The Million Dollar Sellers Podcast

Back in 2015, Sean Chow teamed up with a friend who was already selling on Amazon, kickstarting his own Amazon journey. Although their partnership didn't go as planned, Sean turned it into a valuable learning experience, gaining essential skills and knowledge along the way. Fast forward to today, Sean has built a thriving business that's approaching 8-figure revenue, with an awesome remote team.In the podcast episode, Sean dives into the importance of partnerships, mentorship, and the art of delegation. He shares how cultivating a positive working culture within the team has been instrumental in their success. In this episode you’ll learn: Strategies for intentional product selection and development Tips for effective team management and remote work dynamics The significance of training, communication, and regular check-ins for maintaining a strong company culture Insights into incentive structures and aligning them with individual preferences and business goals Practical advice for building a successful Amazon business while enjoying a flexible and remote lifestyle

Prepare to be inspired as Nick Shucet engages in a captivating podcast episode with Corey Ganim, a successful entrepreneur and MDS member. Corey takes us on a thrilling journey from discovering Amazon through a YouTube video to leaving his corporate job and diving headfirst into entrepreneurship.Experience Corey's evolution from retail arbitrage to wholesale success, as he shares his strategies for scaling, building supplier relationships, and prioritizing profitability. In this podcast episode, you'll learn: How Corey Ganim discovered the world of Amazon selling through a video by Reezy Resells. The crucial role of an entrepreneurial mindset and family support in life-changing decisions. How Corey left his corporate job to pursue entrepreneurship. The impact of implementing financial management principles from the book "Profit First" in Corey's business. Insights into the shifting perceptions of work and entrepreneurship in today's dynamic landscape.

Learning about Amazon changed Ephraim’s life. He moved from a dissatisfied 21 years-old employee who earned a paltry $12 an hour to a seven-figure seller of over 35,000 products within 6 weeks.Key TakeawaysEphraim will teach you the following vital lessons in this interview: Utilize the power of keywords to scale on Amazon Explore Amazon PPC if you desire growth in your eCommerce business Venturing into new business terrains is a great risk that’s worth taking. Knowing what others don’t know can set you apart from other businesses Always prepare for the possibility of a congested port so you don’t completely risk your Q4 When Amazon gives you removal, they offer a free window period to send back that SKUs. Ensure to belong to a business community that you can rely on for help like the Amazon family and MDS.

Mehran’s business sense dates back to making profit off candy he got from 7-Eleven as a kid. And with about 30% hit on his business during the pandemic, his next milestone is to get the business back to the numbers before COVID.Key TakeawaysThings you’ll find out from this interview with Mehran Kamari Ensure that you know everything you need to know before jumping into a business You must shift from an employee mindset to a business owner’s mindset The MDS community reshapes your idea of what friendship should be Losing his father made Mehran realize that people can work all their lives and never enjoy freedom Consider the risk involved in any path you choose to take Community is often a big part of big decisions because of shared aspirations and challenges People are more inclined to do business with you if they resonate with your experiences If you don’t know what you want, you’ll get discouraged when you encounter obstacles Leaving a well-paying job to focus on business can be very scary Don’t be shabby with hiring A relaxed environment can become a trap for your business Mehran delegates most repetitive tasks to focus on building products

Shawn Cannon and his partner Becky began selling on Amazon merely as an alternative income source and have been able to bring in a seven-figure turnover yearly. Key TakeawaysIn this interview Shawn will teach you these valuable lessons: Arbitrage is one of the best ways to get into selling on Amazon for people with money Consider every listing as a doorway to get into Amazon Branding can greatly impact your Amazon sales turnover if done rightly Challenges will come when venturing into arbitrage but do not quit.  It’s advisable to have a thousand listings that sold one unit than one listing that sold a thousand. It’s okay to try out different products before settling for the one with the most skews and demand. Sticking to a brand is more rewarding than doing wholesale in the long run. When it comes to running a business, focus on two things—what you love and what you’re great at. Be willing to take blind leap of faith towards achieving your goals

Kevin demonstrates how environment shapes mindset. Seeing his family do business as a kid, he was able to convince his mother to invest in his first business. However, oneness is something he constantly pursues.Key Takeaways Things you’ll learn from this interview with Kevin Hundall:  Having a relevant support system improves confidence in business Identifying and maximizing opportunities in unpleasant situations  How personal values shape a business  Your passion fuels your commitment and dedication to your business The MDS community embodies the value of a community Seek opportunities in fun and interesting things  Family members can build businesses together if they agree  There’s no age limit in the pursuit of success

At Ecom CPA, simplicity is the keyword. So, they’re constantly working on building systems to break the silo that exist between the accounting and tax departments.Since most of their clients are entrepreneurs who hate to repeat themselves, their solutions gather enough information to reduce such stress. Then goes further to help them understand their taxes and all they need to know about compliance. Key TakeawaysIn this interview, you'll learn from Jeremy and Jason: Some systems that neutralize the silo between the accounting and tax departments Understand taxes and all the moving pieces from a compliance perspective The best way to satisfy your client is to ask them what they want and listen How Jason overcame his uncertainties about eCommerce How they’re able to get more traction than their competitors Why they only work with clients that are a good fit Why Jeremy chose Jason for his current role

Mike shows how meditation can help leaders respect their staff and understand that everyone is a part of a bigger picture.Key TakeawaysIn this interview, you'll learn this from Mike: How meditation helps to calm the monkey mind To be calm even in the midst of your challenges Meditation creates a space between any your response and any action You’ll always ask the right questions and get faster results in a few tries The practice increases emotional intelligence People diagnosed with ADHD can  Spending time meditating moves you away from negative mindset Recognizing distraction is as precious as being focused

Although Hasan started out to be an accountant, his love for business and adventure was stronger. In this interview he shows how positioned his executives and customers to be part of the business success.Key TakeawaysIn this interview, you'll learn this from Hasan: Expect failure the first time you start a business Building a business around things you love increases your chances of success Focus on one thing at a time People are drawn to honesty Encourage your customers to give feedback and let that reflect in your updates Selling products that don’t expire tells customers that they’ll enjoy every penny they paid Make it easy for your customers to order your product

Investors have poured $1 Billion into Amazon aggregators like Thrasio. John tells what it was like during Thrasio's beginnings or what he liked to call "origin story". He explains why successful teams are not composed of just a single person's ideas.You'll also learn what it's like managing a team of 15,000 people and the processes that go along with it. Now that aggregators are becoming a thing, John tells you what makes Thrasio stand out from its competitors. He emphasizes the importance of creating a culture that doesn't restrict creative freedom.In the end, Nick shares one valuable lesson he learned with John.Key Takeaways How to avoid being too obsessed with success How to create a workplace culture that inspires creative freedom How to be comfortable delegating How to deal with disagreement