Frequently Asked Questions

1. What exactly is dropshipping?

Dropshipping is an e-commerce model where you sell products without keeping inventory. Your supplier ships directly to your customer.

2. How reliable is dropshipping as a business model in 2025?

Dropshipping remains scalable and attractive provided you work with reliable suppliers, fast shipping and strong marketing automation.

3. What are the biggest pitfalls when starting dropshipping?

Too much focus on profit margins, poor suppliers, and no automated processes. Underestimating marketing costs is also a pitfall.

4. How do you use marketing automation in your web shops?

I automate customer emails, product feeds, inventory updates and ad campaigns with smart tools like Zapier, Meta Advantage+ and Klaviyo.

5. What platforms do you use for your web shops?

For my own online shops, such as PadelMoves.com, I use Shopify in conjunction with BigBuy or other vendors for automated fulfillment.

6. Why not work with AliExpress or other low-cost suppliers?

Because of delivery times, poor after-sales and quality risks. I focus on reliability, speed and customer satisfaction - otherwise you lose out.

7. What is your role as OnlineMarketingMan?

I build scalable web shops, optimize marketing funnels and constantly test new tools and strategies within my own e-commerce brands.

8. How quickly can a new web shop become profitable?

Depending on niche and product: with strong positioning and smart automation, you can sometimes see results in as little as 30 days, if properly tested.

9. What are indispensable tools for startup e-commerce entrepreneurs?

Shopify, Google Analytics 4, Meta Ads, Klaviyo for email, and tools like Feedzy, CookieYes and WPML for your WordPress infrastructure.

10. Can I collaborate or share an idea with you?

Yes, you can contact me via the "Share your idea" button on the home page. I am open to innovative collaborations within e-commerce and AI.