The Ecomcrew Ecommerce Podcast

Mike is back on the podcast to finally reveal what he's been up to in the past year. He shares his journey from e-commerce to going full-time content creation on launching a YouTube channel while also talking about the importance of video content in promoting e-commerce brands and the potential for YouTube as a business opportunity.  Struggling with tariffs? Unsure about upcoming changes? Let’s talk! With Portless, you only pay tariffs after your customers pay you – so your cash always moves faster than your costs. Schedule a risk assessment and leverage tariff deferment today. All new customers get $1,000 to reinvest in their business. Timestamps 00:00 – The Journey of Mike Jackness 02:32 – Transitioning from E-commerce to New Ventures 04:03 – The Impact of Amazon and Tariffs on E-commerce 12:01 – The Future of E-commerce and Emerging Opportunities As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content.   Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

If you've been listening to the podcast recently, you must have asked yourself, "where did Mike Jackness go?".  Today, he's on the podcast to talk about his journey from running multiple e-commerce brands to transitioning out of the industry.   Struggling with tariffs? Unsure about upcoming changes? Let’s talk! With Portless, you only pay tariffs after your customers pay you – so your cash always moves faster than your costs. Schedule a risk assessment and leverage tariff deferment today. All new customers get $1,000 to reinvest in their business.   Timestamps 00:00 - The Journey of Mike Jackness 02:32 - Transitioning from E-commerce to New Ventures 04:03 - The Impact of Amazon and Tariffs on E-commerce 12:01 - The Future of E-commerce and Emerging Opportunities   As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content.   Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

Dave dives into Amazon's Q1 2025 earnings report and how it will impact sellers. He dives into Amazon's online store revenue growth, FBA fee growth, and the huge growth in advertising revenue, which is one of the major sources of income for the e-commerce giant. This is the earnings report right before the new tariffs start, so it's not indicative of how Amazon will be affected.  Struggling with tariffs? Unsure about upcoming changes? Let’s talk! With Portless, you only pay tariffs after your customers pay you – so your cash always moves faster than your costs. Schedule a risk assessment and leverage tariff deferment today. All new customers get $1,000 to reinvest in their business. Timestamps 00:00 - Understanding Amazon's Earnings and Its Impact 02:16 - Tariffs and Their Implications for Sellers 04:34 - FBA Fees: Trends and Insights 08:16 - Advertising Fees: The Growing Burden 11:10 - Market Reactions and Future Outlook As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content.   Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

In this episode, Dave shares some easy Amazon image hacks that can help you improve your click-through rates (CTR) and conversion rates. We'll talk about how important it is to show your packaging in your main images, how you can sneak in some keywords without alerting Amazon's ban hammer,  and how you can A/B test against your competition.    Struggling with tariffs? Unsure about upcoming changes? Let’s talk! With Portless, you only pay tariffs after your customers pay you – so your cash always moves faster than your costs. Schedule a risk assessment and leverage tariff deferment today. All new customers get $1,000 to reinvest in their business.  As an Amazon seller, you always have to be ahead of the competition. This means offering a better customer experience overall, but what does that look like in e-commerce?    This means better product imagery. Images are the only way for customers to truly know what they're getting and better images often means higher click-through rates and higher conversion rates.    How do you get better product images? Here's 7 easy ways you can make your product imagery better than your competition.  The Big Takeaways Include a keyword in your main image packaging and add your packaging to your main Amazon image. More items in the main gallery image convey better value. A/B test your product image against competitors using PickFu. Check Amazon brand analytics for the performance of keywords for your product. Regularly update product images to reflect trends. Do not fear Amazon's TOS when it comes to images. Review competitors' images in competitive categories. Sometimes, ugly images perform better than beautiful ones. Continuously refresh your images to avoid looking dated. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to Amazon Image Hacks 01:55 - Utilizing Packaging for Keywords 03:48 - Enhancing Product Images for Better Value 05:15 - A/B Testing Against Competitors 06:38 - Leveraging Amazon Brand Analytics 08:33 - Regularly Updating Product Images 09:59 - Pushing the Limits of Amazon's TOS 10:56 - Learning from Competitors' Successes And that's the 7 ways you can improve your images. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below!  Thanks for listening and happy selling! 

In this episode, Gary Huang is on to discuss 3 potential predictions for the future of e-commerce within the next three years. Gary and I touch on topics like globalization, the impact of AI, and the potential return of aggregators while emphasizing how important it is to start moving manufacturing out of China.  Struggling with tariffs? Unsure about upcoming changes? Let’s talk! With Portless, you only pay tariffs after your customers pay you - so your cash always moves faster than your costs. Schedule a risk assessment and leverage tariff deferment today. All new customers get $1,000 to reinvest in their business.  Big Takeaways Globalization is shifting towards a model that may exclude China. AI will significantly impact businesses, potentially leading to many closures. Aggregators in e-commerce are predicted to return with a focus on credible brands. New challenges often give way to new opportunity. New marketplaces present opportunities for sellers to expand beyond Amazon US. YouTube has the opportunity to become a major competitor to Amazon in retail. Diversification away from Amazon is crucial for long-term success. The current economic climate creates both challenges and opportunities for e-commerce. AI tools can enhance efficiency but may also threaten traditional business models. Timestamps 00:00 - E-commerce Predictions and Global Sentiment 02:57 - Globalization 2.0: The Future of Manufacturing 05:50 - The Impact of AI on Business Survival 08:59 - The Return of Aggregators in E-commerce 12:09 - New Market Opportunities Amidst Uncertainty 15:02 - YouTube as Amazon's Biggest Competitor 17:57 - The Seven Figure Seller Summit and Future Trends Gary, thanks for joining us on the podcast today. It was great having you on to talk about your upcoming event and some of your predictions for e-commerce in the future!  If you're interested in 7 Figure Seller Summit which will be held on April 22 - 24th, you can get your limited time Free Pass by clicking on this link.     

Join Mike and Aymeric as they dive into the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship. They highlight the vital roles of luck and tenacity while sharing personal tales of success and failure. Discover the pitfalls of 'shiny object syndrome' and the importance of balance between innovation and focus. The duo also discusses the transformative power of outsourcing and efficient delegation, revealing how these strategies lead to improved work-life balance. If you’re reconsidering your e-commerce path, this conversation offers eye-opening insights!

Navigating the pressures of rising tariffs, the discussion centers on five strategic approaches to minimize their impact. DDP shipping shifts risk from you to suppliers, while diversifying sales channels can help maintain profit margins. Negotiating discounts with suppliers offers an effective way to cushion the financial blow. Exploring manufacturing options in Canada and Mexico could significantly reduce tariff expenses. Above all, adapting to the evolving business landscape may reveal new opportunities for growth.

Chris Davey, an e-commerce entrepreneur and founder of FBA4U, drops valuable insights on product sourcing and development. He shares his journey of organizing networking events at the Canton Fair, emphasizing the critical role of relationships in navigating sourcing in China. The conversation navigates challenges like safety concerns, travel logistics, and the importance of factory visits. Chris also discusses strategies for creating accessories that capitalize on popular brands, highlighting the need for differentiation and being a first mover in the competitive market.

In this episode, Dave interviews Steve Chou, who shares his journey of growing his YouTube channel from virtually nothing to over 400,000 subscribers in just a 2 to 3 years. We discuss the biggest ways you can make creating video content for e-commerce easier, the importance of SEO, and the differences between short-form and long-form video content.  In this episode, Steve emphasizes the significance of watch time in video ranking and shares his strategies to engage audiences effectively. Finally, Steve shares what's in store for the upcoming Seller Summit, happening on May 6th. Need funding for your Canadian Amazon business? Not sure if you should use a Canadian corporation or U.S. LLC to form your company? We'll cover these questions and more in our new course, Start and Grow Your FBA Business as a Canadian. Get early access now!  Want to learn more about video from experts, or learn about new strategies for Amazon? Seller Summit covers everything content creation and e-commerce at Fort Lauderdale, Florida this May 6th. Check out Seller Summit here!  The Big Takeaways Starting with reading blog posts out can help ease into video. Joining a YouTube mastermind group was a turning point for Steve. A "hook" in the first 30 seconds are crucial for engagement. Watch time is a key factor in YouTube SEO. Short form videos can attract a wider audience quickly, which could be useful for brand awareness. Your video content should align with audience interests to avoid confusion from the algorithm. "Social selling" is becoming increasingly important for e-commerce. Faceless content creation is possible but requires a personal touch to get a "human" element in your content. Building a subscriber base through contests or giveaways can be effective. Video content takes time to gain traction. Short-form videos can be chopped up from long video content, which contributes to a broader content strategy. Consistency in content creation is key to success. Investing in good audio equipment is the bare minimum for good videos. Thumbnails with very exaggerated facial expressions can increase click-through rates. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction 05:07 - Steve's Journey to YouTube Success 10:01 - Content Creation Strategies 14:58 - Short Form vs Long Form Video 19:52 - Building a YouTube Channel for E-commerce 20:45 - Creating Stories with AI 24:20 - Faceless Content Creation in E-commerce 28:10 - Launching a YouTube Channel for E-commerce 30:57 - The Power of Video in E-commerce 32:23 - Essential Equipment for Video Creation 35:20 - Thumbnail Tips for Higher Click-Through Rates 37:09 - Overview of Seller Summit 2025 Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

Tanya Huang, an entrepreneur and founder of a successful silicone ring business featured on Dragon's Den, shares her journey in e-commerce. She discusses the power of customization in standing out among competitors and contrasts Etsy's unique, personalized shopping experience against Amazon’s efficiency-focused model. Tanya highlights Etsy's recent sales trends and the challenges of navigating customization on both platforms. She also reflects on her reality TV experience, offering insights for aspiring entrepreneurs in a competitive e-commerce landscape.