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In this episode, we’re joined by Savannah Zimmer from The Creative Benefit. Savannah is a successful marketing professional with over 15 years of experience and has a proven track record of transforming business goals into actionable, results driven marketing strategies. We discuss low-cost marketing tactics for small businesses, emphasising the importance of staying up-to-date with trends and too...

In this episode, we are joined by Ada Zhao, Founder and CEO of Curated Crowd. Listen in as we discuss the importance of authenticity in business, emphasising the need to stay true to one's values and personality. Ada shares her experience of pivoting Curated Crowd from a crowdfunding platform to a marketplace for independent fashion designers, highlighting the challenges of identifying and showcas...

In this episode, Adam & Vanessa discuss the importance of building an emotional connection with consumers for eCommerce brands. Our guest Vanessa Holfert, a brand consultant and coach, shares her journey from boutique marketing firms to co-founding the highly successful children's brand, Slumberkins. She highlights the significance of trust, relevancy, and authenticity in brand messaging and o...

In this episode, our guest Kate Howard, founder of Monday Digital, delves into the critical aspects of crafting exceptional creative content, the significance of investment for enhancing brand visibility, and the importance of conversion rate optimisation (CRO) for e-commerce success.  Kate shares valuable advice on the power of visibility in scaling businesses and discusses her approach to p...

Want to learn how to leverage the power of user-generated content for your e-commerce business? In this episode, our guest speaker Gingie McLeod, founder of fashion accessories brand SAINT CHIC, shares how UGC helped build her brand's recognition and community.  Tune in to get valuable insights on how to encourage customer sharing, how to build your community, and boost sales through authenti...

This episode focuses on the importance of a customer-first approach in e-commerce.  Adam Smith interviews Amy Riordan, CEO of Sachin & Babi who shares valuable advice she received from her father on focusing on one's own path.  Amy emphasises the importance of putting customers at the heart of the business and leveraging feedback to continuously improve products and experiences.&nbsp...

This episode talks about the importance of understanding the offline customer journey and how it impacts online marketing decisions. This includes understanding consumer behaviors, preferences, and the fact that only 5% of the target market is actively in buying mode at any given time. It also highlights how marketing science and empirical data have revolutionised the field and should be used to d...

In this episode, we are joined by the visionary entrepreneur Fiona Hepher as we explore the dynamic journey of creating a North American marketplace for alcohol-free wine and spirits. From personal anecdotes to insightful business strategies, Fiona shares her experiences and the invaluable advice that has shaped her path in the industry.  Discover the power of community building, the imp...

Our guests on this episode are Holly and Kalila, the co-founders of SheSpot, a first-of-its-kind sexual wellness platform for women.  We discuss the challenges they face with digital marketing restrictions from platforms like Meta, Instagram, and Google due to the sensitive nature of the product, which a lot of businesses face. Holly and Kalila discuss workarounds such as focusing on email ma...

Our guest on this episode is Sarah Fox, a brand marketing consultant and founder of Fox and Fox Agency. Sarah offers fractional CMO services through her agency, providing strategic guidance and coaching to scale businesses. When creating a marketing plan, Sarah advises starting with strategy - understanding the audience, competitors, and what attracts customers, then using this to inform key messa...

In this episode, we're joined by Darcy Laceby, Co-founder of Absolute Collagen, an anti-aging supplement brand. Darcy and her mother Maxine started Absolute Collagen after realising the benefits of collagen for their own well-being. The business has grown significantly and was named one of the fastest-growing companies in the UK. In this episode, Darcy emphasises the importance of customer centric...

In this episode, we're joined by Leo Martin, Co-director of Martin and Simpson, a specialist agency that helps businesses manage, optimise, and advertise on Amazon. From leveraging the platform as a secondary sales channel to navigating PPC strategies to addressing challenges faced by new sellers, Martin shares a comprehensive overview of Amazon selling, marketing strategies, and the ever-changing...

In this episode, we're joined by the CEO of an eCommerce agency called Blend Commerce, Adam Pearce.  We discuss the strategic selection of an eCommerce agency and stress the importance of thorough preparation and identifying specific problems before engaging an agency. Insights include the need to invest in agencies early for small businesses, caution against seeking merely "cost-effective" s...

This podcast episode features the entrepreneurial journey of Cool Crutches, a business specialising in comfortable walking aids. It discusses challenges, resilience, and problem-solving in business. The narrative covers the growth from 100 to 1000 orders through strategic digital marketing, emphasising the importance of understanding business priorities.  They also touch on e-commerce growth,...

In this episode, we're joined by marketing attribution expert, Jill Quick. Jill is an Analytics consultant and trainer at the Coloring in Department. Jill provides an overview of how e-commerce tracking works in GA and emphasises the importance of setting up tracking properly before analysing attribution.  We discuss different attribution models in GA and how attribution can be used different...

In this episode, we're joined by Josh Roche, the founder and CEO of Bulla Co - a Gen Z influencer agency. Josh discusses tips for e-commerce brands to target Gen Z audiences, including using TikTok as a major platform and building communities of engaged followers.  One successful campaign Josh mentioned working with was for H&M Group, generating over 30,000 clicks to a landing page from a...

In this episode, we're joined by Rebecca Hilliard, an eCommerce customer retention management consultant who has over 11 years of experience in this space. She now consults for premium direct-to-consumer brands, helping them understand customer data and leverage it to create strategies for customer retention. We discuss the reasons why customers stop shopping with brands, the importance of underst...

5X Your Business using the power of referral marketing! Are you ready to take your eCom business to the next level? Referral marketing can be a game-changer, and here's why: Imagine if all your customers referred your business to 5 of their friends. The impact on your growth would be incredible. 🔥 Join us as we dive deep into the world of referral marketing with our special guest, Jason Hulott fr...

We delve into the dynamic world of Brand vs performance marketing.  James Bagan, a brand strategist at McCann, shares invaluable advice and personal experiences that have shaped his marketing journey. From understanding the essence of brand marketing to the pivotal role it plays in performance marketing,  In this episode, we explore the delicate balance between these two facets of succes...

Tune in to this episode with Sam from Pineapple Ads where we unravel the art of creating captivating ads that not only halt the scroll but also supercharge your return on ad spend (ROAS) in the world of paid social media advertising. Episode Highlights: Cracking the Code: We kick off by exploring the foundational steps when a brand needs an advertising facelift. The Secret Sauce: Is there a one-si...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Abandoned Cart! In this exciting debut, co-host Adam Smith takes on the role of interviewer as he sits down with his business partner and co-host, Laura Hanlon. Get ready to embark on a journey of insights and revelations as Laura opens up about her incredible experience in growing the eCommerce store, Canvas Creatures, from ground zero to a remarkable £30,000 p...