8 Massive Mistakes Drop Shipping Startups Make

In this post I'll break down the 8 biggest mistakes drop shipping startups make and how to avoid them. If you set yourself up correctly before starting your own business, you can avoid many common obstacles that could potentially turn into costly mistakes.

This is just 8 of the most common mistakes that I see people make when starting their own ecommerce business. There are literally thousands of other small mistakes startups make — this is just a snapshot — but these are generally the ones I see most.

1. Pricing your products too high - If you price your product too high, people will not buy it. You need to find that sweet spot where the quality of the product is worth it's price but not overpriced.

2. You need quality drop shipping products - Drop shipping will work best if you use products that are high quality. This means the product needs to be made of good material, be well made and the...

We are living in interesting times. With everything that's going on in the world it can be hard to stay motivated when almost everyone else is living in fear of the current unknown. Fear can greatly take over your life and prevent you from reaching your potential. Fear kills motivation and motivation is key to success.

I want to share 10 tips with you about how to stay motivated throughout these times so that you can reach your goals instead of listening to the negativity in the world around us.

1. Write Down Your Dream And What You Want To Achieve With This Business

If you haven't already, write down what it is that you want to achieve with your ecommerce business. More importantly, write down why you started this business in the first place. It's important to remember why you started this business because when you get caught up in all the little things that cause fear or worry, it's easy to lose sight of what your goal is.

Make sure your list contains what it is that...

How To Write A Business Plan For An Australian Drop Shipping Store

In this post I am going to cover the important steps that you need to take in order to write a business plan for an Australian drop shipping business, starting with understanding what it means.

A business plan is not something that people should embark on lightly or without some knowledge of the process. And while you might think that writing a startup business plan is all about images and words, there are plenty of other things involved; it's always good to be aware of these before jumping in.

A business plan is the foundation for all your business decisions and needs to be written before you launch a new business. Writing a business plan is time-consuming and demanding, but it’s one of those things that can make or break your start-up.

What is a business plan?

A business plan is a blueprint for your new venture. It’s the document that outlines the basics of your...

In this post, I'm going to outline a few key points about drop shipping, what it is and how you can get started with it. I will try not to be too technical but I would recommend that you research this subject a little more to get a better understanding.

Firstly I just want to mention this,

Drop shipping is not about 'getting rich quick' despite what some might say on places like Youtube and Instagram. It's just like any other business it takes hard work and dedication.

However having said that this business model is fantastic if you want to supplement your income to an existing full time job. You can also build it up into a full time income over time however again it require lots of work and effort upfront.

So what is drop shipping?

In a nutshell, drop shipping is where you buy from Australian wholesale suppliers and resell these products online to customers, thats drop shipping 101. It's a great opportunity if you want to be your own boss and work...

Is Drop Shipping Legit?

A common questions we get "Is drop shipping legit?" When I explain the process of how it works, most people still don't fully understand. So let's get into why you should do drop shipping and what you can expect as a result.

Drop shipping is an online business model, where a product is bought from one company and sold on another company's website for a profit, with little or no direct contact between the two companies involved in the sale.

Let’s explain the seven main things you need to know about drop shipping.

1. How it works.

The process goes like this:
You may have observed that the majority of products sold online are not sold from a single website, but from a group of small websites that are grouped together as "pockets" of sites. These are usually known as "drop shipping sites". Drop shipping is when you buy from one company and sell on another company's website for profit.

The business owner has already established a...

7 Must Have Social Accounts For Your Dropship Store

In this post, I want to cover the 6 best social platforms to use for a drop shipping store and give an overview of each one. I will also go over why I believe each one is a must have, why the other ones are not as important as these six, and what you could expect from them.

Social media marketing is an important part of a business, and after reading this post, you will have a better idea of which one is right for you.

A lot of people worry about the social media channels they join on because it's easy to join multiple ones and ask yourself why one is better than the other. And there are some channels I have not listed below, but that doesn't mean they're not important, just people haven't used them as often or haven't had a chance to establish themselves as a big part of the online community.

#1. Facebook.

Facebook is the most popular social media site, and it's also very useful for advertising your...

How to do Market Research for Drop Shipping.

In this post we're going to be talking about what you need to know and do to do market research on your drop shipping business. We're starting out with some general guidelines for how to navigate the world of researching your business, then will move into how to actually go about doing that research.

The first step in doing any type of market research is figuring out what type of information you need, which is often a mix between quantitative data (numbers) and qualitative data (your impressions).

Quantitative data can either be numbers that you can measure (i.e. prices, revenues, etc.) or percentages (i.e. how often people do something). The second type of quantitative data is much harder to come by and often requires surveys to get the information out of people (which we won't be covering in this post).

In terms of qualitative data, this is all your impressions that you gain from either talking to people or...

Best Australian Dropship Niche Ideas For 2022

In this post, I will be talking about the best Australian dropship niche ideas for 2022. This list will give you a good idea of what may be hot in the Australian markets, and give you some ideas for your Australian dropship business.

Below we are going to cover our top 15 recommendations for Australian drop shipping niche selection in 2022.

1. Beauty & Personal Care

The beauty industry is growing rapidly in Australia. The market for beauty products in Australia is anticipated to increase by 17% by 2026 according to IBIS World. Women are becoming more savvy with their spending power and are looking for unique, unique products that are not only of high quality but also affordable. This trend will continue into the next decade predicted by IBIS World.

2. Electronics & Mobile

What better way to bring your product to the Australian market than through Electronics and Mobile, which are constantly in the news...

 Ecommerce Mindset - Will You Succeed Or Fail?

Mindset may just be the most important part of running a successful ecommerce business, in this post we will cover the 11 most powerful mindset principles that will allow you to create a successful business.

In today's digital world, it's more important than ever before to understand and develop your personal mindset. You need a strong mental framework for success in order to achieve whatever goals you're working towards. I'm not just talking about making sure you "think positive" - I'm talking about cultivating skills like self-compassion, courage, and gratitude in daily life so that you can thrive in business and beyond.

A healthy mindset comes from all corners of life. Whether you're in school, at work, or in your own personal life, the following principles will ensure that your mindset is healthy and your goals are achievable.

When you apply these principles to your daily life, you'll find that...

8 Tips On Providing Great Customer Service For Ecommerce

In this post, I will be sharing 8 tips to providing great customer service for your ecommerce store. This post is intended for retailers of all sizes who want their customers to experience a higher level of satisfaction with their purchases.

If you are a professional website marketer, then you have probably heard of the "Rule of Two". This rule states that a customer will leave your business if you let them experience more than one poor experience with you in any two-week period.

The thinking behind this rule is simple: No one wants to deal with a company that consistently doesn't deliver on their promises, or who treats their customers like potential enemies.

With this in mind, it's important to make sure that you are thinking about your customers every step of the way! Here is my list of 8 best tips to provide great customer service for your ecommerce store.

1. Find And Hire Awesome...