🌈 "CREATING A MONTHLY BUDGET”🌈

12 MARCH 2024

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   When it comes to selling products on Amazon, most sellers flock to popular categories, like Home & Kitchen. But there's a hidden gem often overlooked: Grocery.

   According to Jungle Scout, more shoppers are buying their groceries on online platforms like Amazon. If you want to explore this niche, here are 3 ways to sell in the Grocery category:

   Retail arbitrage. Find profitable products in local stores like Walmart or Target and resell them on Amazon. 

   Wholesale. Partner with authorized distributors to sell name-brand grocery items. 

   Private label. Create your brand of grocery products (while adhering to local and federal food regulations, of course!).

   How to get approved

   For new sellers, getting approval to sell groceries on Amazon is a necessary step. Here's what you need to do:

   Get ungated. Provide Amazon with documents, such as purchase invoices, to prove you’re a legitimate seller. 

   Find a wholesale distributor. Choose a reliable (well-known, if possible) distributor to obtain an acceptable invoice for Amazon. 

   Know AND follow Amazon’s guidelines:

   Seller performance: Order defect rate, pre-fulfilment cancel rate, and late shipment rate should be as low as possible.

   Product requirements. Products must be properly prepared, labelled, packed, and sealed, especially if you’re selling meltable items and chilled or frozen products.

   By selling groceries on Amazon, you can help people find what they need and make good money too! So, are you ready to start selling?

9. HOW TO MAXIMISE SMALL ORDERS

   

   Selling on Amazon or any other e-commerce platform is a mix of strategy, creativity, and luck. Of course, there would be slow days, which gets us to the concept of low average order value (AOV).

   AOV refers to the revenue you earn per sale; a low AOV means a sale brings in a small profit. As put by BigCommerce, it’s one of the biggest challenges brands can face.

   But why does this happen?

   Some of the key factors that affect AOV include:

   Industry and product category

   Buyer’s preferences

   Seasonal changes

   Pricing structure

   Customer retention

   As you can see, some of these factors aren’t fully controllable. Fortunately, there are several strategies to increase your AOV.

   Sell smart. Offer bundles based on what sells and what shoppers prefer. Don’t just throw random stuff together. Try upselling your best products or cross-selling related products.

   Allow them to save. The best example—is free delivery upon reaching a target order value. Or, you can hold occasional; sales events and/or offer discounts for when the order quantity reaches a certain number.

   Price right. Find the balance between the value of your product and what customers are willing to pay.

   Tip: Perform competitive pricing analysis to see the industry average price of goods.

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11. MY 10 FAVOURITE STRATEGIES FOR STOPPING NEGATIVE THOUGHTS by Nick Wignall

    From worry and self-doubt to rumination and self-criticism, negative thoughts can put a major dent in our emotional health and well-being. Unfortunately, our instincts for how to deal with negative thoughts are often completely backward and only make them worse.

    I've spent the last few months putting together all of my best advice for healthy ways to manage negative thoughts into one master list of strategies. If you or someone you know struggles with negative thinking, I think you'll find this guide helpful.

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🌈 "CREATING A MONTHLY BUDGET”🌈

Welcome to the second instalment of our new series on Personal Finance!

Today, we’re getting into the nuts and bolts of personal finance with a question: What steps should I follow to create an effective monthly budget?

Get ready as we unpack the secrets to mastering your money and achieving your financial goals with confidence and clarity.

Today’s discussion is to demystify the budgeting process and equip you with the tools you need to take control of your finances.

A well-crafted budget isn’t just a spreadsheet; it’s a roadmap that guides your spending, empowers your savings and propels you towards financial success.

By understanding the essential steps to create an effective budget, you lay the foundation for financial freedom and unlock the power to live life on your terms.

Firstly, start by assessing your income and expenses.

Take stock of all sources of income, including your salary, side hustles and any additional funds you receive regularly.

Then, track your expenses meticulously for a month to gain insight into your spending habits.

Be honest with yourself, this is your chance to confront any areas of overspending and identify opportunities for improvement.

Next, categorize your expenses into fixed and variable costs.

Fixed expenses, such as rent or bond payments, remain consistent each month, while variable expenses, like groceries or entertainment, fluctuate based on your lifestyle choices.

Allocate a portion of your income to cover each category, ensuring you prioritize essentials while leaving room for discretionary spending.

Don’t forget to factor in savings and debt repayment.

Aim to allocate at least 20% of your income towards savings and debt reduction, prioritizing high-interest debt to minimize interest payments and accelerate your journey towards financial independence.

Now that you’re armed with the knowledge to create an effective monthly budget, it’s time to put theory into practice.

Take the first step towards financial empowerment by crafting your personalized budget today.

Stay tuned for our next instalment.

Together, let’s embrace the power of purposeful spending and pave the way to a brighter financial future!

The time is NOW! Stay PURPOSEFUL & Remain INTENTIONAL By Taking ACTION TODAY!

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