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Amazon is testing MCF with Prime. Walmart and TikTok Shop sales are absolutely booming. 10 new AI features that will help your Amazon, Walmart, or TikTok Shop business. These and more on today's Weekly Buzz episode! We're back with another episode of the Weekly Buzz with Helium 10's VP of Education and Strategy, Bradley Sutton. 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.   Walmart e-commerce sales surge as CEO touts 'price, speed and convenience' https://www.foxbusiness.com/retail/walmart-e-commerce-sales-surge-ceo-touts-price-speed-convenience TikTok Shop is driving more online sales in the US than Target and other major retailers https://www.businessinsider.com/tiktok-shop-us-spend-is-larger-than-target-costco-data-2026-8 10+ New AI Features For Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok Shop Seller Pulse — A near-real-time dashboard widget for monitoring sales, orders, units sold, ad spend, conversion rate, TACoS, and other metrics across Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok Shop. Ads MCP Write Capabilities — Users can create advertising campaigns, add keyword targets, and manage bids directly through the Helium 10 MCP using Claude, ChatGPT, or another compatible AI assistant. Walmart Ads in MCP — Users can analyze Walmart advertising performance, ask questions about campaign data, and make changes to Walmart campaigns through the MCP. B2B Metrics in Profits — Helium 10 Profits now separates B2B and B2C orders, allowing sellers to compare business-customer sales with regular consumer sales. AWD Inventory Visibility — The Inventory Levels page now displays Amazon Warehousing and Distribution inventory, including inbound AWD units and inventory moving from AWD to FBA. Keyword Tracker MCP Write Capabilities — Users can check whether keywords are already being tracked, add missing keywords, and start tracking products directly through the MCP. Review Insights in MCP — Users can access Amazon review-analysis data, identify positive and negative review themes, and compare an ASIN's reviews against its broader category. TikTok Influencer Search in MCP — Sellers can find TikTok creators based on niche, keywords, sales generated, units sold, follower count, and other performance criteria. TikTok Product Search in MCP — Users can discover top-performing TikTok Shop products based on niche, GMV, sales period, and other filters.  TikTok Top-Performing Video Search — Sellers can identify which TikTok videos generated the most GMV for a specific product.  TikTok Creator Identification — Users can find the creators responsible for the highest-performing videos associated with a TikTok Shop product.  Additional MCP Credit Packs — Users who reach their MCP credit limit can now purchase additional credit packs through the Plans and Billing section of Helium 10. In episode 549 of the AM/PM Podcast and Weekly Buzz, Bradley talks about: 00:00 - Introduction 00:54 - Amazon MCF Prime Coming? 02:54 - Walmart Online Sales Booming 04:24 - TikTok Shop Sales Booming 06:11 - 10 New AI Features For Amazon/Walmart/TikTok Shop

If Amazon is already handling your pick, pack, and ship, why are you juggling a separate fulfillment setup for TikTok Shop sales? I was reading a Google News piece earlier, and here's the scoop: Amazon's Multi-Channel Fulfillment is now accessible through TikTok Shop via nine connector apps. This isn't just a tech update, it's a shift for operators managing brands at every level. Picture a brand doing around $40,000 a month. They hit a decision point: use Amazon's fulfillment power across channels or drown in operational chaos. Here's the playbook: Audit your current MCF eligibility before diving into TikTok Shop. Not every SKU in your FBA catalog is ready for Multi-Channel Fulfillment. Categories matter. If you're eyeing TikTok Shop but dread a second fulfillment nightmare, this episode's for you. The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast is here to help you streamline and scale. 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

AI companies are buying up used books, scanning them, and destroying the originals. At least, that's the headline... the real story is weirder. Charlie Becker, a seventh-generation bookseller in Houston, went viral for tracing one of these mysterious bulk orders - following overlooked books into Amazon warehouses filled with entire categories of obscure human knowledge. Today we're taking the plunge into a mystery that spans artificial intelligence, culture, and the LTV of a "rare" book. --Timestamps:(00:00) - Episode setup and guest intro(01:22) - Mic check and welcome(02:01) - Viral post and lawsuit context(04:05) - Who is Charlie Becker(10:40) - Amazon warehouse mystery(13:02) - Which books are vanishing(16:28) - FBA arbitrage and pulping(18:53) - Amazon irony and AI layer(22:11) - ISBN gap and metadata tool(26:12) - Missing middle and preservation risk(28:36) - Used Bookstore Churn Myth(29:27) - Why Obscure Books Matter(30:33) - AI Is Not Retrieval(32:30) - Cookbook Chef Metaphor(33:51) - Smaller Models Personal Agents(34:38) - Houston Bookstore Renaissance(37:31) - Book Crawl Themed Shops(40:00) - Foreign Language Treasure Troves(46:06) - Estate Libraries Rare Finds(47:02) - Mystery Bulk Orders Explained(51:22) - Optimism And Preservation Tool(54:44) - Internet Slop Back To Bookstores(57:22) - Closing Thanks And Outro--Referenced in the Show:--Jacob Shapiro Site: jacobshapiro.comJacob Shapiro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jacob-l-s-a9337416Jacob Twitter: x.com/JacobShapJacob Shapiro Substack: jashap.substack.com/subscribe --The Jacob Shapiro Show is produced and edited by Audiographies LLC. More information at audiographies.com--Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today's volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.--

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Stewart Alsop sits down with Charlie D. Becker, a second-generation bookseller whose family runs Houston's largest used and rare bookstore, to unpack the viral tweet that had people convinced AI companies were secretly buying up used books to train their models. Charlie walks through what he actually found in his own warehouse orders, why the more likely explanation is old-fashioned reseller arbitrage and FBA "bookjacking" rather than AI training data, and how that story connects to the real, well-documented case of Anthropic scanning and destroying physical books for legal reasons. From there the conversation moves into the difference between rare and valuable books, the discoverability problem in the used book market, historical parallels like palimpsests and lost texts, his own AI tool for used bookstores, and broader questions about wealthy patronage funding independent research and passion projects. For more, check out Charlie's personal site at charliedbecker.com and his Substack at charliebecker.substack.com.Timestamps00:00 Stewart introduces Charlie D. Becker, a second generation bookseller building an AI tool for used bookstores and discusses Anthropic's controversial book acquisition practices05:00 Charlie explains how Anthropic legally destroyed physical books by slicing spines to scan them, avoiding copyright violations while building training datasets for AI models10:00 Charlie describes receiving bizarre bulk book orders through non-Amazon platforms, initially suspecting AI companies but discovering evidence of sophisticated book arbitrage operations instead15:00 Discussion of the banal explanation for mysterious orders: algorithmic resellers buying cheap books from obscure platforms to flip on Amazon through FBA warehouses20:00 Stewart and Charlie explore historical parallels between the printing press era and today's digital transition, discussing the loss of archival records and palimpsests25:00 Charlie emphasizes the discoverability problem for rare obscure books and how profit-driven algorithms prevent people from finding books unless they know exactly what to search for30:00 Detailed explanation of Charlie's AI cataloging tool that creates bibliographic profiles from photos of pre-1970 books lacking ISBNs, addressing the hard problem of metadata creation35:00 Discussion of the technical challenges solved: archival-safe removable stickers, RFID systems, and creating canonical records that become definitive sources for rare books40:00 Charlie describes building copy-level databases beyond edition-level records, creating VIN numbers for books, and designing knowledge graphs linking works to editions and translations45:00 Vision for navigable work-edition hierarchies allowing researchers to explore translation genealogies and linguistic families, solving problems Amazon has no incentive to address50:00 Stewart raises the possibility of returning to gentleman's science and aristocratic private libraries in an age of AI abundance and accessible three-d printing technology55:00 Charlie reflects on supporting idiosyncratic passion projects regardless of profit, his fellowship from Jim O'Shaughnessy, and navigating economic inequality while promoting eccentric research pursuitsKey Insights1. Charlie D. Becker is a second generation bookseller whose family runs Houston's largest used and rare bookstore, and he is currently building an AI tool specifically designed for used bookstores. He became widely known after a tweet he wrote about AI companies potentially purchasing books went viral with approximately one and a half million impressions, though he emphasizes the importance of being careful about distinguishing between what he has directly observed, what is on public record, and what is his intuition or speculation about these events.2. The controversy around Anthropic and book destruction centers on how AI companies acquire training data from physical books. Court documents revealed that Anthropic acquired physical books in mass quantities to scan them, and they were industrially slicing the spines off to make scanning faster and easier. The legal justification for this practice was that because they destroyed the original physical book after scanning it, they were not violating copyright law since no duplicate copy existed alongside the original. A judge ruled this was technically legal, even though it appeared problematic to many observers, because the destruction of the original meant they were not running afoul of copyright provisions about making copies for distribution.3. Becker received unusual bulk orders for obscure books through a non-Amazon platform in late April, which led him to investigate whether AI companies were responsible for these purchases. However, after analyzing the pattern of purchases and where the books were being shipped, he concluded that a more mundane explanation was likely at work: sophisticated book arbitrage operations. These operations identify books selling cheaply on one platform that could be listed for higher prices on Amazon through Fulfillment by Amazon warehouses, and books that do not sell eventually get recycled or liquidated anyway, meaning rare books are being destroyed through normal commercial operations regardless of whether AI companies are involved.4. The main technical challenge Becker is solving with his AI tool relates to books printed before 1970, which lack ISBNs or International Standard Book Numbers. Modern book cataloging systems are built around ISBNs, which makes it extremely difficult and time-consuming to catalog older books for online sale since there is no automated way to populate bibliographic data for pre-1970 books. His tool uses computer vision and AI to analyze photographs of book covers, title pages, and copyright pages to automatically generate rich bibliographic metadata, and he has partnered with a PhD AI computer vision specialist to develop this technology over the past year.5. A surprising discovery during the development of this cataloging tool was that the existing data for many older books is extremely poor, inconsistent, or completely absent from major databases. For approximately a quarter of the books they process, the only existing records might be an incomplete eBay listing from years ago or a sparse entry in WorldCat, the interlibrary database. This means that rather than simply aggregating existing data, they are actually creating canonical records for many books that will become the authoritative source that others reference, essentially building new infrastructure for book metadata rather than just accessing what already exists.6. Becker advocates strongly for the preservation of obscure and seemingly unimportant books because while they may not have obvious value today, future researchers, tinkerers, or engineers might need them to solve problems we have not yet encountered. He compares this to historical palimpsests where important ancient texts were accidentally preserved when medieval scribes wrote over them, noting that the internet functions more like a palimpsest than an archive since we constantly overwrite and lose information rather than truly preserving it. The current system for deciding which books get preserved or destroyed is essentially random and driven purely by short-term profit motives rather than any thoughtful consideration of potential future value or historical significance.7. The long-term vision for the project extends beyond simple cataloging to creating a comprehensive knowledge graph that distinguishes between works, editions, and individual copies of books in ways that current commercial platforms do not adequately address. Unlike Goodreads which treats all editions of a book as a single work, or platforms like eBay that only show individual edition listings, Becker envisions a system where users can navigate between different organizational levels and explore the genealogy of works across translations, editions, and languages. The project also aims to create copy-level records similar to what libraries maintain, which would track provenance and availability of specific individual copies rather than just edition-level information, something no commercial platform currently does at scale.

Most operators using FBA are leaving money on the table. It's not about being bad at business. It's about missing an Amazon perk that's quietly built into the program. I was reading an EcommerceBytes article that flags something many operators genuinely overlook. FBA has become so feature-dense that even seasoned sellers miss out. I spoke with one of our members, a home goods operator, who had been running FBA for two years. Despite having a solid brand and good reviews, he was unaware of this feature. Here's the deal: run your FBA inventory reconciliation report right now. Not next week. Whether you're doing five thousand dollars a month or five hundred thousand, this move can uncover hidden profits. If any of this resonates with you, there's likely more money in your FBA account than you think. The challenge is finding it without getting lost in reports and tabs. Join me on The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast as we uncover this overlooked feature and boost your profits. 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

Discover how Amazon Global Logistics could simplify your supply chain, reduce surprise fees, speed up FBA inventory, and change how you ship products globally. Getting inventory from your factory into Amazon FBA can be one of the most complicated parts of running an ecommerce business. Between freight forwarders, customs, placement options, unexpected fees, and changing transit times, sellers have plenty of decisions to make. In this episode, Bradley Sutton sits down with Alex Berry, who leads Amazon Global Logistics (AGL), to break down how the program works and where it fits into an Amazon seller's supply chain.   Alex explains how AGL differs from traditional freight forwarding, including Amazon Managed Placement and Seller Managed Placement. Sellers can choose between different approaches for getting inventory distributed across Amazon's five US regions, while AGL also offers air, standard ocean, and fast ocean shipping options. The conversation also tackles Incoterms such as FOB and DDP, Amazon Customs and Trade (ACT), payment options, and one of the biggest headaches in international freight: unexpected fees. Unlike the common "Bill One, Bill Two" model Alex describes in the freight industry, he says AGL provides the price upfront without a second bill filled with additional charges such as detention, demurrage, or driver wait times. But AGL is continuing to expand. Alex shares updates on dangerous goods support, including electronics with batteries and upcoming lithium-ion battery capabilities, as Amazon works toward supporting more than 99% of ASINs by mid-2027. He also discusses faster routes into the eastern US, premium ocean service into Europe, expanding international shipping lanes, contract pricing for qualifying sellers, and plans that could eventually allow sellers to use AGL to ship directly to non-Amazon destinations such as their own warehouses and 3PLs. Ready to explore Amazon Global Logistics? Visit http://h10.me/agl to learn more, start the onboarding process, and get approximately 8% off your first AGL shipment as a first-time user. Helium 10 Elite members: Keep an eye on your inbox for a separate AGL link specifically for Elite members. Whether you're already using a freight forwarder or simply looking for more options, this episode offers a closer look at what Amazon is building on the logistics side of the business. The biggest lesson isn't necessarily that every seller should switch to AGL—it's that sellers should understand their true landed costs, shipping speed, placement strategy, and supply chain options before deciding what works best. The more efficiently you can get inventory where customers need it, the better positioned your business is to stay in stock, protect margins, and keep growing. In episode 548 of the AM/PM Podcast, Bradley and Alex discuss: 00:00 - Introduction 00:38 - Everything You Need To Know About AGL 03:11 - Inside Amazon Global Logistics 07:26 - AGL Vs. Traditional Freight Forwarders 10:27 - How AGL Inventory Placement Works 13:19 - Understanding FOB And DDP Shipping 15:37 - Customs, Duties, And Payment Options 18:01 - Using AGL For Multichannel Selling 19:43 - Avoiding Surprise Freight Forwarding Fees 22:02 - Shipping Hazmat Products With AGL 23:59 - Air, Standard, And Fast Ocean Shipping 25:51 - New AGL Features Coming For Sellers 30:00 - How To Get Started With AGL

There should be a difference between the content you post for free and the content people actually pay you for. Use Jill's IDEA framework for social media content: Inform (teaching-based posts that showcase expertise), Document (real-time glimpses into your daily life that build human connection), Entertain (relatable, self-deprecating content tied to your ideal client's stage of life), and Ask (engagement-driving polls that "train the click" and boost DM conversations). Personal branding isn't about hyper-specific avatars like "Sharon, a mom of two who makes $60k a year," but about authentically embodying who your ideal client already is. Therefore, your paid content should be laser-focused on solving problems, while free content builds the trust and relatability that gets people to buy in the first place.    Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Most operators hear 'AI operating system' and picture another dashboard they will ignore by Thursday. Here's the uncomfortable part. The brands ignoring it are the ones watching their margins disappear. Neil Twa, host of The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast, breaks down why adopting an AI operating system is crucial for FBA sellers in 2026. I was reading a Practical Ecommerce piece earlier that covered the latest tool launches, and a few things jumped out at me immediately. Whatnot just raised five hundred forty-five million dollars, highlighting the massive shift in ecommerce. Neil shares insights from a brand in his portfolio that's making waves with multi-channel liquid chalk markers across Amazon, Walmart, Target Plus, TikTok Shop, and Shopify. This isn't a tiny brand, it's a real retail footprint with real results. For sellers at every level, Neil outlines three moves you need to make right now: audit your tool spending, focus on margin, and streamline your operations. If you're feeling overwhelmed by more channels, more tools, and the same twenty-four hours, 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=ep360 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=ep360

Why are the biggest retailers overhauling their operations with AI while many FBA sellers are still stuck manually refreshing their Amazon Ads dashboards? Neil Twa dives into this pressing question on The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast. After reading a Retail Dive article, Neil was struck by the idea that AI is not just a tool, but a connective layer across the entire retail business. He shares a real-world example from his portfolio, where a home goods brand's SKU was performing well but needed an AI-driven audit to maintain its edge. Neil outlines three actionable moves for sellers at every level: first, audit your listing fundamentals as if AI is grading them, because it is. Conversion rates, return rates, review velocity, and listing completeness all matter more than ever. If you're realizing AI's impact on Amazon's evaluation of your brand, it's time to adapt. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep357 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=ep357

Paid challenges are having a resurgence in the online business space. The key to a successful paid challenge is choosing a topic with a tangible, specific outcome rather than something too broad or nebulous. If you want to run a challenge, your best bet is to draw on personal experience or your own transformation to make the offer credible and relatable. Today, Jill breaks down the practical mechanics of running one: a three-to-six week "runway" to build anticipation and a priority list, a short priority-only launch window followed by a public one, delivery through short daily lessons with actionable steps, a community component for accountability, and pricing rules dependent on audience and goals.    Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Send us Fan MailAmazon is changing how sellers handle returns in 2026, and one useful setting is going away. Custom return instructions will no longer be available, which means FBA and FBM sellers need to know which return settings they can still control. Noah Wickham explains prepaid and seller-paid labels, return exemptions, and the important 4-day window sellers need to know when filing return claims to recover eligible costs.Book a call with My Amazon Guy for help with Amazon returns and Seller Central settings: https://bit.ly/4jMZtxu#amazonseller #AmazonFBA #AmazonFBM #SellerCentral #AmazonReturnsWant 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/4lF0OYX Timestamps0:00 - Why Amazon Returns Frustrate Sellers0:23 - Amazon Removes Custom Return Instructions0:43 - How to Find Amazon Return Settings1:16 - Return Authorization: Manual vs. Amazon Policy1:45 - Amazon Prepaid vs. Seller Prepaid Labels2:38 - RMA Settings: Amazon vs. Seller3:17 - Returns for Large, Bulky, and Custom Items4:02 - FBA vs. FBM Return Settings4:45 - Using SAFE-T Claims for Amazon Returns5:15 - The 4-Day Deadline for Return Claims5:50 - Restocking Fees and Return Label Costs6:50 - Help With Amazon Returns-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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

TikTok Shop is on track to hit one hundred billion dollars in gross merchandise value by 2026, driven by U.S. sales. Yet, many FBA operators are still on the sidelines, debating whether to jump in. Neil Twa, host of The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast, breaks down this massive opportunity and what it means for your brand. He shares insights from a mid-sized home goods brand already seeing success on TikTok Shop, and offers three actionable moves for sellers at any level. Audit your top SKUs for TikTok viability, focus on visual products, and don't miss out on this growing marketplace. 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

If you sell on Amazon, things don't stay still for long, and over the past couple of months there have been several updates that could affect how you manage your business. From new virtual bundles and returns tools to changes to product titles, AI shopping features and important dates for Q4, there's plenty to be aware of. In this episode, I'm rounding up the latest Amazon seller updates, explaining what they mean in practice and, most importantly, what action you might want to take now. Whether you sell through FBA or FBM, these updates could help you improve your listings, increase your average order value and prepare for the busiest time of the year.If you want to stay ahead of changes on Amazon without having to read every announcement yourself, this episode will bring you up to speed.If you have any questions regarding the episode my next Amazon Sellers Support Connect is on Thursday 3rd September, for more information on this head to my instagram below and pop me a message. LET'S CONNECTFollow me on YouTubeFind me on InstagramWork with me Buy My Book: Bring Your Product Idea To LifeIf you enjoy this podcast, and you'd like to leave a tip, you can do so here: https://bring-your-product-idea.captivate.fm/supportMentioned in this episode:Amazon Made Easy is now openMy membership, Amazon Made Easy is now open. It's a membership for people who are selling on Amazon (or planning to) and want regular access to support, somewhere to ask questions and talk things through, and a bit of structure and accountability as they grow. Inside, there are live Q&A calls, optional co-working sessions and a small, supportive community. Find out more: https://vickiweinberg.com/membership membership

Ads always work—it's just a matter of whether or not you've dialed in your messaging, targeting, and offer. In this episode, Jill shares a 30,000ft view of the entire JillFit ad strategy, outlining her evergreen approach—lead magnet ads with standalone value, two self-liquidating offers that recoup ad spend through low-ticket sales, a live webinar funnel, podcast-growth ads, and periodic wait-list ads for FBA—alongside launch-specific tactics, which lean heavily on lead generation for a free challenge or workshop, with retargeting ads reserved only for people already on a wait list or launch list rather than cold traffic. But you don't need to run a 7-figure business to use ads. There are practical starting points for different budget levels, from a $5/day lead magnet to hiring a $2,000-5,000/month ads manager. If you want to scale, you want to use ads.   Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Join Ads with Andy!    Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feaug112026Cabinet IQ founder and CEO Michael Hartel breaks down what it actually takes to own one of the fastest-growing kitchen cabinet and countertop franchises in the country. He walks through the real numbers — the investment range, first-year revenue, and how new owners with no industry experience are opening strong by simply running the playbook. Michael explains why the showroom costs less to build than people fear, how franchisees beat shops that have been open 40 years, and the five core values he looks for in every candidate. If you're weighing which franchise to buy, this is a candid, numbers-first look at the model, the support, and the kind of person who thrives in it.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?

How do you refresh your signature program so it feels new and compelling, instead of starting from scratch every launch? Today, Jill outlines six practical strategies: adding a timely theme, building in accountability or gamification, bringing in guest speakers or hosting roundtable hot seats, offering live meetups or unstructured Zoom accountability sessions, introducing VIP or higher-priced tiers for more one-on-one access, and launching a challenge within the program to drive fast, concentrated action. But most importantly, any new addition to a signature offer only works if you talk about it consistently and explain why you added it. That's what makes an audience excited rather than indifferent.   Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feIs your dream franchise opportunity actually a nightmare in disguise?

Karunadhi explores the mythic and spiritual dimension of Bhante Sangharakshita's life and what the emotional significance of Going for Refuge. Through stories, poetry, and the image of the refuge tree, she reflects on his love for the Three Jewels, his connection to his teachers, and his dedication to the Bodhisattva ideal. Talk given at Tiratanaloka Retreat Centre as part of a series celebrating Sangharakshita's 100th birthday, 2025. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now Subscribe to the FBA podcast: A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

Building a personal brand is the best foundation for a sustainable online business because strong personal brand creates safety, certainty, and anti-fragility for your business. Today, Jill walks through six signs you've built one: people like your posts without reading them, they reference your story when sharing their own, they repeat your proprietary terms and frameworks back to you, they send you memes and content that remind them of you, they buy from you simply because it's you, and you know with confidence that any launch will generate sales.    Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feaug42026CertaPro Painters franchise owner Erik Harris sits down with Chantel Soumis to explain why he chose to buy into a franchise instead of going solo and why he'd never want to be "on an island by himself." He breaks down the real value of franchise support and training, and how it gave him a proven path to scale his territory. Erik also shares his #1 lead source (networking and realtor referrals over paid ads) and the exact system that earned his team 108 Google reviews in a single year. If you're weighing which franchise to buy, this is a real, behind-the-scenes look at what ownership actually takes.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?

Have you ever had a student suddenly stop working for a favorite reward? Or wondered why a reinforcer works one day but not the next?The answer may not be the reinforcer at all. It could be a motivating operation (MO).In this episode of ABA Without the Jargon, we explain motivating operations using everyday examples like cookies after Thanksgiving dinner, Skittles at your desk, and why water tastes so much better after a hot day outside.By the end of the episode, you'll understand why motivation changes, how it affects behavior, and an easy trick to remember the difference between establishing operations (EOs) and abolishing operations (AOs).

Today, Jill explains how and why to regularly clean out your email list, sharing the practical steps she uses at JillFit: deleting unsubscribes so you're not paying for dead contacts, running reports to find subscribers who haven't opened an email in six months, and using a "re-enrollment campaign" with a curiosity-driven subject line and a free gift to win back lapsed subscribers before cutting them loose. List cleaning is essential for keeping email deliverability and spam scores healthy, lowering software costs, and boosting open rates. But above all, try not to take unsubscribes or unopened emails personally—it's simply part of running a permission-based marketing system.    Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Amazon's plan to build 1,000 new fulfillment centers across 100 cities isn't just a headline, it's a seismic shift in how your brand might operate within the Amazon ecosystem. Neil Twa dives into the implications for sellers at every level, from those just launching to operators managing million-dollar brands. With Amazon's expansion, the question isn't if it will affect you, but how. Neil shares a real-world example from one of Voltage's home goods brands, showing the impact of a standard FBA setup and how this expansion could change the game. He outlines three critical moves to make now: pull your inventory placement report, map it to your top buyer zip codes, and adjust your strategy before Amazon completes its massive build-out. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the curve and not just react to Amazon's moves. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep339 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=ep339&learn_mcp=1

How do you navigate yourself on the Buddhist Path? How do you choose the right direction of travel if you don't know where you're going or what the Goal is? If the Goal is Enlightenment, do you understand what the Buddha means by Enlightenment? Or is your understanding of it a bit vague and muddled? The Buddha is specific. Saddhaloka will be looking at this whole area. This talk was given at Buddhistisches Tor Berlin, 2025. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now Subscribe to the FBA podcast: A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

Are you building repeat buyers, or just hoping the same customer stumbles back to your listing? Neil Twa dives into the critical shift in Amazon's approach to loyalty programs, revealing how most FBA sellers are leaving serious money on the table by not treating loyalty as a strategic asset. Drawing insights from a Retaildive article, Neil discusses how retailers like BJ's are using loyalty programs beyond mere points and punch cards. He shares a real example from one of Voltage's portfolio brands, which transformed its approach to consumables by focusing on repeat purchases rather than just rankings. Whether you're making $10,000 or $500,000 a month, Neil outlines three actionable moves to audit and improve your repeat purchase rate. Discover how to close the loyalty gap and boost your retention strategy on The High Voltage Business Builders Podcast. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep338 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=ep338&learn_mcp=1

Do you know the difference between angle and intention in your marketing? The idea comes from the fact that the best-practice fundamentals (the intention) that actually deliver client results are rarely what convinces someone to buy a coaching package, while a flashy, curiosity-driven "angle" is what captures attention and gets people to raise their hands. You don't need to feel dishonest by leading with a niched, novel hook rather than the basics, as long as you trust yourself to deliver the full, responsible coaching experience once a client is signed on.   Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feFeeling trapped by the corporate "golden handcuffs" and looking to build real enterprise value through business ownership? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, host Chantel Soumis sits down with Aaron Harper, the Chairman and Founder of Rolling Suds, to discuss his incredible journey of transforming a single-unit family business into America's fastest-growing power washing franchise.Discover how Rolling Suds scaled past 350+ territories overnight by shifting the traditional pressure washing model away from low-ticket residential driveways to high-ticket, recurring commercial B2B contracts. If you want to know what it truly takes to transition from an employee to a multi-unit franchise operator, this masterclass in operational clarity and purpose-driven leadership is for you!------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?

Jasim Eisa is the founder and CEO of Voadera, a global e-commerce partner helping brands win on Amazon and other online marketplaces. He built the company from selling used books at 15 into a 150-person operation managing over 30,000 SKUs and driving $100M+ in sales. Through Voadera's Marketplace Accelerator, he helps brands fix broken listings, eliminate unauthorized sellers, and scale profitably with full-service marketplace execution. He is on a mission to help great products achieve the dominance they deserve online.Highlight Bullets> Here's a glimpse of what you would learn…. Challenges of margin compression on Amazon and strategies for adaptation.Importance of operational efficiencies and cost savings for scaling e-commerce businesses.Tactics for reducing operating expenses, particularly in supply chain management.The significance of procurement strategies and direct sourcing from manufacturers.Shipping cost optimization through density and packaging strategies.Fulfillment strategies, including the use of FBA versus third-party logistics.Marketing efficiencies focused on organic ranking and conversion rate optimization.Increasing customer lifetime value (LTV) through various promotional strategies.The role of AI in enhancing operational capacity and workflow efficiency.Key performance indicators (KPIs) for tracking business metrics and ensuring team alignment.In this episode of the Ecomm Breakthrough podcast, host Josh Hadley sits down with Jasim Eisa, founder and CEO of Voadera, to discuss scaling e-commerce businesses profitably on Amazon. Jasim shares how his team achieved nearly $820,000 in operational savings through supply chain optimization, smarter procurement, and shipping density improvements. The conversation also covers marketing efficiencies, coupon strategies to boost customer lifetime value, reimbursement recovery, and practical AI applications. Jasim emphasizes that as brands scale, small per-unit savings compound significantly, making operational efficiency as important as growth.Here are the 3 action items that Josh identified from this episode:Stack Small Wins Relentlessly Audit every step of your operations and implement micro-improvements (e.g., packaging, shipping, processes). Small savings per unit compound into massive annual gains. Optimize for Profit, Not Just Growth Regularly review SKU-level profitability, Amazon fees, and inventory levels. Shift focus to efficiency as you scale—margin control is the new growth lever. Use Data to Drive Conversions & LTV Double down on high-converting keywords, continuously test PDPs and coupons, and implement strategies like Subscribe & Save and bundling to increase repeat purchases.Timestamps:00:00:00 Introduction & Cost-Saving InitiativeJasim discusses a major initiative to cut $1 million in operational expenses, focusing on supply chain efficiencies.00:00:24 Podcast Introduction & Guest BackgroundHost introduces the podcast, Jasim Eisa, and his experience scaling an e-commerce business to $100M+ in revenue.00:01:43 Managing Large-Scale Amazon OperationsDiscussion on managing 30,000 SKUs and the complexities of large-scale Amazon selling.00:02:07 Amazon's Evolving Marketplace & Margin CompressionExploring margin compression, Amazon's profit-maximizing changes, and how brands must adapt to new fee structures.00:04:26 When to Focus on Growth vs. Operational OptimizationAdvice for brands on prioritizing top-line growth versus operational cost optimization, depending on business maturity.00:07:30 Leverage in Cost Savings: High-Volume ProductsHow optimizing costs on high-volume SKUs yields significant savings, and the importance of leverage as brands scale.00:08:37 Operational Savings Strategies OverviewJasim outlines the philosophy of achieving savings through many small improvements rather than one big change.00:09:03 Procurement & Cost of Goods OptimizationTactics for reducing product costs by eliminating middlemen and running RFPs to manufacturers.00:10:40 Shipping & Supply Chain OptimizationStrategies for shipping cost reduction, including RFPs for freight, optimizing packaging density, and leveraging Amazon programs.00:13:43 Shipping & 3PL Strategy RecommendationsHigh-level recommendations for shipping from China and choosing between Amazon's logistics and 3PLs.00:15:17 Optimizing FBA Fees & Inventory ManagementBest practices for managing FBA storage, inbound placement fees, and maintaining optimal stock levels.00:17:01 Freight Forwarders vs. AGL RatesComparison of AGL and freight forwarder rates, and when to use each based on business size and shipment volume.00:17:53 Marketing Efficiency: Organic Ranking & ConversionHow aligning SEO, creative, and marketing teams to target high-converting keywords saves money and boosts organic ranking.00:21:39 AOV & LTV Strategies on AmazonIncreasing average order value and lifetime value through coupons, multi-basket analysis, and subscribe & save tactics.00:24:47 Stackable Coupons & Tactical PromotionsUsing stackable and visible coupons to increase conversions, with caveats for premium brands.00:26:02 Ships-in-Product-Packaging & ReimbursementsCost savings from shipping in product packaging and maximizing Amazon/Walmart reimbursements and recovery.00:28:39 KPIs & Data Tracking for Operational EfficiencyKey metrics tracked at leadership and departmental levels to ensure efficiency and profitability.00:30:59 Counter Metrics & Avoiding Operational PitfallsImportance of pairing KPIs (e.g., revenue vs. profit, in-stock rate vs. months on hand) to avoid unintended consequences.00:32:43 Team Structure & KPI ManagementHow leadership and teams use KPIs, Google Sheets, and the Traction framework to manage performance.00:34:33 AI in E-commerce OperationsCurrent state of AI in e-commerce, realistic expectations, and how AI is integrated into specific workflows.00:35:54 AI Use Cases: Creative, SEO, and Product DevelopmentExamples of AI increasing creative output, improving SEO, and aiding product development through contextual prompts.00:39:27 AI vs. Human Labor: Cost-Benefit AnalysisDiscussion on when AI automation is cost-effective versus when human or VA labor is preferable.00:41:08 Final Takeaways & Action ItemsThree actionable takeaways: focus on high-impact savings, optimize high-volume SKUs, and leverage AOV/LTV strategies on Amazon.00:44:04 Book, AI Tool, and Influencer RecommendationsJasim shares his most influential books, favorite AI tool use cases, and respected figures in the e-commerce space.00:46:08 Contact Information & Episode Wrap-UpHow to connect with Jasim Eisa and closing remarks from the host.Resources mentioned in this episode:Josh Hadley on LinkedIneComm Breakthrough ConsultingeComm Breakthrough PodcastEmail Josh Hadley: Josh@eCommBreakthrough.comTools and Websites  "Voadera": "00:01:43"  "AGL (Amazon Global Logistics)": "00:11:17"&nb...

Summer is historically the slowest season for business promotions. Your potential clients are distracted by vacations, kids being out of school, and a general "out of office" mode makes it harder to sell things that require routine or commitment. Rather than panicking about low engagement now, use this quieter period to build your "launch narrative" for fall promotions: consistently talking about your upcoming offers, mentioning their names repeatedly to build familiarity, and use lead magnets, interest lists, or content series to corral attention so that when doors officially open, your audience is already warmed up and no time is wasted on education. Successful launches in 2026 depend less on the size of an audience and more on consistent, story-driven messaging, so that by the time consumer attention naturally sharpens at the end of summer, your business is already positioned and ready to convert.   Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=feThis video breaks down the exact roles, responsibilities, and level of control shared between a franchisor and a franchisee. While the franchisor is responsible for providing the complete operational blueprint including marketing, training guidelines, and brand protection tools the franchisee is the ultimate business owner who handles everyday operations like hiring, staff management, and executing the system. Through personal anecdotes about owning Five Guys franchises and navigating site approvals, the speakers emphasize the importance of following the proven system and maintaining a collaborative relationship to achieve profitability.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?

Back in the Buddha's time, it's thought that there were lots of people who were looking for meaning, going from teacher to teacher. Sometimes they were householders, sometimes royalty, but they were all shopping around - shopping for wisdom. The Buddha met many people like this. He also met people who'd achieved quite a bit by following other teachers, or those who had themselves become teachers. There were those who worshiped fire and those who practised austerities. There were nihilists and eternalists. And then there was Bahiya – Bahiya of the Bark Garment, as he was known. Here, Jayagupta reads his own story, 'Looking for Bahia' in which he reflects on his own quest for meaning, using that as a context for retelling and reflecting on the life and death of Bahiya and the simple teaching that he received from the Buddha. This talk was given at Sheffield Buddhist Centre, 2026. *** Help us keep FBA Podcasts free for everyone! Donate now Subscribe to the FBA podcast: A full, curated, quality Dharma talk, every week. Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube

If I had to start over from scratch in 2026 with no audience, no experience, and no money, this is the ONE opportunity I would go all in on. Not dropshipping. Not affiliate marketing. Not building a social media following and hoping to go viral.It's called UGC (User Generated Content), and it's quietly making regular, everyday people thousands of dollars a month from their phone. I've personally earned over $20K/month doing this, and I've watched my students build life-changing income in just a few months.✅ Want to learn exactly how it works? Free masterclass:https://ugcmasteryacademy.com/webinarsignup?funnel=Youtube&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=sydney&utm_content=s10-best-online-opportunity-2026&utm_term=long-form

Sixty-four percent of what Alexa recommends to shoppers is sitting outside the organic top ten. Not page two, not rank eleven. Nearly 41% of those picks are outside the visible results entirely. Neil Twa dives into a Marketplace Pulse article that reveals a startling shift in Amazon's landscape. In a study of nearly two thousand non-branded queries, Alexa's AI is bypassing traditional FBA ranks. Neil shares a real pattern from his portfolio, highlighting a home goods brand with solid products and good reviews that still gets overlooked. He breaks down three actionable moves to audit your top five SKUs for intent language, not just keyword density. If you're spending big on Amazon Ads and still getting bypassed by Alexa's recommendations, this episode is a must-listen. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep332 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=ep332&learn_mcp=1

Today, Jill explores the concept of the "second sell"—the often-overlooked practice of re-selling customers and leads on actually consuming or actioning what they've already opted into or purchased. The reality is that most people's excitement fades quickly after signing up for a freebie or paid program. So to keep your distracted clients excited, you should build in reminders and curiosity loops, and lower barriers to entry in order to boost engagement. This episode has concrete tactics from Jill's own programs, including a three-email follow-up sequence for freebies, kickoff calls that future pace client disengagement before it happens, reverse-engineering the path from login to result to design better email prompts, and a seven-day onboarding sequence designed to get membership members a fast, meaningful win. Retention and results don't happen automatically after a sale. They require ongoing, intentional marketing to your own customers to keep them showing up and getting value.   Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly212026This video explores the purpose, structure, and value of franchise royalties from both a franchisee and franchisor perspective. Tariq, Marc and Chris break down how royalties whether percentage-based or flat rates—serve as an investment that allows franchisors to reinvest in systems, technology, and support talent. Additionally, the discussion covers related financial elements like initial franchise fees, minimum monthly royalties, and the contemporary value of digital marketing ad funds.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?

Trust-building is essential, as the online space enters into what Jill calls the current "trust recession." Trust typically takes at least 18-24 months of consistent effort to develop, but there are ways to accelerate the process. Today, Jill shares those 6 strategies for speeding up the trust process. They include increasing touch points with your audience; using storytelling to build genuine connection; "going against your pitch" by being brutally honest even when it costs you a sale; exposing an "us versus them" dynamic by calling out problematic industry practices; creating "model of the world" content that positions you as an authority; and adopting an "abundance sell" mindset that signals you don't desperately need the sale.    Get on the waitlist for FBA: https://jillfitfree.com/fba-waitlist/   Jill is a fitness professional and business coach who effectively made the transition from training clients in person and having no time to build anything else to training clients online and actually being more successful. Today, Jill helps other coaches to do the same.   Connect with me! Instagram: @jillfit | @fitbizu Facebook: @jillfit Website: jillfit.com

Quick question: Are you pricing your FBA holiday orders for 2026 fees yet? Most operators aren't, and Amazon won't remind you until it's too late. Neil Twa dives into a Retail Dive piece revealing Amazon's new fulfillment fees for the 2026 holiday season, urging sellers to ship inventory early. With 20+ years of experience, Neil shares a real-life example from a home goods brand in his portfolio that sees a massive revenue spike during Q4. He outlines three critical moves to make now, not in September: pull your Q4 fee baseline today, run the FBA revenue calculator on your top holiday SKUs, and prepare for fee changes. If this resonates, especially the fee change issue, it's the exact problem Caiman Data was built to solve. Most sellers miss these details until it's too late. Ready to implement with us? Join the Voltage Business Builders cohort at voltagedm.com?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=ep327 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=ep327&learn_mcp=1

Grab our breakdown of the 5 Low-Cost Businesses That Make $1 Million: https://www.franchiseempire.com/lowcost?utm_source=fejuly192026What does it take to go from entry-level sales rep to franchise owner in the same business you spent years building from the inside out? In this episode of the Zero to Profitable Franchise Podcast, host Chantel Soumis sits down with Erik Harris, owner and general manager of CertaPro Painters of Needham, Massachusetts. Erik started at Sherwin Williams out of college, spent over seven years as a sales rep at CertaPro, and in late 2020 bought the business from the previous owner in the middle of a global pandemic. He breaks down why he chose to stay with the franchise instead of going independent, how he generated 108 new Google reviews in a single year, why business networking became his highest ROI marketing channel, and what he has had to unlearn as a perfectionist to think like a business owner. If you want to understand what franchise ownership actually looks like day to day, Erik's story gives you a clear picture of what that path actually looks like.------------------Considering Investing In A Franchise?