From Local Launch to Global Reach
Using Zik Analytics and Google Keyword Planner, I identified trending items and optimized listings with long-tail SEO to ensure top search rankings. Automation tools were integrated to sync the eBay store with a supplier in China, streamlining order management.
After the first month, I expanded to the United Kingdom and Germany, capitalizing on higher margins due to proximity to the supplier. The strategy minimized reliance on paid ads and increased profitability through organic search traffic.
Within the first three months, the store generated $1,000 in sales. After setting up operations and completing product photography, the store was successfully handed over to the client. The images and videos in this gallery reflect the reality of a business built from a laptop—each clip capturing step-by-step progress shared with my friend and client in Spain as we brought the business to life.
Using Zik Analytics, Google Keyword Planner, and click analysis tools, I identified in-demand products, average prices, and competition levels. I learned that technical terms don't always align with what buyers search for, so I optimized the listings to maximize visibility and minimize the need for paid ads.
This GIF captures the detailed pricing process, including calculations of fees, shipping costs, and taxes. Each product’s price was carefully adjusted in Excel to ensure profitability while complying with eBay and state tax regulations.
Crafting the perfect title, selecting the right category, and providing a detailed description are key to aligning with eBay's algorithm. Optimizing listings with SEO ensures better visibility and maximizes the chances of conversions.
Using AutoDS to connect the eBay store with suppliers, fine-tuning listings through A/B testing, and managing logistics ensuring smooth operations from order to delivery.
Balancing organic and paid efforts, with optimized SEO driving 50.8% of impressions. Strategic placements and a 62.1% boost in page views sparked a 60% sales growth—just as we were getting started.