Print On Demand Cast: Print On Demand Tips and eCommerce Strategies for Selling POD on Etsy, Amazon, and More!

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On this weeks episode Travis and Josiah unpack the question, "Should I hire a Virtual Assistant?" and share some things to consider when moving into that decision making process! They cover everything from writing the job descriptions, posting the job, creating SOPs, and how to make sure your VA feels like a valued member of the team! 

Plus, in the Point of Interest, Travis shares an update on his Ebay store! 

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00:00:00 Show Open

00:00:45 Welcome and Waffle Section

00:03:45 Travis' House - Super Bowl Celebration

00:06:30 Weekly Dad Joke

00:08:10 Point of Interest 

00:13:42 The Main Event

00:24:38 Creating SOPs

00:32:38 Where to Hire a VA

00:41:03 Extra Tips For Hiring

00:46:59 Pitfalls To Avoid

00:54:53 Bonus Tip: LastPass

00:55:40 Wrapping Up

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Welcome back POD Pals!

On this week's episode Josiah and Travis share what they believe is the easiest way to expand your print on demand business!

Plus, in the Point of Interest, the guys talk about a new ecommerce platform called Makerplace by Michaels and what it could possibly mean for print on demand sellers.

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Welcome back to the show POD Pals!

In this weeks episode, Travis and Josiah share some great tips for selling wall art online. They talk about where to sell it, what types of wall art to sell, and some resources to gather free designs or even make them yourself with AI. While there are many selling wall art in many different ways, this strategy is still a viable option for Print on Demand Sellers to consider!

Plus, in the Point of Interest, the guys share about a new shipping carrier that's entered the ring - Amazon Shipping!

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Chapters:

00:00:03 Show Open

00:01:32 Welcome and Waffle Section

00:05:15 Weekly Dad Joke

00:06:41 Point of Interest

00:14:38 The Main Event

00:17:22 Listener Experiences with Wall Art

00:21:49 Where To Sell Wall Art

00:26:44 Where Can You Get Art To Sell

00:30:28 Using Public Domain Art

00:32:01 Deciding What Kind Of Wall Art To Sell

00:37:51 Resource Spotlight

00:45:47 Show Close

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Hey POD Pals! Welcome back to the Print on Demand Cast!

This week Josiah and Travis are back talking all things networking and, as you might have read in the title, how it can be sexier than you think! They give advice on different ways to network at each stage of the POD Success Journey (Check out Episode 172 for more on that topic.)

Plus, in the Point of Interest, Travis gives us a recap of this recent trip to Long Beach to the Impressions Expo, the class he taught, and the AI and Automations Panel that he was invited to take part in!

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Chapters:

(00:00:00) Welcome

(00:00:53) Waffle Section

(00:03:26) The Weekly Dad Joke

(00:04:47) Recap from the Impressions Expo

(00:09:47) ScreenprintGPT

(00:14:11) Cutting-edge Equipment at the Expo

(00:18:08) Main Event

(00:20:11) Networking for The Curious

(00:23:26) Networking for The Rookie

(00:29:11) Networking for The Seasoned

(00:34:57) Networking for The Thriving

(00:41:15) The Wrap Up

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Welcome back to the PODCast!

This week Travis is solo and sharing a new format that you will be seeing from time to time called POD Essentials! (Don't worry - this isn't replacing the regular episodes and for those that are fans of Josiah - he will still be around plenty!)

On this week's show, Travis shares some print on demand 101 "to do's" before you sell anything. If you've already started selling, that's ok. You'll still want to eventually get these things done.

Oh, and we recently started a TikTok channel so go follow us over there!

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Chapters:
1:11 - The new "Print on Demand Cast Essentials" format
2:55 - This week's topic: Print on Demand 101 - Before You Sell Anything
3:44 - Weekly Dad Joke
4:46 - Main Topic: Before You Sell Anything
5:52 - Define your "why"
10:38 - Decide on your business structure (DBA vs S-Corp)
15:13 - Register your business, get an EIN and a sales tax license
17:54 - Open a business bank account
20:59 - If you've already started selling
24:00 - Closing thoughts

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Welcome back to the PODCast!In this episode Travis and Josiah discuss how to build your POD business using the print on demand success pyramid. Building from a strong foundation and building in the proper order is super important if you want to succeed. Plus, in the Point Of Interest, the guys talk about how Etsy has been deactivating POD jewelry listings!Enjoy the show!⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠⁠Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠----------Other Links:https://printondemandcast.com/print-on-demand-success-pyramid/Chapters:0:00 - Introduction 0:37 - Weekend Updates3:43 - Weekly Dad Joke4:47 - Point Of Interest11:52 - Main Event: Print on Demand Success Pyramid19:39 - Organization 22:43 - Design28:45 - On Page SEO33:56 - Mockups38:55 - Print Partners42:21 - Tools & Resources43:18 - Don't Invert The Pyramid47:33 - Conclusion

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Welcome back to the show, POD Pals!

In this episode of the Print on Demand Cast, Travis and Josiah share insights on goal setting. Considering it's a new year, many people will make New Year Resolutions only to abandon them in the upcoming weeks and months. Why is that?

In the acclaimed book '⁠Atomic Habits⁠,' author James Clear explains that part of the reason we give up on our goals is that we focus on the results and not the systems that will get us to those results. To that end, the guys share the difference between "achievement based goals" and "habit based goals."

Additionally, the guys take some time to share potential strategies on growing your POD business, how to manage and track goals effectively, as well as the importance of maintaining balance between your business and personal life goals.

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01:00 New Year Banter and Topic Intro

03:44 The Weekly Dad Joke

04:42 Highlighting User Review

07:02 The Main Event

08:24 Problems With Goal Setting

15:46 Achievement Based Goals

20:56 Habit Based Goals

30:14 Additional Goal Setting Tips

42:05 Closing Thoughts

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In this week's episode of the Print On Demand Cast, Josiah and Travis discuss tips for lowering your tax burden as a small business owner. While some may not apply to you and your business, it's worth thinking through some of these items. That said, please do not take this podcast as tax advice - make sure you consult a tax professional!

In the Point Of Interest, they share their insights about their 2023 in review with the highlights from Spotify's Wrapped for Podcasters statistics. 

The episode ends with a round-up of their top subscription recommendations for small businesses.

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Chapters:

00:01 Introduction and Welcome

00:33 Q4 Reflections

02:52 Weekly Dad Joke Segment

04:24 Year in Review: Spotify Wrapped

13:36 Tips for Lowering Your Tax Burden

34:59 Recommended Subscriptions for Small Businesses

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Welcome back to the PODCast!

In this episode of the Print On Demand Cast, Josiah and Travis discuss nine potential pitfalls that print on demand business owners frequently encounter. From disorganized file management, poor keyword research, ignoring copyright laws, to even forgetting to get samples, these mistakes can cause you to grow at a slower rate or even give up completely!

The guys cover each of these mistakes in depth, offering solutions and preventative measures to help listeners steer clear of these common traps. The episode is filled with practical advice to help both newcomers in the print-on-demand world and seasoned pros refine their strategies and build stronger businesses as a result.

Plus, in the Point of Interest, Josiah share about Meta's new AI image generator.

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Chapters:

00:02 Introduction

17:33 Low Quality Designs

22:07 Ignoring Copyright Laws

32:12 Picking The Wrong Products

35:34 Minimal Keyword Research

41:29 Comparing to Other's Stores

49:12 Not Subscribing to The Print on Demand Cast

49:03 Wrap Up

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Welcome back to Print on Demand Cast, POD Multiverse! 

In this week's episode of the Print on Demand Cast, Travis and Josiah interview Jay De Souza, an Etsy print on demand expert. They discuss the growth and possibilities of the print on demand industry, and Jay shares his personal journey with print on demand, which started over a decade ago. 

Jay gives insights into his successful print on demand operations, such as the benefits of researching a niche in-depth and the value of personalizing designs for a target market. He also talks about the importance of practicing design skills regularly and gives some advice, such as not to be afraid of competition—as opportunities are plenty in the print on demand field. 

Towards the end, Jay shares his personal goals for his print on demand businesses like moving towards use of AI and automation, and gives some advice for those starting out in the field.

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Chapters:

00:03 Introduction

00:25 Conversation with Jay D'Souza

03:50 Insights into the Print-On-Demand Industry

44:35 Weekly Dad Joke Segment

47:15 Magic Questions Segment

01:02:56 Conclusion

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