Category: Dropshipping Guides
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Common Dropshipping Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Starting a dropshipping or print-on-demand store sounds easy. The idea of selling products without holding inventory is appealing, especially when platforms like Shopify, Printify, and Spocket make the setup process look simple. But here’s what no one tells you: most dropshipping stores fail. Not because the model doesn’t work, but because people make the same…
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Influencer Marketing for Dropshipping: How to Partner Effectively
Influencer marketing is one of the most cost-effective and scalable ways to grow a dropshipping or print-on-demand business. If you’re running paid ads and struggling to see a good return, this might be the missing piece. Partnering with the right influencers can drive brand awareness, generate user-generated content (UGC), and convert cold traffic faster than…
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SEO Tips for Your Dropshipping Store
When I started my dropshipping store, I had no idea how important SEO really was. I focused too much on finding trending products, running Facebook ads, and building a clean-looking Shopify theme. But traffic was slow. Conversions were hit or miss. And ad costs kept climbing. Eventually, I realized I needed a better long-term plan.…
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The Beginner’s Guide to Facebook Ads for Dropshipping
Running a dropshipping store without paid traffic is like opening a store in the desert. You need eyes on your product, and Facebook Ads have been one of the most reliable traffic sources for years. Even with rising competition and changes in ad tracking, Facebook remains a solid channel to drive sales, if you know…
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How to Make Your First Dropshipping Sale
Getting that first dropshipping sale feels like finally seeing proof that this business model actually works. I remember sitting there refreshing the Shopify dashboard, wondering if anything would come through. When that first notification hit, I knew it was real. But I also know how frustrating it can be to go days or even weeks…
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How to Set Up Automated Dropshipping
When I first started dropshipping, I was doing everything myself. Every order, every email, every price update. I’d wake up to a dozen customer service messages and spend hours just copying tracking numbers into emails. It worked for a while — until I hit about 20 orders a day. That’s when things started slipping. Customers…
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Shopify Dropshipping Guide: Start to First Sales
Starting a dropshipping store on Shopify can feel overwhelming. I remember exactly how it felt when I launched my first one. There were hundreds of options, tools, and suppliers, and it was hard to tell what was actually important. This guide is everything I wish I had when I was getting started. If you’re looking…
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How to Start a Dropshipping Business (Without Losing Your Mind in 3 Weeks)
Starting a dropshipping business seems like a dream on paper. No inventory. No warehouse. Just plug in a few products, run ads, and wait for the money to roll in. That’s what most people think. In reality, it’s easy to get burned if you don’t approach it with a simple, proven plan. I’ve made every…
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Shopify Dropshipping Marketing Strategies for Beginners – The Hard Way I’ve Learned Them
When I first started with Shopify dropshipping, I thought it would be as simple as setting up a store, chucking a few products in there, and waiting for the orders to start rolling in. Boy, was I wrong. What actually makes a difference in dropshipping is strong, solid marketing – and I mean the kind…
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How to Choose a Dropshipping Niche for Shopify
When I first started out in dropshipping, I made the mistake most people make—I picked a product I liked, not a niche that made sense. I didn’t look at the data, didn’t study the market, and definitely didn’t think long term. That decision cost me time and money. So if you’re at the beginning of…
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Shopify Dropshipping vs Other Platforms: Which One Should You Really Use?
If you’re weighing whether Shopify is actually worth the monthly cost—or if you’d be better off using something like WooCommerce, Wix, or BigCommerce—this breakdown will help you get clear, fast. After more than a decade working with eCommerce platforms in the dropshipping and print-on-demand space, I’ve seen how the choice of platform can make or…
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How to Create a Dropshipping Agreement
This guide breaks down how to create a solid dropshipping agreement that protects your business, sets clear expectations, and keeps things professional. Whether you’re working with a print-on-demand provider or a traditional dropshipping partner, these principles apply. Let’s walk through everything you need to include, avoid, and negotiate in your agreement.