Ecommerce Playbook: Numbers, Struggles & Growth

Struggling to balance your Amazon sales with your DTC (direct-to-consumer) growth? In this episode, we reveal how to transform Amazon from a competitor into a crucial ally for boosting your entire ecommerce business. Join Richard and Taylor as they break down why Amazon and DTC should no longer be siloed, and how incorporating Amazon into your forecasting can revolutionize your profitability.

Discover why most brands mistakenly separate Amazon from their DTC strategies, leading to inefficiencies and competition within their own sales channels. Learn how to merge your media spend and revenue tracking for Amazon and your website into one cohesive strategy, identify true incremental revenue, and make smarter advertising decisions that maximize returns across all platforms.

We also share practical insights on new data integration techniques, how to run geoholdout studies, and why understanding the impact of your ad spend across channels is mission critical for ecommerce growth in 2025.

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Welcome back to the Podcast! On this episode Taylor is joined by Joy Sharma, to discuss the explosive rise of the CTC Global Accelerator – scaling from 5 to 30 clients in just 4 months. With demand through the roof, we’re now on a mission to find exceptional talent worldwide!

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We’re Hiring! If you’re ambitious and driven, this is your chance to learn from the best, work with cutting-edge systems, and elevate your career.

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In this episode of the podcast, we explore the critical disconnect between finance-driven revenue forecasting and the actual marketing actions that generate revenue. Richard and Taylor jump deep into how finance teams often miss the mark when predicting revenue growth—because they lack control over the marketing levers that drive results.

Join us as we unveil CTC’s Event Effect Model, an approach that empowers marketers to take charge of revenue forecasting. By leveraging historical data, marketing events, and detailed actions, this model allows ecommerce brands to transform their future predictions into actionable plans.

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If you’re ready to rethink how your ecommerce brand approaches revenue forecasting and take control of your future, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Hit that subscribe button, drop a like, and let's dive into the future of revenue forecasting!

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Are you making the critical Black Friday budget mistake that could sabotage your entire month’s revenue? In this episode of the Podcast, we talk about why underspending on Black Friday could be the biggest misstep for your November sales and how to avoid it. 

Taylor breaks down the importance of concentrated spending on Black Friday and Cyber Monday and shares actionable insights on pacing your budget for maximum returns. Don’t let outdated strategies or early-bird sales trends pull you away from what really works!

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If you’re looking to make the most of your holiday sales season, this episode is a must-watch. Hit subscribe for more eCommerce strategies and tips, and make sure you’re ready to win big this Black Friday!

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In this special Halloween episode Taylor and host Richard dive into the spooky truth behind Election Week’s impact on ad campaigns. With an unprecedented wave of political spending flooding digital platforms, advertisers need to prepare for shifting CPMs, reduced conversions, and increased competition—especially in swing states.

From understanding the effects on Meta and Google ads to insights on how to handle performance dips, we’ve got the data and strategies to help you weather the storm. Don’t panic! Taylor and Richard walk through what to expect, how to adapt, and why staying the course is critical for keeping your ads on track as we approach Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

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Are you struggling to keep your ecommerce business profitable? In this episode of the podcast, we dive deep into Common Thread Collective’s Profit System—the tried-and-true method helping ecommerce brands achieve predictable, consistent growth. Join host Richard and our sales experts, Matt and Peter, as they walk us through the key steps to building a data-driven strategy for profitability, even in challenging markets.

From data integrity and customer acquisition models to marketing allocation and performance tracking, we cover every essential part of this system that’s transforming brands and helping them not just survive but thrive in 2024 and beyond. 

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In this month's State of the Industry, we tackle some of the biggest questions facing ecommerce brands in 2024. Why are 7-figure stores seeing a slowdown in growth? How are political ad spending and shifting consumer behaviors affecting your bottom line? And most importantly, what can you do about it heading into the critical Q4 period?

Join our panel of experts as we break down the data behind the Direct-to-Consumer Confidence Index (DTCCI) and explore theories on why revenue growth is stalling. We’ll discuss the impact of the upcoming election, the growing trend of value driven consumers waiting for bigger discounts, and how large ecommerce brands are adjusting their strategies in a tighter, more competitive market. Plus, we’ll dig into what this means for Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and your holiday sales.

If you’re navigating the complexities of ecommerce right now, this episode is packed with insights to help you adjust your strategy and drive profitability. Don’t miss these critical discussions on the future of DTC brands!

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Want to dominate this Black Friday and Cyber Monday? In this episode Richard and Luke reveal the top 5 essential strategies that will supercharge your sales and help you maximize profits during the busiest shopping season of the year!

From crafting irresistible offers to optimizing your media spend, we’re giving you a proven game plan to stand out from the competition and make sure your business ends the year with a bang. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started, these tips are critical to your success.

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Don't miss these must-do strategies – your Black Friday success depends on it!

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In this episode, Taylor shares his biggest critique of cost controls in digital advertising.

Join Richard and Taylor as they explore the limitations of cost controls, including the challenges of relying on human logic and consistency in a constantly evolving ad landscape. They dive into the role of AI in ad management, the struggle to trust automation, and the emotional hurdles that often lead to poor decision-making.

Taylor also shares insights on how to optimize campaigns for long term success by balancing human creativity with machine driven precision. This episode is a must watch for anyone interested in digital marketing strategy, campaign optimization, and the future of AI in ecommerce!

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Get ready for the holiday season with expert SEO insights designed to help you maximize organic traffic and boost revenue! In this episode Richard sits down with Travis Bichelle, CTC’s Director of SEO, to break down essential SEO strategies tailored for Q4 and holiday promotions in 2024.

From understanding organic search declines to building robust metadata, schema markup, and leveraging Google Merchant Center, we dive into actionable steps to ensure your ecommerce site captures holiday shoppers and increases conversions. Plus, we share a sprint checklist to optimize your site’s performance before Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and beyond!

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