Print on demand, a form of ecommerce where sellers design the product, then a third-party manufacturer & ship the product, can seem like a daunting field to break into. Between the multiple selling platforms, large niches, and competitive market, it can feel overwhelming and difficult to succeed. That’s why we’ve assembled a guide to help you master print on demand in four easy steps: learn, design, list, and sell.
Learn
Before you can dive into print on demand, the first step is to get educated and familiarize yourself with the game. Ask yourself if you understand the print on demand process. Do you know why you should sell print on demand? Who are the key players in manufacturing products? Understanding the basics is the first step.
Print on demand allows you access to a pipeline of products that you can design and sell without holding inventory, managing supplies, and other hassles that come with traditional business.
To sell print on demand, you’ll also need to understand the players in this game. Shopify is recommended when getting started, as it can be an ecommerce hub that integrates with Etsy, Amazon, and other major players.
There are also several print on demand platforms, offering a large variety of products. With the Quadra Shopify app, you can select a unique product such as a teddy bear, create a personalized design, and list it on Shopify, Etsy, or Amazon in a matter of minutes.
Quadra generates images and descriptions and ensures that your customer receives your product once it’s purchased.
Once you’re ready to get started, you can install Shopify here and download the Quadra app here.
Design
Now that you’ve mastered the basics, it’s time to put that knowledge to use. The first step in creating your product is to design it. Decide what product you want to design, and use Pinterest, Etsy, and other sites for inspiration.
When you’re ready to design, use tools like Creative Fabrica, Canva, Vista Create, Photoshop, or whatever design platform you prefer. With Quadra, you’re provided a design template that shows you exactly where your design will go. Once you’ve created your design, you can upload it into the Quadra App.
List
After you’ve uploaded your design, your product is almost ready to sell. To wrap up the product creation process, you’ll need to create your listing.
When creating your listing, you’ll consider a title, description, tags, discounts, pricing, and other personalized options for your listings. Be competitive in your listing strategy, and consider finding reasons to prompt your ideal customers to purchase your products.
Once you’ve made these choices, your listing is ready to sell.
Quadra offers extensive training with our Quadra Pro plans, which you can check out here!
Sell
Consider this last step as one that never really stops. Selling print on demand is an ongoing process that you will need to work on. What marketplaces will you want to sell on? How will you market your products? Will you create a tracker for your work and profits?
Every move you make to get your products in front of an audience is selling, and this is where you get to make the calls. That’s one of the benefits of being a business owner!
In conclusion, mastering print on demand may initially appear challenging to enter. The landscape is marked by various selling platforms, expansive niches, and a highly competitive market, creating a sense of overwhelming complexity. However, by following these steps, you can master print on demand and increase your chances of success in this dynamic field.