Brand Ambassador Roberto Blake

Roberto Blake creates something awesome with Spreadshop

Roberto Blake is dedicated to not only building a “creator economy”, but creating something awesome as a Spreadshop Brand Ambassador.

Blake has carved out a successful niche with his channel, focusing on branding and business opportunities for creators. He’s been on Youtube for over a decade and has amassed millions of views and multiple brand deals. 

He wants to foster an environment that encourages passionate people to flourish doing what they love. That’s what makes him worthy of our Brand Ambassador title.

Here at Spreadshop, we admire people who take the road less travelled. And Roberto isn’t hoarding all the best insight for himself; he’s sharing it with others. Being a Brand Ambassador is about championing the values of Spreadshop. And Blake is an awesome fit.

Create Something Awesome

“Create Something Awesome”

When you have a vision, it’s easy to “create something awesome.” Just ask Roberto Blake. There’s no limits; except the ones you set for yourself. And Roberto’s channel affirms that anyone at any skill set has the potential to make their dreams a reality.

“My mission is to help creative people, regardless of their age, geography or background, achieve their goals, live their dreams and create something awesome,” says Blake.

It’s easy to get in your own head about what you’re creating. “Do people actually care about what I’m doing?,” you might ask. You’ll find the audience you’re looking for when everything aligns with your content.

Roberto Blake is there to help people fill in the gaps of their content. He provides knowledge for all areas of the process. Editing software, camera setups and monetizing your channel will set you up for success.

“I want to help you share our vision and share the things that you’re creating with the world for people who actually care about it.”

Always Be Creating

“Always Be Creating”

When you’re a full-time content creator, there’s no such thing as “punching out” or leaving your job at the door. Video ideas and finding ways to content with your audience are going to be ever present.

“Always be creating,” as Blake says.

You don’t have to be an expert in your field from the get-go, either. It’s going to take time to create a voice and style that’s as recognizable as Roberto Blake’s. And steady growth is going to be more rewarding than instant success in the long run.

“The most important thing is to start learning how to find your voice and find your audience and learn the rules of the game and the systems of Youtube,” says Roberto Blake.

You need to get familiar with the way Youtube operates and leverage your channel’s potential. And Blake is going to help you create something awesome.

Start building your brand when you launch your Spreadshop!

Your New Shop Domain is Live

Your New Shop Domain is Live

From now on, your Shop will be accessible on the new Shop domain. This will help you sell your products faster and easier moving forward.

If you sell your Shop products on external platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest or Google, your new Shop domain is about to simplify that process. If you haven’t started selling on these platforms, then this is your sign to start! Thanks to your new domain, it’s never been easier to verify your Shop for your social media platforms, sell your products to your target groups, or advertise your Product Feed.

Forget the old domain

You should only use your new Shop domain from now on – no matter where you’re sharing it.

SHOPNAME.myspreadshop.com

This applies especially to your social networks, your own website or your Shop’s newsletters. To find out more about why your Shop has moved to a new domain, check out this blog post.

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New Colors & Sizes: Assortment Updates for your Shop

New Colors & Sizes: Assortment Updates for your Shop

Stock up your Shop with our expanded range of large sizes and fresh color choices. Plus, say goodbye to a few polo shirts and discontinued mugs. Update your assortment accordingly and get ready for the upcoming season!

New Colors & Sizes

  • Fitted Cotton/Poly T-Shirt by Next Level (ID 1130) new colors now available in the following sizes:
    • Black in 4XL
    • Heather Black & Heather Military Green in 3XL & 4XL
    • Heather Royal, Heather Navy, White & Heather Gray in 3XL
  • Men’s Hoodie (ID 111)
    • 3XL is now available in asphalt
    • 3XL-5XL are now available in red & ash
  • Men’s T-Shirt (ID 210)
    • Denim in size 4XL
    • Orange & Aquatic Blue in the sizes of 3XL & 4XL
  • Women’s Hoodie (ID 405): now available in classic pink and heather oatmeal
  • Women’s Curvy Tee (ID 1260) now available in navy

Product Deactivations

  • Men’s Pique Polo Shirt (ID 1412) in burgundy, forest green, beige & yellow has been discontinued by the supplier
  • Women’s Pique Polo Shirt (ID 1411) in burgundy & forest green has been discontinued by the supplier
  • Adult Ultra Cotton Polo Shirt (ID 110) in burgundy has been discontinued by the supplier
  • Full Color Mug (ID 949) & Full Color Panoramic Mug (ID 1134) in red & royal blue

Questions? Requests for our assortment? Let us know in the comments!

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Grow Merch Sales w/ Instagram Shop Tab

Boost Merch Sales With Ads in the Instagram Shop TabHow to use the Instagram Shop tab to boost merch sales

Instagram is making it easier for shop owners to boost merch sales with the launch of ads in their Shop tab. Instagram has changed the way we shop and built an engaging platform for users to discover and shop targeted products. And that includes merch!

Shop owners can now use Instagram shop ads in their marketing strategy to connect with compatible consumers. It may sound like another item on the to-do list, but it’s bound to put eyeballs on your merch.

Did you know: More than 130 million users tap on an Instagram Shopping post each month! Use Instagram Shop ads to promote your Spreadshop, boost merch sales and build a dedicated following.

The Setup

The Set Up

Setting up Instagram Shop tab ads is a similar process to creating ads you see on your main feed.

The Facebook ad manager allows you to build ads by selecting a targeted audience, adding relevant product tags and more. Track insights and view demographics to see who your audience is as a jumping off point. You want your ads to connect with who you’re trying to reach out to. Encourage them to interact with your shop.

Our 5-step guide to using Instagram ads goes into more detail about how to use ads to boost merch sales.

But Instagram Shop ads live in a place where people are already in the shopping mode. This makes them a more engaging form of promotion with an added unique look.

The Look

The Look

Instagram Shop ads will appear as tiles in the Shop tab, integrated with other relevant listings for users.

Everyone’s Shop tab looks different; it all depends on your interests. The Instagram algorithm sees what you engage with and picks products and shops that are relevant to those actions.

If you’re into retro fashion, you’ll be shown small businesses that cater to that niche demographic. Same goes for other interests like gaming, gardening and reading. When you click on one of these ads, you’ll be taken to a product details page with other information.

Learn more about the item, view different images and browse additional products from that brand.

Users can also save products to their wishlist and share with friends. But picking the right photos is going to be key to ensuring success with your ads.

The Shot

The Shot

Marketing your merch is different on every platform, and Instagram is all about having those sharable shots. This is your chance to get creative with the way you promote your merch and look at your shop differently.

People want to see what your merch looks like on real people in natural environments. Take the time to do themed photoshoots with family/friends. Use settings that optimize the niche factor or aesthetic of your merch.

This extra effort will get you photos you can use for other social promotion and boost your brand exposure immensely. Instagram users want to see how your merch will work in their daily lives. And these kinds of product photos will help emphasize that.

Instagram Shop tab ads also make you look like a reliable source. People will trust that your shop is authentic and be more willing to engage with your products.

The Result

The Result

Jumping on Instagram Shop tab ads – especially this early in the game – is only going to benefit your merch. And you don’t have to sink in a ton of money.

Start with a modest budget that gives you room to grow based on the response you get. Test the waters and see what types of photos or merch designs users are engaging with.

You might still be asking yourself: is Instagram advertising worth it?

There’s so many benefits to using Instagram Shop tab to promote your products. Easily find your audience through product tags and targeting. Use engagement rates to your advantage. Learn how to best market your merch and grow your business.

And it makes it so much easier when users are already in the shopping mindset.

Instagram Shop ads are going to be the way of the future for small shops and businesses. And that includes merch sellers, too!

Don’t have merch yet?

Set up your Spreadshop and start to drive sales to your shop today!

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Profit with VidSummit and Spreadshop

Spreadshop is excited to partner with VidSummit Live, where the top 1% of content creators from all over the world come together to learn, network and strategize. The event runs September 28-30 in Los Angeles, CA.

Spreadshop provided this years official t-shirt for VidSummit attendees, with the theme of “Create and Profit”.

Will you be in “the room where it happens”?

Yeah, we quoted Hamilton. The 8th annual VidSummit event allows you to learn from top creators like Mr. Beast and 60+ other high-level speakers. Gain access to the world’s leading experts on channel growth and brand building all in the same room, just for you! Can’t get there in person? Grab a virtual pass here.

Learn from Spreadshop Brand Ambassadors at VidSummit Live

Vidsummit speakers

We love our brand ambassadors because they all live to support other creators and help them grow. Three our of ambassadors are speaking at the event this year. Check out the lineup:

  • 8:15am PST- Wednesday, September 29th. Daniel Batal kicks off Vidsummit with his talk, “Big Brands Deals for Small Creators” Stay tuned for a special surprise from Daniel at the end.
  • 10:45am PST – Wednesday, September 29th. Next up, Roberto Blake drops knowledge with “The Creator Economy: 6 Business Models for Full-Time Creators”
  • 4:30pm PST Thursday, September 30th. Brian G Johnson steps up to the mic with “The Most Important Video Elements to Boost Views.” Brian will show you the exact steps to take to boost your views on Youtube.

We go the extra mile for creators

 

Spreadshop’s North American team manager, D.J. Coffman, will be in attendance and offering free 1-1 merch strategy consultations to any VidSummit attendees. Whether you’re just getting started in offering custom merchandise, or you’re a grizzled veteran creator who needs a smarter merch strategy, D.J. is there to help you. He has personally worked with some of our top sellers over the past 8 years working at Spread Group and is well versed at design and merchandise strategies to help you win in the creator economy.

“When we say we support creators, we really mean it. There are a lot of imitators out there who say they for creators, but their quality and service sure doesn’t show it. We hear it all the time.

 

Not to flex, but we pretty much invented this print-on-demand market for influencers.

We pride ourselves on totally kicking ass and going the extra mile to support our shop owners globally.” – D.J. Coffman

If you’ll be at the show and would like to schedule a meeting in advance e-mail dj@spreadshop.com

For nearly two decades now, Spreadshop (part of the Spread Group family of brands) have supported creators worldwide to help build their own brand, spread their message, and increase their profits. This is why we sponsor amazing events like VidSummit that align with our mission.

Don’t have a shop yet? It’s always free and always awesome. Get one now and start selling merch in minutes.