From 5be1efc746c95000a80ac5fa7e1d28adf05b9b0a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: darryltrollope Date: Fri, 6 Jun 2025 10:51:16 +0000 Subject: [PATCH] Add 10 Dropshipping Myths That Are Killing Your Online Business --- ...s-That-Are-Killing-Your-Online-Business.md | 41 +++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 41 insertions(+) create mode 100644 10-Dropshipping-Myths-That-Are-Killing-Your-Online-Business.md diff --git a/10-Dropshipping-Myths-That-Are-Killing-Your-Online-Business.md b/10-Dropshipping-Myths-That-Are-Killing-Your-Online-Business.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..5492f9c --- /dev/null +++ b/10-Dropshipping-Myths-That-Are-Killing-Your-Online-Business.md @@ -0,0 +1,41 @@ +Common dropshipping myths can devastate your e-commerce success if you're not careful. Don't fall for claims about zero investment, overnight success, or skipping product research. You'll need strategic planning, consistent effort, and proper funding ($1,000-$3,000) to build a sustainable business. 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