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Episode 8: The Importance of Conversion | Amazon Prime Day and Conversion

The Smartest Amazon Seller · July 23, 2019 · 24 min

Summary

This episode emphasizes that while Amazon Prime Day offers a sales surge, sustainable success hinges on optimizing conversion rates. Sellers will learn how Amazon's algorithm prioritizes conversion, methods to measure it, and actionable strategies—including product image optimization—to significantly boost their product performance and visibility on the platform.

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Themes

amazon & marketplacesconversion & croanalytics & attribution

Topics covered

amazon prime day strategiesamazon conversion rate optimizationamazon a9 algorithmproduct listing optimizatione-commerce conversion toolsproduct image optimization

Episode description

In this episode, Scott discusses Amazon Prime Day and Conversion. Amazon uses Prime Day to get as many people as possible onto the subscription. However, while Prime Day is important, conversion is one of the most important things to focus on to become a top seller. The feedback loop in Amazon's algorithm has a focus on conversion and this can have a positive or negative impact on the product being sold. Scott covers ways to measure conversion and tools that can help you increase the conversion rates. 2:50 Scott's secret to Prime Day. 5:35 Conversion 10:21 Tools to measure conversion 14:00 Product image 18:27 The last few things to focus on to increase conversion https://www.instagram.com/smartestseller/

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Understand that Amazon's A9 algorithm heavily favors products with high conversion rates, making it a critical metric for search ranking and visibility.
What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
Utilize specific tools and metrics to accurately measure your current conversion rates and identify bottlenecks in your Amazon sales funnel.
What does this episode say about analytics & attribution?
Optimize product images as a primary lever for increasing conversion, ensuring they are high-quality and effectively showcase key product benefits.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Focus on the "last few things" within your product listing, such as compelling bullet points, descriptions, and customer reviews, to push hesitant buyers towards purchase.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Leverage Prime Day's increased traffic not just for immediate sales, but as an opportunity to gather data and refine your conversion strategies for long-term gains.

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