How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy

Lizzie Smiley
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If you want to launch, grow, pivot, or scale your Etsy shop--- or you've always wanted to develop the mindset and skills to run your own business--- then this podcast is for you. I've had that entrepreneurial spirit going strong since my very first lemonade stand, and now I'm a work-at-home Mama with multiple online companies and a full time Etsy shop--- all while being present with my kids for the everyday chaos and most important milestones. On this podcast—we'll talk about all things business, mindset, Etsy, creativity, dazzling our customers—and so much more. There's plenty of room at this table for you—so skootch on in and let's go! I'm holding nothing back.

  1. 4h ago

    Ep 238 | The Kind of Etsy Conversation You Only Get Behind the Scenes - with Laura Geissert

    In this behind-the-scenes conversation, Laura and I get real about what it actually looks like to build a PNG shop on Etsy—from her workflow and design process to what's been working for quick success. We talk through her growth, how she found momentum, and the small shifts that made a big difference.If you've been wanting a more honest, unfiltered look at Etsy success, this one's for you.  **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  Profittree Link (lifetime access $67):  https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87  Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s   Try Kittl: https://kittl.pxf.io/y22q9N    One on One Etsy Coaching with Laura: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/private-etsy-coaching   Previous Episode with Laura: Ep #195 How to Sell POD and Digital Products in the Same Etsy Shop -with Laura Geissert: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/195    HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/233 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure A quick heads up — this episode includes a paid sponsor mention.

    55 min

  2. Jun 11

    Ep 237 | If You're Guessing What to Sell…Listen to This - with EcomHannah

    In this coffee chat with founder of Profittree Hannah Gardner, we're talking all about data based decisions and using research to help you launch, grow, and scale your Etsy shop. We also walk through the tools I recommend for beginners (and why), including how to know which level of Profitree makes sense for you. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  ➡️ Use discount code: lizzie2601 for 67% OFF 1 billing period on ProfitTree PRO or GROWTH Plan Upgrade Profittree:  https://profittree.io/?via=lizzie85  ➡️ Video breakdown of Pro vs Lifetime a plan:  https://www.loom.com/share/42aff239941f4d9c809a10f61a1a9ea9    🌟FIND HANNAH: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EcomHannah Hannah upcoming Podcast IG Link: https://www.instagram.com/theunwellceo/   HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/237 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure A quick heads up — this episode includes a paid sponsor mention.

    57 min

  3. Jun 4

    Ep 236 | How Handmade Sellers Turn In-Person Markets Into Etsy Growth - with Ginny Bracht

    This week we're discussing how handmade sellers can actually leverage in-person markets along with Etsy to create real, sustainable growth. Ginny shares how she went from just 36 sales in 3 years to increasing her views by over 200%, and building a system that makes markets feel fun instead of overwhelming. If you've ever felt scattered trying to juggle Etsy and in-person selling, this episode will show you how to make them work together. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    FIND GINNY : Pottery newsletter: https://ginny-bracht-art.kit.com/pottery-newsletter Art for wellbeing newsletter: https://ginnybracht.com/newsletter  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginnybrachtart/   HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/236 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

    55 min

  4. May 28

    Ep 235 | Answering Etsy FAQs

    This Etsy FAQ episode is a DO NOT MISS for sellers. We're answering your biggest questions about Etsy SEO, Etsy Ads, starting a second shop, taxes, and more — with honest, practical advice to help you grow smarter and faster on Etsy.  **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  DFY Shop Accelerator Info: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/dfy-shop-accelerator  Kittl Automation Video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1patYonJeHs  Private Etsy Coaching: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/private-etsy-coaching  Google Flow (Use Nano Banana Pro for free!): https://labs.google/fx/tools/flow    HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/235 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

    55 min

  5. May 21

    Ep 234 | Beginner's Guide to Meta Ads for Scaling Etsy Sellers – with Jackie Ellis

    Today we're diving into Meta ads with Jackie Ellis– and this is the beginner-friendly breakdown Etsy sellers have been needing. We cover how Meta ads actually work, when it makes sense to use them, what kind of products perform best, and how to avoid wasting money while you figure it out. Tune in and finally make ads make sense. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  20 AI Design Courses for $20: https://lizziesmiley.samcart.com/products/20-for-20    FIND JACKIE: Free Meta Ads training: http://www.soworthit.co/easyads  So Worth It Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-worth-it/id1601111286    HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/234 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

    46 min

  6. May 14

    Ep 233 | She Used Pinterest to Hit 13,000+ Etsy Sales –with Emily Moravec

    Did you know that Pinterest is the BEST free tool that Etsy sellers can leverage to send tons of traffic to their listings? Emily is a Pinterest for Etsy expert who created over 13,000 personal Etsy sales using the power of Pinterest. Tune in to hear her tips, story, and strategy that can level up your Etsy success to new heights with 3 months of focused, consistent effort.  **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  Join Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society  SPECIAL DISCOUNT:  Get $50 off your first month with code EMILY50   Try Everbee Free:  https://www.everbee.io/?via=lizzie   Emily's last episode: #181 $3k per month on Etsy with Digital Exercise Guides --with Emily Moravec:  https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/181    Hanna's Episode (very niche: tea kits): #227: Squirrel Syndrome Can Lead to Massive (Repeated) Etsy Success -with Hanna McComish: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/227    Alex's Episode (sensory kits– drove her own traffic): #222: How Driving Her Own Traffic Sparked Faster Organic Etsy Sales - with Alex Chavez https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/222    FIND EMILY: @emmypins    HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/233 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

    54 min

  7. May 7

    Ep 232 | How Her Original Art Got Her Invited to Etsy HQ - with Melissa Mary Jenkins

    Melissa Mary Jenkins is back on the podcast sharing all about her experience visiting the Etsy Headquarters after her original art made waves on Etsy. Listen in to hear what the new CEO is really like, what Etsy is actually focused on, and how you can build a successful art business, too.  **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  Previous Episode with Melissa: Ep 169 "How this Artist Built a Thriving Etsy Business Selling her Original Artwork https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/169  Check out the video of the workshop at Etsy:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-t3qcf184o  Free Ads Masterclass: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/request-etsy-ads-masterclass    FIND MELISSA: Insta: @melissamaryjenkinsart www.melissamaryjenkins.com​   HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/232 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

    1h 1m

  8. Apr 30

    Ep 231 | The Trend Strategy My Students Use to Get Sales Faster

    If you're tired of guessing what to create on Etsy, this episode is for you! I'm walking you through why leveraging trends is a brilliant strategy for new Etsy sellers, who they work best for, and the top 5 trends dominating the Etsy marketplace right now. Listen in to learn how to create with confidence—and finally feel clear on what to sell.  **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com    STUFF I MENTIONED:  ⭐️Try Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/offers/JxNYgLnw Use code KEEP20 to try your first month for just $17, rebills at $37/month ⭐️Upcoming Trendspotting Bonuses : 🗓️ May 11 -  BONUS live group coaching call (second one is 5/28) 🗓️ May 18 - Trending Color Pairing Guide 🗓️ May 25 - Pinterest Pin Templates for your Etsy listings 🗓️ June 1 - 4 weeks access to The Prompt Architect 🗓️ June 8 - 10 Design Prompts (direct from the trend report) 🗓️ June 15 - Q4 Listing Calendar 🗓️ June 22 - TRAINING: How to incorporate trends (product examples)   ✨ SPECIAL EVENT: July : Niche Blast Workshop -- How to scale your Etsy designs   HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop  ⭐Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting ---------------------- 🎙️ Apply to be on the Podcast: https://sprw.io/stt-xfsV5fhDxxT3NJGVBghmWp   FIND LIZZIE: Find me on Instagram and TikTok @HowtoSellYourStuff  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF WEBSITE: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/  HOW TO SELL YOUR STUFF SHOWNOTES: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/231 *Some of the links above are affiliate links which means I'll receive a commission if you purchase through my link, at no extra cost to you. You can see my affiliate disclosure here: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/affiliate-disclosure

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If you want to launch, grow, pivot, or scale your Etsy shop--- or you've always wanted to develop the mindset and skills to run your own business--- then this podcast is for you. I've had that entrepreneurial spirit going strong since my very first lemonade stand, and now I'm a work-at-home Mama with multiple online companies and a full time Etsy shop--- all while being present with my kids for the everyday chaos and most important milestones. On this podcast—we'll talk about all things business, mindset, Etsy, creativity, dazzling our customers—and so much more. There's plenty of room at this table for you—so skootch on in and let's go! I'm holding nothing back.

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