7 Proven Steps to Take After You Join CMH as a Vendor
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So… what happens after you join CMH as a vendor?
First of all — welcome! 🎉
Whether you sell skincare, crafts, services, or digital downloads — you’re now part of a growing movement of South African entrepreneurs building something better together. But what happens after you join CMH as a vendor? What should you actually do to set yourself up for success?
This blog walks you through exactly what happens after you join CMH as a vendor — step-by-step.
7 Proven Steps to Take After You Join CMH as a Vendor
Step 1: Your Vendor Dashboard
Your Vendor Dashboard
Right after registration, what happens after you join CMH as a vendor is you gain access to your vendor dashboard — the home base for your online business.
Your dashboard gives you:
- Product listing and inventory tools
- Sales reports and performance data
- Profile and shipping settings
- Affiliate tools (if enabled)
Everything you need to run your store lives here. And yes — it’s mobile-friendly.
Step 2: Setting Up Your Profile
Setting Up Your Profile
Before uploading products, set up your public-facing profile. This is a crucial trust builder for new buyers.
You’ll need:
- Your logo and store name
- A short “About” story (keep it personal)
- Niche or product category
- Optional profile photo (adds connection)
Tip: Focus on the “why.” Why did you start your business? That’s the story that sells.
Example: “I started this business to help people struggling with eczema find relief using local, natural ingredients.”
Step 3: Adding Your First Product
Adding Your First Product
You only need one product to get started. Focus on listing it well:
Include:
- A clear title
- A short but punchy description
- 3–5 product images (show different angles, use natural light)
- Price
- Stock quantity
Don’t try to be perfect. You can (and should) tweak your listings over time.
Need help with images?
👉 Shopify Product Photo Tips
Step 4: Customizing Your Storefront
Customizing Your Storefront
Your CMH vendor page becomes public once your first product is live. Make it shine.
You can:
- Add a banner (seasonal or branded)
- Link your WhatsApp contact
- Highlight featured items
- Add a store message like “Winter Sale Now Live” or “Free delivery on orders over R500”
This is your digital stall. Own it.
Step 5: Understanding the CMH Commission System
Understanding the CMH Commission System
No surprise fees here — CMH only earns when you do.
Here’s the breakdown:
- Essential Goods: 12% (drops to 10% with volume)
- Standard Products: 15%
- High-Margin Products: 18%
- Affiliates: Up to 10% (category-based, you control it)
Need the full breakdown? View it here: commission-structure-for-vendors-and-affiliates
Step 6: Using Promotion Tools
Using Promotion Tools
If you’re active, we help boost you.
After you join CMH as a vendor, you’re not left alone. CMH has multiple tools to help you get noticed:
- Homepage feature spots
- Weekly blog mentions
- WhatsApp status flyers
- Vendor spotlight promotions
- Affiliate marketing built-in
Step 7: Talking to the CMH Team
Talking to the CMH Team
Need help with something? We’re here.
CMH vendors regularly ask us for help with:
- Setting up their first product
- Writing descriptions
- Creating banners
- Fixing display or photo errors
- Reviewing pricing or bundles
You’re never just “another store.” You’re part of the hub.
What to Expect in Month One
- Week 1:
- Week 2:
- Week 3:
- Week 4:
- Set up your store and add 1 product
- Share it on WhatsApp with 3 friends
- Add a store banner
- Ask a buyer for a review or photo
- Update your listing with feedback
- Join a local Facebook group and post your store
- Add a second product or a variation
- Set up quick WhatsApp replies
- Apply one CMH blog tip
- Request a vendor feature
- Share a status update
- Evaluate what worked and plan your next move
Vendor Checklist (Save This!)
✅ Profile completed
✅ Product listed with clear photos
✅ Storefront banner added
✅ WhatsApp link active
✅ Status shared
✅ Review collected
✅ Quick reply created
✅ Contacted CMH team for a feature
Bonus Tip: Visibility to Momentum
Once your store is live, don’t stop. Visibility is step one — but sales come from momentum.
Post often. Share stories. Talk about your “why.” Mention your store weekly. Keep showing up.
Even a simple WhatsApp status once a week can remind customers that you’re here — and ready to sell.
Q: Do I need to list multiple products to succeed?
A: No. Many vendors start with just one good listing. Focus on quality first, then scale up.
Q: What happens after you join CMH as a vendor if you don’t get sales immediately?
A: That’s okay! Most vendors take a few weeks to gain traction. Just follow the process, stay visible, and stay active.
Final Thought:
What happens after you join CMH as a vendor?
You build.
You upload your first product. You share it. You tell your story. You ask for help when needed. And you grow, one step at a time.
You’re not alone here.
You’re part of something real.
Want to become a vendor? Register now:
https://communitymarkethub.com
/vendor-registration/
Welcome to CMH — let’s build your next chapter.
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