Finding the right resources in drop shipping can be overwhelming. Our Recommend a Resource templates make it easy to share, discover, and discuss valuable tools and insights as a community. Empower your members to help each other succeed with practical, ready-to-use prompts.
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Crowdsourced knowledge is one of the strongest assets a drop shipping community can have. When members recommend resources, it creates a culture of support and trust, making it easier for both beginners and veterans to navigate the complex world of drop shipping. Members are more likely to engage when they see practical value and real-world results from shared resources.
This content type taps into social proof and collective intelligence. By inviting members to recommend tools, articles, or videos, you not only surface actionable insights but also encourage members to share their own experiences. This builds engagement, increases retention, and fosters a sense of belonging as everyone benefits from each other's expertise.
What is one drop shipping tool you could not live without? Share your top pick and why.
💡 Example: "What is one drop shipping tool you could not live without? Share your top pick and why."
Have you read any must-see articles on product research? Drop your favorites below.
💡 Example: "Have you read any must-see articles on product research? Drop your favorites below."
Share a YouTube channel that helped you master drop shipping basics.
💡 Example: "Share a YouTube channel that helped you master drop shipping basics."
What podcast episodes have changed your approach to drop shipping?
💡 Example: "What podcast episodes have changed your approach to drop shipping?"
Is there a Chrome extension you recommend for product research or store management?
💡 Example: "Is there a Chrome extension you recommend for product research or store management?"
Which supplier directory has worked best for you and why?
💡 Example: "Which supplier directory has worked best for you and why?"
Share a blog post that helped you understand drop shipping challenges.
💡 Example: "Share a blog post that helped you understand drop shipping challenges."
What resource helped you with Facebook ads for your store?
💡 Example: "What resource helped you with Facebook ads for your store?"
Has anyone found a great course on drop shipping? Would love your recommendations.
💡 Example: "Has anyone found a great course on drop shipping? Would love your recommendations."
Can you share a template or spreadsheet you use for order tracking?
💡 Example: "Can you share a template or spreadsheet you use for order tracking?"
Which Shopify app has saved you the most time? Tell us how you use it.
💡 Example: "Which Shopify app has saved you the most time? Tell us how you use it."
What free tool do you use for keyword research in drop shipping?
💡 Example: "What free tool do you use for keyword research in drop shipping?"
Share a case study that inspired you to start or scale your drop shipping business.
💡 Example: "Share a case study that inspired you to start or scale your drop shipping business."
Recommend a resource for handling customer service or returns.
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for handling customer service or returns."
Which Facebook group or online community do you find most helpful for drop shipping?
💡 Example: "Which Facebook group or online community do you find most helpful for drop shipping?"
What book or eBook shaped your mindset about drop shipping?
💡 Example: "What book or eBook shaped your mindset about drop shipping?"
List one automation tool that has made your workflow easier.
💡 Example: "List one automation tool that has made your workflow easier."
Have you come across an underrated blog or newsletter about eCommerce?
💡 Example: "Have you come across an underrated blog or newsletter about eCommerce?"
Share a resource that explains international shipping or tax compliance.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that explains international shipping or tax compliance."
Is there a forum thread that answered a big question for you in drop shipping?
💡 Example: "Is there a forum thread that answered a big question for you in drop shipping?"
What legal resource do you rely on for contracts or terms and conditions?
💡 Example: "What legal resource do you rely on for contracts or terms and conditions?"
Recommend a resource for learning about branding or product photography.
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for learning about branding or product photography."
Has anyone found a good shipping rate calculator or estimator?
💡 Example: "Has anyone found a good shipping rate calculator or estimator?"
What Slack or Discord server do you recommend for real-time drop shipping advice?
💡 Example: "What Slack or Discord server do you recommend for real-time drop shipping advice?"
Share a video tutorial that helped you launch your first store.
💡 Example: "Share a video tutorial that helped you launch your first store."
Is there a software you use for tracking profits or expenses?
💡 Example: "Is there a software you use for tracking profits or expenses?"
Which influencer or expert do you follow for drop shipping tips?
💡 Example: "Which influencer or expert do you follow for drop shipping tips?"
What email marketing resource helped you grow your customer list?
💡 Example: "What email marketing resource helped you grow your customer list?"
Recommend a resource for understanding payment gateways and setup.
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for understanding payment gateways and setup."
Have you used any competitor analysis tools? Which one do you prefer?
💡 Example: "Have you used any competitor analysis tools? Which one do you prefer?"
Share a resource that helped you deal with supplier issues or disputes.
💡 Example: "Share a resource that helped you deal with supplier issues or disputes."
What analytics dashboard do you recommend for tracking store performance?
💡 Example: "What analytics dashboard do you recommend for tracking store performance?"
Is there a resource that explains dropshipping taxes in your country?
💡 Example: "Is there a resource that explains dropshipping taxes in your country?"
Share a checklist or planner you use for new store launches.
💡 Example: "Share a checklist or planner you use for new store launches."
What online event or webinar taught you something valuable about drop shipping?
💡 Example: "What online event or webinar taught you something valuable about drop shipping?"
Recommend a resource that explains fulfillment center options.
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource that explains fulfillment center options."
Has a pricing tool or calculator made your life easier? Share it here.
💡 Example: "Has a pricing tool or calculator made your life easier? Share it here."
What resource helped you build a unique product description?
💡 Example: "What resource helped you build a unique product description?"
Share a resource for learning about trending products in your niche.
💡 Example: "Share a resource for learning about trending products in your niche."
Which review app or plugin do you recommend for building trust?
💡 Example: "Which review app or plugin do you recommend for building trust?"
Recommend a resource for learning about dropshipping in a specific country.
💡 Example: "Recommend a resource for learning about dropshipping in a specific country."
Post these templates in your community to spark resource sharing and discussion. Encourage members to reply with their favorite tools, guides, or platforms and to briefly explain why they recommend them. Use them as weekly threads, quick prompts, or even as part of onboarding to help new members tap into community knowledge. Always thank contributors and consider compiling shared resources for future reference.
These templates work on all platforms. For forums, use them as sticky threads or resource roundups. On chat apps, pin popular recommendations and use threaded replies for discussion. On social platforms, use hashtags or tags to group resource posts. Always encourage follow-up questions to deepen engagement.
Use these templates regularly, thank members for their contributions, and highlight useful recommendations to set a positive example.
Yes, moderate to ensure resources are relevant, up-to-date, and reputable to maintain quality and trust in your community.
Weekly or biweekly works well. Adjust frequency based on community activity and engagement levels.
Absolutely. They are flexible for any group setting and can be tailored to match the needs of your audience.
Create a pinned master list or resource document that is updated regularly based on member submissions.
Acknowledge popular resources and encourage variety by asking for new or niche recommendations.
Many templates include a 'why' or 'how you use it' prompt. Remind members to add a short explanation with each recommendation.