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Online Business Essentials
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items This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a commission if you purchase through them at no extra cost to you. Running an online business is a lot easier when you have the right tools to keep everything organized and moving. I put together some go...
If you’re shipping products regularly.. A thermal printer is one of those things that can make life so much easier. No messing with ink or cutting out paper labels and you can print your shipping labels right when you need them.
MUNBYN RW130B Bluetooth Thermal Label Printer
Good lighting can make such a difference when you’re creating videos, taking product photos, or hopping on a video call. I like a larger ring light like this because you have more control over the brightness and can get much more flattering, even lig...
Vivitar 18-Inch LED RGB Ring Light with Tripod, Phone Holder, USB Charging Ports and Wireless Remote
This is such a handy little setup if you make a lot of content with your phone. You get a tripod, selfie stick, and light all together, so it’s easy to set up somewhere quickly and start filming without dragging out a bunch of equipment.
Tripod Selfie Stick with Ring Light - heyday™ Black
If voiceovers, videos, podcasts, meetings, or livestreams are part of your business, upgrading your microphone can make a noticeable difference. This is a popular USB option when you want clearer audio without putting together a complicated recording...
Blue Yeti USB Microphone for PC, Mac, Gaming, Recording, Streaming, Podcasting, Plug and Play, Blackout
Between a laptop, phone, lights, chargers, printer, and everything else, an online business can take over every outlet pretty quickly. A good charging station keeps everything together and helps cut down on the cord mess around your desk.
Anker 300J Flat Plug 10-in-1 Ultra Thin Power Strip with 6 AC
Ring lights are essential for running an online business.. This ring light can sit on a desk or expand out and sit of the floor
Ring Light with Tripod
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Ring lights are essential when doing videos on your phone.. This ring light clips right onto the edge of a desk and the arms of it move around so you can set it up however you need to
Link LED Selfie Ring Light with Cell Phone Holder with Flexible Stand & Long Arm for Live Stream/Makeup 3 Light Modes and Brightness Levels
If your business ships bigger or heavier packages, this is a better option than a small tabletop postal scale. I’d especially look at something like this for larger boxes when you want to weigh everything at home before purchasing the shipping label.
MUNBYN IPS03 440lb Digital Shipping Scale for Heavy Parcels
If you run an online business but need to travel this back pack will hold all your business essentials
J World Lunar Laptop 19.5" Rolling Backpack
Sometimes the sound quality when you talk through your phone just isn't enough and you need something more to amplify the sound.. This mini microphone plugs right into your phone and will help do that
Saramonic LavMicro U1A Omnidirectional Lavalier Microphone
If you want to learn how to take a hobby, an idea or just want to learn how to market things online this is a great book to read to learn more
How to Build an Online Business
Square readers are great for taking credit cards for any business… This one is only compatible with iPhone
Square Reader for magstripe
Pens are essential for everyday use
BIC Cristal Xtra Bold Ballpoint Pens, Bold Point (1.6mm), Assorted Colors, 10-Count
I don't know anyone who doesn't need to write things down.. These are the cutest little notebooks
12-Pack Small Spiral Notebook 3x5, 80 Sheets Per Notepad, College Ruled Lined Paper for Office Supplies, Classroom Notes, Students, Teachers, Nurses (6 Pastel Colors)
A shipping scale is definitely worth having if you’re mailing out orders from home. It makes it easy to get the package weight before buying your label which saves a lot of guessing and unnecessary trips to the post office
Core Innovations CPS550 Digital Postal Shipping Scale – 66 lb Capacity, LCD Display for Small Business & E-Commerce
A good webcam is worth having if you’re constantly on Zoom calls, meeting with clients, teaching online, or doing live video. This one gives you a nice upgrade from the basic camera built into most laptops without getting overly complicated.
Logitech Brio 500 Full HD Webcam with Auto Light Correction, Noise Reduction, Privacy Cover, Graphite
I love the idea of a smaller keyboard for a home office because it gives you more room without sacrificing the things you actually use every day. This would be especially nice for anyone who spends hours writing emails, creating listings, editing con...
Logitech MX Keys Mini Wireless Keyboard, Black (920-010475)
It’s amazing how quickly a workspace can turn into a pile of papers, pens, receipts, and random business stuff. This gives everything a place without taking up a ton of room and is an easy way to make a home office feel a little less chaotic.
Mind Reader 3-Tier Metal Desk Organizer, Black (MESH4C-BLK)