S9 E5: The State of DPA: Why and How It’s Growing (with Dan Pantelo, Founder of Marpipe)

What’s changing with DPA? Does attention actually matter most in advertising? Are DPA and catalog ads the same? Nik’s talking with Dan Pantelo, the founder of Marpipe HQ, where they’re on a mission to make DPA ads even better. Find out Dan’s five strategic tips everyone should know about catalog ads and why DPA is growing rapidly. When should we NOT use DPA? Does DPA matter more than UGC? Dan explains it all. Heard about DPA from others?  Well…there’s a good chance you’ve heard a misconception or two. Dan and Nik break down how big it actually is, creative possibilities, and why using a tool can be effective in the long run. Plus, find out why shooting products in different contexts is important (Hint: it’s the reason why people wear clothes in clothing ads).  And don’t forget to check out Nik’s helpful hacks here: nik.co/tiktokads nik.co/everydaydose AfterSell empowers businesses to maximize their revenue potential with upsell, cross-sell, and post-purchase engagement solutions. Our data-driven tools and seamless integrations help you transform customer interactions and boost revenue effortlessly. To learn more visit aftersell.com/limited.    Want more DTC advice? Check out the Limited Supply YouTube page for more insider tips. Check out the Nik’s DTC newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mOUJMJ And if you’re looking for an instant stream of on-demand DTC gold, check out the Limited Supply Slack Channel for Nik’s most unfiltered, uncensored thoughts. Follow Nik: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/mrsharma

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So many DTC brands think nice PR is more important than honesty. But that’s not us. I'm Nik, and I'm tired of all the hot air in our industry. This podcast is the behind-the-scenes conversation that gets to the heart of what DTC is really like. Nik Sharma founded Sharma Brands - and has no reason not to call people out, and share his spicy takes. Joined by the most experienced names in the industry, these are the conversations you won’t hear anywhere else. We’ll be diving deep into industry moves, autopsies on failed brands, and why we’re investing in certain companies. Episodes drop every Wednesday. Make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.