EPISODE · Sep 16, 2024 · 33 MIN
Do Not Dropship These Products (Episode 95)
from The Dropship Unlocked Podcast · host Lewis Smith & James Eardley
👉 Ready to start your own online store? Start here: https://dropshipunlocked.com/start?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep95-do-not-dropship-these-products🗣In this episode, hosts Lewis Smith and James Eardley discuss the products you should absolutely avoid when dropshipping if you want to save time, money, and avoid headaches. From low-ticket items to obsolete technologies and prohibited products, Lewis and James break down the risks and offer guidance on how to make smart, data-driven product choices.👉 Prefer to watch this on Youtube? Check it out here ➡️ https://youtu.be/MURtdod8uW4---------------------------------------------------------Topics Discussed:★ Avoiding Low-Ticket Items: Low profit margins requiring high sales volumes. High competition leading to price wars. Increased ad spend needed to drive volume.★ Steering Clear of Obsolete Products: Lack of demand for outdated technology like CD players. Risks of holding unsellable inventory. Wasted marketing efforts on products no one wants.★ Dangers of Selling Prohibited Items: Legal risks and potential fines. Account bans on platforms like Shopify. Damage to brand reputation and loss of customer trust.★ Challenges of Sourcing from Overseas: Long shipping times leading to customer dissatisfaction. Inconsistent product quality and high return rates. Customs delays and additional costs impacting profitability.---------------------------------------------------------Links and Resources Mentioned:Pick up a copy of Lewis’ book: https://htabook.com Get Shopify for £1 a month for 3 months: https://www.dropshipunlocked.com/shopify Get a free trial with a professional phone line: https://www.dropshipunlocked.com/circle ---------------------------------------------------------Key Takeaways:★ Avoid Low-Ticket Items: Focus on higher-ticket products that offer better profit margins and reduce the need for high-volume sales.★ Stay Updated on Market Demand: Avoid obsolete products with low demand, as they tie up resources and result in poor ROI.★ Comply with Legal Regulations: Selling prohibited items can lead to severe legal and reputational consequences.★ Prioritise Local Suppliers: To ensure quality control and faster shipping, source products locally rather than relying on overseas suppliers.---------------------------------------------------------FOLLOW:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dropshipunlocked/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DropshipUnlockdLinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/dropship-unlockedYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/dropshipunlockedlewissmithWebsite: https://www.dropshipunlocked.comThank you for listening to the Dropship Unlocked Podcast! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review on your favourite podcast platform.★★★Dropship Unlocked - Lewis Smith★★★🌏Watch Our Free Training ➽ https://dropshipunlocked.com/start?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ep95-do-not-dropship-these-products
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