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

Silent Sales Machine Radio · October 7, 2023 · 58 min

Summary

This episode provides a foundational understanding of selling on Amazon using the "Replens" system, emphasizing low risk and high predictability. It highlights how to identify underserved listings and achieve significant ROI by focusing on strategic inventory acquisition rather than extensive marketing. This is ideal for new Amazon sellers seeking a clear, methodical approach to profitability.

Key takeaways

Themes

amazon & marketplacessupply chain & operationsfinance & fundraisingfounder & leadership

Topics covered

amazon fbareplens modelproduct researchinventory sourcingroi on amazonundervalued listings

Episode description

Once per week or so our Amazon seller leadership team and I love to go live on Zoom with whoever can join us and answer as many ecommerce and Amazon selling related questions as possible. We love to capture the best moments from these Monday night sessions for you and turn them into a podcast episode. Highlights compiled by the podcast team: Jim opens the Facebook Live session with some general introductory comments before he dives into answering listeners' questions! Jim reminds the listeners that we make our money when we buy our inventory! It's essential to make good buying decisions! REMEMBER: we are looking for test worthy ASINs, not "winning products!" A listener wants to know if it is possible to start your business with no money to invest!? Jim says YES, definitely! Podcast episode #369 will help sellers learn Keepa in order to make good buying decisions! A new seller asks Jim about creating new listings and how to go about hopping on existing listings! Jim clarifies some misconceptions about the Amazon forums! Jim discusses how nothing is "typical" when it comes to starting a business! But he does emphasize that for people who are really willing to work hard, there are many success stories! Proof of concept can come quickly with the replens model! Coach Robin Joy gives some Q4 tips for sellers and also highly recommends the Kick Start Boot Camp for new PAC members! It's a great way to get your Amazon business up and running! Jim reminds new sellers of some very important tips to remember! 1) Do not set up new listings, 2) Do not do the private label method to start, and 3) do not do pay per click (PPC)! Rather, the goal is to look for and identify underserved listings to sell on! John is saying "congrats on the upcoming 10 year anniversary…" Jim

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Frequently asked about this episode

What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Prioritize the 'Replens' system for Amazon selling as a low-risk, high-reward starting point, especially for new sellers.
What does this episode say about supply chain & operations?
Focus on meticulous product research to identify underserved Amazon listings, enabling predictable profitability.
What does this episode say about finance & fundraising?
Aim for inventory with high ROI potential; a 100% ROI (buying at $10, selling at $30, netting $10 after fees) is achievable with careful selection.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Understand that the worst-case scenario with Replens is typically breaking even, minimizing financial risk.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Leverage free communities and resources mentioned to gain insights and network with successful Amazon sellers before investing significant capital.

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