Does Aliexpress Still Work For Dropshipping??? Insider Secrets Revealed

Summary

The video exposes the misinformation spread by influencers about AliExpress in the drop shipping industry. The speaker, an experienced fulfillment company owner, argues that AliExpress is still a viable option with improved shipping times and quality products, contradicting claims that it's unreliable. He emphasizes the importance of good customer service and common sense in product selection. He also points out the financial incentives behind influencers' recommendations of alternative services, urging viewers to approach such advice with skepticism. The video aims to provide clarity and encourage new drop shippers to pursue their goals without undue hesitation.

Takeaways

• 💼 The drop shipping industry has misconceptions about fulfillment services, particularly around AliExpress.
• 🛒 Influencers often claim AliExpress is no longer viable due to slow shipping, poor product quality, and unreliable service.
• 💰 These influencers may have financial incentives to promote other services instead.
• 🏭 The speaker has extensive experience in the fulfillment industry, founding Titan 3PL in 2018 and growing it into an eight-figure company.
• 🚚 Shipping times on AliExpress have improved significantly, now averaging about two weeks.
• 📧 Good customer service and high-quality products can mitigate the issues with longer shipping times.
• 🛍️ It's important to research products and sellers on AliExpress, checking reviews and ratings.
• 🔍 Use common sense when selecting products to sell; avoid overpriced items with dubious quality claims.
• 📦 AliExpress is still useful for low-volume orders, even for fulfillment companies.
• 💡 Newcomers to drop shipping should not be deterred by negative claims about AliExpress and should approach such advice with skepticism.

Q & A

What is the 'dirty little secret' mentioned in the transcript about the drop shipping industry?

The 'dirty little secret' refers to the misleading information some influencers spread about AliExpress being unreliable and slow, urging people to use other services instead, often due to their financial incentives.

What is the speaker's stance on financial incentives for influencers?

The speaker is not against financial incentives or making money; the issue is that some influencers lie to their audience to profit from them, which the speaker is against.

How long has the speaker been in the fulfillment industry?

The speaker has been in the fulfillment industry since 2018.

What was the speaker's experience with chargebacks in their first 6 months of drop shipping?

In the speaker's first 6 months of drop shipping, they had only one chargeback due to diligent customer service and offering quality products.

What was the norm for shipping times on AliExpress in 2017 according to the transcript?

In 2017, the norm for shipping times on AliExpress was about 45 to 60 days.

How has the shipping time on AliExpress changed from 2017 to the present as mentioned in the transcript?

Shipping times on AliExpress have significantly improved and are now usually about 2 weeks.

What is the speaker's view on the importance of customer service in drop shipping?

The speaker emphasizes that good customer service, including setting proper expectations and responding to emails within 24 hours, is crucial for a successful drop shipping business.

Why does the speaker recommend reading reviews not only of the product but also of the seller on AliExpress?

Reading both product and seller reviews helps ensure the quality of the products and the reliability of the seller, which is important for a successful drop shipping business.

What is the speaker's opinion on the use of AliExpress for drop shipping even in 2023?

The speaker believes that AliExpress is still a viable option for drop shipping, especially for new businesses or low-volume orders, and should not be dismissed based on misinformation.

What advice does the speaker give to those who are new to drop shipping and are influenced by rumors about AliExpress?

The speaker advises new drop shippers to take rumors with a grain of salt, use their common sense, and reach out for direct advice if unsure, rather than being misled by uninformed influencers.

Why does the speaker still use AliExpress for some orders despite owning a fulfillment company?

The speaker uses AliExpress for some orders because it is more economical and less of a headache for low-volume or tested products that do not require the full fulfillment process.