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AM/PM Podcast

AM/PM Podcast

Business:Entrepreneurship

#446 - Danny McMillan's Insights on Adapting to Industry Shifts

#446 - Danny McMillan's Insights on Adapting to Industry Shifts

2025-05-08
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Amazon thought leader Danny McMillan joins us to dive into the latest on AI, Cosmo & Rufus, Amazon patents, seller conferences, and what’s happening in the agency space!

Importance of adapting event formats to meet evolving participant expectations. By sharing our experiences, we uncover the power of creating engaging, impactful environments that foster meaningful learning and networking opportunities. Lastly, we touch on the evolving trends within the agency business, the impact of AI and automation on e-commerce, and the critical role of understanding customer objections for conversion optimization. As agencies navigate the challenges of a competitive landscape, differentiation and genuine value become key to success. Meanwhile, the rapid advancements in AI technologies are reshaping industries, underscoring the necessity for sellers and companies to stay informed and adaptable. This episode offers a comprehensive overview of the e-commerce landscape, event management strategies, and future trends, making it a must-listen for anyone keen on staying ahead in the industry.

Join us as we engage in a fascinating discussion with e-commerce thought leader, Danny McMillan. Danny shares his extensive knowledge on Amazon patents, AI developments, and the art of hosting successful e-commerce events. Let’s explore the unique challenges of organizing such events across different regions, particularly the logistical hurdles of drawing attendees from various countries. Danny also provides an insightful look into how the COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped event planning, highlighting the need for flexibility and adaptability in the face of ever-changing safety regulations.

Their conversation also explores the dynamic landscape of industry conferences and how they are being revolutionized by thought leaders like Kevin King. They discuss innovative event formats, such as the Market Masters event, which focuses on personalized, expert-driven sessions rather than traditional presentations. The transformation of Seller Sessions into a more interactive learning experience is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of adapting event formats to meet evolving participant expectations. By sharing our experiences, we uncover the power of creating engaging, impactful environments that foster meaningful learning and networking opportunities.

 

Lastly, we touch on the evolving trends within the agency business, the impact of AI and automation on e-commerce, and the critical role of understanding customer objections for conversion optimization. As agencies navigate the challenges of a competitive landscape, differentiation and genuine value become key to success. Meanwhile, the rapid advancements in AI technologies are reshaping industries, underscoring the necessity for sellers and companies to stay informed and adaptable. This episode offers a comprehensive overview of the e-commerce landscape, event management strategies, and future trends, making it a must-listen for anyone keen on staying ahead in the industry.

In episode 446 of the AM/PM Podcast, Kevin and Danny discuss:

  • 00:00 - E-Commerce Events and Challenges
  • 04:02 - Europe vs US Amazon Seller Events 
  • 12:36 - Transition to Workshop-Style Seller Sessions
  • 17:30 - Teaching With Lesson Plans and Goals
  • 20:11 - Event Management Strategies and Security
  • 24:31 - Agency Business Trends and Evolution
  • 28:22 - Growth of Competition in Marketing Agencies
  • 31:37 - Importance of Differentiating in E-commerce Sales
  • 37:54 - Customer Objections and Conversion Optimization
  • 45:17 - Discovering Consumer Preferences Through Testing
  • 50:10 - Future Trends in AI and E-Commerce
  • 50:38 - Challenging the Concept of Honeymoon Period
  • 57:54 - The Power of Prompting and AI
  • 58:05 - Enhancing Design Output With ChatGPT
  • 1:01:09 - The Role of the Engineer
  • 1:08:42 - Kevin King's Words of Wisdom
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