In this episode, we dive into data-driven strategies that help small sellers spot winners, optimize listings, and scale their e-commerce business without wasting time.

Nahar Geva, Founder and CEO of ZIK Analytics, explains why shifting your mindset and embracing data is key to beating big brands.

He shares his story of founding ZIK Analytics from a personal need for automation and provides a masterclass on using competitor and product research to find unique selling opportunities.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why a lack of data-reliance causes new seller mistakes.
• How to adopt a detective's mindset in product research.
• What systems and habits you need to master data analysis.
• Why trusting a mentor's advice can be a business turning point.
• How Nahar Geva built ZIK Analytics from hands-on dropshipping.
• What the biggest advantages online sellers have are transparent data.
• How to use competitor research to find and exploit opportunities.
• What the core tools of ZIK Analytics offer for e-commerce sellers.
• Why a unique selling proposition is a must for inventory sellers.
• How a strong morning routine can transform entrepreneurial discipline.
  
  

Links & Resources

Website: https://www.zikanalytics.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/zik-analytics
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zikanalytics/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZIKAnalaytics

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In this episode, we dive into the challenges of selling on Amazon, including gated brands and slow cash flow.

Aaron O'Sullivan, co-founder of Sellmyselleraccount.co and ecomstores.com, shares how acquiring aged Amazon seller accounts can provide instant access to restricted categories, speed up cash flow cycles, and mitigate the risk of account suspension.

He explains why the "vehicle" or age of your store is critical for achieving faster, more profitable growth on the platform.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why new Amazon accounts lack trust and have selling restrictions.
• What gated brands and categories are on Amazon.
• How older Amazon accounts provide faster cash flow and no reserves.
• What the opportunity cost is of a 3-week cash flow wait.
• Why spreading your business across multiple Amazon stores is vital.
• How to build a digital moat to prevent a domino effect of suspensions.
• What the process is for buying or selling an Amazon store.
• Why the age of an Amazon store acts as a competitive advantage.
• How to quickly ungate product categories like supplements.
• What a valid business reason is for having multiple stores.

Links & Resources

Website: https://ecomstores.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ecomstorescom/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ecomstoresamazon/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BuyAgedAmazonSellerAccounts

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In this episode, we dive into how AI is reshaping Amazon store management and the critical importance of focusing on profitability over just top-line revenue.

Jerry Vida, Co-founder of Peak ROAS, shares how his agency helps seven- and eight-figure brands scale by leveraging AI to streamline time-consuming tasks like PPC and listing optimization.

He explains why a clean ad account structure eliminates wasted ad spend and offers a 90-day profit guarantee for new clients.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• How focusing on profitability beats chasing top-line revenue.
• Why PPC optimization and listing updates are the biggest time bandits.
• Why manual, repetitive tasks hurt business growth and efficiency.
• How internally built AI agents streamline listing copy and A/B testing.
• What an aggressive A-B testing schedule does for conversion rates.
• How restructuring a messy ad account leads to massive profit jumps.
• What is required for an ideal customer for high-impact changes.
• Why an ad account restructure redirects up to 70% of wasted spend.
• How new sellers can use ChatGPT to get up to speed fast.
• What a 90-day no-risk profit guarantee means for new clients.

Links & Resources

Website: https://peakroas.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-vida-255719126/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peakroas/

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In this episode, we unpack bundles and bulk discounts and how they can nudge customers to buy more and boost revenue.

Katie Keith, Founder and CEO of Barn2 Plugins, shares why most stores struggle to increase average order value and how her new Shopify app bridges the gap between different discount strategies.

She also provides a masterclass on discount pricing psychology, setting tiers, and when to choose volume bundles over bulk discounts.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why many stores struggle to increase AOV.
• What the difference is between WooCommerce and Shopify discounts.
• How to match your discount strategy to your target customer.
• What makes the right moment to test and adjust your offers.
• How to avoid a cluttered and confusing product page.
• Why you must know your minimum acceptable profit margin.
• What role psychological pricing plays in setting tiers.
• How a fixed price offer can convert better than a percentage.
• Why discounts aren't right for all types of products.
• What flexible targeting options are available for discounts.

Links & Resources

Website: https://barn2.com
Shopify App Store: https://apps.shopify.com/barn2-bundles-bulk-discounts
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katiekeithbarn2
X/Twitter: https://x.com/katiekeithbarn2

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In this episode, we dive into how AI agents are changing customer support (CX) and operations for DTC brands.

Dom Steil, CEO and Founder of StateSet, shares how his platform automates complex tasks like warranty replacements and subscription changes while keeping a personal touch.

He explains the difference between AI agents and chatbots, how to maintain data safety and security, and why brands in hyper-scaling mode should adopt this technology to handle increased ticket volume.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• How AI agents automate complex customer outcomes.
• What iCommerce (intelligent commerce) means for DTC.
• Why speed and 24/7 service builds customer trust.
• How AI agents save customers from subscription cancellation.
• What integration with DTC tech stacks looks like.
• How multi-language support works for international brands.
• What guardrails prevent AI from making errors or "hallucinating".
• Why hyper-scaling brands need AI to avoid scaling OPEX.
• What the future of AI-to-AI agent communication is.
• How to prepare operations for BFCM volume surge.

Links & Resources

Website: https://www.stateset.com/
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/domsteil
X/Twitter: https://x.com/domsteil

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In this episode, we dive into the challenge of selling products across the diverse markets of Europe.

Nicolas Appert, CEO of Lengow, shares why Europe is a huge market of 30 small, unique countries with different rules, languages, and payment habits. He explains how localization is key, going beyond simple translation to include cultural understanding and regulatory needs like VAT and sizing.

Nicolas also reveals strategies for smaller brands to find success by working with niche marketplaces and how Lengow's automation platform helps sellers navigate this complexity to expand across the continent.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why Europe is a constellation of 30 small, different markets.
• What localization is beyond simple product translation.
• Why cultural DNA impacts product descriptions and details.
• How to choose the right European country as an entry point.
• What marketplaces besides Amazon offer niche opportunities.
• How Lengow's AI adapts pictures and handles catalog conversion.
• What the future of product search looks like with AI agents.
• Why brands need a stable home business before European expansion.
• How understanding competitor pricing drives sales strategy.
• What the NetAmplify and NetMarket tools simplify for sellers.
  
  

Links & Resources

Website: https://www.lengow.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lengow/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-appert-98a85/

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In this episode, we explore how to boost engagement and recover sales by moving from clicks to conversations.

Giorgio Pagliari, CEO of Spoki, shares how his platform uses WhatsApp and AI to deliver instant customer support, automate communications, and drive revenue growth for ecommerce businesses.

He also explains how AI is creating a new era of conversational commerce.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why transactional emails are no longer an effective way to communicate with customers.
• What makes WhatsApp a powerful communication tool for e-commerce.
• How to use AI to automate 80% of customer support inquiries.
• What Spoki does to recover abandoned carts and increase sales.
• How AI can create a personalized shopping experience for customers.
• Why the future of commerce is conversational and AI-driven.
• How to train Spoki's AI agent with your brand's specific language.
• How a food e-commerce brand increased its revenue by 50% using Spoki.
• Why a merchant needs a dedicated phone number to get started with Spoki.
• What a customer-centric approach means for e-commerce success.

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Website: https://spoki.it/en/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spokiapp/
Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/spokiapp
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/spokiapp

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In this episode, we explore why a Shopify ecosystem-first approach is key for e-commerce growth.

Anton Ekström, an entrepreneur and expert at Iggy Agency, explains why merchants should see Shopify as a powerful operating system, not just a simple store builder.

He also shares tips on how to choose the right theme, avoid app clutter, and leverage Shopify for both B2B and DTC brands.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why Shopify is now an operating system for commerce.
• How merchants should focus on sales, not code complexity.
• What to look for in a Shopify theme to avoid app clutter.
• Why a paid theme can be cheaper than a free one.
• How working within the ecosystem speeds up projects.
• What makes a Shopify theme mobile-friendly.
• How to build a successful B2B store on Shopify.
• Why you should talk to a Shopify partner early.
• What an agency's typical onboarding process looks like.
• How AI and Shopify Sidekick can help merchants.
  
  

Links & Resources

Website: https://iggy.agency/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anton-ekstrom/

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