5 Easy Steps to Launching a Product on Amazon

Before you get set to post your first items on Amazon, there are a few things to know first. RepricerExpress knows that a bit of preparation can go a long way, especially if you want to do things right the first time. It will take a bit of practice to get a sense of the rhythm of selling online, but this post is excellent to dive right in and get started.

Step 1: Get the Buzz Started Ahead of Launch
In the U.S. version of Queer as Folk, season 5 episode 2 deals with Brian re-opening the club Babylon. He knows that it's tough to get momentum from a standstill, so he pays people to stand in line for the club to make it appear like it's the hottest spot on the block.

You'll want to practice the same concept with your products launch.

Do things like:

• Write blog posts about the product so buyers can jump right in once the products released.
• Set up social media so you can get potential buyers to spread the word. Set up a hashtag and use it consistently, then watch it roll along like a tumbleweed as customers use it themselves.
• Post frequently, and be interesting about it. One of the worst things you can do is write tweets and updates that sound like they were written by a 90-year-old robot. Instead, do something like share an interesting fact of the day, or gently roast your competitors like Wendys did with McDonald's.

Step 2: Make a Kick Ass Product Listing

One huge advantage you've got in launching a product is time on your side. You've got days/weeks/months to do the following

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