Building Brands in the Creator Economy with Oren John

14/09/2023 43 min
Building Brands in the Creator Economy with Oren John

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Episode Synopsis


In this episode of FYI, hosts Andrew Kim and Nicholas Grous explore the world of TikTok Shop with Oren Schauble, who shares insights on setting up shop, driving sales, and the advantages of early adoption. We’ll also navigate the realm of drop shipping and third-party logistics (3PL), revealing when and how to utilize each method, and uncover top-notch partners. As we venture further, we’ll uncover the secrets to thriving in a saturated market, finding niches, establishing customer loyalty, and adapting to change. Later, we’ll take a deep dive into the creator economy, exploring opportunities for individuals and companies to monetize talents and its impact on marketing. Finally, we’ll delve into effective brand-building across various channels, focusing on social media success, customer value, appealing web design, and inspiring success stories. Oren provides his insights and tips as we explore success in today’s dynamic retail landscape.






“What’s really important is you can go sell a product to your fans, right? You can say, hey, these people really enjoy my content. They really have built an affinity to me.” @orenmeetsworld





Key Points From This Episode:
Exploring the creator economy, opening opportunities for all
Emphasizing omnichannel strategy; refining through Direct-to-Consumer (D2C)
Unlocking Shopify’s success in easy payments, while TikTok and Instagram are enhancing frictionless buying experiences
Choosing products through direct factory contact, utilizing managed services, or browsing platforms like Alibaba
Combining value and entertainment for potent social media branding
Building an audience early, curating space, and thinking strategically
Navigating saturation by finding your unique niche
Implementing familiar design elements to foster consumer trust and usability
Investing in setting up a TikTok Shop; reaping the benefits it offers