In this episode, I chat with Melissa Robbins, founder and owner of The Lot Co. They discuss strategies for starting and scaling a product-based business including pricing for profitability, balancing direct-to-consumer and wholesale channels, and effective marketing tactics beyond social media. Melissa shares her extensive experience from running a children's wear brand to consulting for various product businesses. Whether you're navigating traffic generation, improving conversion rates, or exploring new sales strategies, this episode offers actionable insights for growing your business sustainably.In this episode, we discuss:[01:19] Melissa Robbins' Background and Experience[04:06] Working with Family in Business[06:25] Strategies for Growing a Profitable Business[10:14] Direct to Consumer vs. Wholesale[11:58] Getting Started with Wholesale[15:49] Marketing and Driving Traffic[25:22] Improving Conversion RatesConnect with Melissa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelotco About Melissa Robbins: Melissa Robbins from the LotCo has over 25 years experience as a retailer, brand owner and mentor. With experience in all areas of the industry she works as a business coach with retailers, wholesalers, fashion labels and brands on strategies to help increase their sales, market their business and build a strong foundation. Offering strategies, tips, and business advice for those in the creative industry.Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

The 6 SECRET Etsy Features Every Top Seller Uses...In this episode, I break down the Etsy settings that will blow up your shop. Be sure to listen until the end and let us know if you're going to use these features today!Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

This week, I sit down with Jen Morris, founder of Renegade Motherhood, a community connecting moms who are both running businesses and raising children. Jen shares her entrepreneurial journey, which spans nearly two decades, and discusses the importance of community, networking, and the integration of business with family life. She emphasizes the need for balance, time management, and self-care, offering practical advice for moms navigating the chaos of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Jen also talks about her initiatives, including live summits and the digital community, the Mother Mind Collective. In this episode, we discuss:[01:44] Jen's Journey: From Acting to Entrepreneurship[03:51] The Birth of Renegade Motherhood[06:21] Balancing Motherhood and Business[09:04] The Importance of Setting Boundaries[10:29] Time Management Strategies[12:08] The Role of Communication in Family and Business[15:32] Hiring Help: When and How[19:17] The Power of Community and Networking[19:49] Discovering Your Main Character Persona[20:03] Navigating Identity Crisis and Business Challenges[21:43] Embracing Public Speaking and Live Events[24:48] Preventing Burnout and Finding Joy[27:14] Balancing Work, Family, and Personal Time[33:37] Building and Expanding a Supportive CommunityConnect with Jen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjenmorrisAbout Jen Morris: Jen Morris is a mom of two, a community builder, an entrepreneur, a professional actor, and a public speaker. She has been birthing ideas and raising businesses for nearly two decades. She is the Founder of Renegade Motherhood™, a brand dedicated to amplifying, elevating, and connecting moms building businesses while raising the next generation. Through live networking events, workshops, and coaching, Renegade Motherhood helps moms in business blaze trails and thrive in their careers and motherhood. As the creator of The MotherMind Collective™, Jen leads a digital community that brings moms in business together from around the country for virtual networking, building genuine relationships, and fostering dynamic spaces for learning and growth.Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

Are you only getting sales on 1 Etsy listing? Does anyone in our program fail?In this episode, I answer all of your questions about selling on Etsy and beating out the competition. This is my collection of the best strategies for winning on Etsy in 2024!Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

In this episode, Dylan sits down with Gabe Cox, founder of Red Hot Mindset, to discuss the challenges of balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and goal-setting. They dive into strategies for scaling an Etsy business using corporate e-commerce principles and the importance of mindset in achieving business success. Gabe shares her journey, highlighting how she manages a full plate including homeschooling her three sons and maintaining a thriving coaching business. The conversation touches on effective marketing without relying on social media, time management, and setting purposeful goals. In this episode, we discuss:[01:37] Meet Gabe Cox: Background and Experience[02:56] Balancing Motherhood and Entrepreneurship[04:41] Setting Boundaries and Prioritizing Tasks[13:12] Goal Setting and Achieving Success[18:48] Marketing Without Social Media[22:41] Connecting and Collaborating with Other Business OwnersConnect with Gabe: Website: https://redhotmindset.com Craft Your Marketing Strategy without Social Media Mini Course: https://redhotmindset.com/marketing/ About Gabe Cox: Gabe is a goal planning and business strategist and the founder of Red Hot Mindset. She helps entrepreneurs personalize and take action on a game plan that works with their capacity in different seasons so that they don't have to sacrifice everything to hit their goals. She teaches how to market your business without relying on social media so that you can ditch the hustle culture for good.Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

What are the best Digital and POD products to sell on Etsy in 2024? Should you keep running on sales on your best listings?In this episode, I answer all of your questions about selling on Etsy and beating out the competition. This is my collection of the best strategies for winning on Etsy in 2024!⌚︎ Timestamps:[0:39] - Starting on Etsy[0:56] - Teen Girls Starting a Business[1:43] - etSEO[2:25] - Q4 Product Testing[3:13] - Optimize Listings[3:46] - Etsy Violations[4:34] - Overseas Sellers[4:57] - Testing Designs[5:35] - Thumbnail Images[6:19] - Etsy Shop Niche[7:35] - Free Shipping[8:15] - Best Sellers that are Bad[9:12] - My Biggest Month on Etsy[9:22] - Leaving Your Job for Etsy[11:20] - 100 Listings[11:30] - Etsy Shop Updates[12:00] - Hiring EmployeesWant to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

In this episode, attorney Nicole Swartz from Sprout Law shares her expertise on trademarks. Nicole provides a detailed exploration of the importance of trademarks for brand and product-based businesses, especially those selling on platforms like Etsy. The discussion covers how to handle cease and desist letters, what's permissible to include in product photos, and the intricacies of obtaining and protecting a trademark. Nicole also shares the personal journey of how she transitioned from running a skincare business to become a dedicated trademark attorney. She offers practical advice on when and how to trademark, the cost and time involved, and what steps to take if someone copies your design. Towards the end, she extends an invitation for a free 15-minute consultation to help business owners navigate their specific trademark needs. Tune in to gather valuable insights and protect your brand legally.In this episode, we discuss:[02:00] Nicole's Journey: From Skincare to Trademark Law[03:02] The Costly Mistake: Nicole’s Cease and Desist Experience[07:12] When to Trademark Your Brand[10:38] Trademarking Designs and Products[22:26] Legal Risks of Using Other Brands in Your Photos[24:04] How to Connect with Nicole SwartzConnect with Nicole: Website: www.sproutlaw.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/sproutlaw Watch the Trademark Webinar: https://www.sproutlaw.com/trademark-webinarAbout Nicole Swartz: Nicole Swartz is a trademark attorney who helps product businesses protect their brands from copycats. Her very first business was a product brand and she had to rebrand the entire thing in 30 days because she didn't have a trademark. Now she helps other brands avoid the same situation.Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

These are the 3 BEST Digital Product Tips for $25,000/MO...In this episode, I break down the biggest Etsy secrets to making a full time income from selling Digital Products online. These 3 tips will change the way you sell Digital Products on Etsy forever...Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Williams from Framed by Sarah to explore the world of subscription boxes. Sarah, an expert in the field with three businesses under her belt, shares invaluable insights on setting up subscription boxes, identifying the right time to start, and the profit potential they offer. She shares her journey from starting on Etsy to creating a thriving subscription box business with thousands of monthly subscribers. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including selecting products, pricing strategies, handling personalization, building customer relationships to reduce churn, and the importance of advertising budgets. Sarah emphasizes the unique advantages small business owners have in connecting with their customers and offers practical advice for those considering venturing into the subscription box arena.In this episode, we discuss:[01:37] Sarah Williams' Journey to Subscription Boxes[03:07] Launching and Growing a Subscription Box Business[04:43] Subscription Box Models and Personalization[10:41] Starting a Subscription Box Business from Scratch[11:55] Managing Churn and Building Customer Relationships[14:21] Live Shopping and Personal Branding[15:34] Building Connections with Subscribers[17:26] Handling Price Increases and Inflation[19:40] Optimizing Subscription Box Content[21:01] Understanding Margins and Ad Spend[24:45] Managing Time and Fulfillment[28:31] Planning and Visualizing Your Subscription BoxConnect with Sarah: Website: launchyourbox.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/howtostartasubbox/Want to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!

THIS is why you need a Laser Engraver for SELLING on Etsy...In this video, Roni breaks down her experience with her new xTool F1 Laser Engraver! Thanks to xTool for sponsoring this video!Roni's F1 Laser (Most Compact & Versatile Option): https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-f1?ref=yilpjavu&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencerD1 Pro 10W (Our Recommended Most Entry Level Affordable Option): https://www.xtool.com/products/portable-diode-laserbox-d1-for-laser-engraving-laser-cutting-10w?ref=yilpjavu&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencerP2 55W (Best Laser for ROI and Long Term Growth Of Business): https://www.xtool.com/products/xtool-p2-55w-co2-laser-cutter?ref=yilpjavu&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencerDiscover xTool here: https://www.xtool.com/?ref=yilpjavu&utm_medium=5306&utm_source=influencerWant to get your $1 trial listing? Head to EtSEO and grab it today. 🔗 LINKS 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.mykajabi.com/opt-in-7cbce5a9-e57e-4967-a4c3-6c85f523eaac📞 Book a call with me to discuss your Etsy Shop and hear more about how I can help you through my program, The Ultimate Etsy Course and 1:1 Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast 🏆 Student Resultshttps://www.dylanjahraus.com/student-testimonials📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/👋 WHO AM I?Welcome, friends! I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My Etsy shop ranks in the 0.1% of Etsy shops worldwide and we reached $1M+ in sales in just 5 years. I am here to provide value to YOU through tips and tactical advice, either to start your new Etsy shop or to grow your current Etsy shop to the multi-six figure level and beyond. There's no fluff here - only tactics that add to your profit and save you time!