The Ecom Show

You're listening to The Ecom Show, the podcast where we dive deep into the minds of top e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agency owners to uncover the most effective strategies and tactics for scaling your brand.I'm your host, Daniel Budai, e-commerce retention marketing expert and founder of Budai Media.Before we jump into today's conversation, just a quick reminder, if you enjoy the show, subscribe and share it with at least one friend. We don't run ads and rely solely on organic growth, so your support means the world.In this episode, I'm pulling up the actual dashboard and walking you through the exact SMS strategy we used to generate $760,000 in three months for a home decor brand - starting from zero.We're talking $152,000 from automations alone in January, 16% conversion rates on flows, and campaigns that printed $24,000 in a single month.This wasn't a small brand figuring things out. This was a 7-figure brand doing over a million per month that had zero SMS infrastructure and contacted us in late October - right before Black Friday.It's not about blasting your list with promotions. It's about building the automation foundation first, layering strategic campaigns on top, and coordinating both channels so they grow together instead of competing.This is a full case study breakdown with real numbers, real flows, and real takeaways you can implement.👉 Book a FREE audit to scale your ecommerce store: https://calendly.com/budai-media/consultation-daniel?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&_kx=DnOat8XGMDRSe5oKVXr4kw.JJnqNk&month=2025-12💡 What You'll Learn:The exact five SMS automations that generated $152,000 in January alone (and why the Mobile popup flow crushed $119K)How we grew SMS from zero to 19% of total revenue in three months without killing email performanceThe campaign strategy that added $24,000 per month: 10 campaigns monthly with SMS-exclusive offers to train engagementWhy automations drove 86% of SMS revenue while campaigns drove 14% - and what this means for your priority orderThe flash sale model that generated $93,000 in 48-72 hours using discount ladders and coordinated email/SMS urgencyHow to coordinate SMS and email as complementary channels instead of competitorsIf you're a 7-figure brand with strong email revenue but no SMS strategy, or if you're worried SMS will harm your existing channels, this episode shows you exactly how to build it the right way.Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don't forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update! 🔔Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQSubscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signupClick on the link below to learn more about us: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/Check out some previous episodes: https://thebudaimedia.com/podcasts/Thanks for tuning in!

You're listening to The Ecom Show, the podcast where we dive deep into the minds of top e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agency owners to uncover the most effective strategies and tactics for scaling your brand. I'm your host, Daniel Budai, e-commerce retention marketing expert and founder of Budai Media.Before we jump into today's conversation, just a quick reminder, if you enjoy the show, subscribe and share it with at least one friend. We don't run ads and rely solely on organic growth, so your support means the world.In this episode, I'm breaking down the exact Meta ad structure that can increase your ROAS in the next 30 days.Most brands are bleeding money because they're running one or two campaigns with everything thrown together - scaling ads, testing ads, retargeting, and retention all mixed up in the same place.It's not about spending more. It's not about creative volume alone.It's about structure - separating what works from what's being tested, and giving Meta the framework to scale your winners without killing them with poor performers.This is a tactical, step-by-step breakdown of the four-campaign structure we use to maximize profitability.👉 Book a FREE audit to scale your ecommerce store: https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel💡 What You'll Learn:The four essential campaign types every Meta ad account needs (and why most brands only use one or two)How to properly structure your scaling campaign to spend 60-70% of your budget profitablyThe graduation system: how to test new creatives in prospecting and move winners to scaling every weekWhy retargeting and retention campaigns need to be separate (and the conversion rate differences that prove it)How to do micro-optimizations by platform, placement, and day of week to squeeze 20-30% more ROIThe 80/20 principle applied to Meta ads - bet big on what works, test small on everything elseIf you're spending on Meta but not seeing consistent ROAS, or if you're stuck trying to scale without a clear testing-to-scaling system, this episode gives you the exact structure to fix it.Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don't forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update! 🔔Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQSubscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signupClick on the link below to learn more about us: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/Check out some previous episodes: https://thebudaimedia.com/podcasts/Thanks for tuning in!

You're listening to The Ecom Show, the podcast where we dive deep into the minds of top e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agency owners to uncover the most effective strategies and tactics for scaling your brand. I'm your host, Daniel Budai, e-commerce retention marketing expert and founder of Budai Media.Before we jump into today's conversation, just a quick reminder, if you enjoy the show, subscribe and share it with at least one friend. We don't run ads and rely solely on organic growth, so your support means the world.In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on our best case study ever: $2.8M in 30 days for a US based electronics brand - without using a single discount.This is a real eight-figure brand that went from $1.8M to $8.5M per month in just six months, with email and SMS hitting nearly $3 million in attributed revenue.It's not magic, it's not luck, and it's not some secret hack.It's a three-pillar system that ties together flows, list growth, and audience expansion - and it works whether you're at six, seven, or eight figures.This is a full case study breakdown packed with actionable insights you can implement today.👉 Book a FREE audit to scale your ecommerce store: https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel 💡 What You'll Learn:The exact three-pillar retention strategy that generated $2.8M in 30 daysHow to set up high-converting flows (browse abandonment, post-purchase, win-back) that print moneyWhy single opt-in beats double opt-inThe biggest scaling lever most brands ignore: finding new audiences for the same productHow to tie together paid acquisition (Meta/Google) with owned channels (email/SMS) for maximum impactWhy creative output on the backend is just as critical as the frontendIf you're stuck scaling past seven figures or want to hit eight-figure months, this episode shows you the exact playbook we used to take a brand from $1.8M to $8.5M per month.🔔 Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don't forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/  Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQ  Subscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signup Click here to learn more about us: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ Check out some previous episodes: https://thebudaimedia.com/podcasts/Thanks for tuning in!

You're listening to The Ecom Show, the podcast where we dive deep into the minds of top e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agency owners to uncover the most effective strategies and tactics for scaling your brand. I’m your host, Daniel Budai, e-commerce retention marketing expert and founder of Budai Media.Before we jump into today’s conversation, just a quick reminder, if you enjoy the show, subscribe and share it with at least one friend. We don’t run ads and rely solely on organic growth, so your support means the world.In this episode, I break down the single biggest reason why 80% of e-commerce brands never make it past six figures and why only 0.5% hit eight figures in the U.S.It’s not your email flows, it’s not your CRO, and it’s not even your media buying.The difference between brands that die and those that scale comes down to one thing: 👉 Creative Output.This is a no-fluff, straight-to-the-point episode packed with actionable insights. 👉Book a FREE audit to scale your ecommerce store: https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel   💡 What You’ll Learn:The Einstein-level formula for scaling e-com: TAM × Offer × Creative OutputHow to build and test a winning offer using the Hormozi equationThe difference between running ads and scaling with creativeWhy algorithm updates and media buying hacks are distractionsHow to systemize high-volume creative testing to drive revenueIf you're stuck under 7 figures or want to hit 8, creative output is the single biggest driver of success. Get obsessed with volume, testing, and iteration.🔔 Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/ Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQ  Subscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signup Click on the link below to learn more about us:https://www.thebudaimedia.com/   Check out some previous episodes: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/podcast  Thanks for tuning in!

You're listening to The Ecom Show, the podcast where we dive deep into the minds of top e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agency owners to uncover the most effective strategies and tactics for scaling your brand. I’m your host, Daniel Budai, e-commerce retention marketing expert and founder of Budai Media.Before we jump into today’s conversation, just a quick reminder, if you enjoy the show, subscribe and share it with at least one friend. We don’t run ads and rely solely on organic growth, so your support means the world.🚀 Today’s guest is Leon van der Laan, a leadership architect and founder of a high-ticket coaching business dedicated to helping 7–8 figure e-commerce founders escape “founder mode” and step into real leadership. He’s been working in the e-com space for over six years, guiding overwhelmed operators toward building self-managing teams and operational clarity using his REMOTE framework.Check out his agency to learn more about him:https://remode.company/ 🧠 In this episode, we explore:Why so many 7–8 figure founders struggle to scale beyond their current plateauThe REMOTE framework: mission, goals, execution systems, delegation, and accountabilityHow to attract A-playersWhy having fewer people can actually increase your profitabilityThe role of AI in team performance and leadership, and what the future of work might look like📍 Connect with Leon:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@leonvanderlaan X:https://x.com/Leon_vd_Laan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leon.van.der.laan/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@remode.leon LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leon-van-der-laan/ 🔔 Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!👉Book a FREE audit to scale your ecommerce store: https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/  Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signup Thanks for tuning in!

🎙️ Welcome back, Budai Nation! You're listening to The Ecom Show, the go-to podcast for e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agencies who want to grow their online stores with real-world strategies and tactics. I'm your host, Daniel Budai, and each week we bring you actionable insights straight from the trenches of the e-com world. Before we dive in, don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and share it with just one friend, it helps us grow organically and means the world to us!If you're in a regulated industry like CBD, THC, tobacco, firearms, gambling, or sexual wellness, you've probably been told by traditional platforms that SMS marketing isn't an option. But what if I told you... it is?In this episode,I’m going to review Springbig, a platform specifically designed to enable compliant SMS marketing for businesses in regulated industries across North America.🔥 What You’ll Learn:👉Why most major platforms like Klaviyo can’t support SMS for regulated industries👉How Springbig’s compliant infrastructure bypasses TCPA limitations👉The trade-offs: less control, but full compliance and access to SMS subscribers👉How SMS marketing still delivers the highest ROI in eCommerce👉Features of Springbig: loyalty programs, VIP memberships, QR-based signups, segmentation, reporting, and more👉Real-world results: 51% lift in LTV and 44% increase in monthly visits from VIP subscribers👉Pricing breakdown and contract expectations🔔 Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!👉Book a FREE audit to scale your ecommerce store: https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel 👉 Check out Springbig and explore how it can elevate your retention game.https://springbig.com/ Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/  Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signup Click on the link below to learn more about us:https://www.thebudaimedia.com/  Check out some previous episodes: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/podcast Thanks for tuning in!

🎙️ Welcome back, Budai Nation, to The Ecom Show! Your go-to podcast where we chat with e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agencies about the best strategies and tactics to grow your online store. I’m your host, Daniel Budai, and each week we break down actionable insights you can implement in your own e-com brand.In today’s episode, I’m sharing our most comprehensive Black Friday strategy yet. This isn’t just another list of random tips. I break down the full stack: media buying, email and SMS flows, offer planning, inventory management, and campaign execution. Whether you're a six-figure brand or scaling into eight figures, this episode gives you a complete roadmap to win Black Friday and Cyber Monday in 2025.🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:How to plan Q4 in Q3 (what to do before October hits)Why simple, stacked offers outperform complex discountThe early bird strategy that drives VIP sales weeks before BFCMThe biggest Black Friday mistakes (and how to avoid them)How to use Meta, Google, YouTube, email & SMS together for maximum ROIA proven email & SMS content calendar that drives urgency and salesAd tactics for both top-of-funnel education and bottom-of-funnel conversion🔔 Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!👉Book a FREE audit to scale your ecommerce store: https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel Before you go, download our BFCM 2025 Guide:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Ww3aGGGHamD4hidrSBADD10qHIp0u7aE/edit?slide=id.g30d9df2b7bf_0_554#slide=id.g30d9df2b7bf_0_554 Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/ Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signup Click on the link below to learn more about us:https://www.thebudaimedia.com/ Check out some previous episodes: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/podcast Thanks for tuning in!

Welcome back, Budai Nation, to The Ecom Show! Your go-to podcast where we chat with e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agencies about the best strategies and tactics to grow your online store. I'm your host, Daniel Budai, and every week we break down actionable insights you can implement in your own e-com brand.👉 Before we dive in, make sure to hit that subscribe button! If you enjoy the episode, share it with a fellow e-com founder or marketer.In today’s episode, I’m walking you through a case study that generated $3.7M for a luxury sauna brand, without any paid ads. Just email and SMS marketing.Most brands think of email and SMS as pure retention channels, but if you're selling high-ticket products with long purchase cycles, it’s a whole different game. It's not about impulsive buying– it's about education, nurturing, storytelling, and staying top of mind.This brand was already doing 7 figures when they came to us–but had zero email or SMS setup. We implemented a full strategy from scratch: from welcome flows to post-purchase, pop-up optimization, and campaign planning focused on storytelling, social proof, and handling objections.Click on the link below to visit our website:https://thebudaimedia.com/ 🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:👉How we helped a luxury brand generate $3.7M in extra revenue in just 2 years👉Why email & SMS aren’t just retention tools—especially for high AOV products👉The exact flows and campaigns we implemented (and why they worked)👉How to grow a profitable list even with just a few thousand subscribers👉Behind the scenes of their record-breaking Black Friday campaign👉Why SMS marketing works shockingly well even for $25K products🔔 Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update! Check out the full case-study here:https://thebudaimedia.com/case-studies/how-we-helped-a-sauna-brand-generate-over-3-7-million-in-one-year-through-email-and-sms-marketing/ If your e-commerce store is making $100K+/month, here’s an offer you can’t refuse: A free 1:1 strategy call where I’ll audit your entire e-commerce setup—from Google Ads and email marketing to your website and conversion funnels—to help you scale faster. (Because what kind of a marketer would I be, if I didn’t have a killer offer myself 😉) https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel Before you go, we've got a special resource for you – the ‘Top 100 High-Converting Emails of Budai Media.’ This guide is a goldmine for anyone looking to boost their e-commerce marketing game. Click the link in the description to download it!https://www.thebudaimedia.com/top100-emails Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/ Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQ 

🎙️Hey Budai Nation, welcome back to The Ecom Show! I’m your host, Daniel Budai, and every week we dive deep into the minds of e-commerce entrepreneurs, marketers, and agencies to unpack what’s actually working in the world of online retail. If you find this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe and share it with at least one friend. We don’t run ads—our growth is 100% organic, and your support means everything.In this episode, I’m sharing how we revamped the subscription strategy of a pet CBD brand and turned a leaky system into a powerful retention engine. This brand was already doing $200–300K/month, but their churn between month 1 and 3 was killing their growth—and most of their revenue was walking out the door.So we rolled up our sleeves, ran a full audit, and helped them outline a new strategy built to prevent churn, boost AOV, and educate customers at the right moments. If you’re running a consumable product brand, this episode is a masterclass in subscription-first retention marketing.Check out the full episode to see exactly how we helped them reduce churn, boost loyalty, and maximize subscriptions.🔔 Thanks for listening! If you find this podcast helpful, please like, comment, and subscribe. Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an update!If your e-commerce store is making $100K+/month, here’s an offer you can’t refuse: A free 1:1 strategy call where I’ll audit your entire e-commerce setup—from Google Ads and email marketing to your website and conversion funnels—to help you scale faster.) https://calendly.com/budaimedia/strategy-call-with-daniel Before you go, we've got a special resource for you – Email Marketing Checklist. This guide is a goldmine for anyone looking to boost their e-commerce marketing game. Click the link in the description to download it!https://thebudaimedia.com/email-cheatsheet/ Check out the full audit here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gQPL-ClzeCjxRMLJ7AOHrz_VwqkMhoKlzmf5wCDCnC8/edit?tab=t.0 Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/budaidaney/ Find me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKtHC2ojO_7mhMHXQ-qZcHQ Subscribe to my weekly newsletter packed with the latest e-commerce buzz: https://www.thebudaimedia.com/weekly-newsletter-signup Thanks for tuning in!