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We Are Crushing The Coronavirus (Episode 7)

Ecommerce Playbook · with Andrew Faris · April 2, 2020 · 14 min

Summary

This episode reveals how 4x400 pivoted from a devastating week to their most profitable ever during the early days of COVID-19. Andrew Faris shares the tactical and mindset shifts that can help ecommerce businesses not just survive, but thrive amidst unexpected crises by identifying new opportunities and rapidly adapting strategies.

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Themes

founder & leadershipdtc strategysupply chain & operationsfinance & fundraising

Topics covered

business resiliencecrisis managementstrategic pivotsprofitability during downturnse-commerce adaptationentrepreneurial mindset

Episode description

We went from getting destroyed last week, to flipping the table and having the most profitable week in 4x400 history. On today’s new episode of the Ecommerce Playbook podcast, Andrew Faris is singing a new tune – sharing how his businesses went from getting crushed to crushing it.

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What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Implement rapid, decisive strategic pivots in response to market disruptions, focusing on emerging opportunities rather than dwelling on losses.
What does this episode say about dtc strategy?
Adjust marketing and sales tactics immediately to align with altered customer behavior and economic realities during a crisis.
What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?
Prioritize agility and flexibility in operations to quickly adapt supply chain and fulfillment to new demands and constraints.
What does this episode say about finance & fundraising?
Adopt an entrepreneurial mindset that views crises as opportunities for innovation and growth, rather than insurmountable obstacles.

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