If you ask an experienced online seller what the most critical part of starting an online business is, they’ll likely say finding the right supplier. Why? Because your supplier directly impacts product quality, pricing, shipping times, and ultimately, customer satisfaction. Think about it. If your supplier is unreliable, your entire business is at risk. Late […]
Are you familiar with Spanx? I’m asking the men because I’m pretty sure the women already know what it is. In fact, some of them might be wearing it right now. Spanx is a type of shapewear designed to smooth and support the body under clothing. It helps create a more seamless look, whether under
If you’re like me—or like every dropshipper out there—you probably don’t want to spend hours every day manually fulfilling orders, responding to customer inquiries, updating product prices, tracking inventory, running retargeting ads, or processing refunds. My solopreneur days are long over, and I’ve embraced a principle well-known among successful dropshippers—work smarter, not harder. If you’ve
In early February, President Donald Trump issued an executive order imposing a 10% tariff on Chinese imports and suspending the “de minimis” rule, which had previously allowed duty-free entry for packages valued under $800 from China. This abrupt policy change led to significant disruptions in international shipping and customs processes. It particularly affected Chinese e-commerce
Running an online business means constantly testing new ways to grow. Some work, some don’t. You can adjust your approach to save money and improve cash flow, but every now and then, a strategy comes along that challenges common sense. The one I’ll introduce might seem illogical, but it’s surprisingly effective. I’ve only started using
After years of hesitation and second-guessing, you’re finally ready to launch your dream online business. You have the idea, the capital, and a support system that will keep you afloat for at least a year. But one major question still looms over your head: where should you source your products? Should you buy from suppliers
When I first started exploring a career in ecommerce, dropshipping was the first business model I learned about—not because I was particularly interested in it, but because it seemed to be everywhere. Every blog I read, every YouTube video I watched, every ecommerce group I joined, and even the email newsletters I subscribed to—it was
If you’re feeling buried under administrative tasks and struggling to boost your Amazon sales, you’re not alone. Many sellers start as solopreneurs, handling everything themselves—until the workload becomes overwhelming. When I first launched my Amazon store, I initially managed everything from product sourcing to customer service. As my sales grew, so did my daily responsibilities,
Selling on Amazon USA from the Philippines used to be nearly impossible due to strict restrictions, but times have changed. With better trade relations, improved logistics, and a booming global ecommerce market, Filipino entrepreneurs now have the opportunity to tap into Amazon’s massive customer base. In fact, Amazon controls nearly 38% of the U.S. ecommerce
