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#212: Two Amazon Sellers Talk About How They Increased Their Sales to 7 and 8 Figures in 2020

Serious Sellers Podcast · January 23, 2021 · 40 min

Summary

This episode reveals how two Amazon sellers broke into 7 and 8 figures in 2020 by thinking beyond the platform. Learn their strategies for diversifying revenue streams, including direct sourcing from Vietnam for cost efficiencies and expanding into brick-and-mortar retail to leverage Amazon as a launchpad for broader success. This offers a blueprint for scaling and navigating challenges by adopting an omnichannel approach and strategic sourcing.

Key takeaways

Themes

amazon & marketplacesretail & omnichannelsupply chain & operationsfounder & leadership

Topics covered

international product sourcingsourcing from vietnamselling to brick-and-mortarwholesale and b2b salesomnichannel e-commercescaling fba businessinventory management across channelsadapting to market changes

Episode description

These two e-commerce sellers used tactics like sourcing in Vietnam and sales to brick-and-mortar stores to achieve 7, and 8 figures on Amazon.

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Explore sourcing from less traditional regions like Vietnam to identify reliable manufacturers and gain cost advantages, understanding the intricacies of international logistics and quality control.
What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Implement an omnichannel strategy by actively pursuing brick-and-mortar retail partnerships to diversify sales channels beyond Amazon, leveraging the platform for brand exposure and product validation.
What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?
Develop strong negotiation skills for wholesale agreements and manage inventory across multiple sales channels to ensure consistent branding and customer experience.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Adapt to market changes by continually exploring new avenues for growth and embracing diversification, as demonstrated by their success during the challenging year of 2020.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Utilize Amazon not just as a sales platform but as a strategic launchpad to build a larger, multi-channel retail business by integrating B2B sales and wholesale distribution.

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