Do These Ten Things (Right Now) to Get Ready for Q4 - Part 1 - Episode 5

[@KimByers]

Goodness! Thank you so much for the PJ tip! ❤

[@shawnalynn2083]

You are so welcome!

[@slouisefloyd]

I saw you on Cassie Johnson's video and I love your story. You gave me another reason to keep going today thank you

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thank you bunches for taking a second to comment! I am so glad you found some motivation with me!

[@Barculocity]

Number #1: I completely disagree with that last comment you got, you are not loud AT ALL!! I absolutely love the way you present your videos, you do not come off as screaming on my end!! I am always so excited to see when you have a new video available. Your content is AMAZING! Please do not take this to heart and allow this person to bring you down, or change. I decided not to respond directly to that person because I am not trying to bring negativity to your comments section or cause an argument. Number #2: Can you please share your thoughts on the FTC deceptive sales section since I know so many of us run sales continuously and KZbinrs express to do that? Either in this comment or a video specifically on this topic? The more I have read about this I feel like I need to do an overhaul on my shop and update all nearly 1000 listings to increase pricing and get them off of a sale. I read they need to be made at a non-sale price for roughly 90 days before running sales. I would like to get your take on this. TIA!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there Jennifer! On your Number ! - I so appreciate that! Thanks bunches for taking a minute to send those encouraging words! And on your Number Two - I also run sales and only have my sales drop for a few hours to maybe a day at a time every so often. I will do some more research on this... it has been on my radar too! I'll keep you posted!

[@Barculocity]

Thanks!🙂@@shawnalynn2083

[@noidea6512]

Shawna, I have recently found your channel, thank you for such great content! Would you share please - on how many products do you put your designs? When you make a design - do you put it on a tshirt, sweatshirt, Bella Canvas, Comfort Colors - all at once?

[@Alfred_the_doodler]

Thank you so much. I def need to get on hyper drive for my store

[@shawnalynn2083]

We got this! Let's make this Q4 count!

[@Laflaqua-hg5yx]

I wanted to come back here and report that you have helped me to reduce my anxiety and get better sleep, literally!! I was so anxious about how to fund big orders (if I'm lucky enough to have that problem) and I spent days and weeks researching and calling different banks to find out if I could get another credit card (I'm not from the US). But the magic word here is "daily payouts", no idea they existed. But I confirmed, they do. I can cope with 500$ or even a 1000$ revenue per day, and that way I put it back towards my printify balance. You and Tucker are literally saving lives over here 😅 So, Thank you Shawna!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! I know this can be such a concern! I am so glad this tip helped you! The fact that I could help put some of your anxiety at ease makes me so happy!

[@MileyonDisney]

Hello. Have you noticed in searches that Etsy now only shows the first key-phrase? It ends at the first comma. "He is risen", a phrase from the Bible, is trademarked. Crazy! You mean I gotta write these tips down? I was hoping for a screen grab. I didn't keep notes! If there's a pop quiz, Ima be in TRUBBLE! Thanks for another awesome video, Ms. Simply Shawna! Girl, you so funny, with them glasses!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hi Miley! LOL! I should have put a nice list together for you to screen shot! HAHA. Pop quiz won't be until after the the next 5 things on the checklist... so get ready!

[@jamierobinson2514]

I want those holiday glasses!

[@janelopez7010]

Thank you for your videos! I will probably get your Q4 guide soon! :)

[@shawnalynn2083]

You are so welcome Jane! I am so glad you are enjoying the content!

[@Iheartyt5596]

Recently learned mommy and me and mom and me are trade marked and I had this everywhere took a while to take them down.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Right! I have had to take phrases out of a bunch of items a couple of times! Total hassle!

[@babyblue7798]

love your energy and your glasses!

[@shawnalynn2083]

1Thank you so much 😀. It was fun to get Chritmased up!

[@artscee1458]

Thanks for the video! Love the Christmas glasses!

[@shawnalynn2083]

LOL! It was fun to get into the Christmas spirit for the video!

[@MissMolly3377]

The credit card issue is what has been keeping me back, thank you for talking about this. 😊

[@shawnalynn2083]

No problem Miss Molly! I am glad it was helpful!

[@williammeadors1720]

Thanks for all the help you offer through your videos! What is the best way to price shipping on group orders?

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hi there William! I like to start them out at break even pricing which winds up getting you a profit sense people are usually ordering you more than one. After about 15 sales I start raising them to profit pricing. Hope this helps!

[@mylittlgreenhouseau]

Smashed that like button before the video started 😊

[@mindymcbride6044]

Thanks for the info Shawna! Just a note "onesie" (it was on the price list you showed) is also a TM and I've heard from a other KZbinr that Gerber definitely monitors Etsy for that word.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there Mindy! Great tip! I have mentioned this is some of my videos too and I personally do NOT use it! I should have hunted around for another example so no one got confused by it! Best to stay away from the word "onsie" even in the drop down menu! Baby bodysuit is the way to go!

[@prescillagcon]

I started listing a week ago. This is my first ever q4 and I feel like I’m too late 😭 your videos are like kick in the butt to keep going

[@shawnalynn2083]

Whoo hoo! I love it Prescilla! And it is not to late! Just keep at it!

[@sonz4205]

Thank you so much Shawna!! You’re a huge inspiration ❤. Love Tucker with the red nose 😂 xx

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thank you so much!! I am glad you enjoyed this video... and Tucker's tip! LOL

[@katrinalynnmiller]

The Q4 guide is very helpful.

[@shawnalynn2083]

I am so glad you are enjoying the Q4 resource Katrina! It was so much fun to put together and a total work of heart!

[@barkhaavijay]

Thanks Shawna! Loved watching your videos, can you please make a video on how to handle returns and exchanges. Would really appreciate that ❤

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! I am so glad you are finding value with me! That is a great suggestion!

[@brenthulst5413]

Great information and I look forward to your next video. Thank you for finally exlaining about the kids PJ issue that happened last year. I got items removed and was very confused about it. I sold those nightgown style onsies that had elastic openings on the bottom for infants taken down as "not within the rules of Etsy." Meanwhile there are entire shops built on that same product that can have personalized names put on them but they are still very active. I only had a couple of those and just took them all down while also making sure the word "onesie" was nowhere on my shop. Etsy never gave that explaination and it would've been helpful if they had.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! Yes! We had to do some digging to figure it all out! But definitely good to know about the whole pajama thing.

[@PowerofPODwRileigh]

Great video Shawna! Can’t wait for part 2

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thanks Rileigh! I should have it ready for you for next week!

[@hannahjoy4857]

Idk why, but Christmas is so intimidating to me. It's so huge and saturated that I feel like there's no way anyone will see my items. 6:43 I'm excited to hear the rest of this series.

[@shawnalynn2083]

You got this Hannah!

[@llane375]

Cool video!!!!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thank you!

[@bosslifebeauty]

Working on xmas today, your videos are so helpful and inspiring! There are others out there teaching etsy but the magic is you Shawna ❤! Edited to say to others reading I purchsed Shawnas the Q4 guide guys it has helped me so much already, especially love the calendar and ideas! So worth it!

[@shawnalynn2083]

What a nice comment! Thank you bunches! And I as so glad you are enjoying the Q4 resource! I put a lot of effort and love into it and that was the goal! Makes me so happy it is helping you prepare!

[@supportivedogtraining]

I agree that taking courses excelerates us to becoming better at our profession, however, I am writing just to let you know that simply your story+Authenticity + effort + genuine personality is what "sold" me. Sisters in the #jeeplife and yet you have so much more to offer. Your honesty and sincere energy that comes across the video , motivates and inspired. Keep going. You're beautiful 😍 if you're ever in AZ, please reach out. I'm a multi-skilled person, we could find things to talk about. Much love! ❤

[@JenniferAY]

I agree!!!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there Kelsey! Thank you so much for this super kind comment! Can't tell you how much your kind words mean to me! I am wishing you so much success and .... GO JEEP GIRLS! Arizona is beautiful!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thank you Jennifer!

[@gladsmd]

It's so merry i love your decorations 😂

[@shawnalynn2083]

Christmas is so much fun! Let's get ready for Q4!

[@personalguntrainer]

Pucker up for that little tucker-the-red-nosed-doggie!!! he's too cute !!!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Love it! I can't wait to get some more Christmasy Tucker takes!

[@CYPRESSGAL1975]

Hi Shawna! I bought your teacher guide and love it. I plan to buy your Q4 guide today. I am hoping that you will make one for first, second, third quarter for holiday or other niches besides teachers. I would totally buy every one! They really help me to focus where I need to be. I've never experienced A.D.D. until I started in the world of POD...LOL I have watched a lot of KZbinrs regarding POD and while I have learned a lot from other KZbinrs, I feel like I have received the most value from you and Cassiy. Thanks for everything you do!!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there Cypressgal! I am so glad you love it and that it helps you to focus! Thanks bunches for the kind words:) I so appreciate that and am so glad you are finding value with me!

[@tanyafaisal1903]

Shawna, your videos continue to be so inspiring and valuable! Thanks for the heads up on the potential POD credit card overdraft situation during Q4! Hopefully, that’ll be a problem one day, lol. As an update, I recently crossed 100 listings, 25 sales, and $650 in Etsy revenue (started about 4 months ago and just started ramping up now that the kids are in school). You always make me feel like growth is possible, so thank you!

[@shawnalynn2083]

You are so welcome! Thank you for the kind words! And your progress is AWESOME! Congrats 100 listings and 25 sales! I am wishing you so many cha=chings this holiday season!

[@kathiee.2013]

I never would have thought of #1! I hope Q4 is a great problem for me, too. I’ll check my credit card lines of credit! 😊

[@shawnalynn2083]

I am wishing you so much success this Q4!

[@tiffanybell303]

Thank you Shawna. I have your q4 guide and teacher guide. I do use them both but as always I feel like I should be doing more and get lost sometimes

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hi Tiffany! I am so glad you are finding them helpful! Just take it one task at a time and it will add up to lots of progress over time!

[@staciphelps4034]

Shawna I LOVE the Q4 Resource! Just downloaded it and it is just a crazy amount of content that I will refer to for years to come! Launching my store sometime over the next couple of weeks so I needed to see where it would be most profitable to focus at this time. Tell Tucker he's the best!!

[@nenam.6441]

Hey Shawna, do you have a calendar with all the deadlines for the different holidays? When design period, when to upload listings,..

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! I have one focused on Q4. I will leave a link to it here. I am working on a more generic one with listing dates for the whole year and hope to have it out by the beginning of December. I will keep you posted! stan.store/simplyshawna/p/getting-ready-for-q4-

[@ibendivanno4270]

You’re so funny, great personality 😀

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thank you! I am so glad you joined us for the premiere today!

[@JenniferAY]

Video ideas: Explain on these 'cores' and 'aesthetics' I keep seeing. I have no clue! Trash core? Academia core? Book core? I'm so lost with all of this!! Or maybe you could do a set of shorts? I think you would be great at explaining all of these!

[@dodalton1]

I wrote a review on another video but here's a quick one again. I purchased the Q4 Resource and have found it to be very helpful. I like (and need!) a good blueprint with goals and mile markers, and Shawna definitely provides that here. A great little tool to help stay on track and to find inspiration when the creative well feels a little depleted. For me, this has been a great investment. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@shawnalynn2083]

I am so glad you are enjoying the Q4 resource! And I really appreciate you sharing your good experience here! I really enjoyed putting it together and put a lot of work getting everything in my head laid out nicely so it makes me so happy that you are loving it!

[@kathiee.2013]

Happy HallowThanksMas! 😊

[@shawnalynn2083]

LOL Kathiee! Yes!

[@bernadinecafferkey6122]

Hi Shawna, thank you for yet another fantastic video. You definitely stand out from the crowd on KZbin! Can you do a tutorial on making group listings? Take care and Thanks again.

[@MyBodyIsMyTemple]

Shawna I resonated with your story when you were being interviewed by Cassiy. I’m currently unemployed. I live with two people, both with narcissistic tendencies. They are not bad people and these tendencies come from childhood trauma BUT I just need to be on my own. They are unstable, especially one of them… it’s really rough to watch. I’m putting my all and I know it’s just a matter of time when my shop is successful. I definitely hope it happens sooner than later, especially because of my situation. Nonetheless, I’m a very persistent person when it’s something I’m passionate about. That’s why I know it’s just a matter of time because I’m not going to stop until this takes off. There’s just no quitting whatsoever, and that is a fact. I can get by with $2,000 a month 🙏🙏🙏🙏 that’s my minimum goal.

[@shawnalynn2083]

I am wishing you so much success! It sounds like you have the right energy and just are not going to be stopped! I love that!

[@Jojorocks23]

What a difficult situation you are in. Stay strong… read Louise Hay on how to find your place of peace, and pray for better accommodations. Believe in yourself. God bless. “If you can see it in your mind, you can hold it in your hand.” Steve Harvey and his vision boards.

[@katrinalynnmiller]

If you have several cards connected in Printful, when one maxes out will the next one listed be used?

[@sammiesueblessed]

Yes Katrina. They'll try and use the second card you have on file to process the order.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thanks for chiming in Sammie!

[@JanSavageDesigns]

Thanks Shawna. Love the content, your energy and your spirit! You make me smile!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thanks Jan! This was such a sweet comment!

[@thejewelryspot9969]

Your story is so inspiring!

[@shawnalynn2083]

I am so glad you are finding value with me and that I can be a source of inspiration for you!

[@magickmica]

Love your videos. Needed this one right now. 🌠🌟⭐🤩 Keep it Up!!! You are a STAR.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thank you! I'm so glad you enjoyed this one!

[@jodicravens7039]

Shawna! Awesome info, thank you! Do you ever do shop reviews?

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there Jodi! I'm so glad you enjoyed this one! I don't but I have been thinking about doing KZbin videos where I can do shop reviews for those who are interested in it. I will keep you posted!

[@jayjayf9699]

I’m confused about creative fabrica license , can you mix two or more svgs to make a design? What’s your ingredients when you use creative fabrica?

[@LatoyaAntonia_]

Shawna, your videos are excellent and so helpful! Be buying your Q4 resource today. I had a question... My predominant niche is the Christian niche and as most popular designs in that niche across the board are short scriptures I was wondering if you had any thoughts on how to cross-niche well? Huge Blessings, Latoya 🤎

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there Latoya! Christian niche is a fantastic niche to design in! You can cross niche it with any holiday and lots of other thing too! Get creative and try some out! Definitely do the scripture ones and try other design styles out too!

[@LatoyaAntonia_]

@@shawnalynn2083 Thank you Shawna 🤎

[@AliChLive]

Best content on KZbin

[@shawnalynn2083]

Thanks bunches!

[@rn3074]

What do you do if you have listings from last year with the word "pajamas" in the listings? Should we go back and change it if we had sales on the items? Would that mess up the SEO and ranking? Thanks!

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! I would go back and change the word pajamas! Better to alter the ranking than to get it deactivated altogether.

[@rn3074]

@@shawnalynn2083 Thank you so much!

[@DownerIsland]

That's a hell of a fortune lol. Funny how things try to guide you on a certain path.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Right!?! What a perfect fortune cookie!

[@AliChLive]

Very honest lady

[@shawnalynn2083]

So glad you enjoyed this one!

[@AliChLive]

@@shawnalynn2083 shawana can you please guide best website you use for print on demand I am doing working on PL but I want to start on POD I need your guidance where to start which supplier you use for printing and which websites are best for this please like new members who wants to start a business but they don’t know about designing but have good designer and what’s next how we can continue a good business on POD please waiting for your reply regular listener and follower of your channel

[@AliChLive]

@@shawnalynn2083 Your content is so valuable we are learning a lot and we do appreciate your efforts many peoples learning every day from your skills

[@sammiesueblessed]

Really appreciate the credit card and funds portion of this video Shawna. I was wondering myself how a new seller deals with a sudden influx of orders. Honestly, that has worried me a little bit at times because I have two credit cards (I applied when I started this journey a few months ago) and my limits are relatively small. One is $500 and the other is $300. Sooo.. kinda hoping (as much as I'd love a HUGE amount of orders come in) that they come in at a slow progression so I can keep up. Lol. ♥

[@MissMolly3377]

That is my issue, too. I was wondering if you can do Paypal, so I could link another card to that. I have no idea what to do.

[@sammiesueblessed]

Well, you could def try the Paypal route. I'm not entirely sure how that works, as I only have my paypal linked to my Printify. However! She did say you could adjust your account on Etsy so that you could be cashed out daily instead of weekly. If they allow it (which I hope they do, because I did hear about the funds being put on hold for many many sellers right now on the platform) then that would easily be a way to keep up with the sales happening and paying off your credit card charges every other day to a few days to keep up with the demand.@@MissMolly3377

[@Katsmom6]

I have the same issue. I don’t have credit cards and have a small budget at the moment. 😅 I’m a bit worried about Q4. Loans aren’t an option so it’ll be interesting.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there guys! I am glad you found this part of the video helpful! I may do a bit more digging and brainstorming and so another video for you! I am wishing you all so much success... BUT that you are able to keep up with it! I'm thinking you should get your Etsy pay out daily!

[@janelopez7010]

@@shawnalynn2083 yes please do another video if possible on this. Even with Etsy pay out daily, on the weekends we will have to wait 3-4 days for payment.

[@babyblue7798]

Shawna, i work fulltime. I dont know what will i do if Q4 generates orders for me but I won't have the time to personalize these? do you recommend Hello Custom?

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! I haven't tried it yet BUT I am totally looking forward to! I would absolutely suggest giving that a try!

[@Laflaqua-hg5yx]

Hey lovely Shawna ❤ What would be a regular profit margin? 30% ? I would love a video on how to get more profit vs. a ton of videos on how to get more sales. I’m getting the sales but struggling with making it profitable 🤓

[@LuKaa316]

28% is good. Ads are not included. If you plan to spend on ads you should be getting 25% profit for $3 daily ad budget.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! I have been starting my listings out at break even pricing and raising the price to profit pricing as they sale. I have two videos that go more into this if you are looking for more info. On shirt my profit is about 7 dollars and on sweatshirts it is about 12!

[@Laflaqua-hg5yx]

@@shawnalynn2083 Thank you so so much!!

[@janine11112]

Great video. So if you change Etsy to pay you daily, I’m assuming you can also pay off your credit card daily as well to provide more card limit? Also for clarification, you can use the key word “pajamas” but you can’t sell Youth, Toddler, or Baby sizes?

[@Laflaqua-hg5yx]

Confirming I checked and it is possible daily!! At least on my screen. So thats a game changer. That way you can take that money and put it as credit on your printify account every day and it should not be such a burden on you to keep up.

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there Janine! Yes to the credit card question! And YES to the pajama question as fare as I understand it! Hope this helps!

[@GaleBatesmymentorbiz]

I can't find the link to your Etsy Store??

[@cindyleinwand5062]

Hi Shawna - thanks for another informative video! Where on Etsy do we check to find out info about participating in the Christmas Season sales? I was searching thru Etsy community but couldn't find any info. I was curious whether you have to put your entire shop on sale to participate or if you can have different sections on sale? Thanks!!

[@CraftyCapsWildPrints]

Last weekend I got more sells than I have ever had. I had to borrow money just to fulfill them 😅. It's really slowed down these last few days tho 😢

[@shawnalynn2083]

THat is awesome!!!! Keep rounding out your shop and the sales will keep getting more consistent through many of the months! Congrats!

[@melissad8824]

How does listing early work if shoppers aren't shopping for Christmas yet, so they're not giving your Christmas listing activity? Doesn't this hurt the listing in the Etsy algorithm?

[@shawnalynn2083]

Hey there! I have actually been getting pretty regular Christmas sales sense July. People are looking and interacting with it! Plus you are giving the algorithm good signs about you in that niche if you are listing regularly over time. Hope this helps!

[@StarAlchemy]

#teamTucker #sucker4Tucker #TeamTuckerCam 😻🥰💘🐾

[@shawnalynn2083]

I love your hashtags!!!! #Sucker4Tucker! Love it!

[@rosemelychacon7892]

❤❤❤

[@shawnalynn2083]

I am so glad you enjoyed this one!

[@christyh]

I really enjoy your enthusiasm but I just can't watch very long because I feel like you're screaming! Pretend you're sitting on the couch next to someone and just talk normally.. you can still have excitement without screaming

[@lala012310]

😂😂😂😂 Ok