When Justin launched his Etsy shop, NextGenModeling, he had $700, one 3D printer, and no experience in e-commerce or Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
Less than two years later, he’s in the top 2.5% of Etsy sellers, with over 5,000 sales, a 4.8-star rating, and a growing print farm.
Here’s how he did it.
Starting From Scratch
Justin sells 3D printed functional decor, desk accessories, and game-inspired items. But when he first launched, his biggest challenge wasn’t product quality; it was visibility.
I could design and print great products, but I didn’t know how to title or tag them in a way that would bring consistent traffic.
With no background in SEO and competing against experienced sellers, Justin quickly realized guessing wouldn’t work.
He needed data.
The Turning Point: Stop Guessing, Start Validating
Justin turned to eRank to understand what people were actually searching for.
Instead of naming products based on what “sounded good,” he began building listings around searchable, validated keywords.
His core workflow became:
- Find a high-demand, lower-competition keyword
- Build the product and listing around that keyword
- Optimize title, tags, and description using related phrases
After using eRank, my listings became much more intentional. Instead of random titles and tags, everything serves a purpose.
He also began validating product ideas before designing and printing, reducing wasted time and increasing the likelihood of success.
Growing with Data
Justin doesn’t use eRank every day but he uses it strategically:
- Launching new products
- Fixing underperforming listings
- Validating new ideas
When I use it, it’s powerful because it helps me make confident decisions instead of guessing.
By combining:
- Consistent production
- Fast fulfillment
- Strong customer service
- Data-backed SEO
Justin created steady, predictable growth.
His traffic and visibility became more consistent, and revenue followed.
The Results
- Over 5,000 sales
- 4.8-star average rating
- Operating a growing multi-machine print farm
- Top 2.5% of Etsy sellers
All in under two years.
Advice for Sellers Who Want to Scale
Justin’s advice is straightforward:
Treat Etsy like a real business. Track what works, double down on proven keywords, reinvest into better tools and equipment, and stay consistent even when growth feels slow.
And about eRank?
eRank can genuinely change your life if you commit to using the tools they provide and build your shop around real data.
