Custom Apparel Startups

If you are planning to start an online store, this episode is a must listen. Don't make the fatal mistakes so many others do. This episode is your step-by-step guide filled with tips and tricks. Should you go online? If you plan to sell designs/styles that will be replicated. If you plan to sell for fashion/entertainment. If you can sell one-offs and 'extras' - company orders big order of polos and include info to "go online and buy the hoodie, jacket, sweater, etc" to all staff. Basic Steps to Opening an Online (E-commerce) Store: Research your shopping cart platform (DIY or full custom development?) Pick your Website URL (Listen to Episode 73 about trademarks) Make a plan and set a launch date Pick your online products (consider inventory) Take quality images of a product Write great product descriptions and details Set up emails for @url Get the right security to take credit cards Set up a merchant (credit card charging) account Pick a shipping plan/providing Test before you launch Plan to chan