eComFuel Podcast
Not Your Typical Business Show
The eComFuel Podcast (formerly known as the eCommerceFuel Podcast) features weekly conversations with entrepreneurs who are doing the impossible—building thriving businesses AND rich, meaningful lives.
Expect to geek out on business tactics, swap financial wisdom, share family wins, and hear the occasional story of adventures gone awry.
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Building a Self-Learning Shopping Cart
A majority of eCommerce owners have been led to believe that self-learning platforms are only available to those whose revenue is in the millions. While it is true that self-learning platforms are generally more expensive than typical platforms, they more than make up for their cost by dramatically increasing sales.
Lessons from Hiring Mistakes
eCommerce guru, Bill D’Alessandro is back on the show this week to join me in a review of hiring our first employees. We discuss everything from what we did right, where we were able to mix it up, and what we completely missed the mark on. We also take some time to catch up on what has been going on since our last episode.
Where Should You Be Investing Your Money?
On my landmark 50th episode, I am flying solo. I am discussing where you should be looking to invest your money as an eCommerce entrepreneur. Many entrepreneurs want to invest in their future, but don't know where to start. I show you how I allocate my financial resources across my businesses, personal investments, and other outside opportunities.
Bold eCommerce Predictions
Drew Sanocki, a 3-time show regular, is back to have an open discussion about where we believe the world of eCommerce is headed. Drew has been involved in eCommerce since 2003 when he created his company, DesignPublic.com. Since then, he has created and ran several companies including Mineral.io and Empire Growth Group.
Driving Traffic with Pinterest
Most ecommerce owners believe two things about Pinterest: that it is extremely difficult to see any real significant traffic and revenue, and that Pinterest is all about pretty pictures and fashion. While it is true that Pinterest is aesthetically focused, being that 80-90% of the users are women, it is also extremely content driven. In addition, when utilized correctly, Pinterest can drive over 500 visits per day to eCommerce stores.
Ezra Firestone Interview: When To Hire Employees vs. Contractors
Ezra Firestone is back on the show this week with a behind-the-scenes look at his life and business. We discuss all about the differences in how he staffs versus outsources with his companies Boom by Cindy Joseph and SmartMarketer.com. We also find out why he eats a worm on his Mastermind video call!
Managing Remote Employees
Working in the modern eCommerce climate has really thrown some of the traditional employment methods out of the window. Danny Robertson of New Industries Group knows all about working across borders. Danny has built up a number of businesses over the years, managing multiple eCommerce websites at a time with a team of employees that all worked remotely.
Launching a Business in 30 Days
Morgen Newman began his foray into the world of entrepreneurship as the Co-Founder of IdeaPaint in 2007. He established distribution in more than 20 countries and was heavily involved in the business plan, strategy, and successful launch of IdeaPaint in 2008.
Getting the Most out of the Canton Fair
This week, we welcome Austin Brawner to the show to talk about his amazing experience past April at the Canton Fair in Guangzhou, China. This fair, also called The China Import and Export Fair, happens twice a year in April and October, and is THE place to be if you are looking for goods to export.
Launching a Travel Bag with a $340,000 Kickstarter Campaign
Jimmy Hayes and his business partner, Doug Barber, love to travel. Throughout their expeditions, Jimmy and Doug would consistently run into one element of the travelling process that didn't quite meet their expectations of a great adventure– the gear. When they realized that they had to fill the need for better gear, Jimmy and Doug decided to quit their jobs in order to create products that make traveling faster, happier, and more efficient.
Building a Genuine Brand (Part 2)
On the previous episode, Ben Jenkins from One Fast Buffalo and Warstic has shared so much valuable insight to building a branding experience, that we had to break it into a two-part series. In this second half of the interview, Ben dives into the details of manufacturing and talks about the strength of the Warstic’s community.
Building a Genuine Brand (Part 1)
As a little boy, Ben Jenkins from One Fast Buffalo has always had design in his heart. With this passion, he has become successful in recreating business through branding. If our product or business needs some re-vamping, Ben Jenkins is the man for you.
Covertly Launching a Store with a Full-Time Job
Starting a successful online business while still working your nine-to-five is a path that many e-entrepreneurs are on, but only few succeed. Jeff of SoloStove.com is one of those successful “undercover” e-store owners. Over the past few years, he has built a beautiful lucrative online business while working a full time corporate job during the week.
