Finding products that actually sell can be difficult. But it doesn't have to be. This is why Dave and I have decided to share with you the exact secrets that make our lives so much easier when it comes to finding, developing, and defending products in e-commerce. In this episode, we discuss some effective tactics you can use to protect your products from getting ripped off, or at least make it insanely difficult for copycats—especially when securing a patent is off the table. These include raising the barrier to entry for someone who's hell-bent on copying your products, making high-quality photographs, and producing great content that adds value to your niche. Dave also shares his intriguing cockroach method to finding profitable products. Did you know certain item types could net you much higher profits than "perfect" products? If you're struggling to find new products or develop existing ones, there's definitely a lot in here for you. Timestamps How product development has evolved over the years - 1:36 What patents do and do not do for your product - 4:09 Limiting the competition by developing products with high barriers to entry - 18:47 - 14:07 What is the cockroach