The Chaos of Fulfilling 400+ Orders in 3 Days

TLDRWith over 240 orders on TikTok and another 40 on the website, we are working tirelessly to fulfill our Christmas orders. The process involves printing transfers, pressing apparel, and packaging orders. It's a challenging task, especially with a newborn baby, but we're determined to get it done.

Key insights

⌛️We have a strict deadline to get orders shipped within 3 business days on TikTok shop.

⚙️We have set up a production line with multiple heat presses to increase productivity.

📦Packaging and shipping are being managed to ensure all orders are categorized and sent out.

💤Managing a newborn baby and running a business requires careful time management and support from family.

💪We are determined to fulfill all orders, even if it means canceling some on TikTok shop to meet the deadline.

Q&A

How do you manage the workload with a newborn?

We have a system in place where family members help with childcare while others handle different tasks in the business.

Is it difficult to meet the strict deadline on TikTok shop?

Yes, it's challenging, but we're doing our best to meet the deadline by setting up a production line and working efficiently.

How do you handle cancellations on TikTok shop?

We prioritize fulfilling orders on a first-come, first-served basis. If necessary, we may have to cancel some orders to meet the deadline.

What measures do you take to ensure accurate packaging and shipping?

We have a well-organized system where each order is carefully packaged and labeled to ensure accurate shipping.

Are you still accepting orders on your website?

Yes, we are still accepting orders on our website, which allows us to have more flexibility in fulfilling orders.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introducing the chaos of fulfilling 400+ orders in 3 days

02:18An overview of our current order count and the pressure to fulfill them

04:22Sharing the challenges of managing a business while taking care of a newborn baby

06:56Ongoing progress in fulfilling orders and the need for efficient time management

09:23Discussing the plan to acquire a second heat press to increase productivity

11:58The difficulty of meeting the strict deadline on TikTok shop

13:00Acknowledging the possibility of canceling some orders to meet the deadline

13:35Ensuring accurate packaging and shipping for each order

14:06Explaining the impact of having a longer time frame for website orders