Where to Sell Your Products

Here’s where to go if you want to turn your hobby into a profitable business

If you are looking to turn your Soak Rochford hobby into either a side hustle or a full-time venture, you might need some help figuring out where to start.

There are many places you can sell your products, both online and in person. Read on to discover our advice on where to sell your products when you want to start making some extra cash.

Local Craft Fairs

A quick research online will give you a list of all the local craft fairs near you and how to apply for a stand.

The benefits of craft fairs are that the entry fee is usually quite low, and if the fair has been advertised sufficiently you should expect a good amount of foot traffic. It is also a good place to network and meet other local business owners.

ADVICE: Don’t take all of your stock. It’s much better to sell out of the items you brought, rather than to take everything you have. This will save you from feeling disheartened if you have to pack it all away again.

Etsy

Etsy is a global marketplace that specialises in handmade items and unique creations.

This e-commerce platform is dedicated to supporting small businesses and making it easy for consumers to buy from them.

You can set up your own Etsy shop and be viewed by millions of shoppers looking to purchase from creative entrepreneurs like you.

PLEASE NOTE: You have to pay £0.14 per listing. It lasts for either four months or until your item sells. There’s also a small transaction and payment processing fee.

Social Media

The power of social media has increased dramatically in the last few years. However, not all small businesses are currently utilising the platforms on offer.

Social media is where your target audience goes to escape. They want to connect, be entertained and be inspired… Which is where you come in.

Make sure that you’re taking high-quality photos of your products. Answer any FAQs that your customers might have, be readily available to communicate through your page, utilise all of the features available and don’t forget to sell your products.

Remember, it’s called social media for a reason. Interact with your community so that you build a loyal support network, don’t just try and push your products all the time. Share other businesses, support their pages and show off the human side of your brand.

FACT: Only 57% of small businesses use social media, but 90% of companies with over 1,000 employees do.