Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has been declared a global pandemic and is having an unprecedented impact on individuals and our economy at large. Times are uncertain, and while we don’t have all the answers, we’re doing everything we can to offer guidance to our customers and small businesses around the world. As retailers are forced to close […]
It’s safe to say that this current crisis is like none other faced by small business owners in the recent past, and it’s certainly daunting trying to tackle all of the unique issues it presents. Below are 10 issues to address with detailed considerations and action items that might make the difference in being able […]
The following trends will be the most important for organizations, customers, employees and stakeholders over the next 12 months and beyond. 01. Many faces of growth: For decades, companies have been laser-focused on one main objective: financial growth — the faster the better. Now, people are challenging organizations to define their success in more ways […]
As a nimble e-commerce retailer, getting through your to-do list each day can be quite the challenge. There’s no time to waste troubleshooting an issue or wading through clunky software integrations. Even as little as five minutes can make a big difference in you bottom line. The following time-saving small business shipping tips can help […]
As the leader of an e-commerce company which is currently fulfilling domestic orders but contemplating expanding to include international sales, shipping logistics is a serious concern. Since the internet gained mainstream acceptance decades ago, the technology’s ability to take a local company global has become crystal clear. However, leaping into cross-border commerce without solid planning […]
In this post, we’ll be covering some of the obstacles that are unique to handmade businesses, as well as tips and techniques on how you can overcome them, organized into sections for: All types of craft makers and marketers Craft makers with a physical location/storefront Craft makers with an Etsy shop or other e-commerce site […]
Small businesses are the innovators of the world, while functioning in a climate in which innovation is rapidly becoming a word that’s use is so ubiquitous that it’s in danger of losing its power, and that would be a bad thing. Broadly, its usage is frequently synonymous with invention or creativity. Narrowly, innovation can sometimes refer to […]
As an e-commerce company, expanding your business to the European continent with its varied languages and different cultural norms is an intriguing possibility. Although a full-fledged expansion into the European market can be daunting, starting in the Netherlands—a country with sound economic fundamentals, customers who are ready to spend, and one of the best e-commerce […]
If your small business wants to expand its e-commerce offerings to the world, plan to approach the process methodically and strategically. That means entering the leading regional markets in a new continent is especially important. If you’re thinking about selling in South America, doing business in Argentina should be a top consideration. With a large […]
As of 2017, 33.4 million buyers had purchased items through Etsy’s handmade and vintage marketplace. So if you sell any products in those categories, using Etsy can help you get your shop in front of a huge built-in base of buyers. Tips for Starting an Etsy Business Building a business on this platform comes with its own […]
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