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EPISODE · May 5, 2025 · 9 MIN

Ep 634: Why TikTok Shop Is Bleeding Your Margins Dry (And How To Fix It Fast)

from The Unofficial TikTok Shop Podcast with Jordan West · host Jordan West

Send us a textYou're scaling on TikTok Shop... GMV looks amazing... But somehow your profits are disappearing.In this episode, Jordan breaks down why TikTok Shop sellers are quietly bleeding cash—and how to plug the holes before it's too late. We walk through the real math behind a $100 order, the creator commission trap, fulfillment pitfalls, and platform fees that sneak up on even the most seasoned operators.This isn’t just about sales volume. It’s about contribution margin—the number that actually keeps the lights on.If you're on TikTok Shop or planning to scale, you can’t afford to miss this one.🔍 What You’ll Learn:Why GMV is a dangerous metric to chase blindlyThe creator commission structure that's gutting your marginsHow fulfillment choice (FBT vs. self-fulfill) drastically affects profitabilityThe real cost of running ads and promos on TikTok Shop3 proven ways to protect your margin without sacrificing growth:When losing money can be a smart moveTools and systems to track profit by SKU—so you don’t fly blindGrowth Plan: www.upgrowthcommerce.com/growGet 5 Offers for 2 Products (10 in total) along with 10 highly engaging tried and true creatives, 30 captivating headlines, descriptions, and ad texts sent to you for only $99. Go to https://www.upgrowthcommerce.com/offer and order now - this offer is only available for a limited time.We love our podcast community and listeners so much that we have decided to offer a free eCommerce Growth Plan for your brand! To learn more and how we can help, click here: upgrowthcommerce.com/growJoin my Skool community and connect with other eCommerce brand owners and marketers!https://www.skool.com/tiktokshopelite/about

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