Episodes
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I this episode I get caught back up on Etsy and print provider news, including the following topics:
Etsy shipping profile updatesEtsy listing takedownsEtsy image aspect ratio updatePrintful Growth Plan PricingPrintify Express DeliveryPrintify and Printful mockup colorsPrintful Growth Plan Info: https://www.printful.com/memberships
Videos Mentioned
Etsy Listing RemovalsEtsy Image Aspect RatioPrintful UpdatesPrintify Express DeliveryPrintify Mockup ColorsEpisode Webpage: https://podinsights.net/october-2023-print-on-demand-update/
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Printful Print on Demand
Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In this episode we have the July 2023 print on demand update including the following topics:
Etsy listing offer featurePrintify Amplify and other updatesGelato subscription updateUK VAT displayed on Etsy listingsQ4 niche planningPrintify price updates:
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Product Pricing
Shipping Pricing
Episode Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/july-2023-print-on-demand-update/
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In the June 2023 print on demand update, I cover the following:
Etsy listing workflow updatesPrintify mockup backgrounds & custom insertsGelato quantity discountsRGB vs CMYK print filesSeasonal niche planningEpisode Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/june-2023-print-on-demand-update
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In the May 2023 print on demand update, I cover the following:
Etsy Up and other seller sessionsPrintify updatesReduced core product pricing on PrintfulCustomCat Pro core pricing update & free trialInternational selling with Gelato vs PrintifySeasonal niche ideasCustomCat Pro trial: https://affiliate.customcat.com/podinsights
Vexels Vector Graphics
Episode Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/may-2023-print-on-demand-update/
Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing!
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Printful Print on Demand
Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In this episode I cover the April 2023 print on demand update, including the following topics:
Etsy listing workflow changesPrintify TOS update & store policiesKittl mockup generatorPrintify product stock status updatesNiche ideasEpisode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/april-2023-print-on-demand-update/
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Audio Notes:
Microphone: Warm Audio WA-87 R2
Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Kittl Graphic Design
Graphic design web tool with commercial graphics.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In this episode we've got the March 2023 print on demand update, including the following topics:
Etsy listing workflow changes and big future enhancement for listing pricesGraphic templates from PrintifyDTF Printing from PrintfulCustom package inserts and labels from GelatoPrice increase from GootenOrder cancellation policies for your Etsy shopSeasonal niche & design ideasEpisode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/march-2023-print-on-demand-update/
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Printful Print on Demand
Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Gooten Print on Demand
Gooten offers a network of print providers and over 150 products.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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I talk with author and freelancer Joy Batra about her analysis of freelancing and how to approach the thought process around turning your side-hustle into more. Joy's book, The Freelance Mindset, is available March 8, 2023!
🎬 See the video interview (shortened): https://youtu.be/t1VpPO-4c-c
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⭐️ Joy's Website: https://joybatra.com/Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
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In this episode we have the February 2023 print on demand update, including the following topics:
Etsy auto repliesEtsy search updatesPrintify price increasesPrintful full color embroideryQuestions answeredSeasonal nichesEpisode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/february-2023-print-on-demand-update/
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Audio gear in episode:
Microphone: Rode K2 - Telefunken E88CC
Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Printful Print on Demand
Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations.
CustomCat
CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping.
Kittl Graphic Design
Graphic design web tool with commercial graphics.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In this episode I review a breakdown of profits and profit margin for selling print on demand products on Etsy, followed by a discussion of business banking and the benefits of setting up business accounts even if you're a sole proprietor. I also recommend a few checking and credit card products (US only) for new and experienced sellers.
Episode webpage: https://podinsights.net/print-on-demand-profits-business-banking/
Goodpods Podcast App: https://goodpods.com
Audio gear in episode:
Microphone: Rode Broadcaster
Interface: Audient ID44Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In this first episode of 2023 I review January news from Etsy, Printify, Gelato, CustomCat, and Alura, in addition to answer more questions from the YouTube channel and discussing some niche ideas to start the year off.
CustomCat
Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/january-2023-print-on-demand-update/
Audio Gear in this episode:
Microphone: Rode K2
Interface: Audient ID44
CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping.
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Alura Etsy Research & Marketing
Alura provides Etsy research tools as well as email marketing campaign management.
Vexels Vector Graphics
Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing!
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In this episode I compare the three main types of print on demand sales channels: artist marketplaces, independent seller marketplaces, and selling through your own website.
I compare the barriers to entry, cost to get started, level of competition, and seller fees associated with each sales channel to help you decide which ones are a good fit for you.
Episode blogpost: https://podinsights.net/print-on-demand-sales-channel-comparison/
Audio gear in this episode:
Microphone: JZ Vintage 67
Interface: Audient ID44Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In the November 2022 print on demand update I cover several small updates from Printify, some Black Friday deals on helpful tools & resources, and answer two more questions from the YouTube channel.
Blogpost: https://podinsights.net/?p=627
Printify Provider status: https://printify.com/network-fulfillment-status/
Black Friday Deals:
Vexels: 55% off lifetime & annual subscriptions (Nov 23 – Nov 30)Placeit: 33% off annual subscriptions (Nov 23 – Nov 30)
Sale Samurai: 6 month subscription for $39.99 (coupon code: podinsights, Nov 18 – Nov 28)
Gelato: Gelato+ free shipping on apparel orders over $25 until 12/31/22
Creative Fabrica: All-access annual subscription for $59 (graphics & fonts)
Vexels Vector Graphics
Audio gear in this episode:
Microphone: JZ V11
Interface: Audiofuse Studio
Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing!
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Placeit Mockups
Placeit offers free and paid pro-level mockups for your print on demand products plus a lot more!
Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool
Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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In this episode I review the process options on Printify for handling Etsy orders for personalized or customized products. Essentially there are two options: submitting all orders manually, or preventing your personalized products from syncing to your Printify account. I discuss both options, including the benefits and drawbacks of each.
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Check out the links below to the website and YouTube channel for the blogpost for this episode as well as the video where I walk through these options.
Audio gear in this episode:
Microphone: Rode K2
Interface: Arturia Audiofuse Studio
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Printful Print on Demand
Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
Thank you for your support! -
In the October 2022 monthly print on demand update, we talk about preparing your Etsy shop for Q4, including how to communicate production and shipping delays to customers, and prepping for running sales & promotions.
Etsy Q4 Seller SeminarsQ4 Prep - Production & shipping delays, cutoff dates, and moreQ4 Prep - Running sales & promotionsQ&A - Updating stock status, creating bundle or pack product variants
Episode Topics:Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources (link in footer)
Audio Gear in this episode:
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Microphone: Neumann TLM103
Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Printful Print on Demand
Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations.
Alura Etsy Research & Marketing
Alura provides Etsy research tools as well as email marketing campaign management.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
Thank you for your support! -
In this episode I discuss the Etsy return policy updates that go into effect on October 31, 2022 and I also discuss my returns and exchanges strategy from a print on demand drop shipping perspective.
Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:
https://www.podinsights.netAudio Gear in this episode:
Printful Print on Demand
Microphone: Electrovoice RE20
Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5
Printful is a popular print on demand platform with over 20 integrations.
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
Thank you for your support! -
The monthly update episode is where I will provide an update on print on demand current events including news from the Etsy marketplace, print on demand platform updates and enhancements, and timely advice on trending or seasonal niches.
Etsy Purchase Protection Program UpdateGelato Plus Price IncreaseCustomCat DigisoftPrioritizing Q4 ListingsHoliday Niche Ideas
For September 2022, I discuss these topics:Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:
https://www.podinsights.netAudio Gear in this episode:
Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool
Microphone: Rode NTG3
Interface: MOTU Ultralite mk5
Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
CustomCat
CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping.
Vexels Vector Graphics
Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
Thank you for your support! -
In this episode I provide an introduction to promoting your print on demand business using social media, including Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter.
Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:
https://podinsights.net/promoting-your-business-on-social-media/
Audio gear in this episode:
Microphone: Shure SM7B
Interface: RME UCX IISupport the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
Thank you for your support! -
The monthly update episode is where I will provide an update on print on demand current events including news from the Etsy marketplace, print on demand platform updates and enhancements, and timely advice on trending or seasonal niches.
Etsy Purchase Protection ProgramEtsy Customer Video ReviewsEtsy Holiday Trend ReportCustomCat DigisoftKittl Design Tool TestingPrice Increase & Shipping Strategy for my shopHalloween Niches
For August 2022, I discuss these topics:Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:
CustomCat
https://www.podinsights.net
Audio gear in this episode:
Microphone: Rode Broadcaster
Interface: Sound Devices MixPre 6 II
CustomCat offers print on demand fulfillment in the US with worldwide shipping.
Sale Samurai Etsy Keyword Research Tool
Sale Samurai is a keyword research tool for the Etsy platform that includes competition analysis.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
Thank you for your support! -
This is a new monthly episode where I will provide an update on print on demand current events including news from the Etsy marketplace, print on demand platform updates and enhancements, and timely advice on trending or seasonal niches.
The German packaging regulation and LUCID registry requirementEtsy seller app updatesEtsy purchase protection programPrintify SVG file support and design editor enhancementsGelato Subscription Plan Shipping Benefit (new)Back to School Niche Ideas
For July 2022, I discuss these newsworthy topics for sellers:Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
https://www.podinsights.net
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Vexels Vector Graphics
Vexels offers a huge catalog of graphics for print on demand use with proper resale licensing!
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
Thank you for your support! -
In this episode I discuss a wide variety of topics related to shipping for your Etsy Print on Demand shop. Everything from developing a shipping pricing strategy to setting up shipping profiles and dealing with shipping issues.
Printify Print on Demand Fulfillment
Check out the blogpost for this episode for links to all resources:
https://www.podinsights.net
Printify is my main print on demand fulfillment partner, with production partners in many countries.
Gelato Print on Demand
Gelato offers print on demand fulfillment in 34 countries and a wide variety of products.
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show
Website: https://podinsights.net/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PODInsights/featured
Twitter: https://twitter.com/POD_insights
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