Spitballing with Ecomm Elite

In the last episode, Chris started the discussion about Amazon Merch and what it is all about. In this episode, he covers some concerns about Merch that any new seller should consider.

Amazon Merch is the print on demand service now being offered by Amazon.com. There is probably no easier, faster and simpler way to get started selling online. There are positives to this platform and there are certainly negatives as well - we start the discussion in this episode.

I had the pleasure of speaking with Nathan Hirsh, founder of FreeeUp.com. Nathan realized the need for quality outsourcing help within the e-commerce/Internet marketing community and being a true entrepreneur... he found a need and filled it!Enjoy.

In this episode, Chris covers a topic that a great deal of 'gurus', experts, thought leaders and managers seem to forget. You are here for your customers - whomever that may be. Lead with the idea of service to your customers and your clients. Enjoy.

In this episode, Chris reviews the book Smarter, Faster, Better by Charles Duhigg. This is a fantastic follow up to The Power of Habit by the same author.Enjoy!

In this episode, Chris reviews the book The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg. Chris highly recommends this book as it speaks to why so many people try and fail at everything ranging from weight loss to business success to personal goals. The key to any goal setting and achievement is less so about the long-range planning as it is to the simple day to day habits that we all partake. Enjoy!

Todd reflects in a very honest and open way about what it's like to be confronted with people who feel that their success depends on someone other than themselves.   ****WARNING***** EXPLICIT LANGUAGE AND HONEST OPINIONS THAT MAY CAUSE A FRAGILE SNOWFLAKE TO MELT AND HIGH POTENTIAL FOR BUTT HURT IF YOU SUFFER FROM ENTITLEMENT THINKING!!

Live events and masterminds are a critically important part of building your business. I've had a change of heart on this topic over the last year and I discuss that in this episode.

Todd takes some time to discuss a contest the and Chris are into try and win a super hero costume, along with some other more serious bonuses, and brings us up to speed on some current projects.

Chris is in Providence RI attending a mastermind conference and networking with other Amazon sellers.  Todd takes the time to make a "VLOG", which is basically this podcast, but with video that can be see on YouTube at https://youtu.be/RMzqg27v0Eg  Just another way to get your daily dose of Todd and Chris.

Todd picks up a previous story thread involving the evil giant AT&T and how they ruined his business.  

There are no excuses, only conditions. And those aren't acceptable either.A strong statement for sure but one that I hold very near and dear to my heart.  In this episode the idea that there are zero excuses for failure and if that statement sounds crazy to you, listen up!

In this episode Todd talks about one of his favorite business ventures, how it came to be and why the David and Goliath challenge should be embraced and not feared.

Chris made a comment the other day that Todd wrote better podcast titles, so he took a LOT of liberty with this one.  Seriously though, Todd continues the story of his 900# business that started in his last podcast, plus other observations and the opening of new doors.

Listen along as Todd explains how an employee's embezzelment and a major disater in the making taught Todd some hard learned lessons.

Mindset is a broad concept and one that is hard to define. The next few episodes will deal specifically with your mindset, the mistakes some people make and specific ideas and strategies that you can implement right away. In this episode, Chris talks about two specific strategies for developing a mindset for success - finding your 'why' and a framework on which to base your success.   

After some discussion in the Ecomm Elite Facebook group about the how and why of working directly with manufacturers, Chris decided to cover the topic in some detail. In this episode you will learn that there is a very simple formula to follow in order to increase your chance of success with manufacturers and distributors.  Keep in mind that a manufacturer has one goal and it is actually right in line with yours. Listen to this episode to learn the best course of action when talking directly with a manufacturer of a product that you want to sell.

Todd laments about his jet lag, and the amazing day he had today with a new key employee teaching him about unsexy products, finding wholesale distributors and other key thoughts.

Todd and Chris attend the Yiwu Marketplace in China, and report to us from Shanghai, China about the experience.

In this episode, Todd tells the story of how he discovered a new business opportunity that generated millions of dollars for him, and how it applies to how he got to where he is today.

Todd picks up again on one of his previous backstories about his foray into real estate and what he learned there that helped mold his business future.

In this episode Chris covers why he feels business partnerships are a huge advantage and also covers some of the biggest pitfalls to avoid when starting a partnership. Also discussed is partnerships with family... stay away or not?  

In this episode Chris talks about the one thing that he did to finally break through and succeed in the online business space.  

Chris talks more about his background as well as the why/how he decided to forego a well-paying career in the corporate world for doing his own 'gig'.  

Todd has had his day in the sun so Chris takes some time to introduce himself and share some of his background.

Todd talks about attending the International Pet Expo and how we walked away with exclusive marketing agreements with a couple of manufacturers and more deals then he will ever be able to work.  

Todd finished up his business at the ASD show and flew the red eye to Orlando for the International Pet Expo.  

Todd will get back to his backstory shortly, but for now, he's headed off to Las Vegas for the twice a year ASD Show.  He has some thoughts about that and getting stuff done in general. Chris is still on vacation, but will be back soon.

Chris is still on vacation, so no one is around to control Todd and he takes the opportunity on this podcast to give some more backstory about how his earlier business ventures eventually led him to Ecommerce.

Ecomm Elite finally gets off their butt and kicks off their very first podcast, hosted by Todd.