Podcasts by Etsy Success podcast

Early 2022 Trends Insights with Two Etsy Experts from 2022-01-12T08:00

Are checkerboard patterns still in? What’s the color of the year? What does “lagom'' mean and why should you care? Get the scoop on these questions and more in this conversation between Etsy Tre...

Shop Talk Special: Your 2021 Wins, Part 2 from 2021-12-22T08:00

It’s time for round two! You shared so many great reasons for celebration that we couldn’t keep them to ourselves. In this installment, hear about heartwarming custom orders, perseverance after ...

Shop Talk Special: Your 2021 Wins from 2021-12-08T08:00

Hear highlights from the year, as told by sellers! You sent us stories about the amazing things you accomplished in 2021, and we put them together in this special Shop Talk episode.

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Your Guide to Shipping This Holiday Season from 2021-11-01T07:00

Our shipping experts have learned a lot over the past year, so this week we’re chatting with one of them to get the latest. This week, Etsy Vice President of Global Fulfillment Jake Hipps shares...

[Audio Article] Build Buyer Loyalty This Holiday Season from 2021-10-25T07:00

This time of year can bring more buyers to your shop than ever. Learn how to make a lasting impression on new customers to keep them coming back after the holidays are over.

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[Audio Article] Holiday Marketing Tips for Etsy Sellers from 2021-10-11T07:00

You’ve got the goods that holiday shoppers want. The question is: Do they know it? Follow these tips to put that seasonal sparkle on your shop and make it easy for people to see why they should ...

Insider’s Guide to Etsy Search: Conversion from 2021-09-01T07:00

Welcome to part two of our series on Etsy Search! This week, Amy and Isabella take things to the next level, and discuss how to convert visits to orders. The two shop optimization specialists (a...

Insider’s Guide to Etsy Search: Keywords from 2021-08-18T07:00

This week, we’re kicking off a series on Etsy Search with two experts, Amy Fierro and Isabella Diaz. Not only are Amy and Isabella shop optimization specialists at Etsy, they’ve also been sellin...

How to Use 2021 Holiday Trends in Your Shop from 2021-08-02T07:00

It’s not always about developing a new product or changing your inventory. Sometimes you already sell something that fits a new trend! In addition to sharing what trends are on the rise for this...

Shop Talk Special: How You Overcame Challenges in Your Business from 2021-07-14T07:00

Etsy sellers are full of passion and commitment to their craft, but forging your own path doesn’t come without its challenges. In this special Shop Talk episode, Etsy shop owners share stories a...

Pro Tips From Last Year’s Etsy Design Awards Winners from 2021-06-14T13:00

Do you want a chance to win $20,000? Attention from the press? Bragging rights for winning an international award? Of course you do! And how might you get that chance? By entering one of your on...

[Audio Article] Keywords 101: Everything You Need to Know from 2021-06-07T07:00

In this special audiobook-style episode, listen along to learn about dos and don’ts when adding tags, and brainstorm new keywords with these proven techniques.

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Etsy's Hottest Summer Trends from 2021-05-12T07:00

What colors and patterns will be popular this season? Which styles from decades past will buyers search for? How can I bring these themes and motifs into my business? Learn the answers to these ...

Buyer Insights: How Customers Are Shopping in 2021 from 2021-04-28T07:00

Many people have changed their approach to online shopping over the past year, and Etsy buyers are no exception. That’s why we’re talking to an expert from our research team about what shoppers ...

How to Bring Buyers Back With Herma May from 2021-04-07T07:00

You already impressed a new customer with your product, but how do you make sure that good impression lasts past the first sale? Sharon of soy candle shop Listen

Your Questions on 2021 Trends, Answered from 2021-02-10T08:00

Our trend expert responds to seller questions about what’s on the rise this year. With exclusive insights on everything from checkerboard print to Zoom-leisure looks, Dayna Isom Johnson shares d...

Shop Talk Special! from 2021-01-13T08:00

In the Shop Talk segment of our show, we ask Etsy sellers to answer a question and then we play a selection of those answers for all of you. Whenever we ask for the story behind your shop name, ...

Meet the Maker: Vacilando Quilting from 2020-12-02T08:00

In our second installment of Meet the Maker, we called up Laura Preston of textile shop Vacilando ...

Meet the Maker: Lingua Nigra from 2020-11-02T15:48:29

This week, we’re bringing you a special episode of the podcast that might just have you adding new items to your cart. We chat with jewelry maker Alicia Goodwin of Etsy shop Listen

New! The Latest Update on Holiday 2020 Trends from 2020-10-21T07:00

From interesting insects to outdoor celebrations, find out which trends have been popping up this season. Our trend expert shares updates on how shoppers are gifting differently in 2020, plus fi...

Introducing the Black-Owned Etsy Shops Team with Fresh Seed Glow from 2020-09-15T07:00

Etsy seller Latoya Johnston of the Etsy shop Fresh Seed Glow shares her experience as a co-captai...

An Early Look at Holiday 2020 Trends from 2020-08-11T07:00

Etsy’s trend expert Dayna Isom Johnson talks about top holiday trends, from sunny citrus to DIY decor. Find out which motifs are on the rise, what gifts will be at the top of shoppers’ lists, an...

An Inside Look at Etsy Ads from 2020-07-07T07:00

Get tips from an experienced seller and an Etsy expert on how to get the most out of your Etsy Ads campaign. First Etsy Product Manager Arjun Malhotra shares insights into how Etsy Ads works and...

How These Sellers Won Their Etsy Design Awards from 2020-06-17T14:01:10

Get top tips from some of the 2019 winners and Etsy's trend expert on how to submit an entry that's sure to dazzle this year's judges. First we chat with Listen

Trends for At-Home Summer Activities and Celebrations with Dayna Isom Johnson from 2020-05-19T07:00

From backyard movie theaters to drive-by birthday parties, our resident trend expert Dayna Isom Johnson shares how shoppers will be spending their days this summer. Find out the creative ways bu...

Small Items, Big Impact: How This Maker Runs a Sustainable Jewelry Shop from 2020-04-22T07:00

To celebrate Earth Month, we talk with Devi Chand about how she transforms magazine pages and newspapers into beautiful beads for her jewelry shop, Listen

Optimizing Your Social Channels to Reach Holiday Buyers from 2019-10-23T13:30

Social Media Specialist Brigette Muller shares tips on how to attract shoppers through your social channels during the busy season. Find out how to put that holiday shine on your photos, caption...

Buyer Insights: Inside the Mind of a Holiday Shopper from 2019-10-07T07:00

How important is it to offer gift wrap? Is it helpful to update your listing tags for the holidays? Do shoppers care about thank-you notes? Get the answers to these questions and more from Senio...

How to Help Buyers Find Your Items With Attributes from 2019-09-17T16:44:11

Attributes are one of the most important factors in helping items appear in relevant searches. That’s why this week we’re chatting with Senior Taxonomy Manager Jenny Benevento about best practic...

Etsy’s Trend Expert Shares Styles to Watch for Holiday 2019 from 2019-08-16T07:00

Hear Dayna Isom Johnson in conversation with education specialist and Etsy shop owner Isabella Diaz about what holiday shoppers will be looking for this season. Learn about rising trends like wo...

How Two Etsy Sellers Honed Their Shipping Strategies from 2019-07-15T07:00

Experienced shop owners share insights on how to find a shipping strategy that works for your business and keeps customers coming back. Hear from leather bags and accessories seller Meital Lev a...

Talking Spring and Summer Trends With Dayna Isom Johnson from 2019-04-02T07:00

From burnt orange to maximalism, get Etsy Trend Expert Dayna Isom Johnson’s top tips for incorporating this year’s trends into your shop. Dayna shares how to stay up-to-date on fresh designs and...

Your Search Questions, Answered from 2019-03-18T07:00

We gathered your most recent questions about Etsy search and took them straight to the experts for answers. Three pros dive deep on everything from titles, tags, and attributes to misspellings a...

How to Create Lasting Customer Connections from 2019-02-11T08:00

Chasten Harmon of Etsy shop Plush Armour discusses how she connects with buyers and earns repeat customers through excellent c...

How to Make the Most of Etsy Teams from 2019-01-22T08:00

Three Team Captains share their top tips for using Etsy Teams to improve your business and expand your network. Learn how to find a Team that’s right for you and get the most out of your experie...

Coming Soon on the Etsy Success Podcast from 2019-01-15T15:11:29

Get a sneak peek of what’s in store for our upcoming season.

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Resolving Customer Service Disputes With Etsy’s Trust and Safety Team from 2018-12-04T08:00

Jill Mescia and Tyler Stoddard are two senior members of our Trust and Safety team. Today they join us in the studio to share tips on how to prevent disputes and resolve cases swiftly. Find out ...

Etsy’s Leadership on Bringing Buyers to Your Shop for the Holidays from 2018-11-13T08:00

Etsy CEO Josh Silverman and Kruti Patel Goyal, general manager of seller services, return to the Etsy Success podcast to give you a behind-the-scenes look at our marketing efforts for holiday. P...

Live: Holiday Tips from International Team Captains from 2018-11-06T15:35:07

In this special episode, three European Team Captains take the stage to share top holiday tips for sellers at all levels of growth and discuss their proudest moments with their Teams. (Recorded ...

Etsy Sellers Share Their Shipping Strategies from 2018-10-17T07:00

Two seasoned shop owners discuss their approach to shipping cost, including how they set shipping prices that appeal to their target market and how to negotiate lower shipping costs with carrier...

Etsy Search: Mythbusting With Two Etsy Experts from 2018-10-10T14:46:34

You’ve got questions about search, and this week’s guests have answers. Taylor Combs is an editor on Etsy’s Seller Marketing team and Isabella Diaz is a Shop Optimization Specialist on the Commu...

The Inside Scoop on Holiday Trends With Etsy’s Trend Expert from 2018-10-01T07:00

Etsy’s resident trend expert and judge of NBC’s Making It Dayna Isom Johnson shares insights on fresh trends for holiday. Learn how to use these trends in your shop and ways to combine ...

Q&A With Etsy CEO Josh Silverman and General Manager of Seller Services Kruti Patel Goyal from 2018-07-03T12:32:13

Etsy leaders Josh Silverman and Kruti Patel Goyal answer your top questions about the recent changes to selling on Etsy and share more insight into our plans for the future.

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Bonus: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at How We’re Bringing Buyers to Etsy from 2018-06-19T11:25:10

Hear the inside scoop on the ways our team is working to bring more buyers to Etsy, including the results of our onsite sales events and the strategy behind our paid marketing efforts. Plus get ...

Etsy’s Buyer Insights Expert on What Makes Buyers Tick from 2018-05-15T16:35:39

Our buyer research manager shares insights into how people find Etsy shops, what motivates them to buy, and what keeps them coming back.

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Bonus: Your Questions About Targeted Offers, Answered from 2018-04-24T15:10:46

Etsy product manager Cambria Kline answers your questions about our new marketing tool for sellers in this special bonus episode. With this tool, you can send targeted offers directly to prospec...

Two Etsy Experts on Advocating for Small Business and the Planet from 2018-04-17T21:30:42

Etsy’s advocacy and sustainability experts talk about our public policy efforts and the fight against net neutrality, and share buyer insights on how sustainability factors into purchase decisio...

How to Launch a Paid Ad Campaign to Get the Most Bang for Your Buck from 2018-04-03T14:48:01

Etsy’s paid ads expert Maxwell Tang covers everything you need to know about launching a successful paid ads campaign, from bids and budgets, to running tests that will help you strategize.

Bringing in Buyers for Mother's Day and Other Special Occasions from 2018-03-19T12:39:48

Alexis Clare sells natural bath bombs in her shop, Whipped Up Wonderful (whippedupwonderful.etsy.com). We chat with her about prepping for special occasions like Mother’s Day. Alexis shares tips on...

How Two Immigrant Shop Owners Are Creating Jobs for Refugee Women from 2018-03-06T16:17:40

In honor of International Women's Day, we chat with Kei Tsuzuki and Molly Luethi of Kei & Molly Textiles (keiandmolly.etsy.com) about how they launched a screenprinting business to provide jobs for...

Developing Innovative New Product Ideas with Norwegian Wood from 2018-02-13T13:44:08

Angie Johnson of home decor shop Norwegian Wood (iheartnorwegianwood.etsy.com) discusses her approach to product development, including brainstorming innovative product ideas, determining if a new ...

Etsy’s Instagram Expert on Building Your Brand on Instagram from 2018-01-30T15:19:16

Our social media specialist and Instagram extraordinaire Brigette Muller shares pro tips on creating an engaging Instagram presence, including everything from hashtagging to reach your target audie...

Win Loyal Customers Through Excellent Customer Service With BetsyFarmerDesigns from 2018-01-16T18:31:39

Jewelry maker Betsy of Betsy Farmer Designs (betsyfarmerdesigns.etsy.com) chats about marketing your shop for Valentine's Day and winning repeat buyers with delightful customer service. Thinking ab...

Tapping into 2018 Trends With Etsy's Resident Trend Expert from 2018-01-02T18:14:01

Etsy's trend expert and one of NBC's 'Making It' judges, Dayna Isom Johnson shares insider knowledge on what market trends to expect this year and how she selects products to feature on major TV ne...

Marketing and Sales Strategies With Milk and Honey Luxuries from 2017-12-12T19:01:09

Sarah and Ryan Parker of Milk and Honey Luxuries (milkandhoneyluxuries.etsy.com) chat about running profitable sales promotions, tips for paid advertising, and pricing for wholesale like a pro. ***...

Boost Your In-Person Sales With jtopolski from 2017-11-28T16:43:21

Jewelry seller Jenny Topolski of Etsy shop jtopolski (jtopolski.etsy.com) joins us in the studio to share expert knowledge on selling at craft fairs and holiday markets, and how one change to her p...

Merchandising Your Shop to Attract Holiday Shoppers from 2017-11-14T18:57:06

This week we talk with our merchandising expert about ways to curate your shop for the holidays, how to forecast trends, and what you can do to take part in Etsy's holiday campaigns. —Check out the...

Brainstorming Keywords for Your Etsy Shop from 2017-10-31T14:14:37

This week we talk with Etsy expert Amy Fierro about brainstorming effective keywords for your shop, using Shop Stats to reach your target customer, and optimizing your SEO for the holiday season. G...

Managing Custom Orders With Peg Doll Makers Goose Grease from 2017-10-17T14:08:57

This week, we chat with Anna and Juan Donado of Goose Grease (goosegrease.etsy.com) about managing custom orders, selling craft supplies, and running a purpose-driven business. Don't forget to take...

Holiday Shipping Tips With an Etsy Expert from 2017-10-03T14:19:42

This week we chat with Etsy expert Taylor Combs about best practices for shipping during the holiday rush. You can read more about the new free shipping sales tool here: etsy.me/2wuOWQD and the new...

Baby Jives Co Shares Advice on Pitching Your Products to the Press from 2017-09-19T14:24:51

This week we talk with Jahje Ives of Baby Jives Co (BabyJivesCo.etsy.com) in Philadelphia about promoting your shop, including connecting with followers on social media and getting press.

Branding Your Shop With Bag Designer Bookhou from 2017-09-05T15:10:03

Arounna Khounnoraj of the Etsy shop Bookhou chats with us about cohesive branding, shipping from Canada, and dealing with copycats. Find Arounna's handbags in her shop by visiting bookhoudesign.ets...

Mighty Vintage Talks Pricing, Shipping, and Photographing Vintage from 2017-08-22T14:47:53

In today's episode, Timea Gremsperger of Mighty Vintage and Mighty Paper Shop shares what she's learned about shipping, pricing, and photographing vintage. Find Timea's vintage shop at mightyvintag...

Balancing Business and Motherhood With Home Decor Designer My Bearded Pigeon from 2017-08-08T16:13

We chat with Cath Young, founder of Etsy shop My Bearded Pigeon in Bellingen, Australia, about how she started her successful homewares business while raising small children--and the important role...

How Knitwear Designer purlBknit Perfected the Art of Product Photography from 2017-07-25T14:40:04

Today we sit down with Brandi Harper of the Etsy shop purlBknit, who taught herself how to take beautiful photos of her knitwear and be her own model. You can find Brandi's shop at purlbknit.etsy.com.

Etsy’s Social Media Specialist on Growing Your Following from 2017-07-11T14:20:01

In this week's episode we chat with Etsy's senior social media specialist Jess Ulrich, who also runs her own Etsy shop. Jess shares advice on growing your social following, planning your posts, and...

Illustrator Lisa Congdon on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome from 2017-06-27T21:05:16

Today we talk to Lisa Congdon of the Etsy shop Lisa Congdon Art & Illustration about how she’s tackled the challenges of imposter syndrome, risk-taking, burnout, and building a robust online follow...

Mastering Work-Life Balance With Jeweller and Musician Hero King from 2017-06-13T14:19:40

In this episode, we talk with Zac Little of the Etsy shop Hero King and indie-folk band Saintseneca about how he manages his shop on the road and maintained loyal customers through it all. Visit Za...

Lovelane on Managing Growth in Your Business from 2017-05-29T16:12:54

In our premiere episode, we talk about growth with Lane Huerta of the Etsy shop Lovelane, whose business took off and eventually led her to sell wholesale and hire employees. You can find her shop ...

Introducing: the Etsy Success Podcast from 2017-05-22T19:25:18

Welcome to the Etsy Success podcast, your source for tips on improving your creative business and inspiration from the Etsy community.

Introducing: the Etsy Success Podcast from 2017-05-22T19:25:18

Welcome to the Etsy Success podcast, your source for tips on improving your creative business and inspiration from the Etsy community.

Introducing: the Etsy Success Podcast from 2017-05-22T19:25:18

Welcome to the Etsy Success podcast, your source for tips on improving your creative business and inspiration from the Etsy community.