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Sep 29, 2023 • 38min
Ep 341: WTF is Creative Testing & Tips for Q4 Success | AKNF
This podcast discusses the art of creative testing, the balance between iterative and contrast testing, the importance of creative testing for Q4 success, testing urgency messaging, simple straightforward messaging, using CGC & UGC for testing, and collections style ads.

Sep 27, 2023 • 27min
Bonus: Harnessing a 2.5 Million Strong Network of Buyers - TheGrommet.com
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Hello and welcome to the DTC Podcast. I'm Eric Dyck. Today, we're diving deep into the powerful trend of buyers' networks and product launching communities. Our guest, Greg Rollet, hails from the Grommet—a remarkable platform that boasts a dedicated community of 2.5 million buyers and has been instrumental in propelling innovative products into the spotlight.
Until at least 2024 The Grommet has pledged to take NO FEE on any sale they refer to your site, so if you've got a product that fits that problem solving gadget category, explore their product launch network as an option to drive cost free Q4 sales!
https://TheGrommet.com
In our conversation, we'll explore:
The exponential growth: Why communities like the Grommet have become a crucial component of successful product launches in today's market.
Behind the Scenes: The strategies, challenges, and breakthroughs that define successful product launches on platforms like the Grommet.
The "Network Effect" in DTC: Unraveling the significant impact of a 2.5 million-strong buyers' network on brand awareness and sales momentum.
Tune in for a deep dive into the mechanics, strategies, and outcomes that characterize the transformative world of direct-to-consumer marketing.
00:00 Introduction
02:33 The mission of The Grommet: Helping shoppers discover unique and useful products
10:30 Creating an immersive shopping experience online
14:15 The gamification aspect of product launches on The Grommet
23:25 Strategies for holistic ecosystem thinking in the DTC space
Hashtags:
#ProductDiscovery #DTCbrands #TheGrommet #Ecommerce #HolisticEcosystem
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Sep 25, 2023 • 49min
DTC ARCHIVE: True Classic - Zero to 9 Figures in Two Years, Powered by Meta Ads
Helen Crossley, Director of Marketing Science at Meta, and Ben Yahalom, President of the fast-growing apparel brand True Classic, share their insights on building a successful brand. They discuss the crucial 'Performance 5' framework every brand should adopt and the game-changing Advantage Plus Shopping Campaigns. The duo emphasizes the importance of selling transformations over mere products and offers creative strategies for brand growth. Additionally, they highlight the balance between digital and traditional media in evolving advertising landscapes.

Sep 22, 2023 • 35min
Ep 340: Google Ads Q4 Psyche Up + GA4 Gut Check | AKNF
Learn about Google Ads and GA4 from Richard of Pilothouse's Google team. Topics include top-of-funnel advertising, demand generation campaigns, leveraging video content, and maximizing Google Display Network

Sep 18, 2023 • 45min
Ep 339: How to Build an Apparel Brand in 2023 - Jacob Rokeach, Fractional CMO
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Hello and welcome to DTC Podcast, today we're doing a deep dive on some best practices to build a lasting brand in the Apparel space with ecom veteran and fractional CMO, Jacob Rokeach
Listen and you'll learn about smart inventory management and planning, omni channel approaches that brands of any size can execute, how to structure your Meta Ad account in our creative as targeting world, scaling your business and your career thoughtfully and lots more.
On with the show!
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:38 - The Power of Celebrity Brands
4:51 - Effective Marketing Strategies
7:25 - Understanding Creative Strategy
9:52 - Valuable Career Advice
Hashtags:
#DTC #MarketingStrategies #CreativeStrategy #CareerAdvice #DirectToConsumer #CelebrityBrands
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Sep 15, 2023 • 37min
Ep 338: Jogo's Retention Bootcamp - The First and Second Purchase Ecosystem (Part 3) | AKNF
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It's All Killer No Filler and today is Part 3 of Jordan Gordon's Retention series focused on the post purchase experience and how to get your customers to make their second purchase as quickly and as often as possible...
Go to YouTube for the Flash Cards!
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
3:30 - Creating Effective Email Ecosystems
7:00 - Leveraging AI for Email Marketing
10:30 - Crafting Personalized Customer Journeys
14:00 - Optimizing Coupon Strategies
Hashtags:
#EmailMarketing #EcommerceStrategies #AIinMarketing #CouponOptimization #CustomerJourneys
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Sep 13, 2023 • 25min
Bonus: Personalized Customer Experiences on Every Channel: Bloomreach's Amanda Elam
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On today's DTC podcast we go deep on personalization and omnichannel data management with Amanda Elam CMO of Bloomreach.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
2:30 - The Value of Personalization in E-commerce
5:15 - The Role of AI in Marketing
8:10 - Streamlining E-commerce Processes with BloomReach
11:00 - Enhancing the Customer Experience
Hashtags:
#EcommerceSuccess #BloomReach #AIinMarketing #CustomerExperience #Personalization
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Sep 11, 2023 • 49min
Ep 337: How to be Hermes with Sean Frank, CEO of Ridge Wallet
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Welcome to DTC Podcast. Today we're digging into our unreleased content archive to deliver one of the most relevant and powerful talks from our first C-Suite Mastermind Event in September 2022 from Sean Frank, CEO of Ridge Wallet...
His key message to brands then is even more relevant now: SURVIVE and focus on building a legacy brand. Ridge's goal is to become the American Mont Blanc crossed with Yeti with a glass of Hennessy....
This podcast goes a mile a minute and covers:
Venture vs Bootstrapping
The Toxicity of Twitch
Owning your Audience's Affinity with content marketing and partnerships
30 Day product specific funnel drains
and lots more!
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
02:30 - Sean Ecom's journey into ecommerce
08:30 - Strategies for sourcing and manufacturing products in China
15:00 - Insights from recent earnings reports
18:30 - The TikTok vs. YouTube Shorts battle
Hashtags:
#EcommerceSuccess #ChinaSourcing #EarningsInsights #SocialMediaBattle #D2CPodcast
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Sep 8, 2023 • 27min
EP 336: Q4 Offer Testing Eleganza Extravaganza | AKNF
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Battle test your Q4 readiness (if you haven’t already) with Pilothouse’s proven approach. With just over two months to BFCM, now is the time to dial on your promotional strategy.
Highlights:
Pilothouse's Success: Over $5M revenue on Meta during a BFCM weekend with 10,000+ unique content pieces. 🚀
The Need to Test: Ensure top sales by understanding your customer behaviors and avoiding subpar offers.
Aligning Promos with Goals: How do your current objectives shape your offers? Explore strategies for different business goals.
Economic Impact: Adapting to our Recession Era and tailoring your Q4 promotional approach.
Avoiding Promo Pitfalls: Stay clear of common traps like heavy exclusions and over-complicated deals.
Promos That Shine: Dive into timeless promo structures and their effectiveness.
Timing Is Key: When to test and refine your offers for optimal results.
Tune in now and gear up for a successful Q4! 🎙️💡🛍️
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Sep 4, 2023 • 44min
Ep 335: Deep Marketing Insights from Charlie Grinnell, CEO and Co-Founder of RightMetric
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Charlie's a friend of the podcast, and is one of the best DTC marketing minds I know. He cut his teeth with Redbull's media team and moved onto help Aritizia scale their ecommerce and now he combines deep competitor analysis with audience and content analysis to help entrepreneurs uncover their blindspots...because as we all know, it's hard to see the label when you're inside the jam jar!
We cover interesting examples of uncovering surprising audience affinities, and understand exactly how brand owners can do their own research to find more successful creative formulas and influencer relationships...
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Charlie Grinnell and The Right Metric
02:12 - Leveraging Competitive Intelligence for Success
06:18 - Understanding Consumer Behavior and Trends
10:03 - Analyzing Competitors: Strategies and Benefits
13:40 - Key Insights for Q4 Planning and Execution
Hashtags:
#MarketingInsights #CompetitiveIntelligence #ConsumerBehavior #CompetitorAnalysis #Q4Planning #MarketingTrends #DTC #CharlieGrinnell
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