Etsy Seller Success: Tips for Starting, Growing and Scaling Your Etsy and E-Commerce Shop

Your Etsy SEO may be killing your listings... This is how to fix that!

In this episode, I break down my SEO strategies for any Etsy Shop to rank on the 1st page search results. Today, we're diving into all of the SEO secrets that nobody is talking about.

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

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👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

In this episode of the Etsy Seller Success podcast, Jennifer O’Hare, founder of Belle Box Co, shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a 16-year corporate retail career to launching her own successful bespoke corporate gifting company. 

Jen discusses the challenges and motivators behind her major career shift, the steps she took to build her business, and the importance of transferable skills. She also offers valuable insights for those contemplating similar transitions and highlights the importance of proper business planning, including accounting for costs and compensating oneself fairly. 

Tune in to learn how Jen managed her transition, scaled her business, and continues to evolve in the corporate gifting space.

In this episode, we discuss:

[01:42] Jen O'Hare's Corporate Background

[04:45] The Breaking Point and Transition

[11:55] Starting Belle Box Co.

[14:42] Scaling and Business Operations

[23:56] Future Plans and Advice

[25:47] Conclusion and Contact Information

Connect with Jennifer O’Hare: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belleboxco/

Website: https://belleboxco.com/ 

About Jennifer O’Hare: 

Jennifer O'Hare is a multi-passionate entrepreneur with 18 years of experience as a retail & merchandising expert and strategic gifting partner. She spent 14 years mastering merchandising & strategy development at the TJX Companies, sourced over $700M worth of product, and has worked with hundreds of clients on developing bespoke gifting and retail strategies that elevate brands and align with business goals. 

She is currently a retail industry consultant to fortune 500 companies and the founder of Belle Box Co, a corporate gifting company that helps businesses and organizations build meaningful connections and create memorable experiences. 

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

A practical 16 step checklist designed to help Etsy sellers optimize their shop, attract more customers, and increase sales. This guide walks you through the essential actions to improve your listings, branding, SEO, and overall shop performance so you can grow your Etsy business with confidence.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

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👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

This is my full breakdown on how to scale to $25,000 Per Month on Etsy with Digital Products!

In this episode, I give you the strategies that are necessary for succeeding on Etsy, whether you're selling Digital Planners, Spreadsheets, Website Templates, or fulfilling any one of the many needs of shoppers on the Etsy platforms!

⌚︎ Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:30 - Choose a Customer
3:22 - Best Customer Breakdown
7:11 - How To Stand Out with Digital
8:17 - Do NOT Sell This
9:12 - Example Customers
11:15 - Shop Branding and Lifetime Customers
11:54 - Digital Product Ideas
14:08 - How To Make Loss Leaders
17:12 - Organic Traffic on Etsy
19:19 - Best SEO for Digital Products
21:40 - Social Media Traffic
24:27 - More Better New Principles

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

A practical 16 step checklist designed to help Etsy sellers optimize their shop, attract more customers, and increase sales. This guide walks you through the essential actions to improve your listings, branding, SEO, and overall shop performance so you can grow your Etsy business with confidence.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

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📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

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 Rates

Connect 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.

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

A practical 16 step checklist designed to help Etsy sellers optimize their shop, attract more customers, and increase sales. This guide walks you through the essential actions to improve your listings, branding, SEO, and overall shop performance so you can grow your Etsy business with confidence.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

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📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

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!

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

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📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

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 Community

Connect with Jen: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjenmorris

About 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.

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

A practical 16 step checklist designed to help Etsy sellers optimize their shop, attract more customers, and increase sales. This guide walks you through the essential actions to improve your listings, branding, SEO, and overall shop performance so you can grow your Etsy business with confidence.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

🏆 Student Results dylanjahrausreviews.com

📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

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!

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

🏆 Student Results dylanjahrausreviews.com

📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

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 Owners

Connect 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.

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

A practical 16 step checklist designed to help Etsy sellers optimize their shop, attract more customers, and increase sales. This guide walks you through the essential actions to improve your listings, branding, SEO, and overall shop performance so you can grow your Etsy business with confidence.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

🏆 Student Results dylanjahrausreviews.com

📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

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 Employees

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

🏆 Student Results dylanjahrausreviews.com

📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.

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 Swartz

Connect with Nicole: 

Website: www.sproutlaw.com 

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sproutlaw 

Watch the Trademark Webinar: https://www.sproutlaw.com/trademark-webinar

About 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.

Feeling stuck with your Etsy shop? Inside our Ultimate Etsy course and coaching program, we believe there’s no one size fits all strategy. Every shop is different. 

That’s why the first step is to book a call with our team so we can understand your goals, identify what’s holding your shop back, and help you create a clear path to growth.

A practical 16 step checklist designed to help Etsy sellers optimize their shop, attract more customers, and increase sales. This guide walks you through the essential actions to improve your listings, branding, SEO, and overall shop performance so you can grow your Etsy business with confidence.

📞 Ready for personalized Etsy guidance? Book a FREE 45 MIN CALL with us to discuss your Etsy Shop, what’s preventing your shop’s growth & how we can help you through our private, personalized coaching program, The Ultimate Etsy Course + Coaching! https://calendly.com/dylanjahraus/the-ultimate-etsy-course-qualification-call-podcast

 📖 Download my FREE 16-step checklist: https://dylanjahraus.info/16-step-checklist?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=16-step&utm_campaign=checklist

🏆 Student Results dylanjahrausreviews.com

📷 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dylanjahraus/

👋 WHO AM I?
I am Dylan, a multi-six figure Etsy & Shopify seller. My 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 to start your new Etsy shop or 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! While the success stories and testimonials we share are based on real experiences, they're not guarantees of similar results for everyone.