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Free AIO Audit - Click Here. How Australian eCommerce Brands Can Rank in AI Overviews (AIO) in 2026 AI is changing how Australians discover and buy products online. In this episode, Ryan Martin sits down with Patrick Dhital one of Australia's leading SEO and AIO specialists — to break down exactly what eCommerce founders need to do right now to appear in AI-generated search results across ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude. If your brand isn't showing up when a CEO or customer searches for your category on an AI engine, this episode is for you. AI engines read structured data. That means moving your most important claims out of body paragraphs and into clear, structured page elements — headings, quick-facts boxes, certifications, awards — so AI can find and weight them correctly. Stop saying "award-winning product." Say which award you actually won, and give it its own heading on the page. This also includes schema markup and ensuring your meta copy is specific, not vague. Specificity signals trust to AI engines. Search behaviour has shifted from "best compression socks" to "what compression socks help me recover after a long-haul flight?" Your content strategy needs to follow. That means blogs and articles built around real customer questions — not AI-generated filler. The best content comes from knowing your customer better than any agency can. What questions do they ask you? Start there. Within those articles, include product carousels, CTAs, and comparison guides. Don't build content just for AIO — make it genuinely useful for the people landing on it. Being mentioned in a Vogue listicle on "top Australian knitwear brands" isn't just good PR — it's how AI engines discover and recommend you. Build backlinks and placements in topically relevant articles and listicles so that when an LLM goes looking, it finds your brand in credible, third-party sources. Social media presence matters too. If people are talking about your brand positively on Reddit or Quora, AI engines will surface that. If they're not — or if the reviews are bad — that surfaces too. AIO needs SEO to work. If you're not ranking on Google, AI engines won't find you either. The fundamentals haven't changed — they're the foundation. Be specific, not general. "Award-winning" means nothing to an AI. "Winner of the 2024 Good Design Award" does. Pull specifics out of paragraphs and into structured elements. Your content strategy should sound like your customer. Conversational queries are longer and more specific than ever. Write content that matches how real people talk — not how keyword tools think. Bad reviews can hurt you in AI, fast. What appears on Trustpilot, Reddit, or Quora is fair game for AI engines. Brand reputation management is now part of AIO. No single channel fixes everything. The brands with the best AIO results are also running Google Ads, social ads, email, and PR. It all compounds. ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, Ahrefs, SEMrush, Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Reddit, Quora, Trustpilot, Shopify, Remarkable Digital Want a free AIO audit? Ryan and Patrick are currently offering AI visibility audits for Australian eCommerce brands. Hit the link below to start the conversation.

FREE AIO AUDIT HERE STRATEGIC READINESS AUDIT HERE What if your business doubling overnight… actually broke everything? Most eCommerce founders obsess over traffic, ads, and revenue. But behind the scenes, there’s a hidden risk that quietly kills growth, and nearly 70% of businesses hit it around the $3M mark. In this episode, Ryan sits down with Louisa Smith, former digital marketing leader turned founder of A Quiet Shift — to unpack the “Strategic Readiness Gap” and why scaling without structure is the fastest path to burnout, broken systems, and team chaos. If you’ve ever felt stretched, stuck, or like your growth is getting harder instead of easier… this episode is your wake-up call. growth without preparation destroys businessesreal reasondoubling tomorrow4-hour weekly habitwithout breaking youGrowth isn’t the goal, sustainable growth is. Louisa reveals that most founders don’t fail because of bad marketing… They fail because they weren’t ready for success. “If your business doubled tomorrow, would it scale… or snap?” Strategic readiness > hustletrue profitintentional connectionschedule thinking time2–4 hours of “thinking space” weeklySOPsreal margins after ads, shipping, and returnsnon-work social check-inscapacity triggersLouisa shares a simple 2-minute Strategic Readiness Audit to help you identify: 👉 If you’ve hit a plateau (or feel like you’re close to breaking point), this is your first step. $1M–$5M+growth + team + burnoutads but unsure of true profitabilitybusy… but not in control

Get your AIO Audit Here - Comment AIO in comments box Ryan Martin interviews Steve Pover and Nicole Loftus from Clearer.Io and we cover off how and why eCommerce businesses are utilising their products to help conversion rate, trust and loyalty! If you’re still pouring money into ads hoping for more growth… you’re playing the wrong game. In this episode, we unpack the massive shift happening in eCommerce right now, where smart brands are no longer chasing traffic, but maximising every single visitor. Because here’s the truth: 👉 Your customers are visiting more… but buying less. 👉 Acquisition costs are rising… fast. 👉 And most stores are still missing the easiest revenue wins sitting right in front of them. Why “blunt force acquisition” is dyingleaving serious revenue on the tableAOV by 35%+ without discountingAI-driven product recommendationstech stack might be silently killing your conversionssmaller baskets, higher frequency shoppingexisting traffic into more revenue (without spending more on ads)1. Bundling is a goldmine (and most brands are doing it wrong) You don’t need discounts. If your recommendations are relevant, customers will buy more, naturally. 2. Personalisation = higher conversions, instantly From search results to product pages, tailoring the experience based on behaviour is no longer optional. 3. Your reviews are more powerful than you think From Google Shopping to checkout, social proof is driving clicks and conversions at every stage. 4. Your tools should talk to each other Disconnected tech = missed opportunities. Unified data = smarter decisions + more revenue. 8%+ of conversions2026 eCommerce isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what actually works, better. The brands winning right now are: every step of the customer journeyAI + automation to scale smarterconversion, not just trafficIf your brand isn’t showing up in AI-driven search tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Gemini… you’re already behind. 👉 Grab a free AIO (AI SEO) audit via the link at the top of the show notes and find out: You don’t need more traffic. You need to stop wasting the traffic you already have. 🚨 What You’ll Learn (And Why It Matters) 💡 Key Takeaways You Can Implement Today ⚡ Real Example From This Episode 🧠 The Bigger Picture 🎯 Want to Know If You’re Missing Out? 🔥 Final Thought

FREE AIO AUDIT - Why is your business not being found on ChatGPT? - Click Here to get a Free Audit In this episode, we sit down with Sam Wood (CEO & Founder of Azura Fashion Group), recently ranked Top 10 in Australia’s eCommerce leaders to break down how he built a global luxury fashion business: 👉 Selling across 28+ marketplaces worldwide 👉 Managing 500,000+ products without holding inventory 👉 Generating explosive growth (including $450K/month for a 3-month-old brand) 👉 And now building the “infrastructure layer” of eCommerce But here’s the kicker… Sam reveals why: AI-driven product enrichmentIf you’re still relying on paid ads and hoping for growth… this episode will flip your entire strategy. “invisible inventory” model60 marketplaces (then cut back to 28 strategically)marketplace selection > marketplace quantitybasic product data into conversion machines$0 → $450K/month (without ads)returns (and why they kill most eCom brands)China is a goldmine (and Germany isn’t)pre-loved & circular fashionMost eCommerce brands are doing this backwards. They: ❌ Spend thousands on ads ❌ Fight for attention ❌ Struggle to scale Meanwhile… One Aussie company: ✔ Sells across 28 marketplaces ✔ Has 500,000 products ✔ Doesn’t hold inventory ✔ Doesn’t rely on ads And just helped a brand hit $450K/month. This episode changes how you think about growth. 🎧 Listen now

AUS POST 2026 ECOMMERCE REPORT - DOWNLOAD HERE FREE SEO AUDIT HERE Australian eCommerce is entering a new era, and standing still is no longer an option. In this episode, Ryan Martin sits down with Jordan Berke, CEO and founder of global retail strategy firm Tomorrow, to unpack the biggest takeaways from the upcoming Australia Post eCommerce Report 2026. Jordan explains why Australia is no longer “catching up” in eCommerce. It is becoming one of the most competitive and fast-moving retail markets in the world. With marketplaces accelerating, delivery expectations rising, AI changing product discovery, and shoppers becoming more willing to switch brands, Australian retailers are facing a make-or-break moment. They dig into what’s driving the reported $86.2 billion in Australian eCommerce spend, why faster delivery is directly tied to conversion, how agentic AI is changing SEO and shopping behaviour, and what brands must do now to compete with Amazon, Temu, Shein, and the world’s best digital experiences. This is a must-listen for eCommerce founders, marketers, retailers, and brands that want to stay relevant in 2026 and beyond. Why Australia is reaching a major eCommerce inflection point How marketplaces are reshaping the retail landscape Why delivery speed has become one of the biggest conversion levers What “shopper promiscuity” means and why it matters for retention How customer expectations are changing faster than most brands realise What agentic AI means for product discovery and online shopping Why traditional SEO alone is no longer enough How contextual product content improves discoverability in AI search Why smaller brands must double down on differentiation What Australian retailers can learn from China, the US, and global leaders 1. Australia is moving from behind to ahead Jordan shares that Australia’s eCommerce penetration has now caught up with major global markets and is on track to move ahead, making this one of the most important periods for local retailers to adapt and invest. 2. Delivery speed is no longer a nice-to-have The conversation highlights how every extra day in delivery time can materially reduce conversion rates. Faster fulfillment, smarter inventory placement, and stronger logistics partnerships are becoming essential. 3. Shoppers are less loyal and more willing to switch Australian households are buying from more brands than ever before. That creates more opportunity, but also more pressure for retailers to win every experience. 4. AI is changing how products get discovered The future of discoverability is moving beyond keywords and attributes. Retailers need richer, more contextual product content that helps AI tools understand when, why, and for whom a product is relevant. 5. World-class user experience is now the baseline Australian retailers are no longer competing in isolation. They are competing against the best digital experiences in the world, and mediocre checkout, delivery, and navigation experiences will cost them. Australia’s eCommerce market is becoming one of the most dynamic globally Faster delivery is driving meaningful conversion gains AI-driven shopping traffic is rising fast and could become material very quickly ChatGPT may influence shopping, but it may not fully replace retailers Smaller brands still have room to win if they differentiate clearly Click-and-collect and parcel lockers are still major opportunities for improving convenience and conversion “You are no longer competing in your own market. You are competing with the world’s best.” “Cheap is easy. Differentiation is the real game.” “Traditional SEO is still important, but context is becoming the new competitive advantage.” “Mediocre eCommerce experiences are not going to survive in Australia anymore.”

Free SEO Audit Here Annabel Hay went from billion-dollar construction sites to inventing a globally patented fashion adhesive that actually works. In this episode of eCommerce Australia, the founder of Clutch Glue reveals how one viral TikTok sold out her entire inventory in 24 hours. We dive deep into the "unsexy" side of innovation, from cold-emailing university PhDs to find a chemical formulator, to managing global logistics from a Bondi share house. Annabel shares her "turbo" approach to decision-making, why she gave 15% of her company to her sister, and her upcoming move to conquer the New York market. In this episode, you’ll learn: The "Fateful Flash": The wardrobe malfunction that sparked a 4-year R&D journey. Lean Scaling: How to run a global brand using Notion, Cin7, and Keeyu. The Viral Blueprint: Why low-fi, functional content beats "aesthetic" branding on TikTok. Bootstrapping vs. Investors: Why Annabel chose to fund her own growth while working full-time.

Free SEO Audit Connect with Jevon Keeyu Website Customer service is broken in eCommerce, and it’s costing Australian brands millions. In this episode of E-Commerce Australia, Ryan sits down with Jevon Le Roux, former MD of SurfStitch and P.E Nation, now CEO & Co-Founder of Keeyu, a platform built to eliminate reactive customer service tickets before they ever exist. If you’re still hiring more support staff every peak season… If “Where is my order?” is your most common ticket… If your team is drowning in manual fixes and system hopping… This episode will challenge how you think about post-purchase. According to Australia Post, 1 in 5 online shoppers didn’t get what they wanted last year. That resulted in $13 billion in churned revenue. The question is, how much of that churn is preventable? Why traditional helpdesks are fundamentally reactive The 80+ post-purchase failure points brands don’t monitor How proactive post-purchase can cut support tickets by up to 50% Why scaling your support team isn’t the real solution How brands like Tony Bianco, Muscle Republic and Budgy Smuggler are approaching automation Why “Where Is My Order?” might disappear in the next five years Jevon shares how his experience leading major Australian retail brands exposed a massive gap in post-purchase operations - and how Keeyu is creating an entirely new category: Proactive Post-Purchase. This episode is a must-listen if you are: A founder scaling past $5M+ online A Head of eCommerce managing multiple warehouses Running Shopify, Magento, Salesforce or WooCommerce Hiring seasonal support staff every peak Feeling margin pressure in 2026 If complexity is increasing, this conversation is highly relevant. There’s a clear shift happening in eCommerce: From reactive ticket management ➡️ To proactive issue prevention Helpdesks manage tickets. Keeyu aims to prevent them. And in a climate where customer acquisition costs are rising and retention matters more than ever, that distinction matters. If reducing churn and increasing lifetime value is a priority for 2026, operational efficiency is only part of the equation. At Remarkable Digital, we help Australian eCommerce brands drive compounding growth through SEO, turning high-intent search into predictable revenue. If your traffic isn’t growing in line with your ambitions, hit the free audit button in the show notes and we’ll show you what’s possible. Learn more or book a discovery call: 👉 https://keeyu.com 🚨 The Stat That Should Concern Every Founder 🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode 🧠 Who This Is For⚙️ The Bigger Shift 📈 Want to Improve Retention & Organic Growth? 🔗 Connect with Keeyu

Free SEO Audit Here Connect with Kate 🎙 The Drive to Survive Effect: How Smart eCom Brands Are Winning Without Spending More on Ads Meta CPMs are up. Google is crowded. TikTok is unpredictable. So what if the real growth lever isn’t more performance spend… but better storytelling? In this episode of eCommerce Australia, Ryan Martin sits down with fractional CMO Kate Hughes (ex-BP, David Jones, Asahi, L’Oreal) to unpack what Drive to Survive can teach eCommerce brands about brand building, customer psychology, loyalty, and long-term growth. Because F1 didn’t just grow - it unlocked entirely new audiences. And your eCommerce brand can do the same. How storytelling expanded Formula 1’s audience (especially female buyers) Why content can unlock new customer segments without discounting The mistake most eCommerce brands make when they rely only on performance marketing The difference between brand marketing and performance marketing Why short-term tactics stop working in crowded markets How to find “uncrowded channels” your competitors are ignoring How to grow faster by partnering with brands that share your customer Real-world examples of brand collaborations that elevate both sides Why this strategy improves reach, SEO visibility, and customer trust How to use reviews, comments and customer support to uncover growth gaps Simple ways to extract insight using AI tools The underrated churn question every eCommerce brand should be asking How colour influences perceived value, luxury and trust Why brand consistency matters more than constant creative refreshes Small visual changes that can improve conversion rate Why loyalty programs are rising again in retail and eCommerce What brands like Mecca understand about retention How loyalty gives you data, insight and long-term margin protection If you’re only optimising ads, you’re playing the short game. The brands that will win in 2026 and beyond are: Obsessed with their customer Clear on their brand positioning Consistent in message Smart about collaborations Investing in retention and loyalty Using storytelling to create emotional connection Growth isn’t just about traffic. It’s about mental availability. 🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode 🚗 The “Drive to Survive” Growth Lesson 📉 Why Your Ads Feel More Expensive 🤝 The Collab Shortcut 🎧 Social Listening & Customer Insight 🎨 The Psychology of Colour in eCommerce 🔁 The Loyalty Comeback 💡 The Big Takeaway

Free SEO Audit 5 Free Articles Registration SEO Isn’t Dead — But 90% of eCommerce Brands Will Get This Wrong in 2026 Google’s December Core Update didn’t kill SEO, but it exposed which eCommerce brands are doing it properly… and which ones are about to disappear from search. In this episode of E-Commerce Australia, Ryan Martin sits down with Patrick, Head of SEO at Remarkable Digital, to break down what’s actually working in eCommerce SEO in 2026, and why most brands are unknowingly sabotaging their own growth. If you’re relying on AI-generated content, outdated SEO tactics, or “best practice” advice from 2024, this episode will challenge everything you think you know. Why Google’s Core Updates are rewarding some eCommerce stores, and punishing others The truth about AI content, EEAT, and “AI slop” (and how to use AI without getting hit) Why ranking #1 doesn’t guarantee clicks anymore, and how to adapt The exact content mix eCommerce brands need (60% informational, 40% transactional) How to build topical authority to beat bigger brands with smaller budgets The perfect Shopify collection page structure for SEO + conversions Where most brands go wrong with internal linking (and how to fix it) How Google Gemini, AI Overviews, and the Universal Commerce Protocol will reshape eCommerce Why SEO is still the highest-trust, best-converting traffic channel in 2026 For a limited time, Remarkable Digital is offering 5 free premium SEO articles generated through their proprietary AI + human workflow, designed to meet Google’s EEAT standards and actually rank. ⚠️ Limited to the first 20 eCommerce businesses only. If you’re an Australian eCommerce brand serious about scaling organic traffic, future-proofing your SEO, and staying ahead of Google’s next moves — this episode is mandatory listening.

Free SEO Audit Here Ranged - Contact Them Here Connect With Jess on LinkedIn Ready to take your FMCG or eCommerce brand from DTC darling to retail powerhouse? In this must-listen episode, Jessica Gordoun, Managing Director of Ranged, reveals the exact strategy her team uses to get challenger brands like Funday and Muscle Nation stocked in Coles, Woolworths, Chemist Warehouse, and Costco, and keep them there. Whether you're bootstrapping an eCom brand or already hitting 7-figures online, this episode is your unfair advantage to land on the shelves of Australia’s biggest retailers. What retail buyers actually care about (hint: it’s not your Instagram following) Why most eCom brands fail in retail, and how to avoid it The one mistake that can kill your range review before it starts How brands like Funday hacked the Woolworths system in 3 months How to tailor pack size, price point & marketing for omnichannel success Why your eCommerce traction might be your greatest retail weapon The ideal timeline to go from launch to retail-ready When NOT to pursue national retail, and why Jessica Gordoun is the Managing Director of Ranged, a specialist retail partner helping social-led and eCom-native brands scale into Australia's biggest retail channels. With previous leadership roles at Coles Local and The Reject Shop, Jess has sat on both sides of the buyer/supplier table and knows exactly what it takes to win.

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Free SEO Audit Here Download BFCM Playbook (Profit Peak) Here Connect with Kat Ramos BFCM Sales Were Up, So Why Did Profits Go Backwards for Aussie Brands? Black Friday Cyber Monday looked like a win for Australian eCommerce. Traffic was higher, orders increased, and sales days hit record levels. But when the dust settled, many brands realised something uncomfortable. Profits did not follow revenue. In this episode of eCommerce Australia, Ryan Martin is joined by Kat Ramos, Senior Growth Executive at Profit Peak, to unpack exclusive Australian BFCM data from Profit Peak’s newly released BFCM 2025 Playbook, and why so many brands sold more but kept less. This is a must-listen for Shopify store owners planning for BFCM 2026 and beyond. Kat breaks down the key findings from thousands of Australian orders, including: 📈 300% uplift in daily net sales, Aussies were ready to spend 🧲 426% increase in new customers, acquisition was aggressive 🔻 16% drop in contribution margin, discounts and ad spend took their toll 💸 New customers cost significantly more to acquire than returning ones ⚠️ Many brands celebrated revenue before seeing their credit card bills The result was busy stores, stressed cash flow, and thinner margins. This episode goes beyond post-mortems and into what winning brands did differently, including: Why blanket site-wide discounts hurt more than they help How to discount C and D stock without damaging your brand Using bundles, mystery gifts, and AOV levers instead of deeper discounts Why contribution margin beats ROAS as your North Star metric How AI-driven product discovery delivered up to 350% higher contribution profit per session The conversation also dives into how customer behaviour is shifting fast: TikTok as the top product discovery channel for Aussie shoppers Google still dominating first-click acquisition Email and direct traffic closing the sale Early signals that AI-powered discovery will play a major role by 2026 If your Shopify store relies heavily on Meta and Google alone, this episode will challenge your channel mix. If you are: Planning BFCM 2026 Feeling margin pressure despite growing revenue Discounting without a clear profit model Struggling to connect ads, inventory, and product performance This episode will help you rethink how to grow profit-first, not just top-line. Kat Ramos is Senior Growth Executive at Profit Peak, helping Australian eCommerce brands connect product data, ad performance, and profitability so every team works toward the same margin goal. Revenue is vanity. Profit is strategy. And BFCM rewards the brands who prepare months in advance. 🚨 What Aussie Brands Got Wrong This BFCM🧠 The Smarter BFCM Strategy That Actually Protects Profit🤖 AI, TikTok, and the New Aussie Shopping Journey📊 Why This Matters for Shopify Store Owners👥 About the Guest🔑 Key Takeaway

Free SEO Audit Question for Dave? Get In Touch Here Best of series - The best advice delivered straight to you, without the general chit chat! Join Ryan Martin on the eCommerce Australia Podcast as we revisit some of the best, most replayed and asked for podcasts. This episode with Dave Levett from Murmur delivered some absolute gold, and will get you thinking about your strategy and plan coming into a massive 2026!

SEO AUDIT HERE Contact ChannelWiz Here What if you could scale your eCommerce brand to $50M+ in sales without spending a cent on Google Ads? In this episode, we sit down with Doron Kushlin, founder of KG Group and ChannelWiz, to unpack one of the most incredible Australian eComm journeys you’ve never heard. From washing dishes in Perth to becoming one of the top marketplace sellers in the country, Doron breaks down exactly how he built a business that now moves 2,000+ orders a day purely through marketplace channels. If you’re still sinking budget into Meta and Google, but ignoring the power of Amazon, eBay, Kmart, Catch (RIP), and others… this is your wake-up call. How Doron built a $50M+ business without traditional digital ads Why ChannelWiz is helping brands like Puma crush it on marketplaces The exact turning point when eBay unlocked their first major growth wave How to list products “the right way” on Big W, Kmart, Amazon & more Why bundling, relevance, and marketplace-specific content are key Doron’s unfiltered thoughts on working with retailers (including getting banned!) What most founders get completely wrong about multichannel selling The future of Australian marketplaces and why the big shift is already here eCommerce founders stuck in the Meta/Google ad treadmill Brands wanting to scale fast without increasing CAC Anyone exploring tools like ChannelWiz to unlock multi-channel distribution Doron shares how ChannelWiz went from internal ops software to a growing powerhouse used by 70+ brands, and why they say yes to the right clients, and no to the wrong ones.

Free SEO Audit Here: Follow us on Instagram: @remarkabledigital How do modern haircare brands go from salon-exclusive to household name? This episode unpacks the seismic shift from B2B to DTC in the beauty space, and what that means for digital marketers, retailers, and brand leaders heading into peak sales season. You’ll learn why omnichannel is no longer optional, how smarter attribution is driving better ROI, and what really moves the needle on Black Friday & Cyber Monday in a hyper-competitive market. We also dive into the psychology of today’s beauty shopper: why awareness, education, and SEO-driven content are now mission-critical, not just "nice to have." Whether you’re selling shampoo or scaling a skincare startup this one’s packed with insights you’ll actually use. The shift to DTC is redefining how haircare brands go to market Omnichannel is the backbone of modern beauty retail SEO isn’t dead, it’s the power play for awareness and buyer trust Attribution is messy, but ignoring it is worse In-person events still work for beauty brands (and loyalty) Black Friday & Cyber Monday remain the ultimate stress tests for your funnel Choosing the right agency partners makes or breaks long-term success

Free SEO Audit Here Speak With Chelsea Here If you’ve ever wondered how some Aussie eCom brands land features in Broadsheet, Inside Retail, or even The Today Show, this is the episode you can’t afford to skip. In this in-person conversation, we sit down with Chelsea Cucinotta, founder of HoneyBuzz PR and former Nine News journalist, to unpack the exact strategies that help eCommerce brands punch above their weight in the media. Chelsea has helped brands like DX Diamonds, Underworks, and Alliance Francaise de Melbourne secure earned media coverage that drives real business impact, and today, she’s revealing how she does it. From campaign wins to the art of newsjacking, Chelsea shares why most founders are sitting on PR gold but doing nothing with it. Whether you’re launching a product, rebranding, or just want to become the go-to name in your niche, this episode is your playbook. 🔥 In This Episode, You'll Discover: What earned media actually is, and why it's the PR strategy smart brands are doubling down on Chelsea’s journalist-first approach to finding your story and making it media-ready How she landed a Page 3 feature in The Age The common myths about PR that are costing eCom brands visibility and sales How to turn trending news into national coverage The difference between a good PR agency and a great one, and how to know when you’ve found the right fit When you should DIY your PR and when it’s time to call in an expert What media outlets like Broadsheet, The Today Show, and Inside Retail are actually looking for 🚀 Who This Episode Is For: eCommerce founders launching a new product, rebrand, or campaign Brand marketers who want media exposure without paying for ads Agencies looking to expand their value-add with PR partnerships Founders ready to become visible thought leaders in their industry Business owners who’ve thought “We should be in the media” but don’t know where to start 🎯 Key Takeaway: “Best known beats best. But you need the right story, at the right time, to the right people.” Chelsea Cucinotta 🛠️ Tools & Tactics Covered: Newsjacking Product seeding/gifting Collaborations & brand activations PR stunts & earned buzz Pitching media like a journalist, not a marketer 🕐 Now Is the Time: Black Friday and Cyber Monday are around the corner and journalists hate being pitched last minute. If you’re planning a campaign or want to be featured during peak sales season, this episode is your behind-the-scenes guide to doing it right. 🔗 Links & Resources: 💼 Learn more about Chelsea & HoneyBuzz PR: https://www.honeybuzzpr.com 📩 Contact Chelsea directly: hello@honeybuzzpr.com 📱 Follow HoneyBuzz PR on Instagram: @honeybuzzpr 🧠 Discover eCom SEO growth strategies with Remarkable Digital: https://www.remarkabledigital.com.au/

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Free SEO Audit Here Trendii Aaron Woolf - Linkedin What if your products could appear next to premium content your ideal customers already engage with? In this episode, Ryan sits down with Melbourne based founder Aaron Woolf, creator of Trendii, a product discovery and advertising platform that helps eCommerce brands connect with shoppers through lifestyle content, blogs, and even TV. Instead of interrupting customers with ads, Trendii integrates directly into the content they’re already consuming, making it easier for people to discover, click, and shop products that match what they’re seeing. Whether it's a celebrity wearing a certain outfit or a home styling article featuring a particular aesthetic, Trendii bridges the gap between inspiration and purchase. What Trendii actually is and how it functions as a discovery channel, not a search or intent-based tool. How Trendii partners with publishers (like Elle, Marie Claire, Nine and more) to embed shoppable links directly into content. Why fashion, homewares, and lifestyle brands are seeing strong results from this integrated approach. How Trendii uses AI to match retailer product feeds with relevant content in real time. Real world examples: From a small fashion brand getting featured next to a celebrity look, to Freedom using Trendii to align with The Block coverage. Why 85% of Trendii’s traffic is new customers, and what that means for growing DTC brands. eCommerce brand owners looking to diversify their marketing mix. Marketers who want to reach customers earlier in their buying journey. Retailers seeking alternatives to traditional paid ads that still drive qualified traffic.

Free SEO Audit Free PR Audit From Caroline What do Coldplay, sunscreen, and coconut yoghurt have in common? They’ve all been at the centre of major PR disasters that eCommerce founders must learn from. In this episode, Ryan Martin is joined by Caroline Voaden, founder of Story Copywriting & PR, a former crisis comms pro turned PR strategist helping Aussie brands get seen for the right reasons. Whether you’re looking to land media coverage, launch a new product, or avoid your own public meltdown, this episode is packed with punchy insights and practical takeaways. 🔥 What REALLY happened behind the Ultraviolet SPF scandal (and why their bold PR play was a high-stakes gamble) 🧠 Why most eCom founders fail at PR (and how to fix it) ⏱️ The 48-hour crisis window, and why silence is brand suicide 🧲 How to pitch journalists so they actually say yes 💡 “Why You, Why Now?” the question every founder must answer before hitting send 🎯 Should you go big with a stunt, or go consistent with micro PR? Caroline’s rule of thumb. Plus: ✅ Caroline’s proven PR framework for building trust, visibility & credibility 🛡️ How to use PR as “brand insurance” before things go wrong 📉 The mistake most brands make during a product recall (Cocobella, we’re looking at you)

Free SEO Audit Here Andie Body Website Here Connect With Tim on LinkedIn Australian Startup Success Story: Building a Million-Dollar Brand from Bar Sampling to Major Retail What happens when three Australian entrepreneurs discover a Korean hangover remedy and transform it into a national retail phenomenon? You get a masterclass in grassroots eCommerce marketing and retail strategy that every Australian business owner needs to hear. Join eCommerce Australia host as we dive deep with Tim O'Sullivan, co-founder of the breakthrough Australian brand Bae Juice. This isn't your typical startup story, it's a raw, practical guide to building retail relationships, scaling eCommerce operations, and launching multiple ventures in the competitive Australian market. From guerrilla marketing in Melbourne nightlife districts to securing premium shelf space with Australia's biggest retailers, Tim reveals the exact strategies that turned a simple product discovery into a multi-million dollar eCommerce empire. Plus, get exclusive insights into his latest venture, Andie Body, and how he's applying hard won lessons to scale even faster. Perfect for: Australian eCommerce founders, retail entrepreneurs, startup enthusiasts, digital marketing professionals, and anyone looking to break into major Australian retail chains. Retail & Distribution Strategy: Proven methods for approaching major Australian retailers (Coles, Woolworths, IGA) How to build lasting relationships with retail buyers and category managers The real timeline and investment required for retail rollouts in Australia Why product sampling beats digital advertising for certain categories Growth Marketing & Brand Building: Guerrilla marketing tactics that work in Australian cities (Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane) How COVID-19 created unexpected opportunities for beverage and wellness brands The power of brand touchpoints and consistent customer experience Converting bar and nightclub sampling into loyal eCommerce customers Scaling Australian eCommerce: From direct-to-consumer to omnichannel retail strategy Managing inventory and supply chain for rapid Australian market expansion Building team culture and operational systems during hypergrowth Lessons learned from scaling one Australian brand to launching another Entrepreneurship & Personal Development: Why continuous learning and networking are critical for Australian founders How to leverage industry connections in Australia's tight-knit business community Balancing multiple ventures while maintaining operational excellence Mental frameworks for making high stakes business decisions Bae Juice Official Website: https://drinkbaejuice.com.au/ Andie Body: https://www.andiebody.com.au/ #eCommerceAustralia #AustralianStartups #RetailStrategy #BaeJuice #AndieBody #TimOSullivan #AustralianEntrepreneurs #DirectToConsumer #RetailRelationships #StartupGrowth #MelbourneStartups #AustralianBusiness #eCommercePodcast #EntrepreneurshipAustralia #BrandBuilding #GuerrillaMarketing #AustralianRetail