Marketplace Mavericks

Ever wondered what it really takes to start and run a successful Amazon prep center? In Episode 21 of Marketplace Mavericks, we sit down with Joel and Laura Smith of Zero Tax Prep Center (Delaware) for a transparent, behind-the-scenes look at their journey from full-time logistics professionals to prep center entrepreneurs. We cover: 💰 How much it costs to start a prep center (startup vs monthly...

While Blake’s off adventuring in Alaska, Jon and Pete hold down the fort with a focused two-man update and this one’s packed with practical gems. 💎 With Q4 just around the corner, Pete shares how he and his wife are stockpiling inventory using GAP cash and seasonal discounts. Meanwhile, Jon goes deep on why he’s ditched OA for good and is going all in on brand-direct wholesale exclusives. In this...

It’s a Marketplace Mavericks first — this episode brings the women behind the hustle front and center! 💥 Pete is joined by his wife Rachel, along with new guests Lynn and Steve, two husband-and-wife teams crushing Amazon as a side hustle in midlife. Together, we dive into: 👩‍❤️‍👨 How couples split Amazon tasks (listing, sourcing, shipping, billing) 🛒 Why they’re shifting from RA to OA — and th...

In Episode 18 of Marketplace Mavericks, Jon, Blake, and Pete get real about the overwhelm of Amazon opportunities and the ups and downs of running an FBA business. Pete opens up about feeling stuck juggling wholesale, RA, OA, web scraping, and even the Amazon Influencer program and the struggle of deciding which path to go all in on. Blake shares updates on his RA road trips, private label progres...

The Marketplace Mavericks are back with their very first returning guest — The Gap King! Six months into his Amazon arbitrage journey, he’s built a reputation by crushing it with Gap clothing and is now expanding into new categories like grocery. In this episode, Jon digs into The Gap King's first-hand experiences, wins, and challenges as a reseller. From clothing flips to the early moves into gro...

In Episode 16 of Marketplace Mavericks, Jon, Blake, and Pete dive deep into how they’re using ChatGPT to work smarter, not harder, in their Amazon businesses. From streamlining product research to writing killer product descriptions, ChatGPT is quickly becoming a must-have tool in every seller’s toolkit — and we’re showing you exactly how. 🎙️ Inside this episode: ✅ How ChatGPT can help Amazon sel...

In Episode 15 of Marketplace Mavericks, Jon, Blake, and Pete dig into the real ROI of coaching and mentorship as Amazon sellers — and whether it’s worth the investment when you're facing mental blocks, capital churn, and frustration with wholesale sourcing. If you’ve ever wondered when it’s time to go all-in, bring in outside help, or step back to rebuild your mindset… this one’s for you. 🎙️ Insid...

In Episode 14 of Marketplace Mavericks, we sit down with Amazon reseller-turned-wholesaler Paulo Sathler, who’s not only running a growing FBA business — he’s doing it while working a 9-to-5 job. From VA delegation to building out systems that now run his backend operations, Paulo shares how he transitioned from hustle-mode to a streamlined wholesale machine. 🎙️ In this episode: ✅ How Paulo built...

After a short summer break, the Marketplace Mavericks are back in Episode 13 with one of the most informative and inspiring episodes yet! 💥 Pete dives into his first steps with web scraping to streamline product sourcing, while Blake updates us on a private label project that’s moving forward despite some real-world challenges. Meanwhile, Jon shares wholesale strategies that cut prep time, increa...

📄 Episode Description: In Episode 12 of Marketplace Mavericks, we sit down with Miles "Flips4Miles", the social media GOAT of Amazon reselling. From selling Legos and sneakers as a teenager to becoming a top Amazon wholesale coach and content creator, Miles shares how he built a thriving business and community from scratch. We dig deep into: The origins of his reselling journey Why social media i...

In Episode 11 of Marketplace Mavericks, Jon, Blake, and Pete return with a raw, honest update on their Amazon reselling journeys. From road trips to Ollie’s with their spouses to hitting sourcing walls, the guys open up about their struggles with staying motivated, balancing family life, and trying to scale their businesses with limited time and capital. Jon shares his full-time commitment to whol...

Most Amazon sellers quit too soon — not because they lack opportunity, but because they lack the right mindset and realistic expectations. In this episode of Marketplace Mavericks, Ian MacIntyre joins us to share how he battled through injuries, fear, debt, and massive self-doubt to build a thriving Amazon business. Ian drops real talk on why patience, community, and resilience matter more than fl...

🧠 Key Moments: 00:00 – Intro: What We’re Up To 03:00 – Pete’s Update: Weekly OA/RA & SellerBoard Insights 07:00 – Blake’s Update: Back in Action & Private Label Plans 10:00 – Jon’s Wholesale Journey: VAs, Prep Centers, Test Orders 18:00 – Real VA Costs & How to Bonus Them 21:00 – Sales Tax: What You Really Owe 24:00 – What’s Coming Next Week   📬 Have a question for the Mavericks? Ema...

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This week on Marketplace Mavericks, Jon, Blake, and Pete take a raw and honest look at the biggest hurdle in Amazon reselling: capital. From credit card strategies to balancing full-time jobs and life’s curveballs, the guys pull back the curtain on what it really takes to grow an Amazon business. 💳 Topics include: • Why capital is the fuel behind every Amazon hustle • Credit cards as tools—not tr...

🔥 Highlights: Why Omar says community > courses The accidental birth of “The Gap King” nickname His tips for overcoming fear and rejection in reselling FBM vs. FBA and how he's flipping inventory fast Capital, scaling, and what’s next on his journey If you're new to arbitrage, stuck scaling, or just need a spark of inspiration — this one’s for you. Tune in and get fired up. 👉 Interested in jo...

In this episode of Marketplace Mavericks, we get real about the Amazon coaching world. How did three guys in their 40s and 50s end up learning from a 25-year-old? We dive deep into how we met through Miles’ coaching group (Flips4Miles), what we learned, and how the Skool platform completely changed our Amazon reselling journey. We also break down why SellerAmp is essential for beginners, how it or...

Blake just got back from the Amazon Sellers Conference in Miami—and he’s bringing the heat! In this episode, we break down what he learned, who he met, and what surprised us most about the state of the seller community. Plus, we give you our no-BS review of two major seller tools: Boxem for logistics and Aura for repricing. 🎯 If you're serious about selling smarter, not harder, don’t miss this on...

Which is better: Online Arbitrage or Retail Arbitrage? Should you use FBA or FBM? In this episode, we go deep into both sourcing strategies and fulfillment methods based on real experience—not theory. If you're trying to figure out what fits your budget, lifestyle, and goals, this is the episode for you. 📦 We share tools, time commitments, and ROI comparisons.

We’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most frustrating (and confusing) parts of Amazon arbitrage: the ungating process. From the good to the downright ugly, we share our personal experiences, tips for getting ungated faster, and common pitfalls every seller should know. 💡 Perfect for new and struggling Amazon sellers dealing with restricted categories.

In our very first episode of Marketplace Mavericks, we share how three everyday, over-the-hill guys stumbled into the world of Amazon arbitrage—and why it changed our lives. Discover what arbitrage really means, why we chose this business model, and how we got our start with little experience. Whether you're new to reselling or just Amazon-curious, this episode breaks it down in plain English. 👉...