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What is differentiation?

The fact that your product is on Oprah’s “favourite things” list is a Differentiator. Features can be Differentiators, but features can also be easily copied by competitors. The Differentiator you choose to highlight should be something no one can take away from you.

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Bring Service to a Whole New Level

Many people claim to have “the Best.” but don’t be afraid to kick this promise up a notch. A Pop-Up chatbox with live help is available to answer questions and help customers understand how to use your product. Customer success is about taking a proactive approach to finding out what your custome...

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E-commerce Differentiation

Differentiation is what makes your product unique and valuable for your target audience. It’s what sets you apart. Grabs attention. Says to the world “I’m the only place you’ll find THIS!”

It can take many forms. Price can be a differentiator (“best value!”, “Cheapest rates!”). Quality can ...

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How to differentiate yourself in a crowded market

Do not settle for the lazy answer: "My product really isn't that different from anyone else's" tell your gut to "Shush!" even if you're selling ubiquitous, Mass-Produced jewellery, you can still be "America's Diamond Store since 1924"

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Take a Stand

One of my favorite stores that Differentiates itself so powerfully is Patagonia. I don't own a single Patagonia item — I'm not its target audience. They're unabashed environmentalists, even Nicknaming themselves "the activist company"

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Pick a Fight with the Big Guys

Wouldn’t you be more likely to convert if that page said:

  • Catch a Ride in Less Time than Other Services
  • We’re the Safest Ride Service Around (see why)
  • Our Drivers are Happier —...

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Pick a Fight with the Big Guys

If you want to stand out from the competition, try comparing yourself against them. This landing page Differentiates itself from other App stores. It points out what makes those App stores so frustrating. It also provides a solution to what customers wished they could "break free" from. Here are a f...

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Do Business a Bit Differently

Some E-Commerce companies are finding great success by going with a Subscription-Based model. Companies like the dollar shave Club, Birchbox, and Barkbox all offer collections of related, Niche-Targeted items.

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Own Your Size

Small-batch lip Balms are made from natural ingredients like pure essential oils. They come in fun flavors like "old fashioned" and "autumn with ginger" being small also means that you become your customer’s One-Of-A-Kind discovery. If your ideal customer is a connoisseur of the finer things in life...

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Say Who You’re For

Unless you are the world's largest Online retailer of toilet paper, never say this. If toilet paper can find a way to differentiate itself in a crowded, established market, you can too. Business owners tend to stick to their guns on Niche-Resistance because they fear it will reduce sales. But you'll...

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