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eCommerce Fastlane: Shopify Growth Strategies—Where AI Efficiency Meets Human Connection

Steve Hutt | Shopify and eCommerce Expert

Running a Shopify store? You already know success isn"t about finding the right app—it"s about knowing which strategies actually work at your specific stage of growth. I"m Steve Hutt, and I"ve lived every level of the ecommerce journey. From eBay Power Seller shipping products from my garage, to co-founding and scaling VisionPros.com (an optical DTC startup) through to a successful exit, then spending 6+ years as a Shopify Merchant Success Manager helping 100+ brands from startup to enterprise

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46:44

The Vibe Coding Warning: How Technical Debt is...

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2025/08/06

Today, we're shining a light on an invisible profit killer lurking in many Shopify stores: technical debt.It's the hidden drag on your growth, silently creeping in as you layer on apps, experiment with new tech, and expand your team—until suddenly, you're slowed by complexity, site issues, and mounting customer headaches.My guest today is Paolo Vidali, Founder and CEO of Hidden Gears. Paolo’s team specializes in helping scaling Shopify brands get to the root of technical chaos—those “duct

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34:15

The $1.2M Revenue Recovery System That Identifies 5x...

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2025/07/29

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Here's a painful reality that's quietly killing Shopify brands: you're spending thousands driving traffic to your store, but 98% of those visitors are complete ghosts.They browse, they leave, and you have zero way to bring them back—while your competitors who've cracked visitor identification are building massive email lists from the exact same traffic.If you're feeling the squeeze of rising acquisition costs while retention gets tougher thanks to the

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36:57

Most Stores Don't Have A Traffic Problem – They Have...

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2025/07/22

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Here's a story that might sound familiar: you're spending $10,000+ a month on ads, traffic looks solid, but somehow you're barely breaking even. Sound familiar?The hard truth is that most Shopify merchants don't realize they have a revenue leak problem. While you're obsessing over getting more traffic, your store is quietly bleeding money through hidden conversion killers and psychological friction points that drive customers away.I see it every BFCM

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40:54

Why Fulfillment Is Marketing: ShipMonk's Strategy For...

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2025/07/18

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Today, we're tackling the hidden growth killer that's sabotaging even the best DTC brands—and most founders don't see it coming until it's too late.You know the story: you've nailed product-market fit, your marketing is humming, orders are pouring in... then everything falls apart. Split shipments eat your margins. Inventory nightmares unfold. Customer complaints spike. And suddenly, you're drowning in operational chaos instead of celebrating

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42:47

Shopify SEO After AI: Jeff Oxford's System That...

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2025/07/16

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Today, we're diving deep into the evolving world of eCommerce SEO—and trust me, the game has completely changed in 2025.Joining me is Jeff Oxford, founder and CEO of 180 Marketing, an eCommerce SEO agency that's delivered an average ROI of 874% across their client base. Jeff isn't just talking theory—he's managed over 300 eCommerce SEO campaigns and runs his own dropshipping store, so he knows exactly what it takes to scale organic traffic that actually

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27:57

Real Time Conversational Commerce: How Brands Are...

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2025/07/08

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Today, we’re spotlighting a marketing channel that’s quietly dominating Europe, Australia, and beyond—but is still underused in North America: WhatsApp marketing.While most Shopify brands are stuck battling expensive Facebook ads and crowded email inboxes, a new frontier is emerging that offers 80–90% open rates and instant, conversational engagement.To break down this opportunity, I’m joined by Jeremy Horowitz, CEO of CocoAI. Jeremy’s background in

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67:50

Cracking The AI Commerce Code: Tanner Larsson On...

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2025/07/01

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! A fundamental shift is underway in how customers discover and purchase products, and most Shopify merchants are unaware of it.The days of relying solely on Google search are numbered as consumers increasingly turn to AI assistants like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity for buying advice.But here’s the problem: 80-90% of Shopify stores are currently invisible to these AI platforms.Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on this new “AI Commerce” with a true

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40:43

How This CEO Turned 25,000 Customers Into Just 2...

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2025/06/24

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! If you’re running a Shopify store, you know the pain of email overload, endless internal threads, and the chaos that comes with managing customer conversations across multiple channels.Today, we’re tackling “inbox chaos” head-on with a tool designed to unify your team’s communication, streamline support, and bring true context-awareness to every customer interaction.Joining me is Philippe Lehoux, co-founder and CEO of Missive—a collaborative communication

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36:49

Breaking Into Billion-Dollar Markets: Clean Boss vs....

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2025/06/17

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! Today, we’re diving into the world of challenger brands and what it really takes to break into—and win—in a market dominated by legacy giants.If you’ve ever walked down the cleaning aisle, you know it’s ruled by “Big Clean”—massive CPG players with decades of brand equity. But what happens when a new player, powered by celebrity founders and a mission-driven approach, decides to shake things up? Enter Clean Boss, a botanical cleaning brand co-founded by

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28:03

Unlocking Shopify Summer Editions 2025: Retail...

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2025/06/10

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! I’m Steve Hutt, and today we’re diving into Shopify’s Summer Editions 2025—also known as the “Horizons” release. If you’re new to Editions, here’s the quick scoop: every six months, Shopify rolls out a huge batch of updates—this summer’s release features over 150 enhancements spanning the entire platform. It’s their way of showcasing what’s new, what’s improved, and how they’re helping merchants like you stay ahead in today’s ever-evolving retail

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45:32

How This Shopify Expert Built A $1M+ Etsy Store...

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2025/06/03

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane! I'm Steve Hutt, and today we're diving into something that honestly blew my mind during our conversation.Picture this: 95 million active buyers actively searching for unique products, built-in traffic you don't have to pay for, and a platform where most successful sellers never touch ads. Sounds too good to be true? That's exactly what I thought about Etsy before talking with today's guest.I'm chatting with Dylan Jahraus, who built a million-dollar Etsy

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40:04

How One Star Drop Kills 50% Of Sales: Amazon Review...

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2025/05/27

Welcome back to eCommerce Fastlane. I'm your host, Steve Hutt. Ever felt like negative Amazon reviews are sabotaging your hard-earned sales, or that your product listings are quietly losing ground without you even knowing?You're not alone. In today's landscape, managing your brand's reputation across both Shopify and Amazon is more critical—and more complex—than ever.I'm excited to welcome Danan Coleman, CEO of eCom Triage, to the show. Danan's been in the trenches since 2010, helping

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43:02

Beyond Discounts: The Clienteling Strategies That...

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2025/05/20

Ever wondered how to truly bridge the gap between your Shopify store and your retail locations? Or maybe you’ve heard the term “clienteling” tossed around by big brands and wondered if it’s just for luxury retailers, or if it can actually move the needle for your business, too? If you’re looking to drive more foot traffic, boost repeat purchases, and finally unify your online and offline experiences, today’s episode is for you.I’m thrilled to welcome back Leigh, co-founder of Endear, for a

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27:40

Navigating Tariffs And Supply Chain Chaos: A Shopify...

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2025/05/13

Are tariffs and supply chain chaos keeping you up at night? Not sure how to forecast inventory or manage cash flow when every shipment from China seems to come with a new surprise fee? If you’re a Shopify merchant importing from overseas, you’ve probably felt the sting of trade wars, unpredictable costs, and the pressure to deliver a seamless customer experience-without draining your bank account.You’re definitely not alone. Today’s DTC reality is throwing curveballs at every

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36:45

Shopify Growth Unlocked: The Data Solution That...

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2025/04/30

Are you drowning in marketing data from too many platforms? Feeling uncertain about where your ad dollars are actually driving results, especially after the iOS 14 tracking shakeup? Maybe you suspect wasted spend but can’t pinpoint exactly where or why?You’re definitely not alone. Many Shopify merchants grapple with fragmented data, inaccurate attribution, and the frustration of making marketing decisions based on guesswork rather than clear insights.That’s why I’m thrilled to have Gurami

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44:31

Omnichannel Growth & Retention: Future-Proofing Your...

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2025/04/22

Are you feeling like your Shopify brand could be doing more—maybe you’re struggling to connect the dots between your channels, or you know you’re not getting the most out of your existing customers?You’re not alone. So many brands sense there’s untapped growth, but with commerce evolving so quickly, it’s tough to know what to prioritize or how to fill those expertise gaps.That’s why I’m excited to welcome Dennis Yao, co-founder of The Other Group and my former lead at Shopify, to the show

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44:41

Advanced Facebook Ads: Manual Over-Bidding, Intra-Day...

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2025/04/16

Are you frustrated by unpredictable ROAS and rising Facebook ad costs that make scaling your Shopify brand feel impossible? You’re definitely not alone. Many brands see their first customer acquisition barely break even—or even lose money—forcing them to rely on retention just to stay afloat.In this episode, I’m joined by Manel Gomez, CEO and founder of Meta Scaling Accelerator. Since 2016, Manel has managed over $25 million in Facebook ad spend, helping e-commerce brands break through the

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49:31

From Confusion To Clarity: How Ecommerce Brands Can...

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2025/04/09

Are conflicting data points between Shopify and Google Analytics 4 (GA4) undermining your marketing decisions? You’re not alone—and it’s likely costing your business more than you realize. Many Shopify brands struggle to establish a reliable source of truth for their marketing performance, leading to wasted ad spend, inaccurate reporting, and missed growth opportunities.In this episode, we sit down with Josh Lauer, a marketing intelligence expert specializing in Google Analytics, data

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28:23

Your Shipping Costs Are Eating Your Margins! Learn...

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2025/04/01

You’re not alone. Many e-commerce brands are feeling the "margin crunch" as shipping costs skyrocket. Carrier rate hikes, hidden surcharges, and complex contracts can feel like unavoidable profit killers, making it harder to stay competitive and profitable.Today, we’re talking with Michael Moriarty, a strategic partner at Schooley Mitchell, an independent cost reduction consulting firm that has saved businesses over $1 billion. They specialize in uncovering savings in complex expense

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34:43

Scaling Beyond Ads: How Everflow's Partner Marketing...

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2025/03/21

Struggling to Find Marketing Channels That Deliver? Drowning in Rising Ad Costs? There's a Better Way.You're not alone. Many e-commerce brands are feeling the squeeze of rising ad costs and cutthroat competition. Finding profitable ways to reach new customers is getting tougher.Today, we're talking with Michael Cole, the Senior Vice President of Marketing for Everflow, a company behind a powerful partner marketing platform that empowers brands to track and scale their affiliate programs

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