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by Lizzie Smiley
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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AI is changing the way we run our Etsy businesses– and we're going way beyond design. In this roundtable, Jason, Becca, and I are sharing the AI systems and workflows we're actually using for SEO, analytics, listing descriptions, trending aesthetics, listing graphics, size charts, and more. Think ChatGPT, Claude, EverBee, custom skills, and even "AI employees" that are helping us work smarter and get more done. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ➡️ Join us in Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Use code 50SCALE to get your first month for $97. ➡️ Book a one on one coaching call with Becca or Jason: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/private-etsy-coaching ➡️ 20 AI Design Courses for $20: https://lizziesmiley.samcart.com/products/20-for-20 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/251 *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
EPISODE DETAILS: Do you keep hearing that Claude is awesome but have no grid for how to actually use it to grow your Etsy shop? Join my business strategist, Kalyca Zarich, and me as we unpack how AI-- specifically Claude-- can work like a team of micro employees, automating parts of your business and giving you back TIME. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ➡️ Join the waitlist for the AI Cohort with Kalyca & Lizzie: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-AI-employee-cohort *This will not be Etsy specific, but more focused on setting up business systems using AI employees. It will be a 4 week cohort. ➡️ Join Scaling Society and get access to all the Claude month goodies! Kalyca will join us live to train on setting up your first AI employee! Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Use code 50SCALE to get your first month for $97, (renews at $147/month) ➡️ Wispr Flow: https://wisprflow.ai/r?KALYCA3 FIND KALYCA: IG: @kalycajinzarich 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/250 *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
Q4 trends are taking over Etsy—and some familiar favorites are back with a very 2026 twist! We're talking about the aesthetics, typography, seasons, and design styles I'm seeing gain momentum right now, plus a peek at Pinterest's latest trend data to help us spot what could be coming next. If you're creating for fall and the holiday season, these are the trends you'll want on your radar. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ➡️ Join us in Trendspotting: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting Use code KEEP20 to get your first month for $17 (renews at $37) BONUSES: 🗓️ Sept 7 - SEO Tracker 🗓️ Sept 14 - Recorded Training: How to Build Your Brain Cache 🗓️ Sept 21 - Typography Guide (the art of choosing + pairing fonts) 🗓️ Sept 28 - Prompt to Create your Data Driven Q4 Prompt Plan 🗓️ Oct 5 - Holiday Trendspotting Video 🗓️ Oct 12 - Q4 Pinterest Guide 🗓️ Oct 19 - LIVE Training: Scaling Successful Products (How to look at shop sales and apply your designs to new trends and/or products) ➡️ Pinterest Hobbies Trend Report: https://newsroom.pinterest.com/news/2026-pinterest-hobbies-trend-report/ 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/249 *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
Preston was one of my very first Etsy students back in 2021—and has since grown his laser engraving shop enough to replace the income from FOUR jobs! This spring, he and his wife challenged themselves to add 1,000 digital laser files to their already successful handmade shop, and the result was an additional $2K/month in passive income. Tune in to hear how they did it and why adding a digital component to your existing Etsy business could be an incredible way to scale without creating more physical work. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Join us in Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Use code 50SCALE to get your first month for $97. FIND PRESTON: Website - http://277creative.com/ Instagram - @277creative PRESTON'S PREVIOUS EPISODES: Ep 156: What happens if you don't give up on Etsy? https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/156 Ep 164: Lizzie's in the Etsy Coach Hot Seat https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/164 Ep 183: Free, Underrated Local Resources That Can Help You Grow Your Business https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/183 Ep 198: From Hobby Shop to Full Time Handmade Etsy Seller https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/198 Ep 216: What We Wish We Knew About Etsy—Before We Ever Opened Our Shops https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/216 Ep 219: How to Think Like A Full Time Etsy Seller How to Think Like A Full Time Etsy Seller – with Preston Cox 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/248 *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
Ellie Blake has built a greeting card business that's grown far beyond Etsy, with over 39,000 sales and a thriving presence on Shopify and Faire. In this conversation, she shares the strategies that fueled her growth, what she'd do differently if she were starting today, and practical tips to help you build a business that lasts. No matter what you sell, Ellie's brilliant advice will inspire you and help you push through the messy middle and grow. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Join us in Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Use code 50SCALE to get your first month for $97. FIND ELLIE: Instagram @astoldby.ellie 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/247 *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
Attorney Paige Hulse is back to break down the biggest legal updates affecting Etsy sellers—from AI-generated products and copyright to protecting your intellectual property, avoiding common mistakes, and staying ahead of rapidly changing laws. You'll walk away with practical guidance to help you confidently use AI while building a legally sound business. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ➡️ Legal Resources and Playlist of other episodes: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/legal-topics *This is where you'll find links to her educational content, LLC agreement, and other provisions recommended for your Etsy Shop Policies ➡️The Foundry: https://foundry.shopcreativelaw.com/ Use code SMILEY10 at checkout for a discount :) ➡️Mockup Freebie: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w13z58ltlYmsB_qAwy4D6LLsCE2_Ykc8/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=102984380730754112714&rtpof=true&sd=true ➡️ My post on the NY law for AI-generated humans: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYflowMD9GS/?img_index=1 ➡️ Join us in Scaling Society: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Use code 50SCALE to get your first month for $97. FIND PAIGE: Connect with Paige at paigehulse.com or on Instagram at @paige.hulse, @paigehulselaw, and @creativelawshop. 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/246 *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
After a few years of trial and error– testing handmade and POD products on Etsy– Ren has finally found her place in digital products for scrapbooking enthusiasts. She went from 200-4,800 sales in 12 months and a healthy passive income that more than covers her daughter's pre-school. Tune in to hear how she's using Claude to work more efficiently, how Scaling Society has helped her growth, and her tips for YOUR success. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: Scaling Society (all inclusive) use code 50SCALE for $50 off your first month: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Trendspotting (weekly trend reports) use code KEEP20 to get your first month for $17: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/trendspotting HOW I HELP ETSY SELLERS GROW: ⭐"How to Blow Up Your Etsy Shop" free training: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-blow-up-shop ---------------------- 🎙️ 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/245 *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
Today we're finally sharing a huge announcement we've been keeping under wraps, and we couldn't think of a better way to celebrate than by talking all things Print-on-Demand. We cover the biggest beginner questions, common misconceptions, product ideas, niche research, and what it really takes to build a successful POD shop on Etsy in 2026. **"How to Sell Your Stuff on Etsy" is not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy.com STUFF I MENTIONED: ➡️ Interested in POD Beginner Cohort with Jenny and Lizzie: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/interested-in-POD-cohort ⭐Join us in Scaling Society for POD month: https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/scaling-society Use code JENNY50 to save $50 on your first month Jenny's Print on Demand course is joining the Scaling Society resource library on Aug 1, 2026. (It will be available on the howtosellyourstuff.com website soon as well!) ⭐Profittree Link (lifetime access $67): https://lifetime.profittree.io/?via=lizzie87 Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VO7Ra18ZPTw&t=1s ⭐Everbee (free account): https://www.everbee.io/?via=lizzie Tutorial: https://youtu.be/MucPFkvC8sk?si=iyaD0RbMbIp3echw ⭐Jenny's POD setup video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nEHy_Gkipco ⭐My first ever episode with Jenny– POD basics (ep 25): https://www.howtosellyourstuff.com/blog/passive-income-with-print-on-demand FIND JENNY: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JennyFromTheShopp Instagram: (@itsjennyfromtheshopp): https://www.instagram.com/itsjennyfromtheshopp/ TikTok: (@jennyfromtheshopp): https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyfromtheshopp 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/244 *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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