Ecommerce Shipping Trends: Simplify and Succeed - Laura Behrens Wu

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TLDR Ecommerce businesses can simplify their shipping process and improve their success by focusing on customer intent, personalized experiences, unique products, and effective management.

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    Shippo simplifies shipping for ecommerce businesses by connecting them to a network of providers through a restful API and dashboard.
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    Ecommerce success requires capturing customer intent with keywords and emotional connections, using storytelling and personalized experiences, and selling unique products to prevent competition.
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    Selling on Amazon may harm ecommerce stores' brand identity and customer experience, while peer-to-peer selling platforms offer a more sustainable alternative.
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    Subscription box services are popular for their convenience and surprise factor, with some companies also offering e-commerce stores, while on-demand delivery is trending for various products.
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    Shipping providers are diverse and specialized, with tracking and easy returns being important for customer engagement and innovation opportunities available in the growing shipping industry.
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    Having the right partners, senior leadership team, and effective communication skills can improve management and motivate employees.
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    Hire people who complement your strengths and weaknesses to create a balanced team.
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    Running for fun in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park and Crissy Fields without any competition goals.
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