💡Start My Idea: Social Commerce

You know what they say… if you’re scrolling, you’re spending.

And right now, the hottest malls in town aren’t in a building, they’re on your phone. TikTok, Instagram, and even Pinterest have become full-blown shopping channels, where a viral product can go from “What’s that?” to “Take my money!” in 10 seconds flat.

Welcome to the era of Social Commerce, where content and commerce blend so smoothly, you don’t even realize you’ve checked out.

If you’re not making money off this trend yet, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.

TODAY’S TREND
📈 Social Commerce

Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook have turned every post, story, and live video into a storefront. With features like in-app checkout, product tags, and shoppable livestreams, customers can buy faster than they can blink. And here’s the kicker…70% of Gen Z discover products on social media FIRST. That’s right. The mall is in their pocket, and you’re the new shopkeeper.

TODAY’S IDEAS
💡5 ideas based on today’s trend

💡 TrendDrop – The Instant Trend Pop-Up Shop

Every week, a new product goes viral. Scrunchies, portable blenders, Stanley cups, you name it. TrendDrop is a curated online shop that ONLY sells trending TikTok products for a limited time. When the trend dies, the product disappears.

Where to start: Use TikTok’s product links and in-app shopping tools to drive impulse buys. Set up a Shopify store and sync directly to TikTok Shop. Partner with micro-influencers for rapid product reviews.

💡 NanoStore Consulting – Micro-Influencer Store Builders

Micro-influencers (those with 5k-50k followers) are dying to cash in, but they don’t know how to set up their own storefronts. Offer a done-for-you service that helps influencers build a personal product store synced to Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook Shop.

Where to start: Charge setup fees, offer ongoing management packages, and upsell influencer collab campaigns. Target fitness coaches, beauty gurus, and niche creators.

💡 FlashTrend Text Club – Instant Trend Alerts & Deals

Create a text club (via SMS platforms like Postscript or Community) where you send subscribers daily/weekly alerts of viral products they NEED to know about with your affiliate links baked right in.

Where to start: Use affiliate programs like Amazon Influencer, TikTok Shop Affiliate, or LTK (formerly RewardStyle). Monetize with paid placements from brands that want to be featured. Charge brands for “viral guarantee” spots in your alerts.

💡 Trend Treasures Mystery Boxes – One-Click Viral Surprise

Create a store that sells mystery boxes packed with trending products. People love the thrill of the unknown, especially if you market it with unboxing content showing the types of stuff they could get. They also know the products will be interesting because it’s viral.

Where to start: Buy in bulk from TikTok viral sellers, AliExpress, and even local discount stores. Use TikTok and Instagram Reels for addicting unboxing content. Charge a premium for “Guaranteed Viral” boxes with higher-end products.

💡 Viral Video Vault – Pre-Made Product Promo Packs

Most small sellers aren’t video editors, and they don’t have a clue how to make a scroll-stopping product video. Offer packs of completed TikTok & Reels videos with trending sounds, captions, and product demos they can slap their logo onto.

Where to start: Sell digital video packs for $49-$199 each. Offer custom promo videos for higher fees. Create a monthly subscription for “Trend of the Month” video packs.

Whether you want to sell your own products, help others launch their stores, or create viral content that drives sales, there’s a lane wide open for you.

Until next time,

Dwayne & Matt

P.S. If this gave you your next big idea, share it with someone else who’s ready to stop scrolling and start selling. 🚀