The 21 Best Resources from the 2010 Business Blogosphere

With so much content out there on the web and so many experts out there telling you how you can and should run your business, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Where to start? Who to listen to?

My small business blog reader is bright with light bulb moments from creative and inspiring entrepreneurs. Every week I put together an Etsy Success Reading List, featuring must-read small business blog posts from the blogosphere. I also ask you to share the best tips you’ve come across in your online travels in these forum threads. Between us we’ve come up with quite a list of links, so I thought I’d share my top 21 resources from 2010.  

These are blog posts, slide shows and guides that inspired me this year. I’d love to hear your favorites, so please share in the comments below!

Getting Started

1. Taking the Leap: When to Start Selling Your Work

“Don’t sell mediocre work just because you can. And I’m going to add an addendum to that statement: Don’t wait until your work is perfect before you start selling.” (And once you finish this one, you’ll want to read Whitney Smith’s The Business End.)

2. The Little Book of Procrastination Remedies

“It’s deep within us. We think we’re going to do something later, or read that classic novel later, or learn French later. But we always overestimate how much we can do later, and we overestimate the ability of our later selves to beat procrastination.” (Another great post from this blog: Why I Don’t Care About Success)

3. Tax Info for Small Businesses

“So you’ve started your own business. Great! Now how do you go about keeping yourself out of trouble with the IRS? There are many things to know about income tax accounting for small businesses and I only aim to scratch the surface and point you in the right direction.”

Mobile Idea Factory by PearsonMaron

 

Product Development

4. 8 Bad Habits that Crush Your Creativity And Stifle Your Success

“Be open to anything. Step outside your comfort zone. Consider how those in unrelated areas do what they do. What seems impossible today may seem surprisingly doable tomorrow.”

5. Designing Sticky Products

“What if you designed a product so sticky that it practically marketed itself?”

6. How to Develop an Endless Source of Ideas that Sell

“The technique I’ll outline here is the secret to creating products and services your customers will buy. It’s a powerful way to keep your well of ideas overflowing.”

7. Stop Making Average Products for Average People

“First of all, you aren’t average! You’re a creative genius! And you’re a craftsperson or designer who’s making products in a special way. So why would you want to design products that appeal to ‘everyone?’”  

Pricing

8. SlideShare Presentation & Audio of “Not Just Another Pricing Lecture”

Find more pricing information on Ask Harriete, with a series including pricing variables, understanding overhead, indirect cost, cash flow and more when pricing your work. 

9. Personal MBA’s On Discounting 

Find out why sales can really hurt your business and how to respond when your customers ask the question, “Can I get a discount?”

Getting Found

10. Beginner’s Guide to SEO

“New to SEO? Need to polish up your knowledge? The Beginner’s Guide to SEO has been read over 1 million times and provides comprehensive information you need to get on the road to professional quality SEO.”

11. How to Develop Your Personalized Marketing Plan

“Are any of your marketing efforts leaving you disappointed and frustrated? What would happen if you spent that time concentrating on marketing efforts that you actually enjoy?”

12. 9 Creative Women Share Secrets to Succeeding With Social Media

“Let me be clear: you can waste time on social media. You could waste an entire day on Twitter if you really wanted to. But you can also build long-lasting, solid relationships with other creatives and, more importantly, your customers.”

13. Makery’s 4 Part Target Market Series

“Marketing your successful indie biz requires a clear understanding of your target audience: who they are, what they like, and where you can find them.”

 

My Story Note Cards by EvenAndy

 

Building Your Brand

14. 11 Ways to Make Your Customers Swoon

“I think if you want customers to evangelize your brand and be loyal to you, you have to do more than just talk to them — you have to woo them. You have to make your customers swoon.”

15. Pimping Your Business in Five Steps

“You may not think of yourself as a pimp for your product or business — kind of a raw term — but we are all pimping something (so much so that my daughter thought I should change my title from Marketing Consultant to Pimp…). Instead, here are five steps to pimping your business.”

16. Storytelling for Business

“Stories are how we learn best. We absorb numbers and facts and details, but we keep them all glued into our heads with stories.”

 

Etsy-Centric

17. The Secret to Selling on Etsy

“Invariably I see a thread asking about what the secret is to sell on Etsy, how people get so many sales, how much to relist in a day, etc. I think I am fully qualified to answer these questions. I have an active Etsy shop, generally selling multiple items per day. I also used to work at Etsy, so I have an inside view of how the whole system works.”

18. Etsy Self-Service Critique: Tips for Improving your Sales

“I’ve provided critiques for quite a number of Etsy sellers, both new and not-so-new, and many of the same issues come up each time, so I thought I’d put together this ‘self-service’ critique guide in case it might help others.”

19. How to Write Product Descriptions that Seal the Deal

“The product is the ‘face’ that brings the browser into the shop, so don’t leave it with nothing charming or intelligent to say. All it takes is a sentence or two to introduce your product with style.”

 

To Be Brave by maechevrette

Small Business Lessons

20. Foundation Elements for Modern Businesses

“When you sit down to dream up a new business, you can imagine a world without constraints — or you can choose to build in fundamental pieces that will make it more likely your idea will pay off.”

21. Why Clients Don’t Buy – The Heirarchy of Choice

“So you struggle over getting all the details just right, like pricing and timing, and all the other features included in your offers so your best clients will buy from you. So why aren’t they buying? It’s because all of those details are actually the least important part of a purchasing choice.”

 

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  • jammerjewelry

    jammerjewelry says:

    Love the article! Thanks!

    1 year ago

  • JudiPaintedit

    JudiPaintedit says:

    Thank you, Thank you!!! I read all kind of stuff on small business... This is a nice help!

    1 year ago

  • abacusbeadcreations

    abacusbeadcreations says:

    Thanks for putting all of this great information in one place, Daniellexo! I'll be checking this out soon!

    1 year ago

  • brooksbarrow

    brooksbarrow says:

    This is really great - thank you for posting your insight

    1 year ago

  • PoPkO

    PoPkO says:

    thanks this is fantastic!

    1 year ago

  • THIMBLEandACORN

    THIMBLEandACORN says:

    A wealth of information! I am going to curl up with all of these later tonight! (I just read the one on procrastination!) Thanks Danielle and Bloggers!

    1 year ago

  • MissHildebrandt

    MissHildebrandt says:

    Very Good!

    1 year ago

  • GalleonGal

    GalleonGal says:

    My Best Helpful tip!, natural light for pics, try to stage or set up the type of background or mood for your pics, Take more than just a few pics, then edit them for best light and clarity, name the pics with simple names This really lends to your experience for photographing your items, Also remember to check your sales, double check your postage options, Hopefully you have a scale or can locate post office info Myself, I do take time to inventory my items on weekends, Like Items are placed in storage bags and placed all in the same place in my studio on shelves, a place for everything! Also I have to list measurements on all garments, purses and items listed, proof read my descriptions also, Answer questions from curious Etsy shoppers, proof read these responses

    1 year ago

  • organicheart

    organicheart says:

    very good info, ive currently got about 6 of the links up reading them now. thanks.

    1 year ago

  • TwinkleStarCrafts

    TwinkleStarCrafts says:

    Great. Thank you.

    1 year ago

  • HulaGirl1922

    HulaGirl1922 says:

    "In a world where everything is so ordinary and dull and things are churned out the same way, year in and year out, if you come from a place of originality and invest energy in things, people respond" ~ Stuart Wilde •••••• Thanks Danielle for an informative read :) Happy Sales to all and to all a good day ♥

    1 year ago

  • polkadotmagpie

    polkadotmagpie says:

    Thanks for a year filled with great ideas, pertinent info. xo

    1 year ago

  • AmericanGirlinEurope

    AmericanGirlinEurope says:

    What a list of really great resources and advice! Your timing is perfect. This morning I was feeling foolish and talentless, and now I feel a bit of excitement again for developing my new shops coming in January ;-) Merci!

    1 year ago

  • breadandroses2

    breadandroses2 says:

    Terrific resources! Now it's about making the time to read & digest it all. That's for after Christmas, though. Many thanks!

    1 year ago

  • vKnit

    vKnit says:

    Great tips! Thanks Etsy! xox

    1 year ago

  • pulpsushi

    pulpsushi says:

    Great resources! Thanks Danielle!

    1 year ago

  • brandmojoimages

    brandmojoimages says:

    Etsy is the best community. Thank you for all of your help and assistance in making all of us successful.

    1 year ago

  • Sammis2shoes

    Sammis2shoes says:

    Wow! Super article of which I have saved and will idolize for days to come... Thanks Danielle! :)

    1 year ago

  • LittleWrenPottery

    LittleWrenPottery says:

    I always enjoy the success reading list every week its such a good resource, thanks!

    1 year ago

  • BetaBoutique

    BetaBoutique says:

    Thank you for putting those all together! I have read several of them during this year and they had been very helpful.

    1 year ago

  • Jusadreamin

    Jusadreamin says:

    GREAT TIPS THANKS I will try to put tips into pratice again THANKS

    1 year ago

  • JudiPaintedit

    JudiPaintedit says:

    My printer is on FIRE!!! I practically have a book of information here. Thanks again!

    1 year ago

  • isajul

    isajul says:

    omgosh, great reading for after christmas.

    1 year ago

  • doveandflower

    doveandflower says:

    So much great information, but also mindboggling for a beginner like me. One step at a time. But I definitely plan on reading all of these articles and then implementing them. I am SO determined to be a successful Etsy seller. Thanks so much for all of this GOLDEN information!

    1 year ago

  • pigeonprints

    pigeonprints says:

    Awesome collection of advice...very helpful.

    1 year ago

  • accentonvintage

    accentonvintage says:

    Thank you for all your great tips and advice throughout the year! I will save this article.

    1 year ago

  • zelda110

    zelda110 says:

    Everything I need in one place. Overwhelming in the best possible way! Thank you so much for this roundup!

    1 year ago

  • underanewlight

    underanewlight says:

    hey Danielle ! Thank you so much for sharing those great resources!! Just wanted to tell you that I really enjoyed and learned a lot being on the Etsy bootcamp. Wish you a great holidays!! and see you the next year!! Guisela

    1 year ago

  • SimpleJoysPaperie

    SimpleJoysPaperie says:

    THANK YOU for all of these links Danielle!

    1 year ago

  • aqanderson

    aqanderson says:

    What fantastic advice and information! I'm inspired!!

    1 year ago

  • ohcilly

    ohcilly says:

    What a great article! Very useful since I'm new to etsy! I'll be glued to my computer for awhile reading all the articles you've posted! Thanks Danielle!

    1 year ago

  • RomantiquePunk

    RomantiquePunk says:

    Thanks you so much! This stuff is some of the best. I so love Etsy (and you Danielle) for all the supportive education you give to help us succeed. Also, loved Holiday Bootcamp. Thanks again.

    1 year ago

  • eggtoothoriginals

    eggtoothoriginals says:

    A great resource. Thank you!

    1 year ago

  • mazedasastoat

    mazedasastoat says:

    A whole host of fabulous info, thank you! A very merry Yule to all!

    1 year ago

  • HomemadeZen

    HomemadeZen says:

    Love the collection of articles! Thanks for putting them together!

    1 year ago

  • flyingoptimist

    flyingoptimist says:

    Wow, great article - thanks so much! I'm not an Etsy seller (not yet anyway) but do want to start my own non-prof & this info is just invaluable. Thanks again for sharing!

    1 year ago

  • DachaStudio

    DachaStudio says:

    This info is very valuable, thank you for the hard work (yours and mine after reading this:) Dina from Dacha Studio

    1 year ago

  • HouseOfMoss

    HouseOfMoss says:

    Thanks so much for this helpful list!

    1 year ago

  • baconsquarefarm

    baconsquarefarm says:

    You've been busy daniellexo thanks for this article, alot to absorb in one read thru, looking forward to 2011 with tips/ideas you've shared in this read thanks....xoxo

    1 year ago

  • Mclovebuddy

    Mclovebuddy says:

    this is great. thanks. :)

    1 year ago

  • WhisperingOak

    WhisperingOak says:

    Always great advice. I have learned so much with you.

    1 year ago

  • FeltShmelt

    FeltShmelt says:

    This is a FANTASTIC resource - I have learned so much from Etsy in the short time I've had my shop, and I continue to learn every day! Thank you so much!

    1 year ago

  • TanjaDesign

    TanjaDesign says:

    Great article!

    1 year ago

  • girltuesdayjewelry

    girltuesdayjewelry says:

    Really excellent article! Thanks, Danielle! I will make use of this! Thanks also for the holiday boot camp! It was so useful.

    1 year ago

  • odiliafu

    odiliafu says:

    Fantastic!! A really helpful article, better than any entrepreneurial classes I attended in college. Go Etsy!!!

    1 year ago

  • TamsyTrends

    TamsyTrends says:

    This is so helpful! Great article!

    1 year ago

  • OldTimePickers

    OldTimePickers says:

    Nice way to start the new year...thanks for sharing!

    1 year ago

  • EnglishShop

    EnglishShop says:

    All in one ! Great help !!!

    1 year ago

  • Parachute425

    Parachute425 says:

    Oh my - I've got a lot of reading ahead of me during these snowy months. Put on the coffee pot and bring out the Bailys.

    1 year ago

  • cosmichippodesigns

    cosmichippodesigns says:

    Bookmarked this helpful article. Can't wait to read it all through. Thank you!

    1 year ago

  • pinkbijou

    pinkbijou says:

    Great article! Thanks

    1 year ago

  • LaBrocanterie

    LaBrocanterie says:

    love the advice...need it too. thanks as always, LDW

    1 year ago

  • MonaAbraham

    MonaAbraham says:

    Great tips! Very helpful T

    1 year ago

  • studiotuesday

    studiotuesday says:

    These look great. Especially looking forward to reading through the branding ones.

    1 year ago

  • mozelladesigns

    mozelladesigns says:

    Great resource! I will be reading all.

    1 year ago

  • kawaiiktsch

    kawaiiktsch says:

    so many great tips! Thank you for the Getting found section, I really neet it having a newbie shop!

    1 year ago

  • entrecieletmer

    entrecieletmer says:

    Right on1 Right on! I believe in myself, I believe in my product and yes I have a story to tell...

    1 year ago

  • prendasbyenid

    prendasbyenid says:

    OMG!!! This looks wonderful!!! Thank you so much for this compilation!!!

    1 year ago

  • beadfreaky

    beadfreaky says:

    Great article! Thanks for sharing :)

    1 year ago

  • PrairiePeasant

    PrairiePeasant says:

    Thank you! A very helpful list!

    1 year ago

  • kathydavenport

    kathydavenport says:

    I am so excited that you posted this. I'm already inspired for next year and this handy list of reading just adds to it. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Danielle!

    1 year ago

  • atwistofwhimsy

    atwistofwhimsy says:

    Thanks for the links. It's great to have easy access to all of these helpful resources.

    1 year ago

  • beachglassshop

    beachglassshop says:

    Danielle - once again - a ten! Thank you for your inspiration - when I read your articles my head starts doing the creativity spin!

    1 year ago

  • DoubleFeatureFashion

    DoubleFeatureFashion says:

    If I haven't told you lately .... you're BEAUTIFUL!!! : ) tHaNk yOu

    1 year ago

  • AlphaDogPhoto

    AlphaDogPhoto says:

    Fantastic information. I can't wait until my 2 day holiday vacation so I can spend morning, noon and night on Etsy.

    1 year ago

  • Velvetmanna

    Velvetmanna says:

    spectacular article! i can't wait to read each one thoroughly over the holidays. thanx danielle!

    1 year ago

  • sistermountain

    sistermountain says:

    Just in time for the after Christmas overhauls!

    1 year ago

  • KellyEMarra

    KellyEMarra says:

    Can't wait to read every one! Thank you for your support!

    1 year ago

  • CourtneyRianDesigns

    CourtneyRianDesigns says:

    Danielle, thanks so much for including Meylah among this amazing list of content. We are honored and we can't wait to catch up on all the other fabulous reads throughout your list. A few of the blogs I haven't read before and as an avid reader of all things blog related, I'm excited to spice up my Google Reader with new content! Here's to a fabulous 2011 and it was so nice to meet you at the CCE event in Seattle last summer. Thanks for all that you share and do for the creative community.

    1 year ago

  • maytreeark

    maytreeark says:

    I heart etsy.

    1 year ago

  • usewhatyouhave

    usewhatyouhave says:

    Thank you for the tips - you left me with a lot to ponder. :)

    1 year ago

  • ArtWhims

    ArtWhims says:

    It is great to have all these wonderful resources in one helpful Blog post :D I will be sure to share this post with my teams! <3

    1 year ago

  • KellyKrockerKreates

    KellyKrockerKreates says:

    I can't wait to have some quiet time after the holidays and sit down and read all of the wonderful information you provided. Thank you again for making me stop and think about my business and what I can do!

    1 year ago

  • ComfyCreations

    ComfyCreations says:

    Thank you for the helpful tips. ComfyCreations/Handmade therapeutic products!

    1 year ago

  • taradara

    taradara says:

    This is such a great article! I need some serious time to visit these sites and learn! Thanks for putting it together for us :)

    1 year ago

  • trinketsandbeaus

    trinketsandbeaus says:

    Etsy is a fantastic business asset. I sell jewelry here but am an interior designer by day. The information I glean from all the hard work and effort put forth by the Etsy community is valuable for both endeavors. I thank you kindly and wish the Etsy team and all my fellow sellers a wonderful winter solstice and a healthy, peaceful and successful 2011. Etsy has taught me also that there are some amazing people out there creating some amazing stuff. I'm proud to be among you and inspired by the wealth of creativity. Good for all of us!!!

    1 year ago

  • kisforkitty

    kisforkitty says:

    So much to learn! Can`t wait to try these ideas. thanks for making it easier.

    1 year ago

  • evdesign

    evdesign says:

    Wow. So many great links. I will eventually read them all. Thank you.

    1 year ago

  • 3rdAveShore

    3rdAveShore says:

    From the bottom of my heart, thank you and happy new years. Mahalo from the islands Sam 3rdaveshore.com

    1 year ago

  • maslinda

    maslinda says:

    what can l say, its all in there! thaks danielle!

    1 year ago

  • creationsmagnolia

    creationsmagnolia says:

    Thank you! very helpfull!

    1 year ago

  • myvintagecrush

    myvintagecrush says:

    So I started by thinking I would pick the one's I need most help on and realized I was just counting. Thanks for this!

    1 year ago

  • piecesofaprilmel

    piecesofaprilmel says:

    Thank you, the mountains of information that I can find in 100,354 different places are all right here! Not overwhelming, easy to tackle and your name should be Estyoogled from now on. thank you! thank you! thank you!

    1 year ago

  • graciespawprints

    graciespawprints says:

    Thank you for giving us so much wonderful information to settle into at the end of a busy season. Can't wait to see what next year brings!!! I love that we can use all these tips for etsy shop but also for our business outside of esty. Thank YOu!

    1 year ago

  • takupic27

    takupic27 says:

    This is fantabulous!

    1 year ago

  • ForsythiaHill

    ForsythiaHill says:

    Excellent - a MUST READ!!!

    1 year ago

  • needleyou

    needleyou says:

    This is rich with tons of great information - Thank You !!! gonna keep going back to this~

    1 year ago

  • LolaFalkDesigns

    LolaFalkDesigns says:

    Thanks for gathering all of these great posts into one resource - it's so appreciated!

    1 year ago

  • GGWatanabe

    GGWatanabe says:

    I usually follow one or two links from each etsy email for information on all aspects of my business and I always find them very informative. I also follow SCORE (Service Corp of Retired Executives) updates, especially the small businsess articles. If you have an American Express Card for you business I highly recommend their Open Forum websites for members. It contains timely and fabulous advice for small business owners.

    1 year ago

  • davidsherjan

    davidsherjan says:

    Great article! :O) DSP

    1 year ago

  • duplicityfurnishings

    duplicityfurnishings says:

    thanks so much for all these tips and articles...they suck me in every time :)

    1 year ago

  • shannamastersdesigns

    shannamastersdesigns says:

    Wonderful resources and information, as always. It's my sixth month as an Etsy seller, and I really appreciate the information you provide, and the advise from "veteran" sellers.

    1 year ago

  • nateBattles

    nateBattles says:

    These are very good resources, thank you.

    1 year ago

  • ezliving

    ezliving says:

    Thanks for sharing Great articles! I'm Thinking to close down my shop after one year I don't think its right place for me to hang on.

    1 year ago

  • IndyspireArt

    IndyspireArt says:

    Pretty new to Etsy. Thanks for the wealth of info! I look forward to checking it out.

    1 year ago

  • beijaflores

    beijaflores says:

    Thank you! I bookmarked these. Hopefully they can help start my business off strong for 2011.

    1 year ago

  • FabricFascination

    FabricFascination says:

    Good reading for the New Year. I will be back to study.

    1 year ago

  • vintageprecious

    vintageprecious says:

    This is great!! Thank you so much!! :)

    1 year ago

  • oldish

    oldish says:

    Great reading, useufull stuff. My favorite here? Stop making average products, this applies to so much, not ONLY making things and products. Thanks!!!!

    1 year ago

  • papergirlstudios

    papergirlstudios says:

    Great collection of info. Need to check over a few. Thanks!

    1 year ago

  • PepperGlenn

    PepperGlenn says:

    these look like some great resources. looking forward to digging deeper!

    1 year ago

  • DianneLemayStudio

    DianneLemayStudio says:

    Thank you so much! As a new seller, this is helpful information :)

    1 year ago

  • JBowerEngraving

    JBowerEngraving says:

    Thank you! I found this to be a great resource!

    1 year ago

  • blueroompottery

    blueroompottery says:

    Great Danielle! I bookmarked this so I can come back for more!! I appreciate your advice my dear, thank you so much!! (Also blueroombijoux, loopinloop and ringinator)

    1 year ago

  • Loveybyisha

    Loveybyisha says:

    Thank you so much! I can definitely put theses principals to use in both my shops :)

    1 year ago

  • DalkullanJewelry

    DalkullanJewelry says:

    Great collection of info, thanks so much for putting this together Danielle!

    1 year ago

  • VintageCostumes

    VintageCostumes says:

    love it, thanks for this! I'm already using them.

    1 year ago

  • PattiTrostle

    PattiTrostle says:

    Thanks..great advice here!!

    1 year ago

  • florasvintagecloset

    florasvintagecloset says:

    I love the information...will be using.

    1 year ago

  • TheLoopDesigns

    TheLoopDesigns says:

    Great resources, here. As a new seller, I'm eager to explore all of them!

    1 year ago

  • DistortedEarth

    DistortedEarth says:

    Great article! Thank you! Very useful Information!

    1 year ago

  • MaggiesbridalShop

    MaggiesbridalShop says:

    Very helpful article. Thank you for sharing.

    1 year ago

  • OliviaClare

    OliviaClare says:

    Such great information. Excited for 2011! Mahalo

    1 year ago

  • Danideng

    Danideng says:

    Great tips! Thanks ETSY !

    1 year ago

  • bobloveseleanor

    bobloveseleanor says:

    Great article! Thanks so much!

    1 year ago

  • zJayne

    zJayne says:

    Excellent - must reads here.

    1 year ago

  • heversonart

    heversonart says:

    Thanks for this! Bookmarked it :)

    1 year ago

  • HMApothecary

    HMApothecary says:

    Very valuable information, thanks so much!

    1 year ago

  • coollight

    coollight says:

    marking to read for later!

    1 year ago

  • TheBargainBabe

    TheBargainBabe says:

    Wow, so much great info to read!

    1 year ago

  • jmijewelry

    jmijewelry says:

    Thanks Danielle! So different than doing a B&M. So mush to learn and so little time. Thank you for so much info in one spot. I will get there one step at a time! jmijewelry.etsy.com

    1 year ago

  • lauraprill

    lauraprill says:

    thank you!

    1 year ago

  • friendlygreenfrog

    friendlygreenfrog says:

    This i need now . Thanks share GOOD THINGS.

    1 year ago

  • friendlygreenfrog

    friendlygreenfrog says:

    This i need now . Thanks share GOOD THINGS.

    1 year ago

  • gallery32

    gallery32 says:

    Loads of great reading. Thanks for sharing :) http://www.etsy.com/shop/gallery32

    1 year ago

  • rawartletterpress

    rawartletterpress says:

    great resources - merci!

    1 year ago

  • bellameidesigns

    bellameidesigns says:

    thank you.

    1 year ago

  • GemdropsoftheFalls

    GemdropsoftheFalls says:

    Marking! Thank you so much for organizing this for us!

    1 year ago

  • pashiko

    pashiko says:

    marking!! Wonderful resources!!! Thank you !!!

    1 year ago

  • janieg

    janieg says:

    Danielle...you are brilliant and inspiring! Thanks for all you do to share and teach us and support us and help us along...! Happy Holidays! Jane

    1 year ago

  • rebeccasanchez

    rebeccasanchez says:

    Thank you!!

    1 year ago

  • SweetlyFallen

    SweetlyFallen says:

    Thank you so much for putting together this list of resources! Very helpful!

    1 year ago

  • paavai

    paavai says:

    Thank you for the informative links. It has made me re-think about the way I understood online selling to be.

    1 year ago

  • NaturalBamboo

    NaturalBamboo says:

    thank you

    1 year ago

  • itsasimplelife

    itsasimplelife says:

    Wow! I'm inspired. This is just what I needed. Our 18 year old mentally retarded grandson moved in with us last July. He is still in high school and I need to create a steady stream of income to help with our increased expenses. I needed a new perspective and this has been my "aha moment"! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!

    1 year ago

  • clynnsart2004

    clynnsart2004 says:

    This was wonderful information during this reading I felt like a road opened up from construction season,(if you lived in Michigan you would know exactly what I mean)! It's our 5th season.I'm renewed to go driving!

    1 year ago

  • Johee

    Johee says:

    Simple and helpful. Thanks so much.

    1 year ago

  • hiwaar

    hiwaar says:

    Thank you for the extremely rich information

    1 year ago

  • Kirameku

    Kirameku says:

    Thank you so so much ! :D

    1 year ago

  • SilverFirsFarm

    SilverFirsFarm says:

    Thank you for putting this all together!

    1 year ago

  • MissHildebrandt

    MissHildebrandt says:

    Helpful.

    1 year ago

  • WiltsieBridgeCS

    WiltsieBridgeCS says:

    Another great blog post, got my coffee ready!

    1 year ago

  • byemma

    byemma says:

    Too cute!!!!!!

    1 year ago

  • modhuman

    modhuman says:

    I had so much fun reading over all of this wonderful information while drinking my morning coffee. Thank you for putting this post together! Best Wishes! Mod Human

    1 year ago

  • TheWellSeasonedNest

    TheWellSeasonedNest says:

    this is great....perfect reading for a very snowy day. thank you, thank you.

    1 year ago

  • Softpencil

    Softpencil says:

    Great article plenty of useful info! thank you! :)

    1 year ago

  • dorijewellery

    dorijewellery says:

    Great information, thanks so much.

    1 year ago

  • Meadowflower

    Meadowflower says:

    I tried to sell on Esty before. No luck, Now I know why. Thank you, 2011 sounds better all the time. Now I am going back and read those again!!

    1 year ago

  • Meadowflower

    Meadowflower says:

    Here's to a whole new year!!!

    1 year ago

  • laurenpowersphoto

    laurenpowersphoto says:

    Great tips - thanks so much!

    1 year ago

  • ILikeThemOld

    ILikeThemOld says:

    This is exactly what I was looking for! I have a lot of work to do for the New Year! THANK YOU!

    1 year ago

  • iknitandbead

    iknitandbead says:

    What a wealth of information in this article. Thank you!

    1 year ago

  • EvenAndy

    EvenAndy says:

    This was such a great article! Thanks so much for including me!!!

    1 year ago

  • KMalinka

    KMalinka says:

    Great info! thanks!

    1 year ago

  • Myhaleygirl

    Myhaleygirl says:

    New year, new ideas.... lovely!

    1 year ago

  • LilyVoltaire

    LilyVoltaire says:

    Fabulous! Marking this for future reference!

    1 year ago

  • GemstonesByBren

    GemstonesByBren says:

    It sounds like I need a new camera! Great advice, thanks!

    1 year ago

  • LoveAtFirstBlush

    LoveAtFirstBlush says:

    Great resource. I especially enjoyed reading article 4 by Copyblogger. He has an excellent blog with many different topics about e-business. Thank you for sharing Danielle!

    1 year ago

  • matthewporterart

    matthewporterart says:

    will definately be reading these for getting started right in the new year!

    1 year ago

  • estilopronta

    estilopronta says:

    Very helpful, thanks for the tips! Maru

    1 year ago

  • estilopronta

    estilopronta says:

    Very helpful, thanks for the tips! Maru

    1 year ago

  • PreciouSomething

    PreciouSomething says:

    Just in time for the new year!

    1 year ago

  • PreciouSomething

    PreciouSomething says:

    Just in time for the new year!

    1 year ago

  • markvictorkeefer

    markvictorkeefer says:

    its good tip but i usually buy local but hey i think i will try 2 read the beginnersguide. i figued the economy with obamma caused it to slow 2 far down. the last tip aboutwhy they dont buy is good cuz sometimes in my old wisdom experience pickle the picture tells a bunch of words more than rambeling on bout item details. thaks for helpful tips guys!:--*)

    1 year ago

  • GypsyTailor

    GypsyTailor says:

    Really good tips!

    1 year ago

  • TropicalGarden

    TropicalGarden says:

    Great advice and information! Thank you!!)

    1 year ago

  • DinaJewelry

    DinaJewelry says:

    Thank you! Great info!

    1 year ago

  • DinaJewelry

    DinaJewelry says:

    Thank you! Great info!

    1 year ago

  • myAvonlea

    myAvonlea says:

    A wealth of knowledge. As a shop that has recently started this information is like milk to me. I look forward to your future posts. Thank you - MyAvonlea

    1 year ago

  • DuettaDesigns

    DuettaDesigns says:

    Thank you for putting together these wonderful resources! I'm reading each and every one of them dilligently, so that I can start the new year with a bang. Happy New Year All!

    1 year ago

  • JenNai

    JenNai says:

    Always great to have all the resources in one spot. I will brushing up on a lot of these atricles.

    1 year ago

  • PlaidCupcakeDesigns

    PlaidCupcakeDesigns says:

    Love this - thanks for putting together!

    1 year ago

  • 50splinters

    50splinters says:

    Thank you for giving such valuable information.

    1 year ago

  • BallyhooJewelry

    BallyhooJewelry says:

    I am desperate for this kind of info, being a new shop...thank you!!!

    1 year ago

  • krabbykasey

    krabbykasey says:

    Love it! Such great info!

    1 year ago

  • NaturesArtMelbourne

    NaturesArtMelbourne says:

    There is a lot of great info in this!!!! Thank YOU all!

    1 year ago

  • CraftfullyYours

    CraftfullyYours says:

    Marking. Thanks for all this information. Just in time for the New Year.

    1 year ago

  • crochetmiser

    crochetmiser says:

    I would like know how to be a shop owner so my crocheting is seen I am new at this I have been on etsy sense oct of 2008 but didn't do anything until sept of 2010 and i would like know the key to kingdom to making in 2011, I have one afghan in all different color, can I put one of all the colors on etsy.

    1 year ago

  • ZurDesigns

    ZurDesigns says:

    This list of resources is wonderful!! Thanks so much for putting it all together! And for all the support you've given to Etsy Sellers! Happy New Year!!

    1 year ago

  • jkldesign

    jkldesign says:

    A fantastic resource to come to! Definitely bookmarked, thank you and Happy New Year!

    1 year ago

  • krugsecologic

    krugsecologic says:

    Great tips - thanks for all the resources!

    1 year ago

  • LaAlicia

    LaAlicia says:

    What a great collection of great info! THX!!

    1 year ago

  • dorijewellery

    dorijewellery says:

    I love this list and one of my new year goals is to read all the invaluable information here.

    1 year ago

  • JanFairhurstPottery

    JanFairhurstPottery says:

    Wonderful, wonderful resource--thank you!

    1 year ago

  • LittleGreenShoot

    LittleGreenShoot says:

    This is fantastic! Keep a girl busy for a while =) Thankyou!

    1 year ago

  • ectoplasm

    ectoplasm says:

    Thank you a lot! I'm going to get into all this good advices more for 2011! Wishing good luck and creative happiness for all etsy sellers!

    1 year ago

  • BubbleGumAndButtons

    BubbleGumAndButtons says:

    This is great to have all the resources in one spot, very helpful as new shop...THANK YOU!!!

    1 year ago

  • riotsqurrl

    riotsqurrl says:

    Really loved #9 and it's so true :3 ended up tweeting it!

    1 year ago

  • GoldhawkPotteryEtc

    GoldhawkPotteryEtc says:

    I already started using these resources and posted it on my tumblog - clayandginger. Thanks again for posting the best resources on the internet!

    1 year ago

  • TheVinylChalkboard

    TheVinylChalkboard says:

    Thanks so much for all the wonderful tips and information!

    1 year ago

  • zoegirldesigns

    zoegirldesigns says:

    Lots of great information! Wonderful to have it all together! Thank you so much....

    1 year ago

  • Aya1gou

    Aya1gou says:

    Great article! very helpful

    1 year ago

  • FaerieMajikk

    FaerieMajikk says:

    wow this is great - looks like i have a huge amount of reading to do ... coffee anyone?!

    1 year ago

  • BlessedRepublic

    BlessedRepublic says:

    Thank you so much! Until now I am still lost or should I think, I'm in constant progress?

    1 year ago

  • thePieceDeResistance

    thePieceDeResistance says:

    Thank for this article! I am ALWAYS looking for more help and opportunities to help those not make the same mistakes I have! The tabs are all open.... and... go!

    1 year ago

  • Shadowpuppets

    Shadowpuppets says:

    Thank you very much! Your information is very important to me.

    1 year ago

  • lauratrevey

    lauratrevey says:

    If nothing else - take "Excellent" photos :)

    1 year ago

  • leboxboutique

    leboxboutique says:

    Etsy is not only an outlet for selling, but this is just AMAZING business education that some do not even learn in school. It really gives me a great feeling to know that so many people have access to this information and are further empowered to live their dream!

    1 year ago

  • BigBadBuddha

    BigBadBuddha says:

    Nice Work

    1 year ago

  • andralynn

    andralynn says:

    Thank you for putting all these resources in one place. I'm almost done reading the entire list of articles and I'm feeling more empowered already!

    1 year ago

  • SpottedFish

    SpottedFish says:

    Great resources, thanks for putting these together!

    1 year ago

  • CultureShockJewelry

    CultureShockJewelry says:

    Thank you very much!

    1 year ago

  • Vanessaisms

    Vanessaisms says:

    lots of great information thanks soo sooooo much

    1 year ago

  • magnetiKmania

    magnetiKmania says:

    Great source of inspiration and ideas for the starters!

    1 year ago

  • Houseofintrospection

    Houseofintrospection says:

    I'm slowly making my way through all of these great resources. Not only do the direct links have fantastic info, but I find myself bookmarking more and more sites to later research. Thank you!

    1 year ago

  • sandyli

    sandyli says:

    aun no entiendo bien,estoy leyendo un poco para aprender poco a poco pero muchas gracias a las personas que como tu comparten informacion y te motivan a seguir .

    1 year ago

  • desatsi

    desatsi says:

    Great resources! Really useful!

    1 year ago

  • DareDevine

    DareDevine says:

    Very helpful and some really great blogs! Thanks

    1 year ago

  • DareDevine

    DareDevine says:

    Very helpful and some really great blogs! Thanks

    1 year ago