An e-commerce live stream where the host answers viewer questions about marketplace selling on Amazon, Flipkart, and Meesho. Topics include price variation across users, self-ship fulfillment, duplicate listings, Amazon title limits, logistics relationships, and profit calculation with returns.
A short editorial from the FLOWNIB team on why this content matters.
This raw live Q&A delivers ground-level tactics for marketplace sellers, from price tricks to logistics hacks, emphasizing flexibility over rigid rules.
Unlike polished tutorials, this conversation reveals real-world loopholes like using bulk dummy listings to fix account ratings and bribing courier staff with tea.
New sellers should watch for actionable troubleshooting tips and adopt a relationship-first approach with logistics to avoid common pitfalls.
Meesho shows different prices and shipping costs to different users based on their shopping behavior and device.
Sellers ship orders themselves using their own courier, requiring fast delivery to avoid Amazon penalties.
New Amazon rules limit titles to 75 characters if using Highlights; brand names should be omitted to save space.
Creating multiple listings of the same product with different images to increase organic visibility without ad spend.
Building rapport with courier pick-up staff to ensure parcels are collected on time and avoid service failures.
Calculating net profit by subtracting product cost, GST, return charges, RTO losses, and advertising from sales price.
Using bulk dummy listings and fake orders to improve seller rating on Meesho when account is blocked for low ratings.
Why does Meesho show different prices for the same product to different users?
Meesho personalizes pricing and shipping based on user's shopping history, device, and UPI payment usage. Even addresses and apps can show different prices.
Do I need Instagram followers to run ads on Shopify?
No, you can run ads with zero followers. Focus on good margins and be prepared for possible losses; if Shopify store doesn't work, move on.
How do I handle self-ship orders on Amazon?
Use premium logistics services to deliver before or on the expected date. Avoid self-ship for low-value items as late delivery hurts account health.
Why is my Meesho product showing incorrect weight and high shipping?
Check the volumetric weight you entered (length x breadth x height / 5000). Incorrect dimensions cause high logistics charges.
How can I check product performance on Meesho?
Do monthly reconciliation via payment reports and profit/loss analysis. No need to deactivate catalog after 100 orders; just track margin and returns.
What's the best way to handle logistics pickup delays?
Build a personal relationship with the courier boy and his manager. Offer water, tea, or biscuits. They'll prioritize your pickup or even scan parcels without pickup to avoid breach.
My Meesho account has low rating and new listings get blocked. What to do?
Bulk-list 50-60 random products with zero stock. Once live, place fake orders with friends to get reviews and improve store rating. Then list actual products.
Can I sell customized rakhis on Amazon and Meesho?
Yes on Amazon, but start advertising 2 months before the festival on both Amazon and social media. Customization doesn't work well on Meesho; only generic designs.
Is it necessary to have separate WiFi for multiple seller accounts?
No. You can manage 10 accounts on the same WiFi, laptop, and browser. That rumor is false.
Where can I find products to sell?
Do product research and sourcing yourself—find manufacturers, wholesalers, or suppliers. It's a critical part of e-commerce.