E210: The Silent Killer of POD Business Success

Welcome back to the PODCast!Ever felt your print on demand business losing steam? This episode promises to reignite that spark as Travis uncovers the silent killer behind many entrepreneurs' stagnation and shows you how to combat it. After sharing some personal updates about his band's recent gigs and celebrating his son's birthday at a Rockies game, he dives into the heart of maintaining motivation through effective calendar management and strategic planning. Proper planning isn't just a buzzword—it's the lifeline to keeping your business thriving and your interest in it alive.Struggling with organization? You're not alone. In the Main Event, Travis tackles the chaos head-on by discussing the crucial role of a well-organized system in managing SKUs and scheduling tasks. He shares some of what he talked about in Episode 205 and feeling overwhelmed by all the minute details of what needs done day to day. In fact, he asked a friend's to help and her organizational skills helped set him on a track to be more efficient and get important tasks done. By categorizing tasks and structuring his calendar, he discovered hidden pockets of time and greatly enhanced his efficiency, overcoming common obstacles like imposter syndrome and various distractions.Moving on, Travis discusses the Print On Demand Success Pyramid that he originally spoke about in Episode 177. Organization is the foundation for the rest of the pyramid, with designs, on-page SEO, mockups, and software tools building upon it. In the end, many POD sellers turn the pyramid upside down which is why many burn out and don't see the success they dream of at the beginning. Finally, Travis officially announces the dates and times for the POD Foundations Challenge, a three-day event designed to help you organize your business operations for better growth. Sign up today and your business will thank you!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://printondemandcast.com/foundationshttps://printondemandcast.com/success-pyramidhttps://printondemandcast.com/resourcEveryday AI: Your daily guide to grown with Generative AICan't keep up with AI? We've got you. Everyday AI helps you keep up and get ahead.Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifyIf you're looking for some help with your POD business, sign up for a POD Success Discovery Call and we can see if we're a good fit to work together.

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We make shows to help you make sales. The Print on Demand Cast equips you with tools to build and boost your custom merchandise ecommerce store. From essential strategies for launching and managing a profitable print-on-demand business to insider tips on designing artwork, product selection, using POD platforms like Shopify, Amazon, Etsy, and even Walmart, engaging customers, pricing, marketing, order fulfillment, and automation. This podcast is for you if you have questions like these:"What print on demand companies work with Etsy?""What print on demand products sell best?""How to start a print on demand business?""How much does it cost to start a print on demand business?""Can you make a living from print on demand?""Can you sell print on demand on Amazon?""Best ways to market print on demand?"And so many more topics and interviews.Follow along as Travis and Josiah draw from years of experience to breakdown key lessons for beginners and seasoned sellers alike. Visit https://printondemandcast.com for more.