Steven Pope from My Amazon Guy discusses strategies for profiting on Amazon. With over a decade of experience, Steven shares insights on navigating challenges and evolving business models. He covers topics such as brand registry loss, retail arbitrage, and mitigating compliance risks. Emphasizing the importance of learning from setbacks, Steven provides actionable advice for sellers to enhance their success on Amazon. Episode Notes: 00:23 - Steven Pope Introduction 03:44 - Starting an Agency 06:18 - Amazon Account Suspension Policy 12:50 - White Hat vs. Black Hat 13:55 - Brand Registry Proc ..read more

Scott shares his insights on recent happenings in the Amazon space, including standout companies such as AdGrantsGenie, AIA Assets, Delta Logic, and a personal story highlighting the challenges sellers face.   Episode notes:   01:10 - AIA Assets 03:00 - AdGrantsGenie 04:00 - Delta Logic 04:40 - Connected Commerce Council 05:25 - Junglytics 06:10 - Scott’s Best Amazon Story Related Post: Advertising Solutions by Amazon: A Closer Look into Amazon Ads ..read more

Scott Needham, accompanied by e-commerce expert Sabir Semerkant, dives deep into the ever-evolving world of online commerce. With over 25 years of experience, Sabir shares invaluable insights, including his unique “8-D Method" for business growth, honed through ventures such as revitalizing Vitamin Shoppe's website from bankruptcy to success. The discussion covers crucial aspects such as optimizing website performance, strategic pricing, and the importance of cohesive team dynamics, emphasizing the significance of adapting to AI advancements and focusing on revenue per session rather than tr ..read more

Scott interviews Tarik, the founder of M19, an advertising technology tool for Amazon sellers. They discuss various topics related to advertising on Amazon, including organic rank awareness, retail data awareness, inventory awareness, and variation advertising.   Tarik shares insights into how M19 helps sellers optimize their advertising campaigns and make data-driven decisions. He also discusses the importance of conversion rate and how it can impact advertising costs.   Overall, the conversation provides valuable information for Amazon sellers looking to improve their advertising s ..read more

Scott Needham interviews Michael, the CEO and founder of SellCord, a Walmart agency. They discuss the growth and success of Walmart as an e-commerce platform, the reasons for brands to work with Walmart, and the opportunities for success in different categories.   Michael shares insights on achieving category success on Walmart, optimizing listings, and using Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS). He also discusses Walmart's future and its competition with Amazon. Episode Notes:   00:30 -  Introduction and Evolution of Walmart E-commerce 02:23 - Michael's Insights on Walmart in 20 ..read more

Scott breaks down the latest news in the Amazon space. Learn his reactions to new FBA Fees and the details of Thrasio’s Bankruptcy Filing. Plus, some funny takes on the 17 people you will meet at the Prosper event. Episode Notes: 00:35 - Podcast Coverage 01:15 - Prosper Update and Scott’s Favorite Audience 02:50 - The 17 People you will meet @ Prosper 03:15 - The Event Season 04:30 - Natural Products Expo West 2024 05:45 - SmartScout Expo West Brand Report 07:05 - Thrasio Bankruptcy 09:55 - Tweets about Thrasio’s Bankrupt 10:15 - Optimizing FBA Fees Email: scott@smartscout.com Related Pos ..read more

In this podcast episode, Scott Needham interviews David Zimmermann from the Amazon Tools League channel. They discuss the process of analyzing Amazon tools and how David evaluates different categories of tools, such as PPC automation and profitability trackers. They also talk about the challenges of comparing AI features in different tools and the importance of considering cost in tool evaluation. David shares his experience with tracking the tool landscape and how some tools have faded away over time. They also touch on the topic of newsletters and the importance of building an email list f ..read more

In this episode, Scott dives into the art of inventory management, drawing lessons from early encounters with hits like Elf on the Shelf, Halloween products, and Barbie dolls. He explores the fine line between stocking out and overstocking and discusses why stocking out can sometimes be good. Plus, Scott tackles upcoming 2024 FBA fees and shares strategies for thriving in today's ever-evolving market. Tune in for expert tips on mastering inventory and maximizing profitability. Episode Notes: 00:30 - Early Lessons from Amazon Selling 01:35 - The Elf on the Shelf 03:05 - Halloween 04:25 - Bar ..read more

Scott Needham interviews Michal B. Oron, the CEO and Co-Founder of Fortunet.net, the first investment bank focused on e-commerce businesses. They discuss the rise and fall of aggregators in the Amazon marketplace, the diversification of acquirers, and the importance of benchmarking for Amazon sellers. They also explore key metrics such as ACOS (Average Cost of Sale), repeat customer rate, market share, and the Inventory Performance Index (IPI). Michal shares insights into how these metrics impact the attractiveness and potential of a business. Overall, they are optimistic about the market a ..read more

In this episode, Scott interviews Michael Kaufman, an expert in e-commerce and Amazon selling, about the importance and impact of offering a lifetime warranty as a strategy to build brand identity and customer loyalty. They discuss how this approach can differentiate a brand in a competitive market, foster trust with customers, and contribute to long-term success on Amazon. Additionally, they share tips and advice for sellers interested in implementing a similar warranty strategy in their businesses. Episode Notes: 00:25 - Michael Kaufman Introduction 01:10 - How Michael Started 03:45 - Li ..read more