7 Things to Know BEFORE You Start an E-commerce Business

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From pre-launch campaigns, to getting organic sales, to increasing your ROI using unique marketing tactics, there are so many things a new ecommerce seller should know. If you want to know how to start an ecommerce business in 2020, or the best strategies for ecommerce, this is the video for you. If I had watched this video before starting, I would have saved myself over $20,000 of trial and error.
But seriously, this is the time to start your ecommerce business. There is so much opportunity in this field, and you'll see that the growth is trending upwards year after year. More buyers means a market that is growing too, so private labeling and direct to consumer are booming business opportunities.
I hope you guys find a lot of value out of this video - please comment below if you're thinking about taking the leap. I am so glad I took the risk to start my own ecommerce businesses. Today, they bring in passive income and give my life more excitement. If you have any questions about how to start, make sure to check out my other videos too.
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-Charlie
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[@CharlieChang]

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[@nicolasmarceau3137]

i am currently still in school and since the age of 15 i have been starting businesses, went through a big change in life and lost everything. i am now 20 years old and wanting to start hustling once again, my biggest struggle is staying on one task till the venture is set and ready to go. i want invest in stock, buy in bulk and sell on amazon and other online retailers, to buy upgrade and rent properties & open a mechanic shop on the go. with so many projects on the way, a 850$ paycheck does not go far. but it will get done! wish i grew up around more people like you instead of the ones without a view for the future.

[@Jimmy_Saf]

I hope it works!!!!

[@toby_salami]

Do you do mentoring for people

[@johnalbert1460]

Me , please see my comment in Comments . John Albert . I’m 62 . I’m in a fix and have all day to focus . No experience . Would be starting from scratch .

[@johnalbert1460]

Thank you Charlie Chang .

[@Louibarr]

Everybody reading this you are going to become successful, believe in everything you do

[@CharlieChang]

I agree

[@malcolmy7]

🔥😇✅💰🤑💫🌞🎗

[@clintontriplett158]

Same to you

[@princessjasmine4611]

A fact💯

[@naomio01]

Thank you

[@harolda611]

Ok I learn more in this 16 minute video than in my whole semester of marketing course

[@CharlieChang]

Ayyy

[@mabelcook7629]

Sales people have one of the hardest jobs in the world to do,they deal with rejection on a daily basis. Making a sale comes down to powering through call call email after email and no after no. is there anyone who disagrees with this?

[@joshhackett5722]

Sure the greatest sales people, thinkers, and leaders have also dealt with rejection ,fear, and hard times. They stepped out of their comfort zones and took a chance of succeeding in the face of failure.

[@Lifestylecado]

Yesskirskiii

[@relatablereels246]

Same

[@TonyMontana-pe6vf]

This video was like a revision of my marketing classes when I did my marketing diploma. A nice refresher. A marketing plan is so important.

[@Michael-nj1um]

As a marketing grad, I appreciate its consistent inclusion in your videos. You certainly learned from past mistakes and share this wisdom with the masses. Your videos are filled with value. Congrats on your partnership with Alibaba (this is a big deal)!!! Thanks for the knowledge, Charlie. :) P.S. Give that plant behind you a sip of water 🌱

[@CharlieChang]

I knew someone would call me out on my plant! I'm terrible at watering them. And thank you for your kind words Michael - I hope my mistakes can help you guys avoid making them

[@Patriciovaldivieso]

@@CharlieChang I use an app that tells me when to water them, it works quite well, it is called planta.

[@Tomthetransporter]

Are you going to start one?

[@TrentKennelly]

I think one of my favorite things ABOUT marketing is that it's constantly changing. It makes things challenging but rewarding when it hits.

[@JazminBautista]

Figuring out who you’re “goal buyer” is sometimes overlooked. Awesome video Charlie

[@CharlieChang]

Yup! It helps define you niche down your product as well

[@Lifestylecado]

Yessirskiiii

[@HaloGuy552]

Liked it before watching, can’t wait!

[@rafikbedrani5997]

This was one of the most useful free E-commerce related videos I've ever seen, charlie didn't hold any information. Thank you so much

[@Alexis_Marcelo]

Simple, straight to point video about E-commerce I've seen. Thanks Charlie!

[@CharlieChang]

Thanks Alexis!

[@aaee2683]

I have this idea for almost 3 years it won't leave my head and in the last few weeks this idea structureed itself and evolved in my head...I need to start now!

[@EDIAMINful]

Do it brother! You can do it

[@Filedudeable]

Update?

[@anti0103]

@@EDIAMINfuldid you suceed?

[@louisbadial6578]

Charlie you’re really smart referencing a clients pain and your product being the solution

[@DarkGame-pt6dm]

*ECOMPLAYBOY* was here

[@shriek_howl21]

😒

[@barbarawilliams5015]

Best and most explicit explanation ever, thank you so much brother. You helped me a lot.

[@grixxly_34codm95]

I just got to say that I’m young teenager looking into the world of business and I got to say that this video is very motivating. And it has put clear into my mind on steps I should take to get into this world of business. This video was very helpful and motivating.

[@_777glory9]

how’s it goin ?

[@Filedudeable]

Update?

[@MusicTalentsHub]

“All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” -Walt Disney. Wishing you all the best.

[@lrcjourneyandadventures8098]

Ay GOD make easy and successful your ways

[@taxalv-xe6dn]

I’m 15 learned copywriting for my own benefit hope I can start my brand this summer and buy my mum and dad gifts and make them proud of me inshallah

[@klm9440]

Please share your successes if you do happen to succeed I am curious

[@taxalv-xe6dn]

@@klm9440 unfortunately no

[@marcJoel]

Keep growing

[@eddymartinez7123]

new e-commerce here!! love that your personalized the hell out of this video to what happened with your personal success! you the best

[@Tomthetransporter]

you still running, as an eCommerce?

[@jpi007]

Wow! This is helpful, thanks Charlie!!

[@jjlee101084]

thank you for your input on the ecommerce business start up. it helps me a lot and it also helps confidence for newer ecommerce starters after watching this

[@batoolhijjawi3114]

Charlie, thank you for this great video! It is really amazing and informative. I discovered your channel today and you got a new subscriber!

[@ProsperityGrowthPower]

I think it's important to find a mentorship program that aligns with our specific goals and needs. The concerns is the flood of e-commerce training providers and I'm glad the video provided with valuable insights and practical steps.

[@rheagalsim7497]

Super helpful and great advice. Definitely creating the market/audience for your product/service will help boost your engagement/customer acquisition.

[@Starnova247]

Great video! Had to learn all these things the hard way... especially marketing before you actually launch the product is so important!

[@CharlieChang]

Yeah it feels weird marketing something that doesn't exist, but it's a solid strategy!

[@sukiatwal3762]

how did you learn it the hard way!

[@sukiatwal3762]

how did you market the product, and is there someone you recommend listening to? Or learning from?

[@Tomthetransporter]

How longs your business been going squire?

[@jonasnatalieecom9973]

great value! thanks for sharing Charlie!

[@my365incomedotcom7]

Brilliant info as always!! Thank you!

[@HolisticMoney]

These are such great things to know for not only an e-commerce business but really starting ANY type of business!

[@JuniorJunior-qb2gm]

Do you want to create a website for your business please let me know so I can guide you to create your website. I have made a blog post

[@johnericco7224]

This is so useful. Thank you Charlie!

[@Sammykaybaby]

Thanks so much, this was really insightful and helpful. You’re a saviour. 🙏🤝

[@jessicabutler9869]

I needed to see this video, to know the step by step, it's given me a new mine step about where to start.

[@trixiemp890]

Thank you this is truly helpful to someone who is about to start her e-commerce business 🎉

[@sammacfarlane5719]

Great video man helps so much!!

[@youhappybro6627]

Found a lot of value in this video, thank you

[@Zo-hc2fn]

there is the classic store with brick and mortar let's call it 1.0 in this store, products almost never change and the owner chose the products it is boring now, there must be a new store let's call it 2.0 in this store, products always change and people choose the products there will be via an app on the app, there is a huge catalog, people choose the products that will show up in the store the store is constantly being supplied with the products people choose

[@rdecom6423]

Amazing content as usual! Thank you,

[@moneyboost5554]

So amazing! I should consider that in my next VIDS. 😉

[@TheEffortlessMan]

This video was a great resource and eye-opener into the world of e-commerce. Thanks Charlie!

[@Tomthetransporter]

Do you own one, i'm trying to get into the eCommerce world but don't know where to start.

[@7Vibes2Passion]

Really appreciate you sharing your trials and errors!

[@farkhatmuratuly7433]

thanks for informative video, Charlie!

[@GEOsustainable]

One of those that get listened to many times.

[@massimorosu1903]

nice video u gave me a lot ideas and understanding about marketing and generally e comerce keep this up!

[@bombaybeats267]

I watched the whole video. Thank you for all the insight.

[@DanielaBoard72]

This is a great video. Thank you so much for the info.

[@Jimmy_Saf]

Great video my man!

[@nicholaslssnysten3214]

damnn, this video is better than all the other e commerce videoes on youtube combined.

[@audioforu5328]

Great video keep grinding 🔥

[@rickyoung3994]

Thank you for sharing this video. Ext remely helpful for someone like me who is thinking about the e-commerce venture.

[@samarakiosk8726]

i have a small business planning to start ecommerce this is a huge help

[@SizweJambela]

Thnak you for sharing. Much appreciated.

[@ivoryquays6661]

Excellent content. Great presentation. Kudos.

[@atampuri69]

Thank you so much for these important tips.

[@chain695]

I’m a teenager and I’m really interested in making an e commerce company when I’m older, so I just watch videos like this so it’ll give me a head start 😀

[@richy7543]

Hey me too

[@gumtree5368]

@@richy7543 me three

[@Jaykzi]

Me foure

[@mehnamesjoe]

Me 5th

[@EmbraceD1gnityonthedaily0988]

same man were on the same road!

[@almazabraha]

Wow! This is very helpful thank you!

[@makesaveinvest1401]

You bring up so many good points!! E-commerce is growing bigger and bigger!! Amazing!!🙌

[@niyadelise]

Absolutely loveee this video!

[@cornelljohnson7854]

Thanks, super information!

[@rafaeltriminio2643]

In order to "Create a Story" I recommend you "Start with Why-Simon Sinek", great book. A perspective changer. Cheers

[@Zo-hc2fn]

there is the classic store with brick and mortar let's call it 1.0 in this store, products almost never change and the owner chose the products it is boring now, there must be a new store let's call it 2.0 in this store, products always change and people choose the products there will be via an app on the app, there is a huge catalog, people choose the products that will show up in the store the store is constantly being supplied with the products people choose

[@walterhammond5638]

This is very informative & useful specially for beginners.

[@bangrecords4346]

It's good to learn all this! 🙏

[@clydewarrengovender4111]

Bro! I didn't expect to walk into an Alibaba Ad!

[@rosiebooth]

Thank you so much for this video! My Facebook feed and Instagram has been flooded with different companies offering $$ training to start e-commerce. I'm happy to pay for mentorship but I don't want to jump on just any bandwagon. And I'm weary of the hype some of them produce could be a red flag that they are and can get over saturated with newbies and not really be a good fit for me. The way you went through some simple steps and mentioned the things you do differently now from when you started was really awesome. Thank you!

[@missedmyself]

Everything you need to know can be found online for free, so majority of those companies offering training are just trying to get money out of newbies

[@mahhingaminggate4685]

thanks brother this is really helpful

[@leforjoseph5371]

Well said, you don't know until yi try 👍

[@ronnysusanto6755]

Very informative! Thank you!!

[@sanitashair]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much - I appreciate your help so much. Have the product I believe in but I need to market it better.

[@lunarpolarbear3179]

thank you brother and have a nice day and pls make another content like this

[@voltairepabustan]

Thank you for sharing!

[@sazedayaz9099]

Such a good Video thank you!

[@kikawrites2215]

Thank you for this great video 🙏🙏🙏

[@sherslow505]

Very informative. Thank you

[@Cosmos_m3]

Started my business at 15 I now own a 98 BMW M3 and owned a 97 M3 2001 bmw ZHP and a 2006 X5 and a 99 Z/28 Camaro 👍🏼

[@m7mdmi]

Hey man I’m 18 at the moment and interested in starting my own business the thing is I’m clueless in how I should start or what should i do exactly, can u help a brother out just a small tip or advice would be appreciated ♥️

[@lukedallow7425]

@@m7mdmi same as me, I want to start but I’m also clueless to what I should do exactly.

[@tirefire26dooppee66]

@@m7mdmi Same here and what do we do for taxes? Is there a certain amount of income we need to be making where we pay taxes and how do I calculate that doing an e-commerce business?

[@thejidiots6420]

Damn bro hmu and help me out lol

[@Cosmos_m3]

Hey guys sorry I haven’t seen this and basically what I did is started selling shoes and little things like that then went up to more expensive designer items and from that I could afford my first car and I ended up selling it and just moving up and up I’m not sure what type of business you guys want but I repair and buy and sell cars and I still do shoes and stuff on the side!

[@gracebear]

Thank you for sharing. I am planning on opening my own store.

[@taskivi]

Did you open your store? How is it doing so far?

[@JuicedShorts]

Great video!

[@TheIcelandicInvestor]

How did you get Alibaba to sponsor you? That's pretty sweet 😀

[@CharlieChang]

They reached out! Cool to work with a company I've used for the last 5 years :D

[@TheIcelandicInvestor]

@@CharlieChang Okay they reached out? That's cool, you are apparently moving up in the world ;)

[@danielmelese3776]

thank you so much it realy would help me

[@dannynas9917]

Thank you Charlie. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@bgentsja6762]

Good stuff. I like the first hand experience on the topic. Keep sharing!

[@CharlieChang]

Thank you!!

[@itskayladanielle]

This is real talk !

[@uriahpym7286]

Thanks great vid 🙂

[@absolutecrypto95]

This was an awesome video

[@uswazahra6588]

i think this topic is good how to know before i am start e-commerce business. now i have done this business . i think this businnes a good because simple businnes and this business is crisis resistant because in a state of corona pandemic like now this business can survive. because this business by online.

[@emmantanyan]

I wish I had known this before I started my E-Commerce business. Now struggling with sales and shifted to being officially unemployed by next week!😅 Anyways thanks bro! Your videos are so helpful, inspiring and great!👏👏👏

[@Zo-hc2fn]

there is the classic store with brick and mortar let's call it 1.0 in this store, products almost never change and the owner chose the products it is boring now, there must be a new store let's call it 2.0 in this store, products always change and people choose the products there will be via an app on the app, there is a huge catalog, people choose the products that will show up in the store the store is constantly being supplied with the products people choose

[@austinfarris7510]

why would you even start a e-commerce business without a daily job? quit daily job when you’re proven to have daily income to support your bills man

[@lucimendez7332]

@@austinfarris7510 EXACTLY. You always have to have back up income smh

[@tortureddummies1672]

@@austinfarris7510 truth

[@aiuwhdawiou]

This was a very well made video. Thank you for making this.

[@codyfarmer9615]

Social Camp Greatest label /brand 💼

[@two-zero]

Thank you, Charlie Chang

[@allitaylor1742]

Starting TODAY !!!!

[@Banban_tv]

Love it you are a beast 💪

[@nicoleburke2426]

You are The Best 👍💯

[@cmbvirtualsolutions5197]

Great content. Try SEO to boost your online presence.

[@albertosierra7351]

Damn you’re clothing brand was dope too.

[@kamalamuchhu7888]

Good video.. explanation is too good

[@surveytestmoney2550]

I was told that don't ship and that you had to find your own logistics company. One huge problem I have w/dealing w/ China is the same exact thing every other non Chinese speaking buyer encounters, language barrier! Communicating is difficult

[@farahfahrunnisa8199]

Hello I am from Indonesia, I am glad to watch your video This is so helpful to me, because I wanna start to begin business if I graduate from my university. And I wanna use online shop to my Selling Clothes, Especially woman clothes, because in Indonesia woman clothes became needs.

[@pinnedunboxtherapy8458]

Thank you for watching,and showing love! I really appreciate it ❤️🚀for more guidance. And to join my mentorship course. T•E•X•TW•H•A•T.A•P•P‪ (:+•1 •2•1•3•7•8•5•7•4•0•3‬•:)

[@GlowandVibes]

Like I was already gonna watch the video but it helps when the teacher is fine

[@pywifishingandoutdoors]

Charlie, do you find it that personal unique brand building is more important, or what chasing trends and top sellers? And where did you source your old business athletic fabric?

[@Zo-hc2fn]

there is the classic store with brick and mortar let's call it 1.0 in this store, products almost never change and the owner chose the products it is boring now, there must be a new store let's call it 2.0 in this store, products always change and people choose the products there will be via an app on the app, there is a huge catalog, people choose the products that will show up in the store the store is constantly being supplied with the products people choose

[@jovannapersson-aviles1249]

Great tips!

[@johanmoreta5949]

Hey @CharlieChang honestly man i recommend whenever you are ready to start a little class or something for people getting into ecommerce im the type of people the learns better with a guide who knows how that might end up

[@Brandon_4789]

great video!

[@sdoron79]

Thank you for the vid

[@DK-fh6gr]

Thank you very much! 🥰🤗

[@kellenmcclure4098]

Hey Charlie! Love the vids! What are your thoughts on DROPSHIPPING compared to AMAZON FBA? Thanks!

[@Zo-hc2fn]

there is the classic store with brick and mortar let's call it 1.0 in this store, products almost never change and the owner chose the products it is boring now, there must be a new store let's call it 2.0 in this store, products always change and people choose the products there will be via an app on the app, there is a huge catalog, people choose the products that will show up in the store the store is constantly being supplied with the products people choose