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eCommerce Fastlane: Shopify Growth Strategies—Where AI Efficiency Meets Human Connection

Steve Hutt | Shopify and eCommerce Expert
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Running a Shopify store? You already know success isn't about finding the right app—it's about knowing which strategies actually work at your specific stage of growth. I'm Steve Hutt, and I've lived every level of the ecommerce journey—from eBay Power Seller shipping products myself to Shopify Merchant Success Manager helping 100+ brands from startup to enterprise scale, including working with the... more

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As Q4 heats up, Shopify brands are facing some serious pressure—rising fulfillment costs, shifting global tariffs, and the growing complexity of scaling operations beyond your garage or living room.

Today's guest knows this space inside and out. Cas... more

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane! Q4 is in full swing, and with it comes mounting pressure for Shopify brands—admin demands are cutting into margins, operations are getting more complex, and there's a constant buzz about AI: is it actually moving the ne... more

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Welcome to eCommerce Fastlane! As Q4 ramps up, Shopify brands face mounting challenges: acquisition costs are climbing, and customer expectations keep rising.

How do you keep growing—in conversions, loyalty, and lifetime value—without getting bogged... more

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Today's episode explores a critical shift in how scaling Shopify brands can build deeper, more profitable customer relationships.

As digital ad costs climb heading into Q4—with BFCM just around the corner—too many brands waste budget competing in no... more

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Casey Armstrong
Chief Marketing Officer at ShipBob
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Episode: Chaos-Proof Your Q4: ShipBob’s Fulfillment Playbook for Fast-Growing Shopify Brands
Greg Tull
Director of marketing at Classy Llama
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Episode: Winning The Checkout: Real-World eCommerce Fixes that Convert Customers and Build Loyalty
Moshe Zippel
Senior lead of advertising success at Beehiiv
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Episode: From Paid Ads To Owned Audiences: DTC Growth Strategies With Newsletter Monetization
Anthony Sardain
CEO and founder of Cavela, a virtual sourcing agent company
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Episode: The New Sourcing Formula: How AI-Powered Strategies Slash Costs and Tariff Risks for Shopify Brands
Jen Kessler
VP of Product at Klaviyo
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Episode: From $70+ CAC to Profitable LTV: Klaviyo VP Shows How Top Shopify Brands Build Lasting Customer Relationships
Vibhor Chhabra
Director of Product for Shipping and Taxes at Shopify
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Episode: Shopify Shipping's Game-Changing Launch: What Every Merchant Needs to Know Before BFCM 2025
Leon van der Laan
Leadership architect helping eCommerce founders transition from founder mode to self-managing teams
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Episode: From Founder Mode To Self-Managing Teams: Breaking Through Seven-Figure Growth Ceilings
Mike Simmons
CEO and owner of Plugin Useful
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Episode: The $30K+ Monthly SEO Strategy: How Plugin AI Gets Shopify Stores Ranking in ChatGPT & Google's AI Results
William Gasner
Co-founder and CMO of Stack Influence, a six-time founder, and experienced in building seven-figure eCommerce businesses.
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Episode: Why Unilever Moved 50% Of Ad Budget To Micro-Influencers (And How Shopify Brands Can Copy This)

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Steve Hutt
Host of discussions focused on actionable Shopify growth strategies, interviewing successful entrepreneurs and industry leaders with a deep understanding of e-commerce and marketing.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 569 ratings
  • Steve is an amazing host

    We went pretty deep into 2X your Shopify revenue profitably. Thank you for hosting me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sabir007
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boost Your Shopify Store Growth: Lessons in Tax and Finance Strategy

    This is a standout podcast for anyone in the Shopify business looking to learn the complexities of taxation and financial planning. Having a seasoned expert in the field, the show delivers actionable insights and practical advice tailored to both individuals and businesses. The episode dives deep into topics ranging from effective tax-saving strategies to comprehensive financial planning techniques.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Regine_C
    Philippinesa year ago
  • Amazing eCommerce Podcast

    Really enjoy listening to this podcast. The guests are very knowledgeable and it’s the best way to stay on top of the game and find out the new trends in the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tank_ugo
    Italya year ago
  • Must listen for any Shopify store owner

    Steve is great, super knowledgeable and really cares about helping Shopify merchants

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Game_Padre
    United States2 years ago
  • One of the best produced podcasts in E-Comm

    The eCommerce Fastlane has some off the best guests and some of the best production value in the e-comm podcast space. As a former Shopify team member, Steve, the host brings a TON of knowledge and context to his conversations with guests. So many other podcasts are just faking it til they make it but the Fastlane is the best lane :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexander345678
    United States2 years ago

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Chaos-Proof Your Q4: ShipBob’s Fulfillment Playbook for Fast-Growing Shopify Brands
Q: Is now a good time for a brand to make the switch to ShipBob?
Yes, it's definitely not too late to make the switch, especially if there's doubt about fulfillment execution during peak seasons like Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Chaos-Proof Your Q4: ShipBob’s Fulfillment Playbook for Fast-Growing Shopify Brands
Q: What are you telling brands when they outgrow their fulfillment setup?
Brands should consider outsourcing to a specialized fulfillment partner like ShipBob when shipping and fulfillment become obstacles to growing their business efficiently.
Scale Smarter, Not Harder: The 10-Minute Shopify Workweek Using AI Agents With Thinkr
Q: How does Thinkr actually help with AI automation?
Thinkr connects to Shopify and other platforms to enhance decision-making by providing data-driven insights and automating routine tasks.
Scale Smarter, Not Harder: The 10-Minute Shopify Workweek Using AI Agents With Thinkr
Q: What's the real cost right now of these kind of hidden headaches?
There's a direct financial cost that merchants don't see on their P&L, estimating a loss of 15 to 30% of potential annual revenue due to operational complexity and inefficiencies.
The New Sourcing Formula: How AI-Powered Strategies Slash Costs and Tariff Risks for Shopify Brands
Q: When was the moment you kind of realized that maybe the whole product sourcing kind of workflow is actually broken?
I was looking at the eCommerce landscape and noticing that a lot of eCommerce has actually been successfully automated away.

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The content focuses on providing actionable insights and strategies for Shopify store owners and DTC marketers, aiming to improve their business outcomes through effective marketing techniques. Each episode features in-depth conversations with noted industry experts where they discuss practical experiences rather than abstract theories. Topics covered include digital marketing, customer retention, AI applications, and the integration of emerging technologies in e-commerce without sacrificing the personal touch of customer interactions. The podcast has established itself as a reliable resource for those looking to build and grow successful online businesses, consistently emphasizing the importance of balancing technology with genuine human c... more

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