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Displaying all 3 Episode of Commerce Today with the tag “leadership”.
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Episode 143: From Startup to Scale: The Playbook for Your First $10M
September 30th, 2025 | 20 mins 20 secs
critical hires, customer obsession, early-stage growth, ecommerce growth, ecommerce growth playbook, founders, high-growth small businesses, leadership, product-market fit, scalable engine, scaling to 10 million, startup to mid-market, sustainable success, tech debt
Many ecommerce leaders feel like they're drowning in the chaos of early-stage growth, juggling everything from marketing to fulfillment. But the journey from zero to your first $10 million isn't about doing more; it's about doing the right things. This episode adapts the core principles from The Ecommerce Growth Playbook for founders and leaders of high-growth small businesses. Discover how to apply the three levers of breakout growth—Customer Obsession, a Scalable Engine, and Leadership—to build a foundation that won't crack as you scale. Learn how to find product-market fit, avoid crippling tech debt early on, and make your first critical hires. This is your playbook for turning startup hustle into sustainable, mid-market success.
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Episode 71: BigCommerce's Mid-Market Showdown: Can They Eclipse Shopify?
May 16th, 2024 | 17 mins 6 secs
ambitions, bigcommerce, breakdown, breakthrough, capabilities, competitors, ecommerce, leadership, market evolution., mid-market segment, quarterly report, strategies
n this episode of Commerce Today, we delve into the current strategies and future potential of BigCommerce. With new leadership steering the ship and an upcoming quarterly report on the horizon, BigCommerce finds itself at a critical juncture. The question looms: can they establish dominance in the mid-market segment, or will they struggle against industry behemoths like Shopify? Through in-depth analysis, we examine BigCommerce's tactics, aspirations, and competitive positioning. This episode offers a blend of astute insights, candid discussion, and a sprinkle of humor as we assess whether BigCommerce is on the brink of a breakthrough or facing potential setbacks. For ecommerce leaders navigating a rapidly evolving market, this episode is essential listening.
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Episode 31: Ecommerce Like It's 1999
May 23rd, 2023 | 18 mins 22 secs
competition, customer service., ecommerce, leadership, open source, software development
Unleash Your Competitive Edge! Join CEO Josh in a riveting podcast episode where he reveals the secrets to thriving in a changing market. Discover the power of innovation, balancing priorities, and standing out in the online marketplace. Get inspired by real-life success stories and embark on your own journey to triumph!"