assist with set up of ecommerce store

[alignedlivingco]

I've recently set up a shopify store and have integrated a dropshipping provider (dropshipzone) Australia based.  I would like help setting up shipping, mark ups, payments, understanding margins better, and some help optimising product ranges.  It is a wellness ecommerce store - think candles, yoga mats, bath salts, supplements, etc. Any advice on finding an expert to guide me or a VA to assist?

[Bundler-Manuel]

Hey there @alignedlivingco  I don’t have any direct plugs to people who can do this for you but I have a couple pointers to guide you in making this devision

- It’s in your best interest to find the person either on this community, on Reddit, or on Upwork. You have the best chances of finding a genuine person through these three.

- When you do find a trustworthy person, don’t give them your store password and full control regardless. Shopify has features where you can share access so the person would still be able to make improvements on the store. 
I wish you the best of luck!

[devcoders]

Hello @alignedlivingco 
Thank you for reaching out! I’d be happy to assist you with setting up your Shopify store, including:

Shipping setup for DropshipZone Australia

Pricing & markup strategy to optimize margins

Payment setup & configuration

Product range optimization for better conversions

To get started, please share more details about your specific requirements, such as:

✔ The pricing model you prefer (fixed markup, percentage-based, etc.)

✔ Any specific shipping rules or zones you want to set up

✔ Target audience & branding preferences

✔ Any additional customizations you need

[Promer-Alena]

Hello @alignedlivingco 

You're off to a great start! To set up your store effectively:Shipping – Check Dropshipzone’s shipping rates and policies, then set up

1. Shopify’s shipping settings accordingly under Settings > Shipping and Delivery. Consider offering free shipping on orders over a certain amount to boost conversions.
2. Pricing & margins – Use a formula like (Cost + Shipping) × Markup to maintain profitability. Apps like Automizely Pricing can help automate markups.
3. Payments – Enable Shopify Payments (if available) or integrate PayPal, Stripe, or Afterpay for more flexibility.
4. Optimizing products – Focus on bestsellers, create bundles (e.g., "Relaxation Kit"), and optimize product descriptions with SEO keywords.
5.  Look for a Shopify Expert on Shopify Experts Marketplace or hire a VA on platforms like Upwork or Fiverr for ongoing assistance