Handmade & Beyond Podcast

• Stop Losing Holiday Sales: 10 Changes You Can Make Before Midnight

  Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   Here's my last-minute Etsy holiday prep game plan to squeeze the most sales out of the season—without burning out. I cover fee-saving links, conversion boosters, inventory failsafes, deadline messaging, and fast ways to handle 2–3× order spikes. What you'll learn: • Save 4% on fees with Share & Save links (and where to update them across socials and bios) • Simple listing video ideas that stop the scroll and lift conversions (no logo intros) • Smart supply stocking, gift-wrap upsells, and packaging that earns repeat buyers • POD/physical inventory accuracy checks that prevent out-of-stock headaches • Policy/FAQ refreshes + holiday banners/feature images that match buyer intent • USPS deadline strategy with your buffer dates and where to post them (banner, photos, bulk edits) • Batch your life: preschedule posts, canned replies, push notifications for instant DMs • Handling a surge: pricing, processing-time tweaks, and shipping-window extensions • Create holiday bundles/sets and use seasonal long-tail keywords for discovery • Bonus growth moves: holiday shop sections, duplicate best sellers with seasonal SEO, personalization, run sales/free shipping, add coupon + review ask on packing slips #EtsySellerTips #EtsyHoliday #EtsySEO #HandmadeBusiness #SmallBusiness     💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   00:00 Intro & what this holiday checklist covers 01:12 Use Etsy Share & Save links to reduce fees 02:09 Add listing videos that stop the scroll 03:45 Stock up supplies, packaging & gift-wrap upsells 06:03 Verify inventory accuracy (POD & handmade) 07:21 Refresh policies, FAQs, banners & featured items 08:02 USPS shipping deadlines + set your buffer 10:18 Post deadlines everywhere (banner, photos, bulk edits) 10:58 Batch tasks: schedule posts, canned replies, instant DMs 12:44 Prepare for 2–3× orders: prices, processing, ship windows 14:43 Build bundles & gift sets for higher order value 15:36 Bonus SEO: holiday sections, seasonal clones, personalization 18:06 Packing slip coupon + review request for repeat sales 19:33 Wrap-up & where to get the downloadable checklist

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• Niche or Trends? The Etsy Strategy That Changes EVERYTHING

  Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   I'm breaking down one of the biggest struggles Etsy sellers face — choosing between building a niche shop or chasing trends. I share the real differences, the pros and cons, and the long-term impact on your business so you can stop guessing and start growing with clarity.   I explain why niche strategy creates sustainability, consistency, and repeat buyers — and why trend-chasing creates burnout, stress, and short-lived wins. I also walk through how to blend both strategies the smart way, so you get steady evergreen income while still capturing seasonal and timely spikes in traffic.   Here's what I cover:  • Niche clarity and why it brings better long-term results  • Trend chasing pitfalls and why most sellers burn out  • Sustainability vs. speed — which actually grows faster  • How to incorporate trends without losing your shop's flow  • Smart ways to blend niches + trends for double the opportunity  • How to avoid trademark issues when using pop culture  • Why passion matters when choosing your shop direction  • Building a cohesive shop instead of a "yard sale look"   I keep it real and strategic with practical, easy-to-follow guidance you can implement today.   Hashtags: #EtsySellerTips #EtsySEO #EtsyShopGrowth #EtsyBusiness #EtsySuccess   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   00:00 Etsy Niche vs Trends Overview 00:00:40 The Core Question Sellers Ask 00:01:15 Why Niche Strategy Creates Sustainability 00:02:05 Understanding Your Ideal Customer Roadmap 00:03:00 The Stress Behind Trend Chasing 00:03:48 Why Trend Sellers Burn Out Fast 00:04:26 Lack of Passion Makes Trends Unsustainable 00:04:57 Poor Quality Listings and the Yard Sale Effect 00:05:36 How to Smartly Use Trends Inside a Niche 00:06:00 Seasonal Trend Opportunities 00:06:21 Pop Culture Trends and Trademark Risks 00:06:52 Blending Niche With Trending Designs 00:07:13 Why Sustainable Growth Beats Quick Wins 00:07:30 Building a Long-Term Etsy Business 00:07:45 Final Advice and Invitation to Join Etsy Games VIP

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• Etsy's New CEO Just Shook Things Up (Here's What's Coming Fast)

  Etsy's new CEO, Kruti Patel Goyal, just revealed her first major vision for the platform—and this could reshape how sellers grow, get traffic, and use AI on Etsy. I'm unpacking all the key takeaways, what they really mean for sellers, and what to expect next.   Here's what I cover:  • The leadership shift and what Kruti's past role tells us about Etsy's next phase  • Etsy's plan to use AI to amplify human creativity, not replace it  • How traffic and discovery are evolving (and how offsite ads + ChatGPT integration play in)  • The truth about SEO changes—why shorter titles might help or hurt  • The new enforcement push on handmade vs. AI-generated art  • Fixes coming for seller support, international shipping, and multiple shop management  • Etsy's roadmap for personalization features, analytics, and even in-person markets  • My thoughts on whether these updates will help or hurt long-time sellers   This is the breakdown every Etsy seller needs to stay ahead in 2025. #EtsyUpdate #EtsySellers #EtsySEO #EtsyGrowth #AIandEtsy     Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw     00:00 Etsy's New CEO Kruti Patel Goyal Takes Over 00:38 Etsy's Vision: Keeping It Human with AI 01:30 Less Admin Work, More Time Creating 02:20 Etsy Traffic Trends and Buyer Behavior Shift 03:05 ChatGPT Integration and Offsite Ads Expansion 04:10 Etsy SEO Title Update Explained 06:20 Handmade vs AI Art — New Marketplace Rules 08:00 Seller Support Fixes and 24/7 Live Chat 09:10 Transparent Rollouts and Safer Testing Tips 10:05 International Shipping & Tariff Pricing Updates 11:10 Multi-Shop Management and Roadmap Features 12:00 Image Cropping Issues & Listing Preview Fix 12:45 Personalization Orders and Processing Delays 13:20 Etsy Analytics, Insights & Seller Data Tools 13:55 Etsy Offline Events & In-Person Market Expansion 14:35 Final Thoughts + Etsy Games VIP Invite

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• Is Reaching 100 Etsy Listings Really the Secret Sauce to More Sales?

  I reveal the real truth about the "100 Etsy Listings" strategy — and why it's NOT the magic formula everyone online says it is. After listing thousands of products and generating over $500K in Etsy sales, I've learned what actually works (and what wastes your time).   Here's what you'll learn step-by-step:  • Why the 100 listing rule isn't enough to grow your shop  • How to use data and the Etsy algorithm to your advantage  • The real reason niches outperform trend-chasing sellers  • How to release listings strategically for faster growth  • Building product lines that multiply your sales  • The simple strategy top Etsy sellers use to scale fast  • How to use your analytics to find bestsellers and repeat success   This is the truth Etsy coaches won't tell you — because most don't even know it.   #EtsyTips #EtsySEO #EtsySeller #EtsySuccess #EtsyGrowth #EtsyShopTips #EtsyAlgorithm     Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart   Watch These Grow & Improve Your Etsy Business👇 https://youtu.be/J-jysEC-rqs https://youtu.be/XoBckxhk5iw   00:00 The Truth About 100 Etsy Listings 00:42 Why Everyone Talks About the 100 Listing Rule 02:10 What 100 Listings Really Does for Your Shop 03:25 How Etsy's Algorithm Learns from Your Listings 04:55 The Strategy Behind Making 100 Listings Work 06:45 Why Choosing a Niche Changes Everything 08:22 The Problem with Trend-Based Products 09:50 How to Release Listings Consistently for Growth 11:30 Product Lines — The Secret to Scaling Your Shop 13:05 Doubling Down on What's Working 14:20 How to Use Data to Grow Faster 15:40 Why Intentional Listings Beat Random Uploads 17:05 The Real Key to Long-Term Etsy Success 18:30 How I Hit $500K with Strategic Listings 19:45 Final Thoughts + How to Join Etsy Games VIP

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• When Will Etsy's Traffic Recover? 5 Fixes Inside!

  Etsy traffic might look rough right now, but there's way more to the story. In this episode, I compare traffic trends from Etsy, Amazon, and eBay to reveal what's really happening — and why the next two months could actually be your biggest opportunity yet.   You'll see how to read marketplace traffic like a pro, what these dips and spikes mean for sellers, and why the work you're doing now sets up your 2025 success. I also share five proven steps to rebuild your Etsy traffic fast — the same methods I've used to help hundreds of sellers boost sales when everyone else was panicking.   Here's what we cover:   Why Etsy traffic looks bad (and what the data really says) What Amazon and eBay tell us about the bigger ecommerce trend How to prepare for the holiday surge before it hits 5 guaranteed traffic boosters to implement now The biggest mistake sellers make when traffic drops How to future-proof your shop for long-term growth     If you're tired of watching your views drop and wondering what to do next — this is your blueprint to turn it around before the holidays hit full swing.   #EtsyTips #EtsySeller #EcommerceStrategy #EtsySEO #EtsyShopGrowth   Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 👉 https://www.skool.com/etsygamesvip/about   💻Try Alura For Free Here:  https://www.alura.io/?via=LLETSY   📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook-  Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business.  Download it for free here:  https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/etsyseosuccess   🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide-  A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground.  Download it for free here: https://www.handmadeandbeyond.com/quickstart     00:00 Etsy traffic is down — but here's the truth 00:01:17 Comparing Etsy, eBay, and Amazon traffic 00:02:19 What October projections really mean for sellers 00:03:40 Why Q4 could still be your best season yet 00:04:35 The mindset shift every Etsy seller needs 00:05:22 Why consistency matters more than short-term wins 00:06:25 Join the Etsy Games VIP community 00:07:10 Step 1 – Feed the algorithm with fresh listings 00:08:58 Step 2 – Serve one niche, not everyone 00:10:29 Step 3 – Double down on what's already working 00:11:30 Step 4 – Fix missed opportunities in your shop 00:12:41 Step 5 – Outperform your competition with value 00:14:40 What separates successful sellers from the rest 00:15:45 Why delayed gratification pays off big 00:16:25 Final thoughts and next steps for Etsy sellers

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