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#709: Meet a seven figure branded bundle Amazon seller who employs special needs employees

Silent Sales Machine Radio · with Kim Shanahan · September 28, 2023 · 32 min

Summary

Kim Shanahan, a seven-figure Amazon seller, shares her inspiring journey of building a profitable ecommerce business around a social mission: employing adults with special needs. This episode reveals how her "Branded Bundles" strategy, combined with an inclusive workforce, drives success and creates a positive impact. Learn practical tips on product bundling, team management, and the unique advantages of a mission-driven approach on Amazon.

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amazon & marketplacessupply chain & operationsbrand & contentfounder & leadership

Topics covered

amazon branded bundlesmission-driven businessinclusive employmentamazon fbaprivate label sellingintellectual property on amazon

Episode description

Today we meet a seven figure Amazon seller who has built her dream business around her core mission. She wanted to have a business that employed special needs and physically challenged adults- giving them the dignity of work while building a profitable business serving happy customers... and she's done it with BRANDED BUNDLES (the same way we teach it in the ProvenBrandedBundles.com course!)   Check this out - one of her best workers assembling her bundles is legally blind, but he is a top performer making invaluable contributions!   I LOVE working with and learning from Business Building Warriors like today's guest Kim Shanahan! You're going to love this episode!   This episode is sponsored by https://humnbird.com - They help sellers get established on Amazon.com (sell in the US from anywhere in the world) They specialize in everything from Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Patents, Corporation Setup to Branding, Design and Marketing. We recommend their affordable systems and solutions giving you everything you need for your wholesale and private label business even overseas! Watch our interview on this YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/Z_fE6QgP-DI   Show note LINKS:   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! If you live outside of the US or Canada please email support@silentsal

Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Branded bundles are a high-potential strategy for Amazon sellers, as exemplified by a seven-figure business built on this model.
What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?
Integrating a social mission, such as employing individuals with special needs, can create a highly dedicated and efficient workforce while differentiating your brand.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Leverage unique employee strengths; for example, a legally blind employee can be a top performer in tasks like assembling product bundles.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Prioritize intellectual property (IP), trademarks, and proper corporation setup when selling on Amazon to protect your brand and ensure long-term stability.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
A strong brand narrative built around a meaningful mission can foster customer loyalty and drive business growth on platforms like Amazon.

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