⭐ Your Ecommerce Coffee Break Newsletter (Issue 140)

Hey, it’s Claus. Grab your coffee because Q1 online sales jumped, tariffs eased, AI now guards checkouts, and Meta’s ads? They run themselves. Crazy things are happening in eCommerce.

I filtered the noise, so you get only the gold. Ready to grow fast today?

In Today’s Edition:

• What's Happening: Today’s Headlines Handpicked For You!

• 🎧 On the pod: Self-managing Organizations - The Missing Link To Scaling A Brand Deep Into The 8 Figures

• How To Add Your Retail Business to Apple Maps

Today's newsletter is 613 words—a 3-minute, 3-second read.

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📰 WHAT’S HAPPENING: Today’s Headlines handpicked for you!

General Ecommerce News

• Q1 2025 U.S. Ecommerce Sales Illustrated [read more]

• Businesses Cheer Tariff Ruling [read more]

• Visa and Mastercard Turn to AI for Ecommerce Operations [read more]

• AI Drives Dramatic Growth in Ecommerce Revenue [read more]

• The Week in Commerce Marketing [read more]

Platforms & Marketplaces

• Shopify: Grow your corporate gifting revenue without limits. Import and manage 10s or 1000s of orders all at once with Send To Many*. Learn more.

• Amazon Trials AI-Powered Audio Descriptions for Products [read more]

• Amazon and Walmart Enhance Search to Foster Shopper Loyalty [read more]

• Etsy Sellers Trapped Between Dropshippers and Policy Enforcers [read more]

• TikTok Shop Campaigns Changing the Game for Gaming & eSports Marketing [read more]

• Walmart Embraces Agentic AI in New Era of Retail [read more]

Social Media & Advertising

• Meta API Overhaul Improves Creator Earnings and Ad Controls [read more]

• Meta aims to fully automate advertising with AI by 2026 [read more]

• The rise of social commerce in the TikTok era [read more]

• How Social Media Ads Services Can Elevate Your Brand In 2025 [read more]

• Flipkart unveils 'Creator Cities' to boost influencer-led video shopping [read more]

🎙️ ECOMMERCE COFFEE BREAK PODCAST

Self-managing Organizations - The Missing Link To Scaling A Brand Deep Into The 8 Figures

In this episode, we explore how to grow an e-commerce brand without burning out. Our guest, Leon van der Laan, a seasoned coach and consultant, shares his expertise on building self-managing organizations.

Learn how to step back, delegate effectively, and scale your business to eight figures and beyond with clarity and purpose.

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🔥 HOW TO ADD YOUR RETAIL BUSINESS TO APPLE MAPS

Adding your retail business to Apple Maps makes it easier for customers to find you. This guide helps you expand local reach. Follow these steps to get listed.

Step 1: Create an Apple Business Register Account

Visit the Apple Business Register website and sign in with your Apple ID or create a new one. Once logged in, click “Add a New Business” and enter your store name, address, phone number, and website URL. Ensure this information matches what appears on your website to avoid verification delays.

Step 2: Provide Accurate Business Details

In the dashboard, enter your business category, hours, and any special services. Upload quality images of your storefront and interior to give customers a clear visual. Include amenities like parking or wheelchair access to enhance your listing.

Step 3: Verify Your Business

Apple will send a verification code via phone or email to confirm ownership. Enter the code in the dashboard to complete verification. Once approved, your business appears on Apple Maps.

Step 4: Maintain and Update Your Listing

Regularly review your listing for accuracy, update holiday hours, and add new photos or promotions. Keeping information current ensures customers have the latest details. Continue Reading...

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