2026 Ecom Predictions With Ezra Firestone: The Strategies Smart Brands Will Follow
In this episode of the Ecomm Breakthrough Podcast, host Josh Hadley interviews e-commerce veteran Ezra Firestone. Ezra shares actionable strategies for scaling brands in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, emphasizing continuous product innovation, optimizing key channels (Amazon, Facebook, Google), and leveraging influencer and AI-driven content. The discussion covers the shift toward AI-powered discovery, the importance of creative ad systems, and practical retention tactics. Ezra also highlights the value of community-building, mentorship, and adapting to new technologies, offering listeners a roadmap to future-proof their e-commerce businesses.
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Throwback: From Suspended to Successful – Brad Allen’s Amazon Adventure
In this episode, the host interviews Brad Allen, an Amazon seller and entrepreneur, about his journey from eBay and retail arbitrage to building a successful Amazon FBA business. Brad shares how he sourced high-end European skincare products, overcame a major account suspension and $400,000 debt, and transitioned to private label. He highlights the importance of active business management, cash flow planning, and creativity. The episode concludes with actionable advice for Amazon sellers: stay hands-on, manage inventory and finances wisely, and innovate to stand out in the marketplace.
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The 4 Steps to Explode Your TikTok Shop Sales in 2026 with Julia Rubien
Julia Rubien is the Founder and CEO of Amie, a TikTok agency dedicated to helping beauty brands grow and thrive in one of the fastest-moving platforms today. Under Julia’s leadership, Amie has become both a TikTok Marketing Partner and a TikTok Shop Partner, making them one of the go-to agencies for brands that want to convert attention into real revenue. She and her team specialize in creating original and trending content, running highly effective TikTok ad campaigns, and building engaged communities that feel authentic and connected. Her work has helped beauty brands not only showcase their products but also turn TikTok into a true virtual storefront, driving measurable growth.
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Throwback: Build a Multi-Channel E-Commerce Empire beyond Amazon
In this episode, host Josh interviews Steven Yates, CEO of Prime Guidance, about strategies for scaling e-commerce brands. Steve emphasizes optimizing Amazon listings and leveraging all available tools before expanding to other marketplaces like Walmart or eBay. He discusses the importance of having a direct-to-consumer website, maximizing Amazon advertising, and using analytics tools to track performance. Steve provides actionable advice on when and how to diversify sales channels, ensuring brands grow efficiently and profitably while building a strong foundation on Amazon first.
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He Drove $300M+ in Shopify Sales. Here’s His Exact Targeting Formula with Mo Elhawary
Mo is a growth strategist who’s helped scale 8- and 9-figure DTC brands in health, wellness, beauty, skincare, and more. He comes from a pharmaceutical background, but what really sets him apart is how he blends data and customer insight to lead content strategy — he’s been behind over 1,500 pieces of performance-driven content, from UGC to statics to direct response ads. On top of that, he’s hands-on with product development, creative systems, and helping teams actually execute and scale with clarity.
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Josh Hadley
Founder of Ecomm Breakthrough
As host of the Ecomm Breakthrough Podcast Josh has established beneficial relationships with key strategic partners within the e-commerce industry, and has learned business strategies and tactics from some of the most brilliants minds. He currently lives in Flower Mound, Texas, and invests in and advises business owners on how to grow, scale and exit their companies.