March, 2019

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Overcoming Self Doubt And What It Takes To Make 6 Figures In Ecommerce

My Wife Quit Her Job

Looking back, one of the biggest challenges of starting our ecommerce store was the lack of support. For example in 2007… We had no one to talk to. We had no one to share our experiences with. We had no one to compare strategies with. And to make things worse, most people doubted that we would ever be able to replace my wife’s 6 figure income selling handkerchiefs online.

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Understanding Buyer Motivation: Getting More of Your Ecommerce Customers to Checkout

BigCommerce

Understanding the motivations behind your buyers, how they interact with your ecommerce site, and where they are in terms of…

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Engage Buyers Between Purchases with an Ecommerce Content Strategy

Optimizely

Customer loyalty is everything for ecommerce brands. Getting a buyer to make that second purchase is crucial, as loyal customers are worth up to 10X the value of their first purchase. But, if you don’t keep buyers engaged after their first purchase, it will be harder to get them to shop with you again. That’s where content marketing comes in. If you sell lower ticket items such as toothbrushes, you might not think that content is for you.

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Make No Mistake — Microsoft Is A Security Company Now

Forrester eCommerce

Microsoft has announced support for macOS in its rebranded Microsoft Defender ATP product, taking this product from being an offering that could be considered an add-on for hardening its own operating system to a multiplatform security solution. While this is an early release, it is a clear signal of the investment Microsoft is making to […].

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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This Holiday Marketing Campaign Increased Revenue by 108%

Groove

Executive Summary. How do you make your business stand out on one of the most highly emailed weeks of the year? How do you introduce a new product upgrade to legacy customers, trial users and new prospects? Final Draft, the world's #1 screenwriting software, challenged our team to answer both of these with a goal of surpassing revenue from their 2016 launch of Final Draft 10.

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How to Find the Right Keywords to Rank #1 on Google For

Kissmetrics

Do you want more traffic? Well, who doesn’t? The reason you want more traffic is that you think more traffic equals more revenue. But here is what you’ll learn the hard way… as your traffic goes up, your revenue won’t increase at the same pace. And in many cases, as your traffic goes up, your revenue won’t increase one bit. In other words, if you get the wrong kind of traffic, you’ll find yourself spinning your wheels and becoming frustrated.

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BigCommerce Doubles Down on Headless Commerce with BloomReach, Sitecore, Adobe Experience Manager, and More

BigCommerce

Today, we are excited to announce additional headless heads for ecommerce brands of all sizes as a CMS-agnostic headless checkout…

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Why B2C Branding is Really a Management Tool

Optimizely

This is a guest post from D Branding. Is RedBull the best energy drink? It doesn’t really matter if it’s the best since it’s been the biggest brand in the energy drinks category for 20 years. Why? Because RedBull has built a great brand. What do we mean by that? In 2014, AdAge Magazine wrote about RedBull: “Having a better brand is better than having a better product.” Trader Joe’s won the second year in a row as the American’s favorite grocery retailer on the Dunn

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Use Direct Mail To Get The Attention Of Your Digital-First B2B Buyers

Forrester eCommerce

When was the last time you answered a phone call from a phone number you didn’t recognize or opened an email from an unfamiliar sender? Like, never? Same here. The sad truth about most modern marketing tactics is that they’re too cheap and too easy. When anyone can do it, everyone will — which also […].

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eCommerce Automation: How to Improve Organizational Efficiency

Groove

What is eCommerce Automation? eCommerce automation is a combination of software, processes and mindsets that allow businesses to remove manual action from the order lifecycle. From content distribution to process consolidation, eCommerce automation helps businesses save time and money. Furthermore, this approach reduces redundant tasks and manual workflows to help you focus on moving your business forward.

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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How to Create a Global SEO Strategy

Kissmetrics

As a child, I did everything that most kids did. I played outside with friends, I watched a lot of TV, I loved eating cereal for breakfast, and I went to school. My childhood wasn’t too much different than yours. But there was one thing that was a bit unique. I grew up watching Bloomberg before I went to school. Now, I don’t want you to think I was some child prodigy because I wasn’t.

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Udemy vs Teachable: A Comparison of Online Course Selling Heavyweights

Ecommerce Platforms

So you want to sell courses online? Maybe you have a knack for Adobe Illustrator or like the idea of making money by teaching people photography. One of the great things about the Internet today is that you can take a look at your current skill set and potentially monetize it by becoming an instructor online. But how do you go about building a website and selling these online courses?

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Checkout on Instagram is Coming: What It Is, Why It Matters, and When You Can Get It

BigCommerce

Today, Instagram publicly announced their closed beta for checkout on Instagram in partnership with select ecommerce platforms including BigCommerce.

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6 Ways to Avoid and Improve Email List Fatigue

Optimizely

Email list fatigue is almost inevitable, even if you’re an email marketing magician. Even if you’re sending captivating emails with loads of creative, well-researched content and great graphics, you may reach a point where some customers feel overwhelmed and stop engaging with your messages. Do you know the signs? The first step towards avoiding email list fatigue is to know when it is happening so you can take action.

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The Future of Multi-Vendor Commerce

In this on-demand webinar, discover how Logicbroker’s cutting-edge technology enhances the overall experience for both current and future customers and gain insights into how leveraging our seamless integration process unlocks new dimensions of efficiency and functionality. Plus, learn how our advanced marketplace features are set to revolutionize the way businesses operate, offering opportunities for growth and success within your multi-vendor commerce program.

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Atoms Get Their Revenge At The Intelligent Edge

Forrester eCommerce

My colleagues J.P. Gownder, Craig Le Clair, and I just published the results of a year-long study to answer the question “What happens when digital business systems and physical-world processes come together?” The answer: Atoms get their revenge. By that we mean that so much of our attention has been focused on digital business over […].

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How a Digital eCommerce Agency Works

Groove

If you haven't worked at or with an eCommerce marketing agency before, understanding what we do and how we do it often leads to a number of questions: How does an agency operate? What benefits can an agency offer? How much does an agency cost? Our agency is committed to helping eCommerce businesses grow. To accomplish that, we believe every client needs to understand how an agency functions.

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Every Self Made Millionaire Has This Mindset…Do You?

My Wife Quit Her Job

Are you looking to become wealthy? Do you aspire to be filthy rich? Well chances are you are going about it all wrong. Before you can give yourself a shot at making life changing money, you must first develop the proper mindset. Recently, I had a Facebook Messenger conversation with a reader seeking business advice. He currently works 3 jobs that together require 90 hours per week.

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The Cheapest Possible Way to Launch an Ecommerce Store

Ecommerce Platforms

You've seen (or maybe heard about) the entrepreneurs on Shark Tank. Half of them walk in front of the sharks talking about the hundreds of thousands, or even millions of dollars they have spent on their startup, only to be in a situation where they need more money from the billionaire investors to keep their dreams alive. It may give you a sinking sensation in your stomach, knowing that you would never be able to gather together that type of money or have the collateral to backup that sort of lo

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The B2B Digital Commerce Playbook for Manufacturers

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into four essential ecommerce strategies for manufacturers. Each strategy is backed by a clear vision to ensure your efforts are aligned. Whether you’re a seasoned industry player or a budding digitalization champion, these strategies offer actionable insights to drive success. What will you find in the guide: Overview of how current events and external pressures impact business priorities.

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The State of Influencer Marketing: 10 Influencer Marketing Statistics to Inform Where You Invest

BigCommerce

Over the last two decades, social media has become an integral part of people’s lives—and a crucial way for brands…

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Zaius: The Award-Winning CRM for B2C Marketers

Optimizely

We work hard to help marketers thrive every day at Zaius, but sometimes it’s nice to have that effort recognized. . That’s why we’re so excited to share that Zaius won the award for Best Customer Relationship Management Platform (CRM) at last night’s Marketing Technology Awards 2019. Put on by ClickZ , the award ceremony celebrated a number of top technology brands in marketing, including Salesforce, Seismic, Adobe, and more.

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Apple’s Partnership With Goldman Sachs Will Drive Seismic Shifts In The Banking Industry

Forrester eCommerce

Apple and Goldman Sachs are partnering to deliver a new credit card. The industry seems to be quick to dismiss the partnership, especially the rewards program – but we think they’re missing the bigger picture. There’s an awful lot more at stake here than credit card rewards. The bigger concern for digital banks, traditional banks, […].

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eCommerce Copywriting: How to Create Content That Converts

Groove

What is eCommerce Copywriting? Marketing copywriting has come a long way since the “big idea” days of the Mad Men era. Today's copy still requires strategy and creativity, but for an eCommerce site it ultimately boils down to two key factors: brand consistency and SEO. Both disciplines are equally important, but each requires unique tactics and skills to successfully implement.

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The Circular Product Journey: Powering a Sustainable, Data-Driven Future With PIM

The linear flow of make > use > dispose is unsustainable. Not only is it at odds with the realities of modern society, but it also fails to meet evolving demands from consumers and regulators. Linear is out. Circular is in. Going circular is not an overnight switch. It requires forward planning and data-driven decision-making. In this ebook, you’ll see how the right technology can help brands and manufacturers secure the product data governance they need to power this circular transition.

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Why You Need A Fulfillment Center And My Top 3PL Picks For 2019

My Wife Quit Her Job

One of the biggest challenges with running an ecommerce business is finding an efficient and inexpensive way to deliver your goods to the end customer. Unlike digital products which can be delivered via download or email, a physical product must be shipped using a carrier like USPS, FedEx or UPS. But just because you sell physical products online does not mean that you have to store your own inventory and ship out your own products.

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What You Need to Know for an Ecommerce Website Redesign in 2019

Ecommerce Platforms

Is this the year you’re going to redesign your ecommerce website? If it’s been a few years since you have, then you need to know that a lot has changed. It almost goes without saying that a modern ecommerce site has to be designed for mobile first, as most that I work with now get 70% or more of their traffic from mobile devices. However that’s just a starting point—there are a lot of subtleties to consider if you want to your site to convert users into customers.

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How To Sell T-Shirts Online And Actually Make a Profit

BigCommerce

People love t-shirts. They can make your entire outfit pop, help you make a statement, or be a conversation starter.

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Measuring Ecommerce Ad Attribution for Maximum Impact

Optimizely

When it comes to ad attribution across channels like Facebook, Instagram, and Google, many marketers only look at cost-per-click (CPC). They get excited by the number of clicks on their ads, invest more in the channels that led to the most clicks, and consider their job done. But do you know how many of those clicks actually led to revenue? Up to 98% of visitors to your site will not buy on their first visit , so lots of clicks on an ad does not mean that your marketing campaigns are a success.

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Predictions You Can Rely On: How Data Drives Successful Financial Forecasting

Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence

In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.

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Tech Titans Google And Microsoft Are Transforming Cybersecurity

Forrester eCommerce

Last April, we outlined how the “Tech Titans” (Amazon, Google, and Microsoft) were poised to change the cybersecurity landscape by introducing a new model for enterprises to consume cyber security solutions. Security has long been delivered as siloed solutions located on-premise. These solutions were hard to buy, hard to use, and existed in siloes. Security […].

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How to Make Social Commerce the Key to Unlocking Customer Loyalty

Omnisend

The average US millennial spends more than eleven hours a day consuming media. They’re well versed in moving from one app to another and are ambivalent about which platforms they perform actions on. As a result, there are more and more digital spaces becoming vital sales channels. Nearly 25% of business owners are selling through Read more The post How to Make Social Commerce the Key to Unlocking Customer Loyalty appeared first on Ecommerce Marketing Automation | Omnisend.

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Transactions to interactions: how Carnival is disrupting the travel industry [video]

GetElastic

The Get Elastic team was recently down in Miami at The Carnival Experience Center and caught up with John Padgett, Chief Experience and Innovation Officer of Carnival Corporation and Sal Visca, Chief Technology Officer of Elastic Path. During the visit, we were able to capture a captivating conversation with Padgett and Visca where they discussed how Carnival is transforming cruise vacationing into seamless interactions to create an experience unlike any other.

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60 Amazing Online Clothing Stores and Their UX Tricks You Should Steal

Ecommerce Platforms

There are plenty of inspirational clothing stores and these 60 were chosen for their clean design, great UX or creative products. While in a brick and mortar store the assistant can help people entering the store to decide what to buy, in the online world it’s completely different. 90% of visitors want to see great design paired with awesome products, easy-to-read fonts (but matching the overall design!

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.