Clear the Shelf with Chris & Chris

Dive into the mental models that separate successful Amazon sellers from the rest! Discover how to use inversion to anticipate risks and tackle confirmation bias for better, data-driven choices. Learn about first principles thinking for breaking down complex issues and the importance of second-order thinking for long-term gains. Plus, navigate the paradox of choice to avoid decision paralysis, leverage feedback loops to optimize sourcing strategies, and understand loss aversion to embrace profitable risks.

Looking to expand your Amazon business to Walmart Marketplace? Grab the FREE 8-page Guide to Getting Started on Walmart: https://cleartheshelf.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-selling-on-walmart-marketplace-for-amazon-sellers/ In this episode we interview Joey and Chad from The Buy Box to bring you the ultimate guide for Amazon sellers wanting to start selling on Walmart. Learn how to tap into Walmart's growing marketplace, master pricing strategies, and leverage Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) for bigger profits. Whether you're a seasoned Amazon seller or new to arbitrage, this episode gives you everything you need to successfully navigate Walmart Marketplace. From understanding the key differences between Amazon and Walmart to avoiding common seller mistakes, Joey and Chad share proven strategies that will help you diversify your income and grow your business. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • The key differences between selling on Amazon and Walmart • How to get started on Walmart Marketplace, including the application process • Proven sourcing strategies to find profitable products • The benefits of using Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) • Pricing tactics to maximize profits and avoid undercutting your margins • Common mistakes to avoid when selling on Walmart • How Walmart’s lower competition leads to higher margins for sellers -------------------- RESOURCES FOR YOU: 🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog) 🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy 🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com 🧰 Tactical Arbitrage - https://cleartheshelf.com/TA 🧰 Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive 🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge 🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge 🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension 🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking -------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Why Walmart Marketplace Matters for Amazon Sellers 3:20 - Walmart Marketplace: Less Competition, More Opportunity 6:45 - Key Differences Between Selling on Amazon and Walmart 10:30 - The Walmart Seller Application Process: What You Need to Know 14:50 - Tips for Getting Approved to Sell on Walmart 18:00 - Sourcing Products for Walmart Marketplace: Strategies That Work 22:10 - How Walmart's Lack of Data Tools Like Keepa Creates Opportunity 26:30 - Walmart's Brand Gating and Restrictions: Easier Than Amazon 29:00 - How to Source Products from Walmart Stores for Marketplace Flips 33:45 - Walmart Fulfillment Services (WFS) vs. Amazon FBA 38:15 - Using Walmart Fulfillment Services to Boost Your Rankings 42:30 - Walmart's Shipping and Storage Fees: How to Keep Costs Low 46:50 - How to Price Products on Walmart to Maximize Profits 51:30 - Testing Pricing Strategies: Why Walmart Isn’t Just About Undercutting 55:15 - How to Use Walmart’s Price Matching to Your Advantage 1:00:00 - Avoiding Common Mistakes on Walmart Marketplace 1:04:45 - Product Gating on Walmart: What You Need to Know 1:08:20 - Should You Cross-List Products on Walmart and Amazon? 1:12:15 - Why Walmart is Great for Arbitrage Sellers Looking to Scale 1:15:30 - Leveraging Walmart’s In-Store Inventory for Online Arbitrage 1:19:00 - The Benefits of Selling Walmart-Exclusive Products 1:22:45 - Building a Diversified Arbitrage Business Across Both Platforms 1:26:15 - How to Leverage Third-Party Tools to Find Deals on Walmart 1:30:45 - How to Use Walmart’s Algorithms to Improve Sales Velocity 1:35:00 - Managing Inventory for Both Amazon and Walmart 1:38:30 - Using WFS to Simplify Your Walmart Business Operations 1:42:00 - Final Thoughts: Why Walmart is a Goldmine for Arbitrage Sellers

Saul, a master of Amazon-to-Amazon flips, shares his expertise on how sellers can profit massively, spending over $600,000 a month. He discusses effective strategies like debundling multi-pack products and maximizing profits through cashback and discount gift cards. Listeners learn how to handle IP complaints using A2A invoices and navigate the complexities of ungating on Amazon. Saul emphasizes the importance of managing cash flow and offers tools like Flip Alert for tracking profitable price drops in real-time.

Discover how top Amazon sellers leverage mental models for 7-figure success! The hosts break down essential frameworks like the Circle of Competence and Mr. Market to enhance decision-making. Learn about opportunity costs and navigating risk while maximizing profits. The concept of compounding returns and the time value of money are crucial for accelerating growth. Streamlining tasks through outsourcing is emphasized for improved productivity during peak seasons. Get equipped with actionable insights to transform your Amazon business!

In this engaging discussion, young entrepreneur Sadeq shares his inspiring journey from selling candy in middle school to raking in $200,000 per month on Amazon while juggling college life. He reveals key strategies for effective inventory purchasing and navigating sales ranks that often deter beginners. Sadeq emphasizes the importance of positivity, community support, and cash flow management. Additionally, he discusses how to adapt to market trends and the role of virtual assistants in maximizing efficiency in online arbitrage.

Sam, a busy mom of two, shares her inspiring journey of scaling her online arbitrage business to over $300,000 a month. She discusses crucial time management strategies like time blocking to balance family and business. Sam highlights the importance of cash flow management and the transition from outsourcing to in-house operations. Listeners will gain insight into effective sourcing, negotiating with suppliers, and the significance of reinvesting profits for sustainable growth, all while navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship and family life.

I made 4 pages of notes for this podcast episode! You can download them here: https://cleartheshelf.com/david-prochaska-podcast-notes/ David was able to quit his 9 to 5 and go all in on selling on Amazon doing online arbitrage. We chat about David's background and how he spent some time in jail and dealing with addiction to becoming a business owner. He talks about how running the streets can actually be a leg up as an entrepreneur. We also discuss how he makes his sourcing decisions and what it's taken to grow to where he is and what may change as he scales further. If you want to give David a follow check out his socials below. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidamzhustle/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/davidamzhustle Enjoy! -------------------- We'd love to hear from you. How can we help? What pain points can we solve? What questions do you have? chris@cleartheshelf.com is the email and it's always open! Enjoy the show! We hope you enjoy the episode and we look forward to growing an arbitrage focused podcast with you. Please let us know topics or guests you'd love to see covered in the show and we will do it. -------------------- RESOURCES FOR YOU: 🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog) 🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy 🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com 🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge 🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge 🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension 🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND: ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/ ✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12 ✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy ✅ Cheddarsoft Lead Management: https://cleartheshelf.com/cheddar SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: 📸 Instagram (Chris Grant): https://www.instagram.com/cleartheshelf/ 📸 Instagram (Chris Racic): https://www.instagram.com/chris_oal247/ 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to the podcast and today's guest, David Prochaska. 2:00 - Overview of David's journey to selling $111,000 per month on Amazon. David's Background and Journey 4:00 - David's digital marketing background and early challenges. 6:30 - Personal struggles and overcoming addiction. 9:00 - Transition from traditional jobs to Amazon selling. Getting Started with Amazon 12:00 - Initial steps and learning phases in Amazon selling. 14:30 - The impact of early influences and educational resources. 17:00 - First successes and significant milestones. Business Model and Strategies 20:00 - Breakdown of David's business model: OA, RA, and wholesale. 22:00 - Expansion plans and challenges with Walmart marketplace. 24:00 - The importance of networking and personal connections. Sourcing and Product Research 27:00 - Strategies for finding profitable products. 29:00 - Using tools like Keepa and deal sites effectively. 32:00 - Overcoming initial challenges and learning from mistakes. Scaling and Managing Operations 35:00 - Managing cash flow and using prep centers. 38:00 - The role of systems and automation in scaling. 41:00 - Handling account health issues and reimbursements. Mindset and Personal Development 44:00 - The importance of a growth mindset and continuous learning. 46:00 - Influential mentors and motivational resources.

In this video Chris and I are going to show you how to find the cheapest products using online arbitrage for Amazon FBA. We hold nothing back in this episode and give you the tools you need to find every discount, coupon, gift card, and every other legal way to lower your costs of goods. Enjoy! -------------------- We'd love to hear from you. How can we help? What pain points can we solve? What questions do you have? chris@cleartheshelf.com is the email and it's always open! Enjoy the show! We hope you enjoy the episode and we look forward to growing an arbitrage focused podcast with you. Please let us know topics or guests you'd love to see covered in the show and we will do it. -------------------- RESOURCES FOR YOU: 🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog) 🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy 🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com 🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge 🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge 🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension 🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND: ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/ ✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12 ✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy ✅ Cheddarsoft Lead Management: https://cleartheshelf.com/cheddar SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: 📸 Instagram (Chris Grant): https://www.instagram.com/cleartheshelf/ 📸 Instagram (Chris Racic): https://www.instagram.com/chris_oal247/ 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic

Eli sells $583,000+ every single month on Amazon. On track to do $7 million in sales this year. He does it with 100% online arbitrage and he does all the sourcing and buying himself. We love when people break frames and there being this limit of a million dollar one person Amazon business is a big frame to break. We dive into all the things Eli has learned through the years, how he protects his downside, and how he sources all this product on his own. We also discuss some of the alternative marketplaces Eli has been messing around with. Learn More About Eli and OA Leads Pro Here: https://cleartheshelf.com/leads Hope you enjoy! -------------------- We'd love to hear from you. How can we help? What pain points can we solve? What questions do you have? chris@cleartheshelf.com is the email and it's always open! Enjoy the show! We hope you enjoy the episode and we look forward to growing an arbitrage focused podcast with you. Please let us know topics or guests you'd love to see covered in the show and we will do it. -------------------- RESOURCES FOR YOU: 🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog) 🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy 🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com 🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge 🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge 🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension 🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND: ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/ ✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12 ✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy ✅ Cheddarsoft Lead Management: https://cleartheshelf.com/cheddar SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: 📸 Instagram (Chris Grant): https://www.instagram.com/cleartheshelf/ 📸 Instagram (Chris Racic): https://www.instagram.com/chris_oal247/ 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic

How big can you grown an Amazon arbitrage business? Well, the answer is pretty big. Jasim sells about $100 million per year on Amazon using online arbitrage, retail arbitrage, and wholesale. We dive into his business models, how he plans to continue to grow, what it takes to manage his operation and so much more. You should follow Jasim. Here are all the ways to find him: 🐦 Twitter: https://x.com/jasimeisa2 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4GfNwFyXhGwn7eM8ja7FUw 💻 Website: https://sellermethods.com/seller-resources/ Hope you enjoy! -------------------- We'd love to hear from you. How can we help? What pain points can we solve? What questions do you have? chris@cleartheshelf.com is the email and it's always open! Enjoy the show! We hope you enjoy the episode and we look forward to growing an arbitrage focused podcast with you. Please let us know topics or guests you'd love to see covered in the show and we will do it. -------------------- RESOURCES FOR YOU: 🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog) 🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy 🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com 🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge 🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge 🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension 🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND: ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/ ✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12 ✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy ✅ Cheddarsoft Lead Management: https://cleartheshelf.com/cheddar SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: 📸 Instagram (Chris Grant): https://www.instagram.com/cleartheshelf/ 📸 Instagram (Chris Racic): https://www.instagram.com/chris_oal247/ 📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic