Launch a Shopify Store and Hit $5,000 in Revenue in 90 Days

Burning through the $500-$1,500 ad budget quickly without seeing a return on investment.

Start with very small daily budgets ($5/day). Closely monitor cost-per-click and pause ads that don't bring traffic within 3-4 days.

Underestimating shipping costs for heavy leather goods, eating into your profit margins.

Weigh all your products accurately in their packaging before finalizing shipping rates. Consider offering free shipping only over a certain order value.

Photos not accurately reflecting the premium quality of handmade leather.

Rely heavily on natural, indirect sunlight. Take close-up macro shots of the stitching and leather grain to communicate quality.