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This Week in VC with Dana Settle of Greycroft Partners

Both Sides of the Table

It’s always fun debating companies with Dana because she’s always so knowledgeable on deals – particularly those in the digital media, ad-tech and eCommerce spaces. Note that these are “gross” revenue numbers. Founded in 2007. When the show has been processed it will be available here (estimated 8pm PDT). Employees: 27.

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Twitter Link Roundup #82 – Small Business, Social Media, Design, Copywriting, Marketing And More

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Forrester says Facebook & eCommerce don’t mix. US newspaper revenues faced a 30% decline 2007-09. The 5 Dangerous Realities of Social Media for Business – [link]. 10 Tips To Improve Email Marketing – [link]. An Interview With Twitter’s Forgotten Founder, Noah Glass – [link].

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5 Critical Factors for Optimizing Luxury Ecommerce Sites

ConversionXL

And for nearly 20 years, Ford’s luxury division lost money until it was sold off in 2007. My company focuses on optimization for the high-end and luxury market, and over the years, we’ve learned there are 5 critical factors that will make or break the conversion rate of a high-end ecommerce store. Don’t skip the basics. Image source.

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The Boston Consumer Tech Year In Review

Rob Go

61M in Q3 revenue, up 28% YoY. Wayfair: This is somewhere between an exit and and a growth round, but the largest independent ecommerce company focused on the huge home/furniture category raised a $165M round from a group of growth, private equity, and venture investors. Tripadvisor: An amazing entrepreneurial story. market cap.

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Business Advice Podcasts: Why Every Entrepreneur Should Tune In

Up and Running

In 2003, the journey of the podcast began, and by 2007, “The Ricky Gervais Show” made headlines with a record-breaking audience 260,000 listeners. Because they can earn revenue from other sources. The latest member of this elite media club is the humble podcast. But why would somebody with poignant wisdom share it for free?

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What the Past Can Tell Us About the Future of Social Networking

Both Sides of the Table

billion in annual subscription revenues not including advertising or eCommerce). It had grown stratospherically from 2004-2007 to 100 million users, which actually was slightly smaller in December 2007 then MySpace was. In May 2007 there were fears that Google was becoming a monopoly. Enter Facebook.

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The Advanced Guide to Transactional Emails That Convert

ConversionXL

Despite popular belief, transactional emails are not exclusively relevant to eCommerce companies. The same report states that transactional emails also generate more revenue per email than promotional emails. When anticipated messages aren’t received, you not only lose revenue, but you also lose your customers’ trust.

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