How I Quit My Construction Job and Became a Full-Time Etsy Seller

TLDRLearn how I transitioned from being an electrician to a successful Etsy seller, and discover my tips and strategies for achieving Etsy success.

Key insights

💡Start with 16-24 listings and strategically build more based on results.

Launching an Etsy shop takes 1-3 months, and results can be seen quickly.

💰The cost of opening a shop averages $60, including product creation and mockups.

📣Use organic SEO within Etsy to promote your shop instead of external marketing.

🔍Find low competition, high search volume niches using keyword research tools.

Q&A

How many listings do I need to start?

Start with 16-24 listings and expand strategically based on results.

How long does it take to launch a shop?

Launching a shop takes 1-3 months, depending on the product difficulty level.

How much does it cost to open an Etsy shop?

The average cost is $60, including product creation and mockups.

Do I need to advertise my Etsy shop?

Organic SEO within Etsy is sufficient for promoting your shop.

How do I find low competition, high search volume niches?

Use keyword research tools like eRank to identify profitable niches.

Timestamped Summary

00:00I transitioned from being an electrician to a successful Etsy seller.

01:00Start with 16-24 listings and strategically build more based on results.

02:30Launching an Etsy shop takes 1-3 months, and results can be seen quickly.

03:45Opening an Etsy shop costs an average of $60, including product creation and mockups.

05:15Promote your Etsy shop using organic SEO within the platform.

06:30Find profitable niches by using keyword research tools like eRank.