DTC

Here Are The 10 Best Ecommerce Apps For 2023

The Shopify app store is home to thousands of independently developed apps for your store that can help you with functionality that expands beyond Shopify’s core product. In this article, we've rounded up the 10 best apps that every store needs in 2023.

Feb 7, 2023

Pia Mikhael

8 Reasons Selling on Amazon is Worth It for Your Brand

In this blog post, you'll find out 8 main reasons why you absolutely should list your products on Amazon and what makes selling on Amazon worth it despite all the downsides.

Feb 6, 2023

Abir Syed

Chris Meade's Biggest DTC Lessons from 2022

Not knowing our numbers inside and out killed us. You need to know your numbers in order to survive in 2023. In this blog post we'll tell you what we did to get through this obstacle and how we solved it.

Feb 3, 2023

Chris Meade

5 AI Tools To Optimize Your eCommerce Shops

With the right AI tools, eCommerce stores can streamline business processes, boost conversions, and improve sales. Here are the top AI tools you can look into.

Feb 2, 2023

Chris Tweten

How To Make Money on Amazon as an Ecommerce Business

More than half of consumers start their product search on Amazon. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to make money on Amazon by utilizing Amazon’s fulfillment services, product reviews, and paid advertising.

Jan 23, 2023

Ilan Nass

9 Brands Using Video in Ecommerce to Drive Sales

Why is video marketing important for ecommerce brands, what are the benefits, and how do leading DTC brands use different types of videos to drive more sales? In this post we’ll cover all of this and more.

Jan 24, 2023

Kaleigh Moore

How to Scale Your Ecommerce Business in 5 Steps

Want to take your brand from 7 figures to 8 figures in 2023? You won’t get there just by changing your ad account structure! In this blog you'll find 5 keys to scaling your ecommerce business that your agency is not telling you.

Jan 6, 2023

Kyle Hunt

The Top 10 Ecommerce Podcasts for 2023

If you’re in the world of DTC – whether that’s in marketing, running your online store, or you’re just an aficionado – you’re in luck. We’ve put together a curated list of the top 10 ecommerce podcasts you’ll want to tune into in 2023. Stick around to the end to find out our absolute favorite picks.

Dec 20, 2022

Kaleena Stroud

👀 Inside a DTC brand acquisition, high-converting TikTok hooks, and more!

In this blog, you'll find a peek inside what it's like acquiring a DTC brand, some TikTok hooks for you to steal, and some free leadership resources from Naval's coach. Powerful.

Nov 17, 2022

Rabah Rahil

23 Advanced eCommerce Marketing Strategies to Maximize ROI

In this post, we'll focus on some of the most effective and advanced eCommerce marketing strategies you can use to boost your business performance, sales, and ROI.

Nov 28, 2022

Colin Dougherty

How to Build an eCommerce Sales Funnel that Converts

A conversion funnel for eCommerce follows the same rule as the customer journey—however, it also contains elements specific to your industry. This can show up as the tools you use to bring potential customers one step further in their buying journey. DTC Shopify merchants who want to grow their eCommerce business need to understand this process, and design a funnel to help them along their way.

Nov 24, 2022

Colin Dougherty

10 DTC People to Follow on Twitter

Twitter can get overwhelming, especially when it comes down to who you should follow, so here’s a list of ten DTC folks you should follow on Twitter.

Oct 23, 2022

Ashley Kim

Increase Your Holiday Checkout Conversions & More with Sustainability 🌳

Sustainability is crucial, but how does it fit into a business model in a way that makes sense? In this article, we'll find how to pair supporting our planet with growing your business.

Oct 23, 2022

Trevor Laudate

How to Build & Sell a Profitable Ecommerce Business

Selling your ecommerce business is your exit strategy should you tire of running your business or itch to move to the next big project. Here’s an overview of what buyers look for when acquiring an ecommerce business.

Oct 20, 2022

Andrew Gazdecki

🚀 How to launch a DTC brand in 2023, unconventional CRO tips, and more!

In this blog there's a step by step walkthrough on how we would start and launch a brand going into 2023, we have some unconventional CRO advice and a fascinating breakdown on Pedialyte's (yes the hangover drink) genius marketing strategy.

Sep 29, 2022

Rabah Rahil

☠️ The Failure of DTC, New TikTok Ads Data, and More

In this blog we have a fascinating thread on the hypothesis that DTC has ‘failed’ as a whole. Then we have an article on some updated TikTok ads data. Finally, we have a guide giving away the secrets to massive LinkedIn growth.

Jul 7, 2022

Rabah Rahil

💵 DTC Cashflow Management Playbook, Zac Efron Enters Ecom, and More!

In this blog we have 16 ways to generate creative marking ideas, we talk about Cashflow Management on your DTC and we have an article about Zac Efron joining L. Catterton’s Kodiak Cakes as Chief Brand Officer.

Jun 16, 2022

Rabah Rahil

✅ CRO Masterclass, DTC Financial Benchmarks, and More

In this blog we have tactics you can use to get your conversion rate up. We have a breakdown of what it was like to attend Apple’s WWDC keynote and an analysis of financial benchmarks for DTC brand.

Jun 9, 2022

Rabah Rahil

📉 DTC During A Recession, The State of TikTok Ads, and More

In this blog, we explore how to use data to grow your ecom business, how your DTC business can navigate the looming recession and we have a deep dive into the current state of TikTok ads.

May 12, 2022

Rabah Rahil

😢 How To Wreck Your Ecom Business, $10M Boostrapping Playbook, New State of The Whale & More

In today's blog we talk about ways to wreck your ecommerce business, how to bootstrap CROSSNET to over $10M and cash flow management for ecommerce businesses.

Mar 11, 2022

Rabah Rahil

No More Tradeoffs: How DTC Brands Can Maintain Resources, Time, and Budget

Every ecommerce business has finite resources, time, and budget when it comes to operations. To improve any area, others must take a hit. In this article, we'll dive into ways brands are using automation across their entire tech stack.

Sep 18, 2022

Tina Donati

How I Sold $238,740 in 24 Hours From an Online Product Launch

Most of my product launches and even just back-in-stock launches are over 6 figures in just one day. Pretty awesome right? I think so too, here is how we did it.

Sep 18, 2022

Ty Sully

🙊 5 DTC Performance Marketing Truths That Sound Like Blasphemies

Today’s essay breakdowns 5 core truths to performance marketing in a fun and delight way.

Jan 4, 2022

Michael Lorenzos

Reflections of a New Boot-Strapped F&B Entrepreneur

In this article, we'll share some thoughts and recommendations for those interested in boot-strapping a food or beverage startup.

Sep 4, 2022

David Jacobowitz

🍿 2022 eCom Predictions, Creative Might Not Be King, $40mm Per Year to DJ, Creative Analysis & More

In today's blog, we'll learn how to perform a quick and robust creative analysis and why creative isn’t always the biggest lever. Our recommended reading has a fantastic essay exploring misery and we'll be wrapping it up with our tip, tool and fact of the week.

Dec 16, 2021

Rabah Rahil

How To Keep A Negative Cash Conversion Cycle

While focusing on growing your brand and marketing, you must focus on building your fin-tech stack. In this article, we'll find the best ways to keep a negative cash conversion cycle.

Aug 24, 2022

Ron Shah

How To Sell Internationally On Shopify

It can be a challenge to set up and manage shop sites in different currencies, tax rates, and shipping methods. In this article, we'll discuss how to sell in multiple countries with Shopify, including some tips and tools to make the process easier.

Aug 23, 2022

Thomas Raynott

🤑 A Simple Formula for High Converting Upsell Offers

While plenty of apps will have you believe you need fancy “AI” product recommendations, it doesn’t have to be complicated. In today’s post we’ll talk about how you can create a simple offer that adds incremental revenue to every sale.

Dec 7, 2021

Shane Rostad

The Impact of SEO on E-Commerce Brands

In this post, we explain how SEO impacts e-commerce brands and the essential elements of a successful strategy.

Aug 5, 2022

John Zacharias

10 eCommerce Trends That Aren't Going Away Anytime Soon

eCommerce trends tend to come and go, but some of them are so impactful that they stick around. Join us as we delve into ten trends that are here to stay.

Jun 15, 2022

Colin Dougherty

The Top Shopify Tools To Use in 2022

For ecommerce brands, one of the main questions many ask as they get started is this: What are the best Shopify apps to use in 2022 for ecommerce?

Jun 13, 2022

Daniel Okon

The 10 Best Shopify Apps To Increase Sales

Overwhelmed by the sheer number of resources in the Spotify App Store? You're not alone. Check out some of our favorite apps to increase sales—and tune out the noise.

Jun 7, 2022

Tim Peckover

🎣 12 Customer Acquisition Strategies For DTC Brands

In order to grow your DTC brand, you need to attract customers. Here are a few ideas to help your customer acquisition strategy.

Jun 3, 2022

Alex Greifeld

How Does eCommerce Work?

The explosive growth in e-commerce shows no signs of stopping. Find out how it works here.

Apr 29, 2022

Rabah Rahil

What Is Headless Ecommerce and What Are the Benefits?

Headless ecommerce is a growing trend in online commerce. Learn the benefits of headless ecommerce and how to implement them here.

Apr 25, 2022

Rabah Rahil

The Ultimate Guide to Big Cartel vs. Shopify

Shopify and Big Cartel are two prominent names if you’re looking for an eCommerce platform. Which is better when comparing Big Cartel vs Shopify? Read on to find out!

Apr 14, 2022

Rabah Rahil

The Pros and Cons of Woocommerce vs. Shopify

Woocommerce and Shopify are the two most popular ecommerce platforms in the world. This article will help you decide which one is right for you.

Apr 11, 2022

Rabah Rahil

What Is Shopify Dropshipping?

Are you thinking about starting an online store? Read on to learn more about Shopify dropshipping to determine if it’s a good fit.

Apr 4, 2022

Rabah Rahil

🌐 Every Minute on the Internet, Shopify's Bet on the Future, Menu Optimization Tips & More

Here’s what you can look forward to in this blog, What does it mean to “exit” your eComm biz? Is your store’s menu optimized? How do you know if investing in SEO is right for your business? What Shopify’s principal engineer believes will be the future of commerce.

Nov 19, 2021

Rabah Rahil

🤔 Why Would HIMS Spend 48% of Its Revenue on Marketing?

Acompany spending 48% of revenue on marketing would spark anyone’s interest. We mocked up a HIMS Triple Whale dash and broke down some scenarios that may help you think about what you’re willing to spend on new-customer acquisition costs.

Nov 16, 2021

Logan Brown

Squid Game Takeover, Netflix + Walmart Collab, Supply Chain Explained, Pretzel Princess & More

Today we have an incredible discussion about the supply chain, we go into the viability of the “drop” strategy closing with Web dropping the hammer on the big brain moves of Walmart + Netflix. As always, we have our fact, tip, tool and question of the week.

Oct 14, 2021

Rabah Rahil

This is The FUTURE of DTC / Ecom Brands W/ Jordan Konkol

In this episode, we sit down with Jordan Konkol from Whale Farm and discuss his incredible journey as a top-level media buyer.