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Are you a retailer, brand, innovator, or content creator? If you sell on platforms with their own brands or generics, you’re probably putting your brand at risk. Here’s why: Many of the biggest e-commerce platforms don’t just sell third-party brands —they also create their own proprietary brands. This introduces a major conflict of interest. 🔴 The risk: These platforms can use data from your sales, customer feedback, and product trends to create competing products — often at prices you can’t match. This means your brand is now directly competing with the platform itself. 💡 Real stats: • According to a 2021 Business Insider report, one major marketplace’s private label brands grew rapidly, with over 150 brands across categories — often outpricing third-party sellers or offering near-identical products under different names. • Another well-known platform has been criticized for using data from third-party sellers to launch competing private-label products. This data-driven strategy means these platforms can undercut local brands, putting them at a real disadvantage. How can you compete when the platform has endless resources and access to all your sales data? ⚠️ The solution: It’s time to rethink your strategy and embrace new “good commerce” platforms like Cerqular, where your brand stays your own. No competing private-label products from the platform itself. Cerqular is built on transparency, trust, and supporting genuine brands, ensuring a level playing field for both sellers and consumers. If you’re ready to grow without the risk of being overshadowed by the platform, let’s talk. Don’t let your sales channel turn into your competitor. #RetailRisks #Ecommerce #BrandProtection #SustainableCommerce #Cerqular

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In the quiet corners of the digital realm, where algorithms hum and pixels dance, lies my passion—the art of e-commerce. Today, I invite you to step into my world, where Shopify stores become more than transactional platforms; they become experiences. 🌐 🎨 The Canvas: AS Bags AS Bags AS Bags—a symphony of leather, stitches, and dreams. Each bag whispers stories of craftsmanship, resilience, and the women who carry them. Let’s explore their collection together. 👜 🔍 The Analysis: Quality Meets Style Mini Zenith Quilted Bag: A masterpiece of precision. It’s not just a bag; it’s an heirloom waiting to be passed down. Fiesta - Crystal Sky: Stardust captured in a clutch. Imagine the conversations it has witnessed at elegant soirées. FAMTote - Camel Brown: Practical elegance—the kind that accompanies you from board meetings to weekend escapes. 🚀 The Strategy: Selling Without Selling Stories, Not Descriptions: When you read about the “Serpentina Chain Bag,” close your eyes. Imagine the hands that stitched it—their dreams, their hopes. Share these stories with your audience. 📖 Visual Whispers: Videos, my friend! Unboxings, glimpses of bags in real life, and styling tips. Let the bags speak for themselves. 🎥 Heartfelt Notes: Craft emails like handwritten letters. “Dear Bag Lover, we thought of you when we curated the Silo Bucket Bag. It’s like carrying a piece of Parisian magic.” 💌 Content Calendar Magic: Regular blog posts—trends, care tips, and behind-the-scenes moments. Become the trusted advisor. 📅 🌟 Conclusion: As the sun sets on our e-commerce journey, remember this: Every bag carries more than belongings; it carries connections. So, whether you’re a seasoned shopper or a budding entrepreneur, let’s celebrate the artistry of FAM Bags—one stitch at a time. 🌿 #ECommerceMagic #BagGoals #CraftedWithLove #ShopSmall #LinkedInStoryteller

🌟 Start Where You Are 🌟 "Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can." - Arthur Ashe Every great journey begins with a single step, and at NOIR & BLANCO | Shopify Plus Agency, we believe in the power of beginnings. Whether you’re launching a new Shopify store, enhancing your digital presence, or diving into performance marketing, the key is to just start. In the dynamic world of retail, standing still is not an option. It’s about harnessing the tools at your disposal and taking that leap of faith. At NOIR & BLANCO, we specialize in transforming these beginnings into extraordinary luxury digital experiences, driving performance and growth for retail. 🚀 Ready to elevate your brand? Let’s start where you are, and together, we’ll craft a digital journey that speaks volumes. #noirandblanco #shopifyexperts #digitaltransformation #retailperformance

✨ Where are my e-commerce entrepreneurs? ✨ Your online store– it's a living, breathing brand that resides in the hearts and minds of your customers. From the moment they land on your website to the unboxing experience, every interaction shapes their perception of your brand and influences their decision to click "add to cart." 🛒 Successful e-commerce brands aren't only visually appealing in one spot; they're consistent across alllll touchpoints, from your website to printed materials, packaging, - you get it. All the bits. These details play a pivotal role in building brand recognition and fostering trust among your people. So, if you're ready to craft a standout brand for your online store, I've got you covered! Check out my top tips on creating a memorable and trustworthy e-commerce brand, along with real life examples to ignite your creativity. 💡 https://lnkd.in/gbKeMZPU ✨ And if you're still on the hunt for the perfect designer to bring your brand vision to life, look no further! Let's chat about how I can help you create a cohesive and captivating brand experience that sets you apart from the competition. Click the link below to connect! https://bethanyworks.com/

Why Online Costs Are Stifling Growth for Jewelry Businesses ?💔💻 When launching a new jewelry business, you expect to focus on design, marketing, and customer engagement. But the reality? Most small business owners are spending far too much time and money just trying to keep their online stores running. Coding a website: Not only is it expensive, but making constant updates without a developer is nearly impossible for most business owners. Adding payment options: Each new feature means more fees, and those fees add up quickly. Site maintenance: Every little change, from updating product pages to inventory management, can turn into a costly hassle. These challenges are slowing down growth for many up-and-coming jewelry brands, pushing them to spend resources on tech instead of scaling their business. What if building and managing an e-commerce store didn’t have to feel like a full-time job? Simplifying the digital side of your business could be the key to unlocking your growth potential, without draining your time and budget. 💎 It’s time to rethink how we approach online jewelry sales, less tech frustration, more business success. But the truth is, you shouldn’t have to be a tech expert or break the bank to run your online store smoothly. It’s time to find solutions that allow you to focus on what matters, growing your brand and selling beautiful products. 💎 At CaratX, we know this pain all too well, and we’ve built a platform to solve it. Our e-commerce solution is built with small businesses in mind, no more surprise fees, no more endless coding, and no more dependency on developers to make changes. Our tech-enabled, frictionless platform allows you to launch and manage your business with ease. We handle the tough stuff, so you can focus on doing what you do best: selling beautiful jewelry. 💎 #JewelryBusiness #EcommerceGrowth #SmallBusinessChallenges #OnlineStoreManagement #SimplifiedSelling

How to Start an Online Boutique: A Step By Step Guide

Running a custom jewelry business is like crafting each piece with precision and care. But what if I told you that you can give the same amount of attention to your backend processes without getting tangled in the day-to-day operations? 🪄 Imagine this: Your online order intake from Shopify gets automatically synced with your production software—hello, Airtable. No more manual entries, no missed details on custom designs. As soon as an order comes in, the specifications are transmitted directly to your team, ensuring that every piece is crafted to perfection. But wait, there's more—after your stunning creations are ready to spark joy, automated shipping notifications via ShipStation ensure your customers are kept in the loop, eagerly anticipating their unique pieces. Using the right tools can revolutionize your workflow. Hint: If you need a guiding hand, there are agencies out there specializing in streamlining these processes. They help you focus more on what truly matters—the art of jewelry making. #BusinessAutomation #JewelrySuccess #Ecommerce #Shopify #Airtable #ShipStation #workfloagency

A day in the life of the Managing Partner of a bag manufacturing factory: 7:45 AM: Wake up and check my Shopify notifications first thing in the morning for sales we made on the website. It excites me the most! ✨ 8:30 AM: While S M Shakib is still asleep I attend to work calls, make breakfast and get ready. 9 AM: Wake my husband up! (I wake him up when I’m almost ready so he doesn’t complain why I take so long. 😂) 9:30 AM: Make our bed - a habit I’ve kept on from school. Even if you have a bad day, you’ll know for sure you come home to a well-made bed and a tidy room. 10 AM: Reach office, grab a cup of black coffee and go straight to look into the creative part of the business. - I work on our website - Check what features to add - Make sure everything is running smoothly 10:30 AM: Meet with the graphic designer to discuss the creatives and campaigns planned for the current month and next. 11 AM: Attend the meeting with our intern. We brainstorm ideas and content to shoot. 11:30 AM: Start the shoot for the day. (We don’t waste time and start shooting right away.) 12 PM: Take calls from corporate clients, sometimes participate in government and local tenders. 1:00 PM: Grab lunch - something I prefer doing with the team. We have fun conversations during lunch break. I feel it's a great way to bond. 2:00 PM: Go to the factory and talk to the production team about current production and upcoming work. 2: 30 PM: Sit with the finance and procurement team to get an update on all the expenditures, give the approvals when needed. 4 PM: Attend to the clients who are here on factory visit. 5 PM: Take rounds and talk to the workers. Work on new designs for Escape Bags. Head home by 6:30 PM (mostly) Seems like a long day, right? Well most days, yes. But I wake up excited for such long days - and that feeling makes it all worth it! hashtag #dayinmylife #entrepreneur #bagmanufacturing #bangladesh

🌟 When Dedication Meets Challenges: My Experience Working with a Clothing Brand on their Shopify Store I had the chance to work with the clothing brand Jimmywood a couple of months ago to create their Shopify website from the ground up and offer branding advice specific to the clothing sector. The project was a learning experience, not just professionally but also in terms of client management. While I’m proud of the work I delivered, it wasn’t without its challenges. The brand faced delays in providing essential materials, like product photos and business details, which slowed down the process significantly. Despite the obstacles, I decided to go the extra mile: ✅ Connected the client with affordable photoshoot services through my network. ✅ Provided additional insights to help position their brand better in the competitive clothing industry. ✅ Completed the Shopify website, ensuring it was ready to support the brand’s launch goals. However, I also realized the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing my peace of mind. As professionals, we often want to over-deliver, but it’s crucial to assess when a client’s approach is impacting your productivity and well-being. 💡 Key Takeaway: While it’s fulfilling to add value beyond the scope of work, choosing the right clients is equally important for sustainable growth. ⁉️Would love to hear your thoughts: How do you manage client relationships when the project doesn’t go as planned? Here’s a sneak peek of the website I designed...