Podcasts about amazon sellers

Amazon gets over half of all e-commerce activity, but there's a smaller platform that's actually growing faster than Amazon right now. It's Walmart.com - and they are welcoming resellers!   Today's guest is a Walmart.com expert who works for CrazyVendor.io (a great sponsor of our TheProvenConference.com event).   She's also helped 100s of brands get successful traction on Walmart.com.   Today we interview her to discuss: >Walmart reselling opportunities >Getting paid to help brands get onto Walmart >How to refer her brand clients that want to get on Walmart and get paid >How to rank very well on Walmart when setting up new listings/brands >How to get coaching from us on Walmart (SilentJim.com/bookacall)   Come meet Michal at TheProvenConference.com   Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "Are Walmart policies changing and maturing?" Use coupon code "MISTAKE" to get your first month of services for only $1 with Jeff and his team!   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/rubS__hf3ps   Show note LINKS:   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - There's a "Walmart Selling" basic training course included in your pac membership! Get all our great training modules for $39/month   TheProvenConference.com - Come meet Michal at TheProvenConference in Vegas Aug 25-27!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else   CrazyVendor.io - The multichannel software Michal talks about today   Today's guest: Michal Chapnick

Send us Fan Mail Steven Pope explains why Amazon sellers can see sales go up while profit keeps falling. Real sellers share what is happening to their margins as PPC costs, storage fees, and other Amazon expenses add up. He also talks about the risk of relying too much on Amazon, what the “Amazon tax” really means, and whether selling on Amazon is still worth the work. Watch the full video to hear what sellers are seeing right now and why higher revenue does not always mean more money in the bank.Book a coaching call with My Amazon Guy for help improving Amazon profit and growth: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonSeller #AmazonFBA #AmazonPPC #AmazonSales #AmazonBusinessWant free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Download the 2026 Amazon AI Operating Manual: https://bit.ly/3SLmusPAmazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps0:00 Why Amazon Profits Are Falling1:00 High Revenue, Low Net Profit1:31 The Risk of Relying Too Much on Amazon2:13 Is Selling on Amazon Still Worth It?-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVw Support the show

In this episode, host Josh interviews Mina Elias, a seven-figure Amazon seller and founder of The Trivium Group. Mina shares advanced strategies for Amazon PPC, emphasizing the integration of advertising with product optimization and the importance of main images, pricing, and reviews in boosting conversions. He discusses using custom analytics software, My Real Profit, to track key metrics, and stresses the need for continuous testing. Mina also shares his favorite book, productivity tools, and business inspirations, and offers listeners a free Amazon PPC audit through his agency.Chapters:Introduction to Mina Elias (00:00:00)Host introduces Mina, his background in supplements, Amazon PPC, and his achievements in the industry.Statistical Analysis & Analytics Tools (00:01:01)Discussion on using Google Sheets and custom analytics software for tracking PPC and sales data.Custom Software: My Real Profit (00:03:01)Mina explains their custom-developed analytics tool, My Real Profit, for streamlined data analysis.Main Image Optimization Tips (00:04:00)Mina shares what makes main images effective for conversion and how to showcase value propositions.Price Testing Insights (00:05:55)Analysis of how price changes can impact conversion rates and the importance of continuous testing.Three Key Takeaways for Amazon Sellers (00:07:49)Host summarizes actionable tips: integrate PPC with product optimization, optimize main images, and always test pricing.Centralized Analytics & Continuous Testing (00:10:30)Mina emphasizes the importance of a unified dashboard and ongoing, one-at-a-time testing.Most Influential Book: Who Not How (00:11:38)Mina discusses the impact of the book "Who Not How" on his mindset and business approach.Favorite Productivity Tool: Monday.com (00:13:09)Mina highlights Monday.com as a game-changing project and task management tool.Most Admired Figure: Grant Cardone (00:14:05)Mina explains why he admires Grant Cardone and lessons learned from his business approach.How to Connect & Free Audit Offer (00:15:32)Mina shares how listeners can reach him, learn more, and get a free Amazon PPC audit.Links and Mentions:Tools and Software  "Google Sheets": "00:01:28"  "Custom Analytics Software": "00:03:01"  "PickFu": "00:08:55"  "Monday.com": "00:13:09"  "Zapier": "00:13:25"  Websites  "Trivium Group (triviumco.com)": "00:15:32"  Books  "Who Not How by Dan Sullivan": "00:11:47"  "Be Obsessed or Be Average by Grant Cardone": "00:14:19"  Influential Figures  "Grant Cardone": "00:14:05"  Social Media  "Instagram (@theminaelias)": "00:15:32"  "LinkedIn (Mina Elias)": "00:15:32"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today I'm super excited to introduce you all to Mina. Mina is a multiple seven figure seller in the supplement industry. He's an investor, Amazon PPC expert, and the founder of the Tribune Group, an Amazon advertising agency. Mina excels at developing cutting edge supplements for different target audiences and combines his passion for supplements. His background in chemical engineering and chemistry, and his expertise in PPC to crush the competition on Amazon. He has spoken on every major stage in the Amazon industry, consulted over 400 brands, consulted three aggregators worth 1.2 billion combined, and has been on over 100 Amazon and e-commerce podcasts. To share his knowledge and continues to be a leader innovating the Amazon advertising space. His goal is to change the way people perceive Amazon PPC and empower them to take back, control and dominate their ads. So with that introduction, welcome to the show, Mina.Mina 00:00:59  Josh, thank you for having me. I'm excited man.Josh 00:01:01  Mina I'm also curious. I mean, you're talking about statistical analysis now, right? And not many Amazon sellers are known for their statistical analysis skills.Josh 00:01:11  where, like, are you doing all of this and just, you know, spreadsheets or Google Sheets or are you do you have a software that's helping, you know, run these numbers and statistically prove that this was a, you know, conclusive test? Yes. Swap it out.Mina 00:01:28  No, we we don't have any software. This is all standard. you know, I mean, this is all, like Google Sheets and stuff like that. We do have a software that. But all that software does is analytics software, and it shows us our PPC spend, our PPC sales, our total sales sessions, cost per session, cook rate, conversion rate, cost per click, and profit. Day by day across all of our different products. So having that view is really useful because you're no longer looking. you know, I was just talking to someone earlier, and, they use like a PVC software and stuff like that. And I'm like, show me how you're looking at things. And they're like really looking at like trends of conversion and trends of impressions.Mina 00:02:11  And I'm like, it's so hard for you to, you know, make a decision based on like looking looking at the data like that. So I think that's where our analytics software helps a lot is we can see the week on week changes and I can see, okay, the ad spend changed like increased by 10%. What happened to my sessions? What happened to my cost per session? What happened to my click through rate or my peak spend was the same week over week. I changed my main image. What happened to my click through rate week over week? Or like okay, here's all of the click through rates. Document them, here's all the sessions, document them, and then go look at like the you know, Google Sheets just do equals average and equals STD dev which is standard deviation. And then it gives you the average and standard deviation is.Josh 00:02:54  I love that. What software tool are you using to gather that data at a baseline right. On a daily basis.Mina 00:03:01  That's my real profit.Mina 00:03:02  So we did we did custom development. So if you want if you want to see our exact analytics, you know you can do it through us. They can sell it to you. It's because it's IP. But my real profit is amazing. And you know because of our size, like, you know, we have 130 something brands. So we decided to just custom develop everything that is like the most streamlined for us to be able to like see the data and very quickly take action.Josh 00:03:28  Yeah, yeah. Makes a lot of sense. I love that. All right, Mina, we've got just a few minutes left, but because you've statistically seen that the main image and price are your biggest needle movers for conversion rate. I'm curious if you can give us just some quick tips in terms of what type of images have you seen performing better than others, and is there kind of a general rule of thumb that you could point towards, although it may be kind of product specific, but any general rules of thumb of what continues to win?Mina 00:04:00  Yeah.Mina 00:04:00  Okay. I also want to say, like, I know I talked about the biggest needle movers. reviews. If you go from a four star to four and a half star, that's a massive needle mover, too. you know, obviously, if you're going from like 300 to 500 to 700 review, it's like a slow burn. But if you go from ...

Your TikTok Shop video just went viral. Congratulations. But now you're facing a stockout in four days, and your Amazon listing is right behind it. Neil Twa dives into why traditional inventory forecasting methods aren't cutting it anymore. Most operators still rely on outdated techniques, pulling the last 30 or 60 days of sales data, adding a buffer, and calling it a day. That approach is a recipe for disaster in today's multi-channel world. Neil shares a real-world example from a home goods brand making $30,000 to $50,000 a month on Amazon, but struggling to keep up with TikTok's demand spikes. He outlines three actionable moves to safeguard your inventory, whether you're just testing TikTok Shop or operating at scale. Get ready to rethink your strategy and protect your margins. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=epNone Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep-draft

Many Amazon sellers are eyeing Walmart Fulfillment Services as their golden ticket to higher profits. But Neil Twa is here to tell you why rushing in without doing the math could be a costly mistake. He breaks down the allure of lower fees and a new customer base, but warns that without a full financial analysis, you might end up with lower margins and unexpected customer service headaches. Neil shares a real-life example from a seller in the home goods category who jumped into Walmart Fulfillment Services and faced some unexpected challenges. Whether you're just starting out or managing a $1M/month operation, Neil's insights will help you make smarter decisions about expanding to new sales channels. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is here to ensure you're not just making a logistics decision, but a data-driven one. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=epNone Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep-draft

Can a $56 million verdict against eBay change how you run your Amazon brand? Absolutely. Neil Twa dives into the shocking harassment case that led to this massive payout and what it means for sellers at every level. This isn't just about eBay's executives targeting a small newsletter couple. It's a wake-up call for all ecommerce operators. Neil was reading the Financial Times and had to pause, realizing the implications for Amazon sellers. Whether you're making $10,000 or $500,000 a month, Neil breaks down three critical moves you need to make now. From auditing your competitive practices to ensuring you have the visibility to run a clean operation, this episode is packed with actionable insights. It's not just about avoiding a lawsuit; it's about building a brand with integrity. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is here to guide you through the complexities of ecommerce with real-world advice. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=epNone Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep-draft

The U.S. Senate's probe into potential Chinese manipulation in the ecommerce marketplace is sending ripples through the Amazon seller community. Most sellers are waiting to see what happens, but Neil Twa argues that's a mistake. Drawing from his 20+ years of experience, Neil breaks down why sitting on your hands could cost you. He shares a real-world example of a seller running a home goods brand making between $30,000 to $50,000 a month, and how they're preparing for potential regulatory changes. Neil outlines three critical moves sellers should make now to stay ahead of the curve. Don't wait for the dust to settle, audit your competitive landscape and get proactive. The operators who prepare now will have the upper hand when the regulatory picture becomes clearer. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=epNone Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep-draft

Send us Fan MailTikTok for Amazon sellers can use UGC to send low-cost external traffic to Amazon, grow brand searches, and turn short-form views into sales. The video explains TikTok marketing, influencer UGC, Amazon product launch traffic, and how outside sales can support Amazon SEO and conversion. It also reviews UGC ROI, content reuse, and the Age of Sage case study that moved weekly brand searches from about 100 to 5,000.Stop sending TikTok traffic to a listing that cannot close the sale, fix the full traffic-to-conversion plan here: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#TikTokUGC #AmazonSellers #AmazonMarketing #amazonsellertipsWant free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Download the 2026 Amazon AI Operating Manual: https://bit.ly/3SLmusPAmazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps0:00 – TikTok UGC for Amazon Sellers0:45 – Comparing TikTok UGC Costs and Amazon PPC1:19 – How Amazon Brands Can Start UGC at Scale2:03 – Age of Sage TikTok UGC Case Study3:04 – Should New Brands Start on TikTok or Amazon?3:51 – How Amazon Sales Improve Product Ranking4:48 – How TikTok UGC Drives Amazon Brand Searches5:43 – Reuse TikTok Videos for Amazon Ads6:25 – Turn Winning UGC Into Sponsored Display Video6:57 – Tracking TikTok Traffic to Amazon-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

Apply to work with me one-on-one: https://www.cleartheshelf.com/applyHe's done $6.5 million in Amazon sales. He quit a six-figure finance job in New York to do this full-time. And his thesis is that once you get to a certain point, an Amazon business becomes a logistics company. The margin isn't just in sourcing. It's in the supply chain.Sean Kaupp (@Stacksonsr) co-founded ShipVision, uses $1 million in private capital instead of credit cards, and says AWD saves him $2,500 to $7,000 a month in placement fees. Today we get into why he thinks wholesale has the smallest moat, why OA sellers doing $14 million a month prove the model scales, how FTL shipping cuts check-in time from three weeks to under 24 hours, and the order cancellation prevention stack most sellers don't know about.Chapters:00:00 - $6.5M on Amazon and the Logistics Thesis02:01 - COVID Masks to $180K Months on Shopify (Then $5K)05:00 - Suspended Before His First Sale (How He Got Back In)07:00 - Home Depot Gloves and the Amazon Lightbulb Moment10:00 - What ShipVision Actually Does (And Why He Built It)13:30 - $16K/Month for Unlimited Prep and Shipping15:00 - Why He Threw Away Every Box in the Warehouse18:56 - AWD: How He Skips $7K/Month in Placement Fees21:00 - Buy 1,000 Units, Not 100 (The Buy Box Network Effect)24:00 - $1M in Private Capital (Not Credit Cards, Not SBA)27:29 - Fundraising Is a Core Entrepreneurial Skill32:00 - "Wholesale Has the Smallest Moat"35:49 - "The Real Money Is in the Hidden Prices"41:08 - Why Walmart Is Not the Escape Hatch You Think46:00 - The Order Cancellation Prevention Stack48:00 - Stop Dreaming About Exiting. Start Compounding.Follow Sean:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seankaupp/Twitter: https://x.com/StacksonsrFollow Chris Grant:X/Twitter/Instagram: @cleartheshelf Newsletter: https://cleartheshelf.com/newsletterFollow Chris Racic:X/Twitter: @ChrisRacicNewsletter: https://oaleads247.com

Voice commerce has been the 'next big thing' for years, but most sellers haven't adapted. With Alexa now customizing shopping results, the real winners won't be those with the most products or the biggest ad budgets. Neil Twa breaks down why it's crucial to audit your listings for voice-readiness now, not next quarter. He shares insights from a supplements operator in the Voltage community, doing around $40,000 a month, who learned this lesson the hard way. Sellers at every level need to ask: if Alexa reads your listing, does it convert? Neil outlines three actionable moves to ensure your brand isn't left behind. The voice commerce shift is here, and messy data just got more expensive. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep337 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep337&learn_mcp=1

Amazon is selling its AI shopping tech to your competitors, and most operators are ignoring this shift at their own peril. Neil Twa dives into a Retail Dive article that reveals Amazon's strategy of offering its AI shopping assistant to other retailers, not just keeping it in-house. This move could impact your conversion rates if you don't adapt. Neil shares a real-world example of a mid-sized home goods brand that faced similar challenges. With a solid SKU count and decent margins, they had to rethink their customer engagement strategies. Neil outlines three critical moves for sellers: audit your customer data beyond Amazon Ads, use every touchpoint outside of Amazon, and prepare for the influx of decisions every new AI tool brings. This episode is a wake-up call for sellers at every level. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is here to guide you through these changes. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep334 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep334&learn_mcp=1

Sean Stone of Spillover Commerce joins Mike to explain why most Amazon sellers fail when they try Meta ads and the fix: anchor your first campaign to a real event, not a generic sale. They break down a live case study: a Father's Day push that turned $8K in ad spend into $38K in sales for a brand whose Shopify site normally got 10 visitors a day. Topics include the offer ingredients you need, reverse-engineering winning ads from the Facebook Ad Library, avoiding creative fatigue, and building a year-round holiday calendar for your product. We'll see you in The PPC Den!

Why are so many Amazon sellers ignoring Walmart Marketplace? Neil Twa dives into this overlooked opportunity on The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast. While most operators are focused on crowded Amazon listings, Walmart Marketplace is quietly evolving into a lucrative channel. One community member, running a home goods brand, saw her $40,000 a month Amazon sales plateau. By auditing her top ten Amazon SKUs for Walmart eligibility, she unlocked new growth. Neil shares three actionable moves to capitalize on Walmart's potential, starting with a SKU audit this week. Don't let Amazon fees eat your margins while a second channel sits untapped. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep333 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep333&learn_mcp=1

Send us Fan MailIn this video, I audit an Amazon listing to show you how pro sellers design main images that convert by using the "main image hack," identifying high-volume keywords like "Acacia wood cutting board set," and optimizing for mobile shoppers with high-contrast elements and strategic banners. You'll learn why over-branding can hurt your click-through rate, how to navigate keyword differences for international marketplaces, and how to use competitive analysis to ensure your listing stands out in search results. For even more expert strategies on scaling your Amazon business, Book a call at My Amazon Guy and let's grow your brand together! https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonSeller#AmazonBusiness #SellerCentral #AmazonSelling #AmazonB2BWant free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Download the 2026 Amazon AI Operating Manual: https://bit.ly/3SLmusPAmazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps00:00 - Why add business certifications to your Amazon profile?00:18 - Where to find B2B Certifications in Seller Central00:46 - Exploring certification types: Minority, Women, & Small Business01:01 - Deep dive: How Section 889 certification increases sales01:38 - Step-by-step: Applying via SupplierGATEWAY01:55 - Applying directly vs. through Amazon02:18 - Navigating the Small Business registration section02:35 - Application walkthrough: ID requirements & review process02:47 - The benefit of the Amazon Business profile badge-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

Send us Fan MailAmazon main image optimization helps listings earn more clicks through clear text, stronger contrast, and mobile-friendly product images. This video covers Amazon product image SEO, keyword placement, readable sizing, packaging details, and image choices that support higher CTR. It also explains how sellers can review competitor images, improve listing clarity, and make product details easier to understand in search results.Stop letting unclear product images cost clicks, get a direct listing review and a clear action plan: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonMainImage #AmazonListingOptimization #amazonfba Want free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps00:00 – How to Clarify an Amazon Main Image00:40 – Cutting Board Keywords for Australia01:19 – Mobile Text, Color Contrast, and Sizes01:55 – Comparing Competing Amazon Main Images-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

In this episode, host Josh interviews Ritu Java, CEO of PPC Ninja, about effective Amazon PPC management. Ritu shares insights on healthy PPC-to-organic sales ratios, TACoS benchmarks, and the importance of budgeting based on net margin. She cautions about the complexities of sponsored display ads and stresses the need for regular account audits. Ritu also recommends The Goal by Eli Goldratt, highlights ChatGPT as a productivity tool, and suggests following Kevin King for e-commerce insights. The episode concludes with Ritu offering a free PPC audit and sharing her contact details.Chapters:Introduction & Guest Background (00:00:00)Josh introduces Ritu Java, her background, and expertise in Amazon PPC and e-commerce.Healthy PPC to Organic Sales Ratios (00:00:58)Discussion on what constitutes a healthy PPC to organic sales ratio, with examples from different product categories.TACoS Benchmarks & Profitability (00:03:04)Explains TACoS (Total Advertising Cost of Sales), how it changes over time, and guidelines for setting targets.Calculating Net Margin and TACoS (00:06:07)Breakdown of how to calculate net margin, relevant costs, and what a reasonable TACoS percentage looks like.Budgeting and PPC Management Takeaways (00:08:08)Three actionable takeaways: budgeting for PPC, being cautious with sponsored display ads, and performing regular account audits.Book Recommendation: The Goal (00:11:26)Ritu recommends "The Goal" by Eliyahu Goldratt and explains its impact on understanding business bottlenecks.Productivity Tool Recommendation: ChatGPT (00:13:14)Ritu shares ChatGPT as her favorite productivity tool and describes how she uses it, especially for Google Sheets formulas.E-commerce Influencer Recommendation (00:15:09)Ritu recommends following Kevin King for his innovative ideas and influence in the e-commerce space.How to Connect with Ritu Java (00:16:23)Ritu shares how listeners can contact her for audits, masterminds, and follow her content online.Episode Wrap-up (00:16:48)Josh thanks Ritu for her time and insights, closing the episode.Links and Mentions:Tools and Software  "PPC Ninja": "00:00:50"  "ChatGPT": "00:13:14"  "Google Sheets": "00:14:05"  Books  "The Goal by Eli Goldratt": "00:11:31"  People  "Kevin King": "00:15:09"  Contact Information  "Email (ritu@ppcninja.com)": "00:16:23"  "LinkedIn (Ritu Java)": "00:16:23"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  So today I'm super excited to introduce you all to Ritu Java. Ritu has started her e-commerce journey as an Etsy seller over ten years ago. She is the CEO of PPC Ninja, a software tools and services provider managing Amazon ads for six, seven, and eight figure brands. As someone who is really passionate about data science and advertising, Ritu has dozens of PPC mastermind programs, workshops, and webinar and has even trained hundreds of Amazon sellers on PPC. She has shared her knowledge on over 100 podcasts, webinars, blogs and conferences including the Prosper Show, Global Sources Summit, Powwow, the Billion Dollar Seller Summit, and many more. So with that introduction, Ritu, welcome to the show.Ritu 00:00:50  Josh, thank you so much for having me. I am super excited to be here and to talk all about PPC today.Josh 00:00:58  What is what would you recommend from the hundreds of accounts that you viewed. The sellers that are using your platform and software. What do you see right now is a healthy balance of PPC sales to organic sales for an established brand.Ritu 00:01:14  Yeah, and I think it's very dependent on the category. Some categories are so saturated that 60, 40, 60 PPC and 40% organic is becoming the norm. For example, just to give you an example from the pet space just so crowded, like especially if you're, you know, selling any kind of like, dog toys or, you know, pet products and things like that. there's so much competition there that, you know, 50 to 60% coming from ads is pretty normal. Like, there's no chance you can compete with mainland Chinese brands with just organic. They've already got 20,000 reviews and more like, how can you, you know, how can you even compete? Begin to compete with that, right? So the ads become your only way, your only chance of being seen. And that leads to the 6040 ratio. But in some of the other categories where it's a little bit more, you know, difficult for anyone to imitate you or to provide services that, you know, require human, you know, intensive work like support or whatever, like after the fact, it's probably still okay to get like 40% from, ads and 60% from organic.Ritu 00:02:37  So let's say research heavy products or products that require or have a good margin. Right? Have a good margin, that are not so easy to imitate those categories. You're still seeing quite a healthy ratio. So it totally depends on the category. I would recommend just making a note of that number today and just watching it over time. Because just baseline it and then you'll see whether it's going up or down.Josh 00:03:04  Yeah that's good input. And on that note, while we're talking about metrics, what do you see as a healthy tacos percentage for an established brand. And I'm sure it changes based on what category you're in. For sure, if you're supplements, you're playing a much longer term game and you're playing on subscriptions and repeat customers. But let's say for an average brand, right, that has, you know, one time customers more often than not. What do you think is kind of the ballpark tacos number to ensure that they're they're healthy and competitive across the board?Ritu 00:03:39  Yeah. So that's such a great question.Ritu 00:03:41  Really $1 million question. So okay, here's what I think of tacos. Now your tacos is going to be different at different stages of your journey. So you know when you are starting off your tacos, needs to be competitive with the market. You can't be looking at tacos as a profitability metrics. It's more of like, what's the maximum I can afford to spend in order to get this business off the ground? But then as time progresses and you start to see, you know, revenue coming in, flywheels working, everything is going fine. Then you start to tweak the, you know, the tacos target a little bit to kind of make it more profitable. so I think, it's a kind of, it's a calculation that I, look for at three points. So I look at spend. I look at revenue and I look at profits. Right. So initially, when you're just starting off, you know, even the smallest amount of spend will result in a drop in profits. You know, you're starting off.Ritu 00:04:54  You're spending money on ads. All of that is eating into your profits. But at a certain point the the spend as you increase your ad spend, it's actually going to generate revenue for you. Right. So what's the sweet spot when those two lines kind of cross over? that's the target tacos that is going to shift with, with, you know, the maturity of your of your account. So, we do say that the guideline is we don't want to spend more than 50% of net margin for your for your advertising. So I guess if you can keep that just general rule of thumb in mind, you should be fine. so no more than 50% of net margin. eventually you want...

When Walmart builds a global flywheel like Amazon's, and you're only selling on one platform, you're at risk. Neil Twa dives into why ignoring Walmart's structural shift is a mistake for ecommerce operators. He shares the story of David, who was doing $30,000 a month on Amazon with six SKUs, and how expanding to Walmart changed his business. Neil outlines three critical moves to prepare your catalog for Walmart, emphasizing immediate action. This episode is a must-listen for sellers at every level who want to stay competitive in a multi-platform world. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep317 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep317&learn_mcp=1

When does your Amazon account stop being a hobby and start being a real business? You decide. And most operators wait too long to make that call. Neil Twa breaks down the mindset shift from hobbyist to business operator on The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast. Take Ashley, for example. Her journey isn't about rags-to-riches but a shift in mindset. She came in with a medical-grade scar care brand and turned it into a real business by changing her decision-making process. Whether you're making $5,000 a month or $500,000, the scale changes, but the logic does not. Neil shares three moves that work at any level: audit your decision-making, not just your metrics. If you're drowning in tabs trying to manage it all, this episode is for you. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep316 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep316&learn_mcp=1 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep316&learn_mcp=1

Second upload with tech issues on the first -    The three challenges we see newer (and many experienced sellers) facing are:   Ungating challenges Sourcing 1,000s of great ASINs at a time Finding the "gold" in your large list of ASINs   If you can solve these three challenges, you have a profitable Amazon reselling business. We've seen the pattern OVER and OVER again and you've heard it on our podcast!   Today we are excited to break down these three challenges and show you that they've all been SOLVED! We have a three-day workshop coming up soon (virtual/recorded) that will get you details and step-by-step strategies for each of these three hurdles.   Get into this bootcamp NOW (sooner is better) and get started today! Details here: SilentJim.com/bootcamp   Also – plan to join us in Las Vegas in August for our live event! Thousands of Amazon sellers and ecommerce warriors on location at the largest trade show of the year with a million products and dozens of wholesalers. It's going to be incredible!   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/jfQRWupwmH8?si=LGC_R25I1RUj8Uhb   Show note LINKS:   SilentJim.com/bootcamp  Jimmy Smith's 3 Day workshop!   TheProvenConference.com August 25-27th TheProvenConference.com/scholarship Pre-event one day "laptops open" workshop: TheProvenConference.com/mbw   ProvenAmazonCourse.com The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!        

Why are you using AI-generated people in your ads if you have no idea what disclosure laws already apply to you? New York State's new AI ad law could cost you thousands if you're not careful. Neil Twa breaks down what most operators miss about this law. Many sellers, especially those managing $40K to $80K a month, are unaware of the compliance risks. Neil shares a real conversation with a health and wellness brand operator facing these challenges. He offers three actionable moves to protect your business: audit your creative library, ensure compliance, and safeguard your margins. Sellers at every level need to be proactive, not reactive. Full transparency, this isn't just legal talk, it's about keeping your business safe and profitable. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep315 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep315&learn_mcp=1

The three challenges we see newer (and many experienced sellers) facing are:   Ungating challenges Sourcing 1,000s of great ASINs at a time Finding the "gold" in your large list of ASINs   If you can solve these three challenges, you have a profitable Amazon reselling business. We've seen the pattern OVER and OVER again and you've heard it on our podcast!   Today we are excited to break down these three challenges and show you that they've all been SOLVED! We have a three day workshop coming up soon (virtual/recorded) that will get you details, step by step strategies for each of these three hurdles.   Today we discuss these challenges and the strategies that overcome them all with Jimmy Smith.   Show note LINKS:   SilentJim.com/bootcamp   TheProvenConference.com August 25-27th TheProvenConference.com/scholarship Pre-event one day "laptops open" workshop: TheProvenConference.com/mbw   ProvenAmazonCourse.com The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!        

When AI outperforms sixteen law professors, what does that mean for the Amazon seller still crafting product listings by hand? It means you're already behind. Neil Twa, host of The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast, dives into the rapid shift in ecommerce tools. With over 20 years in the industry, Neil shares a conversation with an operator making $30,000 a month, revealing the urgent need to adapt. Full transparency: AI isn't a choice anymore. It's a necessity. Neil breaks down three actionable moves to audit and optimize your current AI usage. Don't wait until next quarter. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep310 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep310&learn_mcp=1 See your Amazon numbers in one place and protect your margins with Caiman Data at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep310&learn_mcp=1

When Carter's, a major player in the retail space, files for $130 million in tariff refunds, it's a wake-up call for every Amazon operator. Neil Twa dives into what this means for your import costs. With Carter's reporting $681 million in net sales for Q1 and a 7.7% drop in net income, the stakes are clear. Neil shares insights from a conversation with an operator earning $30,000 to $80,000 monthly, highlighting the importance of auditing your landed costs. Tariff exposure isn't just a big-company issue; it's a critical cost structure problem for all operators. Tune in to learn three actionable steps to protect your margins. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is here to help you navigate these challenges. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep307 Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep307

Most Amazon sellers have never done a full settings audit. Not once. So when something breaks, and it will break, the question isn't why did Amazon do this. It's why didn't you catch it first. Neil Twa, host of The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast, breaks down the critical mistakes that could drain your cash flow. With over 20 years in ecommerce and running Amazon brands since 2012, Neil shares insights from a mid-level operator making $40,000 to $80,000 a month. Their margins were slipping due to overlooked settings. Neil outlines three actionable moves to audit your settings in the next seven days. This isn't just for the big players. Sellers at every level can benefit from these insights. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep306 Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep306

Most Amazon operators treat TikTok and Walmart like a backup plan, but ignoring these platforms could cost you 119% growth. Neil Twa breaks down why relying solely on Amazon is a single point of failure. He shares insights from a company that's thriving by diversifying across all three platforms. Neil recalls a conversation with a community member who was making $30,000 a month on Amazon with eight SKUs and solid margins. The key takeaway? Expanding to Walmart Marketplace and using TikTok isn't optional if you want to keep up. Whether you're doing $5,000 or $500,000 a month, these moves are crucial. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep304 Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com: https://voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep304

TikTok Shop has exploded in Mexico, growing 34 times in just eight months. That's not a glitch, it's a goldmine. Neil Twa dives into why most Amazon sellers are missing out on this untapped market. He shares insights from an operator named Marcus, who runs a mid-sized home goods brand making $40,000 to $60,000 a month on Amazon US. Marcus is eyeing TikTok Shop Mexico, and Neil breaks down the steps to take advantage of this opportunity. From auditing whether your product category travels to understanding the cultural nuances, Neil guides sellers at every level on how to tap into this booming platform. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is your source for real-world ecommerce strategies. Ready to audit your AI readiness? Take the free 5-question assessment: voltagedm.com/aiquiz?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep294 Get the complete Almost Automated Income Blueprint for $27 at voltagedm.com/blueprint: https://voltagedm.com/blueprint?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep294

Prime Day 2026 dates have officially been announced, deadlines are shifting, and Keyword Tracker now lets you sync rankings across marketplace time zones. We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's Senior Brand Evangelist, Shivali Patel. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Get ready for Amazon Prime Day: June 23–26 https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHSFNHUU5XMjNRRlRHMjRO Prime Day 2026 deal deadline extended to June 9 https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHQ1FYQjI2UDQ2NkdXSENI New Feature Alert! Helium 10 rolled out a new marketplace-based time zone selector in Keyword Tracker, helping global sellers and agencies analyze ranking movement, keyword trends, heat maps, and historical data with clearer regional context. The update makes Keyword Tracker more accurate and scalable for teams managing Amazon performance across multiple marketplaces and time zones. Get inventory in stock faster with AGL Preferred Routing https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHQlEzQVJUS0FCVEpHU1cz Amazon launches Prime in South Africa for under $4 a month https://www.reuters.com/business/media-telecom/amazon-launches-prime-south-africa-under-4-month-2026-06-03/ In episode 527 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Shivali talks about: 00:00 - Introduction 00:41 - Prime Day Dates Announced! 4-Day Mega Event Incoming 01:10 - Deal Deadline Extended to June 9. Cash in! 03:16 - Keyword Tracker Now Syncs Rankings to YOUR Marketplace Time Zone 06:12 - New Amazon Routing Boosts Seller Revenue 13.6% 08:42 - Tracking Advertising on Product Pages Using Xray 10:25 - Prime Lands in South Africa for Under $4/Month

Amazon upgrades customer service to better support sellers, new AI-powered sponsored brands collections, and Walmart Q1 sales grow more than 20%. These and more buzzing news on this week's episode! We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's Manager of Education and Strategy, Carrie Miller. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Upgrades to Customer Service by Amazon help sellers save time and reduce refunds https://sell.amazon.com/blog/announcements/upgrades-to-customer-service-by-amazon New Feature Alert! Helium 10's new Category Reviews and Returns feature uses Amazon's official Selling Partner API to display category-level review topics and return reasons, helping sellers understand what customers like and dislike, and why products are being returned. Sellers can use these insights during product research or listing optimization to compare them with top-category products, identify major pain points, and reduce returns before they become a bigger issue. Scale product discovery with AI-powered Sponsored Brands collections https://advertising.amazon.com/en-us/resources/whats-new/sponsored-brands-collections/ Walmart online sales in Q1 grow more than 20% for fifth straight quarter https://www.digitalcommerce360.com/article/walmart-online-sales/ Protect your shipments from U.S. Customs holds with AGL https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHRFpHSEZNMkRHSEFNUEtC Walmart, Instacart, and others see ecommerce delivery race as a revenue opportunity https://www.emarketer.com/content/walmart-instacart-stord-ecommerce-delivery-race-revenue-opportunity Before we wrap up, one last thing for all of you getting ready for Prime Day. We have a Prime Day Prep Checklist that's packed with ideas, strategies, and action items to help you make this your biggest Prime Day yet.   We'll drop the link below so you can download it, go through the checklist, and start optimizing while there's still time. Whether it's your listings, keywords, promotions, inventory, or advertising strategy, this checklist is designed to help you get prepared and maximize your sales during one of the biggest shopping events of the year. Get the Prime Day Prep Checklist: https://pages.helium10.com/2026-prime-day-checklist    That's all we have for this week's Weekly Buzz. Thanks so much for watching, and we'll see you again next week to see what's buzzin'.   In episode 525 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Carrie talks about: 00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - Amazon Upgrades Customer Service 02:59 - See Why Customers are Returning Products Before They Hurt Your Business 11:24 - New AI-Powered Sponsored Brands Collections 13:08 - Walmart Online Sales Continue to Grow 15:14 - TikTok Product Finder & Hot Videos Tool 18:45 - Protect Shipments from US Customs Holds with AGL 21:01 - The Delivery Speed Race is On Enjoy this episode? Want to be able to ask questions to Leo Sgovio live in a small group with other 7 and 8-figure Amazon sellers?  Join the Helium 10 Elite Mastermind and get quarterly workshops, monthly training, and networking calls with Leo at h10.me/elite Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our podcast!

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Your shipping bill just went up. Again. USPS cost increases are hitting Amazon sellers hard, and if you're not paying attention, it could eat into your margins. Neil Twa breaks down why setting your shipping cost once and forgetting it is a mistake. Meet two sellers: both on Amazon, both facing rising costs, but with very different outcomes. One is a small operator in home goods, pulling in $18,000 a month. The other? A larger player, but both need to adapt. Neil shares three actionable moves to manage these increases. Start by auditing your actual shipping cost per unit this week. Full transparency: this isn't just for the $10M operators. It's for every seller, from $5K to $1M+ a month. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is all about managing your numbers with precision. Ready to audit your AI readiness? Take the free 5-question assessment — voltagedm.com/aiquiz?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep280

Learn how Claude can help Amazon sellers organize workflows, automate tasks, improve keyword research, build smarter systems, and save time in business and life. AI is no longer just a tool for writing quick prompts or brainstorming ideas. In this episode of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley Sutton sits down with Andrew Bell and Zoe Lu to explore how Amazon sellers can use Claude to organize their business, simplify daily tasks, and create repeatable systems that save serious time. Bradley opens by sharing his own failed attempt at using Claude for a presentation, proving an important point: AI is only as good as the context, instructions, and structure you give it.   Andrew breaks down what makes Claude different from a basic chatbot experience. He explains how Claude Chat, Claude Co-Work, Claude Code, skills, sub-agents, and scheduled tasks can help sellers move from simple conversations to actual workflows. For Amazon sellers, this can mean pulling keyword data, organizing it into Excel, mapping search intent, building product truth cards, judging keyword relevance, and even using Claude to support listing optimization, PPC planning, and product research.   Zoe then brings the conversation back to a beginner-friendly level by explaining how sellers can get started. Her advice is to install the desktop app, use Claude Co-Work, create a “brain” folder with personal and business context, connect the tools you already use, and turn repeated tasks into projects, schedules, dashboards, or skills. From managing calendars and emails to organizing files, creating daily briefs, analyzing customer feedback, or preparing for meetings, Claude becomes more powerful when it understands your goals and connects with your workflow.   The biggest takeaway is that Amazon sellers do not need to become AI experts overnight, but they do need to start building AI into their operations. Claude can help reduce busywork, organize messy information, create smarter processes, and uncover insights faster when used correctly. For sellers who want to stay competitive, the opportunity is not just using AI once in a while, but building repeatable systems that help them work faster, think more clearly, and grow smarter. In episode 524 of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley, Andrew, and Zoe discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 02:58 - Claude Vs. ChatGPT: What Amazon Sellers Should Know 04:33 - Claude Chat, Co-Work, And Code Explained 08:31 - Using Claude Skills Like Repeatable SOPs 12:49 - Turning Keyword Research Into Excel Workflows 16:18 - Product Truth Cards And Keyword Relevance Checks 19:02 - Helium 10 MCP And Faster AI Workflows 20:12 - Simple Life Automation Ideas With Claude 25:59 - Zoe's Beginner Guide To Getting Started 29:02 - Building A “Brain” Folder For Better Outputs 35:23 - Tasks, Projects, Scheduled Agents, And Dashboards 42:31 - Q&A: Helium 10 Claude Connector, Agents, And Claude Workflows

Here's a number that should grab your attention: $175 billion. That's the estimated amount in tariff refunds the U.S. government may owe American businesses. Neil Twa, your host on The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast, breaks down how Amazon sellers can reclaim their share. With the CBP's Claims and Processing Engine (CAPE) now accepting refund requests, the opportunity is ripe. Whether you're a seller just starting out or managing a $1M+/month operation, understanding the mechanics of this refund process is crucial. Neil paints two pictures: one of a seller doing $10K/month and another at $100K/month. The same opportunity lands differently based on your scale. With 56,000 importers already registered, many Amazon sellers who qualify haven't filed yet. Neil lays out three actionable moves: start by pulling your import records from 2018-2020. Don't leave money on the table. Ready to audit your AI readiness? Take the free 5-question assessment — voltagedm.com/aiquiz?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep276

In episode 159 of The Side Hustle Experiment Podcast  John (https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleexperiment/ ) and Drew (https://www.instagram.com/realdrewd/) talk with Al Carlton.Al is the founder of SellerAmp. He shares his journey from Amazon affiliate to SaaS entrepreneur. Discover how his technical background and innovative use of technology created one of the biggest softwares in the Amazon space.Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the bell so you don't miss future episodes with top entrepreneurs and creators.Chapters00:00 – Intro + Meet the Founder of SellerAmp 02:00 – How Al Carlton Got Started Online 25+ Years Ago 04:15 – From Amazon Affiliate to Amazon Seller 06:10 – The Burnout That Led to SellerAmp 07:40 – How SellerAmp Got Its First 100 Customers 09:15 – Why Word-of-Mouth Beat Paid Advertising 11:00 – How SellerAmp Decides What Features to Build 12:35 – How AI Is Changing Software Development 15:00 – Will AI Replace Developers & Amazon Sellers? 16:40 – Growing SellerAmp From a Side Project to a Team 18:10 – Biggest Challenges Building a SaaS Company 20:10 – Selling Physical Products vs Running Software 27:15 – Why Most Amazon Sellers Fail 29:10 – Scaling From Solo Founder to CEO 31:45 – Al's Daily Routine & Work Habits 34:30 – The Future of SellerAmp + New Features Coming 37:00 – Angel Investing, SaaS Acquisitions & New Ventures 39:00 – The Hidden Skill Behind Great SaaS Founders 49:00 – Hiring Employees Earlier Changed Everything 56:00 – Can AI Build the Next SellerAmp? 01:00:00 – Final Advice for Entrepreneurs & SaaS Founders#makemoneyonline #sidehustleexperimentpodcast #sidehustles Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleexperimentpodcast/ Listen on your favorite podcast platformYoutube: https://bit.ly/3HHklFOSpotify: https://spoti.fi/48RRKcPApple: https://apple.co/4bmaFOk Check out Drew's StuffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/realdrewdTwitter: https://twitter.com/DrewFBACheck out John's StuffInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sidehustleexperiment/Twitter: https://twitter.com/SideHustleExp FREE ResourcesFREE Guide: How to Make Money Reviewing Products https://bit.ly/3HIGFSP

AI is here and it's changing Amazon reselling fast by making it possible to know which products you should be selling at any given time! You've heard us talking a lot lately about the NEW way to do Amazon reselling that allows you to track not just dozens or hundreds of products for purchase timing and profitability, but hundreds or even tens of thousands or more products (ASINs). Today we meet with the creator of 3PMercury.com software that has revolutionized and injected AI into the strategy of 100s of Amazon resellers, forever changing the way they are approaching Amazon selling.   We talk about the latest automations and excitedly announce the new shipping features that are coming soon! Now is the time to lock in your lifetime rate on this software before the price goes up to all new users later!   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/WQVh3AUwbQs   Show note LINKS:   SilentJim.com/ai - Free training webinar   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   3pmercury.com/friends - The best price on 3PMercury   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!  

In this episode, host Josh interviews entrepreneur Rolando Rosas about his journey from office technology to Amazon selling and founding Circuit Com. Rolando shares his advanced PPC strategy, using a year's worth of sales data and heat maps to optimize Amazon ad scheduling for better ROAS. He offers practical tips for sellers: enhance product images, respond to customer questions with videos, and use data tools like Seller Labs Data Hub to identify peak buying times. Rolando encourages starting small with data-driven ad adjustments to boost efficiency and sales.Chapters:Introduction to Rolando Rosas and His Journey (00:00:00)Josh introduces Rolando, his entrepreneurial background, and the founding of Global Tech Worldwide and Circuit Com.Podcast Sound Effects and Stream Deck Tips (00:01:15)Rolando shares his experience setting up podcast sound effects and encourages using a stream deck.Introduction to Innovative Amazon PPC Strategy (00:01:38)Josh prompts Rolando to share his unique PPC strategy, setting the stage for the main discussion.Data-Driven Ad Scheduling and Heat Maps (00:02:13)Rolando explains using 12 months of order data and Seller Labs Data Hub to create heat maps for ad scheduling.Key Insights from Data: Golden Hours and Days (00:02:59)Discovery of optimal times and days for ads, including patterns like low Friday evening and weekend sales.Challenging Weekend Ad Spend Myths (00:04:12)Rolando debunks the idea that weekends are best for ads, showing most sales occur Monday–Friday.Impact on ROAS and Sales Performance (00:06:03)Discussion of improved ROAS and sales by focusing ad spend on high-performing days and times.Layering Day Parting and Low Bid Strategies (00:07:02)Exploring advanced ad scheduling, including low bid strategies during off-peak hours.Manual vs. Automated Campaign Management (00:08:31)Rolando discusses the manual nature of their current process and the use of portfolio grouping for easier management.Leveraging Seller Labs Data Hub for Insights (00:09:36)How to use Seller Labs Data Hub for actionable business insights, even for non-data experts.The Importance of Data Science and AI for Sellers (00:10:53)Emphasizing the future role of data analytics and AI in Amazon selling success.Three Actionable Takeaways for Amazon Sellers (00:11:56)Josh summarizes three key takeaways: main image optimization, customer Q&A engagement, and data-driven ad scheduling.Encouragement to Start Small and Test Strategies (00:15:20)Advice to implement changes gradually, testing on a few campaigns or SKUs before scaling.Closing Remarks and Appreciation (00:16:18)Josh and Rolando wrap up the episode, express mutual appreciation, and end the conversation.Links and Mentions:Tools and Websites"Global Teck Worldwide": "00:00:00""Seller Labs Data Hub": "00:02:59""Google Sheets": "00:10:08"Strategies and Concepts"Day Parting": "00:02:13""Heat Map": "00:02:59"Actionable Takeaways"Adjust Main Images": "00:11:56""Respond to Customer Questions": "00:12:07"Transcript:Josh 00:00:00  Today I'm super excited to introduce you all to Rolando Rosas. Rolando never could have predicted that a college computer, a printer, and an old school wall phone in his kitchen would lead him down the path of entrepreneurship. But that's exactly how it happened. In 2002, he founded Global Tech Worldwide with the goal of making it easy for businesses to use the right office technologies for better and frictionless customer interactions that help businesses elevate their customer interactions and turn them into rich, meaningful discussions. Fast forward to today, and after spending ten years selling on Amazon, he is on his third startup circuit. Com because he was frustrated with the lack of transparency and outdated methods of buying broadband, wireless and fiber internet for small and medium sized businesses. So with that introduction, welcome to the show, Rolando.Rolando 00:00:53  Woo! Woo woo woo woo. Woo woo. Let me try. Let me try.Josh 00:00:56  Hey, there you go. Hey.Rolando 00:00:57  There we go.Josh 00:00:58  You got the audio work?Rolando 00:00:59  I got it, I got it I got him to work.Josh 00:01:02  Rolando has his own podcast and we recorded an episode last week I was on, I was in the reverse side. I was the guest there. And that I told you, Rolando, I love the sound effects that you have going on in your podcast.Rolando 00:01:15  You know what? I'm here. You know what? Go get a stream deck, go get it and call me, and I'll help you set it up. Because it took me a while. I left it in the box for quite some time before I actually started using it, because I was a little intimidated. I'm not an Avi guy or anything like that, but, you know, I was like, all right, let me add one, two, three. And I was like, ooh. And now I've got a couple of those buttons set up for it.Josh 00:01:38  I love it, I love it. All right, Rolando, there's another really wicked smart strategy that I want you to share with our audience that you shared with me prior to hitting the record button.Josh 00:01:48  And this is your amazing PPC strategy that I have never heard anybody else talk about this other than yourself. everybody's always heard of de parting, right? And that's kind of the new hot PPC term, but this isn't Dave Harding. This is something, I think, even more intelligent than what De parting is. So I've laid out the red carpet for you there, Rolando. Give us the gold nugget.Rolando 00:02:13  Yeah, right. So de parting is just simply ad scheduling. You know, run an ad on a schedule. Nothing new there. But what if. Chad. Chad, I was just talking to Chad. What if Josh. We could map or have ads show up when we have our ideal customers on Amazon? How can we do that? Can we pull it off? And can we save money while we're doing that? That's really what we wanted to find out. Turns out there is a way to do it. Not easy, not clean. But there was. So we went and pulled data from our orders for 12 months, and we used, Seller Labs product that they have or service that's called Data Hub.Rolando 00:02:59  and it pulled in all that data, right? It's our own data. So we didn't have to do all these crazy reports from Amazon. Pulled it all in. Once they pulled that in I said, wait a minute, guys. I'm not a mathematician here. This is just a spreadsheet with a bunch of numbers. Can we do something better? So then we put together something that anybody could easily use in the organization. We put together a heat map so that you can visually see the data. And, you know, dark green means good, red is bad. And guess what? We found golden hours every day of the week. Also golden months also patterns within those months. For example summertime for our products which are mostly office related products. After 4 p.m. on a Friday, we've virtually had no orders on the summer months. So if I'm a betting man, Why would I run PPC after 4 p.m. if we're not getting any orders? Another one was when? on the weekends, you hear people say this all the time.Rolando 00:04:12  And now that I have the data for our stuff, I know it's totally wrong. You got to run ads on Saturday and Sunday because people browse Saturday and Sunday and buy on Monday. The evidence does not hold that up in our case, because in our case, most of our activity, nearly 85 to 90% of the purchases c...

Send us Fan MailStaring at ACOS alone can make Amazon sellers miss the bigger PPC picture fast.Kevin Sanderson explains why Amazon sellers should not focus on only ACOS, TACOS, profit, or market share when making PPC decisions. He shows how each metric tells part of the story and why watching the full picture can help sellers avoid bad ad choices.Get help from My Amazon Guy to grow your Amazon sales. https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonPPC #AmazonAds #AmazonSeller #ACOS #TACOSWant free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps00:02 - ACOS, TACOS, Profit, or Market Share00:35 - Why One Metric Can Cause Bad Decisions01:30 - Reading PPC Metrics Like a Dashboard02:14 - How TACOS, Market Share, and Profit Connect02:43 - Tracking the Full Amazon PPC Picture-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

On May 13, 2026, Amazon officially ended the Rufus chatbot and introduced Alexa for Shopping, a game-changer for ecommerce sellers. Neil Twa dives into the mechanics of this shift, explaining how Alexa transforms search into a Q&A format, impacting sellers at every level. He shares the story of a mid-level operator with a home organization brand generating $45K a month, and how 60% of their traffic came from voice searches. Neil outlines three actionable moves to adapt: auditing listing copy for conversational queries, leveraging Alexa's new discovery layer, and optimizing for voice search. Sellers from $5K to $1M+ monthly revenue will find these insights crucial as they navigate this new era. Welcome to The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast.

Send us Fan MailAmazon scaling strategy starts with PPC data, AMC audiences, Rufus questions, listing content, conversion rate, and market share. This video explains how sellers can use Amazon Marketing Cloud, PPC metrics, search query reports, pricing, and product variations to grow sales. Learn how Amazon sellers can find broken ad funnels, improve listings, test prices, review product ceilings, and scale without wasting spend.If growth is stuck, ad spend is rising, or Amazon data feels messy, get a real scaling plan before wasted spend becomes the strategy: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#AmazonScaling #AmazonPPC #AmazonSellers #AmazonFBA #AmazonMarketingCloudWant free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps:00:00 - Amazon Scaling Roadblocks and Sales Growth00:53 - AMC Audiences for Amazon Scaling02:14 - Building Custom AMC Audiences03:35 - Competitor ASIN Audience Targeting05:00 - Time Frames and Shopper Segments06:25 - Audience Queries and Market Share08:25 - AMC Availability and Playbook Questions09:23 - Why Custom Audiences Help PPC10:30 - Rufus Questions for Listing Content12:06 - Answering Customer Questions on Listings13:37 - Rufus Use and Review Data15:09 - PPC Strategy Gaps and ROI17:18 - Shopper Behavior Chain in Ads18:30 - CPC, ACoS, Ranking, and TACoS20:34 - Finding Strong PPC Traffic Chains22:00 - Sponsored Brand and Sponsored Product Gaps24:46 - Finding the Product Sales Ceiling27:34 - Market Size and Product Limits31:29 - When to Launch the Next Product35:51 - Combining Similar Product Variations39:17 - Product Performance Metrics to Review44:42 - SEO Phase Three and Rufus Strategy49:44 - Shopify, Amazon, and Branded Search54:57 - Pricing, Conversion Rate, and Testing56:20 - Splitting Large Color Variations59:23 - Isolating High Performing PPC Clusters01:01:19 - Testing Campaigns Without Breaking Winners-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

Discover smart ways to uncover hidden Amazon product and keyword opportunities, track competitor trends, spot seasonal gaps, and find new Amazon business growth angles using Helium 10's Black Box tool.

Send us Fan MailAmazon seller fees, FBA surcharge, Amazon Ads payment changes, and A+ content alt text updates are adding new pressure on margins. This April update covers fulfillment fee increases, credit card payment changes, retail proceeds billing, and seller account impact. It also explains why alt text indexing changes matter for Amazon SEO, A+ content, brand story modules, FAQs, and product ranking.Amazon fee changes, ad billing shifts, and A+ content updates can drain margin fast. Get a seller account review before the next update hits: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#amazonfbanews  #AmazonSellers #AmazonAds #AmazonPPC #ecommercetips Want free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps:00:00 - Amazon FBA Surcharge and Fee Pressure01:12 - Why Seller Margins Are Getting Hit02:04 - Amazon Ads Credit Card Payment Changes03:18 - Retail Proceeds and Ad Billing Risk04:24 - A+ Content Alt Text Indexing Change05:40 - Why Alt Text May No Longer Help Ranking06:52 - Brand Story, FAQs, and A+ Content Updates08:05 - Seller Reaction to Amazon Payment Changes09:18 - What Sellers Should Check in Seller Central10:25 - Amazon Updates That Can Hurt Profit-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

Send us Fan MailHaving issues with your amazon product listing, or buybox problems? This video will show you how emailing specific Amazon addresses can resolve account issues like listing suppressions, a trick we've used for years. Learn how to navigate amazon seller central and optimize your amazon seo to get your account back on track, helping you sell on amazon with fewer headaches.If Amazon issues are costing real money daily, get direct expert help before the damage stacks up: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxuWant free resources? Dowload our Free Amazon guides here:Amazon Receiving Delay Guide: https://hubs.ly/Q04cdD4c0Amazon Catalog Spring Cleaning: https://hubs.ly/Q046BVfp0Amazon Proft Margin Defense 2026: https://hubs.ly/Q042trRH0Amazon SEO Toolkit 2026: https://bit.ly/4oC2ClTAmazon Seller Strategy Report 2026: https://bit.ly/3YN1RME2026 Ecommerce Website & SEO Readiness Checklist: https://hubs.ly/Q04btghf0Amazon 2026 PPC guide: https://bit.ly/4lF0OYXTimestamps:00:00 - Amazon listing suppression and buy box issues explained00:32 - Old Amazon escalation email method that worked01:01 - Emailing Amazon CEO for seller support cases01:30 - Real example of buy box suppression resolution02:00 - Why Amazon seller support still fails sellers02:34 - When to use CEO escalation for account issues03:05 - Risks of overusing escalation emails-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow us:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28605816/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevenpopemag/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/myamazonguys/Twitter: https://twitter.com/myamazonguySubscribe to the My Amazon Guy podcast: https://podcast.myamazonguy.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-amazon-guy/id1501974229Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4A5ASHGGfr6s4wWNQIqyVwSupport the show

Every big seller he's talked to says the same thing: Amazon has actually gotten easier. But you're probably hearing the opposite on social media. So who's right?Watch this next: https://youtu.be/X83l6GFho-4?si=oH8YpD_NH2keX90HJimmy Smith (@AskJimmySmith) has done $10M+ in online sales over 11 years on Amazon. He's run a software company (Replen Dashboard), built a community that's trained thousands of sellers, and just hosted a closed-door event with 75 sellers. Today he breaks down why 2026 might be the best time in a decade for Amazon sellers, the AI tools saving him $30K a year, why he shut down his software after 6 years, and the systems framework behind scaling from $30K to $100K per month.Chapters:00:00 - From Insurance Agent to $10M Amazon Seller02:45 - Networking: The Most Important Skill Nobody Talks About08:49 - Why He Shut Down Replen Dashboard After 6 Years14:50 - Amazon API Changes: What It Means for Seller Tools18:00 - "2026 Is the Best Time in a Decade for Amazon Sellers"21:30 - Why Big Sellers Say It's Getting Easier (While New Sellers Struggle)27:00 - The Rich Get Richer: Mentality of Successful vs. Stuck Sellers30:00 - What's Actually Holding Intermediate Sellers Back34:52 - The New Seller Playbook: Keepa, Net Fishing, and Rabbit Trailing37:51 - The First SOP Every Seller Should Build40:00 - "Being Hands-On Isn't Leadership, It's Being a Bottleneck"42:01 - VA Mistakes: Why Your First Hire Probably Won't Source for You46:42 - Pattern Recognition: What Separates Sellers Who Break Through49:46 - AI for Amazon Sellers: Start Here (Practical, Not Hype)55:02 - Using AI to Audit Your P&L and Restock Reports01:00:08 - AI Agents: Are They Ready for Sourcing?01:05:34 - Goals vs. Standards: Why Revenue Goals Are the Wrong Frame01:08:17 - Three KPIs That Will Change Your Business This Week01:10:34 - Lightning Round: Rolodex Contacts, Underrated Skills, and AI ToolsFollow Jimmy:X/Twitter/YouTube/Instagram: @AskJimmySmithWebsite: askjimmysmith.comFollow Chris Grant:X/Twitter: @cleartheshelfNewsletter: https://cleartheshelf.com/newsletterFollow Chris Racic:X/Twitter: @ChrisRacicNewsletter: https://oaleads247.com

A major Amazon Ads payment update has been delayed to August 1st, 2026. Amazon now has a solution for reducing storage fees and how to identify keywords that Amazon's algorithm considers relevant to your products. We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's Senior Brand Evangelist, Shivali Patel. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level.   Update on Amazon advertiser payments https://advertising.amazon.com/library/news/update-on-advertiser-payments/ Identify untapped product opportunities with Discover Unmet Demand https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHM0FLQzhBUFBTQk40RzhN Introducing Global Warehousing & Distribution — now available in Shenzhen, China https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHWUQ5WVI1RjRSVkJIUlBX TikTok Shop is expanding in Europe: Poland and the Benelux countries will follow soon https://www.retaildetail.eu/news/general/tiktok-shop-is-expanding-in-europe-poland-and-the-benelux-countries-will-follow-soon/ In episode 513 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Shivali covers: 00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - MAJOR advertising payment updates delayed to August 1st, 2026 02:35 - Understand customer preferences with Review Insights on TikTok 06:34 - Identify market opportunities with NEW Discover Unmet Demand feature 08:56 - Identify keywords Amazon's algorithm thinks is relevant for your products 13:40 - Reduce storage costs with Amazon GWD in Shenzhen 16:11 - Is TikTok Shop finally expanding to more European countries?   Enjoy this episode? Want to be able to ask questions to Leo Sgovio live in a small group with other 7 and 8-figure Amazon sellers?  Join the Helium 10 Elite Mastermind and get quarterly workshops, monthly training, and networking calls with Leo at h10.me/elite Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our podcast!  

Lee Assoulin is the Founder and CEO of Stonecutter, a boutique Amazon brand management agency that partners with premium brands to scale profitably on the world's largest marketplace. With over 12 years of Amazon expertise, Lee has guided venture-backed startups, heritage brands, and category leaders through the complexities of the platform, combining strategic depth with operational rigor. He's currently managing over $220M in annual revenue while building AI-powered infrastructure to redefine how agencies operate. His mission is to prove that premium brands can win on Amazon without compromising on quality or brand equity with an agency they can trust.Highlight Bullets> Here's a glimpse of what you would learn…. Integration of AI in e-commerce, particularly for Amazon sellers and brand management agencies.Challenges and considerations in adopting AI technologies for business operations.Importance of having solid standard operating procedures (SOPs) before automating processes with AI.The distinction between smaller sellers as early adopters of AI and larger sellers focusing on core business functions.The risks of "shiny object syndrome" and the need for a strategic framework when implementing AI tools.The necessity of human oversight in automated processes, especially in nuanced areas like PPC advertising.The role of data-driven frameworks in managing AI outputs and decision-making.Strategies for empowering teams to adopt AI tools effectively and fostering an "AI native" culture.The significance of maintaining brand authenticity and uniqueness in AI-generated content.Recommendations for newcomers on starting with foundational AI tools and focusing on high-impact tasks.In this episode of the Ecomm Breakthrough Podcast, host Josh Hadley speaks with Lee Assoulin, founder and CEO of Stonecutter, a boutique Amazon brand management agency. Drawing on 12+ years of experience, Lee discusses how AI is reshaping Amazon brand management. Key topics include avoiding "shiny object syndrome," building solid SOPs before automating, keeping humans in the loop for critical decisions, and developing an "AI native" team culture. Lee also shares practical advice on recording team calls, refining documentation with AI, and empowering team members who genuinely embrace AI tools to drive sustainable business growth.Here are the 3 action items that Josh identified from this episode:Fix your SOPs before adding AI Document and refine your workflows first—AI should optimize proven systems, not automate messy processes. Use AI for execution, not strategy Automate repetitive tasks (PPC tweaks, reporting, emails), but keep humans in charge of high-impact decisions like pricing, positioning, and scaling. Adopt AI with a clear ROI filter Don't chase tools—only implement AI if it solves a real bottleneck and delivers measurable time or profit gains.Timestamps:00:00:23 Introduction to AI in E-commerceThe host introduces the topic of AI for top Amazon sellers and teases the actionable advice from the guest.00:01:01 Guest Introduction: Lee AssoulinHost Josh Hadley introduces Lee Assoulin, founder of Stonecutter, highlighting his extensive experience managing major Amazon brands.00:02:46 The Current State of AI in E-commerceLee discusses how AI is being adopted differently by large, established sellers versus smaller, scrappier ones in the mature Amazon marketplace.00:04:31 AI and "Shiny Object Syndrome"The discussion turns to the risk of entrepreneurs getting distracted by new AI tools instead of focusing on core business needs.00:05:57 The "Aladdin's Cave" Analogy for AILee uses an analogy to explain the danger of chasing countless small AI tools without a solid, overarching framework.00:08:33 SOPs: The Foundation for AIThe importance of having proven, repeatable processes (SOPs) in place before attempting to automate them with AI is discussed.00:10:00 The Right Approach to AI AutomationLee explains that the best automation strategy depends on scale; larger brands require a more cautious, human-in-the-loop approach.00:12:15 Can One Person Build a $100M Brand?A discussion on the future of business structures, predicting small, highly-skilled teams enabled by AI will become the norm.00:14:55 The Risk of AI HomogenizationIf everyone uses the same AI strategies, there is no competitive edge. The human element provides the necessary differentiation.00:16:27 Practical AI Use Cases for BeginnersLee suggests starting by using AI to analyze content and rewrite copy based on frameworks like Amazon's COSMO paper.00:19:24 The Dangers of Lazy AI ImplementationWarning against the pitfalls of lazy AI use, such as generic auto-generated emails that can damage brand perception.00:22:23 Automating Your Executive AssistantLee shares a practical example of creating a virtual EA to manage his calendar, pre-meeting briefs, and task reminders.00:24:10 Building a Company "Brain"A complex use case is detailed: creating a central database that ingests all company communications for deep contextual analysis.00:27:11 The Power of Personal Context for AIThe idea of feeding personal journals and thoughts into an AI to give it deeper context for decision-making.00:29:47 How Top Brands Automate OperationsLee shares a real-world example of automating Buy Box monitoring, where an AI agent detects losses and notifies the team.00:32:14 Staying Compliant with Amazon's AI RulesHow to automate safely by using third-party APIs and keeping a human in the loop for actions inside Seller Central.00:33:55 The Cost-Benefit Analysis of AI vs. HumansA discussion on whether AI is always cheaper, concluding that building custom AI solutions can be a waste of time.00:36:01 The Trap of "Sexy Dashboards"Building custom dashboards is often a distraction; focus on the underlying data and analysis, which is what AI actually needs.00:39:09 How to Onboard Your Team to AILee shares his strategy of offering to pay for AI tools and courses for any team member who shows interest.00:41:55 Three Actionable TakeawaysThe host summarizes the episode's key takeaways: document skills, record everything, and enable your team to adopt AI.00:45:26 Most Influential BookLee recommends "The Untethered Soul" by Michael Singer for its profound impact on his mindset and way of thinking.00:45:59 Favorite AI ToolLee names Claude as his primary tool but highlights WhisperFlow for voice dictation as a game-changer for productivity.00:47:01 Admired Person in E-commerceLee recommends following Sean Gill of Triquetra for his methodical, framework-first approach to building a successful brand.00:48:32 How to Connect with LeeLee provides his email address and social media handles for listeners who want to connect with him after the show.Resources mentioned in this episode:Josh Hadley on LinkedIneComm Breakthrough ConsultingeComm Breakthrough PodcastEmail Josh Hadley: Josh@eCommBreakthrough.comTools and Websites"Claude": "00:08:38""

An 8-figure seller in China reveals what US sellers get wrong about Chinese competition, black-hat tactics, global expansion, and the data-driven moves behind his Amazon growth. ► Watch The Podcasts On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Helium10SeriousSellersPodcast?sub_confirmation=1 ► Instagram: instagram.com/serioussellerspodcast ► Free Amazon Seller Chrome Extension: https://h10.me/extension ► Sign Up For Helium 10: https://h10.me/signup  (Use SSP10 To Save 10% For Life) ► Learn How To Sell on Amazon: https://h10.me/ft What is really happening behind the scenes with top Chinese Amazon sellers? In this episode, Bradley travels to Shenzhen, China, to sit down with Bennett, an eight-figure seller who shares a rare inside look at how serious Amazon sellers in China are building and scaling brands. Helping guide the conversation is Freeman Cui from Helium 10's Shenzhen office, who serves as Bennett's translator throughout the interview. From launching his first cleaning product in 2017 to growing one brand to $15 million in annual sales, Bennett breaks down the mindset, systems, and strategies behind his success. One of the most eye-opening parts of the conversation is Bennett's take on black hat tactics. He confirms that those tactics still exist but says Amazon is making it harder for bad actors to survive in the long term. His belief is that the future belongs to compliant sellers who focus on quality products, strong branding, and long-term stability. That alone makes this episode a must-listen for sellers who assume all Chinese competitors play the same game. Bennett also opens up about how his team uses data to make smarter decisions across product research, market expansion, keyword strategy, and advertising. He shares how Helium 10 tools like Market Tracker 360, Search Query Analyzer, Cerebro, and Helium 10 Ads help his team spot trends, avoid bad opportunities, optimize PPC, and launch products with more precision. He also walks through how they research trends from Amazon, Etsy, customer feedback, and even physical retail stores. This episode is packed with practical insights on global expansion, AI-driven advertising, and product launches, but it also gives listeners something more valuable: perspective. Bennett explains why Brazil could be one of the biggest untapped Amazon opportunities, why patience is one of his company's unfair advantages, and why his team is aiming to grow from $15 million to $50 million in the coming years. If you want to understand how elite Chinese sellers actually think, this episode pulls back the curtain. In episode 742 of the Serious Sellers Podcast, Bradley, Bennett, and Freeman discuss: 00:00 - Why Chinese Sellers Envy US And European Sellers 00:41 - Meeting Bennett In Shenzhen, China 01:04 - Bennett's Background And First Amazon Product 02:17 - Building A $15 Million Cleaning Brand 02:52 - How He Uses Market Tracker 360 To Find Opportunities 04:12 - A Product Win And A Market Shift That Saved Money 05:50 - The Truth About Black Hat Tactics In China 07:48 - How Search Query Analyzer Changed His PPC Strategy 10:07 - Three Unique Strategies Behind His 8-Figure Growth 12:28 - Why Brazil Is His Top Expansion Market 14:02 - How He Uses AI Advertising And Where It Still Falls Short 17:53 - His New Product Launch Strategy And $50 Million Goal

  On today's weekend update episode I'm happy to announce that UNGATING has been solved as a challenge for Amazon sellers - I'll give you the details.   Do you have any spare space in your home or office? Want to turn it into cash? We also have upcoming training for those who would like to use their spare space to launch a prep center serving other sellers.   Besides all of this, in the second portion of today's show our newest listeners will get the facts, data and evidence pointing to the conclusion that RIGHT NOW is the greatest time ever to launch a beautiful Amazon reselling business using the tools and strategies available to us in the ProvenAmazonCourse.com community!   Relevant LINKS:  Ungating is SOLVED! Here's the latest Amazon seller UNGATING training with Khang and 3PMercury: https://www.youtube.com/live/eQhXbZfVTas?si=aL4IZ6Efcnar9bcy   Prep Center Training is coming! Get details here: https://silentjim.com/prepcentertraining   Looking for a prep center? Here's our list: PrepCenterNetwork.com   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   Show note LINKS:    ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!          

Is your Amazon payout stuck in account-level reserves? Meta rolls out an Amazon affiliate integration, and how to manage 300 PPC campaigns in 30 minutes. These and more on today's episode of The Weekly Buzz! We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's Senior Brand Evangelist, Shivali. Every week, we cover the latest breaking news in the Amazon, TikTok Shop, Walmart, and E-commerce space, talk about Helium 10's newest features, and provide a training tip for the week for serious sellers of any level. Is Your Amazon Payout STUCK in Account Level Reserves? https://www.facebook.com/groups/777317379057643/?multi_permalinks=26288878197474877&hoisted_section_header_type=recently_seen Meta Rolls Out Amazon Affiliate Integration for Influencer Monetization https://logie.ai/news/meta-amazon-influencer-unlocking-facebook-reels-monetization-with-shoppable-amazon-content/ Amazon Seller Central News: Upcoming Improvements to Reference Pricing https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHVko2TU1VMlpVREc3VEtO Amazon Seller Central News: MCF and Buy with Prime packaging updates for US start April 1 https://sellercentral.amazon.com/seller-news/articles/QVRWUERLSUtYMERFUiNHNFFRS1o1WjdBU1NVTlE5 Join Carrie, Bradley, and Shivali at the Ecom Mastery AI Event in Nashville, TN https://h10.me/ecommasteryai Webinar: How to Manage 300 Campaigns in 30 Minutes Register here http://h10.me/ppc In episode 509 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Shivali covers: 00:42 - Is Your Amazon Payout STUCK in Account Level Reserves? 04:11 - Meta Rolls Out Amazon Affiliate Integration for Influencer Monetization 06:30 - Reviving Competitor's Dead Products for Profit Into Your Brand  11:16 - List Price Criteria Shifts & NEW Typical Price Rules 13:43 - How to See Competitor Sales on Amazon Without SQP  17:42 - MCF and Buy with Prime Packaging Updates for US starting TODAY! 19:41 - See you in Nashville at Ecom Mastery AI! 21:27 - How to Manage 300 Campaigns in 30 Minutes Enjoy this episode? Want to be able to ask questions to Leo Sgovio live in a small group with other 7 and 8-figure Amazon sellers?  Join the Helium 10 Elite Mastermind and get quarterly workshops, monthly training, and networking calls with Leo at h10.me/elite Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to our podcast!  

Keeping an eye on your account health as a Amazon seller does NOT have to be complex, time consuming or expensive - especially if you're a new sellers!   Today we meet with a long time friend of our podcast who has helped numerous listeners with Amazon policy and seller account health issues. It's Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com.   He's now offering an incredibly low cost service that actively monitors your account for issues and resolves them - all starting at just $49/month!   Get details at 3pshield.com (use coupon code "Jim" for a great discount!)   Check out our sponsor: SilentJim.com/2d - Try 2D Workflow for free and see how much you could save every time you send in an FBA shipment to Amazon!   Show note LINKS:   3pshield.com - Get full details on this new program. Use coupon code "jim" to save big!   3pmercury.com/friends - The best pricing on 3pMercury software!   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!      

Why do so many sellers stay stuck even after watching courses, reading books, and buying tools?   In this Coach's Corner episode, Brian and Robin share a powerful story about the Wright Brothers and Samuel Langley. One had funding, prestige, and a perfect plan. The other simply kept testing. Only one of them flew.   That story opens a conversation about a common trap Amazon sellers fall into. Over-planning. Endless research. Waiting for the perfect moment to start. Brian and Robin break down a simple three-question filter that helps you cut through the noise and focus on the next right move in your business.   You'll learn: • Why planning too far ahead keeps sellers stuck • How to tell the difference between real progress and "feeling busy" • The simple Now vs. Later filter that keeps you focused • Why boring systems usually mean your business is working • The one action challenge you should complete this week   If you feel overwhelmed by tools, courses, or endless advice, this episode will help you reset and focus on what actually builds a business. Because the antidote to confusion isn't more information.   It's action.   Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "If I don't have Jeff's team on retainer, can they still help me? (Answer: YES!)" Use coupon code "MISTAKE" to get your first month of services for only $1 with Jeff and his team!   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/vPGOInhtiL4   Show note LINKS: 3pmercury.com/friends - The best pricing on 3pMercury software!   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!