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**Operators**

In the world of ecommerce, a legendary text group is rumored to hold the secrets to unimaginable success. The catch? You must have nine figures in revenue to gain entry. The world’s biggest brands have denied its existence for years, until now. Four titans known as the “Operators” are leaking the secret contents in an effort to share its wealth of knowledge with people like you. Sean Frank (CEO, Ridge), Jason Panzer (President, HexClad), Mike Beckham (CEO, Simple Modern) & Matt Bertulli (Founder, Pela Case x Lomi).

Latest Episodes:

E070: The Risks and Rewards of Hypergrowth Aug 21, 2024

Show notes

07:41 The Importance of Making Low-Impact Decisions

09:36 The Role of Leadership in Decision-Making

11:25 Learning from Mistakes and Allowing the Team to Make Mistakes

14:48 Identifying High-Leverage Decisions

16:44 Making High-Leverage Decisions in the Cookware Industry

21:14 Forecasting and Planning for the Future

31:06 The Advantage of Being in a Growing Category

34:21 The Significance of Intrinsic Growth Rate and New Customer Acquisition

38:37 The Role of Brand Equity in Expanding into New Product Categories

44:12 The Risks and Rewards of Hyper-Growth

46:56 The Competitiveness of the Consumer Durables Industry

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Fulfil.io.

https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.

https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.

https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators

E069: How to run sales like a 9-figure brand Aug 14, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction

03:24 Discussion on Personal Networks and Investment Opportunities

06:46 Investing in Unique Business Opportunities

09:12 Balancing Personal and Professional Priorities

11:06 Maximizing Sales on Prime Day

13:41 Amazon's Brand Awareness Strategy

18:45 Strategies for Running Deals and Discounts

23:28 Gradual Discounting and Protecting Margins

27:15 Segmenting SKUs by Channel to Avoid Conflicts

28:40 Avoiding Algorithmic Price Matching and Differentiation

30:00 The Power of Bundles and Sets in Increasing AOV

31:28 Framing and Anchoring Prices on a D2C Website

38:38 Setting Prices for Profitability

49:16 The Effectiveness of Giveaways and Contests

54:59 Considerations for Running Giveaways

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Fulfil.io.

https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.

https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.

https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators

E068: Taylor Holiday - Part 2 Aug 07, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction & The Reality of E-commerce Growth

31:26 Disparity in E-commerce Growth

33:20 Challenging the Perception of E-commerce

35:08 Challenges Faced by Seven-Figure and Eight-Figure Stores

45:41 Growth Rates of Seven-Figure and Eight-Figure Stores

53:07 Comparison of Growth Rates

55:20 Challenging Conventional Wisdom

58:36 The Importance of Having a Competitive Advantage

01:03:20 The Correlation Between Customer Sentiment and the Market

01:04:47 Setting Realistic Growth Expectations

01:07:40 The Role of Capital in Driving Growth

01:09:02 Understanding the Broader Market Context

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA Powered By: Fulfil.io. https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands. Northbeam. https://www.northbeam.io/ Postscript. https://postscript.io/ Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators Sign up to our weekly newsletter here: https://www.9operators.com/

E067: Taylor Holiday - Part 1 Jul 31, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction and Overview

03:22 The Impact of Cap Tables on the Organization

05:17 Equity as a Tool for Employee Retention08:38 The Power Dynamics of Board Control

23:21 The Importance of Trust in Equity Allocation

26:46 Reflecting on Past Decisions: What Would You Change?

27:41 Navigating the Challenges of Equity and Ownership

38:02 The Importance of Open Communication and Fairness

45:17 Understanding the Psychology of Equity and Monetization

53:24 Insights into the E-commerce Industry: A Preview of Data

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Fulfil.io.

https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.

https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.

https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:

https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators

E066: Special guest episode with the founder & CEO of Flexport Ryan Petersen Jul 24, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction

03:18 Overview of Flexport and its Services

08:09 Differences between Flexport and Shopify in Fulfillment

10:04 Utilizing Real-Time Data for Supply Chain Planning

14:47 The Importance of Visibility and Communication in Logistics

17:56 Challenges in the Freight Forwarding Industry

18:25 Choosing the Hardest Businesses and the Value of Simplifying to Amplify

23:33 Expanding into Omni-Channel Fulfillment and B2B Distribution

28:12 The Complexity of Wholesale Orders and Physical Retail Partnerships

31:06 The Importance of Integration and Communication in Supply Chains

34:50 Building a Robust System for Handling Demand

38:38 The Importance of Holistic Service and Avoiding Fragmentation

39:04 Improving Delivery and Unloading Processes

49:57 The Rise of E-commerce and its Impact on Air Cargo

53:45 Challenges and Non-compliance in Customs Clearance

58:59 The Transition from Operator to Investor

01:02:19 Capital Allocation and Return on Invested Capital

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Fulfil.io.https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators

E065: Capital, Investment & Politics Jul 17, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction

03:12 Weekend Recap and Discussion on Aging

06:26 Transitioning from Fluid Intelligence to Wisdom

09:20 The Political Landscape and the Biden Presidency

13:41 The Importance of Privacy and Anonymity on Social Media

15:30 The Influence of Generational Shifts on Institutions

18:12 The Role of Swing Voters in Elections

20:53 The Need for Competent and Moderate Leadership

22:22 The Value of Wisdom and Experience

25:37 The JP Morgan Founders Forum and Insights from Jack Ma

30:19 The Importance of Financing a Business Through Internal Cash Flow

31:18 The Challenges of Transitioning to Generating Free Cash Flow

34:39 Establishing a Strong Culture Early On

36:05 Challenges in the Private Equity Market for M&A

37:03 The Rise of AI and Its Impact on Investment

37:32 Understanding the Chinese Economy and Geopolitical Risks

43:45 The Need for Contingency Plans in Manufacturing

45:19 The Importance of Immigration in Building a Strong Manufacturing Ecosystem

56:09 The Movement of Millionaires out of the UK

57:04 The Decline in Foreign Investment in China

01:04:33 Assessing the Growth Story of China

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Fulfil.io.https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators

E064: Manage your time like a 9-figure CEO Jul 10, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction

03:09 The Role of an Executive Assistant

06:06 Finding and Trusting an EA

08:49 When to Hire an EA

10:15 Different Perspectives on Having an EA

20:21 Balancing Personal and Work Tasks

23:12 Avoiding Lifestyle Creep

26:34 The Lumpy Nature of Needing an EA

30:21 Finding Time as a CEO

43:28 Aligning Personal and Business Finances

48:31 Optimizing Processes and Priorities

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Fulfil.io.

https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.

https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.

https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:

https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:

@marketingoperators

E063: Part 2: How to build resiliency into your business Jul 03, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction

00:31 Understanding the Challenges of Inventory Management and Fulfillment

06:32 Building a Resilient Business through Channel and Market Diversity

10:39 The Importance of Sustainable Competitive Advantages and Modes

13:50 Productive Paranoia and Risk Mitigation for Long-Term Success

23:40 The Strategy of Sharing Information and Fortifying the Business

26:28 Building in Public

28:17 Accountability and Learning

29:44 Finding a Community

38:12 Recognition and Resilience

47:29 Leading Through Challenges

E062: Special Guest Episode: Growth Marketing Ft. Sarah Carusona Jun 26, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction

08:09 Navigating the Agency Landscape and the Role of ERPs in E-commerce

14:51 Segmenting Advertising Strategies for New and Returning Customers

24:21 Challenges in Measuring Customer Acquisition Costs

27:08 Utilizing Data Warehouses and Technologies for Customer Analysis

31:51 Tracking and Attributing Customer Data

41:18 The Power Law Distribution of Customer Behavior

49:26 TV and Influencer Marketing as Awareness Plays

54:31 Understanding the Media Mix and Targeting the Core Group of Customers

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA Powered By: Fulfil.io. https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands. Northbeam. https://www.northbeam.io/ Sendlane. https://learn.sendlane.com/operators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators Visit Our Website: https://www.9operators.com/

E061: Part 1: How to build resiliency into your business Jun 19, 2024

Show notes

00:00 Introduction 03:18 Building Resilience: Lessons from the Meta Summit 08:59 Diversification: Mitigating Risks in a Platform-Driven World 24:10 The Evolving Role of AI in Marketing 27:30 Investing in Resilience: Strategies for Long-Term Success 28:57 The Challenges of the E-commerce Ecosystem 29:55 The Risks of Relying on Algorithms 31:19 Transitioning from the Marketplace to 1P 34:35 The Importance of Understanding Your Numbers 45:38 The Global Competition in E-commerce 53:06 Building Resilience in the E-commerce IndustryOperators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIAPowered By:Fulfil.io.https://bit.ly/3pAp2vuThe Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.Northbeam.https://www.northbeam.io/Sendlane.https://learn.sendlane.com/operatorsSubscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators Visit Our Website: https://www.9operators.com/

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