In this EcomCrew Podcast episode, Daniel and I delve deep into the world of email marketing and retention marketing in the e-commerce industry. We share our their experiences and insights on why email marketing remains an essential tool for businesses, despite predictions of its decline.
We also touch on the importance of building community and trust with customers, and show successful examples of companies using email and SMS marketing effectively, as well as the potential of loyalty programs to drive business growth.
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Email marketing has proven to be a powerful tool in the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce.
It is crucial for businesses to create engaging content and focus on building trust, community, and lasting relationships with their customers. With that being said, companies should also concentrate on customer retention and repeat purchases by leveraging effective email and SMS marketing strategies and implementing well-designed loyalty programs.
Successful loyalty programs not only boost customer engagement and sales but can also significantly raise the company's valuation. Businesses should look to learn from the successes of established brands with effective loyalty programs and adapt their strategies accordingly.
I want to thank Daniel for taking time out of his busy schedule to discuss the landscape and future of email marketing.
If you want to know more about Daniel and his business, check out the links on his site and his podcast below.
Lastly, don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoyed this episode.
Until the next one, happy selling!
In this EcomCrew Podcast episode, Daniel and I delve deep into the world of email marketing and retention marketing in the e-commerce industry. We share our their experiences and insights on why email marketing remains an essential tool for businesses, despite predictions of its decline.
We also touch on the importance of building community and trust with customers, and show successful examples of companies using email and SMS marketing effectively, as well as the potential of loyalty programs to drive business growth.
Timestamps:
Email marketing has proven to be a powerful tool in the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce.
It is crucial for businesses to create engaging content and focus on building trust, community, and lasting relationships with their customers. With that being said, companies should also concentrate on customer retention and repeat purchases by leveraging effective email and SMS marketing strategies and implementing well-designed loyalty programs.
Successful loyalty programs not only boost customer engagement and sales but can also significantly raise the company's valuation. Businesses should look to learn from the successes of established brands with effective loyalty programs and adapt their strategies accordingly.
I want to thank Daniel for taking time out of his busy schedule to discuss the landscape and future of email marketing.
If you want to know more about Daniel and his business, check out the links on his site and his podcast below.
Lastly, don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoyed this episode.
Until the next one, happy selling!
In today's episode, Jake is back to discuss the findings from their annual State of the Amazon Seller Report; on topics like Amazon Seller Profitability, the effect of tariffs and freight costs on sourcing decisions, the changing landscape of Amazon advertising, and the importance of diversifying your online presence.
This comprehensive report surveys more than 2,000 Amazon sellers, providing critical insights into the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the industry.
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I want to thank Jake for joining me for this very insightful episode.
If you want to dig deeper, check out the full 2023 State of the Amazon Seller Report here.
Lastly, don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoyed this episode. Until the next one, happy selling!
With Seller Summit 2023 coming up in May, Mike and Steve Chou reflect on the value of events, revisit some of their favorite memories, and how its impacted their lives in more ways than one.
Masterminds are one of my favorite segments of a live event. Whether it be EcommerceFuel, Seller Summit, or whatever event that takes place, Masterminds give everyone an opportunity to voice out their problems and get actionable advice from a like-minded group of people.
Steve and I first met during Andrew Youderian's event, at a Mastermind where Steve asked the table for a critique of his website, and we've been friends ever since then.
This episode is more of a fun recap rather than an actionable advisory, but there's a few takeaways to learn from this episode. You'll learn about
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Lots of thanks to Steve for doing this episode with me. If you're thinking about going to Seller Summit, here's a link with a special discount code for Ecomcrew listeners. You can check out all of Steve's other awesome stuff over on mywifequitherjob.com.
If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes. Until the next one. Happy selling!
Dave talks about his recent experience traveling back to China after three years of lockdown, from airport and visa requirements, things to do for ecommerce sellers, and cultural shifts.
China, the factory of the world, has once again opened its doors to foreigners after several years of lockdowns and COVID restrictions.
Fortunately for EcomCrew listeners, Dave just came back from his first trip to China post-COVID, and he’ll be sharing some of the biggest changes you want to take note of when planning your own trip down south soon.
This episode will cover things like China’s current rules regarding old and new visas, practical tips for navigating customs and other travel requirements, and a few changes you might notice when in China.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
01:23 – China has started honoring old visas; How to secure new visas
04:09 – Flights to China are extremely expensive
05:57 – You need an online customs declaration when entering/exiting China
08:37 – Need-to-knows about COVID tests, vaccinations, and masking
11:15 – Should you head over to China for trade shows in the Spring?
13:26 – Big changes for foreigners traveling to China over the past three years
20:04 – Odd and fun things you’ll notice when heading back to China this year
22:02 – Overall attitudes towards the west and Xi Jinping
24:40 – Final thoughts on going back to China
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We hope this episode helps you strategically prepare and make the most out of your upcoming trip to China. Please do leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy this kind of content.
Happy selling, and we’ll see you in the next one!