Evan Van Auken (@vanadergrowth)

The Ecom Operator

Business EN ↓ 88 episodes

If you are selling products online - you've found the right podcast. My name is Evan, I own a crafting company called Scorch Marker and I coach people that sell products. I can help you make content and properly operate your business. I like to think of myself as a full stack ecommerce operator. In this podcast I share my real experiences building an ecom brand. At the end of every episode I share real time sales numbers and conversion rates. Get My Business Fundamental Masterclass and other Free Business Tools:https://vanader.comIf you want to chat, DM me on Instagram @vanadergrowthInstagram:...

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Author

Evan Van Auken (@vanadergrowth)

Category

Business

Podcast website

www.vanader.com

Latest episode

Jun 26, 2025

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Episodes

068 She has a really awesome clothing business idea! 03.11.2022

Today I get to talk to Roxanna. She has a ton on great ideas in starting new businesses and has even tried out a couple of them in the past. In this episode we get to discuss her idea of opening a clothing business and get it started on the right track. We get to talk about what she needs to do, the dont's, and a ton of very important questions that every business owner should ask and be able to a...

066 Form AN LLC in the US as a Foreigner 28.10.2022

In this episode I get to talk to Bruce. He lives in China and he helps Chinese businesses to set up in the US. There are a lot of important detail that most people seeking to form a business fail to observe, and we go over the necessary steps he needs to take to kick off; such as business bank accounts, legalities, taxes and the likes. If you are looking to form a business in the US, then this pod...

067 Getting your business started - the do's and don'ts 06.10.2022

William is a super awesome guy. He is a speaker, musician, he is becoming a mobile notary, and wants to get into real estate. But he doesn't have a business yet. In this episode we get to talk about lots of important stuff, like taxes, what form of business should he start, should he use DBAs, should he form the LLC in his state Vs. another state, who should be his first hire and what people, all...

065 Take these steps to better your Business 01.09.2022

In this episode I get to talk to Joe Delfin .Joe is a Sound Engineer who built a studio and an LLC for his brother, but then the pandemic hit and they had to take a break. And now that the pandemic is pretty much over, they're looking to get going again; him to manage the LLC and his brother to focus on the music Does he go back to his abandon LLC or does he need to start a new one? Did he even se...

063 How To Establish and Build Your Business Credit 25.08.2022

Anita is passionate about the financial literacy and credit restoration of people, especially women. She worked in the banking sector for about 12 years, where she learnt a lot on finance and decided to start a business school where she can help women to start businesses and build business credit. In this episode we get to talk about the hurdles that many people face when it comes to credit and ho...

061 Million dollar secrets the rich keep to themselves 03.08.2022

In this episode I get to be a guest speaker in my friend Irv's show. Irv runs a credit building agency where he helps new business owners build business credit, so they can use other people's money instead of their own. I get to talk about the foundational aspects, LLCs, Trademarks, Patents, S-Corps, different types of contracts, agreements, EINs, bank accounts, taxes etc. I hope you get a lot fro...

055 How To Level Up Your Skilled Trade Business 14.07.2022

In this episode I get to talk with Arturo, a barber who wants to level up. Well, we got to talk about just that. If you are a skilled trade worker and want to level up your own business, this is a great episode for you! ezbiolink.com/vanader

057 How to organize multiple businesses for maximum tax saving 07.07.2022

In this Episode I get speak with Nicholas, an entrepreneur in Texas who has a photography business, a cleaning business, and a trailer-rental business. He is trying to figure out how to organize them all so that he can minimize his liability and maximize his tax savings. I know you're going to get a ton from this. To learn more, check out Vanader on Youtube!

054 How To Setup a Food Business From Scratch (Chef Jonel) 30.06.2022

In this episode I get to speak with Chef Jonel. This dude is killin it when it comes to thinking outside the box. But he still needs to know how to "set things up". In this episode we talk about just that. How to setup a business from the ground up with no experience the right way. enjoy! vanader.com

056 How To Combine NFTS With Your Day Job - Is It A Good Idea? 24.06.2022

In this episode i get to speak with franklin, a successful resume writer who wants to adopt NFT technology into his business. Maybe its not a good idea? If you're into NFTs and business, this is a great episode to listen to. To learn more checkout Vanader on YouTube.

053 How To Separate Yourself From Your Business 28.04.2022

In this episode, I speak with Simon, a barber who has everything mixed together. I get the chance to teach him to separate himself from the business. we walk EINs, LLCs, S-Corps, and even how to buy a home. If you aren't separated, you need this episode. Vanader.com

052 Facts you didn't know about LLCs 23.04.2022

If you want to learn more about LLC's this is the episode for you. Dulce has so many awesome questions and Evan was able to answer them all. If you're wondering how she got to speak with me, its because she is a student of Vanader Business School :) "newhabits" will get you $500 off. go to vanader.com

051 Not knowing your numbers holding you back? Do THIS 31.03.2022

In this episode, I get to speak with amber. a cleaning business owner that can't scale because she doesn't know her numbers. If you don't know your numbers how can you fix what's broken? in this episode, we talk about how to fix that. Enjoy! vanader.com

050 Make Your Business Official in 5 steps 03.03.2022

James has made hundreds of thousands selling items on eBay and Amazon, but he has not taken steps to make his business legitimate. In this episode, we go over the exact 5 steps you need to take to make your business legit. For more info please visit vanader.com

049 The Inns And Outs Of Setting Up An Amazon Store 24.02.2022

In this episode, i get to speak with Jared. He wants to know how to get an Amazon store up and running. What do the terms mean and how can he do it. We also get to talk about Tezos (xtz) one of my favorite cryptocurrencies. @vanadergrowth on Instagram

048 You own your job, not a business. Here's the fix 18.02.2022

In this episode, I get to speak with Marissa one of my students. she wants to build destination air bnbs but her business takes all of her time. We talk about how to buy her time back by putting systems and employees in place to transform a job into a real business. To join vanader business school head over to vanader.com use the coupon code "newhabits" for $500 off

047 How does it work when you purchase a franchise? 11.02.2022

Today I get to speak with Pradeep who recently purchased a care home franchise. Together we figure out the best way to make it work and weave it into his business model. We also talked about the proper way to involve your wife in the business and what to do with real estate! vanader.com

046 How to invest your money and how to invest in you 20.01.2022

In this episode, I get to speak with my good friend @austinhankwitz This guy knows his stuff. Austin studies companies and makes his money work for him. We discuss how we invest and why we invest, both stock and crypto. I hope you enjoy!

045 How to get financially literate - what you need to know to be rich 13.01.2022

In this episode, I get to speak with Chris, a professional money manager. He focuses on helping athletes keep their money. The point of our talk was to spread and teach financial literacy. We talk about how to manage your money without day-trading. Chris and I see eye to eye on the fundamentals of finance. Use the information we talk about to go deeper into the finance rabbit hole. We layout simpl...

044 The 12 questions that make a business plan 06.01.2022

In this episode I get to speak with Marvin. How do you set up a professional practice? It all starts with a business plan. I asked Marvin 12 questions about his business. In the end, he had a business plan. vanader.com/plan to get the template for free. the coupon code mentioned is "santaisreal" for 50% off vanader business school at vanader.com. Lastly, visit collective.com/vanader to get yoursel...

043 How to turn a rock band into an organized cash making business 30.12.2021

In this episode, I get to speak with john. John is in a rock band called Holy Death Trio. They're pretty damn good too. He wants to turn his band into a business. We address it and solve that problem. Merch, tours, art, albums, DBA's and LLCs. I know you'll get some value out of this one. vanader.com to learn more. "santaisreal" for 50% off the business code

042 how to open a company without using your personal information 23.12.2021

daisy has a credit repair business she wants to start, but she used her personal information. How do you set up a company without using your personal info? can it be done? YES! here's how! use code "santaisreal" for 50% off vanader business school at vanader.com   link to INCfile: https://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=617326&u=2850682&m=53954

041 how to take your business from LVL 1 to LVL 3 16.12.2021

in this episode, I get to speak with Jason. Jason is an automation engineer and has never formally incorporated his business. He wants to know how to take his business of 1 from lvl 1 to lvl 3. Thats what we get to talk about today. We went over some incredible ideas. i know you'll love it! collective.com/vanader

040 How to define your customer and what to do with the information 09.12.2021

In this episode, I get to speak with Jonathan, a vanader business school student who is trying to figure what business to start. how do you define your perfect customer? how do you figure out solutions for them? how do you know what products to sell? CBD drink or seeds? it doesn't matter as long as you know why you are doing it. to get 50% off vanader business school use code "santaisreal" vanader...

039 I bet you didn't know this about inventory 02.12.2021

In this episode, I get to speak with Lumi! We figured out inventory, taxation, business building, and how to involve your family in the business so you can pay them and get a tax break for it. Please pay attention to the first part of this podcast. YOU need to learn this stuff about inventory! vanader.com

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