Business idea · E-commerce
Digital Asset Print on Demand
Digital Asset Print on Demand: Create a platform for selling digital assets like printables, templates, and other downloadable products that leverage the print on demand model without the need for physical inventory. It was pitched on Koerner Office in the episode "Forget Dropshipping. This Side Hustle Is 10x Easier (and Smarter) ⏐ Ep. #210" (aired August 18, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | Forget Dropshipping. This Side Hustle Is 10x Easier (and Smarter) ⏐ Ep. #210 |
| Aired | August 18, 2025 |
| Category | E-commerce |
| Real companies on the episode | Printify, Everbee, Fourth Wall, n8n |
The problem it solves
This business solves the issue of high inventory costs and logistical challenges by providing a marketplace for easily distributable digital products.
How it makes money
This model would operate on a one-time purchase basis for each digital download, with the potential for subscription services for ongoing access to new content.
Skills you need
Skills required include digital design, marketing strategy, and platform management.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of platforms like Etsy and Creative Market has increased demand for digital assets, making it easier to sell printables and templates without inventory. A practical first step for generating revenue could involve promoting products in niche subreddits such as r/Entrepreneur, where users seek resources for online business. A notable risk is the potential for high customer acquisition costs if relying heavily on paid advertising, which could extend the payback window and strain initial capital.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Printify
Printify is a print-on-demand platform that allows users to create and sell custom products without holding inventory.
- Everbee
Everbee is a tool that helps Etsy sellers identify best-selling products by providing data on estimated search volume, estimated sales, and estimated revenue.
- Fourth Wall
Fourth Wall is a platform that provides print-on-demand services tailored for creators to easily sell merchandise.
- n8n
n8n is an open-source workflow automation tool that allows users to automate tasks by connecting various applications and services.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: Forget Dropshipping. This Side Hustle Is 10x Easier (and Smarter) ⏐ Ep. #210
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.