Many foreign traders are using LinkedIn as a social platform to a greater or lesser extent, but everyone uses it in a different way and in a different depth. Some people use it as a tool to analyse customer information, some people use it to promote and attract traffic, some people use it to find customers’ emails, and some people make it an efficient customer development tool. Today, I want to talk to you: how I make LinkedIn the secret of inquiry (order) production line, and how to make full use of LinkedIn to achieve the ultimate goal of developing foreign customers, marketing and promoting products. If you can follow my ideas and methods, and take care of your LinkedIn account, then soon you will be in the same state when you open LinkedIn every day: ● A rich source of clients through LinkedIn; ● A steady stream of valid enquiries; More importantly, you will have a ‘traffic pool’ of your own, which has sustainable value growth, and a persuasive and good personal brand image. An Introduction to LinkedIn Before the formal explanation, let’s first learn about LinkedIn: LinkedIn is dedicated to providing a communication platform to the world’s working professionals and assisting them to utilise their strengths and build exclusive connections. As a global professional social networking site, LinkedIn has more than 500 million members worldwide. Here you can easily build your professional image, gain business insights, expand your professional network and discover more career opportunities. We know that LinkedIn’s positioning is a professional social networking site, so we need to fit the positioning of LinkedIn to present ourselves, and know how to shape and present our professional attributes, […]

  The dropshipping business model has exploded in popularity over the last decade — promising low startup costs, minimal inventory risk, and the flexibility to run an online store from anywhere in the world. But while it’s easier than ever to start, making consistent profit remains the real challenge. Many beginners underestimate the true costs involved, misprice their products, or fail to account for hidden expenses that quietly eat away at margins. This in-depth guide will break down how dropshipping profits actually work, explain how to calculate your real costs, and show you exactly how to price your products to achieve sustainable, predictable profits. 1. The Reality of Dropshipping Profit Margins Let’s start with some truth:Dropshipping is not a get-rich-quick scheme. Yes, it eliminates the need to stock inventory or handle shipping, but it also comes with thin margins — especially in competitive niches. The typical profit margin for dropshippers ranges between 10% and 30%, depending on the niche, product quality, and marketing strategy. Here’s a quick look at the average profit structure: Category Typical Profit Margin Competition Level Tech Accessories 10–20% Very High Fitness Products 20–35% Medium–High Home & Decor 25–40% Moderate Beauty & Skincare 30–50% Medium Pet Supplies 25–45% Medium Niche/Custom Products 40–60% Low–Moderate These numbers vary widely, but one truth stands out:Without a solid pricing and profit analysis, even a successful product can turn into a financial loss. 2. Understanding the Dropshipping Cost Structure Before setting prices, you must understand every cost that impacts your final profit. Let’s break them down. 2.1 Product Cost This is what you pay your supplier (on AliExpress, Alibaba, CJ Dropshipping, etc.) for each item. For example: Product cost: $15 per unit […]

Are you thinking about starting an online business but feel stressed over renting warehouses, stocking products, and spending a lot of money upfront? Don’t worry, there’s a solution called dropshipping. It’s perfect for beginners! With this model, you won’t need to worry about inventory or making big investments. You can easily start your business without the hassle. What is Dropshipping? Dropshipping is a popular fulfillment method for cross-border sellers. It’s a straightforward process: sellers showcase products on their website, and once an order is placed, they buy the item from a supplier who ships it directly to the customer.This efficient model allows sellers to avoid the hassle of managing inventory while offering a seamless shopping experience to their customers.The diagram below clearly illustrates this process. Although dropshipping has been around for less than a decade, it has grown rapidly. This is clearly reflected in the stock price growth of Shopify. In May 2015, Shopify’s stock price was less than $30, but by its peak in February 2020, it had skyrocketed to an astonishing $531.22. In less than five years, the stock price surged nearly 19 times—an incredible leap! From Shopify’s stock price growth chart, it’s clear that dropshipping has been booming in recent years. Dropshipping mainly involves three parties: the customer, the dropshipper, and the suppliers. Let’s focus on introducing the two roles that might be less familiar—dropshippers and dropshipping suppliers. What is a Dropshipper? A dropshipper is an individual or business engaged in dropshipping operations. In the dropshipping business model, the dropshipper runs an online store. When a customer places an order, the dropshipper forwards the order details to a supplier, who then ships the product directly to the […]