

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 78,000+ 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 78,000+ 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.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Jan 7, 2019 • 22min
#159: Six tips to increase profits in your Amazon business
How can I make my online sales business more profitable? In this episode Jim discusses proven concepts of how you can cut costs, improve margins and find the untapped opportunities that are right under your nose - all in the pursuit of growth and greater profitability in your Amazon business. Show notes are at https://silentjim.com/podcast Links: ProvenAmazonCourse.com Silent Sales Machine book https://amzn.to/2EK3dAJ Numbers training and tool mentioned https://silentjim.com/numbers Our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/

Jan 3, 2019 • 21min
#158: Getting an exclusive deal on Amazon with a great product
Getting an exclusive deal on Amazon with a great product Having a hot selling product that ONLY you can sell on Amazon is a dream come true, right? Perhaps the easiest way to make this happen is to build an "exclusive relationship" with a product owner who doesn't really "get" Amazon. The good news is, there are millions of products that fit this description and there are a lot of good reasons for a brand owner to agree to partner up with you! Let's talk about how to lock in these great relationships! LINKS: Watch the free training Jim mentioned that helps you understand all Amazon's fees and know if you are profitable: https://www.facebook.com/jimcockrum/videos/10216087153226682/ The tool that helps you know your numbers: https://SilentJim.com/numbers This topic being discussed in our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/permalink/1974029826046451/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The Amazon selling course for any level of experience Link to get Silent Sales Machine on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2EK3dAJ

Dec 21, 2018 • 52min
#157: Fail fast to succeed! Your biggest mistake likely is a success story in the making.
Meet Tim Jordan. Tim is a very successful coach on the JimCockrumCoaching.com team who was first introduced to online selling by the Proven Amazon Course. In this interview, Jim lets the conversation go in a personal direction which ends up loaded with wisdom. Right out the gate, we learn from both guys how personal failure is the perfect way to success. The biggest mistakes Tim has made in business lead to a discussion on simple testing strategies which bring big wins on Amazon. Don't miss this exciting interview highlighting the best strategies in sourcing. Check out the show notes at http://silentjim.com/podcast Watch us on YouTube https://youtu.be/T2PZIm45ATo Free training webinars discussed: https://www.facebook.com/stevendeaton/videos/10213501803921302/ Guatemala https://www.facebook.com/stevendeaton/videos/10213407933374597/ China ProvenAmazonCourse.com course https://hickory-flats.com/mstguateinfo -- Guatemala trips info https://www.hickory-flats.com/mstchinainfopage -- China trips info

Dec 18, 2018 • 27min
#156: A simple choice with profound consequences for your business
Today Jim explores a simple question. Your answer could spell either wild success, or abysmal failure for your business. What if you had the ability to know all marketing strategies and secrets? Would that be enough for you to succeed? Many would say "yes"! Do you agree? What skill (if any) is even more important for sustained victories as a business building warrior? Go to https://silentjim.com/podcast for our show notes. Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger TheProvenConference.com ASD silentsalesmachine.com/asd Business Secrets From the Bible book by Daniel Lapin: https://amzn.to/2L3hpFe ProvenAmazonCourse.com

Dec 11, 2018 • 32min
#155: ProvenAmazonCourse.com student from England has fostered 34 children!
Today we meet stay home dad Neil Stevens who, along with his wife Tracy (and 4 biological children) have fostered 34 kids over the years! They've built an incredible legacy and Neil has been able to be home every step of the way thanks to his online business endeavors. Our community of business building warriors includes some very special people and each has an amazing story to tell! Neil is no exception. You'll be inspired by his heart and business strategies. Get the show noes at SilentJim.com/podcast This episode is also available on youtube - see link below. Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger View this episode on YouTube! https://youtu.be/g_UiSlP6DLs https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/ MST FB community (free to join!) ProvenAmazonCourse.com Our coaching program JimCockrumCoaching.com

Dec 6, 2018 • 37min
#154: Is it bad news for us when Amazon partners up with big brands?
When Amazon partners up directly with major brand names does that spell bad news for sellers like us? Let's talk about it! As always, get full show notes at SilentJim.com/podcast. Special guest Outlinematic. You can also enjoys todays show in video format on YouTube. Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger https://ProvenAmazonCourse.com https://outlinematic.com You Tube link: https://youtu.be/7DFE6EYHeow

Dec 3, 2018 • 37min
#153: Early 20's ProvenAmazonCourse.com student selling seven figures
Today we meet Proven Amazon Course student Hasan Hasmani. He started out sourcing products online to flip on Amazon and learned some valuable lessons on his way to building a seven figure business. From there he began making his own product and has now sold 5,000+ units of it as PRE-sale orders! This means his product isn't even made yet, but his customers are ravenously placing orders! You'll be inspired and encouraged by today's episode! Enjoy! As always, get all mentioned links at SilentJim.com/podcast Note: We held the interview to better suit business building timing so please disregard the dates. Hasan's best performing ad on Facebook: https://business.facebook.com/trektheparks/videos/1588439431281665/ UnderdogGames.com (Hasan's website) Hasan's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/trektheparks/ My Silent Team Facebook Group ProvenAmazonCourse.com Catch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A8OO5x91hZ0

Nov 29, 2018 • 28min
#152: Which is the best Amazon business model?
In this episode Jim compares the various business models that are taught in the ProvenAmazonCourse.com (the PAC) course from the vantage point of which model is the most likely to see rapid profits, which model is the most stable long term, which model is most immune to competition and other ranking factors. Of course all of the models are low risk and low cost as well as highly scalable and flexible, BUT...not all of them have identical stability and profit potential! Let's talk about it! This episode is designed to help you decide which of the various strategies taught in the "PAC" is the best FIRST or NEXT model for you to pursue! Show notes are at SilentJim.com/podcast Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger The Youtube video that shows detail of the five factors: https://youtu.be/u1E1ul2lc3A Join the Facebook discussion that inspired this episode: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/permalink/1921991497916951/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com: The only Amazon training you'll ever need

Nov 9, 2018 • 23min
#151: The reality of a full-time ecommerce lifestyle
As Jim comes up on celebrating sixteen years of being full time online he has valuable lessons for us about the reality of what life looks like when you have an online business. From managing your time to simply feeling like you are doing what you are called to do there is one basic trait that makes it all possible and keeps the adversity at bay. Join Jim today as he reveals the most important business asset that you have inside of YOU. Details at SilentJim.com/podcast Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger SilentSalesMachine.com Jim's best selling book https://amzn.to/2So0v7A My Silent Team Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com

Nov 6, 2018 • 33min
#150: Finding profitable items to sell
This episode was recorded live in front of our Facebook community the link below allows you to join the discussion. On this show Jim lists and explains the handful of core strategies that we teach and use on our team to profitably source products to sell. While not a comprehensive list of all possible strategies, this list is a great summary of the sourcing tactics that we dive deep into inside the ProvenAmazonCourse.com course. Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger Interact with those who watched this episode live: https://www.facebook.com/jimcockrum/videos/10215865902655556/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com COC.coop - our new Co-Op