Secrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce Brand Ep 634: Why TikTok Shop Is Bleeding Your Margins Dry (And How To Fix It Fast)
You're scaling on TikTok Shop...
GMV looks amazing...
But somehow your profits are disappearing.
In this episode, Jordan breaks down why TikTok Shop sellers are quietly bleeding cash—and how to plug the holes before it's too late. We walk through the real math behind a $100 order, the creator commission trap, fulfillment pitfalls, and platform fees that sneak up on even the most seasoned operators.
This isn’t just about sales volume.
It’s about contribution margin—the number that actually keeps the lights on.
If you're on TikTok Shop or planning to scale, you can’t afford to miss this one.
🔍 What You’ll Learn:
- Why GMV is a dangerous metric to chase blindly
- The creator commission structure that's gutting your margins
- How fulfillment choice (FBT vs. self-fulfill) drastically affects profitability
- The real cost of running ads and promos on TikTok Shop
- 3 proven ways to protect your margin without sacrificing growth:
- When losing money can be a smart move
- Tools and systems to track profit by SKU—so you don’t fly blind
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