Shopify Without the Hype: The Real Cost of Starting an Online Store

Description

Thinking about starting an online store?

Before you spend money on Shopify, apps, advertising, inventory, or website design, learn what it really takes to launch and grow a successful eCommerce business.

Join digital marketing strategist Yusuf Chowdhury for a practical workshop that breaks down the real costs of starting and running an online store—without the hype or sales pitch.

During this FREE workshop, you'll learn:

• The true cost of launching a Shopify store
• Shopify plans, domains, themes, and apps explained
• Product costs, inventory, and shipping expenses
• Branding, photography, and website design essentials
• Marketing budgets for SEO, Google Ads, and social media
• Customer acquisition costs and realistic sales expectations
• Common mistakes that waste thousands of dollars
• How to create a launch budget and roadmap

Whether you're launching your first online store or planning to expand your business online, you'll leave with a realistic startup checklist, a clearer budget, and the confidence to make smarter business decisions.

Date:
Thursday, July 30, 2026

Time:
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Location:
VenturePoint – Medical Center
5460 Babcock Rd., Suite 120
San Antonio, TX 78240