Need help sparking fresh, lively conversations in your Shopify community? Would You Rather questions are a playful way to inspire imaginative thinking and connect members through fun, low-pressure choices. Use these templates to drive more participation and build a vibrant, engaged Shopify group.
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Would You Rather questions tap into curiosity and creative thinking, inviting members to consider unique scenarios related to their Shopify experiences. By framing engagement as a game, you lower barriers for participation, making it easy for members of all comfort levels to join in. These prompts also encourage sharing of personal insights, which can reveal valuable tips, spark debates, and deepen community bonds.
The open-ended nature of Would You Rather questions means there are no right or wrong answers, fostering a safe environment for all opinions. This format helps break the ice for new members, while giving regulars a fresh way to express their perspectives. Over time, this playful approach builds a sense of camaraderie, trust, and idea-sharing within your Shopify community.
Would you rather double your Shopify store's conversion rate or halve your shipping costs?
💡 Example: "Would you rather double your Shopify store's conversion rate or halve your shipping costs? Tell us why!"
Would you rather have a viral product video or a product featured by a top influencer?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a viral product video or a product featured by a top influencer? Share your pick!"
Would you rather launch a new product every month or focus on one bestseller?
💡 Example: "Would you rather launch a new product every month or focus on one bestseller? Why?"
Would you rather automate all your customer emails or your inventory management?
💡 Example: "Would you rather automate all your customer emails or your inventory management?"
Would you rather get 100 new customers today or keep your top 10 loyal fans forever?
💡 Example: "Would you rather get 100 new customers today or keep your top 10 loyal fans forever? Let us know!"
Would you rather run your Shopify store solo or manage a small team?
💡 Example: "Would you rather run your Shopify store solo or manage a small team? Why?"
Would you rather design your own website or hire a pro designer for your Shopify store?
💡 Example: "Would you rather design your own website or hire a pro designer for your Shopify store? Tell us your experience!"
Would you rather offer free shipping or a 10 percent discount on every order?
💡 Example: "Would you rather offer free shipping or a 10 percent discount on every order? Vote below!"
Would you rather handle customer service live or stick to email support only?
💡 Example: "Would you rather handle customer service live or stick to email support only?"
Would you rather spend your budget on ads or on improving your website?
💡 Example: "Would you rather spend your budget on ads or on improving your website? Explain your choice."
Would you rather have one product go viral or steady sales across your catalog?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have one product go viral or steady sales across your catalog? Share your reasoning."
Would you rather get a feature in Shopify's blog or be interviewed on a top ecommerce podcast?
💡 Example: "Would you rather get a feature in Shopify's blog or be interviewed on a top ecommerce podcast?"
Would you rather master Facebook Ads or Google Shopping for your Shopify store?
💡 Example: "Would you rather master Facebook Ads or Google Shopping for your Shopify store? Why?"
Would you rather have your best-selling product out of stock or delayed shipping for a week?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have your best-selling product out of stock or delayed shipping for a week? Which is worse?"
Would you rather answer 50 customer emails or pack 50 orders in one day?
💡 Example: "Would you rather answer 50 customer emails or pack 50 orders in one day?"
Would you rather test new apps every month or stick to your current Shopify stack?
💡 Example: "Would you rather test new apps every month or stick to your current Shopify stack? Why?"
Would you rather grow your email list or your Instagram followers?
💡 Example: "Would you rather grow your email list or your Instagram followers? Which do you value more?"
Would you rather run a flash sale or create a loyalty program for your store?
💡 Example: "Would you rather run a flash sale or create a loyalty program for your store? Tell us your pick!"
Would you rather work on your Shopify store early in the morning or late at night?
💡 Example: "Would you rather work on your Shopify store early in the morning or late at night?"
Would you rather offer one-day shipping or a free gift with every purchase?
💡 Example: "Would you rather offer one-day shipping or a free gift with every purchase? Vote below!"
Would you rather build a Shopify store for digital products or physical items?
💡 Example: "Would you rather build a Shopify store for digital products or physical items? Why?"
Would you rather handle all your store's marketing yourself or outsource it?
💡 Example: "Would you rather handle all your store's marketing yourself or outsource it? Share your reasons."
Would you rather spend a week perfecting your product photos or writing product descriptions?
💡 Example: "Would you rather spend a week perfecting your product photos or writing product descriptions? Why?"
Would you rather have a Shopify store that's easy to build or easy to scale?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a Shopify store that's easy to build or easy to scale? What's more important?"
Would you rather get store feedback from customers or from other Shopify owners?
💡 Example: "Would you rather get store feedback from customers or from other Shopify owners? Let us know!"
Would you rather spend a day fixing bugs or brainstorming new products?
💡 Example: "Would you rather spend a day fixing bugs or brainstorming new products?"
Would you rather have a store with a unique brand or one that follows current trends?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a store with a unique brand or one that follows current trends? Why?"
Would you rather process all your orders manually or invest in automation early?
💡 Example: "Would you rather process all your orders manually or invest in automation early? Share your choice."
Would you rather get a surprise feature in Shopify's newsletter or a free month of Shopify Plus?
💡 Example: "Would you rather get a surprise feature in Shopify's newsletter or a free month of Shopify Plus? What would you pick?"
Would you rather focus on local customers or target international sales?
💡 Example: "Would you rather focus on local customers or target international sales? Why?"
Would you rather have a Shopify app that simplifies shipping or boosts upsells?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a Shopify app that simplifies shipping or boosts upsells? Tell us your pick!"
Would you rather spend time on SEO or paid ads for your Shopify store?
💡 Example: "Would you rather spend time on SEO or paid ads for your Shopify store? Explain why."
Would you rather have your Shopify store known for fast shipping or for excellent customer service?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have your Shopify store known for fast shipping or for excellent customer service? Share your thoughts."
Would you rather get a huge one-time order or steady repeat customers all year?
💡 Example: "Would you rather get a huge one-time order or steady repeat customers all year? Which matters more to you?"
Would you rather take a Shopify course or learn by trial and error?
💡 Example: "Would you rather take a Shopify course or learn by trial and error?"
Would you rather have a Shopify store that's easy to use or packed with features?
💡 Example: "Would you rather have a Shopify store that's easy to use or packed with features? Why?"
Would you rather invest in product photos or influencer reviews for your store?
💡 Example: "Would you rather invest in product photos or influencer reviews for your store? What drives more sales for you?"
Would you rather manage multiple Shopify stores or focus on just one?
💡 Example: "Would you rather manage multiple Shopify stores or focus on just one? Why?"
Would you rather launch with a huge product line or start with just one perfect product?
💡 Example: "Would you rather launch with a huge product line or start with just one perfect product? Share your thoughts."
Would you rather handle returns yourself or hire a service to manage them?
💡 Example: "Would you rather handle returns yourself or hire a service to manage them?"
Would you rather build a Shopify store for a passion project or a trending niche?
💡 Example: "Would you rather build a Shopify store for a passion project or a trending niche? Why?"
Would you rather get one new app feature each month or unlimited support tickets?
💡 Example: "Would you rather get one new app feature each month or unlimited support tickets?"
Post these Would You Rather questions regularly to keep conversations flowing and energy high. Pin or highlight one each week to encourage ongoing participation. Tag or mention specific members to invite their input, and reply to responses to keep the discussion going. Use poll features on platforms that support them, or simply ask members to reply with their choice and reasoning. Consider pairing questions with relevant visuals or GIFs for extra appeal.
For all platforms, post Would You Rather prompts as standalone posts, story questions, or in chat threads. Use polls where available for easy participation. On forums, pin the thread for higher visibility. On social media, add branded visuals or GIFs to increase engagement.
Frame your Would You Rather questions around workflow preferences or feature needs rather than pitting specific apps directly against each other. For example, ask, 'Would you rather automate your email marketing or focus on building SMS flows first?' This keeps the discussion productive and avoids heated debates over specific app brands.
Create scenario-based prompts that let members consider real Shopify design dilemmas, like, 'Would you rather have a minimalist single-product store or a catalog-style multi-product store?' Encourage members to share their experiences and reasoning related to Shopify's theme customization tools.
Align your prompts with recent Shopify feature releases or popular integrations. For example, ask, 'Would you rather expand internationally using Shopify Markets or focus on growing sales through Instagram Shopping?' Referencing timely Shopify features keeps the content fresh and highly relevant.
Absolutely! Pose prompts such as, 'Would you rather prioritize reducing abandoned carts or increasing average order value with upsells?' This invites Shopify merchants to share their tactics and favorite platform tools for addressing these specific challenges.
Create prompts that address challenges unique to each model, such as, 'Would you rather handle supplier delays in dropshipping or manage design approvals in print-on-demand?' This helps members relate the question directly to their Shopify business model, maximizing relevance and participation.
Frame your prompts around actionable marketing decisions in a Shopify context, for example: 'Would you rather invest your next marketing budget in optimizing your Shopify blog for SEO or launching a micro-influencer campaign?' Ask members to back up their choices with data from their own Shopify analytics for deeper discussion.
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