

The Andrew Faris Podcast
Andrew Faris
Andrew Faris has been growing ecommerce brands since 2014 as everything from a media buyer to the head of strategy at Common Thread Collective to the CEO of 4x400, a DTC aggregator. Join him every week to learn the nuts & bolts of how to grow ecommerce brands, always shared with refreshing candor.
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Jan 15, 2025 • 27min
8 A/B Tests Your DTC Brand Should Run RIGHT NOW
Discover powerful A/B testing strategies tailored for direct-to-consumer brands. Uncover the secrets of optimizing product detail pages and the impact of effective pricing and email capture techniques. Learn the importance of free shipping thresholds and smart merchandising to drive sales. Explore the significance of thorough testing in maximizing profitability and enhancing online store performance. This insightful discussion reveals eight key strategies that can transform your brand's approach to conversion rates and customer engagement.

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Jan 11, 2025 • 57min
Why Is This $200M/Year Brand Starting From Scratch?
Corbin Wallace, CEO of Trevi Advanced Hydration and former executive at Simple Modern, shares his insights on launching a new hydration brand. He delves into the strategic growth opportunities in the electrolyte market and the importance of understanding customer needs. Wallace discusses innovative launch strategies, including digital-first approaches and direct-to-consumer models. He emphasizes effective marketing tactics, product design, and customer engagement in a competitive landscape, all while navigating the unique challenges of consumables versus durable goods.

Jan 7, 2025 • 30min
The 4 Hardest Things About Cost Caps (And What I Do About Them)
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Dec 31, 2024 • 37min
The Creative Process I Use To Scale Past $10,000,000 With Meta Ads
Discover a structured creative process designed for growing mid-sized brands with compelling advertising strategies. Explore innovative techniques that utilize unique designs and high-quality media to captivate social media audiences. Learn how targeted messaging and creative variations can optimize marketing effectiveness and enhance performance. Uncover the potential of artificial intelligence in strategic growth, featuring inspiring client success stories and insights on continuous improvement in advertising campaigns.

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Dec 28, 2024 • 55min
The Biggest E-Commerce Stories Of 2024
Andrew Darian, Founder and CEO of Ecommerce Fuel, shares his insights on the future of e-commerce amid inflationary pressures. He discusses strategic pricing tactics businesses can employ to navigate rising costs and the evolving landscape of podcast sponsorships and e-commerce advertising. The conversation dives into the emergence of AI in e-commerce, its benefits, and potential challenges like consumer trust. Darian also addresses the ongoing competition between YouTube and TikTok for ad strategies, emphasizing community significance in the digital market.

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Dec 24, 2024 • 52min
He Went From $5M to $100M In 2 Years By Building A Brand Intelligently
In this discussion, Bill Rahm, co-founder and chief strategy officer of Baseball Lifestyle, shares how his brand skyrocketed from $5M to an anticipated $100M in just two years. He delves into the importance of building a lifestyle brand centered around baseball rather than mere team loyalty. Rahm highlights the power of community engagement and strategic partnerships in driving growth, as well as evolving content monetization strategies that prioritize authentic connections. He also discusses the balance between effective ads and genuine brand engagement.

Dec 20, 2024 • 32min
The Bear Case For E-Commerce In 2025
The future of e-commerce faces seven significant challenges by 2025. Tariffs, offshoring, and US isolationism could disrupt supply chains. Rising manufacturing costs in countries like South Korea and China add pressure on businesses. Over-reliance on platforms like Meta for advertising is risky, while AI heightens competition. Despite these hurdles, there's hope for direct-to-consumer brands if they adopt strategic resilience. A success story showcases how a clever landing page can transform ad performance, illustrating the power of innovation in tough times.

Dec 17, 2024 • 37min
The Details Of Managing Cost Caps Day To Day
Explore the complexities of managing cost caps and bid strategies for Facebook ads. Learn how adaptive strategies and human oversight can navigate advertising budget fluctuations. Discover the critical role of supply chain optimization in enhancing e-commerce profitability. Effective performance assessment techniques reveal insights into last click revenue and acquisition marketing efficiency. Highlighting the importance of meticulous tracking setups, this discussion equips listeners with tools for improving marketing effectiveness.

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Dec 13, 2024 • 28min
The 5 Step Path From $10M To $30M For Your E-Commerce Business
Discover the secrets to scaling an e-commerce business from $10 million to $30 million in revenue. Learn about strategic operational changes and the importance of profitability and cash management. Uncover effective ways to boost creative output through collaboration and leveraging talent, especially from the Philippines. Dive into essential steps for increasing revenue, including influencer marketing and innovative sales tactics. This insightful discussion is packed with actionable tips for sustainable growth in the competitive e-commerce landscape.

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Dec 9, 2024 • 33min
The Bull Case For ECommerce In 2025
The discussion dives into the evolution of consumer comfort in online shopping, highlighting how fears like credit card fraud have diminished. The rise of the 'conversions audience' propels direct-to-consumer brands forward. Insights on the growing wealth of knowledge and resources available to e-commerce businesses underline the importance of community. Technology's transformative role, particularly platforms like Shopify, is explored, alongside optimistic projections for future growth in the sector.