Eric Schechter’s Post

Founders often face tempting opportunities that promise quick money, but these short-sighted plays usually burn out fast and leave your business on unstable ground. While it’s easy to chase immediate gains, it’s important to ask yourself: is this sustainable? Long-term success comes from strategies that build strong foundations, create lasting value, and build trust with customers. It might take more time and effort upfront, but the businesses that win big and stay relevant are the ones that invest in growth that scales and sustains over time. Play the long game.

🚨 MILESTONE 🚨 Today, GiddyUp turns 11 years old, and I couldn’t be more proud of our company or more excited about our future. I’m incredibly grateful to have amazing partners like Topher Grant Justin Grant and Todd Armstrong, along with our high-performance team and incredible partners. The future is bright, and I can’t wait to see where the next few years take us. #LFGU Throwback pic of our 3rd year anniversary with my cofounders/brothers.

I'm incredibly proud of what our team, Makers, and Shoppers have achieved together over the past year. At Grommet we're pioneering a unique space where small businesses can launch and gain massive exposure and sales—at no cost—and where Shoppers truly have a voice that’s not only heard but rewarded. The past year has been a testament to this vision, and the numbers tell the story: 🚀 953 products launched—all created by small businesses, makers, and entrepreneurs. 📈415,000 upvotes from Shoppers who are passionate about supporting entrepreneurs who drive innovation forward. 💰76,000+ orders that have generated millions in sales for our Makers. ⭐️ Nearly 200 Shopify reviews (99% 5-stars) and over 500 Trustpilot reviews (average 4.9 stars). The most exciting part? We’re just getting started. The future holds so much more. If you have a product on Shopify and want to showcase it to the world with the support of our incredible community—our team, millions of shoppers, and thousands of makers—we’d love to hear from you. And if you’re on the lookout for what’s next or searching for a unique gift from a small business that you can’t find anywhere else, join us at TheGrommet.com. Let’s continue to build something amazing together!

Just arrived at Affiliate Summit East in NYC. Message me if you’re around and want to meet up!