Ready to Start Making Passive Income? Let’s Get That Digital Template Business Off the Ground!

I know, I know—you’ve heard it all over TikTok and social media: “It’s so easy to make money online… blah blah blah.” But I’m here to give you the real deal, the tips and tricks that helped me when I was exactly where you are—feeling overwhelmed and not knowing where to start. Trust me, I’ve been through the analysis paralysis, and I’m here to help you break free from it. So, let’s dive into my step-by-step guide to getting your digital template business off the ground. And guess what? You don’t need to be a graphic designer!

Step 1: Make the Decision to Go For It

First things first—just decide to do it. Seriously. Sometimes, the hardest part is just committing to the idea. Now that you’ve made the decision, doesn’t that feel like a win already? Woohoo, you’re one step closer to your goal!

Step 2: Choose Your Template Niche

Now, let’s figure out what kind of templates you want to sell. Are you targeting a specific industry? Maybe you’re creating organizational tools, or perhaps templates for new moms? What’s your vibe? If you’re feeling stuck, I’ve got you covered—grab my free guide on 1000 Digital Product Ideas (yes, completely free).

Step 3: Find the Right Products

Here’s where the magic happens—you don’t need to create everything from scratch! The internet is loaded with products you can sell, like Master Resell Rights. These are products you can purchase once and resell over and over again. Or, if you’re feeling creative, you can make them yourself!

Step 4: Create Your Products with Canva

Did you know you can use AI and Canva to create these templates? Once you’ve designed your product, click on ‘Share’ and look for the ‘Template Link’ option in Canva. This link allows others to access the template without modifying your original design—it creates a fresh copy for them. You can share this link directly, or embed it in a PDF to sell on platforms like Etsy. Just one of the many ways to get your products out there!

Step 5: Decide Where to Sell

Now that you’ve got your products, it’s time to choose where to sell them. Will you set up shop on Etsy, or maybe your own website? The choice is yours.

Step 6: Maintain and Grow

Once everything’s set up, all you need to do is log in a few times a week to make tweaks or upload new products. Whether you’re making a couple of sales a day or dozens, your business is now on autopilot—most of the heavy lifting is done!

Step 7: Analyze and Expand

A lot of so-called gurus might tell you to just sit back and watch the money roll in, but that’s not how I roll. I’m all about analyzing what’s working, making tweaks, and trying new strategies. I love learning and adapting, and that’s what keeps my business growing. So don’t stop here—keep pushing, keep experimenting, and most importantly, keep having fun with it!