Dangerous Mindsets Changing The Way You Think About Selling
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Dangerous Mindsets: Transforming Your Approach to Selling
Summary:
Three Common Mistakes E-tailers Make
Since the advent of e-commerce, online retailers have often fallen into harmful thought patterns. According to Lisa Suttora from [WhatDoISell.com](http://WhatDoISell.com), these common mistakes can significantly hinder business growth and profitability. Adopting the right mindset when sourcing and selling products is essential to avoid these pitfalls.
Mistake 1: Relying Solely on a Single Product
Focusing exclusively on one product comes with two main issues:
1. Market Fluctuations: A product might perform well one month and poorly another. To ensure year-round business success, diversify beyond a single selling season.
2. Missed Opportunities: Offering a variety of products encourages repeat business. By surrounding your main product with complementary items, you meet the broader needs of your target market and increase customer satisfaction.
Mistake 2: Assuming Products Will Sell Themselves
To stand out in a crowded market, you must distinguish your online store. This involves adding valuable content related to your products and target audience, such as:
- Sharing recipes if you sell cookware.
- Providing dart game rules for dart board customers.
- Offering articles on the best ski slopes if you sell ski equipment.
By providing unique content, you create a compelling reason for customers to return to your site, increasing the likelihood of sales.
Mistake 3: Focusing Only on High-Profit Items
Consider a computer store: while computers may have low profit margins, accessories like cables and printers offer higher margins. Removing products that don’t yield a high profit overlooks the bigger picture.
Suttora emphasizes that the goal is long-term, sustainable profits. Both low-volume, high-profit items and high-volume, low-profit items contribute to your overall success. Each product plays a role in creating a balanced revenue stream.
By avoiding these common mistakes and adopting a more comprehensive approach, e-tailers can enhance their business growth and profitability.
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