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2024 Prep Crash Course – “Products” Module #1: Analyzing Your Successful Products

2024 Prep Crash Course

If you want to grow, the first question you should ask yourself is, “What am I doing right?” Hard work is sometimes the answer. It’s not always luck. It is sometimes the cost. Whatever the reason for one of your product’s success, it’s in the data. That’s why the first step in this journey is to analyze the data from your successful 2023 products so you can replicate and build on that success in 2024. And data can sometimes come from unexpected places. It’s the first of four steps centered on “Products,” and it’s probably the most fun. As you have experienced, Merch-By-Amazon (MBA), with its powerful print-on-demand capabilities, has revolutionized the world of apparel and merchandise sales. This lowering […]

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Expanding Beyond T-Shirts: Exploring Other Product Options on Merch By Amazon and 3rd Party Print Providers

Selling merchandise, or “merch,” can be a lucrative business, but the amount of money made from it depends on many factors, including the quality and appeal of the products sold, the effectiveness of the marketing, and the level of brand or content recognition. One of these items stands out above the others in terms of what sells, but that also means there is the fiercest competition for that item. And why fight that hard when there might be alternatives for you to consider other than t-shirts? Tees are plentiful. If you are in the market for new and interesting t-shirts, it’s not like you won’t find hundreds of sellers for such things. And yes, the overall merch pool might feel […]

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Mastering the Art of Creating Captivating Product Titles, Bullet Points, and Descriptions

To be successful on marketplaces such as Merch by Amazon, you need more than just great designs; you also need a masterful command of how to present your products artistically. Every component, from the catchy product title to the succinct bullet points and the detailed product description, plays a significant part in luring and keeping the attention of prospective customers. In this extensive guide, we will delve into the world of optimizing product titles, bullet points, and descriptions on the Merch by Amazon platform. How to Create Enticing Headlines for Your Products Because the product title is your first opportunity to make a good first impression, it is essential that it is informative as well as attention-grabbing. It needs to […]

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The Influencer-Affiliate Strategy for the MBA Seller

Innovation is a primary factor in determining success with any ecommerce endeavor. The most effective innovation when it comes to marketing your MBA products is to develop relationships with influencers and affiliates. This strategic alliance has emerged as a pivotal force in propelling major brands to new heights, and it can do the same for you. We’re going to show you how to leverage influencers and affiliates to empower your MBA line, exploring how their collective power can supercharge your goals into tangible success stories. Influencers and MBA: The Dynamics of Contemporary Influence “Influencers” are exactly what the word says: individuals who wield an outsized influence over an audience that trusts their opinions. It’s no different than the old-time “star […]

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Choosing colors for your POD merch: What do the different colors mean and how do they affect your gig?

The world of print-on-demand (POD) merch offers endless creative possibilities. But one crucial aspect of designing top-performing products is choosing the right colors. Why? Because different tones have a profound impact on our emotions, perceptions, and buying decisions. In this article, we’ll explore the psychology of colors and how they can affect your POD gig on Amazon Merch on Demand. Understanding color psychology Whether you’re designing t-shirts, phone cases, or any other POD item, understanding the psychology behind colors is a powerful tool. It can help you create visually appealing and emotionally resonant products that connect with your target audience on a profound level. Achieving this will ultimately unlock exciting opportunities and fruitful gains for you as an Amazon Merch […]

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Birthday-themed POD t-shirts: How big are they on Amazon Merch on Demand?

Birthdays call for celebrations. And there’s no better way to show that you’re part of someone’s birthday squad than with a witty, carefully designed t-shirt. For shoppers on the lookout for such items, Amazon Merch on Demand is the perfect place. But does this mean that sellers in this niche are making inroads? What is the size and scope of the market and is it worth pursuing? This article offers the answers to these questions. Keep reading to find out more. How big are birthday-themed t-shirts on Amazon Merch on Demand? To determine the market size of birthday-themed t-shirts on Amazon Merch on Demand, we headed over to Merch Informer’s Products Search module. We typed in the seed keyword “birthday”, […]

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Print-on-Demand Success: Strategies and Realities in 2024

The world of print-on-demand (POD) has undergone significant transformations over the past five years. In an era defined by rapid change, the endurance of the POD community is a testament to its strength. What can we learn from the last few years and how do we stay ahead so we can continue to succeed in 2024? The Evolution of the POD Community The POD community has flourished over half a decade, thanks to the unwavering commitment of its members. Unlike many entrepreneurial groups in the digital era, this community has adhered to a fundamental principle—honesty. It has rejected the lure of quick fixes, secret formulas, and the allure of overnight success stories. Instead, it has embraced transparency. Certainly, there are […]

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Protecting Your Creative Work from Copycats on Amazon – As Best as You Can

In the vast and competitive realm of Amazon, where over 200,000 new sellers joined the platform in 2020 alone, safeguarding your intellectual property is paramount. Copycatting is a pervasive challenge that can result in lost sales, diminished customer trust, and even the blame for poor product quality. This is a personal one for me. In the early 2000s, I created the first military-style “Zombie Hunter” t-shirt. This was a labor of love because I always loved what was, at the time, an ignored sub-genre of horror movies. Having been a veteran of licensed gear, specifically of “Star Trek”, I decided to create a fictional zombie-hunting organization called the Zombie Emergency Response Operations, or Z.E.R.O. Before that, I created was a […]

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You Can’t Go Wrong as An MBA Seller in 2024

Analysts at JPMorgan are forecasting a historic shift in the American retail landscape by the year 2024, and it is only good news for MBA sellers. Their prediction? Amazon is on the verge of dethroning Walmart to become the United States’ largest retailer. This monumental transition is underpinned by a variety of factors, including: the escalating prevalence of e-commerce the relentless drive for quicker delivery times the enduring allure of Amazon Prime The ramifications of this prospective shift are profound and signal a transformative moment for the retail industry, and continued growth for MBA sellers in the face of global economic headwinds. As we peer into the crystal ball of 2024, JPMorgan’s estimations unveil a compelling narrative. Amazon is poised […]

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Developing MBA Products for International Markets

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Your success on marketplaces such as Amazon’s Merch by Amazon can be greatly amplified by making a single strategic move: expanding your reach to international markets. But it’s not as easy as just translating your existing designs into those of other languages. It is necessary to take a comprehensive approach to successfully cater to a variety of cultures and preferences. I n this guide, we will delve into the complexities of designing products for international markets on Merch by Amazon. This will include researching different cultures, using translation tools, and taking specific, actionable suggestions into consideration. The International Prospects of Amazon’s Merchandise Merch by Amazon offers creators a one-of-a-kind opportunity to capitalize on their design skills and turn their work […]

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