Silent Sales Machine Radio
Jim Cockrum
Voted the #1 podcast for Amazon sellers in late 2024! Still the ONLY Amazon seller podcast that features 100's of RECENT, REAL stories and strategies for Amazon FBA sellers around the world!
Welcome to the most listened to and success filled Amazon/Walmart/eBay seller podcast on the web! This is the official podcast of the ProvenAmazonCourse.com course.
Inside the free 82,000+ member Facebook group for fans of the show (SilentJim.com has a link) you'll MEET and INTERACT with an amazing community that uses the strategies taught on this show to grow incredible businesses.
This show features "real people" from all walks of life who pull back the curtain on the struggles, victories and strategies that come with WORKING HARD to build a beautiful business online.
Nothing worth having comes easy, but prepare to be inspired by those who are charting a course towards building an amazing business online.
The hundreds of featured guests on the show are ProvenAmazonCourse.com students as well as some of the 7,000+ coaching students from our Ecommerce coaching program that's been operating with a great reputation since 2003.
The host, Jim Cockrum (SilentJim.com) has had a reputation as one of the most credible sources of eCommerce strategy advice to be found since 1999.
Bottom line:
Regardless of experience level, you'll learn proven online business strategies on this show and become an Amazon selling NINJA!
This show applies timeless, proven strategies to modern eCommerce challenges. This podcast is for anyone who is looking to build or start an online business the RIGHT way with advice from one of the most trusted names in online marketing.
With over 6.3 million downloads on iTunes heading into 2025, you've found the right place to launch and grow the online business of your dreams.
NOTE: This show and related content are not related to or endorsed by Amazon.com, nor are the success stories you'll hear representative of typical or average results you can expect. Results discussed are provided for demonstration of what is possible, but are not intended to imply that you'll achieve similar results or any results.
Welcome to the most listened to and success filled Amazon/Walmart/eBay seller podcast on the web! This is the official podcast of the ProvenAmazonCourse.com course.
Inside the free 82,000+ member Facebook group for fans of the show (SilentJim.com has a link) you'll MEET and INTERACT with an amazing community that uses the strategies taught on this show to grow incredible businesses.
This show features "real people" from all walks of life who pull back the curtain on the struggles, victories and strategies that come with WORKING HARD to build a beautiful business online.
Nothing worth having comes easy, but prepare to be inspired by those who are charting a course towards building an amazing business online.
The hundreds of featured guests on the show are ProvenAmazonCourse.com students as well as some of the 7,000+ coaching students from our Ecommerce coaching program that's been operating with a great reputation since 2003.
The host, Jim Cockrum (SilentJim.com) has had a reputation as one of the most credible sources of eCommerce strategy advice to be found since 1999.
Bottom line:
Regardless of experience level, you'll learn proven online business strategies on this show and become an Amazon selling NINJA!
This show applies timeless, proven strategies to modern eCommerce challenges. This podcast is for anyone who is looking to build or start an online business the RIGHT way with advice from one of the most trusted names in online marketing.
With over 6.3 million downloads on iTunes heading into 2025, you've found the right place to launch and grow the online business of your dreams.
NOTE: This show and related content are not related to or endorsed by Amazon.com, nor are the success stories you'll hear representative of typical or average results you can expect. Results discussed are provided for demonstration of what is possible, but are not intended to imply that you'll achieve similar results or any results.
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Sep 14, 2024 • 22min
#895: Latest announcements and overview for our newest students
The weekend episodes of our podcast contain important announcements as well as a great introduction to the community for anyone who is new to our community. The latest episode includes announcements about our upcoming VIRTUAL conference and our annual live event The Proven Conference in May. https://theprovenconference.com/virtual2024 - September 27-28 Get ready for a huge Q4 (fourth quarter 2024) and learn all the latest creative PROVEN strategies for 2025 from the number one team in all Amazon selling! https://TheProvenConference.com 2025 – May 29-31, 2025 Join your fellow business building warriors in Orlando for our 13th annual conference! Show note LINKS: https://SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart. SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 Keepa.com - https://get.keepa.com/ede41 - The service we use to help interpret all of the selling data. Keepa is discussed in depth on episode 369 at https://silentjim.com/podcast JimCockrumCoaching.com - Get a free session with a business consultant on our team at 1-800-994-1792 / 1-801-693-1688 or TEXT US at 385-284-7701 (US & Canada only for Text) ALL of our coaches are running very successful businesses of their own based on the models we teach here!
Sep 12, 2024 • 49min
#894: Interview with a mentor about how much most guys need stronger relationships
Today I have a conversation for you on our podcast that I think everyone will enjoy regarding leadership and business and balancing it all with family. This episode is different than any other we've ever recorded in that we spend some time talking directly to the men who are trying to find that elusive "balance" needed to effectively play the role of husband, father, provider and business owner. A mentor of mine, Aaron Walker joins me for this discussion. He is a founder of an incredible mastermind group for male business owners that I'm excited to tell you about. Some incredibly influential and accomplished men are already part of this group and I'm honored to be joining forces with them. This episode has something for everyone, but if you're a guy who is finding it hard to "keep it all together" as you pursue a fulfilling life of both high achievement and family balance, you'll especially appreciate this episode. Quite likely, the right relationships are the missing key - and we discuss how to address that on today's show. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/hS_QCy3rREQ Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/isi ←Aaron's mastermind group SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated for life! JimCockrumCoaching.com - Get a free session with a business consultant on our team at 1-800-994-1792 / 1-801-693-1688 or TEXT US at 385-284-7701 (US & Canada only for Text) ALL of our coaches are running very successful businesses of their own based on the models we teach here!
Sep 11, 2024 • 1h 3min
#893: 7 Core Competencies of an Amazon seller part 7- BUSINESS ACUMEN
In this episode of our continuing series on the 7 Core Competencies of Amazon Replens, we explore how to make Business Acumen a core competency in your business. Brian and Robin Joy cover the three essential governors of any Amazon replens business—time, money, and ASINs—and how mastering business acumen can help you make better decisions quickly. Learn about managing your cash flow, customer feedback, and inventory, plus tips on time management, establishing policies and procedures, and building strong relationships with vendors. We'll also discuss the importance of KPIs, knowing your numbers, and the mindset needed for success. Tune in to strengthen your business acumen and set yourself up for long-term success on Amazon! Our special guest and legal advisor at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com discusses deleting shipments to avoid split shipments and the possibility of how Amazon may hit you as a seller with fees even if you are using a prep center. Watch this episod on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/sRmuhXSm0dA Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! JimCockrumCoaching.com - Get a free session with a business consultant on our team at 1-800-994-1792 / 1-801-693-1688 or TEXT US at 385-284-7701 (US & Canada only for Text) ALL of our coaches are running very successful businesses of their own based on the models we teach here!
Sep 9, 2024 • 57min
#892: I might be changing my mind about leads lists for Amazon sellers
In the 15 years that we've been teaching Amazon selling strategy in the ProvenAmazonCourse.com course, I've never endorsed a "buy list" As of today, my opinion of "buy lists" HAS NOT changed at all, and I still say AVOID THEM UNLESS YOU ARE VERY EXPERIENCED...but I have FINALLY found a company that has high enough standards that I feel comfortable endorsing them for those who are positioned to use what they provide. For those who don't know, a "buy list" is simply a list of products (aka Amazon ASIN's) that someone else researched for you that they suggest might be good products to purchase and sell on Amazon. It's not an "easy button" however. If you are a brand new seller, you absolutely MUST learn how to read a keepa chart and learn how to spot a good replen on your own (that's what we teach in the ProvenAmazonCourse). Today's new podcast episode is NOT a simple shortcut path into easy success. That being said, I do feel like I've found a great "buy list" solution that has high enough standards that I'm truly excited to share it with you and share the conversation I had with a very successful seller who not only runs a great buy list, but he has a robust, profitable Amazon business as well! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/tt5Axj8Ft3k Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/oac - The special offer link to the buy list run by OA (online arbitrage) Cheddar SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! https://ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! Today's guest Taylor
Sep 7, 2024 • 39min
#891: Does the perfect business exist online? Have we found it? Let's talk about it.
If you were tasked with coming up with a list of characteristics of the perfect business model, what would you put on that list? For me, I'd include things like low risk, flexibility, transportable (I can put my biz in my pocket and go anywhere), scalable, sellable someday (I want to build an asset), generates multiple opportunities for other income streams, all of the big trends in culture are in my favor (a growing market), a community of other people who are successfully doing the model that I can learn from and grow with, the ability to add family to my business if I choose to... And for many people - The ability to TEST and PROVE the biz model with a very small amount of capital and time (say, $500 or so). What else would you add to your list of perfect business model characteristics? I'm pretty sure we can PROVE that we have found the model that meets all these criteria... and more. It's what we teach in the ProvenAmazonCourse.com "new seller" modules. Let's talk about it. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/VK79iKwBe3E Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/podcast - Listen to many episodes of successful students of our courses and inspirational business tips in each one. SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! https://ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! TheProvenConference.com - Our May 2025 event - plan to join 100s of listeners to this show in Orlando May 29-31st, 2025! SilentJim.com/mistakes - The most common mistakes made by new sellers and how to avoid them (a post in our free Facebook group) SilentJim.com/receipts - Dealing with the issue of buying ONLY from authorized sources when purchasing your inventory to resell
Sep 5, 2024 • 53min
#890: Student has his first $1k day just a couple weeks into coaching
We love to see ProvenAmazonCourse.com students get off to a fast start with success early in their journey! Today's guest is a new PAC and coaching student who took action and already is seeing tremendous results. Thanks to the training he received, he recently jumped on a listing on Amazon with 200+ other sellers and sold a TON of product (2,400 units). He sourced them from local Target stores (they cleared their inventory from storage for him). The best part - he was the HIGHEST PRICED SELLER of all 200+ sellers!! He was able to do this because he understands one of the core lessons from the PAC/replens training which is to look for UNDERSERVED shelf space at Amazon. Once you grasp that concept, there's opportunity everywhere. Listen to today's brand new show and others here: https://SilentJim.com/podcast Watch today's episode here: https://youtu.be/mwBH5gF9fao Show note LINKS: Join the discussion about Amar's 2,400 units sold at the highest price with 200+ other sellers here: (you will need to be a member of our free MST facebook group) https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/posts/8152688351513870 "The System" - the software Amar is using to automate the workflow of his Amazon business: SilentJim.com/thesystem The free book Amar read to start his journey: SilentJim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated for free for life!
Sep 4, 2024 • 38min
#889: 7 Core Competencies of an Amazon seller part 6 - REPLENISHING
In this episode, Coach Brian and Robin Joy dive deep into the essentials of Replenishing Competency for your Amazon business. They break down the fundamental strategy: if you sold one, replenish one. You'll learn how to test and set the right prices, the importance of finding high-velocity ASINs, and how to maximize profits by strategically pricing above the buy box. We also discuss key tips on managing your replenishment budget, the balance between testing new ASINs and restocking proven winners, and how to leverage the law of averages and economies of scale for sustained growth. Plus, they cover the critical competencies every seller must master, including identifying sales patterns, knowing where to restock items, and ensuring your inventory meets all necessary criteria. Our special guest and legal advisor at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com discusses returns and reimbursements. Did you know most likely Amazon owes you money as a seller? Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/S7J9KFyM02U Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! JimCockrumCoaching.com - Get a free session with a business consultant on our team at 1-800-994-1792 / 1-801-693-1688 or TEXT US at 385-284-7701 (US & Canada only for Text) ALL of our coaches are running very successful businesses of their own based on the models we teach here!
Sep 2, 2024 • 43min
#888: A journey from humble beginnings on Amazon to multiple income streams
By focusing on relationships as your ecommerce business grows, you'll discover that many doors open for you that never would have otherwise. Today's podcast guest is a long time student of the ProvenAmazonCourse.com strategies who is quickly approaching having an 8 figure business. It all started with learning REPLENS like we teach all of our new Amazon selling students, but he's now moving into wholesale and finding some incredible opportunities - just by showing up, doing the work and making connections with the brands he sells. He's building some inspirational income streams OFF of the internet as well as you'll hear. There are many great lessons in today's episode for everyone from new sellers to the most experienced ecommerce warriors among us! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/eNFQmwCw7mU Show note LINKS: ProvenWholesaleSourcing.com - Our Fall 2024 wholesale mastermind is filling up! Get details asap and start learning the latest strategies for wholesale selling on Amazon! SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 JimCockrumCoaching.com - Get a free session with a business consultant on our team at 1-800-994-1792 / 1-801-693-1688 or TEXT US at 385-284-7701 (US & Canada only for Text) ALL of our coaches are running very successful businesses of their own based on the models we teach here! Today's Guest: Abe McMahan
Aug 29, 2024 • 37min
#887: Amazon selling student building multiple income streams and now a coach on our team
Today's guest is another ProvenAmazonCourse.com success story. He's been with us for over a decade as a student of the PAC enjoying the journey and financial independence that comes from living the internet lifestyle while building multiple income streams. It's a story of ups and downs, trial and error, and a lot of exciting success! I learn a lot each time I sit down with a student! Our guest has recently joined our team as our latest coach well after dominstating sustained SUCCESS with the ProvenAmazonCourse.com strategies, while also having a teacher's heart. Watch today's episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/0s66MJGHzj4 Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentSalesMachine.com - text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online or visit https://silentjim.com/free11
Aug 28, 2024 • 50min
#886: 7 Core Competencies of an Amazon seller part 5 - PRICING
In this episode, we review the "3 Governors" that control growth in a typical Amazon replens business: Time, Money, and ASINs. We then jump back into our latest series, The 7 Core Competencies of Amazon Replens, where we explore the foundational skills needed for success in this business model. This episode focuses on the Pricing Competency. We break down how pricing strategies impact risk, from understanding historical trends to factoring in all ASIN-related costs like shipping, fees, and prep. We discuss how to establish your break-even point and set minimum profit goals while running price tests. The episode also touches on Amazon's In-Stock Head Start Program and best practices for managing replenishment pricing." Our special guest and legal advisor at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com discusses Amazon policy on bundles and multipacks - insurance loop holes and other legal thoughts around listing them. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/8WcHi2Ge-yg Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/bookacall - Book a call here to discuss our offers including coaching, legends and ProvenAmazonCourse.com course Ashlin Hadden of https://ecom.insure to learn how inexpensive it can be to properly insure your business. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 77,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!
