Crickets to Cha-Chings – Details, episodes & analysis

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Crickets to Cha-Chings

Gold City Ventures

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/12d. Total Eps: 218

Crickets to Cha-chings is a podcast for handmade and digital entrepreneurs wanting to uplevel their Etsy shops and grow their business. Join us as we talk marketing for your business, strategy to drive traffic to your shop, how to stand out on Etsy, and running an online business while maintaining flexibility for your family.

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21/08/2026
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🇨🇦 Canada - marketing
26/07/2026
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https://www.youtube.com/@digitalbailey
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182. How Emily Earned 6-Figures from her POD & Digital Shops since January 2023

Monday, August 26, 2024 • Duration 41:50

Emily, a successful 6-figure Etsy seller, shares her journey of starting and growing her print on demand and digital product shops. She emphasizes the importance of research and finding niche markets to target. Emily also discusses her graphic design skills and the importance of practice and simplicity in creating professional-looking designs. She shares her productivity strategies, including using templates and setting goals, and how she balances creation and consumption of content.

Contact Emily: https://www.instagram.com/ecommemily/

Gold City Ventures: https://goldcityventures.com/

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AeBYEexJZeA

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181. Coaching Call at 300 Sales - Bundles, Flagship Products, and Blogging

Monday, August 19, 2024 • Duration 27:49

In this episode, Julie interviews Meagan, an Etsy seller in the faith and family LDS niche who wants to expand her business beyond Etsy. Megan shares her journey of starting on Etsy and growing her shop to 300 sales. Julie suggests participating in a bundle and creating an email sales sequence to promote the flagship product. They also touch on the topic of social media and the potential benefits of creating videos. Takeaways

Having a flagship product to sell can help drive sales and establish your brand.
Participating in bundles and creating email sales sequences can be effective strategies for promoting your products.
Creating videos on social media can be a fun and engaging way to connect with your audience.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/AOFfA5lgWgM

Connect with Meagan: https://printstouplift.com/

Gold City Ventures: https://goldcityventures.com

Beyond: https://goldcityventures.com/beyond

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172. Etsy Marketplace Insights 2024 Spring and Summer Trends Report

Monday, May 6, 2024 • Duration 13:38

Etsy put out a spring/summer trend report and Julie reviews it in this episode of the Crickets to Cha-Chings podcast.

Here are some snippets of trending keyword searches according to Etsy in case you don't have time to read the report:

+266% YoY increase in searches on Etsy for divorce gifts or items
+351% YoY increase in searches on Etsy for cozy home items
+465% YoY increase in searches on Etsy for host or hostess gifts
+2,159% YoY increase in searches on Etsy for lawn games
+105% YoY increase in searches on Etsy for wildflower art
+50% YoY increase in searches on Etsy for pickleball gifts

We're also seeing major vibes for western and pasta night here.

You may be like "eh, my product doesn't fit in these trends" but I would encourage you to think a little deeper about how you can incorporate trending ideas into the product that you already make.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/R5wfzV7pQoQ

Etsy Marketplace Report: https://www.etsy.com/seller-handbook/article/1255437605579?ref=handbook

Watch our free workshop at: https://goldcityventures.com/

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171. Start a Niche Subscription Business for Printables: Live Coaching Call

Monday, April 29, 2024 • Duration 41:47

In this live episode of the Crickets to Cha-Chings podcast, Julie Berninger and Sasha Hutchison discuss strategies for growing an Etsy business off of the platform. They provide guidance to Naomi, an Etsy seller selling printables, on how to expand her business and reach a wider audience. The conversation covers topics such as building an email list, repurposing content for social media, and creating YouTube videos. They emphasize the importance of niching down and finding the right platforms to connect with the target audience. The hosts also highlight the need for traffic generation and suggest exploring Facebook groups as a potential avenue for growth. In this conversation, Julie and Sasha discuss the importance of trying new things and not being afraid to fail in business. They also explore the target audience for Naomi's products, including Sunday school teachers, camp directors, and homeschooling parents. They emphasize the need to understand the specific needs and interests of these target customers in order to create relevant and valuable products. The conversation also touches on the potential for affiliate marketing and the importance of staying focused on the core topic of the business.

Gold City Ventures Beyond Program: https://goldcityventures.com/beyond/

Takeaways

Building an email list is crucial for growing an Etsy business off of the platform.
Repurposing content for social media can help save time and reach a wider audience.
Creating YouTube videos can be an effective way to showcase products and attract customers.
Niching down and finding the right platforms to connect with the target audience is essential for business growth.
Generating traffic is a challenge for Etsy sellers, and exploring Facebook groups can be a potential solution. Don't be afraid to try new things in your business and allow yourself to fail.
Understand the specific needs and interests of your target audience to create relevant and valuable products.
Consider the potential for affiliate marketing to promote complementary products to your target audience.
Stay focused on the core topic of your business to avoid confusing or losing your audience.

170. 4 Business Ideas: 60min Live Q&A with Julie

Thursday, April 25, 2024 • Duration 01:00:09

If you missed our Live Q&A, here is the replay on YouTube.

Julie broke down 4 business ideas and how they would work off Etsy 1) subscription book box, 2) beauty professional templates 3) seasonal printables for kids monthly subscription and 4) a blog for dog lovers. She also screenshared what Beyond looks like and the prizes you get with purchase. Special pricing ends April 30th at 11:59PM ET.

Resources: https://goldcityventures.com/beyond/

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169. When Your Competitor is a Bigger Brand .. Do This!

Monday, April 15, 2024 • Duration 59:19

In this episode, Julie and Sasha of Gold City Ventures and Kennedy of Our Friendly World discuss growing a business off of Etsy. They talk about competitor analysis and the importance of understanding your customers and competitors. They specifically discuss what to do when your competitor is a bigger brand than you and was on Shark Tank! They also discuss the potential for collaborations and sponsorships, as well as the role of video content in driving traffic and engagement. The conversation highlights the importance of repurposing content and experimenting with different platforms to reach your target audience. Links: Kennedy's Business Our Friendly World: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ourfriendlyworld Gold City Ventures Beyond Program: https://goldcityventures.com/beyond/ This episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TU_L6OaA5UQ In this conversation, Julie and Sasha also discuss various strategies for driving traffic and generating leads for a handmade crochet kit business. They emphasize the importance of understanding the customer journey and tailoring content to different stages of the sales funnel. They also discuss the potential of affiliate marketing, building an email list, and outsourcing tasks to save time. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the value of collaboration and networking within the crafting community. Takeaways

Understanding your customers and competitors through competitor analysis is crucial for growing your business off of Etsy.
Collaborations and sponsorships can be effective ways to expand your reach and attract new customers.
Video content is a powerful tool for driving traffic and engagement, and it can be repurposed across different platforms.
Experimenting with different platforms and strategies is important to find what works best for your business. Understand the customer journey and tailor content to different stages of the sales funnel
Consider affiliate marketing as a way to leverage the networks of others to promote your products
Build an email list to capture leads and nurture relationships with potential customers
Outsource tasks to save time and focus on high-value activities
Collaborate and network within the crafting community to expand your reach and opportunities

Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:00 Competitor Analysis and Insights 04:06 Understanding the Woobles and Differentiating Your Products 09:06 Taking Advantage of Competitors and Building the Market 12:24 Repurposing Content and Driving Traffic with Video 15:18 Exploring Collaborations and Sponsorships 22:16 The Role of Video Content in Attracting Customers 25:49 Experimenting with Different Platforms and Strategies 28:03 Understanding the Customer Journey and Tailoring Content 35:24 The Potential of Affiliate Marketing and Building an Email List 45:32 Outsourcing Tasks to Save Time and Focus on High-Value Activities 52:07 Creating Efficient Workflows and Maximizing ROI 58:22 Collaborating and Networking within the Crafting Community

168. How a Niche Printable Shop Grows Beyond Etsy

Monday, April 8, 2024 • Duration 40:14

In this episode, Julie Berninger and Sasha Hutchison of Gold City Ventures interview Jenny, an Etsy seller who sells printables. They discuss Jenny's journey from selling physical products to focusing on printables, specifically in the golf niche. They explore the potential for Jenny to expand her business beyond Etsy by creating a lifestyle brand and leveraging social media. They also discuss the importance of custom and personalized products and the potential for affiliate marketing. The conversation provides valuable insights and ideas for Jenny to grow her business. In this conversation, Julie and Sasha discuss different strategies for monetizing an Etsy shop that sells golf-themed products. They explore options such as affiliate marketing, creating video content, and targeting specific niches within the golf community. They also discuss the importance of understanding the target audience and their preferences. The conversation ends with rapid-fire ideas for expanding the product offerings and leveraging affiliate marketing.

This is another coaching call-style podcast and there will be two more following in the series!

They discuss:

The customer journey of people searching for niche printables
Why picking a niche once you start selling off Etsy is the way to go
Where Etsy sellers posting on social are messing up
What to post on social media to attract your ideal customer
Ways to monetize with YouTube and affiliate marketing by performing product reviews
How the Gold City Ventures team can improve their new offering Beyond
& more!

Stay tuned to learn more about Beyond which launches mid-month to the Gold City Ventures community!

Resources:

Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3VCSKIx5bUM

🌟 Learn more about Gold City Ventures -- https://goldcityventures.com 🌟

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167. Grow Your Personal Brand off Etsy with Amber (metaphysical jewelry seller)

Monday, April 1, 2024 • Duration 37:41

Amber sells metaphysical and celestial-inspired jewelry on Etsy. She wants to grow her business so she can leave her full-time job. This episode is a casual live coaching call for the Crickets to Cha-Chings podcast with Julie Berninger and Sasha Hutchison of Gold City Ventures.

They discuss what they each outsource both in their business and their home, how to create social media content if you don't have the time, keywords that are hot in the metaphysical space, building your personal brand, growing your email list if you sell in person, and more.

Resources:

Gilded Butterfly Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Gildedbutterflyshop

E-Printables Course: https://goldcityventures.com/e-printables-course/

Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2IYLYb-NEG4

^^ The E-Printables Course is open for enrollment until Monday 4/1 at Midnight!

🌟 Learn more about Gold City Ventures -- https://goldcityventures.com 🌟

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166. How to Increase Sales in a Crochet Kit Etsy Shop

Wednesday, February 28, 2024 • Duration 01:18:27

Julie Berninger of Gold City Ventures chats with Kennedy of Our Friendly World Etsy shop. Kennedy sells crochet kits, crochet patterns, and finished crochet products. This episode is in a casual live coaching call style for the Crickets to Cha-Chings podcast.

They discuss how to interpret keyword research from tools such as eRank, ideas for monetizing a blog with display advertising, Etsy ads, & more!

Resources:

Our Friendly World: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ourfriendlyworld

Our Friendly World Website: https://ourfriendlyworldcrochet.com/

E-Printables Course: https://goldcityventures.com/e-printables-course/

Gold City Ventures YouTube Episode: https://youtu.be/qIc90wmEgLQ

🌟 For More Insider Tips & Strategies on E-Commerce Success! 🌟
Learn more about Gold City Ventures -- https://goldcityventures.com

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165. New Etsy Gift Mode, Email Marketing, and Tik Tok Shop

Sunday, January 28, 2024 • Duration 25:08

Etsy Gift Mode presents a huge opportunity for Etsy sellers. Julie Berninger of Gold City Ventures explains this new shopping experience and how to change your shop sections, pictures, and tags to take advantage of it. She also covers the Etsy email marketing policy change and TikTok shop.

Topics covered in this episode:

1 - Etsy Gift Mode

2 - Etsy Email Marketing policy change

3 - Tik Tok Shop

Resources:

Gift mode article: https://www.etsy.com/seller-handbook/article/1232461378911?ref=handbook

Gold City Ventures YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/goldcityventures

🌟 For More Insider Tips & Strategies on E-Commerce Success! 🌟
Learn more about Gold City Ventures -- https://goldcityventures.com

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