Hi, I'm Jandre, founder of V8 Media! We've worked with over 500 businesses since 2018 and generated nearly 1.4 billion in sales. Through our experience investing in and scaling multiple businesses, I've discovered key insights about brand positioning and marketing efficiency that I'm excited to share with you.🔗 Links:Need someone to do your marketing for you? https://v8media.co.zaNeed investment for your business? https://v8capital.co.za🗒️ What You’re Going to Learn in This Video:How Prime Self has scaled its e‑commerce operations in a challenging South African environmentThe tech stack they use (Shopify, Smartbot, Stitch) and how those tools impact conversionPractical tactics around email automations, minimizing app bloat, and using AI in marketingTips for first‑time store owners on taking action, selecting products, and differentiating in a crowded market⏱ Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome + Event Introduction0:45 – Meet Nicola & Prime Self Introduction2:15 – The Health & Supplement Market in SA3:10 – E‑Commerce Performance & Record Month4:05 – Platform Choice: Why Shopify5:20 – Favorite Shopify Apps & Minimalism6:15 – Email Automations & List Building7:30 – Paid Ads: Meta, Google & Exploring TikTok9:00 – Organic Strategy & UGC / SEO10:00 – Site Optimization: Reducing App Load11:00 – AI & Chatbots in User Experience12:00 – Stitch & Checkout Conversion Lift13:15 – Advice for New E‑Commerce Entrepreneurs14:30 – Standing Out in a Competitive Market15:10 – Final Thoughts + Outro🔎 Hashtags#Ecommerce #Shopify #DigitalMarketing #AI #Chatbot #EmailMarketing #ConversionRate #EcommerceTips #HealthSupplements #SouthAfricaBusiness #AppOptimization #StitchPayments #UGC #Entrepreneurship #OnlineStore🔎 Related Searches:“Shopify vs WooCommerce South Africa”“how to optimize checkout conversion”“best email automations for ecommerce”“using chatbots in ecommerce stores”“reducing app load improving performance”“scaling supplement brand online”“AI marketing for small businesses”“ecommerce strategies in South Africa”🔑 Keywords:ecommerce, Shopify, AI chatbot, Stitch payments, conversion rate, email automation, app optimization, supplement brand, digital marketing, organic content, UGC, checkout UX, list building, South Africa, growth strategy📱 Follow Me on Social Media:Instagram:   / officialjandredebeer  TikTok:   / officialjandredebeer  LinkedIn:   / jandredebeer