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🗣 In this episode, Lewis Smith and James Eardley sit down with Dropship Unlocked member Kit to hear his incredible journey from a 9–5 office job to building a high-ticket e-commerce business that generated £879,000 in just 18 months. Kit shares the ups and downs of his journey, the moments of doubt, and the life-changing freedom he’s built since starting.

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Topics Discussed:

★ From Skepticism to Action – How Kit overcame doubts about investing in the program and why he decided to go all in.
★ Escaping the Office Grind – The turning point that pushed Kit to build a business rather than return to corporate life.
★ The Power of Strong Foundations – Why building the “boring” but essential early structures set him up for long-term success.
★ Freedom Moments – From spontaneous family trips to Lake Como to taking a Friday afternoon off for the cinema.
★ Revenue Milestones – How Kit hit £879k in 18 months, including a record-breaking £55k day with £29k profit.
★ Team & Lifestyle Benefits – Creating a business that allows more family time, financial stability, and even rewarding his staff with trips to Alton Towers.
★ What’s Next – How Kit plans to scale further and launch new stores using the systems he’s mastered.

Links and Resources Mentioned:
Pick up a copy of Lewis’ book: https://dropshipunlocked.com/book
Get Shopify for £1 a month for 3 months: https://dropshipunlocked.com/shopify
Get a free trial with a professional phone line: https://dropshipunlocked.com/circle

Key Takeaways:
★ Big Leaps Create Big Rewards – Kit’s initial financial commitment felt daunting, but it was the catalyst for him to take the business seriously.
★ Freedom Over Routine – Leaving behind office monotony for a business that funds spontaneous trips, family time, and lifestyle flexibility.
★ Strong Foundations Pay Off – The “unexciting” groundwork became the backbone of Kit’s £879k business.
★ Persistence Matters – Four months without a single sale nearly broke him, but pushing through led to life-changing results.
★ Your Story Could Be Next – Kit started with doubts and limited funds—proof that with focus and effort, anyone can achieve similar results.

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🗣 In this episode, Lewis Smith and James Eardley reveal the exact ad strategy they’ve used to generate over £7 million in high-ticket ecommerce sales.

They break down their Google Performance Max and Search Ads strategy, how to set up profitable campaigns from scratch, and the common pitfalls to avoid when you're just getting started with paid ads.

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Topics Discussed:
★ Why Google Ads beats Meta and TikTok for high-ticket ecommerce
★ How Performance Max works and why it’s so powerful
★ The exact two-campaign setup that generated £7M+ in sales
★ Retargeting strategies using Meta, TikTok, and Google
★ Why intent-driven traffic leads to better conversions
★ The funnel structure that maximises ROI
★ Common mistakes beginners make with Google Ads
★ How to track conversions correctly using Simprosys
★ Why patience and simplicity are key when starting with paid ads
★ Minimum budget needed to start seeing results

Links and Resources Mentioned:
📘 Pick up a copy of Lewis’ book: https://dropshipunlocked.com/book
🛒 Get Shopify for £1 a month for 3 months: https://dropshipunlocked.com/shopify
📞 Get a free trial with a professional phone line: https://dropshipunlocked.com/circle
🎯 Join our step-by-step program: https://dropshipunlocked.com/online-event?el=podcast-149-ads-strategy

Key Takeaways:
★ Start simple: One Performance Max campaign is all you need to begin collecting data and making profitable sales.
★ Google is king for high-ticket intent: Catching buyers when they’re actively searching leads to better ROAS than interruptive platforms.
★ Retargeting = profits: Use dynamic retargeting to mop up sales from visitors who didn’t buy the first time.
★ Patience pays off: Don’t tinker too early. Let Google learn and optimise with real conversion data.
★ Tracking matters: Set up tracking correctly from the start or you’ll be flying blind. Use Simprosys for accurate conversion data.

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🗣 In this episode, Lewis Smith and James Eardley dive into what it really takes to build a successful e-commerce business today and how it's very different from a few years ago.

They’ll help you cut through the noise, avoid the common mistakes, and give you a clear roadmap for getting started the right way. Whether you’ve already dabbled in dropshipping or are just getting started, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to move forward.

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Topics Discussed:
★ Why relying solely on SEO to get traffic won't work when you're just starting out
★ The power of high-ticket products and strong profit margins to fund ads and grow fast
★ The HomeTurf Advantage model and how it sets you up for long-term success
★ How to validate a niche using data, not gut feeling
★ Why supplier relationships are the foundation of your business
★ The truth about startup budgets—and why you don’t need £50k to launch
★ How Lewis and James both built their businesses from modest investments
★ The exact steps to take if you’re starting an e-commerce business today
★ What to say to suppliers if they’re hesitant about working with online retailers

Links and Resources Mentioned:
Pick up a copy of Lewis’ book: https://dropshipunlocked.com/book
Get Shopify for £1 a month for 3 months: https://dropshipunlocked.com/shopify
Get a free trial with a professional phone line: https://dropshipunlocked.com/circle

Key Takeaways:
★ You need a system—not just tactics—to succeed in e-commerce today.
★ Ads are essential for early momentum, but you need the margins to support them.
★ High-ticket products give you the breathing room to make mistakes and still profit.
★ Choosing the right niche based on data, not emotion, is what sets winners apart.
★ A good supplier relationship is more valuable than any viral ad or fancy product.
★ The fastest way to succeed? Start where others finished—use a proven system and skip the trial-and-error phase.
★ You don’t need investors. You need clarity, guidance, and action.

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Website: https://www.dropshipunlocked.com/

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