August, 2020

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What Is Dropshipping & How To Start A Drop Shipping Business In 2020

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Many of the questions that I receive in my inbox at MyWifeQuitHerJob.com are related to opening a dropshipping business and I can definitely see the appeal. When you run an online store that only offers dropshipped products, you don’t have to worry about inventory and you don’t have to worry about product fulfillment. All you have to do is sell the product, take orders and make a decent profit.

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The 1-2-3 SMS Roll-Out Guide

Optimizely

SMS is a powerful channel that helps Marketers rise above the noise and get their message across to their customers. It’s no surprise that an increasing number of brands are incorporating this channel into their marketing strategy. In 2017, about 1.67 trillion business messages found their way to consumer’s phones, and this number is predicted to increase to 3.5 trillion by 2023.

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Growth-Mode Digital Strategy: Modernize And Transform

Forrester eCommerce

“Digital transformation” is overused, overhyped, and open to broad interpretation. Is transformation still relevant in a post-COVID world? I believe it is but only when mixed with a healthy dose of pragmatic digital modernization. Which strategy — modernize or transform — will depend on your firm’s digital maturity and economic situation.

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7 Common B2B Ecommerce Challenges (+ How to Overcome Them)

BigCommerce

In 2019, only 13% of all B2B sales were generated digitally. By 2023, when U.S.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Best Customer Loyalty Programs: Our Favorite

Groove

Managing customer turnover and increasing lifetime value are two of the most common initiatives our marketing team is given when working with an organization to grow revenue. Retain more customers and create an online shopping experience they’ll love by implementing a customer loyalty program that helps increase retention and decrease dependence on ads and promotion.

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The Best Web Hosting Services (In-Depth Review)

Kissmetrics

Looking for a hosting solution for your website? You’re in luck because with today’s options, it has never been easier to keep your website online. They take care of all the technical stuff and you get to enjoy casually updating your website for conversions. And the best part is that most of them are very affordable which helps startups get a hold of their business quickly.

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5 Tips for a Great eCommerce Returns Process

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This is an article by Jimmy Rodriguez, COO & Co-Founder at 3dcart, a leading shopping cart software. Read on for expert tips by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). As an online store owner, you should do everything within your power to differentiate yourself from your competitors. Stock superb products, offer top-notch customer service, and couple it up with exceptional order fulfillment.

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It’s Never The Data Breach, It’s Always The Cover Up

Forrester eCommerce

The obstruction of justice and misprision of a felony charges levied against Joseph Sullivan, former Uber CSO sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community. CSO/CISOs rightfully wondered what these charges mean in terms of their own culpability for decisions made on the job. CSOs and CISOs handle sensitive data, make difficult decisions, and consider their responsibility […].

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BigCommerce IPO: Ecommerce for a New Era

BigCommerce

On behalf of BigCommerce, I am delighted to share an exciting milestone.

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Klaviyo vs. MailChimp: Features, Pros & Cons

Groove

Many successful online businesses today leverage eCommerce marketing tools to grow their brand and achieve their business goals. Choosing a tool to invest your time and hard-earned money in can be a tough decision, so we're here to help you evaluate Klaviyo vs. MailChimp. Klaviyo vs. MailChimp. Whether your goal is to grow your eCommerce store, establish more meaningful relationships with customers or automate your marketing efforts, both Klaviyo and MailChimp are great eCommerce marketing tools

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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How to Spy on Your Competitor’s SEO in 60 Seconds

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Have you ever searched for a term on Google and wished that your website ranked for it? You know that if that traffic was going to you, it could change your sales, your revenue, and even your life. But sadly, that traffic is going to your competition. ??. Well, today we are going to change that. I just released a new version of the Ubersuggest Chrome Extension that will give you insights into your competition’s SEO strategy so you can beat them….

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Why Streamlined Omnichannel Shopping Is The New ‘Table Stakes’ In Retail

Retail TouchPoints

The convergence of a pandemic, economic turmoil and a heated presidential election can make it difficult to look beyond the here and now, but shoppers nevertheless expect retailers to have a long-term vision. Consumers are recognizing that major companies can play a large role in shaping tomorrow — both in terms of their influence on society at large and the post-COVID-19 shopper experience, according to the Visions Into The Future report by CallisonRTKL.

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316: Spencer Haws On How To Automate Internal Link Building For SEO

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Today I’m thrilled to have Spencer Haws back on the show. Spencer runs the popular blog NichePursuits.com where he teaches others how to start niche online businesses. He’s also the creator of Long Tail Pro. He’s sold on Amazon FBA, created plugins, software, affiliate sites, you name it! In this episode, we talk about Spencer’s latest venture and how you can quickly improve your search rankings.

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Marketplaces Make Their Mark In The Channel

Forrester eCommerce

Online marketplaces have been around in one form or another for decades. Accelerating the trend is a myriad of factors including changing buying behaviors and demographics, companies shifting to subscription and consumption models, and the rising importance of ecosystems. Put simply, the future business buyer will look more and more like a consumer.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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9 B2B Ecommerce Trends to Drive Your Long-Term Sales Strategy

BigCommerce

Ecommerce drove 13% of total B2B sales in the U.S. in 2019.

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Paid Search Strategy: 4 Tips To Drive More Customers

Groove

When it comes to eCommerce, a paid search strategy is a great way to reach customers who are actively searching for products like yours. Get your content in front of the right audience and display your ads at the top of search engine results pages by leveraging eCommerce advertising. Paid Search Strategy: 4 Tips. Many eCommerce businesses struggle with deciding which is better for their business: SEO or paid search.

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Welcome to Content Marketing Unlocked: Your Free Blogging Course

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Blogging is so effective that there are over a billion blogs on the web. Just think about that… that’s roughly 1 blog for every 7 people. Sure, we don’t really need any more blogs, but people still create them because they can be such effective marketing channels. And best of all, unlike social sites, the moment you create a blog that has an audience, you can continually reach them without having to worry about algorithm changes.

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Q2 Results: Target Boosts Online Sales 195%, Walmart’s Grow 97%

Retail TouchPoints

Retail industry giants Target and Walmart continued to benefit from their status as essential retailers equipped with strong e-Commerce operational capabilities in Q2. In good news for their bottom lines, both retailers achieved significant sales growth, both online and in-store, while also improving margins. Target achieved a record-setting 24.3% increase in comp sales for the three months ended Aug. 1, 2020, rising from $18.2 billion last year to $22.7 billion this year.

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Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.

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6 Ways to Improve a Customer’s Post-Purchase Delivery Experience

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The Big Post-Purchase CX Gap in the Order Delivery Phase. Picture this. A shopper visits your website after a friend raved about one of your products or after clicking a compelling ad on social media. They casually navigate through the essential products section and decide to make a purchase. Your checkout process is seamless with limited navigation, thanks to your focus on providing a great user experience on your site.

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Who Is Responsible For Responsible AI?

Forrester eCommerce

In 2019, we predicted that there will be three high profile AI related PR snafus in 2020. It’s only August and we’ve already seen plenty of examples of AI going wrong – the ACLU sued facial recognition provider Clearview for violating a well-known Illinois state biometric law in the US, the UK’s Home Office was […].

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2020 Guide to Holiday Planning

BigCommerce

A successful holiday strategy is the key to competing during the busiest time of year.

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Black Friday Strategy: 5 Tips To Drive More Online Revenue

Groove

The holiday season is the busiest time of the year for many eCommerce businesses because it generates significant revenue. Adobe Analytics reports that Black Friday online sales reached $7.4 billion in 2019, the second largest online shopping day ever (right behind 2018's Cyber Monday). To help prepare your eCommerce store for Black Friday , we're sharing 5 strategies to help you plan ahead of this hectic holiday season and maximize your revenue growth.

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The Trends You Need to Succeed This Holiday Season

October Prime Day is usually an early sign of how consumer spending trends ahead of the holidays. This one was no exception. Our October Prime Day Report breaks down what’s working: the products flying off the shelves, the categories winning big, big brands, and the search terms defining demand. All brought to you via Similarweb’s Shopper Intelligence platform.

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How to Use Events to Optimize Your Facebook And Google Ads

Kissmetrics

Your website is bustling with activity. Visitors are constantly interacting with it. But are you taking full advantage of everything that’s happening on your website for your paid marketing? Every interaction a visitor has with your website… a pageview, a click… can be used to better understand your audience. And when you understand your audience you can target them in a smarter way, and get more bang for your buck from your paid campaigns on Facebook and Google.

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Reaching The Most Influential Shopping Generation As We Transition To A New Normal

Retail TouchPoints

It’s no surprise that the shopping habits of Gen Z during the pandemic will predict the near future for retail. Gen Zers are currently the largest and most influential generation of shoppers in the U.S., and COVID-19 has had a serious impact. We are already seeing that 46% say they plan on saving more of their earnings over the next five years, and 63% are currently concerned about the impact of COVID-19 on their ability to make money.

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The Benefits of User-Generated Content in eCommerce

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Is user-generated content (UGC) really worth your time if you’re a retail business owner? Without a doubt. Taking advantage of content created by customers is an effective move in eCommerce. Real people, real opinions, real pictures all speak better with your prospects than marketing-crafted efforts alone. After all, one of the major strengths of UGC is that it helps to convert your potential customers into actual buyers.

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It’s Time For CMOs To Pay More Attention To Employees

Forrester eCommerce

CMOs are fully aware of the importance of customer data. The employee data tsunami is less obvious, though. Expect the lines between employee and customer experiences to blur. CMOs often own external communication, while chief human resources officers (CHROs) own internal communication. However, they share some of the same goals: to acquire, engage, develop, and […].

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Announcing Our 2020 Make it Big Ecommerce Conference

BigCommerce

We’re back — and bigger than ever.

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An Honest WP Event Manager Review

Ecommerce Platforms

What’s the most effective way to sell your event tickets? Offer early bird rates. Yes, 51.3 percent of event organizers said offering early bird rates sold their tickets more than anything else. Other tactics that worked include: Discount codes, 24.4 percent. Group booking rates, 13.5 percent. Offering referral codes, 10.8 percent. Did you notice anything?

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The 6 Best Digital Marketing Companies of 2020

Kissmetrics

Digital marketing covers everything from SEO and content marketing to email campaigns, social media strategy, and video marketing too. With new digital marketing companies popping up left and right offering a bit of everything (and truly speaking to no one), it’s no surprise you’re having a hard time finding the right one. . The best thing to do is narrow down your options by bypassing those digital marketing companies trying to do too many things at once.

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Walmart Canada Offers Personalized Training To 5,000 Supply Chain Workers

Retail TouchPoints

There’s lots of potential danger in supply chain operations: work at distribution centers involves using heavy equipment to pick, pack and move products at an extremely fast pace. Walmart’s U.S. division achieved dramatic safety improvements with a daily training solution that provides personalized short quizzes on safety topics, helping change on-the-job behaviors of more than 100,000 associates at 150 DCs.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!