273: Golden Advice from a Multi-6 Figure Maker

273: Golden Advice from a Multi-6 Figure Maker

Author: Susan Bradley: E-commerce Expert June 24, 2025 Duration: 35:08
The Ecommerce Roadmap
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When Katie hit $100K in sales, she thought the hard part was behind her. But real growth didn't come until she changed her role, stopped trying to do everything herself, and built a business designed to scale.

In this episode, Katie shares what happened when she outsourced embroidery (spoiler alert- it was a disaster), how she hired her first employee—and then her second—and how she grew her subscription box from 70 to over 400 monthly subscribers by focusing on the numbers that mattered.

What You'll Learn:

✔️ Why outsourcing didn't solve her time problem
✔️ How hiring one person helped—and why it wasn't enough
✔️ The metric that tells her when to grow her team
✔️ How she pays herself based on facts, not feelings
✔️ Why she no longer considers herself a maker—and what she is instead

Related Links:

Check out Katie's business:  Miss Monogram Kids

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Susan Bradley has spent years navigating the twists and turns of online retail, and in The Ecommerce Roadmap, she shares that hard-won expertise directly with you. This isn't about vague theory; it's a practical guide built from the ground up for Shopify store owners who are tired of guesswork. Each episode pulls back the curtain on real stores, dissecting what actually moves the needle for growth and profitability. You'll hear a data-driven blend of overarching strategy and the specific, actionable tactics you can implement immediately. The focus is always on building a business with predictable, profitable sales, not just fleeting traffic. As an e-commerce expert, Susan structures every conversation to cut through the noise, offering clear direction whether you're just starting out or looking to scale an established brand. Tune into this podcast for honest conversations that feel like consulting with a trusted advisor, all aimed at providing you with a reliable map for your unique journey in online commerce.
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