Monday, May 6, 2013

Starting A Profitable Online Jewelry Business Is Easy

By Aaron Small


Operating an online jewelry store is not as easy as many think. Do not let a lack of knowledge lead to your failure. If you follow our simple instructions you can be as successful online as you want to be.

Make your contact information easy to search. If customers need to in touch with you to ask questions, place orders, or let you know how they feel about your jewelry product, they shouldn't have to search for your contact information. Create a simple contact form or provide your email address in a prominent location.

Your shop's shipping policy should be clearly and explicitly stated on your website so that there are never any misunderstandings. Your return policies should also be displayed in a clear and straightforward manner. All information for your potential customers must be very easy to understand.

When you are selling on an online auction site, be certain to describe jewelry in as much detail as possible, using vivid imagery and wording. You might also post a customer review on the jewelry product and list why you are selling the jewelry.

It is common to experience a lag in sales between July 4 and Labor day Weekend. This is a great time to advertise a "Summer Blow-out Sale". Offer jewelry at a reduced rate to bring customers to you. Include summer jewelry, such as swim wear, camping equipment and summer clothes. Then in August, market school supplies and clothes to bring in clients.

Another simple way to keep your name in the forefront is to have your company contact info on the footer of all documents. Also hand out jewelry product flyers with purchases of other jewelry. This shows the customers that you have other things that they may want to buy.

As important as it is for you to understand your market, it is even more important to understand your competition. Knowing the competition will help you know your business' position in the market. This will tell you if you are a major or minor player in the game. It will also tell you how unique your business is or is not in relation to other players in your market.

Place a prominent link on your website where customers can send you email. Let them know you want to hear from them. Very few really send emails so make it a rule to respond instantly when they send you a message. Buyers will be happy to see you care about them.

After conducting your research you will gather some information. What you do with this information is what matters otherwise your research will be useless if you do not use this information to your advantage. Use the information to make your jewelry product different and compelling.

It is important that you are honest and clear when it comes to you costs and delivery prices. If you are upfront with this information at the beginning you will build trust with your buyer and make them more comfortable with their purchases. Give as many details as you can and if necessary set up a set of Frequently Asked Questions to aid your customers.




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