There are three main ways to sell online:
1) Using marketplace sites like eBay which have low barriers to entry but can have high fees.
2) Using e-commerce template sites like Yahoo Stores which make it easy to build a storefront but have monthly fees.
3) Adding a shopping cart to an existing website using services like PayPal which integrate well but may require technical skills.
The document discusses these options and others like Craigslist, Etsy, and going bigger with full-featured e-commerce solutions. It provides details on setup costs and transaction fees for each.
This document provides information and guidance for planning an eCommerce website for arts organizations. It discusses online options like catalogs, auctions and malls. It outlines the stages of developing your own website including choosing a domain name and costs. Website tools, templates, costs and options for do-it-yourself development or hiring a developer are presented. Guidance is provided on selecting a web host and setting up eCommerce transactions. Resources for graphics, error-checking and site speed/accessibility tools are included to help plan an effective website.
Leigh Jewiss - How To Make Your Own Website 71016 ITECjewisstraining
Presented by Leigh Jewiss on behalf of Illawarra ITEC: How To Make Your Own Website 7 October 2016
Using the Weebly platform, learn how to identify your target, understand your tone and how to structure and build a website.
This PowerPoint takes you through the basics of how and why to create an online presence for your business. From cost to design to SEO, this slideshow gives you the info you need to help you get started.
This presentation is part of the _Newport e-Vermont_ project and courtesy of e-VT partner Vt Small Business Development Council (VtSBDC). Excllent useful info for those small businesses considering going online. It\'s a good idea, a necessary tool for successful business ... how do you get there from here?
This document provides tips for promoting a website and optimizing it for search engines. It discusses the importance of promotion, targeting the right customer demographics, and using both online and offline marketing strategies. Specific recommendations are made for search engine optimization including keyword usage, page structure, links, and avoiding spammy practices. The overall goals are to make information accessible and deliver relevant content to better a site's search engine ranking and convert visitors into customers.
Bootstrapping eCommerce with WordPress and WooCommerceChris Burgess
An overview of WordPress eCommerce, with a focus on the popular option - WooCommerce. I cover some of the basics, common extensions, and where to get help.
BA 65 Hour 6 ~ Business Operations and Practicedpd
The document provides guidance on planning and managing an online business website. It discusses formulating a strategy, creating a plan, common setup costs and needs, recurring costs, inventory management, shipping, dealing with problematic customers, and tips for success. The key aspects are to formulate a strategy, create a content and technical plan, budget for typical startup and ongoing costs, and focus on customer service.
The document provides an overview of key considerations for setting up an ecommerce site, including planning, costs, usability, customer service, catalog, order, and payment elements. It discusses options for storefronts like using application service providers or shopping cart software. It also covers important payment topics like merchant accounts, payment gateways, credit card processing, and alternatives like PayPal. Potential trouble spots and ways to address customer security and order concerns are also summarized.
This document provides information and guidance for planning an eCommerce website for arts organizations. It discusses online options like catalogs, auctions and malls. It outlines the stages of developing your own website including choosing a domain name and costs. Website tools, templates, costs and options for do-it-yourself development or hiring a developer are presented. Guidance is provided on selecting a web host and setting up eCommerce transactions. Resources for graphics, error-checking and site speed/accessibility tools are included to help plan an effective website.
Leigh Jewiss - How To Make Your Own Website 71016 ITECjewisstraining
Presented by Leigh Jewiss on behalf of Illawarra ITEC: How To Make Your Own Website 7 October 2016
Using the Weebly platform, learn how to identify your target, understand your tone and how to structure and build a website.
This PowerPoint takes you through the basics of how and why to create an online presence for your business. From cost to design to SEO, this slideshow gives you the info you need to help you get started.
This presentation is part of the _Newport e-Vermont_ project and courtesy of e-VT partner Vt Small Business Development Council (VtSBDC). Excllent useful info for those small businesses considering going online. It\'s a good idea, a necessary tool for successful business ... how do you get there from here?
This document provides tips for promoting a website and optimizing it for search engines. It discusses the importance of promotion, targeting the right customer demographics, and using both online and offline marketing strategies. Specific recommendations are made for search engine optimization including keyword usage, page structure, links, and avoiding spammy practices. The overall goals are to make information accessible and deliver relevant content to better a site's search engine ranking and convert visitors into customers.
Bootstrapping eCommerce with WordPress and WooCommerceChris Burgess
An overview of WordPress eCommerce, with a focus on the popular option - WooCommerce. I cover some of the basics, common extensions, and where to get help.
BA 65 Hour 6 ~ Business Operations and Practicedpd
The document provides guidance on planning and managing an online business website. It discusses formulating a strategy, creating a plan, common setup costs and needs, recurring costs, inventory management, shipping, dealing with problematic customers, and tips for success. The key aspects are to formulate a strategy, create a content and technical plan, budget for typical startup and ongoing costs, and focus on customer service.
The document provides an overview of key considerations for setting up an ecommerce site, including planning, costs, usability, customer service, catalog, order, and payment elements. It discusses options for storefronts like using application service providers or shopping cart software. It also covers important payment topics like merchant accounts, payment gateways, credit card processing, and alternatives like PayPal. Potential trouble spots and ways to address customer security and order concerns are also summarized.
Learn how many small business owners are attracting targeted traffic and monetizing that traffic on their websites ... Bi-monthly FREE Webinars give more details.
This document provides guidance on managing a website by outlining important considerations for defining goals, selecting a domain name and hosting provider, and analyzing website analytics. It emphasizes defining 1-3 clear objectives for the website and measuring success. Key recommendations include researching domain name options from multiple registrars, choosing a reliable hosting provider that offers analytics tools, and using analytics to understand customer behavior and determine what is working well and what needs improvement on the site. The overall message is that understanding website analytics is important for optimizing the customer experience on the site.
This document discusses Shopp, a WordPress plugin for building and running custom e-commerce websites. It notes that traditional e-commerce tools can be limiting or lack modern features, while Shopp provides a functional, flexible, and easy-to-use e-commerce solution within WordPress. The document highlights some of Shopp's key features and shares examples of businesses using Shopp for their online stores. It concludes by emphasizing that Shopp offers an alternative to traditional out-of-the-box e-commerce solutions.
How to Make Your Website More Awesome
An in-depth review of your website:
- design and validation
- browser and device compatibility
- user experience
- content
- social media integration and search engine optimization
Also includes the top website mistakes.
Robert Rand – Vice President of Operations & Chief E-commerce Strategist
With over 8 years of Agency level experience, Robert has helped over 100 E-commerce businesses, managed partnerships with many technology vendors and solutions specialists, and acted as the chief technology strategist for Rand’s E-commerce staff and clients.
Robert has strong ties to the local community in South Florida. He is currently a board member, and the upcoming board president at Abi’s Place, a local school for children with autism, cerebral palsy, and other complex disabilities. He is also active in other volunteer and teaching roles with other local South Florida organizations.
Seth Rand - Founder and CEO of Rand Marketing
With over thirteen years of industry experience, Seth has optimized over 750 websites, achieving over 100,000 Top 10 organic search engine rankings between Google, Yahoo, and Bing. Seth has overseen over $20 million in pay per click advertising, and is a published author in our industry.
Seth is a Google Certified Partner and a member of SEMPO, and as the leader of one of the Top 10 web design firms and Top 25 fastest growing tech companies in South Florida, Seth has repeatedly been recognized as an Up and Comer in our region, and the digital marketing industry.
Digital Marketing is surrounded by buzz words and industry Jargon. Do you know what a cache is or the 3 click rule? This presentation demystifies Digital lingo.
The document provides information about an advanced eBay workshop, including details about the workshop agenda, navigation of topics to be covered, statistics about eBay, legal and tax aspects of selling on eBay, tips for advanced searching, buying, and selling on eBay, benefits of and how to set up an eBay shop, eBay tools, alternatives to eBay, attracting buyers, and potential dangers or scams to be aware of on eBay. The document encourages attendees to ask any questions and provides contact information for the workshop presenter.
This document provides guidance on developing a genealogical website. It discusses determining the purpose of the site, hosting options including free and paid hosting, basic website building concepts, publishing genealogical data, marketing the site, and tracking website usage. The key steps outlined are choosing a host, registering a domain name, setting up the site structure, adding content and data, promotion strategies, and using analytics to monitor traffic.
The document discusses three ways to sell online: 1) using marketplace sites like eBay and Etsy, 2) using e-commerce template sites like Yahoo Stores or GoDaddy, and 3) adding a shopping component to an existing site using PayPal. Marketplace sites have low barriers to entry but can have high transaction fees. E-commerce template sites make it easy to create an online storefront but have monthly hosting fees. Adding a shopping component allows sellers to integrate sales with their existing website.
Need a great website for your business or organization, but don't have a huge budget? Feel like you're getting the runaround when you talk to web developers about your project? Here's an overview of what you need to build your own company website without spending a fortune or losing your mind.
George Palmer presented on taking payments online. He discussed various payment systems including merchant banks, end-to-end solutions, and digital payment services. Merchant banks allow charging credit/debit cards but require complex integration. End-to-end solutions are easy to set up but lock merchants in. Digital payment services provide virtual wallets but can freeze accounts aggressively. Palmer also covered selling online, noting software is needed to manage orders, stock, and reports when selling tangible goods, while digital goods require less infrastructure.
This document discusses the benefits and key considerations for businesses selling online through e-commerce. It outlines how a website can help expand markets, increase sales by processing credit card orders easily. However, businesses must address costs like hosting, compliance with legal regulations around privacy, taxes, and fraud prevention to mitigate risks. With proper management of these challenges, e-commerce provides opportunities to help businesses.
Commerce for Coffee: Build an Inclusive Website that Sells CoffeeAdam Bell
This document provides information and advice about building an inclusive e-commerce website that sells coffee. It discusses using WordPress or Shopify as a platform and recommends plugins and themes. It also covers topics like page speed optimization, accessibility, search engine optimization, email marketing, and choosing a good web host. The overall message is that an online storefront is important for any coffee business to reach customers and that there are many free and paid tools available to help set up and manage a successful e-commerce site.
Wagga Digital Enterprise Training Session 4 (eCommerce)Dan Winson
This document discusses e-commerce and provides guidance on developing an e-commerce plan and process. Key points include:
- E-commerce involves any online transaction and can help overcome geographical limitations, lower costs, improve customer experience, and improve offline processes.
- A successful e-commerce plan should determine goals and address aspects like pricing, customer experience, branding, and integrating online and offline operations.
- Core e-commerce processes include browsing products, selecting items, making payments, and delivering items. Tools are needed to support each step.
- Attendees will hear from a guest speaker on successfully implementing e-commerce and map out example processes for potential online sales.
This document discusses payment gateway options for UAE startups. It provides information on providers like Cashu, InnovatePayments, 2Checkout, and Paypal. It also profiles Network International, the main provider for the UAE. Key points covered include payment gateway costs, example transaction fees, and comparisons of provider pricing. Overall issues addressed are the high upfront costs to set up an e-commerce business and process payments in the UAE.
The document provides an introduction to ecommerce and outlines options for selling online. It discusses the growth of major ecommerce platforms like Amazon and eBay and reviews the pros and cons of using third-party marketplaces versus creating an online shop. Key considerations for an effective online store include choosing a shopping platform, obtaining payment options, addressing security, reviews/trust, and being mobile-friendly. Common mistakes involve poor images, lack of contact details, not specializing, and not using social media.
Ecommerce Platform Migration Issues and Search Engine Optimization Pros and Cons | This ecommerce migration slide deck will guide you through the 4 most popular ecommerce platforms. We'll cover migration pros and cons, seo pros and cons, what to watch for, etc. We've even included SEO checklists to help you with your next ecommerce migration project.
Ecommerce platforms included in this migration course are Magento, Volusion, BigCommerce and Shopify.
Presented by @jonathanhinshaw, www.ebwaycreative.com
This document provides an overview of strategies for effective online business, including hosting, marketing, and management. It discusses e-commerce models and forces driving online shopping. Key topics covered include website hosting basics, development, design, and management. Payment processing and order fulfillment are reviewed. The importance of monitoring site performance and extending business opportunities through online exchanges is emphasized. Effective marketing techniques like search engine optimization are also outlined.
The document provides an introduction to establishing an effective online business, covering topics such as the business case for e-commerce, website hosting basics, website development and design, website management, and payment processing. It discusses the different e-commerce business models and forces driving online shopping. It also outlines steps for basic site building and management functions using tools from Yahoo, and reviews considerations for website hosting, development, and transaction processing.
Learn how many small business owners are attracting targeted traffic and monetizing that traffic on their websites ... Bi-monthly FREE Webinars give more details.
This document provides guidance on managing a website by outlining important considerations for defining goals, selecting a domain name and hosting provider, and analyzing website analytics. It emphasizes defining 1-3 clear objectives for the website and measuring success. Key recommendations include researching domain name options from multiple registrars, choosing a reliable hosting provider that offers analytics tools, and using analytics to understand customer behavior and determine what is working well and what needs improvement on the site. The overall message is that understanding website analytics is important for optimizing the customer experience on the site.
This document discusses Shopp, a WordPress plugin for building and running custom e-commerce websites. It notes that traditional e-commerce tools can be limiting or lack modern features, while Shopp provides a functional, flexible, and easy-to-use e-commerce solution within WordPress. The document highlights some of Shopp's key features and shares examples of businesses using Shopp for their online stores. It concludes by emphasizing that Shopp offers an alternative to traditional out-of-the-box e-commerce solutions.
How to Make Your Website More Awesome
An in-depth review of your website:
- design and validation
- browser and device compatibility
- user experience
- content
- social media integration and search engine optimization
Also includes the top website mistakes.
Robert Rand – Vice President of Operations & Chief E-commerce Strategist
With over 8 years of Agency level experience, Robert has helped over 100 E-commerce businesses, managed partnerships with many technology vendors and solutions specialists, and acted as the chief technology strategist for Rand’s E-commerce staff and clients.
Robert has strong ties to the local community in South Florida. He is currently a board member, and the upcoming board president at Abi’s Place, a local school for children with autism, cerebral palsy, and other complex disabilities. He is also active in other volunteer and teaching roles with other local South Florida organizations.
Seth Rand - Founder and CEO of Rand Marketing
With over thirteen years of industry experience, Seth has optimized over 750 websites, achieving over 100,000 Top 10 organic search engine rankings between Google, Yahoo, and Bing. Seth has overseen over $20 million in pay per click advertising, and is a published author in our industry.
Seth is a Google Certified Partner and a member of SEMPO, and as the leader of one of the Top 10 web design firms and Top 25 fastest growing tech companies in South Florida, Seth has repeatedly been recognized as an Up and Comer in our region, and the digital marketing industry.
Digital Marketing is surrounded by buzz words and industry Jargon. Do you know what a cache is or the 3 click rule? This presentation demystifies Digital lingo.
The document provides information about an advanced eBay workshop, including details about the workshop agenda, navigation of topics to be covered, statistics about eBay, legal and tax aspects of selling on eBay, tips for advanced searching, buying, and selling on eBay, benefits of and how to set up an eBay shop, eBay tools, alternatives to eBay, attracting buyers, and potential dangers or scams to be aware of on eBay. The document encourages attendees to ask any questions and provides contact information for the workshop presenter.
This document provides guidance on developing a genealogical website. It discusses determining the purpose of the site, hosting options including free and paid hosting, basic website building concepts, publishing genealogical data, marketing the site, and tracking website usage. The key steps outlined are choosing a host, registering a domain name, setting up the site structure, adding content and data, promotion strategies, and using analytics to monitor traffic.
The document discusses three ways to sell online: 1) using marketplace sites like eBay and Etsy, 2) using e-commerce template sites like Yahoo Stores or GoDaddy, and 3) adding a shopping component to an existing site using PayPal. Marketplace sites have low barriers to entry but can have high transaction fees. E-commerce template sites make it easy to create an online storefront but have monthly hosting fees. Adding a shopping component allows sellers to integrate sales with their existing website.
Need a great website for your business or organization, but don't have a huge budget? Feel like you're getting the runaround when you talk to web developers about your project? Here's an overview of what you need to build your own company website without spending a fortune or losing your mind.
George Palmer presented on taking payments online. He discussed various payment systems including merchant banks, end-to-end solutions, and digital payment services. Merchant banks allow charging credit/debit cards but require complex integration. End-to-end solutions are easy to set up but lock merchants in. Digital payment services provide virtual wallets but can freeze accounts aggressively. Palmer also covered selling online, noting software is needed to manage orders, stock, and reports when selling tangible goods, while digital goods require less infrastructure.
This document discusses the benefits and key considerations for businesses selling online through e-commerce. It outlines how a website can help expand markets, increase sales by processing credit card orders easily. However, businesses must address costs like hosting, compliance with legal regulations around privacy, taxes, and fraud prevention to mitigate risks. With proper management of these challenges, e-commerce provides opportunities to help businesses.
Commerce for Coffee: Build an Inclusive Website that Sells CoffeeAdam Bell
This document provides information and advice about building an inclusive e-commerce website that sells coffee. It discusses using WordPress or Shopify as a platform and recommends plugins and themes. It also covers topics like page speed optimization, accessibility, search engine optimization, email marketing, and choosing a good web host. The overall message is that an online storefront is important for any coffee business to reach customers and that there are many free and paid tools available to help set up and manage a successful e-commerce site.
Wagga Digital Enterprise Training Session 4 (eCommerce)Dan Winson
This document discusses e-commerce and provides guidance on developing an e-commerce plan and process. Key points include:
- E-commerce involves any online transaction and can help overcome geographical limitations, lower costs, improve customer experience, and improve offline processes.
- A successful e-commerce plan should determine goals and address aspects like pricing, customer experience, branding, and integrating online and offline operations.
- Core e-commerce processes include browsing products, selecting items, making payments, and delivering items. Tools are needed to support each step.
- Attendees will hear from a guest speaker on successfully implementing e-commerce and map out example processes for potential online sales.
This document discusses payment gateway options for UAE startups. It provides information on providers like Cashu, InnovatePayments, 2Checkout, and Paypal. It also profiles Network International, the main provider for the UAE. Key points covered include payment gateway costs, example transaction fees, and comparisons of provider pricing. Overall issues addressed are the high upfront costs to set up an e-commerce business and process payments in the UAE.
The document provides an introduction to ecommerce and outlines options for selling online. It discusses the growth of major ecommerce platforms like Amazon and eBay and reviews the pros and cons of using third-party marketplaces versus creating an online shop. Key considerations for an effective online store include choosing a shopping platform, obtaining payment options, addressing security, reviews/trust, and being mobile-friendly. Common mistakes involve poor images, lack of contact details, not specializing, and not using social media.
Ecommerce Platform Migration Issues and Search Engine Optimization Pros and Cons | This ecommerce migration slide deck will guide you through the 4 most popular ecommerce platforms. We'll cover migration pros and cons, seo pros and cons, what to watch for, etc. We've even included SEO checklists to help you with your next ecommerce migration project.
Ecommerce platforms included in this migration course are Magento, Volusion, BigCommerce and Shopify.
Presented by @jonathanhinshaw, www.ebwaycreative.com
This document provides an overview of strategies for effective online business, including hosting, marketing, and management. It discusses e-commerce models and forces driving online shopping. Key topics covered include website hosting basics, development, design, and management. Payment processing and order fulfillment are reviewed. The importance of monitoring site performance and extending business opportunities through online exchanges is emphasized. Effective marketing techniques like search engine optimization are also outlined.
The document provides an introduction to establishing an effective online business, covering topics such as the business case for e-commerce, website hosting basics, website development and design, website management, and payment processing. It discusses the different e-commerce business models and forces driving online shopping. It also outlines steps for basic site building and management functions using tools from Yahoo, and reviews considerations for website hosting, development, and transaction processing.
Need a great website for your business or organization, but don't have a huge budget? Feel like you're getting the runaround when you talk to web developers about your project? This non-technical course teaches business professionals how to develop and maintain a high quality web site within tight budget constraints. Study budgeting, vendor selection, technology and design evaluation, content development, promotion, online/offline marketing integration, and success measurement. Understand the process, ask the right questions, get or design the best web site for your budget.
The March 2015 East Bay WordPress Meetup focused on premium plugins, including Gravity Forms, Gravity+ (More) Stripe, Gravity Forms User Registration, BackupBuddy, Justified Image Grid, FacetWP, CSV Import Suite WooCommerce Extension, Product Bundles WooCommerce Extension
This document summarizes the options for building an online store, including building it from scratch, buying a hosted solution, or using an open-source platform like Magento or WordPress. It discusses factors to consider like features, costs, development time, technical requirements, and ease of use. Specific solutions mentioned include Shopify, BigCommerce, Magento, and WordPress eCommerce plugins. The presenter's background and agenda are also briefly outlined.
Buying and Selling Websites to Leverage Your RelationshipsAffiliate Summit
This presentation is from Affiliate Summit West 2018 (January 7 - January 9, 2018 in Las Vegas).
Session description: This session will discuss ways you can buy websites to leverage your existing high paying offers and 10x the value.
The document discusses the rise of e-commerce and movement from online to offline retail. It notes that e-commerce grew rapidly in the 2000s due to convenience and low costs. Some online retailers have opened physical stores to provide customer service, brand exposure, and address "showrooming". Taobao, a Chinese e-commerce site, tried operating physical stores called "Taobao Malls" but they failed. However, the new "YES! Taobao" franchise model, which provides purchasing services, has seen more success in expanding offline. The document argues that moving online businesses offline can help reach new customers, improve service, and build trust.
Get Paid! Plugins, Gateways, BitCoin: WordPress Ecommerce Project ManagementPeter Walker
Do you need another stream of income? Setting up an online business? Monitizing your blog or mobile app? Come and find out the details in setting up your own business, from choosing a business name to SSL certificate, ending with what happens when you do your 5 minute WooCommerce plugin install.
Peter Walker has been on the online journey for over 25 years, starting with the Star Fleet Command BBS in October 1988. His previous experience on his digital journey include being a professional audio engineer and a post secondary new media instructor. His main purpose in professional life is content editing & managing, UX/UI, front end HTML5 development, WordPress and project management.
The document provides information about setting up an e-commerce business and website. It includes details on selecting a business name and domain, choosing a legal entity, obtaining tax and merchant accounts, setting up web hosting with an SSL certificate, installing Woocommerce, and configuring payment gateways. It also discusses building a cryptocurrency mining rig and profitability calculations. Contact information is provided for Peter Walker for additional questions.
Adoption challenges in rural minnesota, BBTF March 2022.pptxAnn Treacy
Rural areas of Minnesota have significantly less access to broadband internet than urban areas, with 94.2% of unserved and 93.3% of underserved households being in rural locations. Rural communities tend to be older, poorer, and less educated compared to urban areas. There are three main challenges to broadband adoption in rural Minnesota: accessing devices, affording internet services due to high monthly fees, and developing digital literacy skills, with organizations trying to address the third leg of skills and support.
This document discusses broadband expansion goals in Minnesota. It outlines the state's goals that by 2022 all businesses and homes have access to broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload and by 2026 access to speeds of 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. As of 2021, 96.4% of unserved and 96.5% of underserved households were in rural areas. The document also lists challenges around supply shortages, workforce shortages, and affordability as well as inequities with some student populations still lacking internet access essential for learning.
This document discusses Riverwood Healthcare's digital solutions including their website, symptom checker, virtual visits, MyChart, wellness network, chat feature, pharmacy app, and specialty care digital outreach. It notes that the symptom checker had over 180 uses in January 2021. It also mentions that Riverwood has conducted over 6,000 virtual visits since March and has 4,764 active MyChart patients. Finally, it discusses their use of digital tools like Zoom, a calm app, and digital screening to support patients, visitors, and staff.
This document summarizes the background and key arguments of a book analyzing federal and state policies regarding subsidization, deployment, and regulation of broadband in rural communities. The author is an Associate Professor who researched the topic through a policy analysis of over 10,000 pages of documents, 90 interviews, and site visits. The book argues that rural broadband policy is both incomplete and broken, failing to bring affordable, high-speed broadband to rural areas due to regulatory capture and prioritizing large internet providers. It also highlights some local success stories of communities connecting themselves with the help of cooperatives or local ISPs. The conclusions call for a national rural broadband plan, recognizing the importance of local broadband, and ensuring history does not repeat itself in
This document summarizes a study on rural workforce movers and telecommuters. It finds that 21% of rural households have someone who telecommutes. Telecommuters are more likely to be married, have larger households, and higher incomes. Respondents moved for slower pace of life, safety, and lower costs. However, many noted poor broadband access as a challenge to remaining in their communities or telecommuting. The study aims to help communities understand and attract telecommuters.
Connected Minnesota is working to expand access to high-speed internet, distance learning, and supportive services across Minnesota. They have provided over $4.5 million in funding to 52 organizations across two rounds of funding in 2020 and 2021. $1.2 million was allocated specifically to Black-led and Indigenous-led organizations focused in the Twin Cities area. Connected Minnesota has also convened stakeholders through a Digital Equity Roundtable and uses a community-informed approach that centers decision making with communities and adapts solutions to their specific needs.
Surveys, Data and Stories to Inform Policy and InvestmentAnn Treacy
This document summarizes broadband access surveys from four rural Minnesota communities. Over 2,600 surveys were completed, with 25% of respondents indicating they only have cellular internet or no internet access at all. The top reasons for lack of access were no services being offered at their location or prices being too high. Respondents said they would use better broadband for education, work, communication, and entertainment. Stories from residents provided personal accounts of struggles with slow, unreliable, or expensive existing services like satellite that don't support needs like work-from-home VPN access or uploading school assignments. Community leaders are encouraged to consider these resident experiences and priorities when making broadband policy and investment decisions.
Community approaches to broadband in MinnesotaAnn Treacy
Community-led broadband solutions can bring competition, lower prices, and faster internet speeds to underserved areas. They also create local jobs and support new businesses by involving stakeholders, using creative funding, and working with neighbors through grassroots and transparent efforts. Successful community broadband requires smart construction policies and cooperation across an array of groups.
The document provides information about funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Capital Projects Fund, including:
1. Minnesota is eligible to receive $70 million from the $10 billion Capital Projects Fund allocated for broadband infrastructure and digital connectivity technology projects.
2. The Commissioner of Employment and Economic Development must submit an application by September 30, 2021 to request $70 million for grants through Minnesota's Border-to-Border Broadband Development Program.
3. $35 million has been appropriated from the awarded funds for grants in fiscal years 2022 and 2023 through the Border-to-Border Broadband Development Program.
This document summarizes responses from counties, cities, and townships in southeast Minnesota about broadband access and issues in their areas. Availability of service is a major concern, with many rural areas having little to no access. Even areas with coverage often have unreliable or insufficient service that does not meet needs like remote work and school. Respondents are working with local providers and using grants to improve access, but barriers like terrain and funding make expansion difficult. Overall, the survey finds widespread gaps in broadband access across the region that impact residents' lives.
The document outlines the broadband development process from start to finish in a simplified manner. It begins with learning about the local broadband needs through community engagement. It then involves examining options like improving existing infrastructure or building new networks. Key steps include conducting feasibility studies, identifying potential partners, and negotiating deals. The goal is to improve broadband infrastructure and celebrate the achieved progress. The document also provides an overview of various broadband technologies like satellite, fixed wireless, and wired options like fiber and discusses their capabilities and limitations. It concludes with a panel discussion on local broadband projects.
This document summarizes a regional broadband event that took place on September 30, 2021. It included welcome remarks, a panel on the current broadband climate in the region, and storytellers from local broadband providers. There was also an elected official update, small group discussions, and a recap. The event concluded with information about the upcoming state broadband conference in October. The purpose was to bring stakeholders together to discuss broadband access challenges in the region and potential solutions.
Regional Broadband meeting in NW MN from Office of Broadband DevelopmentAnn Treacy
This document summarizes Minnesota's broadband development timeline and policies from 2008 to the present. It outlines the state's statutory broadband goals, the role of the Office of Broadband Development and task forces, broadband mapping, and the Border to Border broadband grant program. The grant program has provided broadband access to over 56,800 homes since 2014. Current federal funding opportunities through programs like RDOF, NTIA, and the American Rescue Plan Act are also discussed.
MN Broadband regional meeting in west centralAnn Treacy
The document summarizes Minnesota's broadband development timeline and policies from 2008 to the present. It outlines the state's statutory broadband goals, the role of the Office of Broadband Development and task forces, broadband mapping, and the Border to Border broadband grant program. The grant program has provided broadband access to over 56,800 homes and businesses since 2014. Current federal funding opportunities and the potential impacts of infrastructure legislation are also mentioned.
SMIF Regional Broadband Forum: Le Sueur Count Broadband InitativeAnn Treacy
The Le Sueur County broadband initiative started in April 2018 at a regional broadband summit. Since then, the county has received various grants and funding totaling over $5.5 million to expand broadband access through fiber, fixed wireless, and other technologies. This includes a Blandin grant of $1.8 million and $3.7 million from the CARES Act. Most townships also contributed funds. The funding is being used to support economic development for local businesses by improving technology access and training, as well as projects for telemedicine, virtual communities, and a county-wide website. Conversations continue on further expanding broadband access when additional funding sources are identified.
The document discusses broadband access and inspiration stories in West Central Minnesota counties. It provides broadband access speeds and rankings for counties in the region. It also shares several inspirational stories of how organizations are using broadband to provide education, healthcare, employment resources, and more to their communities.
This document summarizes responses from counties, cities, and townships in southeast Minnesota about broadband access and issues in their areas. Availability of service is lacking in many rural areas. Even where service exists, functionality is often insufficient for tasks like remote work and schooling due to slow speeds and unreliable connections. Respondents cited high costs, challenging terrain, and low population density as barriers to improving or expanding service. Most rely on internet providers to make upgrades but have limited ability to influence them. Funding sources for improvements include grants, ARPA funds, and partnerships between jurisdictions and providers. Addressing equity of access and affordability were also raised as ongoing issues.
Regional Broadband MN - presentation from Office of Broadband DevelopmentAnn Treacy
The document summarizes Minnesota's broadband development timeline and policies from 2008 to the present. It outlines the state's statutory broadband goals, the role of the Office of Broadband Development and task forces, broadband mapping efforts, and the Border to Border broadband grant program. The grant program has provided broadband access to over 56,800 homes and businesses since 2014. Current federal funding opportunities through programs like the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the American Rescue Plan Act could provide additional funding to support Minnesota's broadband expansion efforts.
Chisago Lakes Community Broadband SurveyAnn Treacy
A survey of 762 respondents in the Chisago Lakes community found that 30% said the internet met their online school requirements most of the time while 16% said no. For working from home, 37% said the internet met their needs most of the time and 28% said no. Regarding running a business, 56% said it did not apply while 21% said no and 18% said most of the time. Respondents rated internet reliability as 33% poor and 31% fair, and rated speed as 34% fair and 29% poor.
1. Three Ways to Sell Online
Ann Treacy
www.treacyinfo.com
2. The Intro
• Marketplace Sites (eBay)
• Using an E-Commerce Template site
(Yahoo Store)
• Adding a shopping component to an
existing site (PayPal)
• Going big.
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3. Marketplace Site
• Low barrier to entry
– Don’t need website, storefront, big inventory
• High exposure
• Transactional fees can get expensive for
high volume and high ticket item vendors
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4. Craigslist
• Free • Less sophisticated
• Just need computer, users
access, email • Nefarious users
• Adding pictures a plus • Not great for big ticket
• Focus on local items
• Good for physically
big items
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5. eBay
• Fees for Auction • Must be member
– Insertion fee ($.10 - • Must verify credit card
$2)
• Much wider audience
– Final value (9% or
$250) • Really market driven
• Fees for Fixed Price • No room for error
– Insertion fee ($.50)
– Final value (7% - 20%)
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6. Etsy
• Fees • Must be member
– Insertion fee ($.20) • Must verify credit
– Transaction (3.5%) card
– Payment processing (3% • Much wider audience
+ $0.25)
• Really market driven
• No room for error
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7. E-Commerce Template Sites
• Good if you want a website
– You can get professionals to help
– You could build yourself
• Monthly fee can get expensive
• Makes more sense for established sellers
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8. Yahoo Stores
• Fees • Creates a presence
– Setup ($50) • Fairly easy to setup
– Hosting and manage
($33.95/month)
• Allows for more
– Transaction (1.5%)
features such as
tracking and
advertising
http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/ecommerce/featu
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9. Go Daddy
• Fees • Creates a presence
– Setup ($9.99) • Fairly easy to setup
– SSL Cert ($69.99) and manage
• Allows for more
• Option for Developer features
Support such as tracking and
– $99/month advertising
http://www.godaddy.com/ecommerce/shopping-cart.aspx
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10. Shopping Carts
• Will fit into an existing site
• Setup and monthly costs are usually low
• Transactional fees can get expensive for
high volume and high ticket item vendors
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11. PayPal
• Fees • Will fit in with your
– Monthly (0-$30) website
– Transactional (1.9% -
• May need some tech
2.9% + $0.30)
skills to add to site
• Offers advanced
options
http://www.godaddy.com/ecommerce/shopping-cart.aspx
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13. Google Merchant
• Fees • Will fit in with your
– Transactional (1.9% - website
2.9% + $0.30) • May need some tech
skills to add to site
• Offers advanced
options
http://www.godaddy.com/ecommerce/shopping-cart.aspx
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14. Going Big
• Use a template-type interface that ties in
with your existing site.
– http://www.zen-cart.com/
– http://www.volusion.com
– http://getshopped.org/
• Require more technical knowledge
• Can be cost-effective in long term
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15. Get the presentation here:
http://byteoftheweek.com/
Thank you!
Ann Treacy
atreacy@treacyinfo.com
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Editor's Notes
Craigslist:Doing business on craigslist can be described as easy, if the seller follows some simple rules of common sense. To list an item up for sale, for example, all is needed is a computer with internet access and a working email address. A good picture of the item guarantees a faster response, and up to 4 photos can be uploaded to craigslist, all for free. The onlookers browse through the different categories on their local city’s craigslist (each craigslist website is broken down into city locations) and when they see a product they like and want to inquire more about, they click on the link provided for that purpose on each ad. They can also copy and paste this address later to the email service of their preference. Another option is to make a direct telephone call to the numbers provided freely on the ads, but not all ads include phone contact information.
Craigslist:Doing business on craigslist can be described as easy, if the seller follows some simple rules of common sense. To list an item up for sale, for example, all is needed is a computer with internet access and a working email address. A good picture of the item guarantees a faster response, and up to 4 photos can be uploaded to craigslist, all for free. The onlookers browse through the different categories on their local city’s craigslist (each craigslist website is broken down into city locations) and when they see a product they like and want to inquire more about, they click on the link provided for that purpose on each ad. They can also copy and paste this address later to the email service of their preference. Another option is to make a direct telephone call to the numbers provided freely on the ads, but not all ads include phone contact information.
Craigslist:Doing business on craigslist can be described as easy, if the seller follows some simple rules of common sense. To list an item up for sale, for example, all is needed is a computer with internet access and a working email address. A good picture of the item guarantees a faster response, and up to 4 photos can be uploaded to craigslist, all for free. The onlookers browse through the different categories on their local city’s craigslist (each craigslist website is broken down into city locations) and when they see a product they like and want to inquire more about, they click on the link provided for that purpose on each ad. They can also copy and paste this address later to the email service of their preference. Another option is to make a direct telephone call to the numbers provided freely on the ads, but not all ads include phone contact information.
Craigslist:Doing business on craigslist can be described as easy, if the seller follows some simple rules of common sense. To list an item up for sale, for example, all is needed is a computer with internet access and a working email address. A good picture of the item guarantees a faster response, and up to 4 photos can be uploaded to craigslist, all for free. The onlookers browse through the different categories on their local city’s craigslist (each craigslist website is broken down into city locations) and when they see a product they like and want to inquire more about, they click on the link provided for that purpose on each ad. They can also copy and paste this address later to the email service of their preference. Another option is to make a direct telephone call to the numbers provided freely on the ads, but not all ads include phone contact information.
Craigslist:Doing business on craigslist can be described as easy, if the seller follows some simple rules of common sense. To list an item up for sale, for example, all is needed is a computer with internet access and a working email address. A good picture of the item guarantees a faster response, and up to 4 photos can be uploaded to craigslist, all for free. The onlookers browse through the different categories on their local city’s craigslist (each craigslist website is broken down into city locations) and when they see a product they like and want to inquire more about, they click on the link provided for that purpose on each ad. They can also copy and paste this address later to the email service of their preference. Another option is to make a direct telephone call to the numbers provided freely on the ads, but not all ads include phone contact information.
Craigslist:Doing business on craigslist can be described as easy, if the seller follows some simple rules of common sense. To list an item up for sale, for example, all is needed is a computer with internet access and a working email address. A good picture of the item guarantees a faster response, and up to 4 photos can be uploaded to craigslist, all for free. The onlookers browse through the different categories on their local city’s craigslist (each craigslist website is broken down into city locations) and when they see a product they like and want to inquire more about, they click on the link provided for that purpose on each ad. They can also copy and paste this address later to the email service of their preference. Another option is to make a direct telephone call to the numbers provided freely on the ads, but not all ads include phone contact information.
Craigslist:Doing business on craigslist can be described as easy, if the seller follows some simple rules of common sense. To list an item up for sale, for example, all is needed is a computer with internet access and a working email address. A good picture of the item guarantees a faster response, and up to 4 photos can be uploaded to craigslist, all for free. The onlookers browse through the different categories on their local city’s craigslist (each craigslist website is broken down into city locations) and when they see a product they like and want to inquire more about, they click on the link provided for that purpose on each ad. They can also copy and paste this address later to the email service of their preference. Another option is to make a direct telephone call to the numbers provided freely on the ads, but not all ads include phone contact information.