POD Insights

I this episode I get caught back up on Etsy and print provider news, including the following topics: Etsy shipping profile updatesEtsy listing takedownsEtsy image aspect ratio updatePrintful Growth Plan PricingPrintify Express DeliveryPrintify and Printful mockup colorsPrintful Growth Plan Info: https://www.printful.com/membershipsVideos MentionedEtsy Listing RemovalsEtsy Image Aspect RatioPrintful UpdatesPrintify Express DeliveryPrintify Mockup ColorsEpisode Webpage: https://podinsights.net/october-2023-print-on-demand-update/Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this episode we have the July 2023 print on demand update including the following topics: Etsy listing offer featurePrintify Amplify and other updatesGelato subscription updateUK VAT displayed on Etsy listingsQ4 niche planningPrintify price updates: Product PricingShipping PricingEpisode Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/july-2023-print-on-demand-update/The Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyPrintify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In the June 2023 print on demand update, I cover the following:Etsy listing workflow updatesPrintify mockup backgrounds & custom insertsGelato quantity discountsRGB vs CMYK print filesSeasonal niche planningEpisode Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/june-2023-print-on-demand-updateThe Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyPrintify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In the May 2023 print on demand update, I cover the following:Etsy Up and other seller sessionsPrintify updatesReduced core product pricing on PrintfulCustomCat Pro core pricing update & free trialInternational selling with Gelato vs PrintifySeasonal niche ideasCustomCat Pro trial: https://affiliate.customcat.com/podinsightsEpisode Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/may-2023-print-on-demand-update/Vexels Vector Graphics Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing! Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this episode I cover the April 2023 print on demand update, including the following topics: Etsy listing workflow changesPrintify TOS update & store policiesKittl mockup generatorPrintify product stock status updatesNiche ideasEpisode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/april-2023-print-on-demand-update/Audio Notes: Microphone: Warm Audio WA-87 R2Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5The Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyPrintify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Kittl Graphic Design Graphic design web tool with commercial graphics.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this episode we've got the March 2023 print on demand update, including the following topics: Etsy listing workflow changes and big future enhancement for listing pricesGraphic templates from PrintifyDTF Printing from PrintfulCustom package inserts and labels from GelatoPrice increase from GootenOrder cancellation policies for your Etsy shopSeasonal niche & design ideasEpisode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/march-2023-print-on-demand-update/The Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyPrintify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Gooten Print on Demand Gooten offers a network of print providers and over 150 products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

I talk with author and freelancer Joy Batra about her analysis of freelancing and how to approach the thought process around turning your side-hustle into more. Joy's book, The Freelance Mindset, is available March 8, 2023!

In this episode we have the February 2023 print on demand update, including the following topics: Etsy auto repliesEtsy search updatesPrintify price increasesPrintful full color embroideryQuestions answeredSeasonal nichesEpisode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/february-2023-print-on-demand-update/Audio gear in episode: Microphone: Rode K2 - Telefunken E88CCInterface: MOTU Ultralite mk5The Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyPrintify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. CustomCat CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping. Kittl Graphic Design Graphic design web tool with commercial graphics.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this episode I review a breakdown of profits and profit margin for selling print on demand products on Etsy, followed by a discussion of business banking and the benefits of setting up business accounts even if you're a sole proprietor. I also recommend a few checking and credit card products (US only) for new and experienced sellers. Episode webpage: https://podinsights.net/print-on-demand-profits-business-banking/Goodpods Podcast App: https://goodpods.comAudio gear in episode: Microphone: Rode BroadcasterInterface: Audient ID44The Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this first episode of 2023 I review January news from Etsy, Printify, Gelato, CustomCat, and Alura, in addition to answer more questions from the YouTube channel and discussing some niche ideas to start the year off. Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/january-2023-print-on-demand-update/Audio Gear in this episode: Microphone: Rode K2Interface: Audient ID44The Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyCustomCat CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping. Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Alura Etsy Research & Marketing Alura provides Etsy research tools as well as email marketing campaign management. Vexels Vector Graphics Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing! Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this episode I compare the three main types of print on demand sales channels: artist marketplaces, independent seller marketplaces, and selling through your own website. I compare the barriers to entry, cost to get started, level of competition, and seller fees associated with each sales channel to help you decide which ones are a good fit for you. Episode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/?p=631Audio gear in this episode: Microphone: JZ Vintage 67Interface: Audient ID44Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In the November 2022 print on demand update I cover several small updates from Printify, some Black Friday deals on helpful tools & resources, and answer two more questions from the YouTube channel. Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/?p=627Printify Provider status: https://printify.com/network-fulfillment-status/ Black Friday Deals: Vexels: 55% off lifetime & annual subscriptions (Nov 23 – Nov 30)Placeit: 33% off annual subscriptions (Nov 23 – Nov 30)Sale Samurai: 6 month subscription for $39.99 (coupon code: podinsights, Nov 18 – Nov 28)Gelato: Gelato+ free shipping on apparel orders over $25 until 12/31/22Creative Fabrica: All-access annual subscription for $59 (graphics & fonts)Audio gear in this episode: Microphone: JZ V11Interface: Audiofuse StudioVexels Vector Graphics Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing! Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Placeit Mockups Placeit offers free and paid pro-level mockups for your print on demand products plus a lot more! Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this episode I review the process options on Printify for handling Etsy orders for personalized or customized products. Essentially there are two options: submitting all orders manually, or preventing your personalized products from syncing to your Printify account. I discuss both options, including the benefits and drawbacks of each. Check out the links below to the website and YouTube channel for the blogpost for this episode as well as the video where I walk through these options. Audio gear in this episode: Microphone: Rode K2Interface: Arturia Audiofuse StudioPrintify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In the October 2022 monthly print on demand update, we talk about preparing your Etsy shop for Q4, including how to communicate production and shipping delays to customers, and prepping for running sales & promotions. Episode Topics: Etsy Q4 Seller SeminarsQ4 Prep - Production & shipping delays, cutoff dates, and moreQ4 Prep - Running sales & promotionsQ&A - Updating stock status, creating bundle or pack product variantsCheck out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources (link in footer)Audio Gear in this episode:Microphone: Neumann TLM103Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Alura Etsy Research & Marketing Alura provides Etsy research tools as well as email marketing campaign management. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showWebsite: https://podinsights.net/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featuredTwitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insightsThank you for your support!

In this episode I discuss the Etsy return policy updates that go into effect on October 31, 2022 and I also discuss my returns and exchanges strategy from a print on demand drop shipping perspective. Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:https://www.podinsights.netAudio Gear in this episode:Microphone: Electrovoice RE20Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5Support the show

The monthly update episode is where I will provide an update on print on demand current events including news from the Etsy marketplace, print on demand platform updates and enhancements, and timely advice on trending or seasonal niches. For September 2022, I discuss these topics: Etsy Purchase Protection Program UpdateGelato Plus Price IncreaseCustomCat DigisoftPrioritizing Q4 ListingsHoliday Niche IdeasCheck out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:https://www.podinsights.netAudio Gear in this episode:Microphone: Rode NTG3Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. CustomCat CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping. Vexels Vector Graphics Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I provide an introduction to promoting your print on demand business using social media, including Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter. Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources: https://www.podinsights.netSupport the show

The monthly update episode is where I will provide an update on print on demand current events including news from the Etsy marketplace, print on demand platform updates and enhancements, and timely advice on trending or seasonal niches. For August 2022, I discuss these topics: Etsy Purchase Protection ProgramEtsy Customer Video ReviewsEtsy Holiday Trend ReportCustomCat DigisoftKittl Design Tool TestingPrice Increase & Shipping Strategy for my shopHalloween Niches CustomCat CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping. Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

This is a new monthly episode where I will provide an update on print on demand current events including news from the Etsy marketplace, print on demand platform updates and enhancements, and timely advice on trending or seasonal niches. For July 2022, I discuss these newsworthy topics for sellers: The German packaging regulation and LUCID registry requirementEtsy seller app updatesEtsy purchase protection programPrintify SVG file support and design editor enhancementsGelato Subscription Plan Shipping Benefit (new)Back to School Niche IdeasPrintify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Vexels Vector Graphics Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I discuss a wide variety of topics related to shipping for your Etsy Print on Demand shop. Everything from developing a shipping pricing strategy to setting up shipping profiles and dealing with shipping issues. Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I discuss the new Gelato Gold account and other paid print on demand subscriptions. We'll talk about the benefits, the pricing, and whether any of them are worth it for your business. Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I discuss how you can add specialty t-shirts like tie-dye and crop tops to your print on demand shop in order to stand out from the competition and expand your offerings. Support the show

Are your Etsy print on demand sales slowing down? In this episode I talk through five things you can do to start turning that trend around and increase your monthly sales. Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Placeit Mockups Placeit offers free and paid pro-level mockups for your print on demand products plus a lot more! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I discuss a Printify phone case review that I did for the YouTube channel, and dig into some more details that I wasn't able to include in the video. Listen in for a summary of the product reviews and discussion of why I prefer to focus on iPhone cases in my Etsy shop. Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Placeit Mockups Placeit offers free and paid pro-level mockups for your print on demand products plus a lot more! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I discuss free and paid options for creating better product mockups and why they should be a top priority for all print on demand sellers. Placeit Mockups Placeit offers free and paid pro-level mockups for your print on demand products plus a lot more! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I discuss the basics of customer service to prepare you for selling on Etsy. We're focused on the print on demand business model, but many of the concepts and strategies I cover are relevant for all Etsy sellers, and even online sellers that use other marketplaces. Support the show

If you're starting a print on demand shop on Etsy or another marketplace, you will need to decide on the general strategy for your store. In this episode I walk through the two main strategies and cover specific examples of niches that you can get into for each one. Support the show

In this episode I review the many reasons why you should have mugs in your print on demand shop, be it Etsy or any other marketplace. Mugs offer a great opportunity to make consistent sales with few customer service issues, and I explain the basics in this episode! Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode I discuss the structure of traditional retail, print on demand, and drop shipping businesses, and how any individual can get involved in a print on demand drop shipping business. This episode pairs well with earlier episodes this season in setting up the basics of selling print on demand online through different platforms such as Etsy, Redbubble, or Merch by Amazon. Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podinsights)

In this episode, I review resources available to help you begin and maintain your Etsy print on demand business for free. These resources can help you create and edit designs, create mockups, and do keyword research. Resources discussed: Photopea: https://www.photopea.com/GIMP: https://www.gimp.org/Pixabay: https://pixabay.com/Placeit: https://1.envato.market/155ZazCanva: https://www.canva.com/Google Trends: https://trends.google.com/trends/?geo=USeRank: https://erank.com/Placeit Mockups Placeit offers free and paid pro-level mockups for your print on demand products plus a lot more! Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In this episode, I compare some of the most popular Print on Demand platforms for 2022 including Printify, Printful, Gooten, Gelato, and CustomCat. I've used each of these platforms and provide a breakdown of their features as well as my insights. Which one is right for you?Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Printful Print on Demand Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations. Gooten Print on Demand Gooten offers a network of print providers and over 150 products. Gelato Print on Demand Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products. CustomCat CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

In the first POD Insights podcast episode, I talk about the business opportunity that print on demand offers. I discuss how I got started selling print on demand on Etsy and who this opportunity is right for. Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis. Placeit Mockups Placeit offers free and paid pro-level mockups for your print on demand products plus a lot more! Vexels Vector Graphics Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/podinsights)