The Ecomcrew Ecommerce Podcast

In this episode, Dave explores the differences between manufacturing in China, India and the USA after ordering some products from all three countries. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly between all three areas and the factors that you should consider if you do choose to move your manufacturing to India or to America. Specifically, we'll dive into the lead times, the cost differences between each country (including tariffs), the quality differences and the other pros and cons we found.  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. Now that the tariffs have been somewhat finalized, we can now do a clear and accurate breakdown of the pros and cons of manufacturing in China, India and the US.  So for the sake of our audience, Dave ordered products from each country to breakdown the differences in quality, costs, and lead times that you should know about.  If you've been considering moving your manufacturing base, then this episode is definitely for you.  In a rush? Here's the high-level takeaways:  Manufacturing in China currently comes with the caveat of 50%~ tariffs. Lead times in India are basically unpredictable because everything is handmade.  Prices in India are generally higher than in China, despite lower tariffs but the quality of products from India is high, especially in textiles and handicrafts. American manufacturing offers lower lead times but comes at 2x the cost of Chinese prices. Finding manufacturers in America can be challenging because of high MOQs and lack of responsiveness. Most manufacturers in America are already selling D2C.  A lot of American manufacturers have a lot of requirements to create your product.  American manufacturers typically also do not do any additional kitting for free.  Online marketplaces for manufacturing are emerging as valuable resources in the US.  E-commerce entrepreneurs may need to consider in-house manufacturing as a long-term strategy. The future of manufacturing may involve a mix of domestic and overseas production. Understanding the specific product requirements is crucial when choosing a manufacturing location. Here's some timestamps if you'd like to skip around:  00:00 Manufacturing Landscape: China, India, and America 08:20 The Pros and Cons of Indian Manufacturing 15:21 Navigating American Manufacturing Challenges 22:24 Future of Manufacturing: Trends and Predictions 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!

Learn a practical four-stage approach to launching new products on Amazon. Discover why a strategic pricing model and early reviews are crucial for success. Find out how to attract buyers with a low introductory price and the importance of targeted PPC ads. Plus, hear about innovative services that can ease the burden of tariffs and improve cash flow. With these insights, launching a product today doesn't have to feel overwhelming!

In this episode, Dave talks about the recent IPO of a major Chinese Amazon seller, SainStore, and explores key insights from their filings. He covers the diverse brand strategies employed by the company (and a lot of other Chinese companies, in fact), the viability of the aggregator model in China, and the company's profitability metrics, inventory management practices, and even their social credit score.  Another Amazon seller has gone public... but in China.  It seems that the aggregator model has been working well over in the East, but what specifically are they doing to succeed?  Here's the 5 takeaways that I learned when looking over this company's IPO fillings.  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. The Big Takeaways The aggregator model in China is thriving, with companies creating multiple brands in-house (rather than purchasing companies at 4x and 5x). Profit margins for major Chinese sellers are significantly lower than Western expectations. SainSmart holds about 25% of their revenue in inventory, which could turn out to be a HUGE risk in cash flow. The social credit score in China is a real and impactful metric for businesses. 75% of SainSmart's revenue comes from Amazon, but they also diversify across other channels that you wouldn't expect. The need for sellers to chase off-Amazon sales for better pricing power is ABSOLUTELY crucial. Chinese sellers are adept at utilizing multiple sales channels, including lesser-known marketplaces. The business model for Amazon sellers is evolving towards higher revenue with lower margins. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to Chinese Amazon Sellers Going Public 02:12 - Diverse Brand Strategies of Chinese Companies 04:37 - The Aggregator Model in China 06:31 - Profitability and Revenue Insights 08:28 - Inventory Management Strategies 10:52 - Understanding China's Social Credit Score 12:12 - Revenue Channels Beyond Amazon 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!  

Explore the secrets behind Amazon's top 10 sellers, raking in over $3 billion annually! Discover the power of demographic targeting and how brands like VivoSun and COSRX thrive in their niches. Learn about the surprising success of snail slime in beauty, with companies earning millions through innovative marketing. Dive into the competitive landscape of the lighting market and the booming supplement industry, revealing what small businesses can adopt from these big players. Uncover insights that could transform your own e-commerce strategy!

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!