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Print On Demand Cast: Print On Demand Tips and eCommerce Strategies for Selling POD on Etsy, Amazon, and More!
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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: "Wha ...
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E216: The DTF Revolution - LIVE from Printing United w/ Cole Lundstrom
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Welcome back to the PODCast! What does it take to revolutionize the print-on-demand industry from the ground up? Join me and my POD Pal, industry expert Cole Lundstrom, as we unravel his journey from owning a bustling screen printing shop in LA to partnering with Omniprint on a transformative DTF project, Click Peel. Hear firsthand how this new com…
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Episode 95: Buying or Selling the right machine. Nicole Pape | Embellishr
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In this conversation, Nicole Pape shares her extensive journey in the screen printing industry, from her early days reclaiming screens to founding her own business, Embellisher. She discusses the challenges and opportunities in the used equipment market, the importance of understanding equipment valuation, and the nuances of contract work. Nicole e…
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Welcome back to the PODCast! In this week's episode, Travis shares some essential strategies that will potentially set you up for a record-breaking season even if you're scrambling at the last minute. Though Josiah couldn't join in this week due to some exciting personal developments, Travis has got your back. From revisiting E211's previous Q4 pre…
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E214: Royalty Based POD vs Seller of Record POD + Subliminator
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Ever wondered about the best print-on-demand business model for maximizing your earnings? On this week's episode, Travis and Josiah break down the pros and cons of royalty-based versus seller-of-record models, giving you a clear understanding of their impact on customer service and marketing efforts. Whether you're drawn to the ease of platforms li…
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E213: Busting Myths About Online Business Communities
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Think sharing your business struggles makes you look weak? Think again. On this episode of the Print On Demand Cast, recorded live from Las Vegas at the Printing United show, Travis tackles seven myths that hold back many entrepreneurs. Discover why your competitors might actually become your greatest allies, and how opening up about your challenge…
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E212: Hiring a Designer For Print On Demand + Playground.com
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Ready to unlock the secrets of creating stunning, professional designs without breaking a sweat? On this week's show, Travis and Josiah break down the essentials of hiring a print on demand designer. From creating a workflow to deciding how much to pay, the guys share step by step advice for hiring (and keeping) a quality VA to assist you in turnin…
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Episode 94: How to guide: Hiring your first 5 employees for your t-shirt shop
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In this episode, Cole and Gavin discuss the challenges of hiring and building a team. They share their experiences and insights on finding the right people, determining the right time to hire, and creating a strong company culture. They emphasize the importance of reliability, respect, and clear communication in building a sustainable team. They al…
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E211: Ten Things To Do Before Before Q4 + Printing United
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What if you could crush it with your holiday sales with just a few strategic tweaks? In this week's episode of the Print On Demand Cast, the guys are gearing up for Q4 by revealing 10 essential tasks that will set you up for success during the busiest season of the year. Travis kicks things off with a few personal updates before diving into the upc…
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E210: The Silent Killer of POD Business Success
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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 ga…
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Episode 93: Making your Local T-shirt Printing Shop #1 in SEO
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This episode is about making your local screen printing t-shirt shop number one in SEO. Cole and Gavindiscuss the importance of keywords and keyword phrases in optimizing your website and Google My Business profile. They provide tips on using the Google Keyword Planner, optimizing title tags and meta descriptions, creating keyword-focused content, …
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Episode 92: The Highs and Lows of Running a T-Shirt Empire
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Sponsored by- Seps.io MerchTroop.com In this episode of *Building Your T-Shirt Empire*, hosts Gavin StGeorges and Cole Lundstrom take a deep dive into the real-world challenges and triumphs of running a t-shirt business. From Gavin's transition from a nomadic lifestyle to settling down, to Cole's decision to shut down his long-running screen printi…
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E209: Laying the Foundation - The First Step to Organizing Your Print On Demand Business
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Welcome back to the PODCast! How can better organization revolutionize your print-on-demand business? In this episode, Travis and Josiah unpack the secrets to mastering design and product management that can set you up for long term success. Join them for some light-hearted banter (nothing new there!) and a pirate-themed dad joke before they dive i…
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E208: Celebrating 4 Years of the PODCast! + Print On Demand Trivia & Industry Insights
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Ever wondered what it takes to keep a podcast thriving for four years? Join us in this special anniversary episode of the Print On Demand Cast as we look back on our journey since launching on August 31st, 2020. We'll kick things off by sharing some behind-the-scenes stories about the evolution of our logo and branding—from a humble printer ink spl…
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E207: Fixing The Money Problems in Your POD Business + DistroMade AI Tool
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Welcome back to the PODCast! Money problems got you down? (Sounds like the opening line of a late night infomercial.) 😂 But seriously, how can you turn around the financial fate of your Print On Demand business? This week, Travis and Josiah share some strategies around why your business finances might not be where you had hoped when starting out. W…
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E206: 5 Reasons Your POD Business is Ready for Growth + Industry Trends for 2024
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Welcome back to the PODCast! On this week's show, the topic may not feel congruent with the title. However, some of the frustrations and perceived setbacks you're experiencing in your print on demand business might actually be springboards for growth. Perspective can change the way you internalize "problems" and set you free to actually grow. Last …
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E205: Self Sabotage and How It Affects Your Business
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Welcome back to the PODCast! On this week's show, Travis is solo and pulls the curtain back on some of the internal growth he's been leaning into. The hope is that taking the time to acknowledge these limiting and self sabotaging voices will help the listener become aware of their own and how it can (and likely is) affecting their print on demand b…
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E204: STOP PUTTING IT OFF! Hiring Your First VA + Etsy CEO Statement
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Welcome back to the PODCast! Can combining In-N-Out and Chick-fil-A lead to the ultimate 4th of July feast? Join Josiah and Travis as they recount their holiday adventures filled with quirky food experiments, pickleball matches, and dazzling fireworks. While Josiah enjoyed a fun-filled weekend, Travis shares his unfortunate tale of dealing with a b…
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E203: Free and Low-Cost Marketing Strategies for Your Print On Demand Business
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Welcome back to the PODCast! Can you imagine doubling your reach and engagement with just a few tweaks to your marketing strategy? This week, the guys reconnect after a few weeks to bring you a treasure trove of free and inexpensive marketing ideas for your print-on-demand business. Even implementing just one of these strategies over time can have …
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E202: How To Sublimate a Coffee Mug [REBROADCAST]
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For a second straight week, Travis and Josiah couldn't sync their schedules! So this week, they're doing a rebroadcast of an episode recorded over a year ago! As recompense, Travis added an extra dad joke for you. Hope that's makes up for your (obvious) massive disappointment. 😂 Anyway, on to the show! ---------- Welcome back to the PODCast and wel…
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E201: Shopify or Etsy? Where Should You Begin Selling Print On Demand?
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Welcome back to the PODCast! So which platform should you be focusing on for your print-on-demand business? On this week's show, Travis fly's solo as Josiah takes a well-deserved family break in Wyoming. He tackles the age-old debate: Etsy or Shopify? In the massive pros and cons list for each platform, Travis outlines the differences in these two …
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E200: Celebrating 200 Episodes Live + Listener Stories
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(Really sorry for the poor audio on this episode!) Can you believe it? 200 episodes of Print on Demand and small business content. I guarantee Travis and Josiah had no idea this day would come sitting in a garage four years ago and pressing record for the first time. But here we are. Wow. Join the guys as they celebrate this incredible accomplishme…
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E199: Transform Your Business with the 5 P's of Marketing + 200th Episode Invitation!
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Welcome back to the PODCast! If you've been involved in the world marketing for any length of time, then you've likely heard of the 5 P's. On this week's show, Travis and Josiah unravel the secrets behind Product, Pricing, Place, Promotion, and People. There's a lot to uncover as it relates to print on demand and branding, but in the end, the 5 P's…
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Can you believe we've reached our 200th episode???!!! For this epic milestone, we want to celebrate alongside you, our incredible POD multiverse, and want to hear your unique stories! Join us on June 11th at 7 PM Mountain Time (9 PM Eastern, 6 PM Pacific) as we go live on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for an unforgettable experience. This specia…
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E198: Mail Bag Episode + Shutterstock Buying Envato!?
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In this week's episode, Travis and Josiah turn the show over to you, the Print On Demand Multiverse. Taking questions from the Facebook Group and Instagram DM's, the guys talk about everything from DTF printers to summer markets and inventory to pricing personalized POD products. There's a little bit for everyone in this episode, so be sure to tune…
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E197: Do You Have A Print On Demand Hobby or Business? + Amazon Merch on Demand Custom Tshirts
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When starting your print on demand venture, it's natural to share it with others. Well, if you've told people about your POD business, this episode might be a bit of a wake up call. While it's totally fine to see print on demand as a hobby that can bring in a few bucks, there's a different way to go about building a business. On this week's episode…
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E196: Advanced Tax Strategies for Your POD Business w/ Adam Schaeuble
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Welcome back to the PODCast! On this week's episode, Travis is joined by Adam Schaeuble from Podcasting Business School and they delve into the realm of tax strategies that can reshape your business's future. Swapping printer ink for ink on tax forms, they unravel the complexities of the tax world with a sprinkle of humor and heaps of wisdom. Adam,…
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E195: What to Look for in a POD Production Partner + Suno AI
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Curious about what it takes to consistently deliver top-notch print on demand products? Join Travis and Josiah on this week's show as they dig into the critical elements of choosing a POD production partner. From using samples to not only test quality, but also delivery times, to making sure your chosen vendor can integrate with the channels you wa…
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E194: Strategies To Boost Your “Findability” On Etsy
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Welcome back to the PODCast! On this week's show, Travis and Josiah attempt to unlock the secrets to skyrocketing your Etsy shop's visibility and guide you through the maze of print on demand SEO essentials. The hope is that by the time you're done with this episode, you'll be armed with a treasure trove of actionable tips to craft titles that char…
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Episode 91: Explore the integration of AI in the printing industry with Matt Marcotte
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Dive into the innovative world of artificial intelligence in the printing sector with our special guest Matt Marcotte Creator of Screen print Gpt in this week’s episode of "Building Your T Empire." Hosts Cole and Gavin uncover how Matt's groundbreaking project, Screen print GPT, is revolutionizing the way printing businesses operate and scale. Lear…
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E193: Branding With Your Customer In Mind w/ Jon Ladd
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Welcome back the PODCast! On this week's show, Travis interviews Jon Ladd from Terminus Tees. As a marketer first, Jon has a unique and time tested way of crafting strategies that resonate deeply with his audience, transforming everyday merchandise into powerful statements of identity. From Jon's insights, you'll learn how to pair humor with relata…
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Episode 90: Sell your shop: how to make a guaranteed margin with Jeremy Parker
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In this episode of "Building a T-Shirt Empire," hosts Cole and Gavin welcome Jeremy Parker, the entrepreneurial force behind swag.com, for a deep dive into his journey through various business ventures and the dynamic world of promotional products. From starting out in documentary filmmaking to revolutionizing the swag industry and selling to Custo…
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Episode 89: Unleashing Print On Demand Potential: Exclusive Insights with Travis from the Podcast
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Dive deep into the world of print on demand with Travis from the Print on Demand Podcast in this must-watch episode of “Building Your T-Shirt Empire.” Hosted by Cole, founder of Shirt Agency, discover how Travis has navigated the complexities of selling on platforms like Amazon and Etsy, and how he has innovated his business strategies over the yea…
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E192: Going From “Just Starting Out” to “Crushing It” In Your POD Business + Epson F2270!
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Ever wondered how to transform your Print on Demand (POD) side hustle into a full-fledged business empire? Strap in as Travis and Josiah lay out a roadmap for your journey, infusing their experiences with industry know-how and a pinch of dad humor to keep things lively. They’re not just talking shop, they're sharing real life examples of mistakes m…
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E191: Six Reasons Why You Aren't Getting Sales on Etsy + TikTok Shops
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Welcome back the PODCast! Ever feel like you're shouting into the void with your Etsy shop, only to be met with the sound of crickets? Fear not, fellow creators and side hustlers, because Travis and Josiah are here with a lighthearted yet enlightening episode that will equip you with the know-how to kick those stagnant sales to the curb. We'll navi…
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E190: Shopify vs Marketplaces - Where Should You Sell? + Veeqo Shipping
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Welcome back the PODCast! Easter egg hunts and church choirs are usually reserved for family albums, but not today! Tune in as Travis and Josiah weave tales of their Easter escapades into a broader narrative about the hustle of online selling. From the echoes of laughter during a family Easter egg showdown to the strum of a guitar in a church servi…
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Episode 88: Making T-Shirt Marketing Personal. Jon Ladd from Terminus Tees
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Join us on a captivating journey to the heart of the t-shirt industry with 'Building Your T-Shirt Empire,' featuring the illustrious Jon Ladd, the visionary behind Terminus Tees. This exclusive episode, proudly sponsored by ShirtAgency.com and Seps.io, dives deep into the secrets of building a successful t-shirt business from the ground up. Learn f…
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E189: The Best Ways To Market Your Brand in 2024 + Impressions Expo Atlantic City Recap
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Welcome back the PODCast! Let's face it, marketing is a buzz word. That said, it's also the life blood of a brand - without marketing, your brand will eventually die off. On this week's show, Josiah and Travis share their insights into the best ways to market your brand in 2024! Not only will the guys share about how to go about establishing your b…
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BONUS! E188: Interview w/ Mario Duval from Chopps Cards
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Wait. What? Yep, it's finally here...a bonus episode. 😂 On this episode, Travis talks with Mario Duval of Chopp Cards to talk about how he's using POD to create trading cards. It's a very unique niche, and the way Mario is hustling to get clients is inspiring. Enjoy the show! https://printondemandcast.com https://printondemandcast.com/shop https://…
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E187: Can You Really Start A Print On Demand Business For Free? + New DTG Printer
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Welcome back the PODCast! This week Travis and Josiah tackle a question that seems to come up quite a lot - can you do POD for free? And while technically you can, in the end you'll almost always trade efficiency for dollars - opportunity cost is a real thing! Plus, in the Point of Interest the guys share about a new DTG/DTF hybrid, the Epson SureC…
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E186: Systemize Your Path to Print on Demand Profits
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Welcome back POD Pals! Ever wondered how to turn your Print On Demand side hustle into a money-making machine? Strap in and prepare as Travis and Josiah "get down to the nitty-gritty" of systemizing your way to success. This episode is all about laying out the groundwork for meaningful progress in both your personal and entrepreneurial life. We che…
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E185: 8 Mistakes You're Making in POD and How to Fix Them + A Brand New Segment!?
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Welcome back to the show POD Pals! Print on demand is a difficult business. There are many things that you learn over the months and years. In this week's episode Travis and Josiah share 8 mistakes that a lot of people make in their POD business and discuss how you can correct them. Travis and Josiah also debut a BRAND NEW segment called "Last Week…
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Episode 87: 5 Smart AI Ideas to Skyrocket Your T-Shirt Printing Business!
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Ever thought about how AI can amp up your T-shirt printing? We've got 5 smart AI ideas that’ll transform your print shop from busy to buzzing! We’re talking less grunt work, more genius work, all thanks to AI. Big shoutout to our sponsors SEPS.io and ShirtAgency.com for their support. Dive in to find out how you can make these AI ideas work for you…
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