How I find products to sell in my Etsy shop that will sell daily

Summary

This video script offers a step-by-step guide for Etsy shop owners on how to identify and create products that will consistently sell. The speaker emphasizes the importance of market research, using Etsy's search bar to gauge popular trends and analyze best-selling products. They also discuss utilizing tools like e-rank for keyword research and competitor analysis to formulate a strategy that increases the likelihood of sales and profitability.

Takeaways

• 😀 Starting an Etsy shop requires identifying products that will consistently sell to ensure a steady income.
• 🔍 The first step in the product research process is using the Etsy search bar to observe current trends and popular items.
• 📈 Paying attention to 'Popular Now' and 'Best Seller' badges in search results can indicate which products are currently successful.
• 📝 The speaker is considering adding Instagram content planners to their Etsy shop to assist small businesses with social media planning.
• 🔑 Keywords are crucial for product visibility; the speaker uses 'social media planner' as a primary keyword for their market research.
• 📚 Google Sheets templates and PDF bundles are popular formats for social media planning tools on Etsy.
• 🚀 Market research involves understanding why certain products are bestsellers without copying them directly.
• 👀 Reviewing competitor listings and their features, such as price, reviews, and tags, provides insight into what consumers value.
• 📈 Using tools like e-rank can provide keyword statistics, competition levels, and search trends to inform product decisions.
• 📊 Analyzing related keywords and their search volumes can help in identifying niche opportunities within the market.
• 📈 The top listings with the highest daily views are strong indicators of products that are attracting customer interest and likely generating sales.

Q & A

What is one of the main challenges of starting and running an Etsy shop?

One of the main challenges is figuring out what products to sell that will get consistent sales, which helps in making consistent money.

Why is it important to conduct market research before adding products to an Etsy shop?

Market research is important to avoid wasting time and energy creating products that may not sell, and to prevent demotivation.

What is the first step the speaker takes when researching for new products to add to their Etsy shop?

The first step is to use the Etsy search bar to see what's popular and what's already getting sales.

What type of products is the speaker planning to add to their Etsy shop in the video?

The speaker is planning to add products related to Instagram content planners to help small businesses plan their social media content.

What are the 'Popular Now' and 'Best Seller' badges on Etsy, and why are they important?

The 'Popular Now' badge indicates items that are currently trending, and the 'Best Seller' badge highlights items that are selling well. They are important as they signal to buyers and sellers what products are in demand.

Why does the speaker suggest not copying a best-selling product directly but using it for market research?

Copying a product directly could lead to potential copyright issues and lack of originality. Using it for market research helps understand why it's successful and how to create a unique, competitive version.

What role do reviews play in the process of researching products for an Etsy shop?

Reviews provide insights into what customers love about a product, which can inform the creation of new products that address those positive aspects.

What is the significance of 'You may also like' section in Etsy search results?

The 'You may also like' section can reveal additional popular products and trends that are related to the initial search, offering more ideas for potential products to sell.

Why is the 'Explore related searches' feature useful for keyword research?

The 'Explore related searches' feature shows what people are searching for, providing valuable keywords and insights into customer interests and search patterns.

What tool does the speaker use for more in-depth market and keyword research, and how does it help?

The speaker uses e-rank to analyze keyword statistics, competition levels, and trends, which helps in identifying potential products that are likely to sell well and the best keywords to use for visibility.

How does analyzing the top listings on e-rank provide insights for an Etsy seller?

Analyzing top listings on e-rank provides insights into the most viewed products, their tags, prices, and other attributes, which can inform the seller's strategy for creating competitive products.