Before you start an Etsy shop, consider these alternatives (WARNINGS ABOUT ETSY, WHAT TO DO INSTEAD)

If you've been thinking about selling digital products on Etsy, this video might change your mind. I know a lot of you following me want to start an Etsy shop and it's awesome that you want to start a business, but before you start that shop, I want you to watch this video and think about some things.

Starting an Etsy shop isn't for everyone. In this video, I talk about who should start an Etsy shop, the cons of starting an Etsy shop selling digital products, what you need to be successful selling on Etsy, and my recommendations for alternatives.

At the end of the day, I don't want to see people starting an Etsy shop or any other kind of business just because other people are doing it or you're seeing a lot of videos about it on Youtube.

Starting a business is a long-term process that requires some conscious decision-making and evaluation of what your skills actually are, what you can actually create that's unique, and what you're interested in.

I hope this video gives you some perspective on how you can build a business for the long term.

Let me know in the comments if this video was helpful! ❤️️

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro
00:29 Make fast cash?
01:40 How to make true passive income
02:13 Who should start Etsy?
03:39 Do you have this skill?
04:20 Etsy warning 1
05:04 Etsy warning 2
06:00 Etsy warning 3
07:17 How I would sell digital products
08:01 Suggestion 1: digital products
09:21 Suggestion 2: an add on
10:10 Suggestion 3: a lasting business
11:09 Suggestion 4: easiest thing
11:53 Suggestion 5: stack them all

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[DinaLu]

A lot of you following me are interested in starting an Etsy shop, but I don't think it's for everyone. For a lot of you, your time is better spent somewhere else... and I talk about that in this video. Hope this video gives you some perspective ❤

[JHernandezOriol]

This is all 100% true and agree. Thank you! Finally, someone who is keeping it real. Just my assumption, but I believe clickbait influencers talk about how they made x amount of money because they all started it when covid hit, and made tons of money at that time, but now its saturated and they prob aren't making as much money on it, so now they are selling courses and monetizing on social media now as their main source of income. Its misleading for people who want to quit their jobs and start side hustles. It takes A LOT of energy and time for sure! Not as easy as they say.

[Erin_Wilson_Studios]

I'm on the other end of my career (starting again at 55), and I still find your channel--and more specifically, your honesty--helpful. Thanks 🙏🏻

[jocythesempai]

Etsy took 70% of my commissions because they didn't believe my tracking number for my products were good enough...I'm looking for other alternatives because I'm losing more money with Etsy than anything else! Thanks for the video!

[gromit]

Thank you for this video, i was so bummed when i found out i couldnt sell on etsy bc of my country

[milaberi]

Hi Dina! Thank you for your honest opinion. Your video has helped me to sort out my thoughts on my own business. I appreciate you saying all things from your personal experience.

[jasonphoa]

You did it again! Great advice! Many were enticed, jumped in without much thoughts and then went nuts after awhile without much success.

[getfithealthywithvivien]

I think the problem is not with lowering the price because of competition, but adding more value so we can sell for a higher price. 🤔Going to test this out. Thanks for your videos- they’re very inspiring .

[RiahsVoyage]

You are amazing raw and honest. As a new YouTuber I am ready to start a shop in my Niche. You have helped me to understand is this something I want to invest my time into and if so then I need to look at the long-term picture super informative video. I am extremely grateful.

[_Jesuschristcares]

Your explanations are so clear and concise. I feel like I'm in a classroom with a great teacher.❤🙏✅

[thinkmakepush]

hey dina! i've been following your channel for a while now and you always provide such great information! so glad you mentioned having your own website vs selling on etsy. etsy is good but there's SO MUCH competition! driving traffic to your own site is the way to go. plus, you get to keep all the profit instead of giving a percentage to the platform you're selling on.

again, great info! i always enjoy watching your videos!

[doyelroy]

Dina ive been watching you and im going to open my etsy shop soon. I really am thankful for everything you share here. love from india❤🎉

[kcrun]

Love this. So many on here make it seem to easy- it is far far from that.

[editronos]

You are adorable. I just listened whole video with my open mouth lol.

[yaminichetani]

This was a really really helpful video to get a perspective. Thank you!

[valisha.]

you are the best! thanks for your kind sharings 💗

[shellygray]

Hi Dina. I have been watching you since you opened your first Etsy shop. I am a 54 yr women and I must say I see your growth. I agree with this video. I have done everything under the sun to get my Etsy store thriving but still no sales since May. Recently I started dabbling in KDP publishing since August no sales. I feel very discouraged. I thought about Affiliated marketing but I just don't know how to do it. Do you have any advice on how you got started making money doing a affiliate marketing as this online stuff doesn't seem to be selling anything I've literally spent the last five months every weekend working on this cuz I still work a full-time job and no sales.

[dotpenji]

This video offers valuable insights into Etsy shops and alternative business models. Could you share a real-life example of someone who transitioned from considering Etsy to pursuing one of the alternatives you discussed? What impact did this shift have on their journey?

[thelexistudio]

This is helpful. I have my own website but I was wondering if Etsy will help. Thanks for sharing the insights!

[viru]

Hey Dina, 💞
I have signed up for your email list and in recent one you mentioned about less views in comparison to others. But let me tell you get quality views just like your content and even no fake thumbnail or only promotional videos. Your videos really helps us. Thank You❤❤