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The Ultimate Instagram Marketing Guide for Ecommerce Stores
BigCommerce
OCTOBER 3, 2018
On 9 April 2012, the lives of Kevin Systrom and Mike Krieger were about to change forever. That day is… Branding Strategies
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Word Of Mouth Is Less Important For Top-Line Growth Than You Think
Forrester eCommerce
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
Many companies ask their customers “How likely are you to recommend us to a friend?” However, for most brands, advocacy — positive word of mouth — isn’t the key to revenue growth. Retention and enrichment matter much more.
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Long B2C Sales Cycle? Use Content to Power Marketing
Zaius
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
Think about the last time you bought a toothbrush. How long did it take you to decide which toothbrush to buy? Did you research the best toothbrush, read reviews, ask friends and family for their opinion, try the product in-store, and then finally look for the best deal online? Probably not.
Retired Women: Retail’s Savior?
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 26, 2018
By Erica Baird and Karen E. Wagner, Lustre There were more than 2,000 store closings in 2017. And there were more retail bankruptcies than in any year since the 1930s. Economists, sociologists and the media bemoan the economic and social havoc wreaked by retail’s decline.
Realizing ROI in an Omnichannel Rich Retail 4.0 Environment
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Welcome to Retail 4.0. This is the land of opportunity where retailers connect with shoppers and drive sales in a way like never before. With this eBook, you’ll learn about the advanced technologies that are available to create a seamless integrated omnichannel experience.
The Dangers Of Selling On Amazon And Horror Stories From Real Amazon Sellers
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FEBRUARY 19, 2018
Right now, selling on Amazon is almost too easy. All you have to do is find a product with good margins/demand, list it on Amazon, and it will eventually sell because Amazon’s audience and reach is so vast.
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Bad CX Surveys? Not With This Checklist!
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The legendary R&B singer and songwriter Ben E. King got it so right in the Drifters 1960 recording of “This Magic Moment.” The song is timeless because it tells a classic tale of a first kiss. And also captures a moment in time in words and song that reminds us of the power of storytelling, […].
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