsy shop ideas? If you're not sure what products to sell on Etsy or curious about the NOT handmade side of Etsy—this episode is for you! Today I am sharing 8 different product ideas that you don't have to make with your hands! Tune in for lots of product inspiration. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff Email me at LizzieSmiley@Yahoo.com Podcast Episode #3: Will using Etsy's vacation mode hurt my shop? https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/podcast-episode-3-will-using-etsy-s-vacation-mode-hurt-my-shop Canva: https://partner.canva.com/c/2545784/647168/10068 Printful: www.printful.com ShineOn: https://shineon.com/ ShineOn TikTok Inspiration: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM87B19Gt/ --------------------------------------------- FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/8-things-you-can-sell-on-etsy-that-arent-handmade ----- Today's Sponsor is "Daily Harvest" Get $25 off your first order when you use my link: https://bit.ly/2W06aaC

Holiday season is in full swing and we're approaching that final stretch of sales. Whether you're overwhelmed with orders or wondering why you don't have any--- I've got tips for you today in this Etsy shop holiday survival guide! **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: FREE Etsy Masterclass: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass *You can get the discounted ($77) rate for my ecourse "Listings that Sell" via the FREE Masterclass Etsy and Small Business Consulting Packages: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/store Podcast Episode #3: Will using Etsy's vacation mode hurt my shop? https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/podcast-episode-3-will-using-etsy-s-vacation-mode-hurt-my-shop Printful: www.printful.com ShineOn: https://shineon.com/ Etsy's Seller House Rules: https://www.etsy.com/legal/sellers/#selling Box Set (cards for gift messages): https://amzn.to/3oi62i0 Box Set (holiday cards for gift messages): https://amzn.to/3DfgA5z *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure --------------------------------------------- FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/etsy-shop-holiday-survival-guide ----- Today's Sponsor is my website: www.HowtoSellYourStuff.com

Today we're telling stories from the 5 worst days in our Etsy shop and what we learned from them. This episode was so much fun to record together! Visit the shownotes for timestamps to each story AND a picture of GOOSE! :) (from story #5) **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com --------------------------------------------- FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass FREE PDF DOWNLOAD: "4 Strategies I Used to Grow My Etsy Shop from $25 to $6000k/month": https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/site/4-strategies-opt-in Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/5-worst-days-on-etsy ----- Today's Sponsor is "Restoring Relationships." Hear our story and begin your own healing journey at www.MyRRJourney.com

Today you get to listen in to a coaching session with my friend Julia who is getting ready to launch an Etsy shop selling wood carved gifts and ornaments! Find out what it's like to have me as a coach and gain lots of insights to common questions that beginners ask! **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com ------------------------ TIMESTAMPS: I want to create an Etsy shop for my product but I'm nervous! Where should I start? 3:09 Selling local and via my own website vs selling on Etsy 7:05 Should I expect my products to all sell out super fast? 7:40 How important is my photography? Is it ok to launch without awesome pictures? 10:05 What about inventory? Is it OK to make each product to order? What does my turn-around time need to be? 14:06 How should I price my products? 18:48 How does shipping work? It seems so expensive! 24:40 How should I brand my shop and products? 33:33 Where should I promote my products outside of Etsy? 35:30 More on photography—does each mock-up base picture need to be different? 40:10 STUFF I MENTIONED: USPS Schedule a pickup: https://tools.usps.com/schedule-pickup-steps.htm **Free Masterclass: How to Kick-Start Your Etsy Shop: How to Kick-Start Your Etsy Shop --------------------------------------------- Looking for more resources? Here's my free guide that will show you the "4 Strategies I used to grow my Etsy shop from $25 to $6000+/month" FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: How to Kick-Start Your Etsy Shop: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: Listings that Sell: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/how-to-prepare-for-your-etsy-shop-launch ----- Today's Sponsor is ME! As you personal Etsy Coach. Since 2012 I have been working with business owners of all different walks of life and helping them figure out how to grow their business, develop themselves, work through fears and challenges, launch a new idea, or create a fresh vision for their life. Whether you need coaching for your Etsy shop or a completely different business project, I'm here to partner with you for breakthrough and brainstorm brilliant strategies with you. My experience in everything from corporate America to network marketing, to consulting, web design, blogging, Etsy, shopify, social media management and now course creation and podcasting has given me quite the breadth of knowledge to help my fellow Entrepreneur—and I would be totally delighted to work with you. You can book a coaching session over at https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/eoWdJzJ7 or email me at LizzieSmiley@yahoo.com to find out if we'd be a good fit! I can't wait to meet you and hear what you're dreaming about!

Have you worked your butt off perfecting your Etsy shop and products but you're not making any sales yet? It's ok—I've been there too! Today I'm sharing some of the top mistakes new sellers make that prevent sales in their shop. You're just a couple of tweaks away from breakthrough, I promise! **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com --------------------------------------------- STUFF I MENTIONED: My TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@howtosellyourstuff?lang=en My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ Podcast Episode 5: Why Customer Service is Massively Connected to Your Success as an Etsy Seller Blog post: Etsy Photography Tips: Are your photos selling or repelling potential customers? Free PDF download: "4 Strategies I used to grow my Etsy shop from $25 to $6000+/month" Podcast Episode 8: How to Use Pinterest to Sell on Etsy Perfecting Pinterest eCourse: https://bysophialee.teachable.com/courses/perfecting-pinterest?affcode=699001_4rutj5q9 **Free Masterclass: How to Kick-Start Your Etsy Shop: How to Kick-Start Your Etsy Shop --------------------------------------------- Looking for more resources? Here's my free guide that will show you the "4 Strategies I used to grow my Etsy shop from $25 to $6000+/month" FREE ETSY MASTERCLASS: How to Kick-Start Your Etsy Shop: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/masterclass Grab my eCourse "Listings that Sell" and learn how to skyrocket your Etsy business: Listings that Sell: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/Xo52uqVF ----- HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/howtosellyourstuff/ HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/podcast-episode-14-5-reasons-etsy-shops-don-t-make-money ----- Today's Sponsor is "Perfecting Pinterest" by Sophia Lee. An ecourse that will show you exactly how to use Pinterest to get a ton more views on your Etsy listings: Perfecting Pinterest: https://bysophialee.teachable.com/courses/perfecting-pinterest?affcode=699001_4rutj5q9