E129: Talking eCommerce for Complex Service Based Businesses w/ Eric Vevang, ClikDone
TRANSFORMING THE SERVICE INDUSTRY: A CHAT WITH ERIC VEVANG OF CLIKDONE
In an enlightening episode of THE ECOMMERCE EDGE Podcast, host Jason Greenwood dives deep into the trenches of digital and eCommerce with Eric Vevang founder and CEO of ClikDone. Hailing from Dallas, Texas. Eric shares not only insights into his entrepreneurial journey but also introduces a groundbreaking eCommerce platform designed specifically for the service industry. Here's a closer look at their conversation and the potential revolution brewing in service-based eCommerce.
FROM SERIAL ENTREPRENEUR TO ECOMMERCE INNOVATOR
Eric Vevang is no stranger to the entrepreneurial world. With a series of successful ventures under his belt, including Localsodfarm.com and Atlanta Sod Company, Eric's latest endeavor, ClikDone, is set to tackle a notable gap in the eCommerce landscape. Born out of a real need to streamline service transactions online, ClikDone aims to provide a seamless eCommerce experience for service industry professionals from plumbers, electricians to hairdressers and personal trainers.
THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF THE SERVICE INDUSTRY
Discussing the inception of ClikDone, Eric sheds light on the specific hurdles faced by service-based businesses. Unlike product-centric platforms like Shopify or BigCommerce, the service industry lacks an efficient way to manage and sell services online. Eric's vision for ClikDone came from his personal frustration with the limitations of existing platforms to accommodate service pricing variations, scheduling and customer management effectively.
TARGETING THREE KEY CUSTOMER TYPES
ClikDone is built with a clear focus on three main customer segments: home service professionals, personal service providers, and entrepreneurs or consultants managing multiple businesses. By offering a tailored platform, ClikDone aims to empower these groups to manage their services, bookings and payments more efficiently, ultimately saving time and increasing their bottom line.
A GAME-CHANGER FOR PRICING AND BOOKING SERVICES
One of the most innovative features of ClikDone is its dynamic pricing calculator and booking system. Eric highlights how this tool allows service providers to easily adjust pricing based on quantity or add-ons, drastically simplifying the quoting process. This not only improves the buying experience for customers but also helps businesses manage their services more effectively.
BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE
Although still in its beta phase, ClikDone has shown significant promise, with plans for an official launch soon. The platform will offer different subscription models to cater to various business needs, from individual entrepreneurs to larger enterprises. Moreover, Eric envisions ClikDone evolving into a comprehensive ecosystem for the service industry, supporting businesses at every stage of their growth.
CONCLUSION
The conversation between Jason Greenwood and Eric Vevang on THE ECOMMERCE EDGE Podcast reveals a compelling journey of innovation aimed at transforming the service industry. ClikDone stands at the forefront of this change, addressing long-standing inefficiencies and opening new opportunities for service professionals. As the digital and eCommerce landscapes continue to evolve, ClikDone's mission to tailor eCommerce solutions for the service sector is not just visionary but also necessary. Keep an eye on this space—ClikDone might just be the next big thing in service-based eCommerce.
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