Finding it hard to foster meaningful conversations and credible learning in your drop shipping community? Expert insights can spark quality engagement and position your space as a trusted source. These ready-to-use templates make it easy to share wisdom from industry leaders and invite members to join the discussion.
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Expert insight content taps into the authority bias, making members more likely to trust and participate in conversations led by recognized industry figures. When members see quotes or advice from respected drop shipping experts, it increases perceived value and encourages thoughtful responses.
This approach also lowers the barrier for participation. Instead of asking members to share original expertise, you invite them to react, reflect, or question what an expert has shared. This creates a safe space for everyone to contribute, from beginners to advanced sellers, and positions your community as a hub for current, credible information.
Shopify expert Oberlo says 'Focus on testing products quickly.' Do you agree? Share your approach.
💡 Example: "Shopify expert Oberlo says 'Focus on testing products quickly.' Do you agree? Share your approach."
Ezra Firestone believes branding is key to drop shipping success. How has branding impacted your sales?
💡 Example: "Ezra Firestone believes branding is key to drop shipping success. How has branding impacted your sales?"
Sarah Chrisp suggests starting with a narrow niche. Have you found niche selection important in your store?
💡 Example: "Sarah Chrisp suggests starting with a narrow niche. Have you found niche selection important in your store?"
Wholesale Ted says 'Customer service can set you apart.' What challenges have you faced in this area?
💡 Example: "Wholesale Ted says 'Customer service can set you apart.' What challenges have you faced in this area?"
Chris Wane recommends focusing on supplier relationships. What are your tips for finding reliable suppliers?
💡 Example: "Chris Wane recommends focusing on supplier relationships. What are your tips for finding reliable suppliers?"
Ricky Hayes says 'Video ads outperform image ads in 2024.' Have you tried video ads for your products?
💡 Example: "Ricky Hayes says 'Video ads outperform image ads in 2024.' Have you tried video ads for your products?"
According to Jordan Welch, testing multiple products is essential early on. How many do you test per month?
💡 Example: "According to Jordan Welch, testing multiple products is essential early on. How many do you test per month?"
Yuliya Chernykhovskaya says 'Email marketing is not dead.' Who has seen results from email campaigns?
💡 Example: "Yuliya Chernykhovskaya says 'Email marketing is not dead.' Who has seen results from email campaigns?"
Biaheza notes that fast shipping boosts conversion rates. What shipping times do you offer?
💡 Example: "Biaheza notes that fast shipping boosts conversion rates. What shipping times do you offer?"
Gretta van Riel built multiple 7-figure stores. She says 'Keep your store design simple.' Thoughts?
💡 Example: "Gretta van Riel built multiple 7-figure stores. She says 'Keep your store design simple.' Thoughts?"
Shopify's own advice: 'Optimize for mobile first.' How mobile-friendly is your store?
💡 Example: "Shopify's own advice: 'Optimize for mobile first.' How mobile-friendly is your store?"
Oberlo recommends retargeting ads for abandoned carts. Has this strategy worked for you?
💡 Example: "Oberlo recommends retargeting ads for abandoned carts. Has this strategy worked for you?"
Paul Lee says 'Automate wherever possible.' What tools do you use to automate your workflow?
💡 Example: "Paul Lee says 'Automate wherever possible.' What tools do you use to automate your workflow?"
Jessica Guzik emphasizes the value of clear product descriptions. How do you write yours?
💡 Example: "Jessica Guzik emphasizes the value of clear product descriptions. How do you write yours?"
Franklin Hatchett believes 'Persistence wins in drop shipping.' Share your most persistent moment.
💡 Example: "Franklin Hatchett believes 'Persistence wins in drop shipping.' Share your most persistent moment."
Anton Kraly says 'Do not ignore analytics.' What metrics do you check daily?
💡 Example: "Anton Kraly says 'Do not ignore analytics.' What metrics do you check daily?"
Arie Scherson suggests split-testing landing pages. Who has tried A/B tests? Results?
💡 Example: "Arie Scherson suggests split-testing landing pages. Who has tried A/B tests? Results?"
Wholesale Ted says 'Stay updated on Facebook ad policies.' How do you keep up with platform changes?
💡 Example: "Wholesale Ted says 'Stay updated on Facebook ad policies.' How do you keep up with platform changes?"
Oberlo's trend report highlights eco-friendly products. Are you seeing demand for these?
💡 Example: "Oberlo's trend report highlights eco-friendly products. Are you seeing demand for these?"
Ronnie McKenzie advises 'Always test shipping times.' How do you track yours?
💡 Example: "Ronnie McKenzie advises 'Always test shipping times.' How do you track yours?"
Shopify Plus experts recommend loyalty programs for repeat buyers. What rewards have worked for you?
💡 Example: "Shopify Plus experts recommend loyalty programs for repeat buyers. What rewards have worked for you?"
Jessica Guzik says 'Transparency builds trust.' How do you communicate with customers post-sale?
💡 Example: "Jessica Guzik says 'Transparency builds trust.' How do you communicate with customers post-sale?"
Jordan Welch suggests 'Invest in product photography.' Do you use custom photos or supplier images?
💡 Example: "Jordan Welch suggests 'Invest in product photography.' Do you use custom photos or supplier images?"
Gretta van Riel believes 'Micro-influencers can drive sales.' Have you tried influencer marketing?
💡 Example: "Gretta van Riel believes 'Micro-influencers can drive sales.' Have you tried influencer marketing?"
Ezra Firestone says 'Upsells increase AOV.' What upsell tactics work for your store?
💡 Example: "Ezra Firestone says 'Upsells increase AOV.' What upsell tactics work for your store?"
Chris Wane: 'Market research saves money.' How do you research new product ideas?
💡 Example: "Chris Wane: 'Market research saves money.' How do you research new product ideas?"
Franklin Hatchett recommends daily learning. What is the most useful drop shipping tip you have learned recently?
💡 Example: "Franklin Hatchett recommends daily learning. What is the most useful drop shipping tip you have learned recently?"
Anton Kraly says 'Keep returns simple.' What is your return policy?
💡 Example: "Anton Kraly says 'Keep returns simple.' What is your return policy?"
Biaheza: 'TikTok ads are underpriced.' Has anyone here found success with TikTok ads?
💡 Example: "Biaheza: 'TikTok ads are underpriced.' Has anyone here found success with TikTok ads?"
Yuliya Chernykhovskaya says 'Build an email list from day one.' How did you start growing yours?
💡 Example: "Yuliya Chernykhovskaya says 'Build an email list from day one.' How did you start growing yours?"
Sarah Chrisp: 'Test your checkout process monthly.' When did you last run a test?
💡 Example: "Sarah Chrisp: 'Test your checkout process monthly.' When did you last run a test?"
Wholesale Ted says 'Customer reviews build trust.' How do you collect reviews?
💡 Example: "Wholesale Ted says 'Customer reviews build trust.' How do you collect reviews?"
Ezra Firestone: 'Content marketing pays off long-term.' Do you use blogs or video for content?
💡 Example: "Ezra Firestone: 'Content marketing pays off long-term.' Do you use blogs or video for content?"
Shopify's blog says 'Trust badges boost conversions.' Do you use them on your site?
💡 Example: "Shopify's blog says 'Trust badges boost conversions.' Do you use them on your site?"
Gretta van Riel: 'Time management is crucial.' How do you plan your weekly tasks?
💡 Example: "Gretta van Riel: 'Time management is crucial.' How do you plan your weekly tasks?"
Jessica Guzik says 'Great FAQs reduce support tickets.' What questions do you answer for customers?
💡 Example: "Jessica Guzik says 'Great FAQs reduce support tickets.' What questions do you answer for customers?"
Chris Wane: 'Be ready to pivot.' Have you had to change your product or strategy suddenly?
💡 Example: "Chris Wane: 'Be ready to pivot.' Have you had to change your product or strategy suddenly?"
Anton Kraly says 'Know your numbers.' What is the most important metric for your business?
💡 Example: "Anton Kraly says 'Know your numbers.' What is the most important metric for your business?"
Biaheza: 'Build assets, not just sales.' What long-term investments are you making in your store?
💡 Example: "Biaheza: 'Build assets, not just sales.' What long-term investments are you making in your store?"
Sarah Chrisp says 'Community can drive loyalty.' How do you foster community among your buyers?
💡 Example: "Sarah Chrisp says 'Community can drive loyalty.' How do you foster community among your buyers?"
Ricky Hayes: 'Never stop learning.' What is the latest drop shipping trend you are watching?
💡 Example: "Ricky Hayes: 'Never stop learning.' What is the latest drop shipping trend you are watching?"
Franklin Hatchett says 'Test everything yourself.' Do you rely more on expert advice or personal tests?
💡 Example: "Franklin Hatchett says 'Test everything yourself.' Do you rely more on expert advice or personal tests?"
Start by selecting a template and customizing it with a relevant expert's quote or insight. Share the post at peak engagement times and tag or mention the expert if appropriate. Encourage members to reply with their opinions, experiences, or questions. Pin especially lively threads or follow up with summaries to keep the conversation going. Rotate between different experts and topics to maintain freshness and appeal to various member interests.
For all platforms, keep posts concise and visually clear. Use bold or quotes for expert statements, and include a direct question or CTA. Use polls or reactions when available to boost engagement. Always credit the expert and link to their work if possible.
When crafting AMA questions, consider focusing on supplier vetting, such as asking experts about their experience with platforms like AliExpress vs. private suppliers, red flags to watch out for, and strategies for negotiating better pricing or shipping terms. This helps community members get real-world insights into one of the most critical aspects of dropshipping.
Questions that invite experts to share their product discovery process, evaluation tools (like Jungle Scout or Sell The Trend), or recent winning niches tend to drive engagement. For example, 'How do you validate a product idea before launching?' or 'What niche trends are you seeing succeed in 2024?' These directly address pain points for dropshippers.
Yes! Frame questions around real-world scenarios, such as 'How do you manage negative feedback from customers over extended delivery times?' or 'What refund policies have minimized losses for your store?' These focus on operational challenges unique to dropshipping.
Encourage questions that drill down into dropshipping-focused ad tactics, e.g., 'What ad creatives have driven the highest ROAS for single-product dropshipping stores?' or 'How do you handle account bans when scaling Facebook Ads?' This leverages the expertise of seasoned dropshippers to tackle a key growth channel for the industry.
Try questions like 'What are the biggest fulfillment or quality control surprises you've encountered in print-on-demand vs. standard dropshipping?' or 'Which model is more scalable for new entrants in 2024?' These help members compare models based on expert experience, which is unique to dropshipping.
Pose scenario-based questions such as 'What steps did you take to prevent PayPal account holds in your dropshipping business?' or 'How do you ensure your store meets GDPR or US tax regulations?' These questions elicit practical, experience-based advice on compliance—a frequent stumbling block in dropshipping.
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