Grow with the Flow

About Grow with the Flow

Grow with the Flow by Chargeflow is a podcast hosted by Dov Carpe and Dave Silverman. It is the anchor in a new community built for DTC founders and professionals. Each episode features industry experts discussing how they scaled their business, developed best practices, offer practical advice and share motivational stories to help the listener reach the next level. The audience is encouraged to ask questions and reach out with any feedback they have.

Publisher

Chargeflow

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 Jun 2024

Latest episode

6 May 2025

Latest episodes

9 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 May 2025

   Ep. 9 | Nick Shackelford - The Fastest Growing Beverage Brand in America

   SummaryIn this episode of the Grow with the Flow podcast, Dov Carpe and Nick Shackelford discuss the evolution of e-commerce, focusing on chargeback solutions, the growth of Brez, and the challenges of navigating the beverage industry. Nick shares insights on revenue growth, the transition from agency work to brand building, and the impact of subscription models. The conversation also delves into retail expansion, advertising challenges, and the importance of cultural engagement in branding. Ultimately, Nick emphasizes the significance of purpose and the positive impact of their product on consumers' lives.https://www.chargeflow.iohttps://www.drinkbrez.com/X - @iamshackelford

2. 

   26 Feb 2025

   Ep. 8 | Ben Jabbawy - From Exit to Entrance - A Founders Journey

   In this conversation, Ben Jabbawy shares his entrepreneurial journey, detailing the inception and growth of Privy, his experiences with product-led growth, and the challenges he faced in the early stages of his business. He discusses the importance of building a strong team, the value of support-led sales, and effective email marketing strategies. Ben also introduces his new venture, Grocers List, and offers insights on fundraising, the significance of smart money, and the lessons learned from his exit with Privy. He concludes with advice for aspiring founders, emphasizing the importance of milestones in the entrepreneurial journey.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Small Talk01:07 Ben's Background and Inspiration for Privy05:26 The Vision and Obstacles of Privy13:46 The Power of Support-Led Sales17:11 Simplifying Email Segmentation22:48 The Reality of Personalization27:12 Relevance and Timeliness in Email and SMS Marketing33:04 Introducing Grocers List37:15 Fundraising: Smart Money vs Dumb Money42:46 Life After Exit: Changes and Continuity53:01 Advice for Young Foundershttps://www.chargeflow.iohttps://www.grocerslist.com/

3. 

   18 Dec 2024

   Ep. 7 | Daniel Snow - Social Media Growth Hacks

   Dov Carpe and Dave Silverman interview Daniel Snow, a seasoned entrepreneur and founder of the Snow Agency, on leveraging social media growth hacks for content creation, audience engagement, and monetization.

4. 

   10 Nov 2024

   Ep. 6 | Brian Wallace - It's All About The Story

   Summary In this episode of the Grow with the Flow podcast, host Dov interviews Brian Wallace, founder and president of Now Sourcing, a leading content marketing agency. Brian shares his journey from technology to marketing, emphasizing the importance of storytelling in branding and the need for companies to evolve into media entities. He discusses the significance of networking, building meaningful connections, and creating unique conference experiences that foster genuine dialogue. Brian also highlights the power of personal branding and the necessity of overcoming personal barriers to connect with others. The conversation concludes with insights on finding inspiration and motivation in both personal and professional life. Chapters 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=0s) Introduction to Brian Wallace and Now Sourcing 06:11 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=371s) The Evolution of Infographics and Storytelling 12:33 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=753s) Crafting Compelling Brand Narratives 19:28 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=1168s) Mystery Marketing and Brand Engagement 25:06 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=1506s) Reimagining Conferences and Networking 32:21 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=1941s) The Power of Influence 41:35 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=2495s) The Art of Meaningful Connections 47:19 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=2839s) Rethinking Conferences and Networking 53:08 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9xZtPDxz9oE&t=3188s) Creating Serendipity in Business Takeaways Brian Wallace emphasizes the importance of storytelling in marketing. Every company should consider itself a media company. Networking is about building meaningful relationships, not just collecting contacts. Conferences should facilitate genuine conversations, not just be a numbers game. Personal branding is crucial for success in today's market. The art of conversation is often lost in large conferences. Emotional storytelling backed by data is key to engaging audiences. Overcoming personal barriers can lead to greater connections. Inspiration can come from overcoming past traumas and challenges. The right mindset can transform how you approach networking and business. Brian Wallace -   / nowsourcing   (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnR3TlhubTRYYVN4QlJqZktmYUI2c2czZ0pYUXxBQ3Jtc0tsRVo5a3p4VHI2Y2E3aEk2V1U5Zm94V2NjWHhHTkhEakowWks0Y2xBRlNlVERHbWY5bk5meEQ4ajFjdXJjY0tIcjNWVTNJa24wTVNKV1BmQkxaSEd6ZVJKemphNkxEUjlkODQ4TWhKSDExWlh4djJrUQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fnowsourcing%2F&v=9xZtPDxz9oE) Dov Carpe -   / dovcarpe   (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbjNDZ2txOWg0MXpwSlVZTmpzakVzSXRPb0otUXxBQ3Jtc0trWG0tWFBWaWNBWGNEa1pKbVZ0Xy1oNGg4c0FNeDdRVUZhbzJXdVJZTW5LLVh3UHliY0VjeUFqWVFPdFJnTHdld2dOU3FpaXFXLTJtdE85ZWlKOTd3VmdETjBsMUVYNENRQXozaE01dGlCZ1hPeHkxSQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdovcarpe%2F&v=9xZtPDxz9oE)https://nowsourcing.com/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbk04TkUzUzV5SkxzOEFxTnN2M0RjQUtwNGdHZ3xBQ3Jtc0trem5xX0U4Z3ZfMEYxVm4xTjlyRjZFb0FvNkZaWWVrZkZVLXBNRHV0c3kzX3JpMU96RHZkdmhNMGtDXzF6eTl4RzBOMUtUdjVfbkhaeWlDM1o5RHlnX3pZLWtYMEwxai1uY2RiYmI5Z2QxczFMRHd0bw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fnowsourcing.com%2F&v=9xZtPDxz9oE)https://www.chargeflow.io/ (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqa3BnVVd1REp4OHZfbER6NDVHbVVEQ292V3dDd3xBQ3Jtc0ttQmFmX1NfTHJRMURjNFN4aDRQek9LNE1aZjk3R0xETWVvZ1ctZnBxT1RKY0NVTUFGTUtxYTlMSlFyUXZsei1QUmNrRFJ2TFZDYTJ5alpDb1htQjFEYTIzOTVxNWtEdS0xTk4wX0ZNNXppdjZyTFkyTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chargeflow.io%2F&v=9xZtPDxz9oE)

5. 

   13 Oct 2024

   Ep. 5 | Matthew Holman - Subscription Hacks & Offers That Convert

   Summary In this episode of the Grow With The Flow podcast, hosts Dov Carpe and Dave Silverman welcome Matthew Holman, founder of Subscription Prescription. They discuss the evolution of e-commerce and subscription models, the importance of community building, and strategies for customer retention. Matthew shares his journey from shipping technology to becoming an authority in subscriptions, emphasizing the need for compelling offers and understanding customer journeys. The conversation also touches on balancing work and personal life, as well as providing valuable advice for entrepreneurs feeling stuck in their careers. Chapters 00:00 Matthew's Journey to Subscriptions 05:58 The Creation of Commerce Catalyst Community 14:08 The Role of a Fractional Subscription Leader 17:02 The Importance of Compelling Offers 21:48 Creating Offers for Physical Products 23:17 Subscription Models for Cameras 24:39 Understanding Customer Needs and Use Cases 26:03 Promoting Adoption and Removing Friction in the Customer Journey 29:52 Retention Strategies for Subscription Businesses 31:58 Acquisition Hacks: Post-Purchase Surveys and Personalized Outreach 39:40 Collaboration and Problem-Solving in Sales 45:10 Balancing Personal and Professional Goals in Business chargeflow.io thesubscriptiondoc.com

6. 

   2 Sept 2024

   Ep. 4 | Dan Moshkovich - Best Marketing Strategies for DTC Brands

   Summary Dan Moskovich, VP of Marketing at Chargeflow, shares his journey in B2B SaaS marketing and discusses the evolution of digital marketing. He emphasizes the importance of specialization in marketing and the need for companies to have specialists in different areas. Dan also talks about career progression and highlights the significance of taking initiative and executing projects effectively. He explains the marketing strategy at Chargeflow, focusing on product-led growth and engaging with prospects through various channels. Dan discusses the customer journey and how Chargeflow communicates the value of their solution by addressing pain points. He concludes by mentioning that the best marketing approaches differ between B2C and B2B. In this conversation, the guest discusses successful DTC and B2B marketing strategies. For DTC, he highlights Obvi as an example of a brand that has excelled in performance-based marketing and data analysis. For B2B, he mentions Wix and Gong as companies with interesting marketing approaches. The guest emphasizes the importance of word-of-mouth and social proof in both DTC and B2B marketing. He also discusses the balance between branding and performance-based campaigns, suggesting that it depends on the stage and resources of the company. The guest advises marketers to stay informed about industry trends, test different strategies, and allocate a budget for testing. He shares examples of successful campaigns he has tested, such as LinkedIn engagements and video ads with case studies. Takeaways - Specialization is important in marketing, as the industry has become more complex and specialized knowledge is required to excel in different areas. - Career progression often involves changing jobs or applying for higher roles, as internal promotions may be limited in corporate environments. - Initiative and the ability to execute projects effectively are key qualities that can lead to promotions in marketing roles. - The marketing strategy at Charge Flow focuses on product-led growth and engaging prospects through various channels, such as webinars, ebooks, and podcasts. - The customer journey at Charge Flow involves nurturing leads through email and remarketing campaigns, as well as providing valuable content and case studies to demonstrate the benefits of their solution. - In marketing, it is important to focus on the pain points of customers and communicate how the product or solution can address those pain points. - The best marketing approaches differ between B2C and B2B, with B2C marketing being more impulsive and B2B marketing requiring longer sales cycles and multiple touch points. Avi is an example of a DTC brand that excels in performance-based marketing and data analysis. - Wix and Gong have interesting marketing approaches in the B2B space. - Word-of-mouth and social proof are powerful marketing tools in both DTC and B2B. - The balance between branding and performance-based campaigns depends on the stage and resources of the company. - Stay informed about industry trends and follow experts in the field. - Test different marketing strategies and allocate a budget for testing. - Examples of successful campaigns include LinkedIn engagements and video ads with case studies. Chapters 00:00 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=0s) Introduction to the Conversation 04:22 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=262s) The Evolution of Digital Marketing 07:36 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=456s) The Importance of Specialization in Marketing 12:09 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=729s) Career Progression in Marketing 23:59 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=1439s) Engaging Potential Customers and the Customer Journey 27:20 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=1640s) Making Chargebacks Engaging 30:25 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=1825s) Addressing Customer Pain Points 33:13 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=1993s) Successful DTC Brands 35:08 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=2108s) Successful B2B Brands 38:03 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=2283s) The Power of Word-of-Mouth Marketing 39:58 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=2398s) The Importance of Branding 42:26 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=2546s) Budget Allocation in Marketing 46:04 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=2764s) Measuring the ROI of Branding 48:54 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=2934s) Common Mistakes in Marketing 52:48 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=3168s) Limited Budget Strategies 55:36 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=3336s) Learning and Staying Up-to-Date 01:00:54 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3XsA-mL4FI&t=3654s) The Importance of Testing www.chargeflow.io

7. 

   7 Aug 2024

   Ep. 3 | Jeremy Horowitz - The Art and Science of GTM

   Summary Jeremy Horowitz, managing partner at Because Ventures, discusses his background in e-commerce and his approach to acquiring and scaling businesses. He shares insights into the psychology of e-commerce and how to optimize sales by leveraging human biases. He also explains the concept of tripwires and the importance of increasing average order value. Jeremy emphasizes the need for speed and hands-on involvement in early-stage businesses and highlights the benefits of treating e-commerce as a game. He also discusses his role at Because Ventures and the areas he focuses on, such as go-to-market strategies and partnerships. In this conversation, Jeremy Horowitz shares insights on acquiring and scaling e-commerce businesses. He discusses the due diligence process and how to identify areas of opportunity for improvement. Jeremy emphasizes the importance of diversifying sales channels and not relying too heavily on one platform. He also challenges the notion of attribution and highlights the significance of focusing on the customer journey and overall business metrics. Jeremy provides advice on building a personal brand and creating engaging content. He concludes by discussing the criteria for investing in a brand and the concept of local maxima theory. Takeaways - Optimizing sales in e-commerce involves leveraging human biases and understanding the psychology of decision-making. - Increasing average order value is crucial for profitability, and offering a cheaper product or bundle can be an effective strategy. - Treating e-commerce as a game and focusing on speed and hands-on involvement can lead to success in early-stage businesses. - In the private equity space, Jeremy's role at Because Ventures involves go-to-market strategies and partnerships. - Jeremy's approach to investing includes acquiring early e-commerce businesses, scaling them up, and building or acquiring SaaS businesses to solve the e-commerce brand's problems. When acquiring an e-commerce business, conduct thorough due diligence and focus on the financial components that drive its operations. - Diversify sales channels to reduce dependency on a single platform and mitigate risks. - Instead of obsessing over attribution, focus on the customer journey and key business metrics to drive sales and improve marketing effectiveness. - When building a personal brand, create content that is both entertaining and educational, and share personal stories to connect with your audience. - Invest in brands that have a loyal following, a niche market, and potential for growth in multiple revenue streams. - Regularly evaluate your focus and make sure you are climbing the most valuable mountain in your personal and professional life. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 13:06 From Corporate America to E-commerce 22:16 Increasing Average Order Value 26:01 Treating E-commerce as a Game 31:01 Go-to-Market Strategies and Partnerships 34:00 Acquiring and Scaling E-commerce Businesses 38:11 Rethinking Attribution and Focusing on Business Metrics 45:26 Building a Personal Brand and Creating Engaging Content 51:37 Investing in Brands with a Loyal Following and Growth Potential 59:46 Climbing the Most Valuable Mountain in Life and Business www.chargeflow.io

8. 

   25 Jul 2024

   Ep. 2 | Eli Weiss - The Golden Rules of Retention

   Summary In this conversation, Eli Weiss, VP of Retention Advocacy at Yotpo, discusses his journey in the world of customer experience (CX) and building a personal brand. He shares his background, including his unconventional educational path, and how he got started in CX and retention. Eli emphasizes the importance of building a personal brand and engaging with others in the industry. He also highlights the value of genuine engagement and quality over quantity when it comes to building an online following. The conversation touches on the role of CX in retention and the interplay between the two. In this conversation, Eli Weiss discusses his career journey and the importance of customer experience (CX) and retention. He emphasizes the value of embracing change and evolving in both personal and professional life. Eli shares his experience in building CX teams and highlights the significance of creating meaningful experiences for customers. He also talks about the importance of taking risks, being open to failure, and finding the side door to opportunities. Eli encourages individuals to reach out to the right people and stand out from the norm. Takeaways - Building a personal brand is important for career growth and opportunities. - Engaging with others in the industry and sharing valuable insights can help build credibility and connections. - Quality engagement and a genuine audience are more valuable than a large following. - Customer experience (CX) and retention are closely linked, and understanding customer feedback and preferences is key to effective retention strategies. Embrace change and evolve in both personal and professional life. - Create meaningful experiences for customers to drive retention. - Take risks and be open to failure. - Find the side door to opportunities and reach out to the right people. - Stand out from the norm and do what it takes to succeed. Chapters 00:00 Unveiling E-commerce Strategies and Tactics 01:09 Mastering Customer Experience and Retention 01:33 Unconventional Path to CX Leadership: The Eli Weiss Story 05:43 Authenticity and Personal Branding in CX: Building Industry Recognition 23:49 Transitioning to Fast-Moving Consumer Goods and CX 23:53 The Interplay Between CX and Retention 27:46 Challenges and Opportunities of Joining a Tough Reputation 41:42 The Power of Kindness and Empathy in SAS 46:57 Navigating Career Growth Through Authenticity 53:39 Embracing Failure and Unconventional Methods for Finding Opportunities www.chargeflow.io

9. 

   9 Jun 2024

   Ep. 1 | Dr. Jonathan Snow - The Power of Influencer Marketing

   Dr. Jonathan Snow, Chief Innovation Officer at Avenue Z and President and Founder of the Snow Agency, shares his journey from being an orthodontist to becoming a digital marketing expert. He started his digital marketing career as a hobby while serving in the US Air Force, and quickly scaled his affiliate network to generate nine figures in revenue. He explains the difference between influencers and affiliates, and how brands can leverage both to drive sales. He also discusses the importance of usage rights and how brands can manage them effectively. In this conversation, Jonathan Snow shares insights on influencer marketing, the value of UGC, and the importance of being a student of e-commerce. He advises brands to focus on building their network, being transparent with themselves and their employees, and identifying and solving the challenges that are holding them back. He also emphasizes the need for continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends. @drjonathansnow @dovcarpe www.chargeflow.io

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YouTube views

252,259

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 26 / 100

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6

Social presence

0

YouTube

82

Engagement

32

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