· By Jordan West
Ep 616: 7 E-Commerce Brands, Millions in Revenue—Here’s What I Learned with Jordan West
Discover the importance of focusing on strategies and products that work, rather than chasing every new opportunity. Jordan shares a compelling story about finding gold and resisting the urge to dig elsewhere.
In this episode, Jordan West, despite the glamorous perception, Jordan reveals the roller coaster of wins, losses, and the crucial lessons learned along the way. Dive deep as he unpacks the three key lessons for thriving in the ecommerce industry: the power of building a community, the importance of doubling down on what works, and continuously improving your product. Jordan also sheds light on the critical consideration of choosing the right business partners.
Listen and learn in this episode!
Key takeaways from this episode:
- Building a Community: Creating a community around your brand is crucial for long-term success. A real community provides constant feedback and engagement among members, which can drive growth and improvement of products. It's more than just followers or email lists; it's about interaction and shared experiences.
- Doubling Down on What Works: When you find a successful strategy or product, focus on optimizing and scaling it instead of constantly looking for new opportunities. Leveraging existing wins can lead to greater success.
- Product Focus: The quality of your product is paramount. Continuously improve your products based on feedback and evolving customer needs. Even successful products need ongoing development to maintain their edge in the market.
- Choosing Business Partners Wisely: Select business partners who are on the same level, share the same drive, and have the capability to help scale a brand. A mismatch in partnership can lead to challenges and is often a critical mistake in business ventures.
- Community and Human Interaction: With advancements in AI, the value of human interaction and community will become even more pivotal. Building strong community ties can act as a stabilizing force for your brand against external uncertainties.
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