Episode 29: Shipping Costs - How to Compete with Free Shipping from Amazon

May 05, 2021 00:27:24
Episode 29:  Shipping Costs - How to Compete with Free Shipping from Amazon
Store Builders Podcast By LiquidWeb
Episode 29: Shipping Costs - How to Compete with Free Shipping from Amazon

May 05 2021 | 00:27:24

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Show Notes

Description

One of the many ways Amazon has changed the online retail market is by making free shipping an expectation for most consumers. Free shipping has gone from a perk to a requirement that consumers frequently expect when shopping online. In fact, the most-cited reason for leaving an online shopping cart is shipping fees. 

It would be a mistake to think that people only expect this from Amazon. Free shipping is becoming more and more an industry standard practice. If continue to charge for shipping, you may be left behind by your competitors. 

On this episode you’ll hear:

If you’re looking for ways to cut shipping costs and stay competitive in a free shipping market, then this is one episode you won’t want to miss!

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