How to Win this Q4 → Kunle Campbell

Subscribe to Our Conscious Commerce Newsletter:Stay updated with the latest insights and tips by subscribing to our newsletter here: https://subscribe.2xecommerce.comShownote available on: https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/ep454/In this episode of the 2x eCommerce podcast, host Kunle Campbell discusses strategies for e-commerce businesses to win during the critical fourth quarter. With major retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Target launching early holiday deals, the importance of starting sales early is emphasized. The episode offers eight actionable tips on maximizing profitability: starting early and engaging VIPs, focusing on profitability through smart discounting, understanding contribution margins, switching email and SMS campaigns to holiday mode, leveraging influencer partnerships, optimizing retargeting, enhancing Google presence through reviews, and optimizing landing pages. Additionally, it highlights post-sale retention strategies to build long-term customer relationships. The episode encourages e-commerce businesses to execute a season-long strategy for Q4 and invites listeners to subscribe for more insights.00:00 Introduction to Q4 Strategies01:20 Early Engagement and VIP Strategies02:24 Balancing Profitability with Smart Discounts04:02 Understanding Contribution Margin05:45 Maximizing Email and SMS Marketing09:42 Leveraging Influencers and Retargeting13:49 Optimizing Landing Pages and Post-Sale Retention15:19 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsConnect with 2X eCommerce:Website: 2X eCommerce Website → https://2xecommerce.com/podcast/Instagram: 2X eCommerce Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/2xecommerce/Twitter: 2X eCommerce Twitter → https://twitter.com/2XeCommerceYouTube: 2X eCommerce YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@2XeCommerce/Get a Copy of Kunle’s BookElevate your e-commerce game with Kunle Campbell's book, "E-Commerce Growth Strategy: A Brand-Driven Approach to Attract Shoppers, Build Community and Retain Customers." Discover practical strategies and insights to boost your e-commerce growth.Buy on Amazon → https://amzn.to/3ybY6WSBuy on Walmart → https://bit.ly/3swOuDeBuy on Kogan Page → https://bit.ly/44DylLnBuy on Barnes & Noble → https://bit.ly/3Pgd4B4Buy on WHSmith → https://bit.ly/4bfr9r3Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by: REVIEWS.ioDrive Sales & Reduce Marketing Spending with REVIEWS.ioREVIEWS.io offers an affordable, all-in-one platform for collecting and displaying customer reviews. It’s easy for you to set up and simple for your customers to leave reviews, helping you boost both trust and conversions from anyone discovering your brand on Google.With REVIEWS.io, you can increase your Google conversions by up to 26%, improve click-through rates, and lower your ad costs—all with a platform built for busy eCommerce operators like you.Get 10% off your first year—mention ‘2x eCommerce’ when you sign up.New customers only. Terms and conditions apply.Creators & Guests Kunle Campbell - Host (00:00) - Introduction to Q4 Strategies (01:20) - Early Engagement and VIP Strategies (02:24) - Balancing Profitability with Smart Discounts (04:02) - Understanding Contribution Margin (05:45) - Maximizing Email and SMS Marketing (09:42) - Leveraging Influencers and Retargeting (13:49) - Optimizing Landing Pages and Post-Sale Retention (15:19) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts