Yotpo and Bazaarvoice – the two big name players in customer reviews and user-generated content – help ecommerce businesses build trust and boost sales, but they do it in very different ways.
I've spent a ton of time – over 150 hours, to be exact – to help you figure out which one's right for your business based on where you are in your growth journey and what channels you're selling on.
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I honestly think dealing with money is one of the toughest parts of running an ecommerce company.
You think you’ll get better at it with time, but the more your business scales, the more energy you spend scrolling through endless transactions, trying to match orders with payouts, and wondering how your “bestseller” somehow turned into a black hole for cash.
Cloud tools such as Xero and QuickBooks Online take care of most of the hard work. The real decision is choosing which one feels right for the way you run your business.
That’s why I created this guide, informed by my own experience with both platforms, to help you make a (confident) choice.
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Global e-commerce has finally broken through the $5 trillion revenue barrier in 2026, as reported by ECDB – and that's a pretty big deal. This milestone marks a major turning point for the online retail industry, and it's clear that the way we shop is undergoing a pretty seismic shift.
While the overall number of online sales is still on the rise, the landscape is changing in some really significant ways. Marketplaces are more dominant than ever, local growth patterns are getting all over the place, and social-first platforms like TikTok Shop are growing at an absolutely breakneck pace.
All these changes are having a massive impact on how consumers shop online, but also on how retailers compete on the global stage.
In this article, we're going to dive into the key insights behind that $5 trillion milestone, take a closer look at what's driving growth in certain markets, and examine which players are leading the charge (or, you know, falling behind) in this next chapter of global ecommerce.
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Trying to pick between ShipBob and Flexport?
I've spent hours digging into both platforms and comparing their services, pricing, tech features, and ideal use cases – and now I've got a clear answer.
ShipBob is the way to go for most ecommerce businesses.
If you're looking to ship products to customers fast and affordably, ShipBob has been built from the ground up for that.
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Zendrop and CJDropshipping are two major players in the e commerce supply chain, but which one is the better fit for your online store?
I've been thorough in testing out both platforms, and their features on a whole range of e commerce setups – and I've put together a detailed breakdown comparing pricing, product selection, shipping speed, automation and branding options.
So which one comes out on top?
If you're based in the US or priority is fast fulfillment, Zendrop is probably your best bet.
If you need broader sourcing capabilities and lower product costs, CJdropshipping offers unbeatable flexibility – especially for international sellers.
Making money online isn’t just a trend—it’s a career path, a side hustle, and in many cases, a full-time business. Whether you're just getting started or trying to build something scalable, ecommerce opens up dozens of practical ways to make income online.
Here are 20 smart, low-barrier ways to make money online, starting with the foundation of it all: starting your own online store.
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You’ll get enough to run pipelines, manage contacts, and maybe automate a few tasks, but you’ll still hit ceilings sooner than you think on most.
So I decided to put the top “free CRMs” available right now to the test, to figure out just how much they really offer.
HubSpot CRM quickly became the benchmark all other tools had to reach. Its free version feels like a full suite with training wheels, not a trial countdown. But I did find plenty of reasonably impressive alternatives too.
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If you're selling products online or in person, your payment processor is more than just a backend tool—it’s the core of how your business gets paid. That’s why choosing the right system matters.
In this detailed comparison, I’ll break down two popular point-of-sale (POS) and payment platforms: Payanywhere and Square.
I’ve thoroughly reviewed their features, tested both platforms, and studied real user reviews to help you decide which option fits best.
Whether you're just getting started with ecommerce or running a growing store with both online and in-person sales, here’s what you need to know.
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