

Ecommerce Coffee Break – The Ecom Marketing & Sales Podcast
Claus Lauter
If you sell online, run a DTC brand, or plan to launch an online store — we break down the sales and marketing strategies top ecommerce brands use to grow fast.If you’re asking yourself, “What do top online stores know that I don’t?” then this show is for you. You'll learn how successful ecommerce operators and marketers think, test, and scale — and get insider marketing and sales tactics to grow revenue faster. You'll discover what’s working in 2026 to sell on Amazon, Shopify, and beyond, with insights on apps, MarTech, DTC, B2B, social media, paid ads, AI, dropshipping, and more. We focus on the tools and techniques that actually move the needle. With 500+ free episodes, the Ecommerce Coffee Break is your practical, no-fluff podcast for staying ahead in e-commerce.🎧 Short episodes, ideal for listening on the go. New episodes every week. Trusted by 35,000+ online sellers and ecommerce operators. Subscribe now and become a smarter online seller today.
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Dec 2, 2021 • 9min
Email Marketing Tips for Shopify Store Owners | #065 Claus Lauter
In this quick tip episode, I share 3 tips on how you can improve email marketing for your Shopify store.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:How often to send our email marketing campaignsHow to come up with content ideas.How to test the readability of your emailsand moreSubscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: clauslauter.com | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 Join our Facebook Conversion Optimization Community: It’s our free community where smart Shopify store owners learn to optimize their store for more conversions, more revenue, and more profit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join the Conversion Masterclass Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only Online Membership & Mentorship Program that includes: Ongoing Live Coaching | On-Demand Training | Masterclass Community. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION AUDIT: Check out my Conversion Rate Optimization solutions that help you to improve your conversion rate and to turn more visitors into buyers. More info: https://bit.ly/3mqiolK________________CONNECT WITH ME:🌟 Website: https://www.clauslauter.com/➡️ Business Inquiries: hello@clauslauter.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ClausLauterCoaching/InsI'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 29, 2021 • 17min
How to enable data-driven automation in your eCommerce marketing | #064 Sacha Landesmann
In this episode, I talk about a SaaS platform that generates marketing automation to help eCommerce stores acquire and retain customers based on predictive AI.Guests on the show are Sacha Landesmann, CMO & Co-founder of Aument.io, and Mario Leon CPO of Aument.io.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:Why you will be struggling if you don't make data-based decisionsWhy also the customers suffer from non data-based decisionsWhy AI helps you with picking the right moment to communicate with your clientsHow AI creates a unique customer profile for your marketing And moreLinks / Social:https://aument.io/https://www.linkedin.com/in/sachalandesmann/Subscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: clauslauter.com | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 Join our Facebook Conversion Optimization Community: It’s our free community where smart Shopify store owners learn to optimize their store for more conversions, more revenue, and more profit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join the Conversion Masterclass Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only Online Membership & Mentorship Program that includes: Ongoing Live Coaching | On-Demand Training | Masterclass Community. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION AUDIT: Check outI'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 24, 2021 • 10min
How to do Shopify Competitor Research (eCommerce Competition Analysis) | #063 Claus Lauter
In this podcast episode, I talk about how to do competitor research for your Shopify business.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:Why you should do competitor researchWhat competitor data to collectHow and where to research competitor dataWhat tools to use for your eCommerce Competition Analysisand moreLinks / Social:SEMRush Research Tool: https://semrush.sjv.io/MXRAmnomSubscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: clauslauter.com | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 Join our Facebook Conversion Optimization Community: It’s our free community where smart Shopify store owners learn to optimize their store for more conversions, more revenue, and more profit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join the Conversion Masterclass Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only Online Membership & Mentorship Program that includes: Ongoing Live Coaching | On-Demand Training | Masterclass Community. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION AUDIT: Check out my Conversion Rate Optimization solutions that help you to improve your conversion rate and to turn more visitors into buyers. More info: https://bit.ly/3mqiolK________________CONNECT WITH ME:🌟 Website: https://www.clauslauter.com/I'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 22, 2021 • 22min
How to improve conversion and AOV with a smart, fun chatbot | #062 Rosie Bailey
In this episode, I speak with Rosie Bailey, Founder & CEO of Nibble, about how to improve conversion and AOV with a smart, fun chatbot that negotiates a sales price with your customers.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:- How negotiating can be a win-win situation for the buyer and the seller- Why haggling is engaging and fun for buyers- Why negotiating with a chatbot increases conversions and average order values- How the shopper gets a personalized interaction with your brand- and moreLinks / Social:Shopify App https://apps.shopify.com/nibble-chat-botWebsite https://www.nibbletechnology.comTwitter https://twitter.com/nibblenowSubscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: My Site | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 Join our Facebook Conversion Optimization Community: It’s our free community where smart Shopify store owners learn to optimize their store for more conversions, more revenue, and more profit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join the Conversion Masterclass Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only Online Membership & Mentorship Program that includes: Ongoing Live Coaching | On-Demand Training | Masterclass Community. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION AUDIT: ChI'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 18, 2021 • 7min
How to convert more traffic into sales on Shopify | #061 Claus Lauter
In this episode, I explain what you need to have in place to create a successful Shopify business.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:What you need in place before you open your store.The importance of knowing your audience, message, and competitors.How to create your business and start it in the right order.Why conversion optimization and marketing automation is important.and moreLinks: https://www.clauslauter.com/Subscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: My Site | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 FREE COMMUNITY: Join our free Facebook and connect with ecommerce store owners who are scaling too. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join my GET CONVERSIONS Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only done-with-you Ecommerce Membership Program for Business Owners and Marketers who want to remove the guesswork out of growing a business on Shopify's ecommerce platform. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION: Check out my Conversion Rate Optimization solutions that help you to improve your conversion rate and to turn more visitors into buyers. More info: https://bit.ly/3mqiolK________________CONNECT WITH ME:🌟 Website: https://www.clauslauteI'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 16, 2021 • 24min
Convert more sales with personal video marketing [Shopify] | #060 Casey Hill
In this episode, I talk with Casey Hill, head of growth at bonjoro.com, about how brands can use video emails to convert more sales and retain more customers.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:Why video emails add a personal touch to your marketingHow to use a video to communicate with your customers in ShopifyExcept imperfection in your videosWhy personal videos help to retain customersLinks:https://www.bonjoro.com/Got A Question You Want Answered On the Podcast?Ask your questions or let me know if there is a topic or guest you’d like to hear from in the comments below or click here to visit my contact page and submit your question there for a chance to be featured on one of my upcoming Q&A episodesSubscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: My Site | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 FREE COMMUNITY: Join our free Facebook and connect with ecommerce store owners who are scaling too. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join my GET CONVERSIONS Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only done-with-you Ecommerce Membership Program for Business Owners and Marketers who want to remove the guesswork out of growing a business on Shopify's ecommerce platform. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION: ChecI'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text. ______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 11, 2021 • 8min
User Experience Research for Shopify Stores [Do not ask your mother] | #059 Claus Lauter
In this quick tip episode, I talk about ways of getting unbiased user feedback on your Shopify store. This will help you to improve the user experience and improve your conversion rates and revenue.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:Why asking your friends & family is a bad ideaHow you can test your store's user experienceWhat the 5-second test isWhich apps and services will help you with user experience testingand moreLinks:https://www.playbookux.com/https://www.usertesting.com/https://trymyui.com/https://www.luckyorange.com/https://www.hotjar.com/Subscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: My Site | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 FREE COMMUNITY: Join our free Facebook and connect with ecommerce store owners who are scaling too. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join my GET CONVERSIONS Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only done-with-you Ecommerce Membership Program for Business Owners and Marketers who want to remove the guesswork out of growing a business on Shopify's ecommerce platform. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION: Check out my Conversion Rate Optimization soI'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 7, 2021 • 22min
How to grow your Customer Lifetime Value | #058 Valentin Radu
In this episode of the Ecommerce Coffee Break podcast, I talk with Valentin Radu, CEO & Founder omniconvert.com, about how to improve customer lifetime value and retention rate using customer behavior analysis.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:How to improve your customer lifetime valueThe 3 pillars of customer lifetime optimizationHow customer behavior analysis will improve your retention rateWhat you must monitor and measure in order to succeedAnd moreLinks:https://www.omniconvert.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/valentinradu/Subscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: My Site | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 FREE COMMUNITY: Join our free Facebook and connect with ecommerce store owners who are scaling too. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join my GET CONVERSIONS Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only done-with-you Ecommerce Membership Program for Business Owners and Marketers who want to remove the guesswork out of growing a business on Shopify's ecommerce platform. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION: Check out my Conversion Rate Optimization solutions that help you to improve your conversion rate and to turn more visitors into buyers. More info: I'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 3, 2021 • 7min
Grow Your Email and SMS Marketing Lists [Shopify] | #057 Claus Lauter
In this quick tip episode of the Ecommerce Coffee Break podcast, I share some tips on how to increase the signup rate for your email and SMS newsletter lists.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:How and when to use Pop Up's on your storeThe right order to ask visitors for their informationWhy you should take a softer approach when it comes to SMSGot A Question You Want Answered On the Podcast?Ask your questions or let me know if there is a topic or guest you’d like to hear from in the comments below or click here to visit my contact page and submit your question there for a chance to be featured on one of my upcoming Q&A episodesSubscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: My Site | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 FREE COMMUNITY: Join our free Facebook and connect with ecommerce store owners who are scaling too. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join my GET CONVERSIONS Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only done-with-you Ecommerce Membership Program for Business Owners and Marketers who want to remove the guesswork out of growing a business on Shopify's ecommerce platform. Join here: https://bit.ly/3uOdXoN🎯 CONVERSION OPTIMIZATION: Check out my Conversion Rate Optimization solutions that help you to improve your conversion rate and to turn more visitors into buyers. More info: I'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/

Nov 1, 2021 • 17min
All About Shopify 2.0 Themes | #056 Anne Thomas
In this episode of the Ecommerce Coffee Break podcast, I talk with Anne Thomas, co-founder of design-packs.com, about Shopify themes and what the recent online shopping 2.0 updates mean for merchants.On the Show Today You’ll Learn:How to customize your store without a developerShould you upgrade to an Online Shopping 2.0 theme?The meaning of 'sections everywhere' and JSONLinks:https://design-packs.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/annethomas8/Got A Question You Want Answered On the Podcast?Ask your questions or let me know if there is a topic or guest you’d like to hear from in the comments below or click here to visit my contact page and submit your question there for a chance to be featured on one of my upcoming Q&A episodesSubscribe & Listen Everywhere:Listen On: My Site | iTunes | Spotify | Amazon Music/Audible | Stitcher | Deezer | Google PodcastPlease support the podcast by giving an honest Rating/Review for the show on iTunes!Share the podcast with your family, friends, and co-workers.Tag the podcast on Instagram @clauslauter and let me know what you like about it.If you like the content and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee here._______________🎯 FREE COMMUNITY: Join our free Facebook and connect with ecommerce store owners who are scaling too. Join here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shopify.store.owners.group🎯 Join my GET CONVERSIONS Program and get sales.If you're looking to accelerate on Shopify and under $100k a month right now: Join the only done-with-you Ecommerce Membership Program for Business Owners and Marketers who want to remove the guesswork out of growing a business on Shopify's ecommerce platform. Join here: I'd love your feedback. Tap the the link to send me a text.______________________________________________________LOVE THE SHOW? HERE ARE THE NEXT STEPS!Follow the podcast to get every bonus episode. Tap follow now and don’t miss out! Rate & Review: Help others discover the show by rating the show on Apple Podcasts at https://tinyurl.com/ecb-apple-podcasts Join our Free Newsletter: https://newsletter.ecommercecoffeebreak.com/ Support The Show On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/EcommerceCoffeeBreak Partner with us: https://ecommercecoffeebreak.com/partner-with-us/


