The global pandemic is ruining economies around the world, and now more people than ever before realize their jobs are less than secure. With that in mind, millions are on the lookout for alternative ways to source income if the worst happens. In this article, I’m going to explain how anyone can start a simple e-commerce business from home and earn enough to pay their bills and feed their family. 

If you follow the advice below, it’s possible to start earning money from a simple e-commerce business in only a few days. Anyone can do it, and now is the best time to get started!

Develop a High Level of Cyber Security

There are a lot of people out there who would just love to hack into your business and cause some serious issues. Whether someone is trying to get into a financial account, steal personal information, or someone is just a troll who wants to cause trouble you need to have your business protected. There are several effective ways you can go about this that will give you the security you need to be able to keep yourself, your business, and your employees safe from losing precious information and resources. Checklists like the Essential 8 are great to review to give you some insight on what great cyber security looks like. It may take some effort to secure your company’s digital profile, but it will be well worth it to know that you, your business, and your staff are secure and your information is only your business and no one else’s. 

Choose an e-commerce platform

If you want to launch an e-commerce business from home, there is no need to pay for an expensive website or any of the things you might imagine. There are already lots of different e-commerce platforms online where you can open an account and start earning money. You just need to choose the right one for you. Some examples include:

• eBay
• Amazon
• Etsy
• Spreadshirt
• Cafepress 

Research each of those, and take a look at any others you find online before selecting the one that appeals to you most. For instance, Etsy is best suited for arts and crafts. Amazon and eBay are best suited for general product selling. 

Develop a High Level of Cyber Security

There are a lot of people out there who would just love to hack into your business and cause some serious issues. Whether someone is trying to get into a financial account, steal personal information, or someone is just a troll who wants to cause trouble you need to have your business protected. There are several effective ways you can go about this that will give you the security you need to be able to keep yourself, your business, and your employees safe from losing precious information and resources. Checklists like the Essential 8 are great to review to give you some insight on what great cyber security looks like. It may take some effort to secure your company’s digital profile, but it will be well worth it to know that you, your business, and your staff are secure and your information is only your business and no one else’s. 

Select products that will sell

In truth, you can’t really choose the best e-commerce platform until you know what you plan to sell. You have many options on the table, but it’s wise to look for something that isn’t going to require a substantial investment. You need to keep your spending as low as possible during the early stages. 

Perhaps you have arts and crafts skills? Maybe you could make original products and sell them on the Etsy platform? Thousands of people do it. You might be a t-shirt designer, in which case, selling on Spreadshirt would be the best option. Choose your products, and make sure you can source them without breaking the bank. 

Develop a High Level of Cyber Security

There are a lot of people out there who would just love to hack into your business and cause some serious issues. Whether someone is trying to get into a financial account, steal personal information, or someone is just a troll who wants to cause trouble you need to have your business protected. There are several effective ways you can go about this that will give you the security you need to be able to keep yourself, your business, and your employees safe from losing precious information and resources. Checklists like the Essential 8 are great to review to give you some insight on what great cyber security looks like. It may take some effort to secure your company’s digital profile, but it will be well worth it to know that you, your business, and your staff are secure and your information is only your business and no one else’s. 

Market your products cheaply 

Success in the E-commerce industry lies in your ability to design a marketing strategy that works. Sure, lots of people will stumble on your products using the e-commerce platforms, and that’s an excellent thing. However, you still need to promote your store and products as much as possible. 

Launch social media pages, write press releases, publish blog posts, and so everything you can to get attention without having to spend a fortune. You could even use websites like Fiverr to find Instagram influencers willing to promote your products or store to their audience for a small fee. 

Think outside of the box for the best results!

You should now have a decent idea of what you need to do to start a small e-commerce company that will generate income for your family. There are even some options on the table if you don’t have a single dime to invest. There is something called Affiliate Marketing that you should take the time to research if you’re totally broke at the moment. There is always a way to earn from the internet. You just need to work hard to find it. Good luck with everything!

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