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#299 - Ben Sharf, Platter - How To Build A Storefront To Convert Millions In Sales
2023-11-30
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On this episode of DTC pod we cover:
1. Shopify's Ecosystem of Apps
2. Home page experience
3. Cart and Checkout
4. Tools and Strategies provided by Platter
5. Importance of Social Proof in E-Commerce
6. Recommendations for Brands
7. What to build natively into platform
Timestamps
00:00 App ecosystem within Shopify
05:37 Left Gopuff, started Platter, focused on pain points.
09:25 Key ways to get your site to convert better.
13:45 Importance of ecommerce frameworks and targeting strategies.
15:34 Upmarket components, operational efficiencies, debunking myths in storefronts.
20:17 Discussing value, tools, and purpose for store owners.
22:10 Native integration gamifies shopping to boost sales.
28:40 Social proof and user experience crucial for conversion.
33:18 Limited budget means trusting our expertise upfront.
35:23 Focus on proper onboarding for successful transitions.
40:12 Challenges in scaling customer success and prioritizing.
42:00 Ambitious product launch, social connection.
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Past guests & brands on DTC Pod include Gilt, PopSugar, Glossier, MadeIN, Prose, Bala, P.volve, Ritual, Bite, Oura, Levels, General Mills, Mid Day Squares, Prose, Arrae, Olipop, Ghia, Rosaluna, Form, Uncle Studios & many more.
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Ben Sharf - Co-Founder at Platter
Ramon Berrios - Co-Founder of Trend.io
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