90. eCommerce Business Owners: What They Wish They Knew Before They Started Their Business

eCommerce Badassery · December 14, 2021 · 17 min

Summary

This episode reveals critical lessons from experienced eCommerce business owners, focusing on what they wish they had known before starting their ventures. It emphasizes the importance of strategic planning around scalability, robust inventory management, and thorough product testing before launch to avoid common pitfalls and build a sustainable, profitable online business.

Key takeaways

• Prioritize scalability from day one by selecting adaptable business models, technology, and operational processes that can handle significant growth without disruption.
• Implement robust inventory management systems early to accurately forecast demand, optimize stock levels, prevent stockouts, and manage cash flow effectively.
• Thoroughly test products and gather customer feedback through MVPs, A/B testing, and surveys *before* heavy investment to validate product-market fit and identify improvements.
• Don't underestimate the financial implications of poor inventory control or the need for efficient operations from order fulfillment to customer service.
• Leverage community and mentorship resources, like 'The Lounge by eCommerce Badassery', for ongoing learning and to gain insights from others' experiences.

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Episode description

What do you wish you knew BEFORE you started your business? It’s so easy to look back and wish you’d done something differently. That’s why I asked the eCommerce Badassery Facebook Group what they wished they’d done before starting their business. Whether you’re just getting started or you’re already established, there is sure to be a quick little lesson or aha moment for you! What You’ll Learn Top tips from established eCommerce business owners Why you should always consider scalability before implementing new processes Why inventory management should be a top priority The importance of testing and getting feedback on your products Links Mentioned The Lounge by eCommerce Badassery: A Membership for eCommerce Business Owners http://ecommercebadassery.com/membership Limbo Imports https://limboimports.com/ Eye Candy Balloons https://www.eyecandyballoons.com/ Modesty Marketplace https://www.modestymarketplace.co/ Christina Kober https://christinakober.com/ Lotus Energy Drinks https://lotusenergydrinks.com/ Episodes Mentioned Episode 3. Make Money on Autopilot With These Must-Have Email Automations http://ecommercebadassery.com/03 eCommerce Benchmarks to Gauge Your Success http://ecommercebadassery.com/19 List Building for eCommerce http://ecommercebadassery.com/43 Read the Full Transcript eCommerceBadassery.com/90 FREE Resource Library Every freebie I’ve created to help you grow the traffic, sales, and profit in your eCommerce Business, all in one place! http://ecommercebadassery.com/freestuff Want More Badassery? Join the eCommerce Badassery Facebook Group and connect with other eCommerce entrepreneurs just like you! http://ecommercebadassery.com/facebook Let’s connect on Instagram @ecommercebadassery https://instagram.com/ecommercebadassery Ready to Level Up Your Email Marketing & eCommerce Business? Try the Klaviyo Email Marketing Platform - Built specifically for eCommerce, serving entrepreneurs, and iconic brands. https://ec

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about founder & leadership?

Prioritize scalability from day one by selecting adaptable business models, technology, and operational processes that can handle significant growth without disruption.

What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?

Implement robust inventory management systems early to accurately forecast demand, optimize stock levels, prevent stockouts, and manage cash flow effectively.

What does this episode say about product & merchandising?

Thoroughly test products and gather customer feedback through MVPs, A/B testing, and surveys *before* heavy investment to validate product-market fit and identify improvements.

What does this episode say about founder & leadership?

Don't underestimate the financial implications of poor inventory control or the need for efficient operations from order fulfillment to customer service.

What does this episode say about founder & leadership?

Leverage community and mentorship resources, like 'The Lounge by eCommerce Badassery', for ongoing learning and to gain insights from others' experiences.

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