The April 30-day Printables Challenge will help you list 4 new competitive products on Etsy. Join Gold City Ventures co-founder Julie Berninger and VIP E-Printables Coach, Sasha Hutchison, as they take you through the templates, ideas, and process of the super popular challenge.

Sign up for the March 24th Live Training with Cody of Gold City Ventures here to learn more: Register Here

☆ CHAPTERS ☆

00:00 Introduction to the 30-Day Etsy Challenge

01:01 Live Events and Resources for Success

03:44 Using the Challenge Tracker Effectively

06:13 Product Ideas for the Challenge

09:29 Templates and Mockups for Success

12:26 Community Engagement and Prizes

☆ RESOURCES ☆

➤ Live Digital Products Training 3/24: Register Here

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➤ E-Printables Course: Sign Up Here.

^ Enrollment ends Monday 3/30

If you join E-Printables now, you'll get the pictured challenge templates, tracker, an Etsy listing audit, and daily support in our VIP group.

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Summary

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Want to turn your Etsy shop into a thriving gift-product business? In this episode, Emily shares how she launched The Gift Lab from her own Etsy experience and reveals the secrets behind creating products buyers can't resist. Learn how SEO, photography, and market research can transform your listings, why positioning items as gifts skyrockets appeal, and how print-on-demand can give your shop flexibility. Discover actionable strategies to understand your audience, build a unique brand, and continuously adapt for long-term online selling success.

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Takeaways

• The Gift Lab was born from selling on Etsy.
• It teaches how to start an Etsy shop from scratch.
• Researching buyer preferences is crucial.
• SEO and photography are key components.
• Positioning products as gifts enhances appeal.
• Understanding the target audience is essential.
• Gift products can cater to various relationships.
• Print-on-demand offers flexibility in product offerings.
• Creating a unique brand identity is important.
• Continuous learning and adaptation are necessary.
  
  

Chapters

00:00 – Emily's POD Success Story
02:00 – Q4 Sales, Momentum & Starting Strong
03:55 – Why Gifts Sell Better Than Apparel
06:55 – What Are "Giftable Products"?
08:55 – Why Candles, Journals & Ornaments Explode in Sales
09:47 – How AI Changed POD Workflow
11:40 – Evergreen vs. Trend-Based Designs
13:52 – The Two Things That Grew Emily's Revenue 40%
15:57 – The Events Niche Deep Dive
17:26 – Automating Personalization With AnywherePOD
19:03 – Breaking Seasonality With Event-Based Products
21:19 – What Is The Gift Lab?
22:50 – Bonuses Inside The Gift Lab
25:31 – AI Lab Assistants (Custom GPTs for Students)
28:01 – Bonus Workshops & Advanced Tutorials
29:43 – Student Wins & Success Stories
33:14 – Emily's Advice for Beginners
35:10 – Bite-Sized Lessons for Busy Schedules
36:56 – The Black Friday Challenge
38:26 – Final Thoughts + Black Friday Offer

Resources

https://goldcityventures.com/gifting-gold-podcast - Free Workshop to learn the basics of selling POD

https://goldcityventures.com/workshop-pdcst - Free workshop to learn the basics of selling digital products online

https://goldcityventures.com/gifting-gold-podcast - Emily's Free POD Webinar

https://goldcityventures.com/gift-lab-podcast - The Gift Lab Course

👉 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/msgpszdjLvY

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Summary

Struggling to stand out on Etsy? Discover how Nancy Badillo, a digital marketing expert with over 15 years of experience, turned her setbacks into a thriving Etsy business. In this episode, Nancy breaks down the exact market research and keyword strategies that help sellers find profitable niches, boost visibility, and increase their average order value. Learn how to create irresistible digital products, enhance user experience, and use personalization and bundles to drive more sales. If you want to master Etsy trends and grow your shop with proven techniques, this episode is your roadmap to success.

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Takeaways

• Nancy Badillo has over 15 years of experience in the Etsy space.
• Market research is crucial for identifying trends and opportunities.
• Niche down to create specific product variations that attract buyers.
• Avoid vague keywords and focus on long-tail keywords for better visibility.
• User experience is key; provide clear instructions and support for customers.
• Boost average order value by offering bundles and upsells.
• Personalization can increase customer satisfaction and sales.
• Design mistakes often include overcrowded images and poor formatting.
• Utilize keyword research tools to find high-demand, low-competition keywords.
• Engage customers with valuable freebies to build trust and encourage repeat purchases.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Nancy Badillo and Her Journey
03:00 Understanding Market Trends and Keywords
05:52 Effective Keyword Research Strategies
09:05 Niche Down: Creating Variations of Products
12:09 Common Keyword Mistakes to Avoid
14:57 Design Mistakes and User Experience
17:57 Boosting Average Order Value and Customer Retention
21:02 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Nancy Badillo

Resources

https://goldcityventures.com/gifting-gold-podcast - Free Workshop to learn the basics of selling POD

https://goldcityventures.com/workshop-pdcst - Free workshop to learn the basics of selling digital products online

👉 Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Y6V8rG1v8NY

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Instagram: @nancybadillo13

YouTube: @NancyBadillo

Official Website: nancybadillo.com

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