Best Dtc Tips Podcasts (2024)

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E-commerce Innovation: How Sticker Mule Disrupted Custom Printing 31:39

1d ago31:39

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Anthony Constantino, the Founder and CEO of Sticker Mule. In this episode, Anthony shares his journey of transforming a simple idea into one of the world's most popular custom printing companies. In our conversation, we explore: Building an internet manufacturing company from scratch Leveraging tech…

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#348 - Storytelling Across Screens: The New Rules of Brand Building 38:35

1h ago38:35

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John Sampogna is the co-founder and CEO of Wondersauce, a modern advertising agency that specializes in brand storytelling, paid media, e-commerce, and digital experiences. In this episode of DTC Pod, John discusses brand storytelling strategies across all sorts of media channels. He shares insights on crafting impactful campaigns and tips for find…

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How To Use AI For Your Next Email Campaign — Daniel Budai | How To Craft A Top Email Strategy, Why AI Transforms Email Marketing, What Makes Emails Convert, Why Personalization Is Your Secret Weapon, How ... 24:11

2d ago24:11

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In this episode of the Ecommerce Coffee Break podcast, we dive into how AI can supercharge your next email campaign. Daniel Budai, Founder at thebudaimedia.com, shares expert insights on using AI for better email marketing and retention strategies. He explains the role of AI in creative content, segmentation, and data analysis, offering actionable …

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4 things to do RIGHT now to get out of the BFCM chaos! 3:27

4h ago3:27

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If you're anything like me, you probably HATE hearing the phrase, “Something is better than nothing.” As a bit of a perfectionist, I usually focus on getting things done properly. But when you're neck-deep in the chaos of Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas campaigns, this mindset can hold you back. So, if you’re scrambling to get everything …

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The Most Delicious BUSINESS Sandwich You Could Ever Eat! 3:56

5h ago3:56

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Let’s break down something important for business success: the relationship between strategy, tactics, and systems. Think of it like making a sandwich: 🍞 The Bread (unchanging elements): Overall Aim (Mission): Your big picture, the reason you're in business. Systems: Your foundation—people, processes, and technology that support everything. 🥪 The F…

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Holiday Season: The #1 Killer of Entrepreneurial Dreams 3:18

8h ago3:18

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Are you soaking up the sun in Cabo 🏖️ or scrambling through the Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas chaos? If you’re deep in campaign weeds right now, let me remind you: This isn’t the freedom you imagined when starting your business. 🔹 Know Your Genius Zone: If managing ad spend and campaigns isn’t your area of expertise or joy, stop doing i…

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Scaling, Selling, And Supporting Other Founders: How Two DTC Entrepreneurs Are Reshaping Entrepreneurial Networks 37:27

3d ago37:27

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guests are Aaron Spivak, former Co-Founder of Hush Blankets, and Chris Meade, Co-Founder of Crossnet. In this episode, these successful entrepreneurs share their journeys and insights on: Building Category-Defining Brands Scaling Through Retail Partnerships Creating Authentic Founder Communities Aaron and Ch…

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10,000 UX Audits Later: How Oddit Boosts Shopify Sales (Without Data or Meetings) 48:18

35m ago48:18

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What if you could boost your Shopify sales without relying on data or endless meetings? Oddit's unconventional approach has turned heads—stripping away feedback loops, simplifying designs, and focusing on clarity above all else. Oddit co-founder Shaun Brandt joins to share his experience delivering over 10,000 UX audits, helping brands increase con…

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How To Turn Abandoned Carts Into Sales — Menachem Shechter | Why 40% Cart Abandonment is a Problem, Why Unanswered Questions Lead to Abandonment, Why WhatsApp Beats Email for Cart Recovery, Why AI Ensures ... 28:01

4d ago28:01

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In this episode, we tackle a common problem for online stores: shoppers who leave items in their cart without buying. Our guest Menachem Shechter, CEO of Benzakais Growth Agency, shares how using WhatsApp instead of emails helps stores recover more abandoned carts and close more sales. Topics discussed in this episode: Why cart abandonment remains …

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Simplifying Complex Sales: How Big Sur AI's Sales Agent Makes Product Discovery Effortless 46:04

8d ago46:04

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guests are Vinod Kumar Ramachandran and Arnaud Weber, Co-Founders of Big Sur AI. In this episode, Vinod and Arnaud share their innovative approach to solving one of ecommerce's biggest challenges - converting more site visitors into customers while reducing dependency on paid advertising. The Challenge of th…

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#347 - Shading the Future: Inside Everhem’s Rise in Custom Window Treatments 43:46

5m ago43:46

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Haley Weidenbaum is the CEO and co-founder of Everhem, a DTC company specializing in custom window treatments, including shades and drapery. In this episode of DTC Pod, Haley discusses the strategies that have helped Everhem grow and differentiate itself in the market. She discusses the challenges of online shopping for custom products and how Ever…

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How To Increase Your Net Profit Margin By 10% in 10 Minutes — Idries Erfan | How to Combine Product and Service Upsells, Why Service Upsells Hit 40-60% Conversion, Why Extended Returns Increase Holiday ... 56:53

9d ago56:53

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In this episode of the Ecommerce Coffee Break, Idries Erfan, founder at protectmyorder.co.uk, shares actionable tips to increase net profit margins by 10% or more. Learn how innovative service-based upsells, like stolen package protection, outperform traditional strategies and uncover quick, practical ways to optimize your Shopify store's checkout …

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S10 E4: Meet Kelly Dill from Imaginary Ventures - A Venture Fund that Has Backed Skims, Glossier, Kosas, & More 41:38

12h ago41:38

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The most important part of entrepreneurship? Imagination. Nik sits down with Kelly Dill, an investor at Imaginary Ventures where imagination is the KEY to ideation. Kelly explains how new ideas become companies and companies then become their own organism. How should you approach new business ventures? How should you raise capital? Kelly explains i…

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Revolutionizing Social Commerce: How LoudCrowd Is Transforming Influencer Partnerships 39:17

10d ago39:17

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Gary Garofalo, the CEO & Founder of LoudCrowd. In this episode, Gary shares his innovative approach to creator commerce and how brands can leverage personalized storefronts to drive revenue through authentic influencer partnerships. We explore the three key challenges that brands face with tradition…

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🧵 On holding agencies accountable... 4:21

5h ago4:21

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Truth is, most agencies don’t care at the level you do. Sure, they care about ROAS, but often only to make their numbers look good. 📊 If you want real accountability, consider: 1️⃣ Hiring specific freelancers - they’re owners, so your success = their success. 💼 2️⃣ If you must use an agency, work directly with top leadership. They understand the st…

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From $800K to $26M: Depesh Mandalia’s Facebook Ads Story 45:20

1h ago45:20

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“It’s truly magic. That’s the word I use internally to describe what we’re doing here.” What if you could turn $800K into $26 million in just 18 months—using nothing but Facebook ads? That’s exactly what Depesh Mandalia did. In this episode, he breaks down how he went from figuring out Facebook ads the hard way to running an agency that’s managed o…

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How Data Powers Meta Ads and Impacts Campaign Performance — Brad Redding | Why More Data means Better Ad Performance, Key Data Meta Needs For Better Campaign Results, Server-side Tracking For Shopify ... 34:04

12d ago34:04

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In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the world of tracking and explore how data powers Meta Ads and impacts campaign performance. Our featured guest is Brad Redding, Founder of GetElevar.com, who shares insights on navigating privacy changes, optimizing ad strategies, and leveraging data to improve e-commerce marketing performance. Topics dis…

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Beyond The Platform: Dylan Lam’s Strategies For Leveraging External Momentum On Amazon 38:49

15d ago38:49

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Dylan Lam, the Founder of Omirank. In this episode, Dylan shares his expertise on the “art of unconventional launch” and reveals his unique approach to Amazon selling that turns traditional ecommerce wisdom on its head. The Challenge with Traditional Amazon Selling Dylan addresses the common pitfall…

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#346 - Scaling Sourdough: How Wildgrain Baked Up 80K+ Subscribers 39:58

7d ago39:58

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Ismail Salhi is the co-founder and CEO of Wildgrain, a fast-growing DTC subscription service that delivers artisanal breads, pastries, and pasta directly to customers' doorsteps. In this episode of DTC Pod, Ismail shares his journey of rapidly scaling Wildgrain to over 80,000 subscribers since launching during the pandemic in 2020. He shares the ke…

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S10 E3: Branding, Black Friday, and Trader Joe’s Rice Cakes: Holiday Guide 47:38

6d ago47:38

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Nik’s riding solo today and gearing us up for Black Friday and beyond. Nik’s breaking down the main four comparison charts sees and explains how comparing your product to its competitors—and even its price point—can teach you a lot about what could be done. How does it stack up? Is everything a fair comparison? Plus, have you ever had a Trader Joe’…

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How to use AI Assistants to Drive More Conversions on Shopify — Saumil Trivedi | How AI Improves the 4 Stages of the Shopping Journey, Why Customers Skip Reading Product Pages, How AI Reduced Support Tickets ... 32:28

16d ago32:28

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In this podcast episode, we discuss how AI assistants can boost conversions for Shopify stores by enhancing product discovery, building trust, and offering multilingual support, all while reducing support load and driving sales. Our featured guest on the show is Saumil Trivedi, Director of Product & India Operations at asklo.ai. Topics discussed in…

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Forget Magic Beans: Equip Your Team to Play to Their Strengths 3:35

1d ago3:35

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Imagine ancient villages constantly at war, each known for their unique strengths: one famous for its blacksmiths and swords, another for its master archers, another for its expert charioteers. Their success depended on leaning into what each village did best—and equipping each warrior accordingly. Fast forward to today: every business has its stre…

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Mastering Business Gaps: Why Hiring the Right Expert Changes Everything 3:41

7d ago3:41

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🛠 Every Business Has a Weak Spot—Here’s How to Strengthen Yours 🛠 Maybe you’re a pro at operations, but marketing isn’t your forte. Or you’ve built a top-notch product and fulfillment process but hit a wall with visibility. When there’s a gap in your team’s skillset, hiring for an area of genius is key. Here’s the catch: hiring the right talent isn…

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Here’s How to Write Job Posts That Stand Out! 🚀 3:51

1d ago3:51

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🔥 How to Write Job Postings that Attract Top Performers 🔥 If you’re on the hunt for superstars—be it sales, marketing, or operations—you need to stand out. Stop with the usual “5 years’ experience, 3 degrees, and a list of duties” stuff. That doesn’t attract A-players. Instead, here’s a simple framework that’ll get the high performers lining up to …

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Safeguarding Your Brand: Strategies To Combat Online Counterfeiting 50:13

2d ago50:13

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Stanley Ference is the Founding Principal Attorney at Ference and Associates. In this episode, Stanley shares his expertise on protecting your brand from counterfeiters and intellectual property theft, addressing three critical areas: Patents and Trademarks Online Marketplace Protection Social Media…

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The Black Friday Email Guide for Real-World Brands 46:14

8d ago46:14

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“Honestly, I think my best customers don’t even look at the discounts. They get the email, see the new pants, and just say, ‘I want them.’” Black Friday: the annual marketing frenzy brands prep for all year. Kurt Elster sits down with Colby Kane of Aviator USA, who has a refreshingly different approach. No cringe sales gimmicks, just a smart, no-no…

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How AI Is Killing the 'Art' of Amazon Ads and Turning it Into a Science — Julian Timings | Common Amazon Seller Ad Mistakes, Why AI Ads Give Sellers an Edge, How Sellers Balance Automation with Control ... 59:53

18d ago59:53

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In this episode, we explore how AI is transforming Amazon advertising from an art into a precise science. Our guest, Julian Timings, co-founder and CTO of Autron.ai, shares insights on how machine learning is automating ad management, freeing up sellers’ time, and maximizing campaign efficiency. With years of experience in e-commerce and AI, Julian…

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Navigating The Future Of UGC And Influencer Marketing 57:33

7d ago57:33

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Danil Saliukov the Co-Founder and CEO Of Insense. In this episode, Danil shares his expertise on navigating the evolving landscape of digital advertising and creator commerce, particularly focusing on: Privacy Changes Creator Economy TikTok Shop Danil shares strategies for adapting to iOS privacy up…

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#345 - Financial Foundations for DTC Success: What E-commerce Founders Need to Know About Tax and Accounting 48:53

7d ago48:53

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Christian Rivera is the founder of The Ecommerce Accountants, a firm that specializes in tax, accounting, and business structuring for e-commerce companies. Their clients include social media marketing agencies, dropshippers, digital marketers, Amazon automation, Amazon FBA, and internet coaches/gurus. In this episode of the DTC POD, Christian expl…

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S10 E2: Metrics, Motion, and More: Creative Analytics Rundown (with Reza Khadjavi, CEO of Motion) 54:25

13d ago54:25

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Do you consider yourself to be creative? Nik’s sitting down with Reza Khadjavi of Motion, the SaaS brand designed to help creatives manage their analytics. When you create for creatives, your marketing and product design HAVE to be top notch—otherwise, it’s pretty embarrassing to be for creatives without being creative. How do you get people to hav…

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Meta Ads Pro Shares Why You’re Not Converting — Marin Ištvanić | Why Facebook Ads Are Getting Tougher In 2025, How to Structure Accounts for Testing, Budget Strategies Scale Ads, How to Set Up Pixel Tracking ... 29:52

23d ago29:52

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In this episode of eCommerce Coffee Break, we dive into the art of structuring Facebook ad accounts for top efficiency with expert insights from Marin Ištvanić, Head of Performance at Inspire Brands Group, inspirebrandsgroup.com. Marin shares strategies for using Facebook’s pixel tracking, testing ad variations, and setting clear metrics. With expe…

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The Shiny Object Syndrome vs. Real Success 2:48

23d ago2:48

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We often hear about the wins, the bold strategies, and the “overnight successes.” But behind every success story lies the less glamorous, essential work—the systems, people, processes, tech, and tools that held it all together. Success isn’t in the flashy strategies alone. It’s in the daily, foundational grind that makes those strategies even possi…

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The Key to Business Growth: Its Not Strategy! 2:46

23d ago2:46

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🌱 What comes first, the system or the strategy? Many believe you need a "winning strategy" to fix all business problems. But here’s the truth: strategy alone won’t cut it without solid systems to support it. ✅ Systems come first. Your systems, people, processes, and tech form the backbone of your business. They allow you to pinpoint issues, adapt q…

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Authentic Connections: How Nift Is Changing The DTC Landscape 29:56

8d ago29:56

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Elery Pfeffer, the CEO and Founder of Nift. In this episode, Elery shares innovative strategies for customer acquisition and retention through strategic gifting, addressing the challenges of rising customer acquisition costs and platform dependence. Key Discussion Points: Breaking free from traditio…

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5 Sales Tax Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Business — Rohit Bhadange | Top 3 Sales Tax Issues for Ecommerce, US Sales Tax Tips for International Sellers, Why Wrong Tax Rates Reduce Conversions 20-30%, Sales ... 29:56

24d ago29:56

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In this episode of eCommerce Coffee Break, we dive into the complex world of sales tax compliance for fast-growing eCommerce businesses. Rohit Bhadange, CEO of Zamp.com, joins the show to share his expertise on how companies can avoid costly tax mistakes, streamline compliance, and manage multi-state tax requirements seamlessly. Rohit also highligh…

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How Downpay Solves Payment Challenges | The Unofficial Shopify Podcast 41:17

23d ago41:17

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"I can't stop talking about partial payment, apparently." – Diana Birsan Co-founder of Downpay and former Shopify Product Manager, Diana Birsan, joins us to break down how she built Downpay, the app that lets merchants offer partial payments for pre-orders, custom-made products, and more. It’s a potential game-changer for stores with long lead time…

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From Concept To Customer: Printful's Blueprint For POD Excellence 51:35

29d ago51:35

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Valts Feldbergs, Senior Partnerships Lead at Printful. In this episode, Valt shares insights on building a successful print-on-demand business and how Printful has become a global leader in the industry. The company serves over 400,000 active customers and fulfills more than 1 million products month…

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#344 - David Protein’s $1,000,000 Week Launch with Cofounder Zach Ranen 51:26

19d ago51:26

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Zach Ranen is the co-founder of David, a protein bar brand which disrupted the market with 50% more calories from protein than any other bar and a groundbreaking dollar-to-protein ratio. In this episode of the DTC POD, Zach shares David's pre-launch and launch strategies, leading to 1M+ dollars in sales in the first week. This includes engaging wit…

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S10 E1: How to Have a Happy Holiday: Marketing and Ops Crossover (with Hattie Gilpin of Wellbel) 52:13

20d ago52:13

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So, what’s YOUR Black Friday strategy? The holiday season is right around the corner. For people in the DTC world, it’s time to gear up, get excited, and get it together. Nik talks to Hattie Gilpin, the Director of Operations at wellness brand Wellbel, about attracting consumer attention via email subject line, discounts, subscriptions, and more. S…

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Forget the Magic Bean: How to Break Through Business Roadblocks 4:25

1M ago4:25

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🏍️ Funny enough, I’m wearing a Triumph Motorcycle t-shirt today, and we’re talking about… ceilings? But I hate the term ceiling. What does that have to do with Triumph Motorcycles, Branden? 🤔 Well, I prefer to think of them as speed bumps instead of ceilings. These are the challenges we hit while growing our businesses. They slow us down, but they …

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How To Communicate With Any Generation 3:15

1M ago3:15

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🗣️ How do you communicate with different generations like Millennials and Gen Z? While I’m not a generational expert, I can tell you one thing that transcends age: Authenticity. 🎯 👉 Whether you're communicating with your customers or leading your team, being genuine, honest, and authentic is what resonates across all generations. It’s not about try…

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I have a marketing problem. 2:35

1M ago2:35

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🚨 "I have a marketing problem." I hear this all the time. But when you pull back the layers, it’s rarely just marketing. Often, the issue touches other key areas—finances, legal, your website, employees, distribution, fulfillment, purchasing, products... the list goes on. 🤔 We’re often pre-programmed to think that if we could just fix our sales or …

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Mastering Global Address Verification: Loqate's AI Technology Is Transforming eCommerce Delivery 43:23

1M ago43:23

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, my guest is Alex Bryan, the Customer Success Manager at Loqate. In this episode, Alex shares his expertise on tackling three critical challenges in ecommerce: Accurate Address Verification International Market Expansion Customer Experience Enhancement Alex reveals strategies for improving delivery accuracy, red…

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Shopify Finance Unveiled: Transforming Money Management For Online Merchants 39:20

16d ago39:20

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane. Today, our guest is Vikram Anreddy serves as the Head of Product for Financial Services at Shopify. In this episode, Vikram shares insights on how Shopify is transforming ecommerce financial management through its comprehensive suite of tools including Shopify Balance, Shopify Capital, Shopify Credit, Shopify Bill Pay…

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How Shopify Built a Financial Hub to Empower Entrepreneurs 42:58

22d ago42:58

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“It’s truly magic. That’s the word I use internally to describe what we’re doing here.” We chat with Vikram Anreddy, Head of Product for Finance at Shopify, about how Shopify is making money management way easier for merchants. Taxes, loans, cash flow—it’s all getting simplified with Shopify Finance, a one-stop shop for all your business finances. …

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