The Ecom Show

Welcome to The Ecom Show, the go-to podcast for insights into the dynamic world of e-commerce and digital marketing. Today, we're thrilled to bring you a special episode from Budai Media. Our host, Daniel, is set to delve into the comprehensive guide on starting and scaling a digital marketing agency from the ground up.

In this exciting episode, Daniel will cover everything from the advantages and challenges of running a digital marketing agency, to essential resources and a diverse range of services that can be offered. Drawing from his rich experience of over five years, he will share invaluable insights and industry secrets that have helped him scale his own agency, Budai Media.

For our new listeners, here's a quick brief about Budai Media:

Budai Media is a Klaviyo Platinum Partner retention marketing agency that helps e-commerce brands boost their revenue with the help of email, and SMS marketing. In the last five years, we’ve worked with 200+ D2C brands and over $70 million in additional sales for them. Click on the link below to learn more about our services: 

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ 

Tune in to this episode to learn more about:

✅Why start an agency

✅What services to offer

✅How to find clients

✅How to deliver and keep your clients happy 

Thank you for tuning in to The Ecom Show. I hope you enjoyed this episode. Don't forget to subscribe and share your thoughts on this episode! 

Before you go make sure to grab your copy of ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media.’ This comprehensive guide is brimming with our exclusive insights, proven tips, and ready-to-use templates from our 100 highest converting emails that are guaranteed to elevate your retention marketing strategies.

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails  

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Hello, and welcome to the 250th episode of The Ecom Show! I can’t believe it’s been three and a half years since we began this podcasting adventure. I want to extend a heartfelt thanks to all the amazing individuals I've had the honor of meeting and interviewing, to the wealth of knowledge we've gathered, and most importantly, to you, our supportive listeners, who have been instrumental in our journey.

From our humble beginnings to this milestone episode, we've embarked on a truly remarkable journey. In today's special episode, rather than our usual guest interview format, I'd like to take a moment to reflect on our past episodes. Join me as we delve into the 11 best takeaways and insights from our last 250 episodes.

If you're new here, a warm welcome to The Ecom Show! I'm Daniel Budai, your podcast host and the founder of Budai Media, a customer-focused retention marketing agency. Over the past five years, we've helped more than 200 e-commerce brands generate over $200M in additional revenue. This podcast serves as a platform for e-commerce brands, marketers, and my own team members to share their success stories, lessons learned, and insights, all aimed at fostering growth.

To discover more about me and my agency, check out the link below:

In this episode packed with value, we're highlighting key moments from our interviews with a stellar lineup of guests:

✅ Aaron Coote, CEO and founder of Bausele Watches

✅ Raj De Datta, author of the bestselling book "The Digital Seeker"

✅ Erik Huberman from Hawke Media

✅ Benton Crane, CEO of Harmon Brothers

✅ Cale Owen, CEO of Gym Launch

✅ Ezra Firestone of Boom, Zipify, and Smart Marketer

✅ Brian Kurtz, author of the bestselling book "Overdeliver: 3 Golden Rules of Direct Marketing"

✅ Eric Bandholz, founder of BeardBrand

✅ Molly Pittman, author of "Click Happy" and co-founder of Smart Marketer

✅ Nick Shackelford, co-founder of Geek Ex

✅ Steven Sashen, co-founder of Xero Shoes

Interested in listening to all of these episodes? Explore our 250-episode special playlist for all the interviews featured in this episode:

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5cmClTG8pddMDHMc20AmQg?si=bobNuNeARmqZKFrTDLn1bA 

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ecom-show/id1516804075 

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Fh9kJAckRdhgIFtSCGVRT 

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Hello and a warm welcome to a special year-end episode of The Ecom Show! I'm your host, Daniel Budai, and I'm thrilled to share that we have a fantastic returning guest with us today – the incredible Chloe Thomas!

In case you missed Chloe's last visit, you can catch up by clicking the link below.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/88-chlo%C3%AB-thomas-from-ecommerce-masterplan-5-trends/id1516804075?i=1000549973567 

Chloe is a seasoned pro in the e-commerce world – hosting two podcasts, authoring a bestselling book, and offering tech advice on her website. Today, Chloe is back to share some valuable insights about e-commerce as we wrap up 2023.

But before we dive into the conversation, let's give a big shoutout to our sponsor, Budai Media. As a Klaviyo Platinum Partner, Budai Media is an e-commerce powerhouse, specializing in retention marketing. They've helped over 160 brands significantly increase sales, contributing to an impressive $60 million in revenue. To explore how Budai Media can elevate your brand, click the link below.

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ 

Now, back to our conversation with Chloe Thomas. Here's a glimpse of what we'll be diving into:

✅ Chloe's expert advice on choosing the right tech for your online store.

✅ The importance of building a strong brand and how to do it.

✅ A sneak peek into 2024 with Chloe, discussing the big e-commerce trends.

✅ Discover how affiliate and influencer marketing can give your brand a boost.

Thank you for being part of The Ecom Show community. If you liked this episode make sure to subscribe and share this podcast with a friend. Remember, our growth is organic, and your support means the world to us.

Before you go make sure to grab a FREE copy of our ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media.’ This guide is packed with secrets, tips, and templates from 100 of our highest converting emails from different niches, and is designed to help you skyrocket your retention marketing game. 

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails  

Enjoyed listening to Chloë? Check out her podcasts and website to gain more valuable e-commerce updates:

https://keepoptimising.com/ 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ecommerce-masterplan/id1005744797 

https://ecommercetech.io/ 

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Welcome to The Ecom Show. I’m Daniel, your retention marketing friend and podcast host, and in this episode, we're going to dive into the costs associated with hiring a retention marketing agency and the logic behind these costs. This episode is perfect for marketers and agency owners who are trying to figure out how to price their services, as well as businesses seeking guidance before hiring their next marketing agency.

For all the new listeners out there, here's a brief intro: The Ecom Show is an e-commerce podcast where I share insights and experiences that I’ve gained over the past five years of  running Budai Media, a retention marketing agency that's partnered with close to 200 e-commerce stores and generated more than $70 million in additional sales revenue. Besides my own stories, I also bring in e-com owners, agency heads, and top marketers to share their success stories and lessons. Click the link below to check out my agency:

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/

In this episode, you'll learn about:

✅ Popular pricing structures in retention marketing

✅ The ideal team size for effective retention marketing

✅ Standard agency costs in the US

✅ A detailed look at our own pricing structure

✅ Tips for selecting the right pricing model for your needs

✅ Guidance on budgeting for email and SMS marketing

Thanks for tuning in to this episode. If you liked listening to this episode please click on the subscribe button, leave us a review, and share this episode with at least one of your friends. Our growth is purely organic and your likes and support help us grow and continue doing what we love. 

Before you go, make sure that you grab a FREE copy of our ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media.’ This comprehensive guide is brimming with our exclusive insights, proven tips, and ready-to-use templates from our 100 highest converting emails that are guaranteed to elevate your retention marketing strategies.

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails

Follow us on social media to get more retention marketing tips and insights: 

Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/

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Welcome to The Ecom Show, your go-to podcast for everything e-commerce. I’m your host, Daniel Budai, and today we're delving into how family relationships can shape and drive business success. 

Before we get started, here’s a quick note about us:

The Ecom Show is a bi-weekly e-commerce podcast sponsored by Budai Media. Over the past five years, I’ve collaborated with over 160 brands, helping them generate in excess of $60 million in additional sales revenue. This journey has been incredibly enlightening, with each partnership offering unique insights and profoundly shaping my perspective on e-commerce. I launched this podcast as a platform to spotlight e-commerce success stories and foster a community where budding e-commerce owners and marketers can exchange experiences, learn, and grow together.

Click on the link below to learn more about us:

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/  

In today's episode, we're joined by Garrett Peters, one of the four co-founders of Duncan and Stone Paper Company, a family-run stationery brand that has made a significant mark in the e-commerce industry. Garrett will share the origin story of Duncan and Stone, revealing how they've successfully navigated the complexities of running a family business with partners in the digital age. He'll also dive into their focus on organic growth and the strategies that have helped them stand out in a crowded market.

Click on the link below to check them out: 

https://www.duncanandstone.com/ 

Join us as we discuss:

✅The dynamics and challenges of mixing family with business in e-commerce.

✅The role of organic growth and marketing strategies in building Duncan and Stone.

✅Insights into navigating the e-commerce landscape as a family business.

Thank you for tuning in to The Ecom Show. Don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with a friend. Your support helps us grow organically and continue bringing valuable content to the e-commerce community.

Also, be sure to grab your copy of the ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media’ before you leave. Packed with our trade secrets, expert advice, and practical templates, this guide is your key to mastering the art of retention marketing.

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails  

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Hey Budai Nation! We're thrilled to have you tune in to The Ecom Show, the ultimate platform where e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agencies share invaluable insights and strategies. I'm your host, Daniel Budai, and today we're venturing into the artistic and innovative world of designer lighting with our guests from Peared Creation. Their journey from a startup in a garage to a leading e-commerce brand is nothing short of inspiring.

A quick introduction for our new listeners:

Budai Media is a Klaviyo Platinum Partner and a powerhouse in retention marketing for e-commerce. Our expertise in email and SMS marketing has helped over 160 brands significantly increase their sales, contributing to more than $60 million in revenue. To learn how we can help your brand shine, click the link below.

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ 

Now, let's focus our spotlight on today's guests. Jay, the innovative founder of Peared Creation, and Aaron, the dedicated Trade Manager, are here to share their remarkable decade-long journey. Join us as we explore how they transitioned from selling in Jay’s grandmother's garage 

to scaling up to a multifaceted designer lighting brand, delighting over 80,000 customers.

Click on the link below to visit Peared Creation:

https://www.pearedcreation.com/ 

 Join us as we discuss: 

✅The challenges and successes in building an e-commerce brand.

✅Why failing on Amazon was one of the best things to happen to their brand

✅Strategies for achieving organic traction and customer satisfaction.

✅The role of customization in their product offerings.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode. Don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with a friend. Remember, our growth is organic, and your support means the world to us.

Before you go make sure to check out the ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media.’ This guide is packed with our secrets, tips, and templates, designed to help you skyrocket your retention marketing game. 

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails  

Follow us on social media to get more retention marketing tips and insights: 

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Welcome to The Ecom Show. Your trusted source for uncovering the latest news, strategies, and success stories in the world of e-commerce one brand at a time. I’m your host Daniel Budai, and this episode is a part of our ‘Budai Media Specials,’ a series where we share the retention marketing strategy behind some of our biggest client wins. 

Before we get started, I’d like to quickly introduce my agency for all the new listeners out there. Budai Media is a Klaviyo Platinum Partner retention marketing agency that helps e-commerce brands boost their revenue with the help of email, and SMS marketing. In the last five years, we’ve worked with 160+ D2C brands and over $60 million in additional sales for them. Click on the link below to learn more about our services: 

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ 

Today, I’m sitting down with Kushan, one of the lead customer success managers at Budai Media to discuss how our setup helped a luxury sauna brand generate $800k extra revenue in just six months. In this episode Kushan will guide us through the entire strategy, and share tips on how to approach email and SMS marketing for luxury products.

Join us as we talk about:

✅The initial email flows we established and their impact

✅Why content emails worked better than promotional emails for this sauna brand

✅The journey to generating $800k in six months.

Thank you for tuning in to The Ecom Show. I hope you enjoyed this episode. Don’t forget to subscribe and share this podcast.

Before we close, don't forget to grab your copy of ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media.’ This comprehensive guide is brimming with our exclusive insights, proven tips, and ready-to-use templates from our 100 highest converting emails that are guaranteed to elevate your retention marketing strategies.

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails  

Follow us on social media to get more retention marketing tips and insights: 

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Welcome back to The Ecom Show, your go-to podcast for everything e-commerce. I’m your host, Daniel Budai, and I’m excited to bring you today’s episode where we dive into the innovative world of kitchen tools and the exciting journey of crowdfunding.

Before we get started, I’d like to take a quick minute to introduce my agency, Budai Media, to all the new listeners out there:

Budai Media is a Klaviyo Platinum Partner retention marketing agency that helps e-commerce brands increase their customers lifetime value with the help of email, and SMS marketing. In the last five years, we’ve worked with more than 160 e-commerce brands and generated more than $60 million in additional sales for them. Click on the link below to learn more about our services: 

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ 

In this episode, we have the pleasure of talking with Matthew, the founder of Tidy Board, a revolutionary meal prep system that started with a cutting board and has now expanded into a range of kitchen utensils. With over 65,000 TidyBoards sold and over $1 million raised on Kickstarter and Indiegogo, Matthew's story is a testament to innovation and effective marketing in the crowded space of kitchenware. 

Click on the link below to learn more about TidyBoard: 

https://tidyboard.com/

Today, we'll explore:

✅ The inception and evolution of TidyBoard.

✅How LaunchBoom helps brands reach their Kickstarter/Indiegogo goal. 

✅Tidy Board’s secret to creating click worthy ads. 

✅Hiring full-time vs working with agencies. 

✅ Matthew’s personal insights and tips on crowdfunding. 

Thank you for tuning in to The Ecom Show. Don’t forget to subscribe and share this podcast. Stay tuned for more episodes as we continue to explore the dynamic world of e-commerce.

As we wrap up, remember to check out the ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media.’ This guide is packed with our secrets, tips, and templates, designed to help you skyrocket your retention marketing game. 

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails  

Follow us on social media to get more retention marketing tips and insights: 

Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/

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Welcome to another episode of The Ecom Show, where we delve into the fascinating world of e-commerce, bringing you stories from leading agencies, brands, and entrepreneurs. I’m Daniel Budai, your host, and the founder of Budai Media. A retention marketing agency that helps e-commerce brands increase their customer lifetime value with the help of email and SMS marketing. Having collaborated with over 160 brands, we've successfully generated more than $60 million in additional revenue for them. 

Click on the link below to learn more about our work:

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ 

Today's episode features Jason Sealand, the co-founder of Mad Viking Beard, a men's grooming brand that started as a casual get-together among friends and grew into a community of over 1 million customers. Jason shares his journey from organizing a simple beard competition to launching a successful business, emphasizing the importance of community, persistence, and market adaptation.

For more insights and to check out Mad Viking Beard's unique products, click on the link to their website.

https://madvikingbeard.com/ 

In this episode we’ll discuss:

✅Their origin story

✅How Jason built his brand around a community

✅Balancing in-house and agency efforts.

✅Adapting to market changes.

✅The role of charity work and social values in Mad Viking Beard's brand identity.

✅Jason's personal lessons and advice for aspiring e-commerce entrepreneurs.

And that’s a wrap on today’s episode. Thanks for tuning in! If you enjoyed listening to this episode please consider leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform. 

Your feedback is invaluable in helping us spread the word.

Stay tuned for more episodes, and join us as we continue to explore the exciting world of e-commerce.

Subscribe to The Ecom Show for the latest insights and stories from the front lines of the industry.

P.S. Don’t forget to grab your FREE copy to, "The Ultimate 100 Email Guide." I personally went through the 450,000,000 emails my team and I have sent out through the years, and compiled the Top 100 highest converting ones into this value-packed document which contains all our secrets, tips, and templates. 

Download here:

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails

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Hey Budai Nation, 

Welcome to The Ecom Show, a podcast where top e-commerce agencies, businesses, and entrepreneurs share their success stories, challenges, insights, and experiences of hustling in the world of e-commerce. I’m Daniel Budai, your host for today’s show and the brains behind Budai Media.

A customer-obsessed retention marketing agency that’s generated more than $60 million in additional revenue through email and SMS marketing. In the last five years I’ve worked with more than 160+ e-commerce brands and helped them increase their customer lifetime value by 20-50%. 

Click on the link below to learn more about us: 

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/  

I’m joined today by D'Shawn Russell, the founder of Southern Elegance Candles. D'Shawn shares her incredible story of starting as a side hustle and growing into a multi-million dollar business. She candidly discusses the challenges of scaling up, the impact of COVID-19, and the tough decisions involved in streamlining her business. This episode is not just about success but also about the realistic challenges and hard decisions that come with running a business. 

Click on the link below to visit her website:

https://www.secandleco.com/

In addition to running a multi-million dollar business, D'Shawn also offers her expertise to other budding entrepreneurs. Click on the link below to learn more about her mentorship program:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dshawnrussell/ 

Coming back to this episode, here are some key highlights from this episode:

✅ D'Shawn journey from her basement to a 4000 sq feet manufacturing unit 

✅ Pros and cons of influencer marketing

✅ The importance of valuing profitability over vanity metrics

✅ D'Shawn's personal challenges and learnings as a first-time entrepreneur.

That's a wrap on today's insightful episode! Thanks for tuning in. If our show resonated with you, please consider leaving a review on your podcast platform of choice. Your feedback is invaluable and helps spread the word about our show.

P.S. Want to elevate your email strategies? Get your hands on our complimentary e-book, "The Ultimate 100 Email Guide." Dive into a treasure of industry secrets, expert recommendations, 

and a collection of 100 email templates.

Download here:

https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails

To keep up with the latest in e-commerce, join my agency and me on social media.

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