Seller Fulfilled Prime is crucial for sellers looking to optimize their fulfillment operations, reduce costs, and enhance their competitiveness in the Amazon marketplace. It provides a strategic alternative to FBA, offering greater control, flexibility, and the ability to meet the high expectations of Amazon Prime customers. Whether you're a seasoned seller or just starting, this episode featuring Manish Chowdhary, Founder & CEO at Cahoot -the World's first P2P Fulfillment Network for Brands...
Nov 28, 2023•25 min
Chinese Amazon sellers are growing and getting better at listings - adopting AI to make better photos, videos, and A+ content. How can you, a U.S. brand, differentiate your business from this kind of saturation? Listen and learn from Andy Isom, a YouTuber, a Podcaster, and a Business Coach, as he teaches how to build an Amazon brand that distinguishes itself from Chinese sellers. Episode Notes: 00:30 - Andy Isom Introduction 03:15 - Selling on Amazon with Andy Isom 05:30 - Transparency to Audien...
Nov 21, 2023•30 min
Need a full-service, one-stop-shop for your Amazon business? Store Creation, Inventory, Listing Optimization, CPC Advertising, and more, Aaron Moore, your remote director of Amazon, will deliver results. Learn the advantages of choosing a solo-operated agency over larger teams, plus other strategies that will take your Amazon business to the next level. Episode Notes: 00:30 - Aaron Moore Introduction 03:10 - Advantages of single operator agency 05:30 - Aaron’s Multiple Skillset Sources “Get in t...
Nov 14, 2023•36 min
Aged inventory can be a silent, but substantial, hindrance to the growth and profitability of your Amazon business. Non-moving products, especially in Q4, can lead to long-term storage fees. In this short but information-packed episode, Scott reveals the challenges posed by aged inventory and offers effective strategies to address this issue and optimize your Amazon business. Episode Notes: 00:15 - Amazon FBA Fees and Stale Inventory 02:10 - Monthly Storage Fee 02:45 - Long-term Storage Fee 03:4...
Nov 08, 2023•11 min
When selling on Amazon, maximizing your profits is crucial for the success of your e-commerce business. But what happens when it starts to backfire and hurt your bottom line? We got Jason Hanan, co-founder of AZsellerkit, to give us the fine details of what could potentially destroy your whole Amazon listing and the steps to take to aggressively reverse the effects. Episode Notes: 00:30 - Jason Hanan Introduction 04:25 - How to Optimize Variation Listing 07:40 - Pulling Out a Variation That Hurt...
Oct 31, 2023•30 min
While Amazon Seller Support plays a vital role in assisting sellers, some may find it annoying or frustrating due to various reasons. When support is broken, It disrupts the user experience and also hurts the end consumers. Learn the weirdest pain point of selling on Amazon and how Seller Candy solved the problem of Amazon Seller Support with the Seller Candy Founder Josh Cavendish and the Smartest Amazon Seller Scott Needham. Episode Notes: 00:15 - John Cavendish Introduction 01:55 - Amazon Sel...
Oct 24, 2023•17 min
From Amazon selling to running a premier e-commerce services agency that helps brands grow on Amazon, Walmart, and Shopify, Nectar Co-founder Jason Landro sparked a controversial topic about Pattern , the largest reseller of products on Amazon. In this episode, learn why Jason thinks pure wholesalers/resellers will go extinct as well as the strengths and weaknesses of Pattern’s business model. Episode Notes: 00:15 - Jason Landro Introduction 01:00 - Jason’s Background 01:40 - Pattern’s Business ...
Oct 17, 2023•28 min
Here's another strong brand with exceptional execution that has achieved an impressive milestone. ZUGU, the brainchild of CEO Tim Angel, has generated more than $1 million in monthly revenue. Tim's journey with his company began in 2010 when he recognized the frustration of dealing with iPad cases that couldn't provide a stable and functional solution. At just 25 years old, he embarked on a mission to create the world's best and most innovative case, emphasizing the perfect balance between funct...
Oct 10, 2023•22 min
Cash flow forecasting is a critical financial management tool that provides insights into the timing and amount of cash inflows and outflows. It aids in financial planning, risk management, and overall financial health, making it an indispensable practice for businesses. Having access to capital and enough inventory is critical to keep your Amazon business growing. And with so much money coming in and out, Oz Merchant of Viably tells us all the reasons why cash flow is the lifeblood of the busin...
Oct 03, 2023•24 min
Content and Idea Generation, Programming Assistance, Legalities and Business, and even Entertainment, ChatGPT's versatility allows for numerous other applications limited only by imagination and creativity. Amazon sellers can also utilize this powerful tool to assist with various aspects of Amazon Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising by providing information, tips, and guidance. Rita Java from PPC Ninja takes AI utilization to the next level and discusses how her team successfully harnesses the AI to...
Sep 26, 2023•29 min
Here’s another episode that’ll surely make you a better Amazon seller. Scott reshares his AMZ United speech about pricing where you can pick up some awesome tools and strategies to potentially increase your net margins. The highly-successful Amazon Seller conference is specifically focused on wholesaling but Scott’s talk has more to it than just that. Sit back and relax as you ride a free pass to Scott’s valuable pricing insights.
Sep 20, 2023•25 min
Scott shares his experience and expresses gratitude to the 700 attendees of the highly successful AMZ United, an Amazon Seller conference that just went live on August. Hear his 6 weeks worth of insights packed into this quick but informative podcast. Episode Notes: 00:35 - The AMZ United Experience 05:30 - Brand Control, Consumer Trends, And Managing Content 07:15 - Amazon Accelerate 09:15 - Amazon Seller Issuing Stock Options 10:15 - What I Invest in an Amazon Seller and Why 12:45 - Latest Upd...
Sep 12, 2023•15 min
What if you can leverage Amazon’s existing traffic and profit from it? Check out the Amazon Influencer Program - a perfect side-hustle and a more approachable way to start your digital marketing journey. We have Corbin White, the owner of ZoCo Marketing, answering interesting digital marketing questions such as the potential earnings, video types, number of followers, and all the challenges one may encounter in the Amazon Influencer Program. Episode Notes: 00:20 - Corbin White Introduction 01:45...
Sep 05, 2023•24 min
The Amazon research process holds significant importance due to its direct influence on successful business strategies, informed decision-making, and optimal resource allocation within the Amazon marketplace. With a wealth of expertise under the banner of Ritz Momentum, Isabela Ritz shares her guaranteed strategies in building high-profit Amazon products that beat the competition as well as her top 5 go-to tools for market research and product launch. Episode Notes: 00:30 - Isabela Ritz Introduc...
Aug 29, 2023•29 min
Shipping costs, wasted time, dealing with customer service, and other fees are just some of the pain points of Amazon Returns. Here’s where Onsite Support comes in. It’s a solution, co-designed with Amazon, that will help alleviate returns. We have Joe Abitbol to tell us how Amazon Sellers can improve their bottomline, reduce negative reviews, acquire loyal customers, and generate repeat business. Episode Notes: 00:50 - Joe Abitbol Introduction 01:45 - Joe’s First Taste Into E-commerce 02:45 - A...
Aug 22, 2023•23 min
Brendan Howell, CEO of Loloft Inc., sits down with Scott and shares how to elevate your Amazon business by getting instant access to flexible workspace and storage options tailored to your needs. With a shared kitchen space, conference rooms, warehouse managers, phone booths, and lockable warehouses, Loloft provides modern warehouse solutions to small and growth-stage companies. Episode notes: 00:35 - Brendan Howell and Loloft Introduction 01:50 - Brendan’s Backstory 04:20 - Scott’s Experience i...
Aug 15, 2023•21 min
Started in an unlikely way through an Amazon Campus Challenge, explore the journey of Jordi Cascant as he elevated his Amazon business to new heights following his victorious achievement. Now a 7-Figure Amazon FBA Seller, Jordi shares with Scott his secrets to dominating the Spain Marketplace. Episode Notes: 00:25 - Jordi Cascant Introduction 01:10 - Amazon Campus Challenge 02:20 - Jordi’s Secret to Winning 03:05 - Taking the Amazon Business to the Next Level 03:35 - Amazon Communities in Spain ...
Aug 08, 2023•15 min
Learn how taking risks got Isaiah Fritz, CEO and Founder of Online Selling Partner, his first brand exclusives and how these partnerships impact the market. Join Scott and Isaiah as they cover brand partnership, diminishing brand risks, the next 10 years on Amazon, advertising strategies, and plans backed with case studies and proven data. Also discover how Online Selling Partner assesses brands using SmartScout’s Data, helping it become the best Amazon growth machine in the world. Episode Notes...
Aug 01, 2023•37 min
What’s the latest in the Amazon space in the last 2 months? What’s hot and upcoming? Learn the latest updates about the big changes in the Small and Light and Seller Fulfilled Prime programs. Plus, get early insights about the first-ever conference for Amazon Wholesale Sellers - the AMZ United 2023. Episode Notes: 00:35 - Small and Light 03:40 - Seller Fulfilled Prime 06:00 - AMZ United Related Post: Introducing AMZ United 2023 - The First-Ever Conference for Amazon Wholesale Sellers...
Jul 25, 2023•11 min
Dive into the vast potential of the Amazon marketplace in Mexico. With its growing e-commerce market, increasing disposable income, rising demand for imported goods, and more, moving products to Mexico presents a significant opportunity for Amazon sellers. Join your host Scott Needham with Mike Begg, co-founder of AMZ Advisers, as they give us an overview of the rapidly growing market of Mexico. Episode Notes: 00:15 - Mike Begg Introduction 02:00 - Mexico Marketplace Overview 03:20 - Amazon’s No...
Jul 18, 2023•23 min
Positive ratings and reviews on Amazon can greatly influence consumer behavior and purchasing decisions. High ratings and positive reviews serve as social proof - building trust and credibility for your product or brand. However, some fraudulent practices out there will keep attacking your business with fake feedback. How do you protect your product or brand from this? And more importantly, how do you properly file cases and take down fake negative reviews the white hat way? Learn those and more...
Jul 11, 2023•28 min
Under and overstocking? Wrong supply chain decisions can directly affect your bottom line. Yes, inventory management can be painful - especially if you’re not using the right tools. For small brands signing up for enterprise tools, it can feel like using a sledgehammer to a tiny nail or a bazooka to kill a single fly. Effective inventory planning is essential for businesses to balance customer demand, optimize cash flow, minimize costs, streamline operations, and adapt to market dynamics Learn w...
Jul 04, 2023•23 min
Amazon API provides businesses and developers with valuable resources, insights, and opportunities to enhance their offerings, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions in the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape. Amazon has multiple APIs, but how do you pick which is right for your business? Are you ready to commit to a developer? Let Scott and Will answer all those and more with this fun episode about how similar getting bad dates are to getting bad data. Episode Notes: 00:15 - Will ...
Jun 21, 2023•32 min
As an Amazon seller, it’s always beneficial to continuously find ways to reach more audience and increase visibility or discoverability. You want all the competitive advantage of gaining insights to target the right buyers and drive sales. In this episode, Scott is joined by Vince (Sir TACoS) Montero, an Amazon Ads Strategist and PPC consultant. You don’t want to miss on their juicy insights about the latest ad campaign trends, where Amazon is dedicating its resources, and a lot more. Episode No...
Jun 13, 2023•27 min
Gain valuable insights on the evolving Amazon landscape in 2023 and discover effective strategies to enhance your sales. In this episode, Scott provides an update on the changing dynamics, giving you options to maximize your business's growth and success. Learn the latest on brand acquisitions, editorials, what’s new with SmartScout, and the much-awaited, wholesale-focused Amazon Conference from AMZ United. 01:10 - Amazon aggregator SellerX acquired Elevate Brands 03:45 - Removal of On-Site Edit...
Jun 06, 2023•10 min
For Amazon businesses with complex software needs, there’s no one size fits all solution. Here’s where Custom Software Development comes in. Why do you need one? Should you turn to freelancers for building this custom software? Or pick an agency with a robust team that works with big Fortune 500 companies? Join Scott with his guest Jakob Wolitzki from Deltologic as they highlight the importance of hiring a professional team when building a custom dashboard for data visualization, monitoring, rep...
Jun 01, 2023•24 min
In today's rapidly evolving marketplace, your strategy as a seller must also keep up with the changes. Tune in for a fresh perspective as Alina Vlaic of AZ Rank unlocks the secrets behind her game-changing approach to market research and launch strategy. Learn the latest trends and techniques that reshape how products are researched and introduced. Allow your business to gain a competitive edge and reach its target audience more effectively. Episode Notes: 00:30 - Alina Vlaic Introduction 01:10 ...
May 23, 2023•26 min
If you’ve had success in the U.S. marketplace and are now aiming to go overseas, this episode is for you. Understand the Amazon Europe Ecosystem, the importance of buyer maturity, the challenges of the overseas marketplace, and how you can penetrate the European market fast with Scott and Stef van Boekel of Marketplace Distri. Episode Notes: 00:20 - Stef van Boekel Introduction 01:15 - What Is the Amazon Europe Ecosystem? 02:35 - Challenges of New Amazon Marketplaces 07:20 - Tackling Physical Pr...
May 16, 2023•21 min
Talk about a win-win situation. Publishers that can directly connect with brands to get paid more, and brands that can get more eyes on their products and boost their profit. Everyone is happy. Learn how sellers and publishers can partner up using this latest platform. Co-Founded by David Katz, Archer Affiliates is the gold standard of Affiliate Marketing for Amazon Brands. 00:25 - David Katz Introduction 01:20 - Where Archer Affiliates Was Born 04:15 - TikTok vs Traditional Publishers 05:40 - O...
May 09, 2023•27 min
We talk about why AMZ United will be the Amazon conference that you do not want to miss. It is one of a kind. You don't want to miss the action that will be in NYC on August 31st. It's an exciting announcement. Thank you everyone for making it all possible!
May 04, 2023•12 min
