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83. The 4 big mistakes on your website

The Ecommerce Roadmap · November 2, 2021 · 27 min

Summary

This episode identifies the four critical website mistakes consistently observed in Shopify stores, functioning as "conversion killers." Ecommerce operators will learn what these issues are, how they deter customers, and gain actionable advice to audit and optimize their sites for improved sales and customer retention. The episode provides a clear path to turn website visitors into buyers by addressing fundamental UX and conversion principles.

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Themes

conversion & croshopify & ecommerce platformsdtc strategy

Topics covered

website auditconversion rate optimizationecommerce website pitfallsuser experience designcheckout process optimizationmobile optimization

Episode description

Are you making these "mistakes"? Check your site today. We have a group on Facebook called The Roadmap to 50K on Shopify. It's free to join, and inside you'll find lots of store owners like us, working hard on their Businesses. We share tips and strategies, and the members of the group support each other as they grow. Each week, I welcome the new members personally, and invite them to share a link to their site. I love to see what people are working on, so I make a point of looking at every single site. When I can add value I make suggestions. Here's why I'm sharing this. There are 4 big mistakes I see over and over. And it's important that I tell you because they are Conversion Killers! These are things that could be stopping people from ever returning to your site and making a purchase. So, today, I'm sharing the 4 big ones. I want you to listen in, and check your site! And, this is the perfect time to give you a little gift. It's a lesson from Conversion School in our Inner Circle Training. Drop your email and we'll send you a 7 minute Conversion Audit that will make sure you've covered all the bases, and your site is ready to get sales! The lesson is yours to keep, and there's even a checklist that you can download https://thesocialsalesgirls.com/83 Join our free group, the Roadmap to 50K on Shopify here https://www.facebook.com/groups/TSSGSupportCommunity Don't forget to share a link to your site and say Hi!

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
Prioritize intuitive website navigation and clear information architecture; confusing site structures or disorganized product catalogs are major conversion killers that frustrate users and lead to abandonment.
What does this episode say about shopify & ecommerce platforms?
Optimize product presentation with high-quality images, comprehensive descriptions, and visible trust signals like customer reviews to build confidence and clearly communicate value.
What does this episode say about dtc strategy?
Streamline the checkout process by offering guest checkout, minimizing form fields, clearly displaying all costs upfront, and providing diverse payment options to reduce cart abandonment.
What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
Ensure your website is fully mobile-optimized, fast-loading, and responsive across all devices to cater to the majority of online shoppers and prevent a clunky user experience.
What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
Conduct a "7 Minute Conversion Audit" using the provided free lesson and checklist to systematically identify and rectify critical website errors impacting sales.

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