Ralph and Lauren are talking about the evolving world of TikTok commerce with two powerhouse guests from TikTok, Michelle Caglar and Jose Villalobos. They’re discussing the game-changing tools Smart Plus and GMV Max, breaking down how brands—whether they're TikTok Shop veterans or just getting started—can leverage automation, creative authenticity, and ROI-driven strategies to scale smarter, not harder. This episode is a must-listen for marketers looking to turn TikTok into their next big growth channel while keeping their campaigns efficient, creative, and downright profitable.

Chapters

• 00:00:00 – Where Algorithms Meet Ambition
• 00:00:45 – Guest Stars: Michelle Caglar and Jose Villalobos
• 00:03:25 – Behind the Hashtag: Stories That Sell
• 00:07:30 – Affiliate Hustle: The Influencer Blueprint
• 00:17:07 – Smart Ads, Smarter Results
• 00:25:50 – Creative Automation: Ads That Think
• 00:26:56 – GMV Max: ROI on Autopilot
• 00:28:03 – Paid vs. Organic: The Traffic Tango
• 00:29:14 – Performance, Perfected
• 00:33:46 – Success Chronicles: Lessons from the Frontlines
• 00:35:48 – Scaling Secrets: Bigger Budgets, Bigger Wins
• 00:38:01 – $200 Playbook: Small Budget, Big Moves
• 00:47:47 – Final Nuggets of Wisdom

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