{"id":23602,"date":"2021-08-14T11:00:11","date_gmt":"2021-08-14T15:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=23602"},"modified":"2025-01-27T13:34:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-27T18:34:00","slug":"10-mistakes-first-time-shop-owners-make-when-planning-their-ecommerce-store","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2021\/08\/14\/10-mistakes-first-time-shop-owners-make-when-planning-their-ecommerce-store\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Mistakes Merch Shop Owners Make"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1628775596\/blog\/1_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/1_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg?_i=AA\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img width=\"1400\" height=\"800\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxNDAwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjgwMCI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"10 Mistakes First Time Shop Owners Make\" data-public-id=\"blog\/1_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" class=\"wp-post-23602 wp-image-23623\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1628775596\" data-size=\"1400 800\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"p3\">It\u2019s common for first-time shop owners to make mistakes when they launch their ecommerce store.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">It\u2019s part of the territory.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">But what if there was a way to avoid some of those initial headaches?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You don\u2019t need to be an expert in ecommerce from the get-go by any means. But you should at least be an expert on your shop.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Understanding your motives and goals is going to instill confidence on both sides of your business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">If you have a strong sense of self, you\u2019ll take the hurdles that come in stride and grow from them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Check out the 10 most common mistakes first-time shop owners make to be better equipped when planning your shop!<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775601\/blog\/2_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/2_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775601\/blog\/2_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/2_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Not Developing A Business Plan'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>1. Not Developing A Business Plan<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">We know the words \u201cbusiness plan\u201d sound daunting and even off putting for some people.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">But an ecommerce store &#8211; no matter how small it is &#8211; does fall under the business category.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Some think that a business plan will take away all the creative joy and spark they have for their shop.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">It\u2019s going to reinforce it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Laying out all your goals will motivate you to succeed and put all possible resources into your shop and avoid one of the most common ecommerce mistakes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You might be thinking of just the \u201cbig picture,\u201d but these are tools you can use to succeed on day one.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Checking out your competition, mapping out a promotional plan, and making room for potential growth are all relevant pieces of a business plan.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">And a business plan is a great way to find gaps in your shop and your business strategy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Anything you do that\u2019s related to your shop should be tied in some way to this business plan, whether that\u2019s creating a new design or launching a shop-based podcast.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">How is it going to help you succeed?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Developing your business plan doesn\u2019t take long, either. You can do it in as little as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.liveplan.com\/blog\/how-to-write-a-business-plan-in-30-minutes\/\"><span class=\"s1\">30 minutes<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775607\/blog\/3_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/3_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775607\/blog\/3_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/3_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Getting Caught Up In The Details'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>2. Getting Caught Up In The Details<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">A lot of people fail to get their business off the ground when they get blocked by small details. There\u2019s the assumption that everything should be 100 percent perfect for them to launch.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">If that were the case though, no one would ever start anything.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">It can be overwhelming to take on something new that\u2019s outside of your comfort zone. Treating it like a learning experience instead of a challenge is going to be key to your success.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Don\u2019t go into your shop with a rigid idea of how everything needs to be.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">That kind of thinking will prevent you from exploring worthwhile possibilities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">These steps are important to take, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2021\/07\/17\/musicians-that-use-spreadshop-for-their-band-merch\/\"><span class=\"s1\">even if you don\u2019t feel ready<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You\u2019re not going to have everything figured out on day one, and that\u2019s okay. Don\u2019t let that stop you from pursuing your passion.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775612\/blog\/4_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/4_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775612\/blog\/4_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/4_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Not Promoting Products'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>3. Not Promoting Products<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">The work doesn\u2019t stop once you have your shop up and running; things are just beginning.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">People are much more likely to find your page if you focus your effort on marketing your products in enticing ways.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Sharing your shop link won\u2019t be enough.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">People want to see how your products &#8211; t-shirts, hoodies, totes &#8211; look like when they\u2019re worn by real people. They need to feel like they\u2019re a part of what you&#8217;re selling.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/\">Spreadshop<\/a><\/span> has stock model photos you can use on your site, but they don\u2019t translate as well on socials.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Model the merch yourself or take pictures of family and friends in different attire.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Promoting your products in a personal and stylized way is going to help establish you as a brand.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You\u2019ll look professional and appear as a trusted source to potential customers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2021\/07\/31\/how-to-create-and-market-band-merch-using-spreadshop\/\">Marketing your merch<b>\u00a0<\/b>looks different<\/a> depending on the platform you use.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Adapt to the style of different socials without losing the core of your shop.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775616\/blog\/5_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/5_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775616\/blog\/5_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/5_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Spreading Yourself Thin'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>4. Spreading Yourself Thin<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Just because you can be everywhere, doesn\u2019t mean you should. Ecommerce mistakes are common, but they don&#8217;t have to be.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">We know, we just talked about the importance of promoting your products. But not every platform is going to work or be beneficial for your shop.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">If you\u2019re a gaming shop, your audience probably isn\u2019t going to be on Pinterest. You\u2019re better off sticking with Tik Tok and Instagram: socials that suit your target demographic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Spreading yourself thin doesn\u2019t just apply to your social presence, though.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Within your shop, it also helps to be particular with the items you\u2019re selling.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/?affiliateid=12795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spreadshop<\/a><\/span> has hundreds of products you can put your merch designs on. But you want to avoid overwhelming your customers with options.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Youtuber Modern Millie recently made a video about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=sxd81m4Ngsk\"><span class=\"s1\">how to increase product sales with your merch<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">She edited her shop to focus on products that felt right for certain designs. This helped make her shop feel relevant and specific to her.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775621\/blog\/6_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/6_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775621\/blog\/6_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/6_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Not Knowing Your Audience'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>5. Not Knowing Your Audience<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Making money from your shop requires people to make purchases. And there are ways to determine and control who those people are.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">It\u2019s easier to attract an audience if you have a shop with a niche.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Your niche can be as specific as you want it to be. There are so many shops that have taken their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2021\/08\/04\/riches-in-niches\/\">niche and run with it<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You might not have even heard of some of these hobbies or interests, but there\u2019s an audience for them.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Who is your audience? How can you attract their interest?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Go to the platforms they use. Join groups and follow hashtags that are relevant.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You want to be familiar with fellow users and have a relationship with them before you start trying to sell them stuff.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Because you know them so well, it should be natural when you promote your shop and products to them. Talk like a real person and engage with them on a level they can understand which is one of the most overlooked ecommerce mistakes.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">There\u2019s power in finding your niche.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775626\/blog\/7_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/7_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775626\/blog\/7_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/7_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Pricing Items Too Low\/High'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>6. Pricing Items Too Low\/High<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Pricing can be a tricky thing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You want to make a profit and have products that are relatively affordable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/?affiliateid=12795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Spreadshop<\/a><\/span> allows you to earn money while offering reasonable pricing for customers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Our products have a fixed base price with room for margins so shop owners can <a href=\"https:\/\/help.spreadshop.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360011203179-Base-Price\"><span class=\"s1\">make money.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Anything you charge over the base price is considered profit. You can access this by adjusting the retail price in your shop settings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">But that doesn\u2019t mean you should make a ecommerce mistake and go crazy and upcharge your merch.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Think about what your customer base is willing to spend and consider the average price in the market.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Somewhere between $20 and $25 is typical for a t-shirt. We wouldn\u2019t recommend selling a t-shirt for $50 just because you can and want to try and turn a profit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">No one\u2019s going to buy it &#8211; doesn\u2019t matter how cool your merch is.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775631\/blog\/8_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/8_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775631\/blog\/8_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/8_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Neglecting Product Pages'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>7. Neglecting Product Pages<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">First-time shop owners put a lot of focus on their landing page and overall vibe of their site. But individual product pages are just as important.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Product pages give people insight into important information, such as sizing, materials, and customer ratings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">It gives customers reassurance to see you took the time to add these details. And it will prevent people from spamming your email with unnecessary questions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Youtuber Nick Nimmin reaffirmed the importance of product pages in his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=3WyQlVqSBgk\"><span class=\"s1\">Spreadshop demo<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">People like to see this information when they\u2019re shopping, especially something like customer ratings.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You can enable these features for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/?affiliateid=12795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s1\">Spreadshop<\/span><\/a> in minutes.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775636\/blog\/9_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/9_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775636\/blog\/9_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/9_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Not Identifying Competitors'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>8. Not Identifying Competitors<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">You might think it&#8217;s best to ignore the competition because you want your shop to be nothing like them, but it&#8217;s important that you do to avoid this recurrent ecommerce mistake.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">But that\u2019s a close-minded way of looking at your business.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">It\u2019s important to understand what similar shops are offering. What does their website look like? What is their social strategy?<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You need to know why someone might be more likely to shop from their business versus yours.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Check for patterns that seem to work for them, whether you measure that through their social followers or general interest.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Then decide how you are going to differentiate yourself.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You might notice there\u2019s a gap in the type of products they\u2019re selling. There\u2019s a demand for hats and other accessory based apparel, but no one\u2019s offering it.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">That\u2019s where you come in.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Don\u2019t feel unoriginal because you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.liveplan.com\/blog\/why-do-you-need-to-know-your-competition\/\"><span class=\"s1\">checking up on your competition<\/span><\/a>.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You\u2019re doing it for the benefit of your business so you can find success and growth, ultimately.<\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775640\/blog\/10_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/10_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775640\/blog\/10_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/10_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Doing Too Many Giveaways'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>9. Doing Too Many Giveaways<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">Giveaways are a great way to introduce your ecommerce store and generate hype.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">But they don\u2019t have the staying power you might think they do.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Everyone loves FREE stuff, but that doesn\u2019t mean they\u2019re going to stick around after the winner is declared.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You want customers that are going to support you three, six months down the line. And giveaways won\u2019t get you that solid following.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">They work for the launch of your store and on occasion, but they shouldn\u2019t be your main source of interaction with followers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Doing giveaways too often can even mess with the Instagram algorithm and reflect how your other posts are received.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p6\"><span class=\"s2\">Learn more by checking out the <a href=\"https:\/\/gleam.io\/blog\/giveaway-mistakes\/\"><span class=\"s1\">10 Common Mistakes Businesses Make With Their Giveaways<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class='wp-caption aligncenter sprd-caption'>\n<div class='wp-caption-inner'><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775645\/blog\/11_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/11_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 639px)\"\/><img src='https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/v1628775645\/blog\/11_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake\/11_10MistakesFirstTimeShopOwnersMake.jpg' alt='Not Securing Intellectual Property'\/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>10. Not Securing Intellectual Property<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p3\">When you start a business, it\u2019s important to identify your core brand elements.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">This includes names, logos, slogans and any other brand affiliated designs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">If you don\u2019t own these things, anyone can use them.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">This is one of the ecommerce mistakes where you will need to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legalzoom.com\/business\/intellectual-property\/trademark-registration-overview.html?kid=_k_Cj0KCQjw6NmHBhD2ARIsAI3hrM0eEvVGT7V_Y6xnOKGDbnzmqDOQ-rCGAoMfPy8jXt-Abvg0gYlSCcMaAmL6EALw_wcB_k_&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_term=what%2520can%2520you%2520trademark&amp;utm_content=527943637424&amp;utm_campaign=IP%2520%257C%2520TM%2520%257C%2520Broad&amp;kpid=go_418685407_120970032942_527943637424_kwd-299019029704_c&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjw6NmHBhD2ARIsAI3hrM0eEvVGT7V_Y6xnOKGDbnzmqDOQ-rCGAoMfPy8jXt-Abvg0gYlSCcMaAmL6EALw_wcB\"><span class=\"s1\">register your business trademarks<\/span><\/a> so competitors can\u2019t make a profit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">This way, no one will be able to use your trademarked materials. And if they do, you can take them to court.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Securing this intellectual property should be one of the first things on your first-time shop owner checklist.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">You don\u2019t want to spend so much time and energy building your shop up and then see it slip away.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Take ownership of your brand and you will grow.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">We hope identifying these common mistakes makes you more prepared as a first-time shop owner. We can\u2019t wait to see where you go from here.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\">Open your <a href=\"https:\/\/partner.spreadshirt.com\/shop-register\/?affiliateid=12795\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"s1\">Spreadshop<\/span><\/a> and start selling merch TODAY!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We created this list of the Top 10 Mistakes First Time Shop Owners Make When Planning Their Ecommerce Stores. 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