How to start a dropshipping business in 2024

The dropshipping industry is growing INSANELY fast.

This is because dropshipping businesses are:

• Easy to manage
• Cheap to start
• Can be run from anywhere

“How do dropshipping businesses work?”

Dropshipping stores do not physically stock any products but rather send orders to suppliers on behalf of their customers.

“How can I start my own drop shipping business?”

Follow these 3 easy steps to get started:

Step 1: Register your company

People are more comfortable doing business with registered companies as they are listed on the CIPC (Government) database.

Step 2: Create an online store

You’re going to need to create a website to list all of the products you’d like to sell online.

We recommend using Shopify as they have built-in dropshipping tools and great website templates.

There are a lot of cool tools online that can help you to build a website without a lot of money.

Step 3: Get suppliers

You’re going to have to create your own database of suppliers to manage, supply, and deliver products on your behalf.

Your other option is to use Oberlo, a Shopify plugin that you can use to import products from well-known suppliers to your website.

You only have to choose products from their list of goods and import them to your store, so it is super simple.

When people make orders, Oberlo will automatically send them to suppliers, and they’ll handle the entire delivery process for you.

They also automatically includes shipping fees when you import their products to your website.

Pro Dropshipping Tips:

• Try to specialise in one industry type (For example; Don’t sell car products if you mainly sell hair products)
• Follow trends and sell what’s popular.
• Advertise your website as much as possible on social media
• You can use hatchful to create a free Logo.
• Keep delivery fees in mind when pricing your products.
• You can buy established dropshipping stores with verified supplier databases from Exchange Marketplace.
• List your company on Google to put your business out there.

Once you have completed these steps you’ll be able to run a dropshipping store with automated orders and deliveries.