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Keep your marketing consistent for your Amazon listings. 📦 If your marketing outside of Amazon is already working for you, your customers can get a consistent experience. We’ve got more Amazon tips for you in this AKNF episode: https://lnkd.in/gXDjKA6D 

Wanna get seen on Amazon? The key is proper merchandising. Unlike retail stores where all product options are on display, only a few are showcased on Amazon. Optimize your product placement to increase your visibility. Tune in to the latest episode of the DTC Podcast: https://lnkd.in/gXDjKA6D

Amazon is a powerful platform, but understanding its role in your broader strategy is key. Consider generic terms and how they align with your product as well as brand building for the best strategy. Get essential Amazon tips in the latest AKNF episode of the DTC Podcast: https://lnkd.in/gXDjKA6D 

This Week in Digital News 👀📱⁠ ⁠A lot went down online- so here’s what you might have missed:⁠ ⁠ 🚀 BuzzFeed is launching a new social media app: BF Island⁠ ⁠ 📈 YouTube hit record ad revenue in Q4… even with all the ad blockers⁠ ⁠ 🏈 The Super Bowl was the most-watched ever, racking up 127.7M viewers⁠ ⁠ 💰 Amazon is set to beat Walmart in quarterly revenue for the first time, hitting $187B in sales⁠ ⁠ 🤖 The UK & US refused to sign an international AI declaration, but for very different reasons⁠ ⁠ 👀 Instagram is testing a ‘dislike’ button for comments, similar to TikTok’s (dislikes will count but won’t be visible)⁠ ⁠ What’s the biggest headline for you this week? Drop your thoughts below! ⁠

Big news- TikTok is back! After a brief but heavily-publicized removal from U.S. Apple and Google app stores, TikTok is back following a 75-day delay on the original ban. Swipe for a timeline of events so far 👀 👉The popular video-sharing platform, now a major player in ecommerce, continues to be a vital tool for businesses and creators looking to reach huge audiences. 👉While the platform remains operational, uncertainty looms as discussions around potential U.S. ownership continue- 👉Trump has stated that he wants the buyer to grant the U.S. a 50% stake in the app. Potential buyers range from Elon Musk and Kevin O’Leary to YouTuber MrBeast, but nothing has been finalized as of yet. For brands leveraging TikTok for sales and marketing, the takeaway is clear: adaptability is key. Stay informed, explore alternative platforms, and be prepared for potential changes in the digital landscape. #tiktok

🗞️ DTC Weekly Wrap - February 14 👀⁠ - Google’s Super Bowl Ad Blunder - The Latest on the US Tariffs - How to Upsell like Anthropologie ...and more! ⁠ ⁠ Stay ahead of trends and news- subscribe to the DTC Newsletter! 📨

💘 Valentine’s Day Marketing: Are You Speaking Your Customer’s Love Language? 💘 Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance—it’s one of the biggest days of retail. Every year, brands push chocolates, flowers, and jewelry… but what if you could do something different to appeal to more people? Enter: The 5 Love Languages. 💝 While Receiving Gifts might seem like the obvious Valentine’s Day driver, people who value Quality Time or Acts of Service might prefer a weekend getaway, a subscription box, or even a spa day. 💡 Smart brands use this to their advantage. A simple love language quiz on your website? Personalized ad targeting based on emotional buying triggers? Game-changer. 🎯 For example, position a subscription service as the perfect Acts of Service gift—taking something off your partner’s plate is a powerful value proposition. Or create a “Buy One, Gift One” promo for products that foster Quality Time (think coffee mugs, robes, or massage passes). Are you integrating love languages into your marketing?

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Will Temu’s famously-low prices soon be a thing of the past? 👀 A major shift in the company’s supply chain in response to US tariffs could mean higher costs for consumers and businesses alike. Let's break it down: 👉 In response to uncertainty around the new U.S. tariffs (for example, briefly eliminating the “de minimis” exemption for small, lower-cost packages), Temu is now requiring factories to bulk ship to U.S. warehouses. 👉This change will likely disrupt the platform’s ultra-low-cost model, forcing customers to adapt to rising costs. 👉While the move isn’t mandatory yet, Temu is prioritizing sellers who adopt the new system, signalling a broader shift in its operations. The new tariffs and trade policies are already impacting consumer sentiment, with spending confidence dropping for the second month in a row. More brands may follow Temu’s lead by establishing US-based warehousing to navigate tariff risks—potentially reshaping the ecommerce landscape. Keep an eye on this space, as these ongoing changes and uncertainties could influence pricing strategies, supply chain decisions, and consumer buying habits in the months ahead. #temu

Are price hikes on the horizon for businesses? President Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs this afternoon could mean just that–let's break it down. 👉Earlier today, Trump signed a directive aimed at rebalancing trade relations by imposing new levies on countries that charge high tariffs on U.S. goods. 👉These import taxes will be customized per country to counteract not only tariffs but also subsidies, regulations, and other trade barriers that the U.S. deems unfair. 👉While the tariffs won’t take effect immediately, businesses should prepare for potential price shifts as studies are expected to conclude by April 1, with Trump potentially acting soon after. For brands and business owners, this move introduces uncertainty in global trade, with the potential to affect everything from automobiles and semiconductors to pharmaceuticals. While Trump has left the door open for negotiations, he has made it clear—certain tariffs will apply across the board. Stay informed as this policy unfolds, as it could reshape international commerce and drive up costs for businesses and consumers alike! 👀