[Experience] What is the cross-border e-commerce community "Apple Alchemy +" that can expand to (more than) 8 sales channels?
Hello! This is Takagi.
Recently, SOARA-san and Nemoto-san's communities merged to launch a new community called "Apple Alchemy +".
I have also joined, and things are getting quite amazing, so I would like to share this with you ( ﾟДﾟ)
If you are wondering "Who is Takagi?", please take a look at the article below ⇩
What is Apple Alchemy +?
It is a consulting community that provides know-how and tools to increase sales on domestic sales channels such as eBay, Korea (4 sites), Joom export, and Base.
For details, I will post articles and YouTube videos by the representative, Nemoto-san, and the CSO (Chief Strategy Officer), Nabae-san, so please take a look ^^
"What is it actually like?" My thoughts and the pros/cons after joining
Rather than an explanation of the consulting content, I think you are more interested in "what it is actually like."
Although it has only been one month since I joined and started moving in earnest, I would like to share the actual benefits and my impressions of the community.
A system is in place to take on the challenge of multiple sales channels
Personally, what I am most grateful for is the "system that allows you to take on the challenge of multiple sales channels"
In other words, "shipping outsourcing services are set up for each sales channel."
・Even if you are already overwhelmed with just eBay, if you increase your sales channels, the hassle of packing and shipping will increase even if you make sales, making operations unmanageable.
・While each sales channel has its own characteristics, such as shipping precautions, it is a hassle to train outsourced staff or find agencies that can accept them while keeping those in mind.
The fact that you don't have to worry about the above is really great..!!
Actually, it's tough to operate multiple sales channels unless it's a community that has this system in place, isn't it?
I was operating eBay before joining Apple Alchemy +, but since I was doing the packing and shipping myself, I was introduced to a recommended outsourcing service the other day (^^)
The instructors (top management) are players who have achieved results
At Apple Alchemy +, the representative, Nemoto-san, and the CSO, Nabae-san, pass on to community members what they have actually achieved as players and what has high reproducibility.
With the concept of "selling results" rather than consulting, the fact that they guarantee "1 million yen in sales and 150,000 yen in profit" is a level of commitment not found in other consulting services.
Of course, each sales channel has the potential for even higher sales than that.
The instructors' passion is intense..!!
The tools are incredibly easy to use
I introduced the new Apple Alchemy + tools for Joom and Base, and they are incredibly easy to use...
Introducing new tools can feel quite troublesome, but I was impressed that I could introduce them easily without stress, and the screens are easy to see... (；ﾟДﾟ)✨
The latest information is always being shared
To give a recent example, the management team immediately shared information and provided guidelines for countermeasures regarding new rules for shipping to the US, such as "CPSC," and future measures for shipping products under 150 euros (declared value) to the European area.
I believe this is due to the management team being active players themselves, which gives them such a sharp antenna for information and quick response times.
It actually sold
At Apple Alchemy +, not only do they cover eBay in general, but Mr. Nabae also provides know-how on eBay Motors.
In addition to my sales on eBay so far, my sales in car parts have also increased, and I have been able to steadily increase my profits.
Base, which I started in the middle of this month, has also started to sell little by little.
While it seems difficult to cover expenses for this month, I feel confident that I will be able to turn an operating profit from next month onwards.
They even give you a list of products that have sold...
They really do tell you, haha.
Like, "Once you start selling, try listing these items for now."
As long as you do what you are told, it is almost impossible to "not sell a single item," and since you can achieve 0 to 1 at an early stage, it is easy to maintain motivation.
The downsides are...
I don't want to sugarcoat anything, so I'll write this honestly... but I can't think of any downsides... (・・;)
If I had to force myself to say one, it would be that the environment is too good, so you might become dependent on it.
If I think of any downsides, I'll add them later! Haha
Taking on the challenge of exporting to Korea and Joom!
Besides eBay and Base, I plan to take on the challenge of exporting to Korea (Coupang) and Joom.
Regarding exporting to Korea, I should be able to open an account soon.
Opening an account for exporting to Korea was harder than eBay...
As for Joom, I am in a state where I can start listing immediately, but I heard that the community is currently setting up a shipping consignment service, so I plan to start as soon as that is ready.
It seems the management team has already started listing and is making sales.
I plan to write articles about my actual sales results in the future, so if you are interested, I would be happy if you could follow or like my posts (^^)
If you are interested in Apple Alchemy +, you can register for our official LINE account via the link below to check the details or book a meeting ⇩
Thank you for reading until the end!