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#697: A live Amazon Q/A with our Facebook members and PAC students

Silent Sales Machine Radio · September 2, 2023 · 47 min

Summary

This episode offers practical advice for Amazon sellers, especially new ones, on navigating common hurdles like category gating and effective product testing. It emphasizes the critical role of data tools like Keepa for sourcing decisions and highlights the benefits of networking within the seller community for sustained success. The session also features an in-depth look at Sellerboard for efficient inventory management and financial analysis.

Key takeaways

Themes

amazon & marketplacessupply chain & operationsfounder & leadershipanalytics & attribution

Topics covered

amazon fbacategory gatingreplenishment strategieskeepa analysissellerboard featuresseller community buildingasin testinginventory management software

Episode description

Once per week or so I love to go live on Zoom in the Facebook group with whoever can join me and answer as many ecommerce and Amazon selling related questions as possible. Recently, we recorded one of these sessions for you.   Added segment - Alex from Sellerboard discusses the features and advantages of this tool. Special pricing can be found at: silentjim.com/numbers   Questions and comments:   Jim discusses the frustration that some new sellers experience with being gated in so many categories / brands. New sellers can start selling in: arts & crafts, sporting goods, pets (not pet food), household goods - kitchen / bath, office supplies   Jim offers guidance on how to go about testing replens   Jim reminds new sellers, if you want to learn more about Keepa, go listen to podcast episode #369. Jim also reminds the listeners that "Once a coaching student, always a coaching student!"   Among Replen sellers, there are about 35-40 different tools that sellers can possibly use! Selleramp has a great reputation and is similar to RevSeller. Just remember - the most important data point when making replens decisions is - is this a test worthy ASIN? - which is what Keepa will tell you! Keepa is the most important tool to use! There are affiliate links available for Revseller and Selleramp   Jim offers the following suggestions for building relationships: 1) Relationships differentiate the people who make it vs those who don't! 2) My Silent Team FB group allows you to enter your location and see other sellers who live nearby! 3)  "There is no such thing as a neutral interaction!" 4) Kickstart boot camp helps new sellers get a jump start to their business! 5) Brian and Robin Joy Olson are hosting The 100 ASIN course in Salt Lake City in mid September. Podcast Episode #658 has more information regarding this!   Show note LINKS: <a cla

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
New Amazon sellers should start in less restricted categories like arts & crafts or sporting goods to avoid initial gating frustrations.
What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?
Utilize Keepa as the most important tool for determining if an ASIN is "test-worthy" before investing in replens.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Actively build relationships within the seller community (e.g., Facebook groups) as a key differentiator for long-term success.
What does this episode say about analytics & attribution?
Explore tools like Sellerboard for comprehensive inventory management, profit tracking, and detailed financial reporting to optimize Amazon FBA operations.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Don't underestimate the value of community and coaching programs, as emphasized by 'Once a coaching student, always a coaching student!'

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