Discover the transformative journey of Fred Gleeck, an entrepreneur who turned his setbacks into stepping stones after being fired by five Fortune 500 companies. Experience his unique blend of theater and business acumen as Fred shares how these diverse skills led him to a successful career as a professional speaker and information product creator. He stresses the importance of embracing entrepreneurship early to avoid the golden handcuffs of corporate life, while candidly discussing the hurdles...
Dec 24, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 254
Discover the secret to leveling the playing field for small businesses as we engage with Corey Clark, the visionary CEO and founder of Clark Co. Corey joins us to share his inspiring journey from the bustling world of global nonprofits and large corporations to establishing a marketing agency focused on empowering small businesses with customized marketing solutions. Learn how Corey’s innovative, data-driven strategies are giving small enterprises the tools they need to overcome budget limitatio...
Dec 17, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 253
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Matthew Stafford, the Shopify optimization guru from Build Grow Scale, as he shares his inspiring journey from running a concrete business to making waves in the e-commerce world. Discover how Matthew transitioned to online entrepreneurship, using innovative marketing strategies like personalized ads to drive significant revenue on platforms like Shopify. His story highlights the growing importance of having a direct-to-consumer presence, especially ...
Dec 10, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 252
Unlock the secrets of success on Walmart Marketplace with David Milstein, co-founder of Cellcord, as our special guest. Discover why Walmart's platform is a hidden gem in the realm of e-commerce and how it stacks up against giants like Amazon. David takes us through his fascinating entrepreneurial journey, from his time at Lebro Industries during the pandemic to establishing Cellcord, the leading agency for Walmart Marketplace success. Gain insights into the unique advantages of Walmart's less s...
Dec 03, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 251
What inspired two Amazon entrepreneurs to take a leap of faith into podcasting, and how did a chance encounter at a St. Louis E-commerce Club set the stage for five years of captivating conversations? Tune in to discover the origins of "Firing the Man," as we reflect on our 250th episode and bid a heartfelt farewell to my co-host, Ken Wilson. Our journey started with dreams of escaping traditional jobs and transformed into a thriving platform where we shared stories of resilience, partnership, a...
Nov 26, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 250
Kathleen Celmins, the dynamic force behind Glow Social, joins us again to share her insights gained from bridging the gap between high-ticket coaching and app development. Discover how her journey led to the creation of Glow Social, a tool designed to support solopreneurs and small businesses in maintaining a consistent social media presence. Learn why Kathleen believes that building authority through shared industry trends and personal insights is more impactful than mere company updates, and h...
Nov 19, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 249
Episode Summary: What if you could revolutionize your e-commerce journey and create a brand that stands out in a crowded marketplace? This episode, featuring the incredible Norm Farrar—better known as the Beard Guy—promises to inspire seasoned entrepreneurs and newcomers alike. With decades of experience under his belt, Norm shares his remarkable path from running a promotional goods company to becoming a trailblazer in the e-commerce industry during the internet's early days. His insights revea...
Nov 12, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 248
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Trevor Lubiens, a dynamic creative who transitioned from the basketball courts of college coaching to the pulsating heart of Nashville's music scene, before founding his own innovative agency, Conflux Creative. Trevor's journey is a masterclass in adaptability and creativity, highlighting how his diverse experiences in music, graphic design, and leadership roles have shaped his unique approach to storytelling and marketing. Discover how Trevor navigated...
Nov 05, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 247
Episode Summary: Discover the secrets of e-commerce mastery with Parag Mamnani, founder and CEO of WebGility, as he shares his journey from a computer science graduate during the dot-com bust to a leading figure in e-commerce automation. Parag opens up about the critical challenges e-commerce businesses face today, such as financial reconciliation across multiple platforms and cash flow management, and how WebGility is revolutionizing the way businesses operate. Learn how to harness the power of...
Oct 29, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 246
Episode Summary: Join us as military veteran turned entrepreneur Amy Wees takes us on a journey from her Air Force days to becoming a powerhouse in the world of e-commerce. Discover how a simple need to tackle her pets' litter box odor led Amy down a path of innovation, resulting in a successful product that changed the game for her and many others. With a focus on creativity and resilience, Amy reveals the pivotal moments that shaped her entrepreneurial spirit and empowered her to assist other ...
Oct 22, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 245
Ever wondered how a kid from a cul-de-sac in Oregon could grow up to become a powerhouse in the business world? Meet Neil Twa, our guest on today's episode, who proves that resilience and adaptability are crucial to entrepreneurial success. From dreaming of being a fighter pilot to holding a senior position at IBM, Neil's journey is a rollercoaster of career pivots and learning curves. He shares his transition from a stable corporate life to the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship, offering ...
Oct 16, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 244
Unlock the secrets to Etsy success with Dylan Jahraus, a top seller and creator of the Ultimate Etsy Course. In this episode, Dylan shares her inspiring journey from working in corporate e-commerce at Zappos and Zulily to building a thriving Etsy business—all while balancing life as a military spouse. She’ll show you how she transformed her side hustles into a flourishing venture and how you can do the same by tapping into the unique opportunities Etsy offers. Learn how to avoid common mistakes ...
Oct 08, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 243
Curious about how to level up your Amazon selling strategy? In this episode, we chat with Kathleen kobel, a seasoned Amazon expert who’s been in the game since 2009, starting out by selling her grad school textbooks. Kathleen shares her inspiring journey from working with her entrepreneurial uncle to building her own successful Amazon business. Now, through her Amazon-focused agency, she’s helped launch over 1,000 brands and knows the ins and outs of what it takes to thrive on the platform. She ...
Oct 01, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 242
Ever wondered how a company can grow from $5 million to $200 million in revenue and eventually go public on the New York Stock Exchange? You're in for a treat! In this episode, we sit down with Eric Eden, a marketing expert with over 20 years of experience leading internet service and SaaS companies. Eric shares his incredible journey, from working at the original dot-com domain registry to playing key roles at Vario and Cvent. He offers fascinating insights into the evolution of e-commerce and ...
Sep 25, 2024•52 min•Ep. 241
Ever wondered how a teenager's passion for tech could evolve into a successful digital marketing empire? Join us in this episode as Clayton Patterson, founder and CEO of Digital Space Marketing, takes us on his incredible journey from developing websites at 15 to navigating the complexities of digital marketing. Clayton's path is anything but linear, involving a detour through law school, running a marshmallow company, and even establishing his own law firm. Hear firsthand about the obstacles he...
Sep 04, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 240
What if a simple label could revolutionize how you manage your health? Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we chat with Leanna Gant, an award-winning inventor recommended by Suzanne Fontaine, who turned her personal struggle with breast cancer into an ingenious solution for medication tracking. Leanna's journey takes us from her diverse roles as a creative director, art studio owner, and nonprofit manager, to the pivotal moment when she invented TukTuk. Listen as she shares the trials a...
Aug 28, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 239
Is the e-commerce M&A market really as challenging as they say? Tune in as Emmett Kilduff, the insightful co-founder and CEO of the Fortia Group, returns to share his expert take on the current state of e-commerce valuations and M&A activity. From navigating a tough market landscape to discovering acquisition opportunities, Emmett walks us through key strategies for scaling your business and getting creative with financing. He breaks down essential valuation factors, such as revenue quan...
Aug 28, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 238
Unlock the secrets behind Amazon’s unprecedented growth with our special guest, Steve Anderson, author of the bestselling book "The Bezos Letters." Steve, an expert in analyzing business risks, shares invaluable insights from Jeff Bezos' letters to Amazon shareholders. Learn how Amazon’s principles of experimentation, risk-taking, and customer obsession have fueled its meteoric rise. Steve breaks down Bezos’ strategic cycles of testing, building, accelerating, and scaling, offering practical adv...
Jul 09, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 237
Unlock the mysteries of Amazon selling with Vanessa Hung, the Venezuelan powerhouse at the helm of Online Seller Solutions. She's not only mastered the platform's complexities but is ready to share her treasure trove of strategies, from maintaining a healthy seller account to navigating the labyrinthine policies that could make or break your business. Vanessa's approach strips away the fluff, offering tangible insights into the critical, and often overlooked, aspects of Amazon's ecosystem, ensur...
Jul 02, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 236
Unlock the secrets to e-commerce triumph and let the transformative power of AI propel your business into the stratosphere. Our latest conversation with a seasoned e-commerce expert provides an eye-opening look into what it truly takes to launch and scale an online store. Unwavering commitment and a staunch motivation that eclipses the mere pursuit of profit are at the heart of this journey. Discover how failing isn't a setback but a stepping stone, and how tools like ChatGPT are not just trends...
Jun 25, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 235
Embark on a transformative odyssey with Anatoly Labinsky, the former food runner turned e-commerce maestro, as he regales us with a tale that's nothing short of a cinematic rise to success. Every entrepreneur knows the sting of struggle, but Anatoly's saga—from grappling with a new language in Dubai to the life-affirming challenge of impending fatherhood—underscores a journey charged with unwavering determination. As we peel back the layers of his climb to entrepreneurial stardom, Anatoly's insi...
Jun 18, 2024•27 min•Season 1Ep. 234
Want to build and scale your e-commerce brand like a pro? In this episode, we sit down with Matt Altman from Right Side Up to uncover the secrets behind his incredible journey from retail arbitrage to successfully launching and selling multiple brands. Matt spills the beans on his innovative PPC launch strategies and the revolutionary "plum cart" concept for cross-promotion, offering a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to take their e-commerce game to the next level. Discover the key...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 233
Get ready to ignite your entrepreneurial fire as we share the astonishing tale of Josh Hadley, a former airline employee who turned the e-commerce world on its head. Josh's story is not just about creating an eight-figure stationary empire; it's about the relentless pursuit of a dream, juggling a full-time job, and aligning his business ambitions with family life. From his early lemonade stand to the strategic prowess that propelled Hadley Designs on Amazon, Josh's insights promise to fuel your ...
Jun 04, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 232
Unlock the keys to Amazon triumph as we sit down with e-commerce maestro Max Sinclair, the visionary behind eComptentai. He peels back the curtain on his journey from igniting Amazon Business in the UK to fostering Amazon Grocery's growth in the EU, all while nurturing his brainchild eComptentai. Max's insights are a goldmine for sellers aiming to craft an unbeatable strategy, one that marries top-tier products and content with Amazon's customer-centric ethos. Forego the shortcuts; Max's philoso...
May 21, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 231
Have you ever wondered what it takes to escape the 9-to-5 grind and launch your own passive income empire? Jeff Oxford of 180 Marketing joins us with a treasure trove of insights into the world of SEO and e-commerce. His transformative journey from employee to entrepreneur is not only inspiring but also jam-packed with practical advice for anyone ready to follow in his footsteps. Jeff candidly shares the resilience needed to overcome setbacks, and the incremental steps that can lead to triumph i...
May 14, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 230
Embark on an inspiring odyssey with Deirdre Tshien, CapSho's visionary leader, as she recounts her remarkable pivot from the corporate world to the innovative realm of podcasting and entrepreneurship. Leaving her traditional Sydney upbringing behind, Deirdre ventured into the sweet escapades of ChocPot before diving headfirst into the digital marketing and podcasting space. Her insights into the challenges she faced with her initial podcast foray, and how those experiences informed the birth of ...
May 07, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 229
Ever felt the crushing weight of a corporate job on your shoulders, dreaming of a day you could call the shots? Irving Chung did, and his leap into franchising turned those dreams into reality. Our latest episode is a treasure chest of insights from this former corporate warrior turned franchise mogul. Together, we dissect the mechanics behind franchising - a structure offering lower risk with remarkable support systems that pave the way to financial independence and lifestyle autonomy. Irving's...
Apr 30, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 228
Ever wondered what it takes to break free from the nine-to-five grind and step into the world of business ownership? Jeremy Shapiro joins us this week to unravel the entrepreneurial journey, bringing to light the defining moments that separate the self-employed from true business owners. From his own leap from college dropout to serial entrepreneur, Jeremy dishes out essential advice on scaling your business, the art of hiring and delegation, and the transformative impact these strategies have o...
Apr 23, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 227
Prepare to elevate your Amazon acumen as we bring you a treasure trove of insights from Rebecca Thomas, the savvy VP of Operations at Upper Echelon Products. Discover the transformative strategies that can amplify your cart value and learn about the anticipated, more granular Amazon reporting tools on the horizon. Our conversation with Rebecca traverses the dynamic landscape of Amazon's seller programs, illuminating the Seller Initiated Packaging (SIP) program's potential to optimize customer sa...
Apr 12, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 226
From the family-owned pavement to the electrifying energy of Wall Street, Chris How To Be Successful Operating a Small Business With Chris Lautenslager has navigated a path that's as unconventional as it is inspiring. In our latest episode, Chris joins us to recount his incredible journey and how he's now turning his expertise towards championing the unsung heroes of our economy—small businesses. As the founder of GitLooped LLC, he's igniting a conversation about the indispensable role these ent...
Apr 09, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 225
