Mon, 25 March 2019
How do you attract external traffic to your website or product listing? If you really want to get your ecommerce business going, you’ve got to be an expert at driving traffic! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he talks about how to attract traffic to your website, what it takes to create a digital product, why market research is so important, how to build a home base, and much more! This is the episode you need if you are prepared to go out there and grab attention for your brand, have pen and paper ready! Scott’s approach to attracting external traffic.Do you find yourself lost when it comes to getting traffic for your ecommerce business? Don’t waste your time guessing and stumbling around in the dark! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott provides his time-tested approach for attracting external traffic.
There you have it! Your excuses are gone, you’ve got a roadmap to start driving traffic to your website. To hear Scott expand on each aspect of his approach, make sure to listen to this helpful episode! How to create a digital product.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is big on creating and marketing digital products as part of a robust brand growth strategy. Have you dabbled with digital products yet? Do they sound too complicated for you? They don’t have to be! Digital products are a great way to grow the depth of your brand and gain credibility in the eyes of your audience. If you are ready to put in the time to create a digital product, then make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you need a home base.Did you notice a few days ago when most of the internet lost their collective minds when Facebook and Instagram were down for a couple of hours? If Amazon suddenly went down for most of the business day tomorrow, what would you do? Unfortunately, many ecommerce sellers have their entire brand wrapped up in and dependent on, Amazon. The best way to disaster-proof and future-proof your ecommerce business is to start building out your home base. To get the full scoop from Scott on this critical aspect of expanding your brand, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t be afraid to try something new!Let’s face it; building a brand is hard work! You will never get to where you want to be if you keep doing the things that kept you stuck, you’ve got to be willing to step out and try something new. Don’t let the fear of failure hold you back and keep you from the success you deserve! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott gives some helpful insights and lessons that will prepare sellers like you to go out there put it all on the line. Get the help you need to make your goals and dreams a reality! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 22 March 2019
What is the status of your ecommerce business? Is everything going according to plan or are you struggling to gather the momentum you need to succeed? If you need some solid advice that you can put into practice, you’ve come the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this helpful and informative episode! Fall in love with the process.Let’s face it, work can be challenging, and it can be even more challenging when you hate to do the work you have to do. What is the solution? Do you quit and find a job you love or do you go into business for yourself? Even when you are self-employed, there will be things that you have to do that you don’t enjoy. What you need to do, according to Scott, is to fall in love with the process. When you fall in love with the process, it doesn’t matter what aspect of your business you are working on, the process of figuring it out and making it work is the point. To hear more from Scott about falling in love with the process, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Building a platform for success.Scott often gets asked the question, “If you had to start all over again, what would you do?” As many of you know, Scott has been doing business online for over a decade, and his approach has evolved over the years. If he had to start over today, Scott says that he would focus on brand building. He would start with market research, niche down like crazy; then he’d begin creating content that would attract his target audience. Essentially, Scott would follow the exact path he lays out in his Ecom Business Formula ebook. Make sure to grab your copy of Scott’s ebook by checking out the link in the resources section at the end of this post! Are you willing to put in the work?Scott will be the last person to tell you that building an ecommerce business from the ground up is easy work, and that’s the point, building something worthwhile shouldn’t come easy! Where are you at with your commitment level? Are you all in or do you find yourself struggling to stay focused and motivated? Don’t buy the lie that you can build a brand with little effort. The effort required to build a sustainable business is great but so is the reward! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott encourages sellers like you stick it out, don’t miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 20 March 2019
Building a thriving ecommerce business is hard work, wouldn’t it be nice if there was a relatively easy way to generate consistent passive income for your brand? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris. In their conversation, the guys talk about the success of their new brand, how they’ve used digital products, what an “Order bump” is, how to increase traffic to your site, what it takes to scale your brand, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this valuable episode! Should you create and sell digital products?If you’ve been part of the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott and Chris have been working on a new ecommerce brand for the last twenty months. In that new brand that they created, Scott and Chris decided to see how successful they could be with selling a digital product. As it turns out, their efforts paid off! By creating, marketing, and selling their digital product, they’ve been able to generate over $1,500 in monthly passive income. To get the full scoop on how the guys were able to accomplish this feat, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Increasing traffic to your site.As an ecommerce seller, you know that a great product either physical or digital is only as good as the traffic you get coming to your site or listing. What does it take to increase traffic to your brand’s website or listing? You need content! You can’t expect people to give you their attention if you don’t give them something worth sticking around for. What have you done to keep your audience engaged? Have you been able to build trust with your target audience? Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Chris explain how sellers like you can increase traffic and expand your brand! How to scale your brand.If you want to see your ecommerce brand stand the test of time, you’ve got to become an expert at cultivating a connection with your audience. Too often sellers get excited about building their brand that they forget about how customers buy products! Think about how you made your last purchase, did you make the purchase because it was on sale or because you trusted the brand name? Let’s face it, people love to get a good deal on a decent product, but they stay loyal to a brand that they trust. Don’t you want to create a brand people can trust? To hear more about scaling your brand from Scott and Chris’ expert perspectives, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 18 March 2019
Did you know that there have been three significant updates from Amazon recently? It’s true! If you find yourself wondering what you missed or why these updates are important for you and your ecommerce business, you’ve come to the right place! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they discuss Amazon Live, Amazon’s Voice of the Customer (VOC), the value of good customer service, the “Portfolios” addition to Amazon PPC, and much more. Make sure to have pen and paper ready; you don’t want to miss a minute of this helpful and informative episode! Amazon LIVEHave you checked out Amazon’s new Live feature? Are you wondering if it is similar to Facebook Live and other tools? According to Amazon, there are three main reasons why you should consider getting your brand featured on the service.
To find out if it is a good idea to get your brand featured on Amazon Live, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Amazon VOCWhat if there was a way to get a more accurate idea of what customers think of your products beyond the review they post? Amazon is rolling out a new tool called Amazon VOC; it is designed to display the Customer Experience Health of a seller’s offers and customer comments that are meant to help sellers identify product and listing issues so they can take action to resolve problems. Here are the three main issues Amazon is trying to achieve with Amazon VOC.
Do you think you’ll use this new feature from Amazon? To get Scott and Chris’ take on this new feature and what it will mean for your ecommerce business, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Will “Portfolios” make your life easier?Let’s face it; there are few people who get as excited about PPC updates as Chris Shaffer! But there is a good reason for sellers like you to get at least a little happy about Amazon’s new update with the “Portfolios” tab in your Amazon PPC account. In the portfolios tab, you can take multiple PPC campaigns and view them as one campaign in terms of ad metrics over time. With this new feature, you can consolidate a broad match campaign, a phrase match campaign, and an exact match campaign into one portfolio inside the Amazon ecosystem. With the new process, you can still view all of your campaigns individually, or you can view them in summary as a group. For an even deeper understanding of what this means for your ecommerce business, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Thu, 14 March 2019
Do you have all the tools you need to help your ecommerce brand compete in a tough market? Wouldn’t it be nice if you had a clear approach that you could use to time and time again to launch products in a challenging market? It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, answers a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode featuring Scott expert insights! If it were easy, everyone would do it!How do you handle difficulty that comes your way? Do you easily throw in the towel or are you the type that sticks with it to find a solution? Too often people get excited about their plans only to give up on them when things get challenging. Don’t fall for that trap! If you want to build something that lasts, you’ve got to be willing to stick it out in good times and in difficult times. Let’s face it; if creating a successful and thriving ecommerce brand was easy, everyone would be doing it! If you’ve made it this far, you can count yourself among the brave and determined few. Get more helpful insights like this one from Scott by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! How to sell products in a competitive market.Are you ready to go all in and build your ecommerce brand in a competitive market? Do you think you’ve accounted for all the challenges you’ll face along the way? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott lays out his plan for selling products in a competitive market.
If you are ready to start putting in the work necessary to build an ecommerce brand that can compete in a crowded market, this is the episode for you. Don’t miss it! Don’t build your brand around a product!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott wants to help sellers like you build an ecommerce brand that will last. All too often ecommerce sellers focus on the wrong aspects and get distracted by building their brand around a product. That approach might work in the short term, but it won’t work for the long haul! Scott has created a resource that sellers like you can use to build a well thought out ecommerce brand, you can find a link to this resource at the end of this post. Go further with this topic and much more from Scott by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 13 March 2019
Do you want to grab attention for your ecommerce brand? Of course, you do! If you’ve been a TAS follower for very long, you know that attention is the new currency! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he talks about the new Amazon Live feature, how sellers like you can take advantage of it, why brand building is so important, how to create a good video, and much more. If you are ready to put yourself out there and make a bold move for your ecommerce brand, this is the episode for you! It’s all about getting attention.Recently, Amazon has rolled out a new feature called Amazon Live. According to Amazon, there are three main reasons why you should consider getting your brand featured on the service.
On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he takes a tour of Amazon Live and gives a rundown of how he thinks the service will work for sellers like you. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Scott’s keen insight! Brand building is the way forward!Let’s face it, the days of hitting a huge ecommerce homerun with a one-off product are long gone. Sure, some sellers will strike gold here and there but the wave of the future, according to Scott, is brand building. Scott is not the only one sounding the alarm when it comes to brand building; Amazon has just validated Scott’s insight by showcasing this new feature for brands. Will you take advantage of the direction that the ecommerce industry is headed in or will you be left behind? If you are ready to start your journey to build a thriving ecommerce brand, make sure to pick up Scott’s Ecommerce Business Formula ebook, you can find a link in the resources section at the end of this post! Scott’s basic video formula.If you find yourself convinced that shooting an Amazon Live or Facebook Live session is the right move for your brand, but you just can’t bring yourself to step in front of the camera, what should you do? Should you focus on working up the courage or is there another solution? Would your fear be reduced if you had a blueprint to creating a good Live video? If so, you are in luck! Scott has compiled his basic video formula that sellers like you can use to get started with creating video content.
To hear Scott expand on this basic video formula, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 11 March 2019
Does your ecommerce business have a solid foundation? Does it have what it takes to go the distance and provide you with reliable income for years to come? If you are looking for ways to diversify your revenue stream, you’ve come to the right place! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over the seven ways he’s identified and tested to increase your profits and diversify your revenue stream. This is the episode you need to future-proof your business; you don’t want to miss it! Add to your product line up.Did you know that you could have a great addition to your product line up sitting in plain sight? Think about it! You could easily add some variations in size, color, or quality to your existing products. You could also bundle several product or variations together as a packaged deal. Think of how you buy items online and try to target your audience that same way. It doesn’t have to be as complicated as coming up with an entirely new product idea, experiment with the idea that works! To hear more about this important topic from Scott, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Content + Traffic + Ads = Increased RevenueIf you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you see the value in creating content for your niche market. Have you started creating content yet? What are you waiting for? It may sound intimidating and scary, but it doesn’t have to be! Just start creating content like product reviews, or comparisons, or helpful tips for others in your niche. What do you have to lose? Sure, your first videos or blog posts won’t be completely polished and professional, but that’s OK. There is always room to grow and improve, but you’ve got to put yourself out there! According to Scott, if you can build traffic through your content, then you can capitalize on that traffic by turning on Ads. Turning on Ads will help you with a new income stream so you can focus on expanding your brand. Learn more about creating content and driving traffic from Scott’s expert perspective by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Create or buy digital products to sell to your audience.Did you know that you can create an income stream simply by writing an ebook? It’s true! All an ebook would cost you is the time to write it and edit it; the rest of the process is free. That means, when you sell your ebook, you get all the profits! If you don’t think that you have an ebook in you, that’s OK. There are a ton of options out there that allows sellers like you to buy up resources like ebooks or instructional videos that people have created that you can buy or sell on your site. To learn more about these great options to diversify your revenue stream, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 8 March 2019
Are you fired up and ready to take on all the challenges that stand in your way of success? Could you use a little push in the right direction? If so, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode featuring Scott’s experienced perspective! Think bigger than just the buyers!Everyone is going after buyers on the ecommerce marketplace today, are you going to join along with the crowd or are you going to do something that makes your brand stand out? No one wants their business to fade in the background while someone else shines, but so many sellers are not willing to do the hard work to differentiate themselves from their competitors. If you want to stand out, you’ve got to think bigger than just the buyers in your niche, you’ve got to think of your whole niche market and how to stand out as a brand that serves them. To hear more on this vital topic, make sure to catch this episode of The Amazing Seller! Why niching down works.Time and time again, sellers turn to Scott to find out how they can sell more of the product they’ve been selling on Amazon. While Scott can provide helpful tips here and there that will move the needle, his approach is focused on identifying niche markets and building a brand from there. Scott doesn’t teach how to niche down to a specific market just for the heck of it, he’s done it and he’s seen the successful results first hand. Don’t be content to just make a few bucks off of the next fidget spinner, build an ecommerce business that will last! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this important subject. Make sure to build out your assets.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you build out your ecommerce brand by using tools like external assets. External assets like YouTube channels, Facebook pages, email lists, and ebooks are just a few of the examples that Scott teaches sellers to embrace. Where are you at in the process? Have you started building your external assets yet? If you are looking for a good place to start, make sure to check out the link to the ebook that Scott wrote located in the resources section at the end of this post! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 6 March 2019
Is your ecommerce business prepared to handle new sales tax changes that multiple states are adopting? Have you been worried about sales tax compliance and find yourself desperately looking for answers? If so, you’ve come to the right place! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and his guest, Martina Chavez from Avalara. In her conversation with Scott, Martina talks about the recent Supreme Court ruling involving Wayfair, the solutions that Avalara has created for sellers, what you need to do to make sure your business is in compliance, and much more. Don’t let the stress of tax stuff distract you! Get the critical information you by listening to this episode! What happened with the Wayfair case?If you avidly follow ecommerce news, it's likely that you’ve heard of the Supreme Court case involving the ecommerce business, Wayfair. For those of you who missed the big news, here is what happened in that case. Basically, the ruling decided that states may charge sales tax on purchases made from out-of-state sellers, even if the seller does not have a physical presence in the taxing state. This was a major change overturning a case from 1992 which stated that the Dormant Commerce Clause barred states from compelling retailers to collect sales or use taxes in connection with mail order or Internet sales made to their residents unless those retailers have a physical presence in the taxing state. If you are wondering if this new decision affects your ecommerce business and the state you operate out of, make sure to check out the resource that Martina and her team at Avalara put together, you can find it in the resources section at the end of this post. How new and seasoned sellers can make sure they are in compliance.Now that you have a basic idea of what happened with the Wayfair case, you’ll probably want to know how that impacts your ecommerce business. For sellers starting out, this process is easy, start by registering to collect sales tax in your current state (unless your state doesn’t collect sales tax). From there, depending on your volume of sales, new sellers should start the registration process for collecting sales tax in the most populated states like Texas, California, and Flordia. You can also wait and just watch where most of your sales are coming from and start the process in those states. For more seasoned sellers, the process will prove to me a bit more complicated but not impossible! Basically, follow the same steps as the new sellers need to follow, but you also need to respond to any letters that any states have sent you regarding sales tax compliance. Another good option for many seasoned sellers to submit a Volunteer Discolusre Application (VDA) that allows you to get into compliance with a large up-front sum of money that you have to pay. The information that Scott and Martina have provided regarding sales tax compliance is only a starting place for sellers like you. Make sure to consult with your professional accountant to ensure that your business is on the right track. Tax compliance solutions from Alvara.Let’s face it; all this tax talk is complicated, confusing, and often overwhelming. What if there was a way to cut through all the complexity and trust that all of your tax obligations were taken care of? Good news! The folks at Alvara have worked hard to create a whole line up of solutions that small business ecommerce sellers like you can use. You can let Avalara handle your sales tax compliance and get more accurate bookkeeping in the process. Avalara can automate sales tax rates, prep, filing, and payment. To hear more about Avalara and the amazing work they are doing to help small business owners, make sure to check out the link to their site located in the resources section below! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Sun, 3 March 2019
What is the next big step you need to take with your ecommerce business? Are you still in the research phase? Are you focused on building your brand with content to publish on social media? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and his son Scotty as they have a “Real Talk” session. In their conversation, the guys talk about eliminating excuses, providing value to their audience, taking action, avoiding the trap of perfection, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this engaging episode! Stop making excuses.There will always be a reason why you should wait or get this or that lined up before you launch your ecommerce business. While there are a few legitimate reasons to delay your business, the truth is, most of them are excuses. Don’t let yourself fall for the excuses that keep thousands of men and women from pursuing their dreams. You don’t need to have all the answers, and everything figured out to take your first step. To hear Scott and his son expand on why you need to kick your excuses to the curb, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Provide value.If you can find a need or pain point that people in your community or your niche subject of interest want to be solved, then you’ve got yourself a recipe for success. Seriously! People will pay for you to walk them through a careful analysis of products they are interested in or a specialized topic they care about. What is it that you are uniquely positioned to deliver to the marketplace? Are you an avid rock climber or basketball player? Do you love to create tools that will help you in your garden? Whatever it is that you spend your free time doing, you can likely use it to serve a community and provide value. Find out how you can get started by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Take action!Where do you hope to be five years from now? Do you have dreams of your ecommerce business running smoothly or even expanding into other areas of interest? What steps are you taking right now to achieve your goals? Too often leaders like you delay taking action because it is risky or uncertain, but that rarely ever changes! You’ve got to be willing to do the hard things now you can enjoy the fruits of your labors down the line. To hear more about this critical topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 1 March 2019
When was the last time you took a serious look at the direction of your ecommerce business? Are you hitting all the milestones you’ve been aiming for? If you need a little boost to keep you going, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, answers a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! Build for your future right now!Often those who want substantial financial success are too impatient to make the decisions that are needed to reap that type of benefit. Put it this way, most young people are too impatient to invest their money into a savings account for their future but by the time they are knocking on the door of retirement, they’ve lost their advantage! If you don’t make deliberate decisions now to impact your future, it will be too late. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott shares a helpful example from his family life that illustrates this important lesson, you don’t want to miss it! Scott’s 6 steps for quick cash flow.What would you do if you were strapped for cash but wanted to start growing your funds to start an ecommerce business? What would be your first step? Would you work a side hustle like driving for Uber or would you try to pick up a second or third job? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares the six-step process to get some quick cash and start an ecommerce business.
Would you add anything to Scott’s list? Have you started the road to building your ecommerce business yet? What are you waiting for? Here you have an easy to follow guide created by an expert! To hear Scott expand on each step, make sure to listen to this informative episode! Do you have your copy of Ecom Business Formula yet? If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long you know that Scott wants to help as many people as possible as they seek to build their very own ecommerce business. Have you grabbed your copy of Scott’s new ebook yet? In it, Scott has a detailed and easy to follow formula to build an ecommerce business from the ground up. If you think you have all you need for success, why not take a look at Scott’s approach? What do you have to lose? Check out the link the resources section below to get your copy today! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 27 February 2019
What is your relationship with fear like? Does it control and dominate your life? Do you use it to motivate yourself? Are you able to keep a good handle on it? How has it affected your business? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares a Facebook Live session he hosted on the topic of fear. In his Facebook Live session, Scott talks about his dream for his lake house property, how fear has reared its head in his life, why you shouldn’t let fear hold you back, and much more. If you are ready to kick fear to the curb, this is the episode for you! Fear is normal, but don’t let it run your life!Do you ever wake up panicked and worried about your ecommerce business? Do you find yourself stressing over that large product order you placed or that product listing that just went live? If so, you are not alone! Many sellers just like you struggle with a significant amount of fear as they struggle to get their business off of the ground and running. Fear is a normal reaction to uncertainty but it’s OK to let fear run your life. The challenge is to walk the line between caution and reckless risk-taking, are you up for it? Hear more about this important topic by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Lowering risk will help you fight your fears.One of the best ways to push back the fear in your life is to take a look at what you can do to control the situation. If you are worried about the next step in your ecommerce business, then get out there and do the research you need to lower your level of risk. Your fears and worries won’t just evaporate; you’ve got to be willing to make forward progress and do the work necessary to remove obstacles in your way. Scott encourages sellers like you to educate yourself and take advantage of resources like TAS to lower your risk level and decrease the control fear has on your life. To get more helpful information about lowering your risk, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! What are you waiting for? Take action!Often you’ll find people in your orbit who are stuck in their lives and unwilling to do the hard work necessary to get things turned around. Does that sound familiar? Do you find yourself sinking back into that mindset? The best way to push back and reclaim your moment is to take action. If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you’ve heard Scott encourage sellers too, “Take action” at the end of every episode but it’s not just a saying, Scott lives this motto. He genuinely wants to help sellers like you identify the roadblocks and challenges that get in your way and find ways to solve them. One great resource that you should check out is Scott’s new book called, “Ecom Business Formula.” The link to this book is located in the resources section at the end of this post. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 25 February 2019
Have you ever had a moment in your business when getting your pay just a few days earlier could have made a significant difference to your bottom line? If you have, you aren’t alone! Many ecommerce sellers like you have struggled with the way Amazon’s payout system works. What is the solution? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Vicky Sullivan from Payability. The advantage that Payability gives sellers.Have you ever seen that number that Amazon will send your way showing you the sales figures you missed out on because your product was out of stock? Isn’t seeing that number the worst? What if there was a way to make sure your ecommerce business never missed those critical sales numbers again? According to Scott, one of the best advantages that Payability can offer sellers is the ability to avoid ever going out of stock again. Can you imagine that? If you’d like to learn more about how Payability and service like it can help sellers like you, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Several options you should consider.Are you ready to take a serious look at what services like Payability have to offer? What do you have to lose? Vicky Sullivan was kind enough to talk about two options they provide at Payability, instant access, and instant advance.
If you think it is time to incorporate Payability into your ecommerce success strategy, make sure to listen to this episode as Scott and Vicky expand on this important topic! Reservations sellers have with services like Payability.Wait, doesn’t all this early access to funds sound too good to be true? What are some of the drawbacks and reservations that people have when it comes to services like Payability? The good folks over at Payability aren’t providing this service for free; it’s a business model! They do charge a small percentage of the money they advance you. While that may scare some sellers off, consider this, you pay for other services like PPC, why not this one? If it fits into your larger strategy of growing and scaling your business, you should consider if the benefit is greater than what it would cost you. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Vicky go deeper with this subject! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 22 February 2019
Are you fired up and ready to take on the weekend? Do you have plans to work on your ecommerce business or are you in for a much-deserved break? If you want to keep the fires burning, you’ve come to the right place. It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, provides his answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Have pen and paper ready; you don’t want to miss a minute of this exciting episode! Why you need to embrace the long game.Let’s face it; everyone loves to find a shortcut. Just announce at your next family gathering that you are going on a road trip and chances are, someone will have advice on how to find a shortcut. But the truth is, there is no shortcut when it comes to building a future-proof ecommerce business. Go ahead and get the idea of a shortcut out of your mindset if you want any chance for long-term success. Buckle up and be prepared to build a solid foundation for your business, brick by brick. To hear Scott expand on this critical topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Invite your audience along for the ride.When was the last time you took a stroll through YouTube? Sure you’ve probably ended up there for a cat video or two but when was the last time you really took a look at how influencers and others intentionally engage with their audience? If you look closely, you’ll find that few YouTube channels come out and act like an expert. This is good news for you! You don’t have to go into building your brand or a YouTube channel with all the answers, just invite your audience to join you for the ride. You can use this approach as a way to bond and build a relationship with your audience. To learn more about this valuable approach, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! TAS resources made for you!Do you ever find yourself faced with an issue or challenge in your business and you wished someone had a blueprint to help you out? Outside of using Google to find your answer, what do you do? Yes, you have Scott’s advice in the form of this podcast but what if you want a more in-depth approach? Good news! Scott and his team have worked hard to bring TAS followers like you a top-notch resource called, the “Ecom Business Formula.” This book is a "blueprint" to launch and grow an ecommerce business rather than a traditional how to sell on Amazon "book." Make sure to check out the link in the resources section to grab your copy! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 20 February 2019
What does it take to build a successful ecommerce business these days? Is there some secret formula that high achieving sellers like Scott have discovered that everyone else doesn’t know about? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes back his guest, Jill Stanton. Jill and her husband Josh are the co-founders of, Screw The Nine To Five. They are serial online entrepreneurs and world travelers. Jill has extensive experience with not only engaging but building social media communities around niche interests. In her conversation with Scott, Jill talks about building social media communities, why it’s important to target a market with existing social media groups, if it’s a good idea to use giveaway contests, why you need to care about what people you want to reach care about, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this informative episode featuring Jill’s expert perspective! Don’t try to build something out of nothing.If you have a great product idea or a direction you want to take your brand, should you just run with it or are their validation steps you can take? According to Scott and Jill, it is not a good idea to try to reinvent the wheel. Why go out and try to create something out of nothing when you can locate existing excitement and energy around a niche market and build from that? If you want to build a rafting ecommerce brand, then go out there and start connecting with rafting groups! To hear more about this critical topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Provide value before you try to sell.Let’s face it, salespeople have a terrible reputation for using people as a means to their end. Just take a look around your social circle, you are sure to find someone who has had a negative experience with a salesperson. What is the solution? Is there any hope for an honest person who wants to make a sale? Yes! Scott and Jill teach sellers like you to focus on providing value before you try to sell anything. Don’t go in, guns blazing hoping to land a big sale. Enter into social media groups and other spaces with the intention of helping others and connecting them to resources. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Jill expand on this important subject! Don’t take short cuts, play the long game!Too often people are looking for a quick and easy way to make money and find success. But the truth is, the “Quick” way doesn't usually work! If you want to build something that will last and provide you with a stable income, you’ve got to be ready to put in the work. Building a thriving and successful ecommerce business is going to take time. Don’t think that you can listen to a few podcasts and read a few blogs and then expect to have booming business overnight! The old saying is true, “Nothing worth having comes easy.” Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Jill encourage sellers like you to play the long game! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 18 February 2019
What will it take for you to get your ecommerce business to the next level of growth this year? Do you need to refine your processes? Do you need to rethink your strategy? What about bringing on some extra help? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his guest, Nathan Hirch. Is it better to go deep or wide with your brand?If you had to choose right now, would you rather have your brand take a broad approach to the market or a narrow approach? Many business leaders agonize over this decision, and they should! If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you niche down and take a more narrow approach with your ecommerce business. In Scott’s thinking, it is better to niche down and focus on a specific target market than to try to be a jack of all trades. To hear more about the value of niching down, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! The right time to hire outside help.Can you afford outside help? Do you have space in your budget to onboard a new team member? What about all the challenges of bringing on a new employee? With FreeeUp, you can get the help you need at a reasonable rate all without having to bring on a dedicated employee! At FreeeUp, they vet a wide range of freelancers that you get to choose from. Need help with a quick project? Great! Do you need someone to take care of your ongoing customer service needs? They’ve got you covered! Just think of all the freed up time and mental space that outsourcing even a few simple tasks can provide. Make sure to check out the FreeeUp link located in the resources section at the end of this post! Expanding your business won’t be easy but it will be worth it!Let’s face it, the reason why most startups fail to scale their business is due to a lack of planning and follow through. You can only run things as a one-man show for so long before you need to bring in outside help. Bringing on outside help is where most business leaders fail. Don’t fear failure! Just like failure shouldn’t hold you back in business, it also shouldn’t hold you back when you encounter a set back with hiring. You’ve got to learn to roll with the punches and keep moving forward. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott talks to outsourcing expert, Nathan Hirsch about how to get started when building your team and put people in the best situations to succeed, don’t miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 15 February 2019
What are you going to do to make your ecommerce business stand out from all the competition on the marketplace? How will you make a name for yourself and your brand? If you need a spark of creativity, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, updates on TAS resources, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode featuring Scott’s seasoned perspective! Surround yourself with positive peopleDid you know that you mirror the attitudes and mindsets of the people you spend your time with the most? It’s true! Haven’t you noticed that when you spend a lot of time with someone who complains a lot that you find yourself complaining too? Or maybe you find yourself in a crappy mood, and then you realize it is because you just spent time with someone who is having a terrible day. Just as negative attitudes and mindsets are often contagious, so are positive ones! Choose which one you’d rather have your life reflect then order your life and relationships accordingly. To hear more about this vital topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you need external assets for your brandIs it a good idea to have multiple investments engaged to help your ecommerce business succeed? Do you really need to build up an email list or a social media following for your brand? According to Scott, building up external assets is one of the best ways to future proof your ecommerce business. You can also use these external channels to add depth and a personal touch to your brand. What is the status of your external assets? Do you have several or are you just getting started? Find out how you can make sure your assets are firing on all cylinders by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Make sure you target the right audience!Let’s face it; no one likes to have their time wasted. From door to door salespeople to newspaper advertisements, people hate getting something sold to them that they aren’t interested in. Thankfully, in the ecommerce age, we don’t have to advertise products to a huge audience, we can niche down and make sure we are targeting people who are already interested! Don’t leave it all up to guesswork; you can take advantage of the hard-fought lessons that Scott has learned over the years. Learn more about targeting the right audience for your brand by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Tue, 12 February 2019
What does it take to launch a successful email strategy? Is there a way to engage your brand’s followers in a way that doesn’t turn them off? How do you provide value without sounding like you are desperately trying to sell them on your brand? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over his email strategy. You’ll walk away with the tools you need to start building an email engagement strategy of your own. Have pen and paper ready; you don’t want to miss this helpful episode featuring Scott’s hard-won insights and tips! Is email really the best way to engage people?Have you heard people say that email engagement as a tool and strategy is dead? Do you believe that line of thinking is true? Are there better tools out there than email for engaging with prospects? While a ton of new avenues like Facebook Messenger, Instagram, and YouTube are opening up, email remains a powerful tool that people still respond to! How do you craft a message in an email that keeps people coming back to your brand? Find out on this informative episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott lays out his case for using email to drive sales and build your brand’s reach! Why you need a great offer.If you hope to draw prospective followers of your brand in, you’ve got to be willing to offer them something valuable. Don’t expect to get a bunch of car guys to follow and trust your brand if your idea of a giveaway prize is a high-end handbag! You need to make sure that you are connecting with your target audience from the initial contact all the way through each interaction they have with your brand. This is why finding a brand that you care about and know about is worth your time in the research phase! To hear more about brand engagement from Scott’s expert perspective, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t stop providing value!Let’s face it; everyone hates getting the “Hard sell” from a salesperson. It makes you feel like a mark or a target and no one like that feeling! It’s your job as a salesperson to show your prospective customer that you are there to serve them. What is the best way to show that you are there to serve? Provide value and insights that they will find helpful! If give your target audience resources to enjoy their hobby or recreational activity more, they’ll see you like someone to trust! For helpful examples on how to engage your target audience via email, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 11 February 2019
Did you know that there are steps you can take to re-program your mind and behavior for success? It’s true! When you focus on your behavior and beliefs, you can begin to turn around your bad habits or old narratives and adopt new ones that help you succeed. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from high achievement mentor and business consultant, Dr. Shannon Irvine. Shannon helps business owners and entrepreneurs neuro-hack success. She teaches sellers like you how to tap into the power of your mind to remove limiting stories that are getting in the way and holding you back. In her conversation with Scott, Shannon talks her personal story, how your thoughts shape your reality, why your brain needs evidence of action, what it takes to get into a flow, how to set yourself up for success, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this fascinating episode featuring Dr. Shannon Irvine! Visualize your success.When was the last time you wrote out your goals? Are you a “Writer downer” like Scott? What steps do you take to keep your goals and objectives front and center in your personal and professional life? One of the best ways to stay on top of your goals is to write them out or spend time each day visualizing them. Years ago, Scott and his wife put together what they call a “Vision video” that was a slideshow of the things they wanted to accomplish as a family. Looking back, Scott and his wife have achieved most of those objectives. Don’t just assume that you’ll get your goals eventually! Take time today and write them out or do something to keep them on your radar! The community you have around you matters.Did you know that the community you have around you makes a huge difference when it comes to your chances for success? Think about it, if you surround yourself with people who are always getting into trouble or talking about the negative side of every circumstance, where will that get you? Down a path, you don’t want to go down! You are responsible for the type of people you let into your world, don’t take it for granted! It might be time for you to take a serious inventory of the people who you let in your inner circle, are they causing you to succeed or are they holding you back? Learn more about the impact of your community from Scott and Shannon on this episode of The Amazing Seller! Mindset hacks that you can use.If you are ready to take action and get started on moving your mindset in the right direction, Dr. Shannon Irvine has a few places you can start. In her conversation with Scott, Shannon shared several mindset hacks.
These two hacks are just the tip of the iceberg! Start by analyzing the type of words you use and the narratives you tell yourself. What do you have to lose? To hear more from Shannon as she expands on this topic and more, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 8 February 2019
Are you fired up and ready to take your ecommerce business to the next level? What are you waiting for? If you need a little extra push to keep you going, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he makes a special announcement about TAS resources, shares one of his thoughts of the week, answers a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode featuring Scott’s expert advice! Make a decision and move on.Have you ever found yourself committed to a certain path or decision and you know that you need to make a change? What do you do? Do you keep pressing on even though you feel like you shouldn’t? Or do you bite the bullet and make a change? On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he describes an experience from his life and how that helped him see that sometimes you need to make a decision and move on. It wasn’t an easy decision to make, looking back, Scott realized that he should have made it sooner but, you live, and you learn. Find out what you can learn from Scott’s story by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! What to do if you aren’t excited about the direction of your brand.What should you do if you have a good deal on a solid product, but your heart just isn’t in it? Do keep pressing on or do you make a change? Scott got a question from a seller like you who had some success with a product but knew that they weren’t passionate about that particular market. Scott encouraged that seller to pivot and spend their energy on something that fired them up. He didn’t suggest shutting down the whole operation; he just suggested a pivot. You can do that too! Don’t become a slave to something that makes money but makes you miserable. Hear more from Scott as he expands on this important topic and much more! Resources designed just for you!What if there was a way for sellers like you expand your knowledge of how the ecommerce industry works? How would you change your approach? If you want to get an edge over the competition, Scott and his team have put together the resources you’ll need to do just that. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott announces two new resources designed for sellers like you, Ecom Business Formula training and the Ecom Biz Book. For more details on each of these resources, make sure to check out the resources section at the end of this post! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 6 February 2019
What if you could take all of that energy and excitement you have for your ecommerce business and funnel into a solid, future-proof strategy? Wouldn’t you love to have a tried and tested approach you can count on? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and his team as they expand on the benefits of a market-based strategy. In their conversation, the team explains the advantages of a market-based approach, why you need to build assets like an email list, how to validate a market, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this informative episode! Product-based vs. Market-based.What got you interested in building your ecommerce business? Did you fall in love with the idea of finding a one-off product and cashing in? Or did you get hooked on the idea of building something that can stand the test of time and go the distance? If you want to build a business that will last, you’ve got to be willing to adopt a market-based approach. Gone are the days where you can experience over-night success with one solid product. You’ve got to plan for the long-term by building a solid brand. To hear more about this important topic, make sure to catch this episode of The Amazing Seller! You need assets to help you go the distance.Part of planning for the future with your ecommerce business is building assets and tools away from the Amazon platform. If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott still believes that Amazon is the best place to start an ecommerce business. While that is still true, Scott encourages sellers like you to start creating assets like an email list right away. Don’t leave brand building and social media engagement to the last minute, start now! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this critical subject; you don’t want to miss it! A market validation process you can use.What does it take to shift your focus from a product-based approach to a market-based approach? Does the validation process look the same or should you aim for something different? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott goes over his market validation process. Scott’s process centers on answering these three questions.
This is just a small starting point to get you headed in the right direction when it comes to market validation. To get more helpful tips and insights from Scott, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Reverse engineer your way to success.How do you get from where you are to where you want to be? First, you’ve got to decide that where you are is not where you want to be a year from now. You’ve got to commit to leaving what is safe and comfortable behind! Then you need to get a clear picture of where you want to be. Once you have that settled, all you need to do is work your way back from there. While it may sound simple, it won’t be easy! You’ve got to be committed to putting in the work if you want to succeed. To hear more about what it takes to get the results you want to see, listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Sun, 3 February 2019
Do you ever wish you could go back and give your younger self some critical advice? What if you could get valuable insight from successful business leaders as they look back on their journey? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and his team as they reflect on the themes that were discussed at the recent TAS Inner Circle gathering. In their conversation, they talk about why it’s important to challenge yourself, some common myths about success and money, why you shouldn't let the fear of failure hold you back, and much more! If you aren’t growing, you are dying.When you get into a room with successful business leaders, a common theme that comes up is the drive to grow and invest in personal development. As Tony Robbins teaches, “If you aren’t growing, you are dying.” What are you doing to grow as a leader? How are you moving your ecommerce business forward? Don’t let moderate success, lull you into complacency - you’ve got to keep challenging yourself if you have any hope for long term success. To hear more about this important topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t let the fear of failure hold you back.Too often business leaders will get their business off of the ground and then throttle their efforts back because they are afraid of losing it all. If you let fear of failure dictate your business plans you’ll never get anywhere! Remember, you can always pivot and go back to a 9 to 5 job if you have to. Don’t let the fear of failure shape your plans for the future! What are you going to do to keep fear in its place? How will you press forward in your business? Listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and his team dive deep into this subject! If you work hard, you deserve your success.Have you ever felt guilty about your level of success? Did you grow up with a skeptical view of business leaders and entrepreneurs who build their business from the ground up? Many business leaders find themselves having to unlearn a negative mindset around money and making a profit. Scott encourages sellers like you to take a hard look at the mindset you have about money and make sure you are giving yourself permission to enjoy the success that your hard work has brought you. To hear more, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Is it a good idea to enter into a business partnership?Have you considered going into business with someone else to form a partnership? What are some of your concerns about entering into a business partnership? While Scott and his team don’t discourage sellers from going into a business partnership, they stress extreme caution. In many ways, a business partnership is like a marriage. You need to be certain that the person you are merging your future with is a good fit not just on paper but relationally as well. Don’t miss this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and his team go over this topic and much more! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 1 February 2019
What is the current status of your ecommerce business? Are you out there kicking butt and taking names or are you staling and searching for that one insight that will move the needle? If you find yourself in either camp or somewhere in between, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, his answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! The power of questions.Have you ever had an amazing conversation with someone who just kept asking really good questions to try and get to know you on a deeper level? The ability to ask the right questions is an important and powerful tool you need to have in your toolbox. This ability will help you as you navigate the challenges of starting your business and as you try to problem solve issues as they arise. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott explains why questions are so powerful; you don’t want to miss it! Yes, Amazon is the best place to launch your brand.Many ecommerce sellers find themselves wondering why they should use Amazon to launch their products. That’s a great question to ask! A day may come when Amazon is not the best place to launch a product, but that is not the case right now. Still, Amazon is a good place to launch a product because they are a trusted brand in the public’s eye. When you direct people to buy directly from your website, you are asking them to trust you, and they won’t do that if you haven’t earned their trust. Let Amazon help you build your business as it gets off of the ground; you won’t regret it. To hear more about this important topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Sell your product without sounding like a salesperson.Let’s face it; no one enjoys getting the hard sell from a salesperson. The salesperson probably doesn’t like giving their hard sell either! What should sellers like you do to sell your product without sounding like a salesperson? Thankfully, Scott has created a helpful email template that you can use to cut through all the BS and get to the heart of your message. Scott’s approach emphasizes the value of connecting with your audience as you would with someone you know personally. Don’t feel like you have to reinvent the wheel! Use Scott’s sample email as a starting point and then make it your own! For more helpful tips and insights like this one, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 30 January 2019
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a neat list of common mistakes that ecommerce businesses make and how to avoid them? Imagine the leg up that would give you over the competition. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he reveals helpful tips and insights on how to set your brand up for success. Scott also stresses the importance of creating a solid strategy and plan that plays to your strengths and puts you on the right track. Make sure to listen to this informative episode; you don’t want to miss it! Do your homework!What are the most important things you need to do for your ecommerce business to succeed? Do you need the right product? The right market? The best strategy? Yes, all three would be great! More importantly, you’ve got to be willing to put in the time and do your homework. This is not a venture for the faint of heart. Be prepared to dive deep into a potential market and explore all the angles before you commit. Don’t just think one step ahead, build out the possibilities for your brand and think several steps down the line. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this critical topic! Six reasons why products fail.Why do some ecommerce businesses take off while so many others crash and burn or even fail to get off of the runway? According to Scott, it all comes down to one of these six common mistakes that ecommercce entrepreneurs often make.
If you want to avoid these common mistakes and put your ecommerce business in a position for long-term success, make sure to listen to this episode. You’ll walk away with a good starting point and helpful tips that Scott has acquired from years of experience, don’t miss it! Make a plan and execute it.When was the last time that you completed a major personal or professional milestone? Do you have a solid track record of making plans and seeing them through the end? If not, it’s time to turn over a new leaf! Time and time again, Scott encourages sellers like you to think through your ecommerce business plan and to write it out on paper. When you take the time to write out and visualize your plans, it gives your efforts a more concrete feel. If you are ready to put in the time and effort to get your business off of the ground, you’ve come to the right place. To hear more about getting started, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 28 January 2019
What is the best way to get ahead in today’s ecommerce marketplace? Do you need to have the very best product that money can buy or do you just need a killer strategy? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he explains why he believes attention is the new currency. Scott also touches on how to monetize your traffic, five benefits of getting more traffic on your site, why you should become the top go-to resource in your target market, how to create compelling content, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this informative episode! Yes, you can monetize your traffic.One of the most obvious ways to prove that attention is the new currency is to look at how companies like Amazon and Google are making people pay for it. If you want to show up on Google’s search results, you’ve got to be willing to fork out some money to be on that first page. The other side of this is the fact that if you can gather a sizeable following, people will pay you for the privilege to get in front of your audience. For some specific ways that sellers like you can monetize your traffic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Five benefits of increasing your traffic.Still not convinced that taking steps to increase your traffic on your site will pay dividends for your brand? Scott was ready for you! He’s come up with five benefits that sellers like you will see if you take time and energy to get more people to your site.
Just one or two of these benefits would be worth it to pursue this strategy but take a look at all five! What else can you do to get these types of benefits for your brand? Not much! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on these benefits! Five ways to get more traffic to your site.What strategies have you been using to drive traffic to your ecommerce business’ home base? Have you thought of using paid services to get traffic to your site? Scott is here to help remove some of the mystery and lay out a clear path that sellers like you can use to increase traffic.
At the end of the day, what Scott wants to do is help sellers like you serve your market well. Scott’s number one rule for getting more traffic is for sellers to become a top resource in your market by giving value and being helpful. If you want to dive deeper with this valuable lesson, make sure to listen to this fascinating episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Thu, 24 January 2019
What strategies have been working for your ecommerce business? Have you tried anything different in the new year? Do you have questions that you’d like to send Scott’s way? You’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over why you should check out the Brand Accelerator Live event in September, his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this informative episode! If you think it, you can do it.What is holding you back? Seriously! Take a moment and consider what thoughts or ideas that you’ve internalized over the years that might be holding you back from success. Everyone has some sort of limiting belief in their life, some have massive hangups that keep them from taking action, and some have smaller ones. Have you dealt with yours yet? Don’t put this on the back burner, this could be the one thing that is holding your ecommerce business back. To hear more about this important topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Build an email list, what are you waiting for?Is it a good idea to feature your product in a giveaway group? If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is encouraging sellers to move away from this strategy. Rather, he’d like to see more sellers invest in assets like an email list. If you want your ecommerce business to go the distance, you need tools like an email list that allows you to connect directly with your target market. So what are you waiting for? You don’t need to have a list with 15,000 email addresses tomorrow, but you’ve got to start somewhere. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Sellers as Scott expands on this vital topic! Why you should connect with an influencer.One of the most popular methods of growing an ecommerce brand is by connecting social media personalities and influencers who have taken the time to build a unique following. If you want to expand your brand’s reach, why not consider partnering with an influencer in your niche market? Scott has dabbled with this approach, and he’s had some great experiences. Find out how your brand can benefit from tapping into the audience of social media personalities by listening to this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 23 January 2019
Is your ecommerce business on the right track? Does your current strategy have the legs to go the distance? If you want your business to last you’ve come to the right place! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over five filters you can use to validate your target market. Don’t leave the future of your ecommerce business all up to guesswork. Take advantage from this opportunity to learn from Scott’s tried and tested approach by listening to this helpful episode! Are you targeting a market or a one off-product?If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott wants to help sellers like you build your brand by serving a niche market. Have you located your target market yet? If you haven’t, it is not too late to find one! Don’t assume that you can build a profitable ecommerce business through one-off products; those days are numbered. Find out how you can build a sustainable business model by targeting a niche market on this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! Make sure your market has room for you to grow!Even when you find a niche market, that might not be enough to build a long term ecommerce business. Before you commit to a target market make sure that there is room for your brand to grow. Scott suggests that sellers like you thoroughly research the market you are looking at to see if it can support at least three to five additional products for you to introduce as your brand gets going. If you opt for skipping this important filter, be warned! You could be seriously limiting your brand’s long term chance for success. To hear more about this critical topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Why community in your market is so important.One of the best ways to find out if your target market has the depth to support your brand it to find out if there are social media groups already in place around the market. If you want to build a brand in the bass fishing market go and check Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube to see if there are people talking about this pastime. If you can’t find any groups talking about the market, you want to target it is a good idea to consider a different direction. The whole idea behind this is to let these already established groups act as a validation that your target market has momentum and an audience. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this important subject! Content is king.Time and time again Scott comes back to this important topic of content when he teaches on long term brand success. You’ve got to have an audience that is out there searching YouTube or Google for content about your target market. If you can find a niche market where people are gathering on Facebook or searching on YouTube you’ve got a huge chance for success. You don’t even have to be an expert on the subject matter to create relevant content; you can use it as a learning process inviting your audience along for the ride. Listen to this episode as Scott explains how sellers like you can develop content that engages your target audience. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 21 January 2019
What does it take to put yourself and your livelihood on the line to see your dreams become a reality? Is it as scary as it sounds? Is the reward worth all the risk? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he sits down with Kevin Sanderson. In their conversation, Kevin opens up about what led him to fire his boss, how that moment felt, why he is convinced that writing out goals is worthwhile, advice for sellers who are just getting started, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this inspiring episode featuring Kevin’s story! If you want to make a change, write it down!Do you write out your goals and plans? Have you ever thought of an idea that you’d do whatever it would take to make it happen? Most people shuffle through a life filled with hopes and dreams, but many fail to act on them. If it were easy to accomplish your dreams, everyone would do it! Don’t make life harder than it already is, put yourself in a position to succeed. One of the best ways you can do this is by writing out your thoughts on paper. In today’s world that may sound “old school” but it works! Scott has been stressing the value of writing things down for quite some time and his guest, Kevin Sanderson agrees. Kevin points to this simple practice as giving him the fuel he needed to keep going while he built his ecommerce business. To hear more about Kevin’s story and how writing out his plans helped him succeed, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! From taking someone elses marching orders to FREEDOM.While writing out your goals is a good first step, the hardest part is acting on them. How do you move from a place of security and comfort to a place of opportunity and risk? Kevin Sanderson struggled with a foot in each camp for a long time; he wanted the security of his day job and the opportunity of his ecommerce business. He was able to manage this tension for a while, but eventually, he had to pick a direction and give it his full effort and attention. Would he shrink back from the challenge or would he walk into the unknown? The freedom of living life on his terms was too much for Kevin to walk away from so he fired his boss and hadn’t looked back. Could you make a move as bold as Kevin’s? What is holding you back? Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Kevin shares more insights that helped him take action; you don’t want to miss it! You need people in your corner who will support you.Who do you have in your corner cheering you on as you build your ecommerce business? While it would be nice to have a supportive coach who guides you every step of the way, that is not realistic. You can surround yourself with family members who encourage you, and you can join groups who will help you keep your eye on the prize. Kevin has been a TAS follower just like you, he attended workshops and learned from Scott’s helpful lessons over the years. All of the support and encouragement that Kevin received from the TAS community played a huge role in helping him get his business off of the ground. As much as you’d like it to be true, you can’t do it all alone. Make sure you have the right people in your corner! To hear more about this important topic, listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 18 January 2019
When was the last time that you got a great piece of advice that helped you and your ecommerce business? Has it been a while since you had a good insight that you’ve implemented? If you are ready to take your brand to the next level of growth, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. In this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this informative episode! Something is better than nothing.Many entrepreneurs believe that if you don’t swing for the fences every time, then you are just wasting your efforts. Do you think that is true? Does every effort have to be a home run? What if you don’t have the means or the information to go as far as you’d like, should that stop you from trying? No! Too often business leaders like you believe the lie that if you settle for a good step, you’ll never make a great step. That thinking can paralyze you and keep you complacent! Even if you can only make a small step toward your goal today, it’s better than nothing! To hear Scott explain how this simple truth has played out in his life, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! You only fail when you give up!What does failure look like? Is it defined by how much money you lose? According to Scott, failure is when you throw in the towel! Your journey to building your ecommerce business will be full of highs and lows along the way. How you react to those low points is up to you. Will you let it defeat you and pull you out of the game or will you keep pressing forward toward your goal? If you have any hope for long term success, you’ve got to have the right mindset. Don’t let challenges and roadblocks distract you. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this important lesson; you don't want to miss it! Why you need to get your products on multiple channels.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you build out their brand and feature products on multiple channels. Why does it matter if your products are on multiple channels? Why do you need assets like email lists that are independent of Amazon? To secure a long term future for your brand! It is foolishness to put all your eggs in the Amazon basket. Give your brand a chance to succeed and look for ways to plant seeds and build out alternative channels early in your brand if possible. To get more info on how to future proof your brand, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 16 January 2019
What does it take to build a thriving brand online? How do you create a following and leverage your influence to achieve your goals? What happens when you feel the need to make a shift and end up walking away from the very thing that brought you all that success? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his guest, Jill Stanton. Hard work pays off.Jill and Josh started their journey in 2011 working jobs they saw no future in and decided that they needed to make a change. They leapt and started putting together an ecommerce business focused on skin care. While it took a lot of hard work and sleepless nights, their hard work paid off, and they were able to secure their first month with $1,000 in profit. They ended up selling that business for $50,000 and went on to start several other businesses in 2012. The big takeaway from Jill and Josh’s initial success is that they were sick of their current circumstances and decided to do something about it. In short, they took action! They weren’t experts in skin care; they were just willing to go out there, put in the work, and trust that profit would follow and it did! Don’t become a slave to your business!Success and growth are a what every business leader is after, right? But what happens when all of the success becomes a weight that drags you down? From Jill and Josh, the complexity and daily demand of their business began to take a toll and caused them to rethink their approach. The last thing you want in business is to find yourself shackled to something that doesn’t fulfil you. It might sound crazy, but their story could be your story! What will you do when that moment comes and feel like you’ve become a slave to your business? Will you stay committed and miserable or will you make the changes necessary? To hear how Jill and Josh pivoted and took their efforts in a new direction, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! What do you really want?At the end of the day, one of the best things you can do for your business is to identify your “why.” If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you figure out this important aspect of entrepreneurship. Do you know your “why?” When was the last time you reevaluated it? For some people that “why” will be a constant but for others, it will need to change as their business grows. Learn from Josh and Jill’s story and how asking the question “What do I really want?” helped them get to the core of their “why” by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Sun, 13 January 2019
Is it still possible to build an ecommerce business as Scott teaches? Hasn’t the ship on this type of opportunity already sailed? While Scott has provided a ton of helpful lessons and insights, nothing is quite as powerful as testimonies from sellers like you who have put those lessons into practice! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Colin and Angie as they talk to Scott about their ecommerce business. In their conversation, Colin and Angie explain how they got started with ecommerce, how they’ve built their brand, challenges they’ve faced along the way, their plans for the future, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this fascinating episode! It all started with a test.What was it that led you to start down this road of building an ecommerce business? Are you sick and tired of your day job and want the freedom of the entrepreneurial lifestyle? Everyone has to start somewhere, you’ve got to get to the point where your status quo isn’t acceptable anymore, and that leads to change. Colin decided that he didn’t want to jump in with both feet, he wanted to just test the waters before making a full commitment. That initial $100 test ended up getting Colin, and his wife, Angie hooked! Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as they open up about their story and what it took for them to go all in! Building a solid team.Eventually, your ecommerce business will grow to the point where you will need to build a team. What does building a team look like? What role should you hire for first? Should you bring on someone you know or should you build a team of virtual assistants? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Colin and Angie explain how they took the first steps to build a team in their business. According to Colin, the best route is to find someone either in person or remotely who you can hand off small tasks to. Once they’ve proven that they can handle those small tasks, start training them and give them larger ones, a little at a time. To hear Colin expand on this critical topic, make sure to listen to this episode! Diversifying and building assets off of Amazon.Gone are the days where you could build a thriving ecommerce business exclusively off of platforms like Amazon. Does that mean that utilizing Amazon is a waste of time? No! Just don’t put all of your eggs in that basket. There are a ton of different ways that sellers like you can invest in your business and create assets that will bring you income away from Amazon. This is the reason why building an email list and expanding your brand to places like YouTube, and your blog is so important! To hear more about diversifying your brand, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller. Business doesn’t have to always be so serious!Too often many business leaders get so locked in on building their brand and achieving success that they forget why they got started in the first place! Chances are, you are not building your own business so you can have a bad attitude and feel more important than everyone else. Don’t fall for the line that business has to be serious all the time! Remember why you got started, to have more freedom and enjoy life with people you love. Do whatever you need to do to have fun and work toward your goals! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Colin and Angie share how they keep their ecommerce business fun. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 11 January 2019
How is your ecommerce business handling the new year? Are you off to a great start or you could you use a burst of energy and inspiration? If you need a little push, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, answers a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this informative and engaging episode! Don’t stop!We’ve all been there; you gain some momentum in your business and then suddenly something smacks you across the face. Maybe for you, it was a product that couldn’t bring in the profits you had hoped for, or it was a sudden health issue or financial challenge. There are a ton of reasons out there that can cause you to freeze in your tracks. While there is no way to avoid these obstacles, what you can control is how you respond to them. Will you let these challenges keep you down or will you pick yourself back up and keep headed toward your goal? To hear Scott’s encouraging message about staying the course, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! The old method won’t get you far.It’s time to come to terms with the fact that the old method of putting up a variation of a trending product just to catch a bit of the magic (and profits) is dying if not already dead. So what is the solution? Can you still make money by selling product on Amazon? Yes! You just have to be willing to put in the work. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott explains how sellers like you can adapt and adjust to a more effective strategy for growing your business! Four ways to drive sales for your product listing.What does it take to get sales and traffic to your Amazon product listing these days? Do you have to go all out and spend huge sums of money on a PPC campaign or is there another way? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott lays out four ways to drive sales to your product listing.
To hear Scott expand on each of these important steps that will help you grow your ecommerce business, make sure to listen to this informative episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Tue, 8 January 2019
What do you do when you strike gold with an innovative idea? Do you ride the wave until it ends, use the funds to invest in a more stable opportunity, or do something else entirely? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he drives to his lake house with his father (Poppa V). In their conversation, Poppa V opens up about his blog, how he earned $20,000 a month at one point, why it all came crashing down, and much more. You don’t want to miss this engaging episode featuring Poppa V’s story! Riding the wave.Can you imagine what it would be like to stumble upon an idea that earned you $20,000 a month? Does it sound too good to be true? It was! A few years ago, Poppa V created a blog where he could send his old Navy buddies and share content that they all enjoyed. What started as a way to stay in touch and share funny YouTube videos soon turned into a money-making opportunity. Following Scott’s advice, Poppa V utilized AdSense to start collecting revenue from all the traffic he was getting on his blog. Once the traffic spiked and a link got shared, the profits started rolling in, at one point Poppa V made about $29,000 in one month! Unfortunately, the wave he was riding came to an end, two years later Google shut down the AdSense pipeline on the site. To get the full story from Scott and Poppa V, make sure to listen to this episode! Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket!One of the best takeaways you can get from a story like Poppa V’s is that you should do everything you can to avoid placing all of your eggs in one basket! Scott had encouraged Poppa V to start collecting email addresses so he could expand the venture if it got shut down but a clear plan never really panned out. You can keep this from happening to your business! Figure out a plan right now, so you don’t have to decide what to do when the time comes. Assume that one of the channels your brand uses will get shut down at some point, that trains you to diversify! Learn more about this important subject from Scott by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller. If you don’t take a risk, you’ll never grow.What is your plan to expand your business? What will be your goose that lays the golden egg? The truth is, no one will come along to drop a money making idea in your lap, you have to go out there come up with one! What are you waiting for? Innovate, experiment, take a risk! The saying is true, “If you want something you have never had, you must be willing to do something you have never done.” This is one of the best environments for business building, will you jump in and swim or will you sink? Let Poppa V’s story help guide your way as you look to make 2019 a great year! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 7 January 2019
Is your ecommerce business firing on all cylinders? Are you considering making some changes to your business in 2019? What if there was a way to increase sales and drive traffic for free? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they dive deep into this important topic. In their conversation, the guys break down why building an email list is so critical, what the actual cost of building an email list is, how an email list gives your brand a unique advantage, and so much more. Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode! Do give away contests really work?If you’ve been in the ecommerce industry for very long, you’ve probably heard of sellers who use give away contests to get an email list built, but does that really work? Don’t you end up with a bloated list of people who want a free product or prize? While the chances of getting people who are just in it for the prize is a factor to consider, you can limit that issue by giving away a prize or product connected to your target market. If you are going into kyack bass fishing, you shouldn’t run a give away featuring a new iphone! Make sure you are using a giveaway strategy that works by listening to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! Is an email list worth the cost to build?Have you considered building an email list for your ecommerce brand? What is keeping you from pulling the trigger and building it? Are you worried about the cost that it’ll require? According to Scott, the benefits of building an email list vastly outweigh the costs. With an email list, you can drive sales, spike traffic, launch new channels for your brand, get feedback on what people will buy, and so much more. If you are on the fence about building an email list for your eceommerce brand, this the episode you need to listen to! Attention is the new currency.Did you know that attention is the new currency in today’s ecommerce marketplace? It’s true! If your ecommerce business has established an audience, there is no limit to what you can do to create streams of revenue. From blogging to building out a thriving YouTube channel, if you have people following you, the value of your business goes through the roof! Don’t miss this opportunity to take your business to the next level of growth. To hear more about how to capitalize on an audience you’ve built from the ground up, make sure to listen to this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! 10 reasons why you should build an email list.How can an asset like an email list help your ecommerce business grow? Does it all come down to luck or is there something that sellers like you can do to properly position your business for long-term success? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they provide ten reasons why sellers like you should build an email list.
To hear more from Scott and Chris and to get the full list of ten reasons why sellers should build an email list, make sure to listen to this episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 4 January 2019
The new year has arrived, are you and your ecommerce business ready for it? Have you mapped out your plans and goals for this new year or are you still struggling to come up with a plan of attack? If you need a little push to get started, you’ve come to the right place! It is time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he provides his helpful thought of the week, answers a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! Celebrate growth!With the start of 2019, now is a great time to take a look back to celebrate your personal and professional growth. Many successful business leaders stress the value of taking time to practice gratitude, have you found it helpful? How will you mark significant milestones and achievements in your life and business? Don’t become so focused and driven that you fail to acknowledge how far you’ve come! Learn more from Scott about why celebrating your growth is so important by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you might need to clean up your PPC campaigns.Do you have a handle on your business and how it is running? Do you know how well your PPC spending is performing or has it been a while since you ducked in to take a look under the hood? According to Scott, you could be losing valuable resources if you haven't’ evaluated your PPC usage lately. Don’t let an easy fix and adjustment go unnoticed! Jump in and clean things up if you need to, what do you have to lose? To hear Scott expand on this critical subject, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! Reserve your spot for Brand Accelerator Live!Have you secured your spot for Brand Accelerator Live yet? This is your chance to invest in your business and get the tools you need to take it to the next level of growth. If you are hesitant about committing to this event, you should know that Scott and his team have worked hard to ensure that sellers like you will receive tremendous value from attending. They’ve lined up some amazing guests, and you’ll get a chance to connect with fellow entrepreneurs who are in the same boat as you. Get more details about this exciting event by checking out the link in the resources section! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 2 January 2019
Do you ever find yourself stuck in your efforts to build your ecommerce business? What have you tried to break out of that funk? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he provides his helpful take on getting back on track and achieving your goals. Don’t let distraction and overwhelm win the day! Have pen and paper ready so you can get all the tips you need to stay focused by listening to this powerful episode. You don’t want to miss it! Write it down.Did you know that writing something down helps your brain to process it better? Think of all those times you saw your mom write down a shopping list before she went out, writing it out works! Why do we take the time to write down simple tasks like grocery lists but we don’t take the time to write out our goals or strategic thoughts for our business? If you want to make a change in your personal and professional practices, trying journaling for a month. What do you have to lose? Find out how journaling has helped Scott in his business by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Create blocks of time for your work objectives.Have you ever blocked out a chunk of time in your day to commit to one task or objective? How did that go for you? Some of the most successful business leaders break their day up in blocks of time that they have dedicated to a specific goal. Is your time management system working for you? If it is not, consider blocking out two hours of your day and watch how effective this practice can be. To hear more about creating blocks of your time, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Build structure and plan out your day.How do you like your current daily routine? Does your routine set you up for success or could it use a makeover? Let’s face it; most people stumble upon a daily routine, very few people proactively plan out their day. What would it look like for you to take the time to sketch out and schedule your day the night before? Do you think that it would help you stay focused and structured? Take your business to the next level of success by ordering and organizing your work day! Learn more about this valuable practice from Scott’s seasoned perspective by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Avoid distractions like the plague!What do you do to handle the distractions around you on a daily basis? Have you considered setting up boundaries and practices that will minimize the distractions you face at home or in your office? According to Scott, removing the distractions in your life is the only way to focus in on what matters in your business. A good place to start removing your distractions is to eliminate social media from your phone or computer during work hours; there are a ton of helpful ways to accomplish this, what are you waiting for? To get a full breakdown on how to remove common distractions from your daily routine, make sure to listen to this eye-opening episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 31 December 2018
Is your ecommerce business set up for long-term success or are you just one Amazon policy change away from collapse? That might sound dramatic, but the truth is, it happens to sellers like you all the time! If you are the New Years resolution setting type person then consider making 2019 the year that you future-proof your business! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he runs through his ten-step process for future proofing your business. Make sure to have pen and paper ready for this episode; you are going to need it! Where are you focused?It’s gut check time and what a perfect point to do it, just as 2018 comes to a close. As you look ahead, what are you focused on for the coming year? Do you plan on making small changes or are you going for big ones? As Scott looks back on the progress he has made with TAS and his new brand, he’s convinced now, more than ever that the key to success in business is showing up. Are you committed to your business? Will you work toward it even if you run into roadblocks and challenges? If you are in it for the long haul, stick around, Scott has some valuable tips and insights for leaders like you! Get to know your market.The primary reason that many ecommerce brands fail is a lack of proper knowledge about their market. Too often a well-intentioned seller chooses a market and rushes in full steam ahead without conducting thorough market research. Don’t let that happen to you! Put in the time you need to know what your market needs and how to deliver it in a way that excites and engages your audience. If you find yourself struggling to come up with a strategy for researching your market, you’ve come to the right place! Listen to this episode as Scott provides several ways that sellers like you can get started, you don’t want to miss it! Create a home base for your brand.As your ecommerce business builds momentum, what is your vision for your brand? Do you expect to build it completely dependent on Amazon or do you dream of taking your brand away from Amazon once it reaches a certain point of profitability? According to Scott, it is not too early to start building your home base, a central location for your brand. Don’t assume that you have to have a fully fleshed out home base in mind; you can start small. For some helpful ideas on what this looks like, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Build your email list!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about getting ecommerce sellers like you to build an email list. How is that going for you? Have you started building your list yet? An email list is one of the best assets that a seller can have in his rapidly changing ecommerce marketplace. If you own your list, you can weather any storm that might come your way. Future-proof your business by investing your time and energy into building a solid email list. Discover more about this important topic by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 28 December 2018
Is 2019 going to be the year that you take your ecommerce business to the next level of growth? What is currently holding your business back? Is it time to start investing in your development as a leader? If you are ready to do the hard work necessary, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over how you can attend Brand Accelerator Live in 2019, his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! Brand Accelerator Live!As you look back at 2018, can you honestly say that you have invested in your personal growth as a leader? Have you read any books or attended any events that really challenge your thinking and help you step outside of the box? If you’d like 2019 to be the year where you turn things around for your business, you’ve got to take advantage of Brand Accelerator Live! To find out how this event will set your brand up for success, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Think about long-term success.Have you ever felt like your business often takes two steps forward and one step backward? What will it take to get out of the constant short-term successes and really tackle those larger goals in life and business? According to Scott, your success is directly tied to your long-term strategy for your business. When was the last time you evaluated your strategy? If you are ready to up your game for 2019, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott dives deep into this critical topic for ecommerce sellers like you! How to make sure your PPC efforts are working on Amazon.Have you ever had an issue with your PPC efforts on Amazon? What was your solution? Have you made adjustments to your approach? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over a question from a TAS follower like you who is having some hiccups with their PPC usage. Here are a few helpful places to start, according to Scott.
If you are having issues with your PPC strategy, you aren’t alone! To get a full breakdown of solutions you can try to get to the bottom of this issue, make sure to listen to this helpful episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 26 December 2018
Do you have a good plan in place for your business as 2019 looms over the horizon? Are your goals and plans achievable or are they too lofty? Are they challenging enough or too easy to obtain? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he explains his approach to creating a business plan, why it's important to take action ASAP, and so much more. If you are ready to up your game and get the most of your efforts for the coming year, this is the episode for you! Have pen and paper ready; you are going to need it! Successful leaders make a plan.Have you ever found yourself wondering how certain business leaders get to the level of fame and fortune they enjoy? Did they inherit money? Were they lucky? Did they pull themselves up by their bootstraps? Each successful leader is going to have a different aspect of their story, but all leaders who continue to succeed do so because they’ve got a plan in place. Do you have your plan figured out? Have you written it out yet? Why not place it on the refrigerator door? If you have any hope of making it big with your ecommerce business, you’ve got to make sure your plan is front and center! Learn more about the value of planning from Scott on this episode of The Amazing Seller; you don’t want to miss it! Scott’s five step plan.Even if you have a plan in place, it is always helpful to review that plan and see if there are ways you can adjust it, so it fits in that sweet spot between challenging and attainable. To give you a good reference point, Scott has laid out his five steps for creating a business plan.
This five-step plan from Scott is only a starting point. Make it your own, play with it, just get started! Don’t put it off or hope to get it done at some point, do it today! What do you have to lose? To hear more from Scott about this critical topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t miss Brand Accelerator Live!Do you have your tickets for Brand Accelerator Live yet? What are you waiting for? This is the one ecommerce event that you’ve got to make time to attend in 2019! Don’t let excuses get in your way; you need to invest in your growth as a leader. Connecting with Scott’s content and the fantastic TAS community could be just the thing your brand needs to move past the competition. If you get on the ball and sign up right now, you’ll be able to catch the early bird pricing! Get more information in the resources section at the end of this post! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 24 December 2018
Wouldn’t it be nice if there was a way to sidestep your competition and build a profitable ecommerce business? Good news, you can do just that! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he provides his take on building an ecommerce business with a niche market in mind. Don’t leave it all up to trial and error or guesswork, learn from the seasoned perspective that Scott provides! Make sure you have pen and paper ready, you are going to need it! Make sure to attend Brand Accelerator Live!Do you have your ticket for Brand Accelerator Live yet? What are you waiting for? Don’t be shy about investing in your growth as a business leader. This special TAS event is one you don’t want to miss out on! Scott and his team have worked hard to make this event worthwhile and valuable. If you want to grow as a business leader and innovator in 2019, this is the event you’ve got to attend. To hear more about Brand Accelerator Live and how to sign up, listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! A tried and tested approach.Let’s face it, gone are the days where you could find a random product on Amazon, source it yourself and then turn a massive profit. Does this signal the end of private label business viability? Not according to Scott! He remains convinced that there are plenty of opportunities available for the ecommerce seller who is willing to put in the work. Are you ready to take Scott’s seasoned advice? Are you willing to follow his tired and tested approach? Learn more about how to get your ecommerce business started the right way by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Four steps for niching down your target market.Where can start if you are ready to drill down in your target market? Is there a clear cut method you can follow to help you as you start this process? Yes! Scott has developed a four-step process you can follow that will get you well on your way to niching down in your target market.
To get your ecommerce business started with the most targeted and niched down brand possible, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller for all key info you need! Niche down, then go even further!Do you think you’ve gone as far as you can with niching down your target market? Not so fast, think again! Did you know that you can increase your chances for profitability if you force yourself to niche down even further? The deeper you go drill down into your target market, the harder it will be for someone to hijack your listing or give you serious competition. To hear more about how to niche down your target market as far as possible, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 21 December 2018
It’s crazy to think but the New Year is just around the corner! Are you ready for 2019? More importantly, is your ecommerce business ready for what 2019 has in store? If you need a little burst of momentum to get you going in the right direction, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he provides one of his signature thoughts of the week, goes over an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this engaging episode! Take time to create YOUR plan!As the New Year draws closer, it is a great time to stop and consider what your plan is for the new year. Do you have a plan? What are the big goals? What are the small goals that will help you achieve those larger ones? If you don’t sit down and make a plan, you can’t expect anything in your life or business to change! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he explains the value of sitting down with pen and paper to map out your plan for success. If you are ready to take your future seriously, make sure to listen to this episode featuring Scott’s valuable insights! Tools to help you succeed.Is your head spinning from all the options out there on the marketplace when it comes to setting up your ecommerce business? From picking the right email service to figuring out domain names and hosting sights, do you feel out of your element? If your answer is yes, you aren’t alone! There are tons of budding ecommerce business owners out there who need a little guidance to get their business off the ground and headed in the right direction. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott runs through a good list of his favorite resources, you can also find the links in the resource section at the end of this post! Take action!At the end of the day, all the planning and list of resources don’t mean anything if you fail to take action! Make a resolution today, or wait a few days until January 1st if you need to! Resolve to take action and get your business in the place you want it to be this time next year. If you sit around waiting for momentum to materialize or someone to come along and hold your hand every step of the way, you’ll be waiting forever! Let this episode of The Amazing Seller serve as your wake up call to get out there and take action! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 19 December 2018
Is there a magic formula for success in the ecommerce sector? Can you just find the right product to sell and then sit back and enjoy overnight success? Not so fast, things are changing! While you might be able to score some short-term success by selling a water filter on Amazon, you need a more robust strategy for long-term success. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as Chris as they break down their formula for building an ecommerce brand that can go the distance. Make sure you have pen and paper ready for this informative episode, you don’t want to miss it! How to find the right niche market.Have you found your niche market yet? Are you ready to go out there and build a business based on your passion? Now is the time to act! There are so many tools and methods that ecommerce sellers like you can use to get your business off the ground and build your niche audience. Scott and Chris encourage sellers to take the time and drill down to locate that specific niche market that you can use to build your brand. If you are struggling with finding your niche, this is the episode for you! Listen as the guys explain how sellers like you can get started on the right foot! Product discovery.Where do you even start to get an idea for the products that will succeed on ecommerce platforms like Amazon? Is it a good idea to just start searching online to see what sells in high volumes? What knowledge, skills, or expertise do you have that can be turned into a product? There is some aspect of your background that gives you a leg up on the competition because you already know the market and need. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Chris explain how sellers like you can discover the right products to sell on Amazon! Make sure to build your home base!Once you’ve figured out your target audience and you’ve picked the right product to get your brand started, it’s time to start thinking long-term. While Amazon is a great place to get your ecommerce business off of the ground, you need to have a plan in place to expand beyond Amazon. A great way to get started while you wait for your product to arrive is to begin building your home base. Don’t overthink this step! You can start small and grow your home base from a small blog to a thriving ecommerce store, the key is to start somewhere. To get more helpful information on this important step, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Three ways to launch your product on Amazon.Did you know that there are three ways you can launch your ecommerce product on Amazon? Which way is the best? It depends! Scott and Chris are here to take you through each way to launch your product on Amazon.
How do you determine which way is the best way for you? What if you want to use more than one method? To get the full explanation of each approach to launch your product, make sure to catch this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 17 December 2018
Have you ever had a moment when you got amazing news and then a few minutes later you find out that the news wasn’t as great as you thought it was? Unfortunately, a similar situation has cropped up in ecommerce circles with the new tax law. Here to help bring clarity to the subject is Josh Bauerle. In his conversation with Scott, Josh explains the confusion surrounding the tax law, how it will affect ecommerce sellers like you, steps you can take to make sure you are working off of the right information, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! Wait, what happened?Like most ecommerce sellers you were probably pumped to hear about the new change in the tax policy that allows businesses to write off inventory whether they sell it or not. This news was hailed as a game changer as it would save small business owners a ton of costs when it comes to taxes. Sometimes that old saying holds, “If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” Josh Bauerle and Scott took their time and did their due diligence tracking down all the info they thought they’d need to bring this new change to the TAS community. As it turns out, the tax policy is not as clear as they thought it would be on this change. The debate continues as different CPA’s have different takes on how business owners should interpret the new tax law. Why you need a CPA.This issue serves as a prime example to show ecommerce sellers why they need to have established a relationship with a CPA that they can trust. The benefit of having a relationship with a CPA who knows your specific business is that they can take a look at this new tax policy and give you their professional opinion on how you should adjust your business practices accordingly. If you only take your financial advice from what you hear or read online, pause! You need a CPA in your corner helping you through all the ins and outs. Don’t try to game the system.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott works hard to make sure that the advice he gives toes the ethical line. He doesn’t want to walk right up to it or mess around with shady business practices, and neither should you! Some voices in the ecommerce community are sharing ways you can manipulate your business and game the system to work in your advantage. You should see blaring red lights when this happens! While it may take more work and cause you to take the long route to success, keeping your business practices ethical will allow you to build something you can be proud of. To hear more about this tax policy news and more from Josh and Scott, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Thu, 13 December 2018
It’s that time of the week again, another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! This is the place to get that extra push, so ecommerce sellers like you can go out there and build the business of your dreams! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they explain how sellers can list a product on Amazon successfully without an email list. While they don’t recommend this as the best strategy, it’s helpful info for those of you who are ready to jump in. Don’t miss a minute of this informative episode from Scott and Chris! Make sure to catch the TAS Breakthrough U deal!What have you done lately to invest in your growth as a business leader? Have you been reading books on running a small business? Have you been investing in your personal growth and mindset? If you want to have an advantage over your competition, you’ve got to take the time to invest in your personal growth. One great way to do this is by taking advantage of the TAS Breakthrough U training deal. This special package of courses and resources is only available at a discounted rate until December 20th. What are you waiting for? Check out the link to this exclusive offer located in the resources section at the end of this post. Launching with PPC only.Can you launch a product on Amazon only using PPC? Yes, you can! Remember, if you are taking this route, you’ve got to have your margins dialed in. Don’t think you can jump in with razor thin margins and make a successful run. At the end of the day, Scott and Chris are not huge fans of this PPC only option. They’d rather see sellers like you diversify your methods in the event that one method fails, you have a backup plan in place. To hear the guys explain how you can make a PPC only campaign work, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Be patient, these things take time.Let’s face it; we live in a fast-paced society where everyone is trained to get what they want when they want it, which is usually right away. Is it fair to bring those same expectations to your ecommmerce business? According to Scott and Chris, the answer is no! As an ecommerce business owner, you’ve got to fight that impulse to move on from something when you don’t see immediate results. You are going to need a good helping of patience if you have any hope to see the strategy for your brand play out successfully. Learn more about this vital topic from Scott and Chris by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller; you don’t want to miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 12 December 2018
What if you decided to take action on that business idea that has been circling in your head? Would it even pan out? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his guest, Jesse Wilson. In his conversation with Scott, Jesse opens up about his successful YouTube channel, how the channel went from idea to reality, what steps he has taken to monetize the channel, plans he has for the future, and much more. Scott also shares some helpful tips for Jesse to get even more potential out of this thriving channel. Have pen and paper ready; you don't’ want to miss a minute of this engaging episode! Just start!There are a ton of reasons why you shouldn’t step out and start an ecommerce business. You could fall flat on your face, or you could end up looking like a fool. Will you let that stop you? The only difference between you and a successful business leader like Jesse Wilson is a moment of action! Jesse stepped out of what was safe and comfortable and he risked a lot by starting his YouTube channel. That could be you! Dig deep and summon the courage to take a leap and accomplish your goals. You’ve got tools and insights from the TAS community right here at your fingertips, what are you waiting for? The power of setting goals.What goals do you hope to accomplish both personally and professionally by this time next year? Will you find yourself in the same situation you are in today or will things have changed for the better? If you have any hope for change, you’ve got to start setting goals and knocking them out! Take a look at some of the most successful business leaders, and you’ll find people who set goals and accomplish them. You don’t have to start big, you make a little list of three goals, knock those out and then make a new list. Learn how Jesse Wilson reached his goals by listening to this powerful episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! Creating partnerships.A great way to build momentum with your ecommerce business is to create a partnership with other brands and social media influencers. Take a look at some of the high performing channels on YouTube; chances are they promote a product or service. You can put your business in the best position for success by creating a partnership. Jesse Wilson saw the benefit of cross-promotion and brand partnership with his YouTube channel and encourages sellers like you to do the same. Learn more from Jesse’s perspective by listening to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t be afraid to learn along the way!Let’s face it; there is something in your business that you are afraid to try. You don’t know how the whole thing will work out and scares you. Are you going to let that fear hold you back? Why should you? You don’t have to have all the answers or the perfect plan that will succeed without any problems; you can learn as you go. Get out there and make it happen, entrepreneurship is not for the timid. Learn what you can from the stories of gutsy leaders like Scott and Jesse and then go out there and write your own! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 10 December 2018
Do you ever find yourself struggling to move forward in your business goals? Have you had that feeling of taking two steps forward and one step back every time you gain even a little momentum? What is the solution? How do you break out of the cycle and streamline your efforts? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his guest, James Clear. In his conversation with Scott, James opens up about his experience learning from the habits of successful business leaders, what it takes to overcome barriers in your way, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this powerful episode! Atomic Habits.What would lead someone to write a book about habits? James Clear, one of the world’s leading experts on habit formation. He is known for his ability to distill complex topics into simple behaviors that can be easily applied to daily life and work. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Entrepreneur, Time, and on CBS This Morning. His website receives millions of visitors each month, and hundreds of thousands subscribe to his popular email newsletter. He is a regular speaker at Fortune 500 companies, and his work is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. Make sure to check out the link to his book, “Atomic Habits” located in the resources section at the end of this post! Relative success is hard work.How do people become successful? Does it all come down to luck or can you muster up enough hard work to be successful? According to James Clear, luck can and does play a factor in the success of many individuals. Ultimately, we can’t all sit around waiting for luck to strike! James says that “Absolute success is luck, relative success is hard work.” This statement means that all things being equal, your success is determined not by luck but by hard work. That’s great news! You have control of your desiney. What are you going to do with it? Learn more from James about this critical topic by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! What it takes to break through barriers.Every business leader has faced a barrier or roadblock at some point on their journey to success. What is your plan for overcoming the challenges that are waiting for you? Is your plan to cross that bridge when you come to it or do you have a plan in place ahead of time? James Clear says that one of the best ways to prepare for challenges and roadblock is to stay flexible. If you have a fixed plan in place that can’t handle any adaptation or changes, you’ve set yourself up for failure. Don’t let that happen to you! Give yourself permission to change and learn along the way. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as James and Scott expand on this valuable subject! Lessons learned from the habits of successful people.What are some helpful takeaways and lessons you can learn from the habits of successful people? Which ones will you take and adapt as your own so you can move your business forward? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, James Clear provides several helpful lessons he has learned from observing the habits of successful business leaders.
These are just a few, brief glimpses into the wonderful insights and lessons that James has collected through his research. Listen to this episode as James and Scott dive deeper into the role habits play and much more! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 7 December 2018
You made it to the end of the week, congratulations! Now it’s time for another great session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. Dive right into your weekend energized and ready to tackle your goals and put your ecommerce business in the right position for success. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, gives an update on TAS resources, provides an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! Have you signed up for TAS Breakthrough U?As the holidays approach and you position your brand to take advantage of this great shopping season, why not consider investing in your business? One of the best ways to get your business headed in the right direction from the start is to get reliable and time-tested tools that you can use. Scott has prepared a great package full of training, classes, groups, and much more. Learn more about TAS Breakthrough U by checking out the link in the resources section at the end of this post. Hurry, this deal ends December 20th! Don’t be so quick to give up!Let’s face it, too often people are more than ready to give up on something that doesn’t respond the way they think it should. Do you find yourself getting frustrated when little things like your internet connection taking too long? Our society has conditioned us to give up and throw in the towel the moment things get delayed. Don’t fall for that mindset! If you have any hope for your ecommerce business to get off of the ground and running, you’ve got to have a deep well of patience. Buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy journey, but it will be worth it. To hear Scott expand on this valuable insight and much more, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Is your product listing optimized?One of the most important things that you have to do from the start is to optimize your product listing for keywords. This includes your title and your bullet points. If you are selling a garlic press, you need to make sure you have that keyword phrase in the title of your product listing. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he explains the importance of optimizing your product listing for keywords and how that effort will help you as you seek to rank for keywords on Amazon. If you want to make sure your product is in the best position to succeed, you don’t want to miss this critical episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 5 December 2018
How do you build an ecommerce business that will generate the revenue you need to fulfil your goals? What if there was a clear and easy to follow system you could implement as you build the foundations of your business? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as explains how the new TAS Breakthrough U offer works, why you need to build an email list for your ecommerce brand, how to connect with your audience, what it takes to create engaging content, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of his detailed and helpful episode featuring Scott’s experienced perspective! Why you need an email list for your brand.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is serious about getting sellers like you to utilize an email list. Why is Scott so convinced that an email list is vital to building an ecommerce brand? Simply put, it’s the best way to keep in contact with your audience and drive traffic to your product listing. What are you waiting for? What is preventing you from starting your email list today? To hear more about his critical tool for building your ecommerce brand, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Make sure your brand has a social media presence.Let’s face it, an email list alone won’t get your brand the traction it needs to compete in the ecommerce marketplace. You’ve got to think outside of the box and use additional channels to draw in your ideal audience and keep them engaged as you build up your brand. According to Scott, creating a Facebook page and a Facebook group is a great way to build depth for your brand cost-effectively. Scott isn’t just spitballing with this Facebook angle, he’s done it with his ecommerce brand, and he’s seen it work. Learn more from Scott’s valuable insights by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Deliver value to your audience.Have ever signed up for a newsletter or an email list only to find that the content is worthless? If you’ve had that experience, why would you want to put someone else through it? Make your brand stand out from all the noise that your followers get in their inboxes and newsfeeds by delivering value! If you’ve done your research, you know your audience’s interests and concerns. Get out there and deliver the goods! For more ideas on where to start with content creation, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Optimize your content for search purposes.No matter how good your content is, it will all be worthless if you don’t make it easy for people to find you! There are little things you can do to get your brand in a position for success by optimizing your content for search purposes. From grabbing attention with an accurate and appealing title to including images and videos, there are a lot of simple ways to show search engines like Google that you are worth that higher search rank. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott reveals his tips for search optimization and much more! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 3 December 2018
What would successful business leaders do if they had to start all over again with just $5,000 to build a business and get a quick return on their investment? This is the question that Scott posed to his group of friends, Steve Chou, Mike Jackness, and Greg Mercer. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear the guys give each of their answers, why they are convinced that building an audience is such a great way to grow a business, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this fascinating and valuable episode! Unite your passion with your work!Let’s face it; there are too many people out there working jobs that they hate. If you had the opportunity, wouldn’t you like to combine what you love to do with your career? When it comes to building an ecommerce brand, you get the freedom to do just that! If you enjoy cooking, niche down and build a brand around an aspect of cooking if you are more of an outdoors type of person, niche down and build something around that. Don’t fall for the line that you just have to suck it up and be miserable at work for the rest of your life, write your own story! Hear more from Scott and the guys as they expand on topic! The value of building an audience.If you had to launch a new product tomorrow, wouldn’t it be helpful to have an engaged audience that you could use to drive sales? Of course, it would be useful! So why aren’t more sellers taking this approach? The truth is, building an audience is a slow process that takes careful planning and patience. Most people aren’t willing to put in the time needed to build something of that scale. That’s good news! It means there aren’t a tone of people taking this practical approach. To hear more about how to build an audience, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! There are no shortcuts, you need to put in the work.When you ask highly successful business leaders how they’d build a business from the ground up, some people might expect to hear a quick and easy path to success. The truth is, there is no easy get rich quick scheme. If you want to build a business that lasts, you’ve got to be willing to put in hard work over a long period. Don’t let the ads and gimmicks fool you! Do your research and invest in tools and programs that will give you the skills you need for sustained success. Hear more from Scott and his friends as they discuss this important topic on this episode of The Amazing Seller. Don’t miss the great TAS Breakthrough U opportunity!One of the best ways to get your business headed in the right direction from the start is to get reliable and time-tested tools that you can use. If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you succeed. In that spirit, he’s created a set of tools you can use to get an edge over the competition. He has rolled out a package full of training, classes, groups, and much more. If you’ve been looking for an excellent way to invest in your education as a business leader, this is it! Learn more about TAS Breakthrough U by checking out the link in the resources section at the end of this post. Hurry, this deal ends December 20th! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 30 November 2018
How are you progressing through the fourth quarter? Were your Black Friday and Cyber Monday efforts a hit? If you need a little boost of encouragement and motivation as the weekend approaches, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares how sellers like you can benefit from TAS Breakthrough U, his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this engaging episode! Make sure to check out Breakthrough U!
Your brand needs to diversify.Do you find yourself worrying about every little change and update from Amazon? Why are you putting yourself through all that stress? The best solution isn’t to walk away from Amazon completely; rather, you should diversify your brand! You need to learn how to create alternative methods that you can use if your business needs to make a pivot. The truth is, you either need to adapt to the changing marketplace or your business will die. Go deeper with this important topic and find out how to future-proof your ecommerce business by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! A launch strategy that works. If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about getting sellers like you to build an email list and using that to launch a product. What do you do if you want to launch a product, but you don’t have that email list built yet? According to Scott, one of the best strategies is to reach out to social media influencers and leverage their audience to spike traffic and sales of your newly launched product. While this isn’t the ideal launch strategy, it can work if you play your cards right. To hear more about how to do just that, make sure to listen to this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 28 November 2018
How would you celebrate a milestone like reaching 600 podcast episodes? While Scott is proud of this fantastic achievement, he’s focused now, more than ever on delivering helpful lessons and insights to TAS followers like you. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he reveals his four-step process to build a million dollar brand, why you should use a touch list, the long-lasting impact of building a brand, and so much more. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging and informative episode! Find your market.Do you know who your market is? Remember that you are selling to people, not some faceless and nameless blob. How have you built your strategy around reaching your target audience and connecting with them? If you want to create a brand that will go the distance, you’ve got to find out who your audience is before you pick a product! One good starting place is to utilize the touch list method that Scott has championed. You can find that tool in the resources section at the end of this post. Dive more in-depth with this critical step by listening to this great episode of The Amazing Seller! Grab attention for your brand.What will grab your target audience’s attention? Will they be drawn in with an Ipad giveaway? Or are they more likely to gravitate toward a free audiobook on the topic you are building your brand around? Tons of ecommerce sellers worry about how to find the right content that will appeal to their target audience, but you don’t have to! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott reveals how sellers like you can use simple methods to find relevant content and get it in front of your customers. Learn how to create relevant content by listening to this helpful episode! Build a relationship with your followers.Do you have an idea of which market you want to target? Do you have a sense of which product that market would be interested in? Great! If you genuinely want to build a brand that goes beyond just providing a product, you’ll need to share your story. Get out there and get real with people! Talk to them about your successes and challenges, let them see your personality so they will connect with your brand. You’ve seen this work with Scott; he does a great job of allowing the TAS community get to know who he is and what he is all about. Go deeper with this important aspect of brand building by listening to this valuable episode! Monetize your brand.What does it take to monetize the brand that you’ve built so you can start reaping the benefits from all of your hard work? Do you need a killer product or is there a way you can monetize your brand using an array of methods? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he reveals his checklist for monetizing an ecommerce brand.
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Mon, 26 November 2018
It’s not often that you get the chance to learn from a room full of talented and thoughtful ecommerce leaders. This is your opportunity! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his friends, Greg Mercer, Steve Chou, and Michael Jackness to the podcast. In their conversation, the guys talk about their experience with the 5 Minute Pitch project, why they love helping ecommerce sellers, the value of launching your brand on Amazon, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this fun and exciting episode! Yes, there is still a chance for success.Time and time again, Scott gets asked if there is any room for success in the ecommerce sector. While the challenges and hurdles constantly evolve, Scott and other ecommerce leaders remained convinced that if you put in the time and effort, you’ll see a good ROI. Don’t buy the negative hype! Make your plan to build a brand and carve out a niche. If you want more details about how you can get your business started, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you should launch your brand on Amazon.As prospective ecommerce sellers get ready to start their own small business, they often wonder if Amazon is the best channel to pour their time and energy into or if they should build their brand's website first. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott and his guests explain why starting on Amazon is the best way to get things off the ground. One of the huge reasons to begin with Amazon is because it is so much easier than creating and drawing traffic to your website. You can also gage the marketplace on Amazon more effectively to validate which products you should start selling. Make sure to listen to this episode as the guys expand on this critical topic and much more! Make sure you execute on your great idea! |
Fri, 23 November 2018
Wouldn’t it be great to have some key insights and strategies that you could use to get your ecommerce brand an advantage over the competition during the fourth quarter? Look no further! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he reveals his top advice for getting more sales and taking advantage of the fourth quarter atmosphere. Don’t leave it all up to guesswork, take in Scott’s seasoned advice and get your business in the best position for long-term success. Make sure to have pen and paper ready for this informative episode! Is it too late to launch your product?Time and time again, Scott get this question from ecommerce leaders, “Is it too late to launch a product in the middle of the fourth quarter?” That answer is, no! If you decide on waiting to launch your product under the perfect conditions, you’ll never get your brand off the ground. While you might not ever launch in ideal conditions, there are steps you can take along the way to set your brand up for success. To hear more about getting the most sales possible, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t let your email list go cold!It may sound like a funny thing to ask but, is your email list hot or is it cold? What that question is getting to is, are you keeping your email list engaged with your ecommerce brand or are you letting that list go cold with non-engagement? If you’ve taken the time to build your email list, make sure they stay engaged and active as an asset for your business! Learn more about keeping your email list engaged from the expert himself by listening to this powerful episode of The Amazing Seller! Let your personality shine.Whether you know it or not, you have a story to tell! Be honest; you aren’t starting your own business up and out of the blue. Dig deep, find, refine, and tell your story. Telling your story is one of the best ways to connect with your target audience and build a brand that people can relate to. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott shares how sellers like you can craft and shape your personal and brand narrative in a compelling way. You don’t have to lie or make up a story to sound interesting, trust that people will connect with your story if you work on telling effectively. Listen to this episode to hear how Scott has done it; you don't’ want to miss it! Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott often preaches about making sure that your brand is not dependent on any one channel for success. The old saying holds, don’t put all of your eggs in one basket! Scott has seen too many businesses go under because they failed to seek out additional channels that would have allowed them to put their brand in a position for long-term success. You can do this; you can start right now by brainstorming different channels to expand your brand too. To hear more about this vital topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 21 November 2018
What are your plans to get your ecommerce brand competing at the highest level in your product category? Are you cultivating a significant brand presence on social media? Have you built an email list to engage your target audience? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he explains why you need an email list for your brand, how to use that list effectively, tips for running a giveaway contest, and much more. Make sure to have pen and paper ready; you don’t want to miss a minute of Scott’s valuable advice! Isn’t email dead? Why you should consider partnering with influencers. Remember, you are connecting with people. In the ecommerce sector, you can find yourself losing sight of the human element because much of your work is done remotely. Whether it’s dealing with contractors, suppliers, or your clients, it’s vital to remember to treat the individual like a person who is worth your kindness and respect. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott opens up about the importance of connecting with people in a way that communicates you care. If you want to stand out from the competition, taking your time to be considerate, kind, patient, and helpful goes a long way in the ecommerce business community. To hear more about this subject, make sure to listen to this episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 19 November 2018
Do you have your strategy for getting your product in front of as many people as possible locked down? Could you use some helpful tips to make sure you are going in the right direction? If so, you’ve come to the right place! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he gives an update on the 5 Minute Pitch, goes through his five-step process for ranking a product quickly, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this helpful and engaging episode! 5 Minute Pitch Update. Find low competition products.
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Fri, 16 November 2018
How are your fourth quarter efforts shaping up? Have you solidified your Black Friday and Cyber Monday strategies? If you need some positive momentum to get you going in the right direction, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this valuable and informative episode! What was old is new again.Did you know that blogging is making a comeback? It’s true! There was a time when blogging was king of the internet then much of the focus shifted to social media channels. Now, as is the case with many things in life, what was old is new again! Building a blog one of the best ways to create content for your brand and engage with your target audience. Have you developed a blog for your brand? What are you waiting for? To hear more about the value of blogging to your brand, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Traffic is king.Did you know that when it comes to building your ecommerce brand, traffic is king? The more you create content that your audience finds valuable, the more your traffic will grow. This thriving traffic will alert Google, Facebook, and other internet platforms to the benefit of sending people to your brand. Don’t expect to throw up some random content to get the ball rolling, make sure you have done your homework and you know what your audience wants to hear! Discover how you can make the most out of your content creation efforts by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Using giveaways effectively.There are many ecommerce sellers out there who are nervous about spending their time and resources on giveaways. Have you tried a giveaway contest to build an email list for your brand? If you are worried about people, who will sign up for your giveaway and will never end up buying your product, stop worrying, it will happen! That shouldn’t prevent you from reaching out to your target audience with a giveaway to build up your email list. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this critical topic and much more! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 14 November 2018
Did you know that you can create and market a book that will help your ecommerce business gain depth and grow? While writing a book may sound intimidating, it doesn’t have to be! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his guest, Bryan Cohen. In his conversation with Scott, Bryan opens up about his background in writing, what it takes to write a book, tips for grabbing your audience’s attention, how to get the most mileage out of your content, and so much more. Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode featuring Bryan’s excellent insights! Learn from the best!While you don’t need to go out and hire a publicist or editor if you want to write a book, it's a good idea to learn from an expert. Bryan Cohen is an experienced copywriter and a bestselling author. Bryan launched his blog, Best Page Forward in June 2015 and found himself immediately inundated with orders for book descriptions. He’s written over 200 descriptions for authors to date, and he’s in the process of coaching authors to learn the craft of copywriting themselves. You don’t have to break the bank to get your content out there serving your brand. Learn more about this topic by listening to this episode! You can write a book.Scratch whatever you’ve thought about writing a book from your mind. Let’s face it; most people are too intimidated even to entertain the thought of putting pen to paper. The truth is, writing a book doesn’t have to be some excruciating and painful process. If you’ve ever created content for your brand, you are already several steps closer to writing a book than you might have thought! To find out what it takes to get your content into a book format, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller featuring copywriter extraordinaire, Bryan Cohen! How to get the most out of your content.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you create content that connects with your audience. While your content might be substantial, the fact remains that you are likely missing a lot of people due to the limitations of your channel. If you only put your content out on Facebook Live, you are missing all the folks who only hangout over on Instagram. If you are only sending your content via an email newsletter, you are missing the folks over on YouTube. Bryan Cohen says that the best way to reach across all content channels is to repurpose your content for each medium. Learn more about getting the most mileage out of your content by listening to this valuable episode! Start small if you have to.If you want to grow your ecommerce business into a powerhouse of productivity and profit, you’ve got to do everything you can to put it in the best position to succeed. It’s great to have goals and objectives, but they mean nothing if you fail to start. What is your action step in light of Bryan’s amazing lessons and insights? Will you start expanding your content channels? Are you ready to make steps toward writing a book? Don’t be ashamed of making small steps; you’ve got to start somewhere! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 12 November 2018
Have you heard that Amazon has made some changes with feedback and reviews? How will it impact your business? Are you prepared to adapt to the new changes? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his friend and guest, Chris Guthrie. In his conversation with Scott, Chris explains how this new Amazon change will impact sellers like you, why you should check out Salesbacker, the value of learning from customer feedback, and so much more. Don’t miss a minute of this informative and engaging episode! Amazon’s new email policy.What exactly is happening with Amazon’s recent change regarding follow up emails and reviews? Amazon came out saying that sellers are allowed to send one email per order to request a customer review. What you need to know about this is, if you have automated emails that follow up with your buyers, you need to make sure that no more than one of those emails is requesting a review. It doesn’t say that you are limited to just one email per order, just one email regarding a review per order. To get the full break down on this new change and how you can adjust your approach accordingly, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you should check out, Salesbacker.Let’s face it, as your ecommerce business continues to grow, manually following up with your customers is going to increase from a small chore to a part-time job! What if there was a way to automate your follow up process so you could free up your time to focus on other areas of your business? That’s where Chris Gutherie and his team at Salesbacker come in! Salesbacker is designed to help ecommerce sellers get more product reviews and seller feedback ratings. To hear exactly how you can benefit from using a service like Salesbacker, listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller featuring Salesbacker co-founder, Chris Guthrie! Learn from customer feedback!When was the last time you took a customer’s feedback to heart? It can be a challenging thing to do! If you take a look at some of the most successful business leaders in the last twenty-five years, you’ll find that most of them relished the opportunity to learn from critical feedback. What will your approach be, will you embrace the critique or will you ignore it? Don’t fall for the easy way out! Press into the feedback you receive and use it as fuel to make a better product and win more loyal customers! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this important topic and much more! Lead with high-quality customer service.Think back to the last time you were impressed as a customer, either by the product or by the service that was provided. How did that experience make you feel a consumer? What can you do as a seller to elicit that response from your customers? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he breaks down why customer service is an important component of a thriving and growing brand. You don’t want to neglect or take this aspect of business ownership for granted! Learn from Scott’s perspective and find out what to do and what not to do when it comes to taking care of your customers! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 9 November 2018
Are you fired up and ready to go? Is your ecommerce business operating at peak performance? If you need a little extra push, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares one of his signature rants, provides a helpful answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and so much more! Don’t miss a minute of this informative and engaging episode to start your weekend off right! Crap happens, don’t let it knock you down!In life and business, you have to be prepared for that inevitable moment when the crap hits the fan. What have you done in moments of crisis in the past that helped you find a way forward? For Scott, it all comes down to staying in the fight and refusing to give up. On this episode, Scott explains a small set back he experienced lately with the podcast that came out of left field. He could have let that moment lead to discouragement and frustration, but he chose to pick himself up and continue on the path forward. To hear the full breakdown of what happened and why Scott is so determined to stay in the fight, make sure to listen to this fascinating episode! Make sure you plan ahead.What would happen to your ecommerce business if Amazon decided to lock you out tomorrow? Do you have the means to make adjustments and keep going in an upward direction? If not, it might be time to consider diversifying your channels and your strategy. The last thing you need is to have all of your resources committed to one channel. Heed Scott’s advice and learn how to create alternative methods that you can use if your business needs to make a pivot. Learn more from Scott’s seasoned perspective by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! You don’t have to be an expert.How do you start creating content that will draw your audience in? What role will you take on as you connect with your audience and invite them into your brand? At the end of the day, you don’t have to be an expert to educate and inform others about what you’ve learned! Think of it this way, if you found a great tool or tip that your friends could use to make their hobby more enjoyable, how would you share it? Try using that same approach to connecting your audience to your brand! To hear more about this critical topic, make sure to listen to this exciting episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 7 November 2018
Aren’t you ready for some good news to hit the ecommerce sector? If you could pick one area that you’d like to hear good news about when it comes to your business, what would it be? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his guest, Josh Bauerle. In his conversation with Scott, Josh breaks the amazing ecommerce news, what the new Trump tax policy means for your bottom line, which business entity you should form, and so much more. Don’t miss a minute of this exciting and informative episode with Josh! The BIG News!Here it is, the big news that will help ecommerce sellers like you save money and take your ecommerce business to the next level. You can now deduct one hundred percent of the inventory that you purchase in a given year. This is huge news! You no longer have to worry about that inventory that you bought that failed to sell, you get to write that off. Goodbye, “Inventory tax!” To hear the full break down of this exciting news and what it means for you, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Which business entity should you form?As you get your ecommerce business off of the ground, you might be wondering which business entity you need to create. Here to help navigate the complexity that comes with that question is, Josh Bauerle. According to Josh, there are three different entities you could create for your ecommerce business,
Find out how each entity operates differently and which one is the best fit for your ecommerce business by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t try to game the system.Let’s face it, the pressures of building an ecommerce business from the ground up are significant. There is no need to compound your stress by trying to game the system. There have been some substantial changes to the federal tax code that makes it easier for sellers like you to build a successful business the right way. Don’t be tempted to take a shortcut! To hear more about his vital topic from Scott and Josh, make sure to catch this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! Changes in your favor.Are you ready to get your ecommerce business out there and making a profit? The great news is that the government is actually passing policy that will make your life easier! Not only do ecommerce sellers like you get to write off inventory that you purchase, but you also get a twenty percent tax break on your profit! This is wonderful news! Now you can use these funds to expand your business as you look to the future or put that money back into your pocket. For further info on this important development, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 5 November 2018
One of the best ways to put your ecommerce business in the best position for success is by utilizing an effective keyword strategy. Do you have a good strategy that is getting you the results you need? If not, you’ve come the right place! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares some valuable insights regarding keyword usage. If you need a great strategy or if your existing strategy could use some tweaks, make sure to have pen and paper ready for this one! Why go after longtail keywords?How can you deploy a practical approach when it comes to using longtail keywords? According to Scott, the reason you need to be using longtail keywords comes down to securing a good conversion rate. The more specific a longtail keyword is to your product and how people are searching for that product will determine your conversion rate. Don’t leave it all up to guesswork! To hear Scott run through some helpful data and examples of longtail keyword usage, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! The six-step process for finding profit keywords.What is the secret solution to making keywords work for you and your ecommerce brand? How do you cut through all the complexity and find the right streat3gy for success? Here is Scott’s six-step process for finding profit keywords.
To hear Scott expand on each step in this process so you can get the best results for your Amazon product listing, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t give up, try new things!As a business leader, you know that the struggle to grow a profitable business is a tough one to navigate. You want to make sure you are following the right advice and taking the right risks. One of the worst things you could do as small business owner is to fail to try something new! Don’t let that happen to you, commit to continually learn about how to improve your processes each step along the way. Make sure to catch this episode of The Amazing Seller to find out how to put your brand in the best position for long-term success! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 2 November 2018
Do you have everything you need to keep your ecommerce brand moving in the right direction? Wouldn’t it be nice to get a little advice that you can use keep an edge over your competition? You’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, a brief update on some TAS tools you can use, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more. Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode! Make your own luck!Have you ever had someone chalk up your success to just being lucky? Doesn’t that drive you crazy? It’s not about some random smile from fate that’s brought you this far, its all about hard work! Scott is convinced that more small business owners need to junk this idea that they happened to get “Lucky” at the right time. Don’t buy that lie! Get out there and work your butt off and make your own luck. To hear more about this relevant topic from Scott’s seasoned perspective, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! Is your email list warm?It may sound like a funny thing to ask but, is your email list warm? What that question is really getting to is, are you keeping your email list engaged with your ecommerce brand? Or are you letting that list go cold with non-engagement? If you’ve taken the time to build that list, make sure they stay engaged and active as an asset for your business! Learn more about keeping your email list engaged from the expert himself by listening to this powerful episode of The Amazing Seller! PPC is your friend!Are you trying to ramp up sales and reviews for your new Amazon product listing? Are you struggling with that product launch? What’s the solution? According to Scott, what you need to do is to focus on your PPC efforts. Add fuel to that fire and get your new product off to a great start! If you want more details on how to do this, make sure to check out the amazing resources that Scott has put together including the PACE method! Get more great insights that will get your business the type of success you are looking for by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 31 October 2018
Is your ecommerce brand in the best position to compete as the 4th quarter ramps up? Could you be missing out on some simple adjustments that could really open things up for your business? You’ve come to the right place! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they go over tips you can use to get your business in the best position. In their conversation, the guys explain why it’s important to dial in your PPC efforts, how too many adjustments can mess you up, the best way to leverage promotions and giveaways, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this valuable episode! Make adjustments to your PPC strategy.One of the common mistakes that ecommerce sellers make as they head into the 4th quarter is easing up on the PPC spending. Don’t fall for that same mistake! Scott encourages sellers like you to ramp up your PPC spending and take a hard look at the keywords you are honing in on at this critical time. Chris also jumps in and explains that it’s helpful to keep in mind that what you do in the 4th quarter is a little different from what you do the rest of the year. To get the full breakdown from the guys on how to fine-tune your PPC approach, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Pick one or two things to change.Given the special nature of the 4th quarter and all the tweaks you can make to best position your ecomerce brand for success, there is a word of caution you should heed. Don’t change too many things! If you go on a spree changing your PPC usage drastically and then cutting your prices and then running a special promotion, you can end up spread too thin. Use caution and pick one or two things you want to make adjustments for and see how they play out. Get more helpful insights on this important topic from Scott and Chris by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you should use promotions to drive sales.What is your plan to take advantage of days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Do you have a plan in place to ramp up excitement for your brand during the holiday season? Scott and Chris encourage sellers like you to specifically leverage Black Friday and Cyber Monday as focus points for your 4th quarter strategy. You can even create promotions like, “The Twelve Days of Christmas.” Learn more about how to highlight your brand from Scott and Chris’ expert perspective on this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t forget to engage your email list and social media fans!Did you know that the 4th quarter is the best time to use your email list and social media following to drive sales? What better time to utilize this amazing asset that you've been building up, right? What are you waiting for? If you haven’t built up an email list yet, the reason you need one is for moments like this one! If your product listing had a spike in traffic and sales in the middle of the 4th quarter wouldn’t that be useful? To hear more from Scott and Chris on how to leverage your email list and social media following, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 29 October 2018
What will it take for your ecommerce brand to reach the next level of growth? Do you need to find the right book to read or mastermind to join? What if you had a curated list of some of the best resources available? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they go over their top ecommerce tools and resources. Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear from the guys as they explain how sellers like you can get an edge over the competition by utilizing these time-saving tools! Have pen and paper ready for this helpful episode! Tools you can trust.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long you know that Scott takes it very seriously when he puts his name behind something or someone. Scott and Chris don’t give endorsements to just any tool or resource that pops up in ecommerce circles. They take their time and get to know the creators and then use the tool first hand so they can communicate its value to sellers like you. To get the full rundown on which tools Scott and Chris promote and why, make sure to listen to this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! Automate your tasks to free up time.Let’s face it, if you want to succeed in the ecommerce field, you’ve got to be willing to outwork your competition. Does that mean that you have to work yourself into the ground or is there a better way? According to Scott and Chris, the answer is to work smarter, not harder! Too often sellers think that they need to have their finger on the pulse of everything in their business. The truth is if you have a good process in place you can place many tasks in an automated system. From following up with your customers to checking your sales data, you can take advantage of tools on the market that will free up your time and energy. Find out which tools get Scott and Chris’ stamp of approval by listening to this episode! You don’t have to be an accounting expert.Many small business owners feel like they need to be an expert in accounting. Is that really the case? Could there be some solution out there to help business owners outsource this specialty to focus on what they do best? Scott and Chris enthusiastically endorse two tools that can help sellers like you move much of the accounting piece off of your plate! Both TaxJar and Fetcher have been designed to automate and streamline your accounting needs. Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as the guys explain why you should take the time to investigate these amazing resources! Utilizing freelancers when the time is right.Did you know that behind every successful brand is not just a smart leader but a thriving team? It’s true! Take a look at Amazon, Apple, and Microsoft just to name a few, they achieved the success they have because of a team, not just one individual. How will your brand expand in the future? Does it all rest on your shoulders or are you willing to grow a team and put your brand in a place where it can succeed in the long-term? Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Chris explain how important it is to connect with freelancers to build your team when the time is right! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 26 October 2018
Are you fired up and ready to attack another week here in the 4th quarter? If you could use a little boost to get you over the finish line, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he gives an update on TAS training resources, shares his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more! You don’t want to miss a minute of this valuable episode! New access to TAS resources.Wouldn’t it be nice to have streamlined access to valuable and relevant resources? Over the years, Scott has created specialized resources like the Private Label Classroom and Product Discovery Bootcamp to further equip sellers to take their game to the next level. Now, Scott is combining those two resources and giving the TAS community access for an amazing value of $99 a month. Doesn’t that sound like a great deal? To get all the details on this wonderful resource at a great price, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Make sure to niche down, and then niche down again!Did you know that one of the smartest ways get your business off to a great start is to niche down as much as possible? It’s true! Over his career, Scott has had the opportunity to speak with high achieving ecommerce sellers and one of the primary regrets that they share is that they didn’t niche down at the beginning. Don’t fall for that same mistake! If you think you’ve niched down enough in your target market, try niching down even further! To hear why this step is so important, listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller for Scott’s valuable insight! The best way to leverage your email list.Many ecommerce sellers look at email list building as an effective tool to launch new products, but is that the best way to utilize an email list? According to Scott, the answer is, “No!” If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is all about building a long-lasting ecommerce brand. If you want to do that, building an email list is the smart move! If you are more focused on launching a successful product, Scott encourages you to connect with an influencer in that space and leverage their audience. To hear Scott expand on this topic and much more, make sure to listen to this engaging episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 24 October 2018
As an ecommerce business leader, you’ll take every bit of help you can to get your brand firing on all cylinders, right? What steps have you taken lately to keep up with the competition? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he reveals his five-step strategy. Don’t assume you’ve got all of your bases covered, it takes humility to learn new concepts and unlock the key to growth. Listen to this episode to learn from Scott’s expert advice and put your brand in the best position for success! The Five-Step Strategy.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott has a great way of communicating his insights and tips. Adding to that long list of helpful tools, Scott has developed his 5 Step Content Trifecta Strategy.
If you are ready to put in the work to develop your brand so it can compete at a high level, make sure to listen to this episode as Scott expands on each of these five steps! Creating content that is relevant.Does content creation intimidate you? If it does don’t worry, you aren’t alone! Tons of ecommerce sellers worry about how to find the right content that will appeal to their target audience but you don’t have to! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott reveals how sellers like you can use simple methods to find relevant content and get it in front of your customers. Don’t leave it all up to guesswork! Learn how to create relevant content by listening to this helpful episode! Why you need an email list.If you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times from Scott, you need to build an email list! The reason behind Scott’s constant encouragement for sellers like you to build an email list is because it connects you directly to your audience without depending on outside sources. At the end of the day, you don’t want some policy change or something outside of your control to drastically impact your relationship with your customers. You can strengthen your brand and keep yourself in a competitive position when you engage in a thriving email list strategy. Learn more about the positive impact of using an email list by listening to this powerful episode of The Amazing Seller! You need a long-term view of success!If you want to build a business that can go the distance and provide sustainable, long-term profit you’ve got to adopt a long-term view of success. Let’s face it, in the world of get rich quick schemes, it’s refreshing to hear someone who will share an unpopular truth, it’s going to take time to build a quality business. Don’t buy the lie that you can put a few pieces together and get overnight results! The saying is true, “Anything worth having comes easy.” To hear how you can get started with building a brand the right way, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 22 October 2018
What does it take to monetize a blog and get an ecommerce business off the ground and running? Do you have to be a jack of all trades or do you just need to niche down and go from there? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he sits down with his friend, Cassidy Tuttle. In her conversation with Scott, Cassidy opens up about how she started her blog, what led her to write her ebook, how she expanded her brand, lessons she learned along the way, and much more! Don’t miss this engaging episode featuring Cassidy! Succulents and Sunshine!Can you really build a robust brand off of a hobby? What should you do if you need to make a pivot? For Cassidy Tuttle, the answer to these questions can quick as she got her brand, Succulents and Sunshine up and running. Cassidy started her brand primarily focusing on her photography but soon she found that her side hobby with succulents was attracting a lot of traffic. Making the pivot from a focus on photography to succulents was a slam dunk decision and Cassidy has never looked back! To hear more about her fascinating story, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Going deeper.Once you build your ecommerce business and tackle the basics, what is the next step? Do you move on and build a new brand or do you drill down and go deeper with the brand you just built? Looking at Cassidy Tuttle’s story you can see how she expanded her brand beyond a monetized blog to include an ebook, courses, and more. If you are ready to take your ecommerce brand to the next level, make sure to check out this episode of The Amazing Seller and Cassidy’s helpful story! Make sure to niche down.Is it a better idea to go wide and then niche down or start with a hyper-focus and expand from there? Too often ecommcerce business leaders start too broad and struggle to find a niche market and audience to connect with. Don’t let your early chances for success get off to a rough start! Take the time and really drill down with your prospective market, once you’ve done that, go further! What do you have to lose? Learn from Cassidy’s experience and make sure your brand is set up for long-term success! Don’t be afraid, try something new!Isn’t it time that you kicked your ecommerce business into high gear? What are you waiting for? Do you expect someone to come and take you by the hand and lead you every step of the way? Don’t count on it! If you really want to build something that will go the distance, you’ve got to commit to putting Scott’s tried and tested methods into practice! If you want something that you’ve never had, you’ve got to do something you’ve never done! Embrace the challenge and put yourself out there. If you stumble along the way, learn from it. Get a great dose of encouragement from Scott and his guest, Cassidy on this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 19 October 2018
It’s time for a gut check, how is your ecomerce business doing at this point? Are you hitting all of your goals or do need a little push to keep the momentum going? Scott’s back at it again with another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, he shares some exciting news, his thought of the week, some helpful tips on content creation, and so much more! Don’t leave the growth of your business up to chance! Get the helpful insights you need to keep pressing forward by listening to this episode! Special announcement!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping ecommerce sellers sharpen their abilities. Over the years he’s created specialized resources like the Private Label Classroom and Product Discovery Bootcamp to further equip sellers to take their game to the next level. Now, Scott is combining those two resources and giving the TAS community access for an amazing value of $99 a month. To get all the details on this wonderful resource at a great price, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you need to simplify and focus.Let’s face it, our world today is filled with so many distractions and side ventures that you can really end up getting pulled in a thousand different directions. What is the solution? How to do you know which way to go and which appointees to pursue? For each individual, it's going to look different but the fact of the matter is, you’ve got to commit to simplifying your life and business so you can focus on what is most important. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott explains how this valuable insight has made all the difference in his life, you don’t want to miss it! How to get content ideas for your brand.Did you know that you can leverage your audience to create content for your brand? It’s true! Take a look at how Scott engages the TAS community, he uses the engagement aspect of the brand as a way to find out what sellers like you want to know about. You can use that same type of strategy in your brand to build content through your email list, blog, YouTube channel, or Facebook fan page. The possibles are endless! Learn more about this vital aspect of growing your brand by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 17 October 2018
What does it take to get media attention for your ecommerce brand? Do you need to do something crazy and outside of the box to get your 15 minutes of fame? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from special guest, Christina Nicholson. In her conversation with Scott, Christina opens up about how she got her start in media, what led to her career change, how she started her own media firm, what sellers like you can do to get noticed by the media, and so much more! If you want a clear roadmap to getting your business some positive publicity, you’ve come to the right place! From media career to business owner.What is the best way to prepare your business for positive media exposure? By getting expert insight from someone who has had a career in media and built a business helping sellers like you! Christina Nicholson is an award-winning journalist with more than a decade of experience anchoring, reporting, writing, blogging, video production, editing, excelling in social media, photography, and live TV. Because of her experience in the communications industry, she’s networked with the best in the business to build a team of professionals who can handle almost any and every marketing needs a business or brand has. To hear more about Christina’s fascinating story and how she can help sellers like you, make sure to listen to this episode! Why you need a compelling story.Sure, getting featured in the media sounds great, but where do you start? Don’t you have to be an established brand with a solid reputation first? According to Christina Nicholson, that’s not necessarily true! What you need more than a brand that is pulling in 6 or 7 figures is a compelling story. Seriously! You could be selling a sexy and innovative product that had the potential to fly off the shelves but if your story falls flat, you are going nowhere! To find out how to craft a compelling story so your brand stands out from the competition and grabs media attention, make sure to listen to this powerful episode of The Amazing Seller! The best ways to connect with a media outlet.Let’s face it if you want to stand out from the crowd of business leaders looking for positive media coverage you’ve got to do what no one else is doing! It all starts with simply following up with your media contact. Too often business leaders fail to circle back and make sure that they’ve done their due diligence by following up with a media outlet that they’ve contacted. Send an email once a week for a month to show that you are engaged and diligent in getting your brand in the spotlight. After a month has passed and you haven't’ made any progress, consider changing your angle! To get the full breakdown from Christina on how to best approach media outlets, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Make sure to build a local presence!If you want to make a national or global impact with your ecommerce brand, you’ve got to think locally first! In the ecommerce world, this line of thinking probably sounds pretty backward, right? But when it comes to building a media reputation and even giving back in a charitable way, the key is to start where you are! Too many business leaders want to jump in with a splashy commitment with their giving to make waves but according to Christina, if you want to be taken seriously, you’ve got to have a solid, local reputation. Get more helpful insights from Christina’s expert perspective by listening to this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 15 October 2018
Are you up on all the changes that are happening with Amazon? Are you aware of the growing number of Amazon sellers in China and their tactics to get an edge over their competition? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes David Bryant to the podcast. In his conversation with Scott, David opens up about why he moved to China, what he’s learned in this time there, how Chinese sellers approach their Amazon business, what corrupt Amazon employees are doing to take advantage of their positions, and so much more! Don’t miss a minute of this eye-opening episode featuring David’s expert insights! Getting a “Boots on the ground” perspective.How can a seller like you really understand what is going on in booming ecommerce industries in countries like China? Does the average ecommerce seller have the resources and time to take a flight over there? No! Thankfully, the TAS community gets access through to a “Boots on the ground” perspective from ecommerce expert, David Bryant. David took his family to China for about a year to deep dive into the exploding ecommerce scene there and to learn all of the ins and outs. To hear all about David's experience and how sellers like you can learn from his observations, make sure to listen to this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! Watch out for shady tactics.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you get an ecommerce business up and running the right way. There are way too many “Get rich quick” schemes out there who sell “Blackhat” tactics, few are willing to show the ethical way to success. On this episode, you’ll hear from special guest, David Bryant as he explains how some sellers in China are gaming the system by using shady tactics. The goal is to help sellers like you understand what you are up against when it comes to the competition and to explore some ways to safeguard your business. You don’t want to miss this helpful episode! Amazon is still the best starting place.Scott often gets the question, “Is it a good idea to build my ecommerce brand on Amazon?” Time and time again, Scott goes back to his answer, yes! In almost every case, Amazon is the best location to get your brand off the ground and gaining momentum. Why is Amazon the best platform? It has everything you need, already baked into the platform! Once you’ve built up that brand and you get to the point where things are running smoothly, then comes the next phase, building a channel outside of Amazon. To hear how Scott has seen this whole process play out successfully, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t rely on Amazon alone to build your brand!One of the primary takeaways from David’s helpful insights about his time in China is this, make sure to expand your business off of Amazon! While it’s still the best place to start, you can’t expect things to stay the same forever, you’ve got to diversify. Scott has seen too many businesses go under due to the fact that they failed to seek out additional channels that would have allowed them to put their brand in a position for long-term success. You can do this, you can start right now by brainstorming different channels to expand your brand too. To hear more about this important topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 12 October 2018
How is your progress coming as you build your ecommerce business? Are things going according to plan as 4th quarter starts to ramp up for the holidays? If you are looking for that extra jolt of motivation, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares an update on what he’s been up to, one of his classic thoughts of the week, an answer to a question from a seller like you, and much more! You don’t want to miss a minute of this engaging and helpful episode! If you need a boost, get with like-minded people!As an entrepreneur, you are likely used to going it alone and figuring out problems without anyone's help, right? What if you’ve been going about it the wrong way? Did you know that you can actually go further and faster when you connect with like-minded people? It’s true! According to Scott, spending time with other entrepreneurs have had a huge positive impact on his mindset and the trajectory of his business. To hear Scott expand on the importance connecting with other leaders, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Just get started!We live in a society that is constantly sending distractions our way. From advertisements to and family commitments, to work and political campaigns, it feels like someone somewhere is always asking for your attention. For this reason, many men and women who plan on starting something on their own, fail to do so! They are pulled in too many different directions! If you want your business and your plans for the future to succeed, you’ve got to find a way to cut through all the noise and get started. Don’t let excuses drag you down! Listen to this episode as Scott gives some helpful tips to stay on target! Setting your brand up for success.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you build a brand that can go the distance. Where are you in that process? Have you built a solid community for your brand to grow around? If you have any hope for long-term success, you’ve got to do some work around content creation and customer engagement! Don’t miss this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott explains how sellers like you can build a community around your brand that will end up providing a significant ROI! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 10 October 2018
Are you looking for that one action step that will help you take your ecommerce business to the next level? Have you considered utilizing a blog to build content around your brand? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares five advantages that bloggers have as they enter the ecommerce space, why you need to get started on content creation ASAP, how to build a brand that isn’t dependent on Amazon, and so much more! Don’t let your brand get left behind, find out what it takes to stay competitive by listening to this episode! 5 advantages that bloggers have as they enter the ecommerce space.The time has come for bloggers and avid content creators to start moving into the ecommerce space, in fact, many already have! These folks have already built a following and they are taking the next step of evolution by further monetizing what they’ve built. Here are five advantages that many bloggers have as they step into the ecommerce arena.
To hear Scott run through each of these advantages and how a blogger knows has utilized them, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you need to find a market to build content around.Let’s face it, one of the all-time reigning truths on the internet is, content is king. Everything revolves around content! What are you doing to put out solid and reliable content that your audience finds useful? Scott highly encourages sellers like you to hone in on this important aspect of brand building. It may sound intimidating but it doesn’t have to be. If you’ve identified a niche market that you have an interest in or that you have knowledge about, then start making that content. Put it in a blog form or start shooting video, just start making it and begin engaging with your audience! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott expands on this important topic! Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket!What would happen to your ecommerce business if Amazon decided to lock you out tomorrow? Do you have the means to make adjustments and keep going in an upward direction? If not, it might be time to consider diversifying your channels and your strategy. You’ve heard the phrase, don’t place all of your eggs in one basket, right? The same is true when it comes to ecommerce channels too! Heed Scott’s advice and learn how to create alternative methods that you can use in the event that your business needs to make a pivot. Learn more from Scott’s seasoned perspective by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 8 October 2018
What is the key to success? Is there some magic formula that will get you the results you want to see in life and business? While it is not quite magic, Scott is convinced that the steps he’s developed over his career can help business leaders like you find the success you’ve been looking for. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he explains why having the right mindset is so important, the five steps you can use to get results, how to avoid failure, what you can do to seize “Take action” moments, and so much more! Don’t miss a minute of this powerful episode of The Amazing Seller! How’s your mindset?Did you know that your mindset can have a huge impact on the success of your business? Think about it, if you are hopeful and positive about the steps you are taking in building your ecommerce business, it will act as fuel to the fire that drives you. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott opens up about the power of maintaining a positive mindset and the benefits it can have in life and business. If you are looking for that missing piece that can help you stay focused and passionate about the work you are putting in, make sure to listen to this engaging episode! Scott’s five-step process.When it comes to launching a successful small business, the key ingredient is the person you see looking back at you in the mirror. It’s true! If you don’t start there, no amount of tips or advice will get you going in the right direction. With that important aspect in mind, Scott has five steps that he has used to help him achieve his level of success.
How can you implement each of these steps so your business is in the best position to succeed? Where can you start today? Get more details on each step and how they apply to life and business by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! You can never fail if you refuse to give up!As a business leader, you want to avoid the dreadful experience of failing. What if there was a way to avoid failure altogether? According to Scott, the best way to avoid failure is by refusing to give up! Does this mean that you won’t have setbacks and challenges along the way? Of course not! But it is up to you to decide if those setbacks and challenges will knock you out of the game. If you want to succeed, you’ve got to cultivate a thick skin and a relentless commitment to staying the course. To hear more insights and lessons from Scott, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t be afraid to experiment.Let’s face it, no one is born an expert at anything! So why do so many people get frustrated because they don’t have instant success? Our culture has convinced us that we should be able to go out there and succeed with minimal effort, that’s a huge lie! The truth is, you need to get out there and try something even if it means that you’ll mess up. Put yourself out there and experiment, that’s the only way you will learn what works and what doesn’t! To hear more about the important role of experimentation, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 5 October 2018
How is your ecommerce business stacking up against the competition? Are you hitting all the goals and benchmarks you’d hope to reach? Do you need a little push in the right direction? If so, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he gives his thought of the week on knowing your target audience and as he answers a question from a seller like you. Don’t miss a minute of this engaging and helpful episode! Make sure you know your target audience!Do you understand who your target audience is? Really? One of the worst things you can do as an ecommerce seller is to start creating content and marketing that content to the wrong audience for your product! Scott has developed a few questions that sellers like you can ask to make sure that you are connecting with the right audience.
All of these questions will help you form a picture of who your audience is and what they are concerned about. To hear Scott expand on this topic and more, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Are you ready for Brand Accelerator Live?If you are looking for a way to jump-start your ecommerce business, you need to consider attending the Brand Accelerator Live event next fall. This is the event for all your strategy and ecommerce planning needs. Scott and his team have worked hard to make sure that this event will be well worth your time to attend. They’ve prepared great guests and helpful tools that will empower sellers like you to take your brand to the next level. To hear more about this awesome event, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! Getting your video to rank on YouTube.As an ecommerce seller, you’ve probably heard that video is a huge aspect of online branding these days. So what can seller like you do to utilize this popular tool to grow your business? Unfortunately, you can’t just create a good video, publish it on YouTube, and then expect the traffic to follow, it doesn't quite work that way. If you want your video to gain traction, you’ve got to prime it by sending people from your email list or Facebook group to the video and engage with it. To hear Scott explain all the ins and outs of getting your video the right amount of attention, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 3 October 2018
What does it really take to find that right market to build your ecommerce brand around? Do you have to search high and low? Do you have to turn over every rock to find the perfect product? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he sits down with Louie, an ecommerce seller like you! In their conversation, Louie opens up about how he found his niche market, what the process was like getting his business off the ground, how he’s been able to engage his audience, plus helpful tips from Scott and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this fascinating episode highlighting Louie’s story! Finding a brand you are passionate about.Everyone wants to get paid to do what they love but few get to! Are you among the few? What can you do to bring your work and your passion into alignment? Louie was wondering the same thing when inspiration struck and he decided to take his love of bass fishing and see if he could build an ecommerce business around it. Everything got started when Louie’s friend, Bill told he wanted to find a way to market and sell his handmade fishing lures. With a background in IT, Louie knew that he could make this dream a reality! Together, Louie and Bill have built a solid ecommerce business around one of their biggest passions, bass fishing. To hear more about their story, make sure to catch this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! Make sure you are engaging your audience regularly!Did you know that one of the primary areas that ecommerce sellers often neglect is engaging with their audience? It’s true! At first, a lot of time and energy goes into building a list and driving traffic but before long, many sellers taper off their audience engagement efforts. Don’t let this happen to your ecommerce business! Remember, your audience is a valuable asset that you need to keep hot! It really doesn’t take much effort to do this and the benefits are well worth it. Think of all the ways you can re-engage with people you’ve already sold a product to, you could sell them the same product again as a gift for one someone in their family or you could sell them products that support what you've already sold them. Learn more from Scott about audience engagement by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Look for ways to expand your reach & diversify your revenue.How many ways can you think to build out your brand and expand your business revenue? Does it all come down to the product you have listed on Amazon or do you have multiple methods engaged? If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers understand the value of diversifying your channels and income opportunities. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he walks through several options for Louie and sellers like you who want to put your business in the best position for long-term success. If you are ready to put in the work, this episode is for you! Don’t miss it! Find your next step and work it!Let’s face it, it’s really easy to get knocked off course and get distracted. There are so many things you could be doing with your ecommerce business that you can quickly become overwhelmed and get nothing done! Here’s what you need to do, focus on one thing, one step in the process and knock it out of the park. From there you can move on to the next aspect and so on. Make a roadmap if you need to but stay focused on just one step so you don’t get pulled in a thousand different directions! To hear more insights from Scott about staying on target, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 1 October 2018
How do you know you are on the right track with your ecommerce business? What will it take to get outside of your own head and see things from a different perspective? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott, Joel, and Angel as they sit down to give a quick update on the recent TAS Inner Circle meeting. In their conversation, they all discuss their takeaways, why it’s important to know what you want out of your business, the value of securing repeat customers, why it’s important to keep your organization as efficient as possible, and so much more! Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! Don’t make things more complicated than they need to be!Let’s face it, people tend to make things more complicated than they need to, yes, even ecommerce sellers! Don’t fall into that same trap with your business. Instead of making things more complicated for your business, focus on simplification. Just because you can launch product after product doesn’t mean that you should. After all, what good does it do you have a hundred product listings when Amazon rolls out a new requirement that forces you to spend time and energy updating all those listings? Hear more from Scott on this important topic by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! You need a brand people will return to.What if you could build a brand that didn’t depend on getting new customers to buy your product at critical points in the year? Imagine developing a brand so cohesive that you have a whole suite of products that fit together. You should also be considering how you can retarget customers who purchased from you to buy the product again, this time as a gift! There are so many ways that you can develop and deepen your brand without spinning your wheels by getting new buyers. To hear more about this important aspect of your brand building strategy, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Clarity, focus, and accountability.How do you plan on growing and developing as a leader and learner? Do you have a network of business leaders you can connect with and bounce ideas off of? What will help you improve personally and professionally this year over last year? The truth is, you need a group however big or small to help keep you accountable and focused on what really matters in your business. If you don’t have that community around you, consider making one! Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and his team expand on the value of community, you don’t want to miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 28 September 2018
Are you fired up and ready to attack the 4th quarter? What areas of your ecommerce business do you need to focus on right now to finish the year strong? If you are looking for that one piece of advice or insight that can put you over the top, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott, here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares an update on how the recent hurricane impacted his area, his thought of the week, an answer to a question from a TAS listener, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! Are you ready for Brand Accelerator Live?Have you factored in the TAS Brand Accelerator Live event into your plans for next year? What are you waiting for?! This is going to be the event that you need to attend for all your strategy and ecommerce planning needs. Scott and his team have worked hard to make sure that this event will be well worth your time to attend. They’ve prepared great guests and helpful tools that will empower sellers like you to take your brand to the next level. To hear more about this awesome event, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! You need clarity in order to succeed!Did you know that one of the biggest enemies for a business leader is getting pulled in a thousand different directions? Look at all the plans and objectives you have to get to, it can be understandably overwhelming! According to Scott, the antidote is to cut through all of that noise and focus on clarity. What is the number one, most important thing that you need to tackle? Focus on that like a laser beam and get to work! To hear Scott expand on this important topic and other ways you can stay on an upward trajectory, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Researching a good product in the 4th quarter.What should you do if you are in the product research phase for a new product during the 4th quarter? Should you just wait it out until the prices change and you can get a more accurate view? Scott says that you don’t have to do that! Rather, you can take advantage of some of the amazing ecommerce tools on the marketplace and comb through the data. To understand all the complexity and get to the heart of what will set you up for success, listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller featuring Scott’s seasoned advice! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 26 September 2018
Have you heard the news? Amazon has hit 1 Trillion in market value! Can you even imagine what 1 trillion looks like? What does this news mean for ecommerce sellers like you? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they go over this recent Amazon news. In their conversation, the guys explain why it’s important to partner with Amazon, where the future of ecommerce is headed, why you don’t need to be afraid of new changes as they roll out, and so much more! Don’t miss a minute of this helpful episode! Partner with Amazon, don’t become dependent on it!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long you know that Scott is passionate about helping sellers like you diversify your ecommerce business. The reason is, Scott has seen way too many businesses go under because they were dependent on one product in their brand or one platform to sell on. Don’t fall for that same mistake! Get your business off the ground and running using Amazon as a well-resourced partner then quickly look for ways to grow your brand independent of Amazon. To hear more about this vital strategy, make sure to listen to this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! What does the future of ecommerce look like?As Amazon continues its march toward world domination, what will the future of the ecommerce industry evolve into? Will we see Amazon gobble up more retail chains as they did with Whole Foods? Will Walmart and others start to give Amazon some serious competition? According to Chris, you should expect to see more categories like groceries continue to open up as Amazon challenges the way we’ve always thought about what nicely “Fits” into the box of ecommerce. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Chris expand on this topic and much more! Don’t be afraid of change!Let’s face it, we’ve been conditioned to reflexively fear change whenever it rears its ugly head. Is that the best approach when Amazon rolls out a new policy change or an update to their TOS? While it can be helpful to be skeptical of changes that come down the road, it’s a good idea to remain open and ready to adapt. The changes that Amazon has rolled out over the years have, for the most part, been changes that have forced sellers to become more engaged with their business and that’s a positive! To hear more about the best way to view change in the ecommerce sector and much more, make sure to listen to this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 24 September 2018
The time is upon us, are you ready for the 4th quarter? Is your ecommerce business prepared to take advantage of this great opportunity to make a substantial profit? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Chris as they go over what you need to succeed. The guys share some helpful 4th quarter practices, why it's helpful to raise your prices, how to keep your email list from going cold, why you should focus on digital marketing, and so much more! Don’t miss a minute of this helpful and engaging episode! Raise your prices!As we move into the 4th quarter and you start to eye your end of the year profits totals, why not consider raising your prices now? You don’t have to go all in, you could just start with an experiment, what do you have to lose? Scott and Chris have tried this tactic and they’ve seen it’s success! Don’t miss an opportunity that you can’t get back. To hear more about raising your prices during the 4th quarter in a smart way, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Build your email list and don’t let it go cold.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know how passionate Scott is about getting sellers to invest in an email list for their audience. Where are you in the process? Have you built your email list yet? Are you using it regularly? Too often ecommerce sellers get a list prepared as their brand launches and then they let it go cold. Don’t let that happen to you! Make sure you are keeping your list hot, you can do this by sending them valuable content and occasionally selling to them. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Chris explain how to keep your list hot especially during the 4th quarter! A helpful 4th quarter checklist.Don’t let the 4th quarter intimidate and overwhelm you! Scott and Chris are here to equip sellers like you with the resources you need to succeed. One of the best ways you can set yourself up for success is to run through their quick checklist so you can know where you are and where you need to be!
To get the full rundown of each aspect of this checklist, make sure to listen to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you need to know digital marketing inside and out!What skill sets will set you up for long-term success as an ecommerce business owner? Do you need to know your niche market inside and out? That will help, but most importantly, you need to become an expert at digital marketing. If you can learn how to market your product to the right people in compelling and consistent ways, you’ll be set up for success! Find out how you can make the most of the TAS resources from Scott and Chris on this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 21 September 2018
What is the state of your ecommerce business? Is everything humming along and ready for 4th quarter or do you need a little shot in the arm to get you where you need to be? It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, an update on his TAS Inner Circle, why it’s so important to maintain a healthy mindset, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this informative and engaging episode! View failure as a learning opportunity!Did you know that failure can be one of your greatest instructors? It’s true! Too often our society teaches us that we have to avoid failure and that we should be ashamed of failure but in many ways, failure is inevitable. You have to decide if you’ll let failure defeat you or if you’ll learn from it and move forward to become a stronger and more resilient individual. Sellers like you should take the time to examine your attitude toward failure, it could make all the difference. To hear more about this important subject, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Zero in on that one thing that's holding you back.How’s your mindset these days? Are you growing as a leader and as a business owner or are you stalling? Have you built healthy habits into your daily routine that support and encourage your trajectory or do you find yourself struggling through the day like everyone else? The truth is, you won’t get where you’ve never been if you continue to do what you’ve always done! Invest in your mindset and remove any roadblocks or obstacles that are holding you back! Learn more from Scott about this vital topic by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! How to sell products in a competitive market.What should you do if you really want to get an ecommerce brand up and running in a competitive market? Is it even worth the risk? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his helpful thoughts on this subject. According to Scott, one of the best strategies is to focus on a related niche market that helps you build an audience. Once you’ve done this, you can then start to pivot toward the market you really want to get engaged in after you’ve established yourself. Competitive markets are accessible once you’ve done the work to build your brand’s foundation! Learn more from Scott on this exciting episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 19 September 2018
Have you ever wanted to know how other ecommerce sellers are doing in this economy? Are you curious if some of the challenges you face are similar to what your peers are experiencing? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from ecommerce business leader and entrepreneur, Andrew Youderian. In his conversation with Scott, Andrew opens up about how he got started in ecommerce, the results of his 2018 State of the Merchant eCommerce Report, common challenges that sellers like you are facing, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this informative episode featuring Andrew! Amazon, foe or friend?Many ecommerce sellers wrestle with the issue of Amazon, is it good for business or is it bad for business in the long term? This question comes from a place of uncertainty for many sellers, they don’t know if their business is safe for the long term relying solely on Amazon. What’s the answer, is Amazon a foe or a friend? According to Scott and Andrew, it depends! While Amazon remains a wonderful platform to get your brand up and running, it is dangerous to place all of your eggs in one basket! Hear more from Scott and Andrew about this important topic by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! What is a brand?How would you define an ecommerce brand? Is a product that you are selling online or is it something else? What separates a brand from a line of products? Is there a distinction? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Andrew Youderian as he provides his definition of an ecommerce brand. According to Andrew, an ecommerce brand is a proprietary product or service, something that you can offer that other people can’t. An ecommerce brand can even include a white-labeled product that is differentiated from what’s available on the marketplace. Get more helpful information from Andrew’s valuable perspective by listening to this episode! Why digital products are a no-brainer.What if there was a product that you could sell with very little overhead costs and a huge ROI? Does that sound too good to be true? It doesn’t have to be! While the number of ecommerce sellers featuring digital products has dipped in the last year, it doesn’t mean that the effort isn’t worth the investment! In fact, if you can produce a digital product like an ebook or a small report that provides value to your customer base, you’d be crazy not to give it a shot. Both Andrew and Scott are huge fans of leveraging digital products to support your brand, hear more about their perspective on this subject by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! The state of the ecommerce industry.Scott often gets asked the question, “Is there still an opportunity to build an ecommerce business or am I too late?” At the heart of this question is another question, “What is the state of the ecommerce industry?” While Scott has his own thoughts and answers to this question, Andrew Youderian has gone through the trouble to create an in-depth report. Covering facets like fastest and slowest growing ecommerce categories, common challenges for sellers, and more, you don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from Andrew’s valuable report. Check out Andrew’s report located in the resources section at the end of this post! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 17 September 2018
Could you be leaving money on the table each month with your ecommerce business? Have you taken your account through a thorough audit recently? What if there are small things that are adding up and draining your profits? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from special guest, Greg Mercer. In his conversation with Scott, Greg opens up about simple ways sellers like you can save on costs, how Amazon fees work, the benefit of using a tool like Fetcher, what to expect with refund rates, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this valuable episode with Greg! Don’t let the drip, drip, drip drown you!When a storm hits your house, you usually don’t think too much of a little leak that drips a few drops of water, but if you ignore that drip for too long, you’ll have a problem! The same is true when it comes to your financial situation as an ecommerce seller. You don’t think too much about a few fees here and a few fees there but soon they add up! Make sure your house is in order and stop the leaks before they drown you. Take the opportunity to learn from an industry expert and save money today! Find out more from Greg Mercer on this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! Where to start cutting costs.Are you ready to take a deep dive into your seller account? Now is the perfect time to give it a closer look and cut unnecessary expenses! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Greg Mercer as he provides his top three areas for sellers like you to start reducing costs.
Do you have any additions to this list? Have you addressed some of these costly expenditures? To get the full breakdown on each of these areas, make sure to listen to this episode featuring Greg’s expert advice! Why you should check out Fetcher.Let’s face it, many ecommerce business owners don’t have the time and energy to pour over their accounts and comb through every detail. What if there was a way to get an overview of your accounts in a user-friendly interface? Good news, there is! Fetcher is a profit analytics tool for Amazon businesses. They fetch, calculate, and display your seller data from Amazon so you can see product profitability and many other key metrics. Don’t get unnecessarily bogged down in the weeds of your business if you don’t have to! Learn more about how Fetcher can help sellers like you by listening to this episode featuring Fetcher creator, Greg Mercer! Work smarter, not harder!As you build your ecommerce business, one of the most important lessons that you should take to heart is the advice to work smarter, not harder. Too often business leaders get so focused on the end goal that they work themselves down to the bone! Does that sound like something you are struggling with? There are helpful tools and resources that sellers like you can use to streamline your process and save money in the process. Find out what your business needs to do eliminate wasteful expenditures by listening to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller, you don’t want to miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 14 September 2018
What is the status of your ecommerce business? Are you exactly where you had on being at this point or are you looking for a way to jump-start your efforts? Either way, you’ll find value on this episode of The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thought of the week, gives an update on TAS tools and resources, an answer to a question from a TAS follower like you, and much more! If you are ready to put in the work and apply these lesson then this episode is for you! 1st Impressions matter!Did you know that in business, one of the most important things to get right from the start is a first impression? It’s true! Just think about the last time that you had terrible customer service when you were visiting a business for the first time. Would you ever go back? Chances are, you answer is, “No!” Why should you give your patronage to a business that is unwilling to put time and energy into making a positive first impression? You shouldn’t, and that’s the point! If that’s how you wouldn’t like to be treated, don’t treat your customers that way. To hear more about the important role of first impressions, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t leave easy money on the table.Let’s face it, building a successful ecommerce business from the ground up is not an easy task! Don’t make it harder on yourself by leaving easy money on the table. If you get a product or a line of products humming along and making you money, don’t up and abandon it just because you want to go in a new direction. Use that success and build off of it, let that project bankroll your ideal project! Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott breaks down how sellers like you can make the most out of your less appealing products! What are you waiting for?Isn’t it time that you kicked your ecommerce business into high gear? What are you waiting for? Do you expect someone to come and take you by the hand and lead you every step of the way? Don’t count on it! If you really want to build something that will go the distance, you’ve got to commit to putting Scott’s tried and tested methods into practice! For you, the next step might be to review the PACE method or attend the Brand Accelerator Live event. Whatever your next step, don’t delay - take action today! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 12 September 2018
Did you know that one of the best ways to learn what you need to know in business is by learning what not to do? It’s true! You can learn a lot from some of the common mistakes made by others in your field. On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his insights on building your brand’s presence on Facebook. If you are ready to up your game and really connect with the audience you need to take your ecommerce brand to the next level, make sure to listen to this helpful episode! What not to do.Remember all those times growing up when you learned what not to do by learning the hard way? You touch a hot stove once as a child and you won’t do it again! While there are many lessons in life that you can only learn the hard way, effectively reaching your audience on Facebook isn’t one of them! You don’t have to make the same mistakes, you have the opportunity to learn from someone who’s at the cutting edge, learning all the tips and insights you need to get your business off the ground. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott goes over some common mistakes that sellers like you can avoid when it comes to audience engagement! Engage in a way that works!As a small business owner, you want to get the most bang for your buck, right? Stop wasting time and resources on the old way of engagement by getting people to like your page on Facebook! Rather, target your niche audience with curated content that appeals to them through a tip or addressing a pain point. If you can deliver value in this way and keep your message short and engaging, you are on the right path! To hear more about crafting a compelling message on Facebook, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! How to deliver valuable content.Are you struggling to come up with content that will connect with your target audience? What have you tried so far? Do you think it’s time for a change in strategy? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he breaks down his approach to delivering valuable content to his audience. According to Scott, it all comes down to crafting a relatable approach and delivering value. The last thing you want to do is to waste your audiences’ time! When you connect with your audience using a message crafted for them then you are well on your way, the next step is retargeting them. Get more details from Scott on how to retarget the right people for your brand by listening to this episode! Make sure to check out PACE!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long then you’ve heard about the PACE method that Scott and his team have developed. If you want to build a solid ecommerce business then you need to take a look at PACE and start mapping your roadmap to success. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over some strategies that you can use to effectively engage with your audience on Facebook. This process falls under the attention and cultivation pillars of the PACE methodology. To get the full breakdown of PACE, make sure to check out the resources section at the end of this post! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 10 September 2018
How in the world do you build your ecommerce business by leveraging a tool like an email list? Isn’t the use of email as a marketing platform dead? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over his email list engagement strategy, what to avoid when contacting your list, how to make an offer to your list without turning them off, why it’s important to retarget followers who didn’t open your email and other helpful tips! If you are ready to take your customer engagement strategy to the next level, then this episode is for you! Don’t look for the quick sale!Let’s face it, many ecommerce sellers are looking for a quick ROI for many of the tools and strategies that they deploy. Don’t be so quick to adopt this outlook! Time and time again, you’ve heard from Scott that success takes a long-term approach in the ecommerce sector. If you are looking for instant success and overnight results, you are in the wrong line of work! Take the time to learn from Scott’s seasoned approach to building an ecommerce business that will go the distance by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! The formula for engaging your email list effectively.What does it take to get your followers engaged with your brand? How do you turn followers into fans? According to Scott, it all comes down to consistency and value. If you start off by shoving pitch after pitch in their face, you won’t have much of a following! Instead, focus on delivering at least one email a week that provides something of value. Don’t sell in every email! Place some trust deposits by sending them tips and stories about your niche topic and then make an ask. To hear more about this successful formula from Scott, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller, you don't’ want to miss it! Make sure to retarget followers who didn’t open your email.Did you know that you are in danger of leaving money on the table each time you send out an email to your list? It’s true! Too often ecommerce businesses will send out an email to their list and never follow up and retarget the subscribers who didn’t open their email. Don’t fall for that same trap! Taking that extra step to follow up and retarget those unread emails within 24 hours could be the difference between a few sales and a large number! Find out how to retarget your email list effectively by listening to Scott’s expert advice on this episode of The Amazing Seller! The PACE method won’t let you down!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long then you’ve heard about the PACE method that Scott and his team have developed. Have you used the PACE method? If you want to build a solid ecommerce business then you need to take a look at PACE and start mapping your roadmap to success. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over some strategies that you can use to effectively engage with your email list subscribers. This process falls under the cultivation pillar of the PACE methodology. To get the full breakdown of PACE, make sure to check out the resources section at the end of this post! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 7 September 2018
What steps are you taking right now to move your ecommerce business forward? Are you in need of a little push in the right direction? Good news, you’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller. On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares why he is so fired up about the Brand Accelerator Live event, his thought of the week, why it’s so important to diversify your business, and of course - the answer to a question from a TAS follower like you! Don’t miss a minute of this helpful and engaging episode! Why you should sign up for Brand Accelerator Live.Let’s face it, running an ecommerce business and leading it to success is no small task. How do you plan to take your brand to the next level of growth? Why not consider investing in your future by attending the Brand Accelerator Live event next September? Brand Accelerator Live is the very first large-scale TAS event designed to help sellers like you break out from the rest of the competition and stand out! Don’t let the what every other competitor is doing set the pace for you and your business! Find out how you can reserve your spot for this special event by checking out the link in the resource section at the end of this post, you don't’ want to miss it! Don’t put all of your eggs in one basket!What would happen to your ecommerce business if Amazon decided to lock you out tomorrow? Do you have the means to make adjustments and keep going in an upward direction? If not, it might be time to consider diversifying your channels and your strategy. You’ve heard the phrase, don’t place all of your eggs in one basket, right? The same is true when it comes to ecommerce channels too! Heed Scott’s advice and learn how to create alternative methods that you can use in the event that your business needs to make a pivot. Learn more from Scott’s seasoned perspective by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! What you need to do to identify your niche market.Have you identified your niche market yet? Have you honed in on that one product or approach that will set you apart from all the other ecommerce sellers in your target market? What are you waiting for? If you want to succeed, you’ve got be willing to put in the work and outsmart your competitors! One great way to get a leg up on your competition is by researching their reviews and find out how their customers are using the product and what they don’t like about the product. With that information, you can go to work making a superior product! Hear more about this important subject by listening to this exciting episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 5 September 2018
Can you really build a business around your passion? Is it a realistic goal to have a brand that operates anchored around a topic or subject matter that you are engaged and knowledgeable about? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he sits down with a TAS follower like you who is building his ecommerce business. In their conversation, Jeff opens up about how he got started with ecommerce, how he’s built up his business, what he’s trying to accomplish, and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this valuable episode as Scott gives Jeff a good push in the right direction! Find your niche.Have you found your niche market yet? Are you ready to go out there and build a business based on your passion? Now is the time to act! There are so many tools and methods that ecommerce sellers like you can use to get your business off the ground and build your niche audience. Scott encourages sellers to take the time and really drill down to locate that specific niche market that you can use to build your brand. If you are struggling with finding your niche, this is the episode for you! Listen as Scott coaches a seller like you through the process of locating a niche and building a solid brand from there! Why you should use video to reach your audience.Did you know that video is grabbing more and more of the market share? It’s true, just take a look at your Facebook or Twitter feed! What can you do to take advantage of this trend? According to Scott, sellers like you need to get your face or the face of your brand’s spokesperson on video and exposed to the public. Think about it, you are more likely to trust and engage with a brand that takes the time to engage with you. Don’t overthink or over complicate this step, learn more about using video to engage your audience by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Use autofill to your advantage!What would it be like to have access to the top keywords and often searched for phrases that relate to your brand? Sellers like you can use the autofill feature in the search box on Google, YouTube, Amazon, and other sites to find out what people are searching in relation to your niche product. What are you waiting for? Take advantage of this easily accessed tool that can give you the info you need to make your brand competitive! Learn more about this tool and others by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Tried and tested methods that work.Starting any small business can be scary, let alone one that deals with suppliers overseas and customers that you’ll likely never meet face to face. How do you know that your ecommerce business is on the right track? How can you be sure that you are using the right strategy and methodology? Scott can really talk a good game, but its not just talk, Scott has the experience and the success to back it up! Don’t fall for the flashy and gimmicky methods, look for the leaders who are willing to shoot you straight and give you the unvarnished truth. Make sure to check out the resources section below to go further with Scott’s methods like PACE! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 3 September 2018
Is there ever a good time to make a pivot in your business? If so, how do you know it’s the right time? What steps should you take to make the pivot successfully? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from guest expert, Jaime Masters. In her conversation with Scott, Jamie opens up about when to pivot in business, what to do when your heart isn’t in your work, why she developed the Owner Box platform, and much more! Make sure you have all the tools you need for the day when you may need to pivot by listening to this helpful episode featuring Jaime! When is the right time to pivot?How do you know that it is the right time to make a pivot in your business? Are there warning signs that you need to be looking for? According to Scott and Jaime, it all comes down to sticking to your end goal, you why. What is your why? If you know your why and you stick to it, you can make changes and pivots along the way that help you deliver on accomplishing your why. One thing that you want to have on your radar is to avoid chasing the green grass that always looks greener on the other side of the fence. Just because you aren’t getting massive traction or results in one area, it doesn’t mean that you should jump ship and start something new right away, give it time. To hear more from Scott and Jamie on this important subject, make sure to listen to this episode! What to do when your heart isn’t in your business.Have you ever felt like you were just going through the motions? What does it take to break out of that funk and get back to living life in a way that is energizing? Many business leaders are faced with this tough scenario when they reach the point in her business where they no longer feel passionate about the work they are involved in. What the solution? One option is to start giving away responsibilities and roles that you occupy so you can redirection your attention and focus on what you want to pursue. Another option is to sell your business and move on completely to a new project altogether. Learn from Jaime and Scott’s helpful conversation on this topic by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Don’t let redundancies ruin your flow!What if there was a way to save your business tons of revenue simply by updating your systems and workflow? Does that sound too good to be true? It’s not! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Jaime Masters as she explains how her program, Owner Box can help leaders like you streamline your organization for maximum efficiency. Through her work consulting with business owners over the years, Jaime has developed a systemized approach can cut through redundancies and help leaders like you get your team to focus on what really matters. Check out the link to Jaime’s tools located in the resources section at the end of this post! Do what it takes to succeed!Let’s face it, building an ecommerce business and running a startup isn’t the easiest road you could have chosen to travel down. You picked this journey for a reason, you are tired of the status quo and you want to go out there and build something that you can be proud of. That’s great, but are you willing to do what it will require in order to succeed? Are you really willing to hold out and say no to short-term success so you can build something that will last? If so, you are in good company! Learn from Scott and the insights he has to share, don’t take this resource for granted! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 31 August 2018
It’s that time of the week again! This is where ecommerce sellers like you get to bring your tough questions to a guy who’s seen just about every scenario you could think of, it’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over why you should take advantage of the new TAS event - Brand Acceleration Live, his thought of the week, and of course - the answer to a question from a TAS follower like you! Don't’ miss a minute of this helpful and engaging episode! Make sure to grab your ticket to Brand Accelerator Live!Do you have your ticket for Brand Accelerator Live yet? What are you waiting for? This is your opportunity to be a part of TAS history! Brand Accelerator Live is the very first large-scale TAS event and Scott wants you to do what you can show up. If you sign up for the event right now, you can secure access to the Early Bird discount. This event will we well worth the price, Scott has worked hard to make sure that it’s packed full of useful and actionable contest for sellers like you. Get more info on this event by checking out the link in the resources section below! Don’t procrastinate, plan ahead.Have you ever struggled with planning ahead? What about sticking to a schedule or a set of goals? One of the worst times to fall victim to procrastination for the ecommerce seller is right now! According to Scott, right now is the time when sellers like you should be preparing and laying the groundwork for a successful 4th quarter. Are you ready? Do you have a strategy to put your brand in the best position to succeed when 4th quarter rolls around? Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott explains how sellers like you can avoid disaster! How to connect with your email list, effectively.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long you know that Scott is passionate about helping ecommerce sellers understand why building an email list is so important. Once you’ve built that email list, what do you do? What is the best strategy for communicating with and marketing to your email list? Scott says that sellers need to focus on keeping the list warm by offering helpful tips and tools that show the audience that the brand is interested in providing value as much as making a sale. To hear Scott expand on this and other ways to keep your email list engaged with your brand, make sure to listen to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 29 August 2018
As an ecommerce business leader, you want to do everything you can to protect the platform and business you are building. Are you prepared in the event of hijackers selling your product on Amazon? What about patent issues? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he welcomes his guest, Steve Weigler. In their conversation, Steve and Scott discuss how to deal with hijackers, the best way to utilize Amazon’s brand registry program, if it’s worth it to fill a patent, the details about Amazon’s new “Transparency” program, and much more! Make sure to have pen and paper ready for this informative episode! What are you waiting for? Register your brand!Did you know that one of the best ways to protect your brand is by registering it through Amazon’s Brand Registry program? Have you taken your brand through that process yet? According to Steve Weigler’s expert perspective, if you take your ecommerce business through Amazon’s process, you’ll be better protected if a hijacker comes along. Don’t leave your brand susceptible to hijacking! To get the full breakdown of how Brand Registry can set your business up for success, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Is it a good idea to get a patent?Have you heard how getting a patent could help protect your brand from knockoffs and hijackers? Is it really worth it to go through the lengthy process of securing a patent? If you are considering getting a patent, you may want to heed Steve Weigler’s advice. While getting a patent might be a good idea if you have a ton of resources or a really innovative idea that needs that type of protection chances are, your brand doesn’t. Think through your strategy and make sure you have a proper understanding of how to best deploy your resources! Listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott and Steve expand on this topic and much more! What is, “Transparency?”There is a new program through Amazon that ecommerce sellers like you need to be aware of! Amazon’s new program is called, “Transparency” and it’s specifically designed to help sellers like you secure your product and enjoy a crystal clear certainty on when it sells and ships from Amazon. When you participate in this program, Amazon sells you a sticker with a unique code that goes on the outside of each of your products. For more details on the Transparency program and how you can use it to your advantage, make sure to listen to this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! Copyright your logo and packaging!Do you have a plan to copyright your brand’s logo and packaging? Are your logo and packaging unique and creative? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and Steve as they explain why sellers like you need to invest in packaging and logos that stand out! Steve explains that the more you can create layers of complexity and detail to your product and your packaging, the more protected you are from hijackers. The copywriting process doesn’t have to be as complicated as it often sounds! To hear how Steve and his team and help sellers like you navigate the process, listen to this episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 27 August 2018
What is the direction you are taking your business in? Are you confident in your strategy and approach or do you need to look at things from a different perspective? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he gives a peek behind the curtain of one of his strategy calls. In his recap of the strategy call, Scott explains how it can be helpful to leverage your passion to build your business, why you need to understand your weaknesses and limitations, how your brand can get an edge over the competition, and so much more! Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn from Scott’s coaching! Build your brand off of your passion!One of the best ways to build a business you can be proud of is by building it around your passion! Does that sound too good to be true? It doesn’t have to! While it may be difficult, depending on your passion, this is the best way to build a business that can go the distance! Let’s face it, people can see right through a superficial and uninspired approach. Make sure your business doesn’t disappear into the crowd of competitors, let it stand out! Learn more about leveraging your passion to build your business by listening to this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! It’s OK to get an outside perspective.It can be kind of uncomfortable letting a stranger poke through your business plans and strategies, but it can be one of the smartest things you could ever do! While it’s not ideal, businesspeople have learned that getting an outside perspective can make all the difference. Is it time to let a trusted mentor or an accomplished professional take a look at your business model? What do you have to lose? Scott is so confident in the value of this approach that he's built a whole subsection of TAS around it! Hear more about Scott’s work with the TAS Inner Circle and why it may be a good next step for your business by listening to this episode! Don’t fall for shortcuts!Remember when you were a kid and you always looked for a shortcut so you could get back to what you really wanted to do? That type of thinking left once you became an adult, right? It’s so hard to resist the appeal of taking the shortcut in life but the truth is, most of the time, it’s worth taking the long route! If you want to build a long lasting ecommerce business that will continue to provide income and profits for you years from now, you’ve to get be willing to leave the shortcuts behind. Make sure you listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott stresses the value of putting in the work necessary for success and kicking shortcuts to the curb, don’t miss it! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 24 August 2018
Have you ever been a part of an elaborate surprise party or had to keep a big secret? The anticipation and excitement can be excruciating! Finally, Scott is able to reveal his BIG NEWS! Working with his friend, Kevin Sanderson, Scott is ready to announce his new event, Brand Accelerator LIVE. This is going to be a special larger scale TAS event where sellers like you can come to get actionable content that you can use to expand your brand. Scott is pumped about this new phase for TAS. To get all the details, make sure to listen to this exciting episode of The Amazing Seller! Making the right connection.Isn’t it great when the timing works out and you meet the right person at the right time? Maybe for you, that person was a business connection or your spouse. Looking back at his professional career, Scott has had some amazing connections that occurred because he happened to be in the right room. His meeting with Kevin Sanderson was no exception. Kevin has been a TAS fan for a few years now and had the opportunity to meet Scott at some TAS meetups and other ecommerce events. Everything changed for Scott and Kevin when Kevin worked up the courage to propose a large scale TAS event that he could help Scott create. Learn more about how Scott and Kevin connected and how the whole idea for Brand Accelerator LIVE played out by listening to this episode! An event built around actionable content.Don’t you hate it when you fork over your hard earned money to attend these workshops, masterminds, or networking events only to walk away empty handed and no better off? What if there was a way to build an event from the ground up that existed solely to provide attendees with a solid action plan to execute the information learned? This idea won’t be a pipe dream any longer! Scott and Kevin are committed to providing their attendees with a thorough action plan that will empower them rather than drain them as they return home and to the day to day of their business. Listen to this episode as Scott and Kevin expand on their plans and much more! Get the Early Bird Special!If this exciting idea of attending an innovative and useful live event appeals to you, what’s your next step? Do you wait for an email from Scott or do you take the initiative? No! You’ve got to be proactive and sign you up for early access and get the Early Bird special pricing. As soon as there is a locked in date and location ready for the Brand Accelerator LIVE event, you’ll be the first to know! Don’t let this opportunity pass you by! Get all the details on Early Bird pricing by checking out the link located at the end of this post. OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 22 August 2018
Are there methods and connections out there on the marketplace that can enable ecommerce sellers to move away from gatekeepers like Alibaba? What is the best way to make those connections? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from special guest and product sourcing expert Nathan Resnick. In his conversation with Scott, Nathan opens up about his background in the ecommerce industry, how ended up in China, what channels are available to sellers like you, why he created his company, Sourcify, and much more! Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode featuring Nathan! How a white guy ended up in China.Nathan Resnick had no idea that a year-long visit to China while in high school would set him on the path to becoming a product sourcing expert in the ecommerce industry. Pulling the thread of curiosity, Nathan went from an average student in America to full cultural immersion on the streets of Beijing, China. Visiting the markets there and discovering the type of craftsmanship when into the products ignited a spark in Nathan that he fanned into the flame of entrepreneurship. To hear more about Nathan’s story and what he learned from his experiences in China, make sure to check out this fascinating episode, you don't’ want to miss it! Don’t be afraid to shop around!If you are at the stage of building your ecommerce business where you are looking for ways to save on your production costs, consider looking for a new supplier! You might not want to rock the boat once you’ve found a solid supplier and that’s understandable, but you need to know that there are some amazing options out there. Why not explore the options and diversify your supply chain? If you’ve heard it once from Scott, you’ve heard it a thousand times - make sure your business isn’t dependent on one channel, product, or supplier for your success! To hear more about shopping your product around to reputable suppliers, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! The 3 pillars of a valuable supply chain.Did you know that a valuable supply chain can be broken up into three aspects? It’s true! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Nathan Resnick as he shares the three pillars of Sourcify’s successful supply chain. Here are the three pillars of a valuable supply chain;
While it’s extremely difficult to piece together a supply chain that hits all three pillars, it’s not impossible! Find out how Nathan and his team can help sellers like you hone in on a supply process that can take your business to the next level of growth! Why you should check out Sourcify.Are you ready to take your ecommerce brand to the next level? What will you do to get your brand in the best position for growth? One of the best resources in the marketplace right now for ecommerce entrepreneurs is Sourcify. Nathan and his team at Sourcify are hard at work to make life easier for sellers like you in a multitude of ways. From clear cut timelines to a streamlined production process, the factories that work with Sourcify are vetted and ready to take whatever you can throw their way! Hear more about the story of Sourcify and why you should check them out by listening to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 20 August 2018
If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long you’ve probably heard about the PACE method (if you haven’t, check out the links below this post). The very last pillar of PACE is called expansion, this is where a business reaches the point where they are ready to expand and take the operation to the next level of growth. One of the best ways to position your business for growth is by automating your processes and connecting with outside help to free up your capacity. Make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller as Scott welcomes back Nathan Hirsch to discuss the topic of hiring the right people to scale your business! When is the right time to get outside help?As a business leader, you are often looking at the bottom line and find yourself asking the question, “Can we afford it?” While that’s a great question to ask, sometimes you need to ask a similar question, “Can we afford to NOT do it?” Can you really afford not hiring outside help? Just think of all the freed up time and mental space that outsourcing even a few simple tasks can provide. If you want a way to up your game, consider taking some minor tasks off your plate! To hear how outsourcing tasks have helped Scott in the past, make sure to listen to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! Find out how to get the help you need!If you are ready to admit that you need help in your business, the question remains, where do you start? How do you know what tasks to outsource and where to look for those freelancers? That’s where Nathan Hirsch and his team at FreeeUp want to step in! If you are ready to take that next step, go ahead and start the process with the FreeeUp team and they’ll help you identify what areas and tasks their freelancers can help you with. What do you have to lose? Consider it a worthwhile investment in your business! Hear more from Nathan on this episode of The Amazing Seller! 3 levels of hiring.Did you know that there are three distinct levels at which business leaders choose to hire outside help? If you are wondering whether you are at the point of needing outside help in the form of a freelance worker, check out these three levels from FreeeUp Founder and CEO, Nathan Hirsch.
Learn more about hiring freelance workers at each of these three levels by listening to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller featuring Nathan Hirsch! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 17 August 2018
What is the status of your business, right now? Is it still a pipe dream or have you been working on it for a while now? Either way, this episode is for you! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as shares his thought of the week on customer service and as he addresses a two-part question from a TAS follower like you! Get the hyped-up excitement you need to go out there and grow your business by listening to this helpful episode! Why you should over deliver on customer service.Think back, when was the last time you experienced out of this world customer service? It’s rare these days but a good experience stood out, didn’t it? The truth is, everyone wants to be valued and served with a high level of care and detail. Are you giving that type of experience to your customers? Would they agree with your assessment? According to Scott, by providing high-quality customer service, your business can stand out from the crowd in a positive way! To hear more about why you should over deliver on customer service, make sure to listen to this engaging episode of The Amazing Seller! Is email marketing dead?Is it really worth your time and resources to invest into building an email list? Is email marketing as effective as it once was? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares his thoughts on email marketing. While new tools will come and go, the fact is, email marketing has been around for quite a long time and is still being used today! Business leaders like you shouldn’t just keep doing something like email marketing just because other people are doing it, you’ve got to look at the data. As it currently stands, the data shows that email marketing is still worth your time and investment. Hear Scott expand on this topic and much more by listening to this episode! Expanding options including Facebook Messenger.As ecommerce leaders like you continue to push the envelope when it comes to innovation, when will customer engagement strategies catch up? Apparently, they already are catching up at a breakneck pace! More and more businesses are utilizing Facebook Messenger to communicate with their customers and even draw in new members of their audience. What are you waiting for? Are you willing to test out Facebook Messenger engagement? Scott thinks that there is real potential when it comes to utilizing Facebook Messenger but that leaders like you should’ t use it as a replacement for tried and tested channels like email marketing. Learn more from Scott perspective on leveraging Facebook Messenger by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 15 August 2018
How can ecommerce leaders like you take your brand to the next level? What do you need to do to boost your sales and drive traffic to your products? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares five ways to get increased sales in your business. These tried and tested methods can work for you and your business but remember, you have to put in the time and you have to take action! Get the full breakdown of all five methods by listening to this engaging episode, you don't’ want to miss it! Start a YouTube channel.What is the fastest growing medium on the internet? Video! Just take a stroll through your Facebook or Instagram feed and you’ll see how prolific videos are. What are you doing to take advantage of this trend? How can your brand catch the wave and leverage this influx of traffic? According to Scott, one of the best ways to do this is by creating a YouTube channel. As you build your channel you can start by posting product reviews or how to videos that are related to your niche market. Learn more about leveraging the power of video by listening to this helpful episode of The Amazing Seller! What are you waiting for, build an email list!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about convincing sellers like you build an email list. Where are you in that step? Have you built an email list? If not, what are you waiting for? Creating an email list of individuals who’ve expressed interest in your brand can serve as a powerful asset as you get your business off the ground. You can use your email list to drive traffic to your product listing, get feedback about product ideas, and much more! Learn more about email list building by checking out the link to Scott’s workshop located in the resource section! Why you should use Facebook Ads.Did you know that one of the hottest tools in the ecommerce industry right now is Facebook Ads? Have you started working with this important tool? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott explains why he loves to use Facebook Ads and how sellers like you can make the most of this awesome tool! Using Facebook Ads is so much more than just paying to get a sale - while you can use it for that purpose, you can also use it to expand your reach and grow your list of interested customers. Find out why Scott is so fired up about Facebook Ads by listening to this episode! Connect with social media influencers!One of the most popular methods of growing a brand is by connecting social media personalities and influencers who have taken the time to build a unique following. If you want to expand your brand’s reach, why not consider partnering with an influencer in your niche market? Scott has dabbled with this approach and he’s had some great experiences. Find out how your brand can benefit from tapping into the audience of social media personalities by listening to this valuable episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 13 August 2018
Do you have what it takes to pitch your brand in a compelling way that will connect with guys like Scott, Steve Chu, Mike Jackness, and Greg Mercer? What would you do with $50,000? How would that infusion of cash help you take your brand to the next level of growth? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott, Steve, Mike, and Greg as they unveil their latest joint venture, “The 5 Minute Pitch.” Get all the details about this fun new contents that you have a shot at winning by listening to this exciting episode, you don't’ want to miss it! What are the criteria?If you want to participate in the 5 Minute Pitch, here is what you need to know. The contest is a Shark Tank style competition where you start off with a five-minute pitch. If you are chosen to move on to the next round, you’ll proceed to a tiered system until one winner is given the $50,000. Who should apply? Any startup business that needs a fresh infusion of cash - software companies, membership sites, physical products, anyone who is bootstrapping their business. If you are interested, make sure to check out the link to get started, located in the resources section at the end of this post! How to increase your chances of winning.What is the secret to increasing your chances of being selected and eventually winning the 5 Minute Pitch? Is there a magic formula? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from the guys as they let you in on some of the keep aspects they are looking for when it comes to awarding the $50,000 prize. At the end of the day, it all comes down to personality, story, and presentation. If you can nail all three of these aspects, you’ve got a great chance for success! Want to hear more about what that looks like? Hear more details from the guys by listening to this episode! Tell your story!Let’s face it, no one connects to a boring story. If you don’t have something engaging and exciting to share, don’t bother applying! You don’t have to make something up, just look for ways to reframe and share your story in a compelling way. Do yourself a favor and take a look at a few episodes of The Profit and Shark Tank before you sit down to start working on your 5-minute pitch. Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to hone your pitch skills and win a $50,000 prize! Make sure to check out the resources section at the end of this post and listen to this episode for more details that will help you craft a compelling pitch! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Fri, 10 August 2018
Are you looking for tools and tips that will help you push your ecommerce brand to the next level of growth? Do you have that one nagging question that you wish someone could answer? You’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller! On this episode, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares some helpful tools you can use to improve your business and he answers a question submitted by a TAS follower like you! You don’t want to miss this helpful and engaging episode! Is your brand on PACE?Have you heard Scott’s break down of the PACE method? What are you waiting for? If you are ready to put in the work and grow your business, the PACE method is the tool you need to use! Here is a quick rundown of what PACE stands for:
To get the full and in-depth explanation of how the PACE method plays out and what you can do to start implementing these pillars in your business, make sure to check out the link in the resources section at the end of this post! What is the TAS Inner Circle?Do you have what it takes to join the TAS Inner Circle? What does the Inner Circle have to offer? Are you at the point in your business where it would be helpful? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he shares some brief information about the TAS Inner Circle. While the Inner Circle isn’t for everyone, it could be just what your business needs to unlock growth and expansion. Scott and his team are very select with this process and only want to accept the leaders that they are confident they can help. If your business is bringing in over $500,000 each year and you are ready to take it up a notch, make sure to check out the link located in the resources section! Amazon is still the best place to get your business off the ground.Scott often gets the question, “Is it a good idea to build my ecommerce brand on Amazon?” Time and time again, Scott goes back to his answer, yes! In almost every case, Amazon is the best location to get your brand off the ground and gaining momentum. Why is Amazon the best platform? It has everything you need, already baked into the platform! Once you’ve built up that brand and you get to the point where things are running smoothly, then comes the next phase, building a channel outside of Amazon. To hear how Scott has seen this whole process play out successfully, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Wed, 8 August 2018
As an ambitious ecommerce business leader, you are constantly on the lookout for ways to get an edge over the competition, right? What if you could avoid some of the most common mistakes that many Amazon sellers make? Imagine how avoiding these mistakes would position your business for unprecedented success! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he reveals the top three mistakes he has observed Amazon sellers making. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn from Scott unique and seasoned perspective! Have pen and paper ready, you are going to need it! Depending too much on one channel.If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott preaches often about making sure that your brand is not dependent on any one channel for success. The old saying holds true, don’t put all of your eggs in one basket! Scott has seen too many businesses go under due to the fact that they failed to seek out additional channels that would have allowed them to put their brand in a position for long-term success. You can do this, you can start right now by brainstorming different channels to expand your brand too. To hear more about this important topic, make sure to listen to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Relying too much on one product.In a similar vein as the issue of depending on just one channel for brand growth, many ecommerce sellers are making the all too common mistake of relying on just one product to do all the heavy lifting. Don’t fall for this same trap! Make sure your business can go the distance by creating a whole suite of products that brings depth and appeal to your brand. Protect yourself from the worse case scenario and keep your brand competitive! You’ll hear more about why it’s so important to expand your brand’s product line when you listen to this informative episode of The Amazing Seller! Why you need to research marketing.If Scott could wave his magic wand and make all ecommerce sellers do one thing to improve their business, at the top of that list would be to brush up and become an expert on marketing. Seriously! As the ecommerce industry continues to shift and evolve, the wise and astute business leader will take the initiative to find out how to get their product and their brand in front of as many people as possible. There are so many great ways that sellers like you can use to get begin your education on marketings. Make sure to listen to this episode and check out the resources section at the end of this post! Start somewhere!Do you feel overwhelmed and paralyzed with inaction? Do you feel like there are so many things you need to do to get your business going but you can’t decide on which action to take? You aren’t alone! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he breaks it all down so you can move forward with an actionable step! Let’s face it, moving forward without a clear direction is next to impossible! You know deep down, at least which direction your brand should start heading in. That’s all you need! Write it out and break it down into smaller, more manageable actions steps! To hear more about this process of breaking things down, make sure to listen to this episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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Mon, 6 August 2018
What is going on with the TAS crew behind the scenes? What do Scott and his team have cooked up for the future of TAS? How can you get involved or benefit from the amazing projects that are coming down the line? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and company as they go over their inner circle plans. Over the course of their conversation, they touch on why they created a TAS mastermind, the value of accountability, what it takes to put great ideas into action, and so much more! Don’t miss a minute of this engaging episode! The value of accountability.Let’s face it, accountability is not a sexy topic. The truth is, accountability has everything to do with long-term success! A lack of accountability breeds an atmosphere of poor decision making. Does that sound like a healthy business environment? No! Too often, business leaders don’t have a good place to turn even if they wanted to be held accountable. One of the many reasons why Scott and his team have developed the TAS mastermind group is to help leaders connect with peers who can hold their feet to the fire! Learn more about the mastermind and why it’s so helpful by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Simplify your process!If you’ve been around the TAS community for very long, you know that Scott is passionate about streamlining processes and looking for ways to build momentum. What is the status of your process right now? Are things running smoothly or do you need to make some adjustments? While it may sound basic, simplifying your process can be one of the hardest things to do! Don’t confuse complexity with success. To find out how you can embrace a more simplified approach to your business, listen to this useful episode! Helping others grow and find success.When was the last time you had outside eyes on your business? Where do you go to get an objective and helpful perspective when you are stuck? For most business leaders, the answers to these questions are often never and nowhere. Scott and his team are doing their best to equip leaders like you to get outside of your own thought patterns and embrace new points of view. Even if you can’t be part of the select TAS mastermind, you can benefit from its innovation! Scott and his team will be rolling out tips and insights you can use that directly come from this breeding ground of ideas! Learn more about mastermind and Scott’s motivations for starting it by listening to this episode of The Amazing Seller! Turn ideas into action!You’ve been there, you attended a conference or you just finished listening to a great audiobook or podcast and you are filled with good ideas that end up going nowhere! Aren’t you sick of that?! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott and his team as they explain how they are working to get rid of this frustrating experience. From TAS events to content and podcast episodes, you’ll see more ways that you can take action with the concepts and ideas that Scott and his team put out. Hear more about their passion for solving this issue by listening to this exciting episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER
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