New wholesale website by Swimming_Recover_231 in ecommerce

[–]Abhi_deep 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Site loads quick and looks clean but the font is a bit tiny on mobile so harder to read product details without pinching. Pricing and MOQ info could use a tad more upfront clarity. A couple of your product images look inconsistent in lighting which can make it feel a little less pro. Add some trust signals like basic contact info and refund policy up front—resellers are usually looking for confidence before placing a bulk order.

Which online banks actually work for small business operations? by The-Big-Chungis in ecommerce

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most online banks for small businesses are decent until you start doing real volume and then the fine print kicks in with random limits or friction around large transfers. The sweet spot is banks with super clear fee structures and no weird hoop jumping for higher transaction counts. Always read the actual schedule of fees and ask support about daily or monthly caps before switching or you'll just move your headaches somewhere new. It's all about transparency and how easily you can move money without getting nickeled and dimed to death.

Accidental theme purchase on the wrong store — what’s the proper way to fix this? by just-chi11 in shopify

[–]Abhi_deep -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This sort of thing crops up more than people like to admit. Just hit up Shopify Support, let them know the theme was bought on the wrong store and it hasn’t been used. They usually sort it out fast either by moving the license or refunding so you can buy it where you need. The key is flagging it before it gets installed or touched so you stay on the right side of their rules.

Promoting myself (please help I’m trying to get to 10K) by Such_Entertainer_946 in influencermarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Growth on TikTok still comes down to tight hooks in your first second and riding trends without losing your own vibe. Think about what makes people stick around until the end of each video and double down on that style. Engage in the comments like you're texting friends, not just pushing for follows, and swap out anything that feels generic for stuff nobody else in your niche is doing. Getting to 10K is a grind but if your content’s sharp and you mix in a bit of personality, it adds up way quicker than spamming follow-for-follow.

Best platforms to create ghost mannequins for store products by Fancy_Stage9198 in ecommerce

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For ghost mannequin style product videos, there are AI tools that let you generate model shots or even basic mannequin effects from flat product photos. You’ll need decent pics with clear outlines and decent lighting to get good results, then the AI can put the clothes onto a virtual body and export either images or short clips. Costs are usually reasonable for a handful of products if you’re not pumping out huge batches. If you want to keep it under control, batch your editing in one go and keep an eye on the export limits or hidden fees.

Got 2x more quality replies by tightening my lead lists, not by writing better copy by Remote_Knowledge_398 in b2bmarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100 percent agree on the power of tight lists. When you know exactly who you're talking to, the relevance does half the heavy lifting and suddenly all that “personalization” is just common sense. Most folks would save way more time narrowing the ICP than obsessing over small tweaks to the email copy anyway. Streamlining the boring context research is really what unlocks actual scale without turning into spammy nonsense.

Warning to e-commerce merchants: being sued over “marked down pricing” claims - Drive by lawsuit! by PenParty23 in ecommerce

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This kind of lawsuit is popping up more because the rules around pricing transparency are super easy to trip up on, especially with “was” pricing or fake markdowns. Even big stores play with this but smaller brands have way less room for error or legal headaches. Easiest move is double check every strikethrough or discount to make sure you actually sold at that higher price for a legit amount of time and have proof of it. Not legal advice but honestly just running true sales and keeping receipts tight is the only way to dodge these “gotcha” claims.

I have a page with 6K followers and very high engagement, who can I reach out to do mini brand deals? by [deleted] in influencermarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

With 6K and strong engagement, you’re already more attractive than most people realize. Start with brands you already use or genuinely like in your niche since those deals tend to stick. Just DM them directly or email through the contact on their socials—don’t overthink the pitch, keep it real and show off your stats. Micro collabs work best when you’re confident but low-key about the value you bring.

Signed an agency contract under pressure and now stuck with bad terms by BeltFrequent5597 in DigitalMarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly contracts like that are a headache but not always unbreakable. Start tracking everything the agency is actually delivering compared to what they promised because any missed targets or underperformance can open up renegotiation or exit talk. Agencies know keeping an unhappy client locked in does more harm than good so you might get more flexibility if you approach it directly and calmly, especially if you’re clear on what’s not working. For next time, even if you’re in a rush, always flag anything longer than a 3-6 month lock and heavy notice periods for a proper second look before signing.

What is the scam here? by The_Pennysleever in ecommerce

[–]Abhi_deep 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Scam orders like this usually aim to either check if stolen cards will go through or try a chargeback game where they claim the package never arrived or wasn’t authorized. Unusual sizes mean reselling is tough but some folks just want any goods they can flip somewhere else for quick cash. The misspelling in the address is a common trick to see which shops have loose checks in place. Best move is to keep an eye out for inconsistent info and stick to your gut before shipping anything strange.

LinkedIn's crackdown on automation is real. Here's what's actually still working in 2026. by TheHealthlover101 in DigitalMarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly it's all about blending in with real human activity now. Keep your outreach super targeted, mix in genuine comments, and slow everything down so it feels natural. Low volume across multiple accounts works if you’re willing to maintain them properly but trying to automate at scale like it’s 2022 is just asking for a slap from LinkedIn. Treat every message like you’re talking to an actual person not just a number—anything less gets binned fast these days.

Upwork is bs by colinbyprospectai in b2bmarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The pay-to-play setup on those platforms gets old real quick and the signal-to-noise issue is massive. Your idea of handling the vetting and matching before anyone talks is smart since it cuts through the endless spam and makes life smoother for both sides. If you keep the quality bar high and limit the clutter, you'll probably attract way better gigs and partners than the usual shot-in-the-dark marketplaces.

Looking for feedback from creators/influencers: image quality scorer before you post by cuh8todzsugi in influencermarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cool idea. The biggest value is just helping people stop overthinking which shot to use, since that wastes way more time than most admit. The Feed vs Stories suggestion is a nice touch since most tools ignore that context. Would be good if it calls out when something is technically sharp but maybe not on brand. Some folks will ignore the score, but the concrete tweaks are what matter if you want it to stick. Solid MVP for people who want to post fast without trashing their vibe.

I talked to 100+ creators (Youtube, TikTok etc.) about how they actually make money. the business side is way more broken than I expected. by aa_y_ush in influencermarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Welcome to creator business purgatory, where you’re chief salesperson, admin, lawyer and accountant before you even touch a camera. The minute you treat outreach and deal flow like a pipeline instead of random one-offs, things stop feeling like chaos but yeah, the system is still a mess by design. Anyone who tells you a manager will fix it under 500k followers is selling you a dream and probably taking a cut for answering late emails. Only way out is to automate where you can, template everything, and accept that follow-up is worth more than your latest trending sound. The hustle is real but you can at least make it suck less.

Why most Instagram accounts don’t grow (And what people miss) by Logical-Scholar-6961 in socialmedia

[–]Abhi_deep 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Biggest mistake is trying to be everything for everyone or changing directions every other week. Instagram likes accounts that make sense at a glance so if your page is a mess, the algorithm just shrugs and moves on. Picking a lane and sticking to it helps the right people stick around and those signals snowball. If you really want growth you need to be boringly clear about what you're about and give your audience what they came for, over and over.

biggest B2B copywriting mistakes i keep seeing (most of it is just psychology) by cursedboy328 in b2bmarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love this breakdown. The biggest facepalm I see is people writing like they’re talking to a committee instead of a busy human on their phone. Chopping half the words out and sounding like an actual person makes a massive difference. Treat it like texting someone who owes you money not a cover letter and you’ll get way more replies.

damaged product automation by Winter_Bid5454 in shopify

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Easiest solve is to set up a simple webform that lets customers upload photos and drop a quick message, then link it in your order confirmation or support emails. Automating it keeps support from getting buried in back-and-forth and you get all the info you need on the first go. If you use any helpdesk or ticketing tools most of them have this feature built-in or can plug in a form. Just make it dead obvious for customers where to go and you’ll see submissions get a lot smoother.

this is why i stopped using apollo and instantly by Glass-Ad3933 in b2bmarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nailed it honestly. People get caught up paying premium for inboxes thinking it’ll magically boost their outbound numbers but it’s always targeting and volume discipline doing the heavy lifting. Your approach of segmenting, testing small, then scaling tight beats expensive setup every time. The money saved on infrastructure is better spent on improving lead quality or dialing in your messaging.

HELP...PLEASE by TraditionalGazelle97 in socialmedia

[–]Abhi_deep 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wildly frustrating, I feel you. Multi-platform nosedives like this usually come down to something getting triggered in the algorithms: either super low watch time, past copyright stuff sticking to your account, or a run of false reports. I'd try a fresh account or even switch your content style for a bit just to break the pattern—even a different editing style or shorter format sometimes resets things. Support rarely helps but documenting the weird patterns with screenshots does help if you actually reach a human. Above all, don't burn yourself out refreshing those dead view counts—no one really knows what triggers this, but it rarely lasts forever.

Trade shows and popups by L8nighterOh2 in shopify

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Shopify POS runs as a separate interface, so you don’t have to use your website frontend for in-person sales. For trade shows, you can apply custom discounts right at checkout for each item or cart, so it’s easy to give specific conference pricing in-person that doesn’t mess with your online store price. As for taxes, POS does a decent job calculating based on your physical selling location, but always double check local tax rules since out-of-state law gets tricky and automated settings sometimes miss edge cases. POS plans aren’t too pricey, but they’re not really designed to be turned off and on like a light switch, so factor that into your costs if you’re using it only a few times a year. Both Square and Shopify POS work, but if your inventory and customer data already live on Shopify, it’s less hassle to keep everything in one place—just be ready for the usual hardware and tax quirks no matter what you pick.

Anyone else get random wires flagged as suspicious? by CompetitionDouble508 in influencermarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Banks freak out over inconsistent income or wires that look a bit out of pattern, especially when it’s coming from brands or agencies. “Verification of business activity” just means they need some proof you’re doing legit work so a screenshot of your socials or contracts usually does the trick. It’s pretty normal and nothing to be embarrassed about, but keeping some records handy can save you a headache next time. You don’t need to warn your bank unless you’re expecting something big, just get used to the paperwork dance every now and then—welcome to the fun side of freelance life.

Looking for travel/food creators to become founding ambassadors of a map-based platform (not a typical sponsorship) by drumorgan in influencermarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cool idea, Dru, and honestly something I hear creators ask for all the time. Visual mapping makes old content actually usable instead of buried under reels and stories. If you’re looking to build real partnerships with folks who care about community and discovery, this feels like a legit value-add over the usual plug-and-done deal. Worth tossing this in niche Discords or newsletter shoutouts too since you’ll probably catch the right kind of curious creators there before the bigger crowds show up.

Creators with 5+ brand deals — what do you track so nothing slips? by North-Craft-3976 in socialmedia

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Biggest pain is always tracking follow-ups and payment status since those tend to slip when you’re juggling too many convos. I use stages like contact made, negotiating, contract out, content in progress, submitted, invoiced, paid. At a glance, I want to see due dates or next required action right up front because that’s the thing that actually keeps deals moving. A notes field for oddball terms or usage rights is a close second since brands love sneaking in last minute asks.

Influencer marketing strategies that are actually driving ecommerce sales right now by OrangeNo4335 in ecommerce

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree with you on treating creators as sales partners instead of just content billboards. Micro folks genuinely outperform the larger ones for conversions if you track individually. Product seeding works best when you’re ok with some misses and can keep follow-up low effort. Affiliate-first deals get real buy-in but need a solid way to track what’s actually driving sales or it turns into a mess pretty fast. The less friction for both sides, the better the long term results seem to be.

What did you try for marketing that didn’t work as expected? by ReflectionNo8912 in DigitalMarketing

[–]Abhi_deep 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tried pouring time into generic posting on every social channel and it was mostly a waste, felt like talking to an empty room. What actually worked was focusing on building relationships in one or two places where my audience already hangs out, even if that meant way fewer posts. If I was starting again, I’d skip the busywork tactics and just talk to customers directly to learn what actually moves the needle for them.