E-commerce 101: 9 Questions Every E-Commerce Beginner Should Ask

Chapter one: Is my business on the right track?

• Dos and don'ts of choosing your product
• Profitable categories
• Research tools to help you find popular products on the Internet

Chapter two: How can I make my business legitimate?

• What licenses should you have before you start selling?
• Why is it important to open a business bank account and a merchant account?

Chapter three: To find suppliers, who should I ask?

• Different people who can help you find legitimate suppliers
• What are trade shows and trade publications?
• How is searching online different than searching in sourcing sites?

Chapter four: What supplier types can I utilize for my business?

• Different supplier types
• Differences between importers and import agents
• Differences between franchisors, distributors, manufacturers, and wholesalers

Chapter five: How can I source my products?

• What are the different product sourcing methods?
• How are they different from each other?
• Advantages and disadvantages of each method

Chapter six: Where can I find drop shipping companies?

• What are the best drop shipping websites that you can contact for your business?
• What services do they offer?

Chapter seven: How can I gear my business towards success?

• How to build a good business relationship with the supplier
• How to be safe when looking for wholesalers
• How to get more from your return on investment

Chapter eight: How can I become a successful seller on eBay and Amazon?

• Specific tips to become successful when you sell at eBay and Amazon

Chapter nine: Where can I establish my online store?

• Why you should start an online store
• Different websites where you can establish your online store