Explore every episode of the podcast The E-commerce Leader: Strategies For Shopify Store Owners
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| Cultivating Community around your Brand with Jaimee Vilela | 17 Mar 2025 | 00:41:41 | |
๐ก "Brand is what people say about you when you're not in the room."ย Join me and this week's special guest, Jaimee Vilela - the visionary behind Cooki Haircare.ย Jaimee is an expert onย e-commerce, brand marketing and publishing, and is a repeat guest on the show...because she's that good! ๐ง Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the trueย power of branding.ย ๐๏ธ A few highlights from our discussion:
And more! Including nailing your niche and how it can lead to massive growth. Don't miss this episode! ๐ย Connect withย Jaimee here:ย www.linkedin.com/in/jaimee-vilela Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? ย | |||
| Building Relationships Through Email with Jason Donapel | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:30:36 | |
๐ง Are you still using the same old email tactics? It's time for a change! This week's episode will help you learn how to connect with your audience like never before. My special guest is an email marketing guru, Jason Donapel of The Email Experience.ย Join us for a lively conversation about:
And much more! Tune in and discover how hyper-personalized customer journeys are the path to email marketing success.ย Connect with Jason here:ย Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| Transformative AI for Email Marketing with Daniel Budai | 03 Mar 2025 | 00:32:36 | |
๐ Would you like to add millions of ad-free revenue to your business? Dumb question, right? My guest this week is Daniel Budai of Budai Media.ย Join us toย learn how leveraging AIย in your email marketing and creating hyper-personalized customer journeys will balloon your revenue, quickly! Sneak Preview of Top Tips:
This episode is packed with incredible success stories and underutilized strategies that can help you take your business to the next level.ย Connect with Daniel here:ย Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| AI-Powered E-Commerce: Enhance Your SEO Strategy with Haley Swank | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:28:54 | |
My guest this week is Haley Swank, EVP ofย Ekom.ai, a company at the forefront of integrating AI with SEO.ย Join us for a fascinating conversation on how AI is revolutionizing e-commerce! We discuss the importance of commercial intent in content strategy, the shift from category pages to individual product pages, and how Ekom.aiย is leveraging real-time data to create dynamic, adaptive content that drives sales. Tune in for all the latest on:
Connect with Haley and try an Ekom.ai demo here:ย Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? ย | |||
| Creating Content that Connects with Cathy Yoder | 17 Feb 2025 | 00:28:22 | |
This week's special guest is Cathy Yoder, an accidental entrepreneur who transformed the necessity of cooking for a large family into a thriving online business. From starting a coupon blog in 2008 to exploding on YouTube with her air fryer recipes, Cathy has many valuable lessonsย to share with us! In this episode, weย explore:
Whether you're an aspiring content creator or an established business owner, Cathy's story is packed withย great takeaways that can help you grow your brand and connect with your audience. Connect with Cathy at https://cathyyoder.com/homeย orย https://empoweredcooks.comย Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? ย | |||
| The Power of Consumer Feedback: Elevate Your Game with Justin Chen | 11 Feb 2025 | 00:27:22 | |
๐ก Ever wondered why your product isn't selling? Tune in to our latest episode where Kyle interviews Justin Chen, Co-Founder of PickFu. Think of PickFu as a digital focus group that provides real consumer feedbackย on your product offerings.ย After all, it's not what you think about your products - it's about what appeals to the consumer.ย ๐๏ธ Join us for the enlightening conversation and discover how to gather consumer insights and improve yourย product listings *before* you waste money on costly mistakes. PickFu can help you test your product design, images, packaging and marketing strategies before going live.ย Or if you're already live, PickFu can provide priceless feedback on the changes you need to make to optimize your listings. Learn more about PickFu here:ย Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| 10 Common Shopify Mistakes and How to Fix Them | 03 Feb 2025 | 00:17:25 | |
In this episode we dive deep into the common mistakes Shopify store owners make and how to fix them. If you're struggling to closeย sales in your store, we've gotย 10 ideas to get things moving! A few sneak previews:
For a free Shopify site speed audit, visit our blog: Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? Recommended Apps: Loox for Reviews:ย https://loox.io/app/omnirocket Klaviyo for Email & SMS: https://bit.ly/klaviyopartner | |||
| Quick Ways to Go Out of Business: with Harold Anderson | 16 Dec 2024 | 00:38:00 | |
How would you like to save loads of time and money by learning from the mistakes of others?ย We think there's nothing moreย valuable in the e-commerce space than lessons from the trenches, and that's exactly what we dove into in this week's episode. Join us for our interview with Anderson CFO'sย Harold Anderson, a seasoned CPG and e-commerce veteran. Harold shared someย helpfulย insights that can help you avoid common pitfalls in the industry. Here are a few takeaways from our conversation: Understand Your Customers First: One of the most powerful quotes we discussed was from Seth Godin: "Don't find customers for your products, find products for your customers." Get Professional Help: Harold emphasized the importance of not trying to navigate the e-commerce landscape alone. Just like you wouldn't build a house without a contractor, you shouldn't attempt to launch your online business without expert guidance. Know Your Costs: One of the biggest mistakes e-commerce brands make is not fully understanding the cost structures involved in selling on marketplaces. From referral fees to shipping costs, it's crucial to break down all expenses to ensure your business remains profitable. If you're looking to thrive in the e-commerce space,ย Harold's advice willย set you on the right path. ย Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| Capture and Convert Your Holiday Traffic: With Opensend's Bradley Johnston | 07 Dec 2024 | 00:26:36 | |
๐ก Did you know that 97% of internet traffic is anonymous?ย This holiday season, we want to help you capture and convert some of that anonymous traffic.ย ๐ In this episode, we interview Bradley Johnston of Opensend and exploreย how their platform can help you capture those elusive visitors and transform them into revenue-generating leads!ย Think of Opensendย as an email acquisition and retention tool, but also a safeguard for your ad-spend. You've invested so much money to drive people to your site; wouldn't it be brilliant to identifyย and convert every engaged visitor? If you're ready to take your multi-channel marketing to the next level,ย we highly recommend checking out Opensend.ย โ Book a demo: https://bit.ly/opensenddemo Connect with Bradley at bradley@opensend.com Need personalized help with your Shopify store? Book a complimentary chat with us: Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly?ย ย Subscribe to our newsletter:ย | |||
| Sales Tax Simplified: Essential Tips with Lahari Neelapareddy | 26 Nov 2024 | 00:28:43 | |
Join us for a topic that often gets overlooked in the e-commerce world: sales tax compliance. We had the pleasure of hosting Lahari Neelapareddyย from Tax Hero, and trust us, this episode is packed with valuable insights every e-commerce seller needs to hear.ย Sneak peeks:
Don't let sales tax compliance be a headacheโget informed and stay ahead of the game! Need sales tax help? Connect with Lahari at lahari@taxhero.net See where you stand in each state with this valuable free resource from Tax Hero:ย https://tinyurl.com/TaxHeroNexus Need personalized help with your Shopify store? We'd love to brainstorm with you. Book a complimentary chat with us: Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly?ย ย Subscribe to our newsletter:ย | |||
| Black Friday / Cyber Monday Success: Maximizing Your Holiday Sales | 13 Nov 2024 | 00:22:11 | |
It's the most wonderful time of the retail year! Join us as we break down strategies for maximizing your sales during the upcoming Black Friday and Cyber Monday events. As we gear up for this crucial shopping season,ย consider these episode previews that can help you elevate your brand and boost your sales:
Tune into the full episode for all the details on how to think differently about your holiday marketing strategies! ๐ Need personalized help on any aspect of your store?ย Book a complimentary call and we'll brainstorm together what yourย business needs. Book a chat with us:https://bit.ly/omnirocketcall Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly?ย ย Subscribe to our newsletter:https://www.omnirocket.com/signup | |||
| Unleashing Post-Purchase Potential: Boost your AOV with Eric Haim | 08 Nov 2024 | 00:17:43 | |
This week we interviewed Eric Haim, the founder of Reconvert, an innovative tool designed to boost average order value (AOV) for E-Commerce sellers. We delved into a highly effective yet often overlooked tactic: the post-purchase offer. Eric shared his extensive experience in the e-commerce space, highlighting how post-purchase offers can significantly enhance revenue. We discussed the surprising effectiveness of placing upsell offers after a customer has completed their purchase, rather than before. Throughout our conversation, Eric provided valuable insights into best practices for optimizing the thank you page and post-purchase experience. Eric also introduced the features of Reconvert, which allows merchants to customize their post-purchase offers and track performance metrics. This episode is packed with actionable tips and strategies for e-commerce entrepreneurs looking to maximize their revenue potential. We highly recommend checking out Reconvert and implementing post-purchase offers in your strategy!ย ย Grab the app here:ย Reconvert.io Need personalized help on your post-purchase strategy or any element of your Shopify store?ย Book a complimentary with us and we'll give honest feedback on your site, and brainstorm together what's needed to optimize your store.ย Book a chat with us:ย https://bit.ly/omnirocketcall Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly?ย ย Subscribe to our newsletter:https://www.omnirocket.com/signup ย | |||
| From Zero to Sales: Effective Marketing Tactics for New E-commerce Ventures | 01 Nov 2024 | 00:28:29 | |
In this episode we chatted with theย amazingย Nikki Lindgren from Pennock Co. Nikki is an e-commerce marketing expert, particularly in theย beauty category.ย Join us as we dive deep into challenges and strategies for e-commerce brands, especially those just starting out. If you're under $2 million in revenue and looking to gain traction, this episode is a must-listen! 3 importantย takeaways:
Nikki's expertise in the eCommerce space is invaluable, and we believe her insights will help you navigate the complexitiesย of today's marketing landscape.ย As a special offer, Nikki is providing a unique opportunity for our listeners. If you mention The E-Commerce Leader podcast when reaching out to her,ย you could qualify for $10,000 in media spendย to help kickstart your marketing efforts!ย Connect with Nikki atย https://www.pennock.co/contact-pennock.ย Need some personalized help with your Shopify store?ย Book a call with us. We'll provide honest feedback on your site and brainstorm together how to best optimize it.ย No gimmicks - just help. Book a chat with us:ย https://bit.ly/omnirocketcall Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly?ย ย | |||
| The Art of Branding: An Interview with Jaimee Vilela | 21 Oct 2024 | 00:27:56 | |
๐ Ready to take your e-Commerce brand to the next level? Join us for the latest episode as Jaimee Vilela shares her incredible journey of transforming Cooki Haircare from 4 orders a day to over 130! ๐ก Jaimee's advice? Resist the urge to make the brand in your own image. Instead, find your niche and stay true to your audience. Discover how she navigated the challenges of rebranding Cooki while keeping her loyal customers in mind! Use promo code LEADER20 for 20% off your Cooki Haircare order. Need objective feedback on your branding?ย We'd love to help. We'll give honest feedback on yourย store and brainstorm together how to best optimize it. Book a chat with us:ย https://bit.ly/omnirocketcall Want pro e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly?ย ย | |||
| Creative Copywriting: Crafting Compelling Narratives for E-Commerce | 14 Oct 2024 | 00:25:11 | |
Ready to elevate your copywriting game? It's all about compelling narratives. Join us for a conversation full of actionable items any business owner can learn. We share insights from the must-read Becoming Trader Joe by Joe Coloumbe, and explore how creative storytelling can make your products irresistible and help your business stand out. Donโt miss out on these game-changing tips!ย Need personalized help? Book a chat with us: Subscribe to our newsletter:ย | |||
| Are You Wasting Money on Ads? An Interview with Jeff Greenfield | 27 Sep 2024 | 00:29:30 | |
This week we have an incredible interview with Jeff Greenfield, the co-founder and CEO of Provalytics. Jeff is a true innovator in the field of analytics and attribution, and he shared some powerful insights that every digital marketer should consider. Here are some key takeaways you wonโt want to miss:
Plus, Jeff has generously provided some fantastic resources for our listeners,ย so be sure to grab them here: Provalytics 2025 Playbook Need some personalized help with your Shopify store? We're here to help. Book a complimentary chat with us: Subscribe to our newsletter: | |||
| From Browsers to Buyers: Optimize Your Conversion Rate | 20 Sep 2024 | 00:30:41 | |
๐ Did you know the average conversion rate across all Shopify sites is just 1.4%? ๐ฑ. ย In this episode we discuss how even the smallest tweaks can lead to significant gains. Whether you're sitting at a low 1.4% or soaring at 5.7%, the key is to continuously evaluate and implement strategies that move the needle.The universal truth of conversion rate optimization is that there's always room for improvement! Remember, it's not about where you are now, but where you can go! Tune in now as weย explore how to improve your conversion rates and stand out in the crowded e-commerce space. Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย Book a complimentary chat with us: Subscribe to our newsletter: ย | |||
| How to Be a Bad Client | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:29:24 | |
๐๏ธ We're all about awkward conversations. Rather than avoid them, let's embrace them! In our latest episode, we dive into the mindsets that can limit your success as a coaching client and show you how to overcome them. Sneak Preview: Are you stuck in a "vampire mindset"? Do you have unrealistic expectations? Feeling overwhelmed by all the information out there? If you want to maximize your e-commerceย coaching relationship, tune into the latest episode and learn how to avoid 11 mindsets that can limit your business growth. Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| The 3 Most Important Apps for Every Shopify Store | 03 Sep 2024 | 00:22:16 | |
There are literally thousands of apps to choose from within your Shopify store.ย But which ones are really essential?ย ย In this episode we each share our top three picks plus some bonus selections.ย We alsoย discuss insights on how toย select apps that align with your business goals as well as the value of excellent customer support from app providers. Grab these apps for your store today: https://loox.io/app/omnirocket https://platform.shoffi.app/r/rl_oXju6THh Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? ย | |||
| Unveiling the Top 5 ROI-Driven Sales Channels in 2024 | 13 Aug 2024 | 00:27:45 | |
In this episode we delve into the results of a recent HubSpot marketing survey that highlighted the top ROI-driven sales channels for 2024.ย We were totally shocked by the most profitable sales channel and think you will be too.ย Listen up for valuable insights into the evolving landscape of digital marketing and the importance of adapting to new trends to stay ahead of the curve.ย Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? ย | |||
| Top 10 Challenges For Shopify Stores | 28 Jun 2024 | 00:45:21 | |
In this episode, we tackle the Top 10 Challenges Shopify store owners face and show you how to overcome them.ย You can do this! Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| 5 Steps to Shopify Success | 21 Jun 2024 | 00:34:13 | |
Looking for a clear path to win on Shopify?ย We chart the course for you with 5ย essential action items for a successful store. Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| Unlocking Hidden Revenue Streams for Your Shopify Store | 17 May 2024 | 00:36:10 | |
In this episode, we discuss different ideas you can bolt on to your core offerings to drive additional revenue.ย There are multiple unconventional revenueย streams that you probably haven't thought of.ย Have a listen to learn how you can quickly and easily increase your Shopify store's profitability! Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| Our Clients are Crushing it with Contests | 10 May 2024 | 00:27:07 | |
In this episode, we share how one recent contest finished with over 100,000 entries and how contests can be a powerful part of your lead generation for e-commerce.ย ย Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| Lifetimely - Ten Reasons It's Awesome | 11 Apr 2024 | 00:35:31 | |
Season 5 begins with a new co-host - Kyle Hamar!ย In this conversation we discuss Lifetimely, an app that many of our clients use because it provides deep insight into your marketing numbers. Learn more about theย essential tool in this deep dive episode. Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| 6 Vital questions for your eCommerce business end of year review | 11 Jan 2024 | ||
The year is winding down, and as an e-commerce brand owner, it's time to take a deep breath and dive into your annual review. Need personalized help with your Shopify store?ย ย Want pro tips delivered to your inbox weekly? | |||
| 4 Things Every Email Welcome Series Needs โ Tip Of The Week | 08 Jan 2024 | ||
The Welcome Email Series is a powerful way to automate email marketing. In this video we discuss 4 elements that need to be in your email welcome series. Want e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? Sign up for our newsletter: | |||
| 3 Key Annual Business Review Questions to Power You into 2024 | 03 Jan 2024 | ||
As you look back on the year youโve just finished,, conducting an annual business review is crucial for every e-commerce entrepreneur. Want pro-tips delivered to your inbox weekly? Subscribe to our newsletter: | |||
| Packaging Tips For e-Commerce Sellers โ Tip Of The Week | 01 Jan 2024 | ||
This week we discuss how to create high quality packaging for your e-commerce business. Understand the impact and benefit of spending time and effort on your product packaging. Want e-commerce tips delivered to your inbox weekly? Sign up for our newsletter: | |||
| Surviving The Product Search Wars โ Amazon Vs. Google โ Tip Of The Week | 01 Jan 2024 | ||
In this weekโs Tip Of The Week video, we discuss a recent survey that helps clarify the answer for us โ and gives us insight into changes in the e-commerce landscape and how to survive the product search wars as an online seller.
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| Launching Your 1st Private Label Product | 14 Dec 2023 | ||
The allure of private label products for e-commerce brand owners is undeniable. Imagine owning a product from concept to completion, tailored to your specific brand identity and customer base, with the potential for higher profit margins and control over the entire customer experience.
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| Pre-Launch for Your 1st Private Label Product | 12 Dec 2023 | ||
Launching your first private label product is an exciting step in your e-commerce journey. But before you hit that "publish" button, there's crucial groundwork to lay.
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| Social Contests For Massive Traffic โ Training Updates And Strategies โ Tip Of The Week | 11 Dec 2023 | ||
Tip Of The Week: Earlier this week Kyle and I sat down to discuss Pinterest and Shopify and how they can be used together for e-commerce success.
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| Master Contract Manufacturing: How to Get Your 1st Amazon Product Mass produced | 05 Dec 2023 | ||
As an e-commerce brand owner, you may have a fantastic product idea that you're eager to share with the world. However, before you can launch your product on Amazon and start reaping the rewards of your entrepreneurial spirit, you need to find a reliable and efficient contract manufacturing partner to bring your vision to life.
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| Maximum Traffic From Minimum Content โ Tip Of The Week | 04 Dec 2023 | ||
In this week's video Kyle and I discuss how to get maximum traffic from minimum blog content using 3 tools. We share specific examples that we are using to grow one of our brands.
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| Brand Power: How to Create a Strong Identity and Packaging for Your First Amazon Brand | 30 Nov 2023 | ||
In today's competitive e-commerce landscape, creating a strong brand identity is essential for success. This is especially true for businesses selling on Amazon, where there are millions of products competing for attention.
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| Sourcing & Launching your first branded product in 5 Steps | 16 Nov 2023 | ||
Sourcing and launching your first branded product can be a daunting task, but it's also incredibly rewarding.
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| 14 Methods To Maximize E-commerce Profits โ Free Report โ Tip Of The Week | 13 Nov 2023 | ||
In this weekโs Tip Of The Week video we discuss our recent webinar, From Amazon To Shopify.
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| Amazon Antitrust Lawsuit โ How Will this affect Me as a Seller? | 09 Nov 2023 | ||
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently filed an antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that the company has abused its market dominance to stifle competition and harm consumers.
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| Amazon Lawsuit โ Why is the FTC accusing Amazon? Does it Matter? | 07 Nov 2023 | ||
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed a lawsuit against Amazon in September 2023, accusing the e-commerce giant of abusing its market dominance to stifle competition.
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| Lessons from Hormozi $100M Leads Book Launch | 06 Nov 2023 | ||
In his book $100M Leads, Alex Hormozi shares his proven strategies for generating leads and converting them into customers.
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| Lessons from Hormozi $100M Leads Book | 12 Oct 2023 | ||
In his book $100M Leads, Alex Hormozi shares his proven strategies for generating leads and converting them into customers.
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| The Out Of Stock Shopify App That Can Make You Money Automatically โ Tip Of The Week | 09 Oct 2023 | ||
Can Shopify sellers profit when they are out of stock? Yes! In this week's Tip Of The Week we explain how that works.
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| To Keep or Discontinue a Product โ How Do You Decide? | 05 Oct 2023 | ||
As an e-commerce brand owner, you may face the difficult decision of whether or not to keep or discontinue a product. There are a number of factors to consider when making this decision, including the product's profitability, sales performance, and market potential.
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| Walmart Surpasses eBay In E-commerce Sales โ Tip Of The Week | 02 Oct 2023 | ||
In today's Tip Of The Week we discuss the breaking news that Walmart.com has surpassed eBay to become the 2nd largest e-commerce seller in the United States. We break down the numbers and details.
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| Quitting a side hustle โ Should You Cut Your Special Project? | 28 Sep 2023 | ||
Starting a side hustle can be a great way to make extra money, pursue your passions, or test out a new business idea. But what happens when you're ready to move on? Should you quit your side hustle, or should you keep it going?
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| 3 Books On Email Marketing You Should Read โ Tip Of The Week | 25 Sep 2023 | ||
If you are brand new to email marketing or just looking for some fresh perspectives, these three resources will be the perfect additions to your reading list.
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| The 10 Unstoppable Negotiation Tactics For E-commerce Sellers | 21 Sep 2023 | ||
Negotiation is a key skill for e-commerce sellers. It's how you'll get the best deals with suppliers, customers, and other businesses. If you can negotiate effectively, you'll be able to save money, increase profits, and grow your business more quickly.
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| Using Shiny Object Syndrome To Your Advantage โ Tip Of The Week | 18 Sep 2023 | ||
In this video we discuss the massive opportunity Shopify sellers have to sell on Walmart.com and how to set it up.
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| The 10 Unbeatable Negotiation Tactics in Business | 14 Sep 2023 | ||
Negotiation is a skill that is essential for success in business. Whether you're negotiating a contract with a supplier, a salary with a potential employer, or a price with a customer, knowing how to negotiate effectively can give you a significant advantage.
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