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Actively Black didn't start with a product—it started with a community. By building a 23,000-person audience before launch, founder Lanny Smith turned purpose-driven storytelling into a $55,000 first day and a $2 million first year. His journey shows aspiring entrepreneurs why demand-first thinking, authentic mission, and smart list-building can change everything.For more on Actively Black click hereYou'll Learn:Why Actively Black built community before developing a productThe email + SMS strategy that led to $55K in sales on launch dayHow to sell $2M+ in your first year—even with constant stockoutsWhy fast growth can be just as dangerous as no growthHow to use storytelling and cultural pride to create brand resonanceWhat it takes to build long-term customer trust without discountingHow Lanny structured partnerships with Marvel, Disney, and iconic estatesThe real math behind inventory planning at scale (and why it's so hard)How to align investors with your vision, not just your bottom lineWhy purpose is more powerful than product in competitive industriesHow Lanny's personal values fuel every decision—from pricing to hiringChapters:00:00 Introducing Lanny Smith, Founder of Actively Black01:02 How a Career Pivot Sparked a $2M Vision01:27 Building 10K Followers Before Launching a Product03:31 Why Purpose-Driven Branding Fueled $55K on Day One06:54 What Selling Out in 3 Weeks Taught Us About Manufacturing10:30 How Actively Black Landed Partnerships with Marvel, Disney & More17:52 The Traits Behind Scaling to 8 Figures and Beyond18:48 What to Know Before Entering the $1.5T Apparel Market19:54 From “No” to $2M: How to Power Through Rejection21:43 Turning a Personal Setback Into Multi-Million Dollar Growth25:35 Why Actively Black Is More Than Just Merch (And Why That Matters)29:04 How Mission and Authenticity Drive Repeat Purchases Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.
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Bending Spoons is the acquisition machine of the tech world. They have acquired the likes of Evernote, Vimeo, Eventbrite, Streamyard and more. However, they never open their gates to the secrets behind Evernote's product machine. Today that changes with Federico Simionato joining 20Product. Fede has been a Product Lead at Bending Spoons for 8 years where he has led product teams at Evernote, WeTransfer and more. AGENDA: 03:02 From Dentist Games to $11BN Bending Spoons 04:54 Advice for Aspiring Product Managers 05:38 Building a Coveted Brand at Bending Spoons 07:43 Evaluating and Testing New Product Ideas 13:35 How Evernote has Mastered User Retention 25:24 The Impact of AI on Product Design and Prototyping 31:19 How Bending Spoons Does Product Launches and Lessons Learned 33:27 How Every Product Team Should Do Monthly Updates to Users 36:38 Recording and Transparency in Updates 38:06 Lessons from Failed Product Launches 45:14 Structuring Teams and Acquisitions 47:12 Monetization Strategies and Push Notifications 57:21 Quick Fire Round: Insights and Reflections
Is your pump system being shaken apart from the inside? That harsh, constant pulsation doesn't just create noise—it causes costly damage, reduces efficiency, and leads to premature wear. In this exclusive product launch on The Crownsmen Show, host Rory Bamford sits down with Jen Stevens and Ryan Renshaw from Blacoh Industries to unveil the groundbreaking solution engineered to end this problem for good: the new SENTRYTough pulsation dampener series.
In this episode, the FBA University boys discuss what to expect when launching an Amazon product!
We've brought Kelly Battaglini, back from her recent episode on product marketing to dig more into product launches. Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kbattaglini/
In this episode of Between Product and Partnerships, Cristina Flaschen speaks with Therese Stowell, VP of Product Launch at Anaplan, about what it takes to design scalable, repeatable product launch systems inside fast-moving SaaS organizations. Therese shares her nonlinear career journey, from Microsoft engineer, to artist, to product leader, and how that diverse background shaped her systems-driven, people-centric approach to orchestrating product launches across a complex enterprise.A Systems Approach to Product LaunchEarlier in her career, Therese was asked to fix a recurring challenge familiar to many SaaS companies - products that didn't generate meaningful revenue, features stuck in beta, and launches that left go-to-market teams scrambling. Working with a technical program manager, she developed an Alpha - Beta - GA framework that introduced clear milestones, stronger decision-making, and alignment across product, marketing, sales, enablement, support, and services.That experience led her to Anaplan, where the sheer volume of innovation required a dedicated function to “tune the revenue engine.” As Therese describes it, product launch isn't just about getting a feature out the door, it's about coordinating every part of the organization so the product lands with clarity and customer value.Cross-Functional Alignment and the Real Work of LaunchingTherese outlines two parallel tracks that determine whether a launch succeeds:Go-to-market readiness. Translating product insights into pitch decks, messaging, and enablementTechnical readiness. Ensuring presales, professional services, and support teams understand how the product works under the hoodBecause these streams mature at different times, communication and cross-functional orchestration become essential. Therese also shares how introducing a new “production release” milestone (separate from GA) helped set better customer expectations and create a more reliable internal rhythm.A Framework for Better LaunchesTherese breaks down her repeatable approach to designing and improving launch processes:Discovery. Understand engineering's release lifecycle and gather cross-functional requirementsDesign. Translate a long list of tasks into a coherent, sequenced plan with defined decision pointsBuild & Iterate. Start small, gather feedback, and refine continuously instead of waiting for a perfect processScaling Launch at AnaplanAnaplan's rapid innovation pace required Therese to expand the product launch function, adopt proper project management tooling, and build reporting that helped each department manage its workload. With 30+ concurrent launches, her team introduced efficiency practices, such as agenda-based meeting participation, to reduce thrash and ensure alignment without unnecessary meetings.Looking AheadTherese's advice? While process and tooling matter, at least half of a successful launch comes down to people. Transparent communication, early involvement, collaboration, and guiding teams through behavioral change are what allow launch processes to take root and scale across an organization.For more insights on partnerships, ecosystems, and integrations, visit www.pandium.com To learn more about Anaplan and their product innovation, visit www.anaplan.com
In this episode of the Additive Snack Podcast, host Fabian Alefeld welcomes Eythor Eiriksson, founder and CEO of euler, a company revolutionizing process monitoring and quality assurance in additive manufacturing. They delve into how euler leverages AI and data from existing sensors to improve print outcomes without requiring additional hardware. Eiriksson shares his journey from Iceland to founding euler, the company's objectives, and their strategies for problem-solving in the additive manufacturing space. The discussion also touches on the practical applications of AI, user experiences, and the future of additive manufacturing technology. Eiriksson talks about euler's upcoming product launch at Formnext and its potential to transform the industry by providing real-time monitoring and predictive alerts, ultimately aiming to ensure high-quality prints and reduce costly failures. 00:00 Welcome to Additive Snack Podcast 00:10 Guest Introduction: Eythor Eiriksson and euler 01:21 Eythor's Journey and Background 03:03 Challenges in Additive Manufacturing 04:43 Founding of euler and Initial Steps 05:41 Comparison with Tesla's Autonomous Strategy 07:22 euler's Mission and Vision 09:35 Product Launch and User Experience 15:00 Technical Insights and Failure Detection 28:59 Future of AI in Additive Manufacturing 42:24 Closing Remarks
In this episode, host Josh interviews Matt Altman, marketplace lead at Right Side Up, about advanced strategies for launching and scaling brands on Amazon. Matt shares actionable insights on budgeting for product launches, optimizing PPC campaigns by focusing on conversion rates, and leveraging Amazon's internal data tools. He emphasizes the importance of consistently launching new, non-competing products to avoid cannibalization and drive growth. The discussion concludes with practical takeaways for sellers aiming to scale, plus an offer for a free brand audit from Matt's agency, Right Side Up.Chapters:Introduction to Matt Altman and Right Side Up (00:00:00)Josh introduces Matt Altman, his background, and the success of his agency, Right Side Up.Current Product Launch Strategies on Amazon (00:00:31)Matt discusses effective modern tactics for launching new products and the importance of a sufficient launch budget.Budgeting for Product Launches (00:01:02)Explanation of current budget requirements, category selection, and why launch budgets have increased.Estimating Launch Budgets and Pre-Launch Data Collection (00:02:54)How to estimate launch budgets, use Amazon Ads, and gather pre-launch data using search query reports.Leveraging Search Query Performance Reports (00:04:14)Matt explains the value of Amazon's search query performance reports versus brand analytics.Keyword Targeting and PPC Campaign Setup (00:05:19)Details on targeting specific keywords, campaign types, and optimizing for conversion rates over ACOS/TACOS.ASIN Targeting and Relevancy Building (00:07:44)Using ASIN targeting campaigns to build relevancy for launch keywords and leveraging historical data.Scaling to Eight Figures and Beyond (00:08:09)Advice for established sellers on scaling, focusing on new product launches, and avoiding complacency.Avoiding Product Cannibalization and Diversifying Product Lines (00:10:41)Strategies to prevent keyword overlap, expand product lines, and increase brand reach without cannibalizing sales.Actionable Takeaways for Sellers (00:12:54)Josh summarizes three main takeaways: aggressive product launches, PPC optimization via conversion rates, and image optimization.Strategic Delegation and Removing Bottlenecks (00:15:04)Matt advises stepping back, identifying bottlenecks, and delegating to scale the business effectively.Conclusion and Free Audit Offer (00:16:20)Matt shares where listeners can learn more and offers a free audit for podcast listeners.Links and Mentions:ToolsRight Side UpAmazon Search Query ReportsBrand AnalyticsPacvueEcom AnalyticsData DiveTranscript:Josh 00:00:00 Today, I'm super excited to introduce you to Matt Altman. Matt leads the marketplace at right side up. Matt has over 12 years of selling experience. He's launched and sold multiple personal brands, all starting from a retail arbitrage budget. Four years ago, he started an agency right Side up to help high growth CPG brands focus on dominating the marketplace. They've been able to scale many brands from 0 to 3 million in monthly sales. Welcome to the podcast, Matt.Matt 00:00:29 Thanks for having me. Josh, how are you doing?Josh 00:00:31 Doing great. What are some of the key things that you, you advise or recommend when launching a brand new product on Amazon that are working today? Because, as you know, a lot of those black hat tactics, you know, have come and gone. you also have the, you know, the rebates that everybody was doing, and now it's kind of leveled the playing field a little bit more. Tell me what you're doing that's been working for you guys.Matt 00:00:55 Yeah. So first off, I think that the biggest thing is making sure you have a big enough budget to launch your products.Matt 00:01:02 like the days of 5 to $10,000 budgets to launch products are just gone in my eyes, at least in the spaces that I work in. so we usually overestimate our budgets by like 20 to 30% of what we actually think it would be just to make sure that we're in a good place in case it doesn't go the way that we want it to. but outside of that, we're looking for a couple of major things. one is we want to see continued growth in the category. Amazon's making that way easier now with like the search query reports, the product Opportunity Explorer. There's so many internal tools that they're giving you access to now that you can really easily find that. And then the other big thing that we're looking for is categories that you've got maybe like 3 or 4 power players in. And by power players they aren't really doing that much. They're still kind of growing, but they're ahead of like the other 20 items there. really it just kind of is showing us that, hey, there's enough sales to go around.Matt 00:02:01 If these four people can all kind of be around the same and customers really don't care which one they're choosing right now, they're just basically picking whichever ones at the top from what we can see. So yeah, we used to go into very heavy like categories where you would just, I mean, like launches would be half 1 million to $1 million. Wow. and if you could make them work. Yeah. The payback is amazing because of the volume that some of those categories do. But if you lose, like, it absolutely sucks. so for sure, what we're looking at like 50 to $75,000, to launch a product right now and the supplement space that we're kind of going after, and we've seen it, it's kind of the sweet spot for everything. so if we do find a product and we think it's going to cost more than that to actually launch it, we'll hold off for a bit and see if we can find some other ones that are within our kind of thresholds.Josh 00:02:53 That makes sense.Josh 00:02:54 So how do you estimate, you know, that budget, right. What's the difference between a half 1 million to $1 million product launch budget versus something that's 50 to $75,000? And how do you estimate that?Matt 00:03:07 Yeah. So the the biggest thing is ads. I mean, we've really in the last like three months, all of our launches have been almost exclusively on Amazon through Amazon Ads. so we're pulling averages of cost per clicks through the advertising API and really just looking at, okay, what is the conversion rate of the top products? If we wanted to spend to get that conversion rate on that keyword, like what would it cost us per day and working that backwards? the other big thing that I don't know anyone else that's kind of touched on this, but what we what we've been doing here recently is we have a seller account where we'll create the product beforehand. It's not the product that we're actually going to sell. We'll put some items as merchant fulfilled, and then we'll just have ourselves by the products.Matt 00:03:54 So that way we get all the search query report data for that product before we actually launch it.Josh 00:03:58 Oh, that's that's fascinating. So you do that in a separate account then? Is that what you're saying?Matt 00:04:03 We've been doing it in the same account, just like a different brand name. and throw up a listing merchant fulfilled and do a couple buys through it, and then you get all that data.Josh 00:04:14 Intere...
Dave reveals what its like working in an Amazon Business based in China, sourced from a Chinese forum. He talks about the differences of the Chinese vs. American e-commerce businesses, and how they structure their businesses by expanding to multiple marketplaces almost immediately. Today's episode is sponsored by Sellerboard. Sellerboard helps users track sales, refunds and fees in real time, and even counts your indirect expenses in final profit. Beyond analytics, Sellerboard also streamlines operations with smart portfolios for PPC, inventory forecasting & management and more! Try Sellerboard free for 2 months — no credit card required. Just go to sellerboard.com/ecomcrew and get clarity on your margins today. There was a recent post on a Chinese discussion board looking for advice. The author recounted all of his previous experiences working at various e-commerce companies that have an Amazon focus and he realized that the Amazon landscape was changing at a pace he couldn't keep up with. This is particularly helpful for us western e-commerce sellers, because it helps us figure out what the Chinese are doing on Amazon that gets their sales high and prices low. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to Chinese Amazon Sellers' Insights 03:08 - The Journey of a Chinese Amazon Employee 06:03 - Daily Operations and Responsibilities 08:58 - Promotions and Performance Metrics 11:58 - Challenges and Strategies in Product Management 15:00 - Expansion into Domestic Markets 15:18 - Challenges of Management and Promotion 16:09 - Cultural Differences in Work Ethic 17:33 - Advertising Frameworks and Product Launches 19:37 - Developing a Unique Marketing Strategy 21:29 - Sales Performance and Product Viability 23:05 - Mental Health and Career Stagnation 24:09 - Product Development Challenges 25:44 - Profitability and Product Selection 27:10 - Lessons from the Chinese Market As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested. Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!
Three years ago, Allyson Kuhns was generating just over $3,000 per MONTH in sales. Now, she earns nearly $50,000 in four days during product launches. In this episode, we break down everything she did leading up to and through the promotion of a new product launch for her dog scarves!-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-► Visit Our Website For Training and Resources ► Leave Us An Honest Rating, Email An Image Of Your Rating To team@theecommercealley.com, We'll Send You A $10 Amazon Gift Card As An Appreciation Gift!► Learn About Our Mentorship Program For Ecom Brands Making Over $10k/month ► Checkout Our Upcoming Software, Breezeway - Never Second-Guess Your Meta Ads Again ► Follow Josh on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | TikTok |
https://smartsolve.com/An amazing innovation from SmartSolve! With CEO and co-founder Jonathan Jakubowski and Director of Flexible Packaging Dr. Vidhu Nagpal In this conversation, Jonathan Jakubowski discusses the intersection of faith and innovation within his company. He shares how their core values, particularly innovation, are grounded in scripture, specifically Jeremiah 33. Jakubowski recounts the journey of developing a new polymeric solution to address the environmental crisis of plastics, highlighting the role of prayer and vision in the creative process.TakeawaysIncorporating scripture into core values fosters deeper meaning.Innovation often arises from recognizing a pressing crisis.Prayer can lead to creative breakthroughs in problem-solving.The journey of innovation is often collaborative and iterative.Faith can be a guiding force in business decisions.Understanding the environmental impact is crucial for innovation.Vision is essential for turning ideas into reality.Core values can inspire and motivate teams.Real-world problems require innovative solutions.The excitement of innovation comes from seeing values in action.TitlesFaith-Driven InnovationThe Power of Prayer in Problem-SolvingSound bites"He began to pray""An unveiling of a vision""What gets me up every day"Chapters00:00 Innovation Rooted in Faith00:24 The Journey of Discovery in InnovationKeywordsinnovation, core values, scripture, polymer, environmental solutions, Purinil-Zero, creativity, vision, problem-solving, faithhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cory-connors/I'm here to help you make your packaging more sustainable! Reach out today and I'll get back to you asap. This podcast is an independent production and the podcast production is an original work of the author. All rights of ownership and reproduction are retained—copyright 2022.
#660 What if you could turn product launches into full-blown fan experiences? In this episode, host Brien Gearin sits down with Michael Dodsworth, founder of Fanfare, the LA-based SaaS company helping brands like Nike and Supreme transform chaotic product drops into seamless, hype-driven events. Michael shares his journey from early engineering days and acquisitions at Salesforce to launching his own startup solving the headaches of digital and in-person product releases. He breaks down how Fanfare helps brands manage millions of fans in real time, prevent site crashes, and turn those frenzied “drop moments” into data-rich marketing gold. Whether you're building a SaaS company or planning your next product launch, this conversation is packed with lessons on scalability, customer feedback, and startup strategy! What we discuss with Michael: + Origin story and engineering background + Early acquisition by Salesforce + Lessons from Optimizely and Ticketmaster + Founding Fanfare to fix chaotic product drops + How Fanfare improves launch experiences + Managing millions of fans in real time + Turning drop data into marketing insights + Challenges and lessons in raising capital + Importance of customer feedback and iteration + Future vision for experiential commerce and AI Thank you, Michael! Check out Fanfare at Fanfare.io. Get The 5-Step Hype Drop Playbook. Follow Michael on LinkedIn. Follow Fanfare on LinkedIn. Watch the video podcast of this episode! To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to MillionaireUniversity.com/training. And follow us on: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Youtube Twitter To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors. Want to hear from more incredible entrepreneurs? Check out all of our interviews here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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In this podcast, discover the inspiring ecommerce growth story of Puresport, a brand that has carved a niche in the sports nutrition industry by championing authenticity and community. Founded by professional rugby players Grayson Hart and Adam Ash, and under the expert guidance of CEO Daniel Temm. Puresport was born from a quest to find natural alternatives to painkillers, leading to the development of drug-test-safe CBD products for athletes. The podcast explores the brand's evolution, highlighting how it has expanded its product range to include energy gels and other sports nutrition products.What you get from the podcast:Understand Puresport's core philosophy, which stands firmly against the quick-fix mentality prevalent in the sports industry. CEO Daniel Temm shares his personal journey from professional rugby to leading a brand that prioritises long-term health solutions over short-term fixes. Discover the importance of authenticity in building a community, through initiatives like running clubs and product testing.The episode touches on the challenges and strategies involved in scaling a community-driven brand while maintaining its core values. Puresport's commitment to authenticity is not just a marketing strategy but a foundational element that resonates deeply with its audience. Subscribe to get the latest trends and insights in ecommerce direct to your inbox: http://eepurl.com/gJFLtjChapters:[00:30] Introduction to Puresport and Its Founders[03:20] The Journey from Painkillers to CBD Alternatives[06:20] Building a Brand with Authenticity[09:30] Defining a Category-Defining Brand[12:30] The Importance of Community in Business[15:25] Influencer Relationships and Brand Credibility[25:55] The Foundation of Health: Supplements and Lifestyle[28:45] Building a Community-Driven Brand[32:15] Lessons from Product Launches[35:25] Leadership and Consistency in Startups[39:00] Navigating Subscription Models[44:35] Engaging Subscribers: Education and Retention
On this episode: Prince Andrew's “big news” move finally looks real, with chatter pointing to Royal Lodge exit drama and a scramble for new digs. Meghan Markle drops a $64 “As Ever” candle that claims to smell like her wedding day, and the internet's nose is… skeptical. George Clooney is reportedly boiling over a salacious Ghislaine Maxwell claim tied to Virginia Giuffre's memoir, and the pushback is fierce. Plus: Andy Cohen's Call Her Daddy revelations about John Mayer, Anderson Cooper, and a ketamine anecdote that belongs in a museum; fresh Taylor Swift reporting about behind-the-scenes “requests”; and Trump insisting the Gaza cease-fire will hold even after new strikes.#PrinceAndrew #MeghanMarkle #GeorgeClooneyDonate to the Star Legacy Foundation in the name of Diana Hope - https://secure.qgiv.com/event/letsnotbestillnewyork-2025/Get more AoA and become a member to get exclusive access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOfx0OFE-uMTmJXGPpP7elQ/joinGet Erin C's book here: https://amzn.to/3ITDoO7Get Merch here - https://bit.ly/AnthonyMerchSubscribe to the Anthony On Air Podcast here:Facebook - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirFBYouTube - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirYTApple Podcast - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirAppleSpotify - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirSpotTwitter - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirTwitterInstagram - https://bit.ly/AntOnAirInstaTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@anthonyonairpodDiscord - https://discord.gg/78V469aV22Get more at https://www.AnthonyOnAir.com
Shopify Masters | The ecommerce business and marketing podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs
One cold email landed Elavi in more than 50 Whole Foods Market stores. Learn the three-step pitch framework that gets buyers to respond in hours, not weeks. Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.
Benjamin and Chance react to the new M5 iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro launches. Apple also kills off Clips app and teases live immersive NBA content, and announces a controversial name change for the Apple TV streaming service. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin gets more excited about the upcoming Apple smart display based off some details from Mark Gurman. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Shopify: Grow your business no matter what stage you're in. Sign up for a $1 per month trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Material Security: Material Security is transforming how companies protect their most critical cloud assets. Learn more and see how it works at material.security. Hosts Chance Miller @chancemiller.me on Bluesky @chancehmiller@mastodon.social @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple unveils M5 chip, the next generation of Apple silicon Apple launches new iPad Pro with M5 chip, C1X modem Apple unveils new 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by M5 chip Apple Vision Pro gets the new M5 chip, Dual Knit Band, more Apple Vision Pro: PlayStation VR2 Sense controller in November, Logitech Muse and standalone Dual Knit Band available to order Apple Vision Pro to feature live immersive Lakers games RIP Clips: Apple abandons its quirky short-form video app Apple has already begun work on an H3 chip and next-generation AirPods: report Apple TV+ rebranded as just 'Apple TV' Apple smart home hub reportedly marks shift in how new products are built as price target emerges
What makes a product launch actually land? And why do so many fall flat? Daniel's OUT, Tamara's IN. She sits down with marketing leader Julien Savauge to unpack the difference between a launch and a go-to-market strategy, why most teams treat “launch day” as the end when it should be the beginning, and how great marketers use story to shift perception. So what matters more: release dates or momentum? Julien shares lessons from his time at Salesforce, Gong, and beyond, reveals why pre-launch momentum matters more than release dates, how to avoid internal misalignment, and why launches fail when they're built from the inside out. If you've ever wrestled with a launch that didn't hit its mark, struggled to get cross-functional buy-in, or wondered how to make your messaging actually resonate, this is the episode for you. Follow Julien: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julien-sauvage/ Follow Tamara: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamaragrominsky/ Sign up for The Marketing Millennials newsletter: www.workweek.com/brand/the-marketing-millennials Daniel is a Workweek friend, working to produce amazing podcasts. To find out more, visit: www.workweek.com
If you've been spinning your wheels creating products that barely sell, this post is your shortcut. Lisa spent 6 months making 9 different digital products and earned under $300. Then she used one AI prompt—what we call the Product Goldmine Prompt—and did $12,000 in 30 days. This post gives you the exact strategy so you can do it too. The Real Problem Most Creators Miss Most creators choose offers based on gut and passion. Winners pick offers based on buyer psychology—problems people are already paying to solve. That's what the Product Goldmine Prompt surfaces in minutes. Show Notes: MiloTree Free Plan Product Goldmine AI Prompt 6 Purchasing Triggers Test Join The Blogger Genius Newsletter Become a Blogger Genius Facebook Group Subscribe to the Blogger Genius Podcast: iTunes YouTube Spotify The 6 Purchasing Triggers Behind Every Best-Selling Offer After analyzing 1,000+ launches, every profitable product reliably hits at least one of these six triggers: Make money Save money Save time Move toward happiness Move away from pain Raise social status Here's the kicker: “Make money” and “Save money” offers can outperform by 400% because they solve expensive problems. That's why a $297 tax-savings guide can outsell cute $27 planners—same effort, different trigger, bigger profit. The Product Goldmine Prompt (How It Works) This AI prompt gets you a list of ready-to-buy product ideas in your niche—mapped to triggers, target customers, prices, and hooks—so you're choosing winners before you build. What you'll get when you run it: 20 product ideas in your niche The exact problem each solves Target customer Suggested price point ($27–$497) Which trigger(s) the offer hits (prioritizing Make/Save Money) Why buyers would pay now A one-sentence marketing hook The prompt intentionally avoids oversaturated spaces and focuses on daily frustrations and costly problems—so you're picking offers with real demand.
“Money Movers” provides investors with real-time analysis of the stories and the people attracting the attention of the markets each day. Capturing the energy of day's early trading, the program includes the breaking news and numbers driving stocks and sectors, helping investors make critical decisions. “Money Movers” anchors speak with the CEOs, government decision-makers and newsmakers who play a relevant role in how money is moving. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Danielle Kidney is the founder of The Creative Pack, a Los Angeles-based agency specializing in packaging design for CPG and DTC brands. With over two decades of experience in the industry—including work with Tesco and a diverse portfolio of well-known consumer brands—Danielle brings a wealth of expertise in every aspect of packaging, from strategy and brand storytelling to materials and production.In this episode of DTC Pod, Danielle breaks down the behind-the-scenes process of creating packaging that not only looks great but also delivers on function, compliance, and scalability. She covers everything from the earliest stages of design and competitor audits, to the nuances of materials, regulatory requirements, and print production. Danielle shares practical advice on how brands can avoid costly mistakes, streamline their supply chain, and create packaging that stands out both online and on the shelf.Episode brought to you by StordInteract with other DTC experts and access our monthly fireside chats with industry leaders on DTC Pod Slack.On this episode of DTC Pod, we cover:1. The importance of packaging in brand perception and sales2. Process: From initial idea to production-ready design3. Building a design brief and establishing project scope4. Competitive reviews and designing for hierarchy and function5. Balancing creative innovation with must-have regulatory details6. Collaborating with clients, manufacturers, and printers7. Prototyping, mockups, and unboxing experience8. Print technology, material choices, and cost management9. Regulatory review, legal claims, and compliance essentials10. Lead times, timeline planning, and pitfalls of rushing production11. Early-stage packaging vs. scaling up for retail and DTC12. Lessons learned: common mistakes and strategic tips13. Pricing, form factor, and packaging design as sales leversTimestamps00:00 Introducing Danielle Kidney & The Creative Pack05:42 The Creative Pack's client process: from idea to brief10:50 Balancing branding vs. functionality for sales and conversion18:03 Manufacturing realities: materials, dielines, and cost constraints24:39 Colors, mockups, and bringing digital designs to life26:22 Real-world costs of packaging mistakes and risk mitigation29:27 Regulatory musts: nutrition facts, barcodes, legal pitfalls35:10 Realistic timelines for packaging launches and scale40:33 Strategies for startups vs. brands scaling up43:23 Lessons learned and tips for optimizing packaging decisions50:20 Where to connect with Danielle and The Creative PackShow notes powered by CastmagicPast 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. Additional episodes you might like:• #175 Ariel Vaisbort - How OLIPOP Runs Influencer, Community, & Affiliate Growth• #184 Jake Karls, Midday Squares - Turning Your Brand Into The Influencer With Content• #205 Kasey Stewart: Suckerz- - Powering Your Launch With 300 Million Organic Views• #219 JT Barnett: The TikTok Masterclass For Brands• #223 Lauren Kleinman: The PR & Affiliate Marketing Playbook• #243 Kian Golzari - Source & Develop Products Like The World's Best Brands-----Have any questions about the show or topics you'd like us to explore further?Shoot us a DM; we'd love to hear from you.Want the weekly TL;DR of tips delivered to your mailbox?Check out our newsletter here.Projects the DTC Pod team is working on:DTCetc - all our favorite brands on the internetOlivea - the extra virgin olive oil & hydroxytyrosol supplementCastmagic - AI Workspace for ContentFollow us for content, clips, giveaways, & updates!DTCPod InstagramDTCPod TwitterDTCPod TikTokDanielle Kidney - Founder of The Creative PackBlaine Bolus - Co-Founder of CastmagicRamon Berrios - Co-Founder of Castmagic
Have you ever considered what lessons counterterrorism could offer to the world of entrepreneurship? In this fascinating episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia Dawood sits down with Niccola Milnes to uncover the surprising parallels between building a startup and combating extremism. The conversation kicks off with a thought-provoking look at how understanding the spread of ideas, from dangerous ideologies to innovative products, can be crucial to startup success.Niccola Milnes brings a truly unique perspective to the table. With 14 years of experience in counterterrorism across Africa, Niccola has devoted her career to analyzing how extremist organizations effectively spread their messages and recruit followers. Now a founder, she's turned her analytical skills toward the wellness industry, launching the children's supplement brand Little Boosties. Her journey from data-driven counterterrorism analysis to product development offers not just an unusual story, but real strategies for entrepreneurs.This episode dives deep into how psychological tools, network effects, and trust-building—techniques honed in counterterrorism—are also the foundation of ethical and powerful marketing. Niccola shares first-hand insights on launching a purpose-driven company, the critical importance of community, and why transparency and integrity must undergird every decision. Whether you're a founder, investor, or just curious about how cross-disciplinary thinking can spark innovation, this candid conversation is a must-listen. It challenges assumptions and offers actionable advice for anyone looking to authentically engage their audience and build something meaningful. To get the latest from Katica Roy, you can follow her below!https://www.linkedin.com/in/niccola-milnes-51b39234/www.littleboosties.com Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.comLearn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.comAnd don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood
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The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to welcome Melissa Cruz, CEO of GenIP, to discuss recent results and plans for new product launches. GenIP CEO Melissa Cruz joins us to discuss the company's milestone first half-year as a publicly listed entity. Fresh off releasing their inaugural half-year financial results, Cruz offers a candid assessment of how the business has performed since going public and the progress the company has made.The conversation delves into both the numbers and the operational story behind them, exploring what's working well and where the company is focusing its energy. Cruz also unveils GenIP's updated commercial strategy, which includes several new product launches set to reshape the company's offerings. A particularly interesting segment focuses on GenIP's plan to shift its client composition, targeting corporate clients to represent up to 45% of the mix. Cruz explains the benefits of increasing the number of corporate clients and what it means for the company's long-term positioning. The episode concludes with Cruz sharing the three developments that most excite her about the year ahead, offering listeners a glimpse into the CEO's strategic priorities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Please join Kelli McVay and leader Lori Miggins as we share an inside look at our upcoming product launch—a future fan favorite that takes everything you already love about one of our top sellers to the next level. In this episode, we'll walk you through what makes this product so special, how it will set your business apart, and the simple ways you can begin sharing it to create excitement. Get ready to Elevate your business with a product you (and your customers) won't want to live without.Find us at hughandgrace.com On Instagram @hughandgrace On Facebook @HughandGrace Email us at customercare@hughandgrace.com Music: Realize your dreams by Sergio Prosvirini
Today we've got a jam-packed episode for you, hitting on some of the things that are top of mind for us this week - product launches, Meta, partnerships, and more.First, we get into the value of teasing products and tactics on the best way to do that, how to make sure there's social proof and community buzz from day one, and the role reviews play in building momentum at launch. We also discuss how Hollow turned an organic Joe Rogan plug into a marketing moment, before diving into Meta tactics and what's actually moving the needle for Cody in terms of net new reach, from exclusions and bidding to the way we're approaching mid-funnel.Finally, we get into partnerships and what we've got going on at Jones Road and HexClad - why we're taking bigger swings, how persona-driven funnels fit into our strategies, and why it feels more like portfolio management than simple channel testing.If you have a question for the MOperators Hotline, click the link to be in with a chance of it being discussed on the show: https://forms.gle/1W7nKoNK5Zakm1Xv6Chapters:00:00:00 - Introduction00:11:18 - Pre-Launch Hype Strategies00:20:00 - The Power of Day-One Reviews & Social Proof00:33:40 - Joe Rogan's Organic Hollow Plug00:41:16 - Is Podcast Advertising Worth It?00:50:06 - How to Increase Your New Customer Rate on Meta01:00:02 - Unlocking Growth with Big-Bet Influencer PartnershipsPowered by:Motion.https://motionapp.com/pricing?utm_source=marketing-operators-podcast&utm_medium=paidsponsor&utm_campaign=march-2024-ad-readshttps://motionapp.com/creative-trendsPrescient AI.https://www.prescientai.com/operatorsRichpanel.https://www.richpanel.com/?utm_source=MO&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=ytdescAftersell.https://www.aftersell.com/operatorsHaus.http://Haus.io/operatorsSubscribe to the 9 Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@Operators9Subscribe to the Finance Operators Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@FinanceOperatorsFOPSSign up to the 9 Operators newsletter here: https://9operators.com/
In this episode of The Ticket, Ruth O'Brien, Senior Director of AI Support, is joined by Sean Reid, New Product Introduction Program Manager, and Beth-Ann Sher, Senior Knowledge Manager, to unpack how Intercom handles 500+ product launches a year. They share how the NPI (New Product Introduction) process enables both Fin and human teammates to deliver seamless support, why knowledge management is so critical in an AI-first world, and how cross-team collaboration ensures every launch is a success.Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dK77eHDupXA?si=bWmnyckXmaT2aj7NFollow the peoplehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthieob/https://www.linkedin.com/in/beth-ann-sher/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-reid-435681174/NewsletterSign up for The Ticket on LinkedIn: A newsletter bursting with insights and advice for support leaders who are navigating the shift to AI-first CS. https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-ticket-7158151857616355328/Say hiLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/intercom/X: https://x.com/intercomhttps://www.fin.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New Product Alert! That's right, we've just launched new 8oz shakers of some of your favorite Heath Riles rubs! Find out which flavors are available and where to find them in this episode of the Shootin' The Que podcast. Heath and Candace then share some of their favorite fall recipes, hear all about the new dishes that were just filmed with BBQ With Big Jake, and find out how Heath is practicing for the upcoming Jack Daniel's Invitational.0:00 - Start1:40 - New 8oz Shakers5:20 - Favorite Fall Foods16:22 - Cooking With Friends21:15 - Jack Daniel's Practice Cook22:41 - Mister Brisket Link (https://www.misterbrisket.com/heathriles)Join our online BBQ community "Shootin' the Que" on Facebook. Talking all things BBQ! https://www.facebook.com/groups/shootinthequeheathriles/Follow Heath Riles BBQ:https://www.heathrilesbbq.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HeathRilesBBQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathrilesbbq/Twitter: https://twitter.com/heathrilesbbqTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heathrilesbbqPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/heathrilesbbq6901/Heath Riles BBQ Products: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/allMerch: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/collections/merchandiseMore Heath Riles BBQ Recipe Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@HeathRilesBBQ/videosPrintable recipes at 'Shootin' The Que' recipe blog: https://www.heathrilesbbq.com/blogs/favorite-recipesAffiliate Disclaimer: Some of the links in this description are affiliate links where we may earn a small commission if you use them. This is no additional cost to youHeath Riles, pitmaster• 81x BBQ Grand Champion,• 2022, 2024 & 2025 Memphis in May World Rib Champion • 2025 Memphis in May Grand Champion • Award-Winning Rubs, Seasonings, Sauces, Glazes and Marinades/Injections#podcast #football #fall #recipes #new #applepie #bigjake #bacon #shrimp #jackdaniels #competition #cook #brisket #chicken #ribs #pork
Launching a product is thrilling, but without the right preparation, most fail to gain traction and eventually fail. In this special audiobook edition of the Perfect Launch System, Jon LaClare shares insights from Chapter 15 of the Perfect Launch System: What Not To Do: a crash course on avoiding costly pitfalls that sink 95% of new products.From weak messaging to poor pricing strategies, lack of demand validation to underfunded marketing, he reveals common problems to watch out for when launching or scaling. We also examine real-world case studies, such as Pony Up Daddy and Zero Picks, that demonstrate how strategically planning against these issues and utilizing smart research, bold positioning, and creative marketing can transform ordinary ideas into long-term success stories.In today's episode of the Harvest Growth Podcast, you'll discover: Why validating demand is more important than production speed.How to develop a compelling USP that actually resonates with customers.How to evaluate and choose the right pricing strategies.The danger of spreading too thin across every marketing channel.And much more!Don't launch blind: listen to this chapter before you invest heavily in production or marketing.Want the complete roadmap to launching and scaling your products? Visit www.perfectlaunch.com now to get your free digital copy of the Perfect Launch System book.To be a guest on our next podcast, contact us today!
Apple's new line of technology has begun to hit store shelves, including the launch of the iPhone 17 with integrated artificial intelligence. However, the new products come with hefty prices. We ask viewers if they're still motivated to buy new gadgets, as freelance tech journalist Andy Baryer and CBC business columnist Rubina Ahmed-Haq join the show.
Discover how you can skyrocket your product's success with the right launch strategy in today's rapidly changing digital world. In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Kevin Harrington and Seth Greene interview Jeff Walker, Creator of Product Launch Formula, who has helped generate tens of billions of dollars in product sales, guiding entrepreneurs, coaches, and creators to success. With the rise of AI and digital tools, Jeff discusses how his methods are evolving to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market, offering insights into how you can make your next product launch a game-changer. Key Takeaways: → How AI is reshaping the way content is created and marketed in product launches. → The difference between traditional infomercial-style selling and modern, relationship-based launches. → Why focusing on authenticity and human connection is more important now than ever in the age of AI. → Proven strategies to overcome skepticism in today's content-saturated market. → How to start a product launch on a shoestring budget with tools that are free or low-cost. Jeff Walker, Creator of Product Launch Formula, has helped generate tens of billions of dollars in product sales, guiding entrepreneurs, coaches, and creators to success. With the rise of AI and digital tools, Jeff discusses how his methods are evolving to stay ahead in an increasingly competitive market, offering insights into how you can make your next product launch a game-changer. Connect With Jeff: Website Instagram X Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get an exclusive look inside Nova Studios, where we explore their brand-new office setup, upcoming product releases, and expert legal insights on copyright law.In this episode, we cover:A tour and insights into Nova Studios' new office space—its design, workflow enhancements, and creative vibe.Highlights of current products and a sneak peek at exciting releases on the horizon.Practical guidance on copyright law—what creators need to know and how Nova Studios protects its work.Related Links Mentioned in This Interview:Visit their main site: www.novastudios.beSee collaborative or partner projects: www.dinosauriacreatures.comExplore creative productions and services: www.exetinct.co.uk(Repeated for emphasis): www.novastudios.beFollow Nova Studios on Instagram: @nova_studiosWhether you're into creative branding, product innovation, or intellectual property law—this chat is packed with insights from start to finish.
What happens when you walk away from the family business to chase an idea of your own? Jason VanDevere did exactly that, and grew his planner idea to a six figures business. Here in Part 1, he shares how the Goal Crazy Planner went from rough draft, to a product that has gained real traction. You'll learn: How he set up zero-cost focus groups Simple ways to recruit testers for free His launch & traction strategy How he went from idea to 6-figures If you're building something tangible and want real-world ways to test it, launch it, and get those first waves of customers, here Jason shares how. Do you like what you're hearing? Consider giving it a caffeinated thumbs up. We'd really appreciate it! Need a little (and sometimes big) push to start and stay focused to grow your side hustle? Dive into my online Masterclass: How To Turn Your Thoughts Into Wanted Things. For the full show notes head on over to the home of Side Hustle Hero. https://www.sidehustlehero.com/163 Connect with Jason: Goal Crazy website His book, Dream Driven Connect with Joan: Instagram Facebook About Joan Be on the show! Tell us about your side hustle success story!
Mastering Product Launches: Fanfare's Secret to Successful Drops Fanfare.io About the Guest(s): Michael Dodsworth is the founder and CEO of Fanfare, a company that aims to revolutionize high-stakes product launches and consumer experiences. With over two decades of experience helping brands and artists navigate events and product launches, Michael has a rich history in managing online and live event platforms. He previously worked with companies that have tackled issues like server crashes and bot activities. Michael's goal with Fanfare is to deliver fairness and transparency to fans while offering powerful tools to brands to convert hype into lasting loyalty. Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, host Chris Voss sits down with Michael Dodsworth, the founder and CEO of Fanfare, to discuss the complexities of high-stakes product launches and how they can be managed more efficiently. The episode is packed with insights into the world of consumer experiences, the pitfalls companies face in the digital and live event spaces, and innovative solutions offered by Fanfare to overcome these challenges. Michael shares his journey from an engineer intrigued by scale issues to an entrepreneur on a mission to transform product launches. He explains how Fanfare's front-end solutions help brands protect against server meltdowns and bot attacks during launches, creating a seamless experience for both the company and the consumer. The discussion delves into the importance of creating VIP experiences for fans and customers to foster brand loyalty, using data-driven strategies to ensure that loyal consumers feel valued beyond mere purchase history. The episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in event management, marketing, or consumer psychology. Key Takeaways: Fanfare provides innovative solutions for brands to improve the consumer experience during high-stakes product launches and events, preventing server crashes and bot issues. Building a consumer-friendly launch experience can significantly increase customer loyalty and conversions, transforming hype into sustainable brand engagement. The importance of creating exclusive, VIP experiences for your most engaged consumers can far outweigh traditional discount-driven strategies. Legacy brands can learn from the innovative strategies employed by sneaker culture and brands like Supreme, where scarcity and exclusivity drive consumer demand. Michael Dodsworth's journey from a Commodore 64 enthusiast to a powerhouse CEO highlights the role of passion and engineered solutions in solving complex market challenges. Notable Quotes: "We sit in front of whatever vendor you're using, and we'll facilitate that experience." "Fostering loyalty and fostering fandom is something we've started to see spill out into different categories." "What drives fandom with folks is not things like discount codes, it's exclusivity." "It's a really powerful model if you can achieve it." "We've seen brands go through this pain, and we wanted to capture that information."
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Position Squared introduces StudioX, an innovative 3D rendering platform designed specifically for marketers in consumer electronics, computing, and automotive industries who need high-quality product visualizations without technical expertise or lengthy production cycles.• Purpose-built to address the speed, accuracy, and consistency demands of product marketers• Democratizes 3D rendering by consolidating complex workflows into a single browser-based platform• Enables marketers to generate product angles, zoom into details, and create exploded views without specialized skills• Eliminates dependency on external design teams and multiple software platforms• Creates photo-realistic renders that properly showcase product design details, textures, and materials• Significantly reduces time from weeks to days or even hours for generating marketing visuals• Particularly valuable when physical products are still in production or limited prototypes are available• Ensures products always look authentic while maintaining creative flexibility• Future roadmap includes AI-assisted shot generation for rapid creation of lifestyle visualsVisit position2.com to learn more about Studio X and schedule a trial to experience how it can transform your product marketing visualization process.Studio X emerges as a game-changing solution for marketers struggling with the limitations of traditional product visualization methods. Born from Position Squared's own pain points in delivering high-quality 3D content to clients, this browser-based platform transforms how marketers bring products to life visually.The frustration is universal among product marketers: getting stunning, accurate product visualizations typically requires weeks of back-and-forth with specialized teams, multiple software platforms, and significant technical expertise. Studio X shatters these barriers by consolidating everything into a single, user-friendly interface that democratizes 3D rendering. Marketers can now generate photorealistic product images from any angle, create exploded views showing internal components, and highlight specific product features—all without specialized 3D skills.What sets Studio X apart from generic rendering tools is its industry-specific focus and enterprise-grade quality controls. As Vikram Raghavachari explains, "Your product is your hero. It has to look exactly or better than what it should be and accurate at the same time."Rajesh "M" Muthyalu: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajeshmuthyalu/Rajesh Muthyalu (or "M") is an award-winning creative professional with a 20-year track record in the digital space and currently our Experience Design team Position². M is a leader in transforming brands with creative excellence and strategic digital solutions. M has received multiple industry awards, notably being recognized as one of the 'Top 10 Chief Creative Officers' by CEO Insights.Vikram Raghavachari: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raghavacharivikram/Vikram leads our Computing Systems Business unit for Position2. Vikram possesses a deep understanding of how marketing and sales integrate to achieve ultimate growth potential. He was a senior Product Marketing Leader at Lenovo and Intel. He was our client before leading our client facinWebsite: https://www.position2.com/podcast/Rajiv Parikh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajivparikh/Sandeep Parikh: https://www.instagram.com/sandeepparikh/Email us with any feedback for the show: sparkofages.podcast@position2.com
Mastering Product Drops with Fanfare's Michael Dodsworth. In this episode, we explore how Michael Dodsworth, founder and CEO of Fanfare (www.fanfare.io), helps brands execute flawless product launches, avoiding common pitfalls like website crashes and bot invasions. From viral moments like Stanley's success to handling customer loyalty and the intricacies of fan-driven hype, Michael shares valuable insights into managing successful product drops. He delves into the importance of customer experience in driving loyalty, leveraging influencers, creating scarcity, and building a consistent brand narrative. Tune in to learn how to prepare for and capitalize on high-demand moments, ensuring seamless and engaging customer interactions. Want more? Visit fanfare.io Download the Hype Drop Playbook Connect with Michael Dodsworth on LinkedIn 00:00 Introduction to Viral Product Launches 01:29 The Importance of Customer Experience and Loyalty 04:00 Challenges in Product Launches and Drops 08:52 The Origin Story of Fanfare 17:30 Leveraging Scarcity and Exclusivity 21:41 Influencers and Audience Engagement 24:36 Building a Personal Brand 25:47 Experimentation and Viral Moments 28:19 Infrastructure and Scalability Challenges 36:27 Final Thoughts This is the Brands On Brands Podcast with Brandon Birkmeyer Don't forget to get your own personal branding scorecard at: https://www.brandsonbrands.com/scorecard CONNECT WITH ME Connect with me on social media: https://www.brandsonbrands.com/mylinks READ MY BOOK - FRONT & CENTER LEADERSHIP I launched a new book and author website. Check it out here. https://www.brandonbirkmeyer.com/fcl CHECK OUT MY COURSES Get tactical trainings and access to one-on-one coaching! https://www.brandsonbrands.com/courses SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER Get the latest news and trends on all things personal branding and the creator economy. https://www.brandsonbrands.com/newsletter
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Dave dives into Anker Electronics' success, the #1 largest Amazon FBA seller in the world. Dave talks about the controversial tactics they employed to reach the top and their innovative marketing strategies. This includes using KickStarter for product launches which admittedly is a very uncommon thing to see from a billion dollar company and the top talent they hired so early on. Even if you don't have ambitions to be at the top of the top, there are some things to learn from Anker. Get mystery shopped for your brand and 2 competitors of your choice FOR FREE! Stord will provide a detailed report that outlines the specific areas you are out performing your competitors and where your competitors are outperforming you. Learn how your consumers truly experience your brand today! Anker electronics is literally the biggest third-party seller on Amazon. But what did they do to get to the top? Apart from selling great products, hiring the best they could, and marketing their products well, it doesn't seem like anything special. In this episode, Dave dives into Anker's success and the 5 controversial tactics they employed into their business that propelled them to the top. The Big Takeaway Anker Electronics is one of the largest Amazon sellers in the world. The company was founded by an ex-Google engineer, Stephen Yang. Anker's success is attributed to some innovative marketing strategies, including using Kickstarter campaigns to pre-launch their products. They've also hired top-level talent quite early on for their business growth. Anker has avoided black hat tactics that plague the top of the top especially. Anchor has diversified into a completely different direction while also still being somewhat related. Timestamps 00:00 - The Rise of Anchor Electronics 10:03 - Innovative Marketing Strategies 19:05 - Controversies and Challenges 23:46 - Lessons from Anchor's Success As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested. Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!
[00:01:00] - When you think about your own journey, what pulled you into product marketing in the first place, and how has that perspective evolved across Salesforce, Box, MuleSoft, Google Cloud, and now Canva?[00:06:00] - Can you unpack what your LinkedIn bio quote means: "A good platform is a good story and a good story is also a good platform"?[00:10:00] - Two-part question:In some ways this means that the company has to be at a certain level, right? Early stage startups aren't really gonna have ecosystems - is that something you look for in your next role?What is ecosystem? Break it down - what does ecosystem marketing entail, maybe your day-to-day or week to week of what that's like to be an ecosystem marketer?[00:17:00] - Let's talk about building a product marketing team in a global environment, multiple offices around lots of time zones. How do you approach that? How do you even think about that? And has anything changed in how you think about this coming out of Covid?[00:22:00] - What's one piece of advice that you wish you had earlier in your product marketing career? Or what would you wish you could go back and tell yourself 10, 15 years ago?[00:30:00] - What's inspiring you right now, outside of marketing, maybe outside of Canva?Want more insights from Indy? Check out her Sharebird Profile.Looking to connect? You can find Indy here on LinkedIn.
Ever wondered what separates wildly successful Amazon brands from those barely breaking even? Noah Wickman, VP of Sales and Marketing at My Amazon Guy, pulls back the curtain on the strategies driving $1.2 billion in annual revenue across 400+ brands.Noah's journey from eBay reseller to e-commerce leader offers a fascinating backdrop to his practical insights. While many sellers feel discouraged by Amazon's increasing fees and competition, Noah brings a refreshingly optimistic perspective: "There are millionaires made on Amazon every single day." The difference? A willingness to invest in testing new approaches rather than operating from fear.The conversation dives deep into advertising strategy, revealing that My Amazon Guy allocates approximately 89% of ad spend to Sponsored Products across their client base—challenging conventional wisdom about ad distribution. Noah also shares a startling finding: about 20% of most sellers' ad budgets are completely wasted, with zero sales resulting from those expenditures. His practical advice for auditing campaigns and identifying these inefficiencies could save listeners thousands.Perhaps most valuable is Noah's framework for sustainable growth. He outlines the four unchanging pillars of Amazon success: catalog management, design, PPC, and SEO—with the latter being the consistent needle-mover for 90% of brands. "The more keywords you have, the more search volume you get. It's essentially just widening that funnel," he explains. Even brands doing $23+ million annually continue to optimize SEO monthly.For those struggling with profitability, Noah offers an unexpected suggestion: test price increases. "You can usually raise prices about 15-20% before your conversion really takes a hit," he notes, provided your listing already ranks well. This single insight could transform margins for many sellers.Ready to accelerate your Amazon business with strategies from someone who's seen what works across hundreds of brands? This episode delivers actionable tactics you can implement immediately. Subscribe now and join us as we continue to unlock the secrets of e-commerce success!How to connect with Noah:Website: https://www.myamazonguy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/myamazonguyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-amazon-guy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Twitter: https://x.com/myamazonguyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/myamazonguyReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call. https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show
Pavan Bachwal is a seasoned fintech leader with over 20 years of global experience in executive management, marketing, and GTM strategy. As vice president and head of financial services at Ericsson, he combines deep technical know-how with strategic marketing to drive innovation, partnerships, and customer value across markets. On The Menu:1. Leveraging Transaction Data for Competitive Advantage - API usage and feature optimization.2. Adapting African Mobile Money Success for Europe - Regulatory and market differences.3. Parental Control Innovation for European Markets - Family-focused financial services features.4. Four Pillars of Robust Go-to-Market Strategy - Technology, people, organization, licensing.5. Evolutionary vs Revolutionary Geographic Expansion - Stepwise growth over hockey stick dreams.6. Future of FinTech Marketing Trends - AI, digital assets, and real-time transactions.7. Compliance Requirements for European Deployment - GDPR, SAPA, SWIFT integrations.Click here for a free trial: https://bit.ly/495qC9UFollow us on social media to hear from us more -Facebook- https://bit.ly/3ZYLiewInstagram- https://bit.ly/3UsdrtfLinkedin- https://bit.ly/43pdmdUTwitter- https://bit.ly/43qPvKXPinterest- https://bit.ly/3KOOa9uHappy creating!#PavanBachwal #Ericsson #Outgrow #ProductLaunches #Data #MarketerOfTheMonth #Podcastoftheday #Marketingpodcast
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In this episode, we talk to one of our all-time favorite guests, and she'll discuss everything from her current e-commerce launches to brand strategy to making money with real estate franchises and even oil wells. ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft ► Watch The Podcasts On YouTube: youtube.com/@Helium10/videos Ever wondered how strategic partnerships and innovative ideas can turn humble beginnings into e-commerce superstardom? Join us as we catch up with our favorite guest, Janelle Page, who opens up about her incredible journey. From launching a supplement line with Dr. Sten Ekberg to designing stylish safety eyewear with influencers like John Malecki and NataLee from Designed to the Nines, Janelle's story is a testament to the power of creativity and collaboration. She also shares her latest real estate adventure, renovating a historic Victorian home in Utah. Discover the magic of transforming hobbies into thriving businesses as we discuss the rise of niche audiences. By channeling passion and utilizing innovative content strategies, we explore how her pickleball newsletter amassed 1,100 subscribers in just eight weeks, unlocking unexpected opportunities like creating content on a luxury yacht in Croatia. Janelle shows us the importance of marketing prowess in scaling a pickleball facility, "The Kitchen," and establishing a strong e-commerce presence, proving that with the right mindset, even pastimes can become entrepreneurial goldmines. Branding and storytelling take center stage as we delve into the art of launching successful products. Learn about creating the three-in-one charger, Alpha Charge, and the Mess Less brand, both tailored for entrepreneurs. Janelle illustrates the importance of knowing your audience and utilizing platforms like Kickstarter and TikTok for impactful product launches. Drawing inspiration from successful branding strategies, the conversation highlights how personal branding, strategic investments, and networking at business events can lay the groundwork for long-term success. Tune in for an episode brimming with insights and inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs! In episode 690 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley and Janelle discuss: 00:00 - E-Commerce Success Strategies With Janelle Page 05:30 - Testing Product Market Fit Before Investment 06:26 - Building Niche Audience in Pickleball 09:40 - Becoming Co-Owner of Pickleball Facility 15:25 - Entrepreneurial Brand Strategy and Product Launch 18:07 - TikTok Launch Strategy for Product Launch 20:21 - Investing in Branding and Diversification 30:01 - Investment Opportunities and Strategies 31:59 - Building Strong Brands Through Storytelling 38:12 - Amazon Seller Networking at Business Events
Break down the silos and boost your product launches! This episode reveals how syncing product and marketing teams early can sharpen positioning, shorten sales cycles, and create offerings your customers actually want.And don't forget! You can crush your marketing strategy with just a few minutes a week by signing up for the StrategyCast Newsletter. You'll receive weekly bursts of marketing tips, clips, resources, and a whole lot more. Visit https://strategycast.com/ for more details.==Let's Break It Down==05:16 Aligned Innovation through Collaboration10:16 Product Design: Who's It For?13:24 Product Development and Marketing Synergy15:17 Rapid AI Evolution and Adaptation19:35 End-to-End Platform Adoption21:50 Collaboration Between Product and Marketing25:23 "Align Marketing with Business Goals"29:01 Identifying Causes of Project Delays33:46 "Meeting Others Where They Are"==Where You Can Find Us==Website: https://strategycast.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategy_cast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategycast==Leave a Review==Hey there, StrategyCast fans!If you've found our tips and tricks on marketing strategies helpful in growing your business, we'd be thrilled if you could take a moment to leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback not only supports us but also helps others discover how they can elevate their business game!
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Trying to get attention for a new product or newsletter and hearing crickets? Jay Schwedelson drops a simple mindset shift that can actually double or triple conversions—without changing your offer. It's all about how fast you get people to act, and Jay has a playbook for doing it that works across email, social, popups, and even SMS. Plus, he weighs in on the Coldplay kiss cam scandal, where tech execs and brand marketers collided in the weirdest, most viral way.ㅤBest Moments:(01:01) Why even your most exciting announcement is likely to flop(02:14) The psychology trick that creates urgency instantly(03:15) How to “fake limit” a webinar and still give everyone access(04:30) Smart ways to reward the first few buyers, subscribers, or registrants(05:45) The exact tactic that got 1,000 signups in under 30 minutes(06:16) Jay's take on the viral Coldplay kiss cam mess—and the wild data behind it(07:45) Over $250K was bet on whether the CEO would be fired(08:15) A fast food chain's promo code response: ColdplayㅤCheck out our 100% FREE + VIRTUAL EVENTS! ->Guru Conference - The World's Largest Virtual EMAIL MARKETING Conference - Nov 6-7!Register here: www.GuruConference.comㅤCheck out Jay's YOUTUBE Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@schwedelsonCheck out Jay's TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@schwedelsonCheck Out Jay's INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/jayschwedelson/ㅤMASSIVE thank you to our Sponsor, Marigold!!Email chaos across campuses, branches, or chapters? Emma by Marigold lets HQ keep control while local teams send on-brand, on-time messages with ease.Podcast & GURU listeners: 50 % off your first 3 months with an annual plan (new customers, 10 k-contact minimum, terms apply).Claim your offer now at jayschwedelson.com/emma
This week on the Predictable Revenue podcast, Collin Stewart sat down with Dan Sahar, co-founder of Guidde, to unpack the messy path to product-market fit. This isn't a highlight reel, it's a real-world breakdown of what actually worked: from narrowing focus and charging early, to finding pull from unexpected places and riding the AI wave at just the right moment. Here's what early-stage founders can take from Guidde's journey and apply to their own. Highlights include: Identifying the Problem and Validation (00:42), Finding Product-Market Fit (10:20), The Importance of Product Launches (12:38), Harnessing Virality and Word of Mouth (17:47), and more. Stay updated with our podcast and the latest insights in Outbound Sales and Go-to-Market Strategies!
Launching a new product on Amazon can feel like navigating a minefield—full of potential missteps that could derail your success. In this thought-provoking episode, we flip conventional wisdom on its head by exploring what guarantees a failed product launch.By inverting the success model, we uncover critical insights that can transform your approach to introducing new products. Our conversation dives deep into the psychology behind defining success metrics before you begin, revealing how unclear goals almost certainly lead to disappointing outcomes. We examine why competitive research isn't just helpful—it's essential for identifying your unique position in the marketplace and crafting messaging that resonates with your target customers.The episode delivers surprising revelations about inventory management, with one host sharing a cautionary tale of their "best launch ever" that ultimately failed due to stocking out at the critical moment. We explore why having an established audience creates an unfair advantage for sellers, allowing them to generate initial velocity without deep discounting while collecting valuable feedback throughout the development process.Perhaps most valuable is our discussion of differentiation in today's crowded marketplace. Your main image and title must stop the scroll, but your entire listing needs to deliver on that promise with conversion-optimized content. We break down why monitoring metrics during launch allows you to double down on what's working rather than stubbornly sticking to your initial assumptions.Ready to transform your product launch strategy? Listen now to discover why the biggest mistake isn't launching a product that fails—it's not launching at all. Your next successful Amazon product might be closer than you think.
Most new products fail. But Jon LaClare has spent decades changing that.In this episode of the Garlic Marketing Show, Jon breaks down what really causes product launches to flop and how to fix it. From lessons learned at Kraft to the secrets behind OxiClean and BlueBlockers, you'll discover why most marketing fails and what the Perfect Launch System does differently.We dive into the crazy truth behind “But wait, there's more,” the power of authenticity in video, and how AI fits (and doesn't fit) into product marketing. Jon also shares what tools he's using for media buying and the #1 thing you must get right before your next launch.What You'll Learn:Why 95% of New Product Launches Fail—and How to Avoid ItThe Secret to 10x Success Rates for New Product LaunchesThe #1 Thing You Must Do for a Successful Product LaunchWhat Kraft's Early Failures Taught About Launching ProductsThe One-Day Strategy Behind BlueBlockers and OxiClean's SuccessThe Perfect Launch System and the 3 Ps of a Profitable RolloutThe Real Problem Most Marketers Miss in Product Launch CampaignsThe Truth About ‘But Wait There's More' and Billy MaysHow to Use AI and Video the Right Way in Product MarketingThe Role of Authenticity and the Media Buying Tools Jon UsesConnect with Jon LaClare:Website - https://www.harvestgrowth.com/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-laclare/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/p/DI4LwoaMiNT/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@HarvestGrowthVIDEOmarketingX - https://x.com/jonlaclareBook - https://www.harvestgrowth.com/perfectlaunchsystembookResources:Connect with IanDownload a Tackle Box!Supercharge your marketing and grow your business with video case stories today!Book a Discovery Call Today with Our ExpertsSubscribe to the YouTube Channel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.