eCommerce MasterPlan

eCommerce MasterPlan

Trying to work out how to acquire more customers? Need to improve customer retention? Or just looking for some reassurance you’re on the right track? That’s what the eCommerce MasterPlan is here for. Every week we interview an e-Commerce business person (owner, manager or marketer) with a fascinating insight into successful online retailing. Their business might be a UK mail order retailer, an online-only store from Australia, or a brick and clicks business from the USA – but every one of them is doing something we can all learn from. Many of our guests are using Shopify & Klaviyo, but we also have guests using Wix, Bigcommerce, Woocommerce, Omnisend and Magento. So you're sure to find an episode that directly helps YOU. Listen for advice on what to do next, the reassurance you’re heading in the right direction and all the inspiration you need to grow your eCommerce business without losing your life in the process! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

  1. 6 DAYS AGO

    Recycling Passion: How Detrash is Disrupting the Watch Industry with Guy Blaskey

    Guy Blaskey is the founder at Detrash watches, where he’s on a mission to both create the most efficient eCommerce company possible AND be a force for good by creating sustainable products and supporting 1% for the planet and Surfers Against Sewage. Guy founded Detrash in January this year and started selling in June exclusively via it’s Shopify store.  Guy was previously on the show talking about his multi-million turnover pet food brand Pooch and Mutt.   Hit PLAY to hear:  Starting a new business with purpose and passion Practicing proactive sustainability The growing trend of ethical consumerism Disrupting industries with sustainable options Why a small team matters for startups    Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [04:43] Enjoys advisory roles, charity work, and entrepreneurship.  [09:11] Watch provokes sustainable conversations and reminders.  [11:22] Greenwashing in FMCG packaging is really annoying.  [13:26] The more people want recycled products, the more businesses are going to get into recycled materials.  [16:54] Tried limited drops, now using dispatch windows.  [21:00] Helped start business with minimal funds, advised caution.  [22:35] Listen to Guy’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/514 Discover Yoast for Shopify >>> https://ecmp.info/yoast-shopify Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    34 min
  2. 21 OCT

    Scaling Smarter: How GiftsOnline4U is Transforming the Gift Business with Asgar Dungarwalla

    Scaling Smarter: How GiftsOnline4U is Transforming the Gift Business with Asgar Dungarwalla    Asgar Dungarwalla is the Founder of GiftsOnline4U, the award winning personalised gift retailer. They sell over 2,500 products via their WooCommerce website, marketplaces, and wholesale to both the B2C and B2B markets. Founded in 2012 they now do £750,000 per year.    Hit PLAY to hear:  Why personalization is key for GiftsOnline4U How Asgar downsized his team to make them more efficient and effective The importance of building strong ties with outsourced teams Streamlining for profitability How to use AI in an eCommerce business    Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [04:55] Personalisation challenges: wrong info from customers, technology issues.  [08:08] Overseas teams are cost-effective and skilled overall.  [12:02] Focus on productivity over growth for better results.  [14:29] Using AI early can increase business productivity.  [17:58] Perplexity AI is a great search engine.  [22:18] Customized gifts using input-based real-time images.  [25:18] Listen to Asgar’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/513 Discover Yoast for Shopify >>> https://ecmp.info/yoast-shopify Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    36 min
  3. 14 OCT

    How Naturisimo is Driving 7-Figure Success in the Clean Beauty Space with Judith Harvey

    Judith Harvey is the eCommerce lead at Naturisimo, the home of ethical beauty. Founded in 2008 they now sell via their Shopify store with 7-figure sales.    Hit PLAY to hear:  Naturisimo’s personalization journey The challenge of maintaining Naturisimo’s identity while promoting the brands they carry How to effectively use brand stories Retaining customers through education and brand association What segmentation can do for your business    Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [05:36] Delivering safe, effective, clean beauty products.  [09:22] Challenges: recruiting, retaining customers; expanding product purchases.  [10:50] Finding product associations to educate and upsell.  [13:15] Balancing brand innovation and customer loyalty.  [19:16] Success based on segmentation.  [20:33] Personalized, journey-based customer engagement and product discovery.  [22:17] Listen to Judith’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/512 Discover Yoast for Shopify >>> https://ecmp.info/yoast-shopify Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    33 min
  4. 7 OCT

    The Human Experience: How to Create Personal Connections in eCommerce with author John Sills

    John Sills is the Author of the ‘leadership book of the year 2023, “The Human Experience: How to make life better for your customers and create a more successful organization”, AND managing partner at The Foundation Growth Consultancy where they help organisations achieve customer led success.    Hit PLAY to hear:  The importance of human experience in eCommerce and what led John to write his book The myths of customer feedback, customer loyalty, and return on investment The cost of poor customer experience How better customer experience can lower your business costs Behaviors and enablers and why you should care about them    Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [05:28] eCommerce, retail, hospitality satisfy more than banking.  [07:39] COVID inspired a book about being human.  [11:11] Feedback surveys focus on superficial customer opinions.  [15:03] Customer loyalty to organizations is often fickle.  [19:04] NHS ensures transparency and engagement with donors.  [22:35] Digital experiences harder to resolve customer issues.  [25:44] Listen to John’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/511 Discover Yoast for Shopify >>> https://ecmp.info/yoast-shopify Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    36 min
  5. 30 SEPT

    Increasing Philip Kingsley’s Profits with Strategic Promotions with Lauren Duncan

    Lauren Duncan is the Head of eCommerce at Philip Kingsley, creators and sellers of Trichological Hair and Scalp products. Founded in the 1950s, Philip Kingsley now sell via their Magento eCommerce store, wholesale via salons and other retailers, and run 2 clinics in London and New York. Their number one Hair Mask sells one unit every 30 seconds worldwide!    Hit PLAY to hear:  The clinical side of Philip Kingsley Digital transformation and its benefits Their promotional strategies that focused on quality over quantity The brand’s gift with purchase optimisation Philip Kingsley’s future plans    Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [06:30] Hair treatment business pivots to digital expansion.  [07:35] New storefront for clinic, subscription assessment, web app.  [14:15] Improving execution and data for better promotions.  [15:58] Elevating promotions through bespoke photo and video.  [18:54] Testing, personalization, and AOV focus increase.  [23:50] Exciting updates on clinical and retail transformation.  [25:04] Listen to Lauren’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/510 Doofinder - Start Your Free Trial >>> https://ecmp.info/doofinder Download our ebook >> https://ecmp.info/ebook "500 Top Tips to Make Your eCommerce Business More Profitable" Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    39 min
  6. 23 SEPT

    Growth Masterclass with ex-Who Gives a Crap Head of Growth Jenna Tanenbaum

    Jenna Tanenbaum was Head of Growth at DTC toilet paper success story Who Gives a Crap for nearly 4 years. And she now runs performance creative and UGC marketing agency Ostrich.    Hit PLAY to hear:  How Jenna got her start in eCommerce What she learned as Head of Growth at WGAC Lots of advice about how to build your business for growthTips for handling content creation challenges today     Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [04:24] Career journey from banking to digital marketing.  [08:30] Who Gives a Crap: Sustainable toilet paper, global impact.  [11:44] Profits can be used in various ways.  [14:50] Strong brand, culture, risk, hiring, empowerment, evolving.  [17:56] Digital marketing dynamics have rapidly evolved.  [21:25] Listen to Jenna’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/509 Doofinder - Start Your Free Trial >>> https://ecmp.info/doofinder Download our ebook >> https://ecmp.info/ebook "500 Top Tips to Make Your eCommerce Business More Profitable" Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    36 min
  7. 16 SEPT

    How Perkies is Empowering Women and Driving Sales with Rosie Mangiarotti

    Rosie Mangiarotti is the founder & CEO at Perkies, creators of innovative undergarments. Founded in 2019, Perkies sells via their Shopify store, Amazon, and wholesale, and is now growing 100% year on year.    Hit PLAY to hear:  Why you should solve real pain points in your business How Perkies adapted and evolved their product line Rosie’s collaboration with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation  The importance of leveraging sales channels Focusing on continuous innovation    Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [04:43] Started business, launched products, inspired by entrepreneurs.  [07:31] Reduced focus on sticky bras, emphasis on nipple covers.  [12:37] Creating realistic, enhancing nipple products for survivors.  [14:16] Empowering women, giving back, problem solver.  [17:32] Early Amazon launch and reviews drive sales.  [21:13] Listen to Rosie’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/508 Doofinder - Start Your Free Trial >>> https://ecmp.info/doofinder Download our ebook >> https://ecmp.info/ebook "500 Top Tips to Make Your eCommerce Business More Profitable" Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    35 min
  8. 9 SEPT

    Achieve 20% YoY Growth with Loyalty Schemes and Email Marketing with Stone Arrow Jewellery

    Nick Feint is the founder at Stone Arrow Jewellery. A multichannel jewellery retailer selling recycled glass jewellery from New Zealand. Founded over 25 years ago they now sell via their own physical and eCommerce stores, as well as wholesale, totalling around $500,000 a year and are growing at a steady annual 20%.    Hit PLAY to hear:  Adaptability in business Turning challenges into opportunities The importance of storytelling, email marketing, and a good loyalty program Leveraging different sales channels Collaboration and teamwork    Key timestamps to dive straight in:  [03:25] Key interview points: retention, wholesale, low carbon.  [07:00] Getting online fever from COVID.  [09:12] Upcycled bottle designs are beautiful and innovative.  [12:06] Exciting shift to recycling in local market.  [14:58] Fashion industry embracing versatile wholesale methods.  [22:17] Encourage additional purchases through loyalty points program.  [23:24] Listen to Nick’s Top Tips!  Full episode notes here: https://ecmp.info/507 Doofinder - Start Your Free Trial >>> https://ecmp.info/doofinder Download our ebook >> https://ecmp.info/ebook "500 Top Tips to Make Your eCommerce Business More Profitable" Download our new ebook... https://ecmp.info/ebook 500 Tips to Increase Your Profits Get all the links and resources we mention & join our email list at https://ecmp.info Love the show? Chloe would love your feedback - leave a review here: https://ecmp.info/review or reply to the episode Q&A on Spotify. Interested in being a Sponsor? go here: https://ecmp.info/sponsor This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

    37 min

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Trying to work out how to acquire more customers? Need to improve customer retention? Or just looking for some reassurance you’re on the right track? That’s what the eCommerce MasterPlan is here for. Every week we interview an e-Commerce business person (owner, manager or marketer) with a fascinating insight into successful online retailing. Their business might be a UK mail order retailer, an online-only store from Australia, or a brick and clicks business from the USA – but every one of them is doing something we can all learn from. Many of our guests are using Shopify & Klaviyo, but we also have guests using Wix, Bigcommerce, Woocommerce, Omnisend and Magento. So you're sure to find an episode that directly helps YOU. Listen for advice on what to do next, the reassurance you’re heading in the right direction and all the inspiration you need to grow your eCommerce business without losing your life in the process! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Spotify Ad Analytics - https://www.spotify.com/us/legal/ad-analytics-privacy-policy/

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