Internet Sales Tax for Beginners
Aside from accountants and the IRS, very few people are enthusiastic about taxes. But, as an eCommerce business owner, you’re going to be dealing with taxes pretty frequently — as in, all. the. time. While it’s tempting to leave taxes for later rather than sooner, we’re here to say… don’t! Facing your numerical fears doesn’t […]
How to Create a Product Page That Converts
You’ve spent time building your online store, perfecting your products, and launching marketing campaigns. Now it’s time to reap the rewards. But, there’s one problem — when it’s time to click “Buy,” your shoppers are more of the window variety. If your store has plenty of traffic but not enough sales, it may have something to […]
5 Signs It’s Time to Change Your Fulfillment Center
If there’s any indisputable truth to the world of eCommerce and logistics, it’s that things are constantly changing. What worked yesterday might not work today, and what doesn’t work today might work tomorrow. If you’ve stumbled upon this article, chances are that you’ve already chosen your fulfillment match. But, as your business changes (which it […]
Shipping Hazmat Products: What You Need to Know
Your products may be dangerously good, but did you know they can also be actually dangerous? Hazmat (short for hazardous) products contain substances that can be flammable, pressurized, corrosive, or otherwise just plain harmful, which basically means that they pose serious risks during the fulfillment process. From storing to handling to transporting, there’s a lot […]
Shipping Delays: What to Expect & What to Do
No one likes waiting around for a package to arrive. Although delayed deliveries can sometimes indicate a poor choice in shipping methods, they can also point to larger issues at hand. In this article, we’ll be examining what you can look out for — both internally and externally — as well as how you can mitigate […]
How to Connect with Your eCommerce Demographic
It’s time to get social! Kind of. Connecting with your demographic (aka the people most likely to buy your products) is not only essential when it comes to acquiring customers, but also when it comes to keeping them! If this is uncharted territory for you, think of your demographic as the missing piece to the […]
How to Keep Free Shipping Affordable for Your Online Business
eCommerce is easier, faster, and better than ever. However, despite the myriad shipping choices available to the modern customer, one thing is certain: free shipping is king. According to a 2018 survey, 79% of shoppers indicated that free shipping would make them more likely to shop online. That’s one bandwagon you should definitely be hopping […]
6 Crowdfunding Considerations for Product-Based Businesses
Crowdfunding — it’s the way to go, baby. More than ever, businesses are relying on small contributions made by a large number of people in order to get their projects off the ground, and it’s certainly paying off! There are myriad advantages to the crowdfunding life, but here are just a few: low risk launches […]
How You Can Get Started with Selling on Amazon
Who knew that a small online bookstore that started 25 years ago would blossom into one of the world’s biggest tech titans? Amazon’s story is one of innovation, perseverance, and strategic thinking, qualities that have solidified it as the 28th largest company in the world, raking in $87.4 billion dollars in revenue in 2019. Shoppers […]
How to Deal with Hot Weather When Shipping
Ahh, sweet summertime! For most of us, warmer weather means nice beach days and some fun in the sun. But, if you’re a business owner that sells sensitive goods, a hot sunny day is the last thing you’re hoping for. Though it’s not something that the majority of the eCommerce world worries about, a business […]