Episode #1423
E-commerce Is Changing. Here’s How to Prepare.
June 24, 2020

In episode #1423, we talk about how e-commerce is changing and what you can do to prepare. It’s not only the big players like Amazon who are doing well, it is the one-product e-commerce stores that are having a moment right now. Tune in to hear how you can keep your customers happy even when you run out of inventory! 

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:25] Today’s topic: E-Commerce is Changing: Here’s How To Prepare. 
  • [00:51] If you’re just starting, opt for Shopify—they’re doing great right now. 
  • [01:03] At the moment, every day is Black Friday with Shopify!
  • [01:14] What’s doing well right now are one-product e-commerce stores. 
  • [01:47] Google covid19.within.co to see how e-commerce is performing right now.
  • [02:21] Ensure that you have your inventory and a strong supply chain.
  • [02:40] Don’t be afraid of spending money on conversion rate optimization.
  • [03:14] Google Ads and Facebook Ads will go up and become more expensive over time.  
  • [03:29] Optimize your funnel by offering something else on your thank-you page. 
  • [04:09] Avoid running out of inventory and what to do if that happens. 
  • [04:26] Think about also offering subscriptions in your e-commerce business.
  • [05:43] Look at railroad traffic: how often goods are being transported across the US. 
  • [05:53] That’s it for today!
  • [05:54] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information.

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Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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Amazon 

covid19.within.co

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