The Full-Time FBA Show - Amazon Reseller Strategies & Stories

If you pay any attention to the news, you probably notice that a constant headline in the US is how the economy is or isn't doing at any given time. On today's episode of the show, we're going to discuss why we at Full-Time FBA don't get too worried over news of the economy – because we have enough experience in the FBA business to know that there will always be ups and downs. We'll discuss the re...

In our FBA business we try to keep to a goal of selling through inventory within 30-60 days of reaching the Amazon warehouse – but what happens if we don't reach that goal? It can happen to all of us, although hopefully not too frequently. Today on The Full-Time FBA Show we are discussing how to handle our slow moving (or aged) inventory, in particular how to make sure it sells quickly enough to r...

No foolin' and no jokin' – you don't want to miss this episode of The Full-Time FBA Show. Today we're discussing two foolish ways you could run your Amazon FBA business that could lead to its ruin. One of the most foolish things you could as an Amazon business owner is let your profits slip right through your fingers – instead of into your pockets. Tune in to the show to find out how you can stop...

Everyone has habits, good or bad, in their daily life and in their business. If you're not intentional about your habits in your Amazon FBA business, chances are that you have some bad habits you need to work through. Today on The Full-Time FBA Show we're going to be covering the best habits that Amazon FBA sellers can develop in order to grow their business and make the most profits. Make sure yo...

Making assumptions can really cost your FBA business time and money. Typically assumptions come from incomplete information – sometimes those assumptions can turn out to be correct, but all too often they can be incorrect and we end up losing out big time. On today's episode we're going to cover several common incorrect assumptions that happen in the course of running an Amazon FBA business and ho...

In today's episode we're following up on one of the questions posed in last week's episode: Are you reinventing the wheel when you should be following smooth, clear systems and processes? The best way not to waste time in this situation is to create standard operating procedures for your business – also known as SOPs. We're diving into why you should create SOPs for your business, a specific examp...

Time may very well be the most precious commodity we have in our lives. Whether you're running an FBA business or not, you are likely to be serious about not wasting time whenever possible. Many, many things are pulling at our attention – some of them good and some of them not so good. In today's episode of The Full-Time FBA Show, we're going to give you several questions to ask yourself so that y...

Did you get an email (or two) from Amazon about their "new" SIPP program? Many sellers received these emails in December 2023 and February 2024 inviting them to join the program, also known as "Ship in Product Packaging." We're not signing up, and we don't recommend it to most sellers, either. Tune in to today's episode to hear why we're opting out and which (very limited) sellers could benefit fr...

In our previous episode, we looked into the top red flags you should watch out for when signing up for an account with a new wholesale supplier – but what do you do if you've been working for a while with a supplier and things start to go sideways? Today we'll discuss how to decide if it's time to walk away, along with the best business practices to use in this not-so-fun situation. Listen to the...

Do you know how to spot red flags in potential wholesale suppliers when you see them? Sometimes a wholesale supplier looks too good to be true, and other times something looks just a bit off for that supplier. On today's episode we're going to discuss the top red flags you should be aware of when you're considering working with a new supplier for your Amazon FBA business, so that you don't end up...

Have you received an email from Amazon inviting you to become a "Stickerless Seller"? If so, you'll want to check out today's episode before signing up for this not-so-new program! Amazon touts the benefits of going stickerless, but do those benefits apply more to Amazon than to the third-party sellers on their platform? (Spoiler: Of course they do!) Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fullti...

Have you heard of the so-called "done for you" automated Amazon agencies claiming to give you a fast-and-easy return on your investment? These all-in-one services make big promises that all you have to do is pay thousands of dollars, and you'll have all the work of opening and running an Amazon business done for you. All you have to do is pay thousands of dollars. All you have to do. Yep, it's tha...

"Your listings are deactivated for potential pricing error." Just seeing that phrase in the subject line of an email from Amazon can cause you to lose your mind! On today's episode we're talking about what to do if you get an alert from Amazon that an item in your inventory has been deactivated due to a high pricing error. Today we will spell out for you the steps to take to reactivate your invent...

You've probably heard it time and again in the recent headlines… "What is going on with this economy?!" Questions over the economic climate may be causing you to wonder if now is still a good time to be selling on Amazon. Well, in today's podcast episode, we're here to tell you the answer is YES. We'll take an honest look at the challenges of the current economy, plus the three crucial ways you ca...

We all make mistakes…and we all want to avoid mistakes, right? If this is you as an Amazon seller, then you're in the right place! On today's episode we're discussing 5 more mistakes that even smart Amazon sellers make – and how to avoid those mistakes. If you're making these mistakes, you will want to stop what you're doing and learn how to turn those mishaps around. Fix these mistakes and you'll...

In this episode, we unpack the secrets of effective goal-setting for your Amazon business using the SMARTER goals framework and uncover the steps required to turn your Amazon aspirations into actionable plans! From setting precise goals to breaking them down into achievable steps and calendar deadlines, finding accountability, and scheduling regular goal reviews, this episode provides a roadmap to...

The day this podcast episode drops is December 25... which means that it's Christmas Day! Today, we wish all of our listeners a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Today on the Full-Time FBA Show we're hoping to spread some merriment and cheer by pulling back the audio curtain and sharing with you some of the bloopers from the podcast. From audio flubs during our sound checks... to embarrassi...

In our previous episode, we looked at the items that new Amazon sellers should avoid trying to sell. Today, we're focusing on the items that newer Amazon sellers should be selling if this is your first foray into Amazon FBA. We walk you through the best categories for new Amazon sellers to focus on and the multiple benefits of mainly selling these types of items during the beginning stages of your...

When Amazon sellers first get started with their Amazon business, the foremost thing they tend to ask is, "Which items should I sell for a profit?" But an equally important question (and one that is often overlooked) is whether there is anything a new Amazon seller should avoid selling on Amazon — and if so, what? In today's episode, we break down which items are more difficult to sell at the begi...

In the final crunch-time push for Q4 sales, many Amazon FBA sellers are not sure whether to hold, lower, or raise their prices. So today, we'll be assessing the right times to raise or lower your prices...and when to do nothing at all. We discuss why there is no one-size-fits-all answer to today's question before jumping into our biggest Q4 pricing tip, the parameters that would warrant you making...

If you're wondering what gifts to buy for the Amazon reseller in your life (or for yourself), then this episode is for you! Today's conversation is a great resource for resellers who want to give a wink and a nudge to their nearest and dearest on what to gift them these holidays. Join us today as we share our favorite products as Amazon resellers. From game-changers like useful supplies most resel...

Q4 is the most wonderful time of the year for Amazon sellers, and it's not too late to get even more out of it! During this episode, we explore four last-minute Q4 strategies to help you get the most out of what's left of Q4 for this year. Listen today to hear why it's so important to double down on your strengths, why you should or should not consider merchant-fulfilling, and why it's so importan...

What if we told you Cyber Monday could be your most profitable Amazon sales day of the year? Today on The Full-Time FBA Show we discuss our top Cyber Monday online arbitrage (OA) sourcing strategies! Cyber Monday, which takes place the Monday following Thanksgiving and Black Friday, represents a prime (get it?) occasion for resellers to leverage the huge rush of online shoppers in order to create...

Looking for some quick-fire motivation for your Q4 Amazon FBA endeavors? You've come to the right place! Because dynamite comes in small packages, this episode is short and sweet as we share inspirational stats and stories around Q4 that should get you fired up for this busy Amazon FBA season. You can look forward to hearing about how your sales and sales velocity will inevitably get a boost in Q4...

No one likes to fail! But the truth is, as Amazon FBA business owners, we're all going to fail occasionally. This episode is dedicated to how you can improve your mindset about the failures you might experience, how to best respond to your failures, and how to lower the chances of failure in the future. We discuss how to manage your own expectations around mistakes and failure at every level, how...