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How to Use Cohort Analysis to Increase Your eCommerce Conversions

eCommerce Marketing Podcast · October 2, 2017 · 16 min

Summary

Unlock the power of cohort analysis to deep-dive into customer behavior patterns beyond simple averages. This episode guides e-commerce operators on segmenting customers by acquisition date to uncover true LTV, identify effective marketing channels, and fine-tune retention strategies for sustainable growth.

Key takeaways

Themes

analytics & attributioncustomer retentionconversion & cro

Topics covered

cohort analysiscustomer segmentationcustomer lifetime valueretention marketingmarketing channel attributionconversion rate optimization

Episode description

Marketing Strategies Revealed in this episode: How to use Cohort analysis to optimize your eCommerce Conversion funnel optimization How to understand your customers

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about analytics & attribution?
Segment customers based on their acquisition date to create meaningful cohorts, rather than just looking at overall metrics, to understand how different groups behave over time.
What does this episode say about customer retention?
Utilize cohort analysis to identify which marketing channels are bringing in the most valuable and loyal customers, allowing for more strategic allocation of acquisition budgets.
What does this episode say about conversion & cro?
Implement retention strategies tailored to specific cohorts once their unique purchasing patterns and drop-off points are identified through cohort analysis.
What does this episode say about analytics & attribution?
Don't just track conversions; analyze conversion rates within cohorts over time to see the long-term impact of changes to your website, products, or marketing.
What does this episode say about analytics & attribution?
Understand that a "good" conversion rate varies by industry and business model; use cohort analysis to establish your own benchmarks and identify areas for improvement specific to your customer base.

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