The Internet is an endless source of information, but it can also be a bit overwhelming when one looks for specifics on a given topic. We gathered 10 pieces of content that we found useful in learning more about the dropshipping model.
First things first, let’s start with a little reminder of what the dropshipping model is. Dropshipping includes 3 parties: a reseller (you), a supplier and your customer.
- The customer orders your product on your website.
- You process the order and send it to your supplier.
- The supplier packs up and sends the product directly to the customer.
This model is great to start an online business with a low budget as you don’t have to order products in advance and stock them in your house or a warehouse. Your job is to advertise and sell the products. You get paid by the customer and in turn you pay the product cost to the supplier.
Now that we’re done with the introduction, let’s move on the core of this post.
1. Oberlo Blog
Oberlo is a Shopify app that connects your store to AliExpress (an online retail service where you can find your dropshipping suppliers), and ease the process whether it be adding products to your store or processing orders.
Their website is an well of knowledge when it comes to dropshipping. As you can imagine, Oberlo’s goal is to get as many people as possible using their app, so it only makes sense that they give their potential users all the tools at their disposal to build a successful dropshipping business.
They have a bunch of interesting resources, including success stories that will make you dream of your own success. However, the best page I found is this one: Everything You Need to Know About Dropshipping. As the title indicates, it gathers all the resources you need from Oberlo to get started with dropshipping.
I’ll most likely write another post dedicated to Oberlo blog later. I’ve read a lot of articles and will need sort them out before sharing my top 10 with you.
Want to go further? Sign up with the app and head to their online courses.
2. AliDropship Blog
Similar to Oberlo, AliDropship is a third-party tool. They offer 2 options, one where you can build your own website and install their plugin, and another where they build your store for you.
And just like Oberlo, they want to give you the key to success. Their blog would also deserve a dedicated post, but I said I’d give you my selection, so here we go. AliDropship is one of the only websites where I found information about dropshipping in Australia: What You Need To Know About Dropshipping In Australia.
I also recommend having a look at their success stories section.
4. Oberlo Podcast
At the beginning of the year, I was still pretty new in my former job. As a Social Media Specialist, I had to be on top of the latest trends when it came to of course, social media, but also social media advertising and online marketing. I hate being asked a question and not being able to answer, specially when I’m supposed to be the expert, and that’s why I started to do some research outside of work (agency life didn’t really allow me to take on my time at work to do so).
That’s when I discovered the magical and incredible world of podcasts! I knew what it was, but I thought it was just for people talking about their lives, or reviewing their latest purchase. Little did I know I could also learn from it.
As mentioned before, Oberlo blog is a big source of information. Their podcast is no different. Between interviews and advice, you can find very valuable insight on dropshipping. If you’re just starting with dropshipping, I recommend: Dropshipping Questions: 10 FAQs Every Dropshipper Asks in 2020.
5. Wholesale Ted YouTube Channel
Alright, this one is by far my favourite. Wholesale Ted is a YouTube channel owned by Sarah Chrisp, an absolute online biz genius. Not only the knowledge she shares is relevant and useful, it also comes with a lot of honesty.
For the purpose of this post, I’d recommend you watch What You NEED To Know Before Dropshipping In 2020.
If you want to learn more, please check out her channel, it’s a gold mine.
That’s it for this post. And I’m going to let you in a little confidence: it’s the first I wrote for this blog ;). Hope it helps! Feel free to let me know your thoughts in the comments.
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