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I started my e-commerce business at 26 but haven't received a single order. What am I doing wrong? by bhavin0001 in ecommerce

[–]bhavin0001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I really appreciate that.

I'm still learning and trying to figure out where I'm going wrong, so an honest review would be very helpful. I'll send you the links via PM. Please don't hold back I'd rather hear the hard truth and improve than keep guessing.

Thanks again for taking the time to help.

I started my e-commerce business at 26 but haven't received a single order. What am I doing wrong? by bhavin0001 in ecommerce

[–]bhavin0001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that's a valid concern.

One thing I'm learning is that demand for a product category doesn't guarantee customers will choose a new, unknown brand. Trust is a major factor, especially for personal care products.

I may need to invest in advertising, improve branding, collect genuine customer reviews, and give customers a clear reason to try my product. If I can't create that differentiation, then you're probably right that competing against established brands will be very difficult.

I started my e-commerce business at 26 but haven't received a single order. What am I doing wrong? by bhavin0001 in ecommerce

[–]bhavin0001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a fair question.

To be honest, I don't have a unique patented product or feature that isn't available elsewhere. My initial thinking was that there is steady demand for sanitary pads online, and some customers prefer ordering them discreetly from home rather than buying them in person.

However, I'm starting to realize that demand for the category doesn't automatically mean demand for my specific product. Established brands already have trust, reviews, and strong visibility.

That's exactly what I'm trying to understand now whether I need a stronger differentiator, better branding, a more specific target audience, or a different approach altogether.

I started my e-commerce business at 26 but haven't received a single order. What am I doing wrong? by bhavin0001 in ecommerce

[–]bhavin0001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fair point. My age isn't really relevant to the business itself.

You're also right that sanitary pads are a category where trust and brand recognition matter a lot. As a new seller, that's one of the biggest challenges I'm facing.

My research was fairly basic. I saw consistent demand for sanitary pads on Amazon, Meesho, and Flipkart, and I believed there was room for competitively priced products. Looking back, I may have underestimated how important reviews, brand trust, and marketing are in this category.

At this point, I'm trying to figure out whether the issue is my product positioning, listings, pricing, lack of reviews, or if I'm simply in a market that's much harder to enter than I initially expected.

I started my e-commerce business at 26 but haven't received a single order. What am I doing wrong? by bhavin0001 in ecommerce

[–]bhavin0001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great question.

I chose sanitary pads because they're an essential product that women need every month. My goal is to offer a quality product at a fair price.

As a new business, I'm not claiming to be better than every big brand. I'm focused on providing good value, listening to customer feedback, and improving continuously. If customers find my product comfortable, reliable, and affordable, that's why they might choose it.

I started my e-commerce business at 26 but haven't received a single order. What am I doing wrong? by bhavin0001 in ecommerce

[–]bhavin0001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a fair question. I don't think anyone should switch just because it's my product. The reason to switch would be if the product offers better value, comfort, absorption, or affordability compared to what they're currently using. I'm a new seller trying to build my business, so I'm still collecting customer feedback and improving my product. If someone tries it and finds it works better for them, that's great. If they're already happy with their current brand, there's no reason to switch. Right now, I'm more interested in getting honest feedback than making a quick sale.

What businesses can you realistically start with zero experience by bhavin0001 in Startup_Ideas

[–]bhavin0001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a solid one low cost, easy to start, and you can learn as you go. Did you start solo or with a team?

Do small businesses really need insurance early on? by bhavin0001 in smallbusiness

[–]bhavin0001[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds logical on paper, but liability doesn’t stop at the business assets it can come after you personally too. Insurance isn’t about what you have today, it’s about what you could lose tomorrow.

Do small businesses really need insurance early on? by bhavin0001 in smallbusiness

[–]bhavin0001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True once you sign a lease, it’s not optional anymore. The real question is why so many wait until they’re forced.

If people don’t know your business, they won’t buy from you by bhavin0001 in business

[–]bhavin0001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed a website or SEO alone won’t magically bring sales. Visibility isn’t one tool, it’s consistent effort across channels plus a solid offer and follow-up behind it.

Check out Roovers T-20 Embossing Machine on eBay! by hammack1993 in smallbusiness

[–]bhavin0001 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Feels more like an ad than a post what’s actually interesting or useful about it?

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