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Welcome back POD Pals!  While you might not think this is necessary knowledge if you're simply dropshipping your POD products, understanding what you can and can't do with different printing methods can help you choose the best process for your products. So this week Travis and Josiah peel back the layers of fabric printing and give you their insights as to which printing method is best for various fabric types!  From DTG to Vinyl - the guys cover multiple different applications and discuss why they may or not be best for your product.  Travis and Josiah also shout out a listener review for the show!  Enjoy the show! https://printondemandcast.com https://printondemandcast.com/shop https://printondemandcast.com/facebook https://printondemandcast.com/youtube https://printondemandcast.com/instagram https://printondemandcast.com/tiktok⁠⁠ Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠/VIP⁠ All Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Hello POD Pals and welcome back to the show!  On this weeks episode Travis and Josiah unpack the question, "Should I hire a Virtual Assistant?" and share some things to consider when moving into that decision making process! They cover everything from writing the job descriptions, posting the job, creating SOPs, and how to make sure your VA feels like a valued member of the team!  Plus, in the Point of Interest, Travis shares an update on his Ebay store!  Enjoy the show! https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/tiktok⁠ Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠/VIP⁠ Other Links: https://scribehow.com https://printondemandcast.com/onlinejobs https://printondemandcast.com/fiverr https://upwork.com https://hubstaff.com https://lastpass.com Chapters: 00:00:00 Show Open 00:00:45 Welcome and Waffle Section 00:03:45 Travis' House - Super Bowl Celebration 00:06:30 Weekly Dad Joke 00:08:10 Point of Interest  00:13:42 The Main Event 00:24:38 Creating SOPs 00:32:38 Where to Hire a VA 00:41:03 Extra Tips For Hiring 00:46:59 Pitfalls To Avoid 00:54:53 Bonus Tip: LastPass 00:55:40 Wrapping Up All Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Welcome back POD Pals! On this week's episode Josiah and Travis share what they believe is the easiest way to expand your print on demand business! Plus, in the Point of Interest, the guys talk about a new ecommerce platform called Makerplace by Michaels and what it could possibly mean for print on demand sellers. Enjoy the show!https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/tiktokSign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠/VIPOther Links:https://www.michaels.com/makerplace/sellChapters:00:00:00 Show Open00:00:43 Welcome and Waffle Section00:04:15 Weekly Dad Joke00:06:00 Point of Interest 00:13:32 The Main Event00:14:22 Characteristics of the "Rookie"00:17:04 Expanding To Other Online Channels00:24:17 Working With Influencers00:30:36 Working With Local Businesses00:32:25 Importance Of Networking00:36:05 Craft Fairs and Farmers Markets00:42:16 Wrapping Up --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

http://printondemandcast.com/e180 Welcome back to the show POD Pals! In this weeks episode, Travis and Josiah share some great tips for selling wall art online. They talk about where to sell it, what types of wall art to sell, and some resources to gather free designs or even make them yourself with AI. While there are many selling wall art in many different ways, this strategy is still a viable option for Print on Demand Sellers to consider! Plus, in the Point of Interest, the guys share about a new shipping carrier that's entered the ring - Amazon Shipping! Enjoy the show! ⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/tiktok Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠/VIP Other Links: https://shipping.amazon.com https://www.patterned.ai https://artvee.com https://printondemandcast.com/rawpixel Chapters: 00:00:03 Show Open 00:01:32 Welcome and Waffle Section 00:05:15 Weekly Dad Joke 00:06:41 Point of Interest 00:14:38 The Main Event 00:17:22 Listener Experiences with Wall Art 00:21:49 Where To Sell Wall Art 00:26:44 Where Can You Get Art To Sell 00:30:28 Using Public Domain Art 00:32:01 Deciding What Kind Of Wall Art To Sell 00:37:51 Resource Spotlight 00:45:47 Show Close --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Welcome back to the show POD Pals! Hey POD Pals! Welcome back to the Print on Demand Cast! This week Josiah and Travis are back talking all things networking and, as you might have read in the title, how it can be sexier than you think! They give advice on different ways to network at each stage of the POD Success Journey (Check out Episode 172 for more on that topic.) Plus, in the Point of Interest, Travis gives us a recap of this recent trip to Long Beach to the Impressions Expo, the class he taught, and the AI and Automations Panel that he was invited to take part in! Enjoy the show! https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/tiktok Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠/VIP Chapters: (00:00:00) Welcome (00:00:53) Waffle Section (00:03:26) The Weekly Dad Joke (00:04:47) Recap from the Impressions Expo (00:09:47) ScreenprintGPT (00:14:11) Cutting-edge Equipment at the Expo (00:18:08) Main Event (00:20:11) Networking for The Curious (00:23:26) Networking for The Rookie (00:29:11) Networking for The Seasoned (00:34:57) Networking for The Thriving (00:41:15) The Wrap Up --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Welcome back to the PODCast! This week Travis is solo and sharing a new format that you will be seeing from time to time called POD Essentials! (Don't worry - this isn't replacing the regular episodes and for those that are fans of Josiah - he will still be around plenty!) On this week's show, Travis shares some print on demand 101 "to do's" before you sell anything. If you've already started selling, that's ok. You'll still want to eventually get these things done. Oh, and we recently started a TikTok channel so go follow us over there! Enjoy the show! ⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/tiktok Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠/VIP Chapters: 1:11 - The new "Print on Demand Cast Essentials" format 2:55 - This week's topic: Print on Demand 101 - Before You Sell Anything 3:44 - Weekly Dad Joke 4:46 - Main Topic: Before You Sell Anything 5:52 - Define your "why" 10:38 - Decide on your business structure (DBA vs S-Corp) 15:13 - Register your business, get an EIN and a sales tax license 17:54 - Open a business bank account 20:59 - If you've already started selling 24:00 - Closing thoughts --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Welcome back to the PODCast!In this episode Travis and Josiah discuss how to build your POD business using the print on demand success pyramid. Building from a strong foundation and building in the proper order is super important if you want to succeed. Plus, in the Point Of Interest, the guys talk about how Etsy has been deactivating POD jewelry listings!Enjoy the show!⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠⁠Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠----------Other Links:https://printondemandcast.com/print-on-demand-success-pyramid/Chapters:0:00 - Introduction 0:37 - Weekend Updates3:43 - Weekly Dad Joke4:47 - Point Of Interest11:52 - Main Event: Print on Demand Success Pyramid19:39 - Organization 22:43 - Design28:45 - On Page SEO33:56 - Mockups38:55 - Print Partners42:21 - Tools & Resources43:18 - Don't Invert The Pyramid47:33 - Conclusion --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Welcome back to the show, POD Pals! In this episode of the Print on Demand Cast, Travis and Josiah share insights on goal setting. Considering it's a new year, many people will make New Year Resolutions only to abandon them in the upcoming weeks and months. Why is that? In the acclaimed book '⁠Atomic Habits⁠,' author James Clear explains that part of the reason we give up on our goals is that we focus on the results and not the systems that will get us to those results. To that end, the guys share the difference between "achievement based goals" and "habit based goals." Additionally, the guys take some time to share potential strategies on growing your POD business, how to manage and track goals effectively, as well as the importance of maintaining balance between your business and personal life goals. Enjoy the show! https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠--------Other Links:https://printondemandcast.com/atomichabitsChapters:00:01 Introduction 01:00 New Year Banter and Topic Intro 03:44 The Weekly Dad Joke 04:42 Highlighting User Review 07:02 The Main Event 08:24 Problems With Goal Setting 15:46 Achievement Based Goals 20:56 Habit Based Goals 30:14 Additional Goal Setting Tips 42:05 Closing Thoughts --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

In this week's episode of the Print On Demand Cast, Josiah and Travis discuss tips for lowering your tax burden as a small business owner. While some may not apply to you and your business, it's worth thinking through some of these items. That said, please do not take this podcast as tax advice - make sure you consult a tax professional! In the Point Of Interest, they share their insights about their 2023 in review with the highlights from Spotify's Wrapped for Podcasters statistics.  The episode ends with a round-up of their top subscription recommendations for small businesses. Enjoy the show! ⁠⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠⁠ Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com⁠⁠ --------Other Links: https://printondemandcast.com/creativefabrica https://printondemandcast.com/kittl https://printondemandcast.com/placeit https://printondemandcast.com/everbee https://printondemandcast.com/erank https://printondemandcast.com/merchinformer https://printondemandcast.com/HPN Chapters: 00:01 Introduction and Welcome 00:33 Q4 Reflections 02:52 Weekly Dad Joke Segment 04:24 Year in Review: Spotify Wrapped 13:36 Tips for Lowering Your Tax Burden 34:59 Recommended Subscriptions for Small Businesses 50:03 Conclusion--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/message All Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Welcome back to the PODCast! In this episode of the Print On Demand Cast, Josiah and Travis discuss nine potential pitfalls that print on demand business owners frequently encounter. From disorganized file management, poor keyword research, ignoring copyright laws, to even forgetting to get samples, these mistakes can cause you to grow at a slower rate or even give up completely! The guys cover each of these mistakes in depth, offering solutions and preventative measures to help listeners steer clear of these common traps. The episode is filled with practical advice to help both newcomers in the print-on-demand world and seasoned pros refine their strategies and build stronger businesses as a result. Plus, in the Point of Interest, Josiah share about Meta's new AI image generator. Enjoy the show! ⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠ ⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠ Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar!⁠ https://printondemandcast.com⁠ -------- Other Links: https://imagine.meta.com Chapters: 00:02 Introduction 17:33 Low Quality Designs 22:07 Ignoring Copyright Laws 32:12 Picking The Wrong Products 35:34 Minimal Keyword Research 41:29 Comparing to Other's Stores 49:12 Not Subscribing to The Print on Demand Cast 49:03 Wrap Up --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

Welcome back to Print on Demand Cast, POD Multiverse!  In this week's episode of the Print on Demand Cast, Travis and Josiah interview Jay De Souza, an Etsy print on demand expert. They discuss the growth and possibilities of the print on demand industry, and Jay shares his personal journey with print on demand, which started over a decade ago.  Jay gives insights into his successful print on demand operations, such as the benefits of researching a niche in-depth and the value of personalizing designs for a target market. He also talks about the importance of practicing design skills regularly and gives some advice, such as not to be afraid of competition—as opportunities are plenty in the print on demand field.  Towards the end, Jay shares his personal goals for his print on demand businesses like moving towards use of AI and automation, and gives some advice for those starting out in the field. Enjoy the show! https://printondemandcast.com https://printondemandcast.com/shop https://printondemandcast.com/facebook https://printondemandcast.com/youtube https://printondemandcast.com/instagram Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar! https://printondemandcast.com -------- Jay's Links: https://www.youtube.com/@jayswayworks https://www.facebook.com/groups/EtsyPrintOnDemand Chapters: 00:03 Introduction 00:25 Conversation with Jay D'Souza 03:50 Insights into the Print-On-Demand Industry 44:35 Weekly Dad Joke Segment 47:15 Magic Questions Segment 01:02:56 Conclusion All Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify

In this week's episode of the Print on Demand Cast, Josiah and Travis discuss the four personality types of Print-On-Demand (POD) entrepreneurs - the curious, the rookies, the seasoned, and the thriving. They delve into the key symptoms and defining traits of each type, providing advice and next steps for transitioning from one stage to the next while avoiding pitfalls. They also stress the importance of a strategic approach, learning from others' experiences, effectively using tools and platforms, and maintaining work-life balance while expanding business operations. Enjoy the show! ⁠https://printondemandcast.com⁠ ⁠https://printondemandcast.com/shop⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/facebook⁠ ⁠https://printondemandcast.com/youtube⁠⁠ https://printondemandcast.com/instagram⁠ Sign up to get your FREE Annual Design Calendar! ⁠https://printondemandcast.com -------- Timeline: 00:03 Introduction and Welcome 03:32 Listener Review Shout Out 06:05 Main Event: The Four Personality Types of POD Entrepreneurs 06:59 Personality Type 1: The Curious 11:33 Personality Type 2: The Rookies 15:27 Personality Type 3: The Seasoned 21:04 Personality Type 4: The Thriving 24:01 Moving Forward: From Curious to Rookies 28:42 Next Steps for Rookies 33:28 Next Steps for Seasoned Sellers 40:51 Next Steps for Thriving Sellers 46:52 Identifying Your Business Stage and Seeking Help --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/printondemandcast/messageAll Business. No Boundaries.Welcome to All Business. No Boundaries, a collection of supply chain stories by DHL...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify