Handmade & Beyond Podcast
Here’s my daily 10-minute Etsy SEO routine to climb search results fast and turn views into sales. I walk through exactly how I pick underperforming listings, when to duplicate vs. edit, how I find demand-backed keywords, and the exact description structure that feeds Etsy’s algorithm (and AI Overviews). I also show what great photos/video look like, how to write alt text that actually helps, and the “special sauce” value add-ons that make your listing beat competitors—without racing to the bottom on price. What you’ll learn (quick skim): • Strategy overview: how winners...
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I’m diving into Etsy’s latest title change recommendations—and why they’re causing chaos for sellers. If you’ve been tempted to shorten your titles or follow Etsy’s new guidelines, watch this first. I explain exactly how changing titles can reset your listings, tank your traffic, and crush your sales. Here’s what I cover: • Why Etsy’s advice on shorter titles is misleading and risky • How the algorithm uses listing history and customer behavior to rank products • The real danger of changing titles on best-selling listings • When (and how) you can test shorter...
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I’m diving into a head-to-head breakdown of Etsy vs Go Imagine to help you decide where to sell your handmade products. If you’ve ever felt frustrated with Etsy’s rising fees, constant changes, or tricky ad system, you’ve probably wondered if Go Imagine is a better alternative. Here’s what I cover step by step: • Who can actually sell on Go Imagine and the restrictions you need to know. • The true listing fees and transaction fees for both platforms (with examples). • Payment processing costs and the hidden differences between Etsy and Go Imagine....
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I’m sharing some tough news about how new tariffs are hitting small businesses and Etsy sellers harder than ever. I’ll walk you through what’s changing, why international shipping is suddenly a nightmare, and what options you actually have to keep selling. Here’s the breakdown: • Why tariffs are crushing small businesses and Etsy sellers • What changed with the “de minimis” rule and why shipments under $800 are no longer exempt • Which countries have stopped shipping to the U.S. and why • Why Etsy disabled shipping labels and how DDP (Deliver...
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Etsy just dropped a massive change to their ads platform — and it’s going to affect every seller running Etsy Ads. I walk you through exactly what’s different, how the new “ad strategy buckets” work, and why this could be a big problem if you’re not careful. Here’s what I cover step by step: • The new $25/day minimum to access Etsy’s ad strategy options • What each of the three strategies actually means for your shop • Why the “balanced” strategy is your default if you spend less than $25 • The risk of increasing orders vs. increasing...
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Etsy just rolled out some sneaky new changes, and I’m walking you through everything you need to know so you don’t get caught off guard. Some updates are frustrating, others are actually useful, and a few could impact your sales if you’re not paying attention. Here’s what I cover: • Why Etsy removed the shop owner name and profile picture from your storefront • How the new “shop age” display can hurt or help your credibility • The changes to reviews and why the new star system feels off • Why moving the announcement section might cost you...
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In this video, I’m showing you my exact 5-step strategy to grow your Etsy printables shop faster than 99% of other sellers. These are the same steps I used to generate over $500,000 in sales, and I’ve taught them to hundreds of students to get faster growth without burning out. 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...
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I break down Etsy’s latest update that directly affects your ability to get more sales—fast. 🚨 If you haven’t seen the changes to your marketing tab yet, you’re missing out on new offer tools that can help convert more abandoned carts, favorites, and first-time buyers into paying customers. 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...
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I break down Etsy’s strange but telling Q2 2025 earnings report — and what it really means for sellers like you. We’ll walk through why revenue went up even though sales and profits went down, what GMS means (explained simply), and how Etsy is quietly squeezing more money out of every transaction. I’ll also show you what’s happening behind the scenes with AI rollouts, app improvements, stock movements, and how sellers can stay smart during all this change. Grow faster than 99% of Etsy shops 👇 Steal my $540K shortcut & skip the struggle 👇 Here’s what you’ll...
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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: 📚Etsy SEO Revealed FREE eBook- Learn and understand Etsy SEO to help you grow your business. Download it for free here: 🚀Etsy Quickstart Free Guide- A quick guide to help you get your Etsy business off the ground. Download it for free here: If your Etsy shop feels stuck—low traffic, no sales, or painfully slow growth—this episode is exactly what you need. I’m breaking down the exact 5-step framework I used...
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26 Strategies I Use to Help Etsy Sellers Succeed
In this podcast episode, I shared the key strategies that I’ve seen top 1% Etsy sellers use to grow their shops and dominate the platform. These aren’t about luck—they’re actionable steps that can help any seller move closer to their goals.
I started by talking about how important mindset and passion are. Success on Etsy isn’t instant—it takes time, consistency, and a genuine love for what you do to push through challenges and keep going. I also emphasized the importance of treating your shop like a business. Showing up consistently, investing in tools like Alura and Canva, and building solid habits are essential to long-term success.
Education plays a big role, too. I encourage sellers to continuously learn, whether through free resources like my Etsy Games platform or by investing in courses. Every action in your shop should have a strategy and purpose. I always tell people to focus on what they can control and not waste energy on things like algorithm changes.
Consistency is another big factor. Regularly creating and improving listings not only helps you grow but also keeps you in tune with your niche and audience. And let’s not forget visuals—high-quality photos and videos can make or break a sale, so it’s worth investing in good lighting and staging.
Understanding profit margins, running promotions, and offering stellar customer service are all part of the equation, too. Reviews build trust, so I shared tips on how to get more of them. I also talked about the importance of taking action—learning by doing is the fastest way to grow.
Finally, I discussed the power of email marketing and standing out from the competition. Building a list and nurturing it with valuable content can drive repeat buyers, and finding ways to add value to your niche will set you apart.
This episode was packed with actionable tips to help Etsy sellers succeed. If you’re ready to grow your shop, these 26 strategies are your blueprint to joining the top 1% of sellers.