SmartScout

The Smartest Amazon Seller

Scott Needham is the Founder of SmartScout. An Amazon software developer for 10 years his company BuyBoxer has done over $300m in sales on Amazon. Scott has accumulated a deep knowledge about selling product online, and in the podcast he shares his knowledge with you to help you become a better Amazon seller.

Author

SmartScout

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Technology

Podcast website

scottneedham.podbean.com

Latest episode

Jun 2, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 229 - When Does Maximizing Amazon Profits Start To Hurt You With Jason Henan 31.10.2023

When selling on Amazon, maximizing your profits is crucial for the success of your e-commerce business. But what happens when it starts to backfire and hurt your bottom line? We got Jason Hanan, co-founder of AZsellerkit, to give us the fine details of what could potentially destroy your whole Amazon listing and the steps to take to aggressively reverse the effects. Episode Notes: 00:30 - Jason Ha...

Episode 228 - Turn Amazon Seller Support From a Frustration to a Solved Problem With Seller Candy 24.10.2023

While Amazon Seller Support plays a vital role in assisting sellers, some may find it annoying or frustrating due to various reasons. When support is broken, It disrupts the user experience and also hurts the end consumers. Learn the weirdest pain point of selling on Amazon and how Seller Candy solved the problem of Amazon Seller Support with the Seller Candy Founder Josh Cavendish and the Smartes...

Episode 227 - Top Amazon Seller Pattern. Strength and Weakness Analysis With Jason Landro of Nectar 17.10.2023

From Amazon selling to running a premier e-commerce services agency that helps brands grow on Amazon, Walmart, and Shopify, Nectar Co-founder Jason Landro sparked a controversial topic about Pattern , the largest reseller of products on Amazon. In this episode, learn why Jason thinks pure wholesalers/resellers will go extinct as well as the strengths and weaknesses of Pattern’s business model. Epi...

Episode 226 - How To Succeed in Competitive Categories With Tim Angel 10.10.2023

Here's another strong brand with exceptional execution that has achieved an impressive milestone. ZUGU, the brainchild of CEO Tim Angel, has generated more than $1 million in monthly revenue. Tim's journey with his company began in 2010 when he recognized the frustration of dealing with iPad cases that couldn't provide a stable and functional solution. At just 25 years old, he embarked on a missio...

Episode 225 - Cashflow Forecasting Is Key With Viably 03.10.2023

Cash flow forecasting is a critical financial management tool that provides insights into the timing and amount of cash inflows and outflows. It aids in financial planning, risk management, and overall financial health, making it an indispensable practice for businesses. Having access to capital and enough inventory is critical to keep your Amazon business growing. And with so much money coming in...

Episode 224 - How ChatGPT Can Help With Amazon PPC With Ritu Java 26.09.2023

Content and Idea Generation, Programming Assistance, Legalities and Business, and even Entertainment, ChatGPT's versatility allows for numerous other applications limited only by imagination and creativity. Amazon sellers can also utilize this powerful tool to assist with various aspects of Amazon Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising by providing information, tips, and guidance. Rita Java from PPC Ninj...

Episode 223 - How To Win Amazon Profits With Better Pricing 20.09.2023

Here’s another episode that’ll surely make you a better Amazon seller. Scott reshares his AMZ United speech about pricing where you can pick up some awesome tools and strategies to potentially increase your net margins. The highly-successful Amazon Seller conference is specifically focused on wholesaling but Scott’s talk has more to it than just that. Sit back and relax as you ride a free pass to...

Episode 222 - AMZ United Pushes Forward What’s Possible With Amazon FBA 12.09.2023

Scott shares his experience and expresses gratitude to the 700 attendees of the highly successful AMZ United, an Amazon Seller conference that just went live on August. Hear his 6 weeks worth of insights packed into this quick but informative podcast. Episode Notes: 00:35 - The AMZ United Experience 05:30 - Brand Control, Consumer Trends, And Managing Content 07:15 - Amazon Accelerate 09:15 - Amaz...

Episode 221 - What Amazon Sellers Should Know About the Influencer Program 05.09.2023

What if you can leverage Amazon’s existing traffic and profit from it? Check out the Amazon Influencer Program - a perfect side-hustle and a more approachable way to start your digital marketing journey. We have Corbin White, the owner of ZoCo Marketing, answering interesting digital marketing questions such as the potential earnings, video types, number of followers, and all the challenges one ma...

Episode 220 - Insights on Research Validation and Data Driven Approach with Isabela Ritz 29.08.2023

The Amazon research process holds significant importance due to its direct influence on successful business strategies, informed decision-making, and optimal resource allocation within the Amazon marketplace. With a wealth of expertise under the banner of Ritz Momentum, Isabela Ritz shares her guaranteed strategies in building high-profit Amazon products that beat the competition as well as her to...

Episode 219 - Reduce the Impact of Returns on Your Amazon Business With Onsite Support 22.08.2023

Shipping costs, wasted time, dealing with customer service, and other fees are just some of the pain points of Amazon Returns. Here’s where Onsite Support comes in. It’s a solution, co-designed with Amazon, that will help alleviate returns. We have Joe Abitbol to tell us how Amazon Sellers can improve their bottomline, reduce negative reviews, acquire loyal customers, and generate repeat business....

Episode 218 - Coworking Warehouse Space on the Fly With LoLoft 15.08.2023

Brendan Howell, CEO of Loloft Inc., sits down with Scott and shares how to elevate your Amazon business by getting instant access to flexible workspace and storage options tailored to your needs. With a shared kitchen space, conference rooms, warehouse managers, phone booths, and lockable warehouses, Loloft provides modern warehouse solutions to small and growth-stage companies. Episode notes: 00:...

Episode 217 - Winning Easy and Big in Amazon Spain and Italy With Jordi Cascant 08.08.2023

Started in an unlikely way through an Amazon Campus Challenge, explore the journey of Jordi Cascant as he elevated his Amazon business to new heights following his victorious achievement. Now a 7-Figure Amazon FBA Seller, Jordi shares with Scott his secrets to dominating the Spain Marketplace. Episode Notes: 00:25 - Jordi Cascant Introduction 01:10 - Amazon Campus Challenge 02:20 - Jordi’s Secret...

Episode 216 – In the Trenches of Partnering With Brands for Exclusives With Isaiah Fritz 01.08.2023

Learn how taking risks got Isaiah Fritz, CEO and Founder of Online Selling Partner, his first brand exclusives and how these partnerships impact the market. Join Scott and Isaiah as they cover brand partnership, diminishing brand risks, the next 10 years on Amazon, advertising strategies, and plans backed with case studies and proven data. Also discover how Online Selling Partner assesses brands u...

Episode 215 – So Long Small and Light, Hello Seller Fulfilled Prime and Updates on AMZ United 25.07.2023

What’s the latest in the Amazon space in the last 2 months? What’s hot and upcoming? Learn the latest updates about the big changes in the Small and Light and Seller Fulfilled Prime programs. Plus, get early insights about the first-ever conference for Amazon Wholesale Sellers - the AMZ United 2023. Episode Notes: 00:35 - Small and Light 03:40 - Seller Fulfilled Prime 06:00 - AMZ United Related Po...

Episode 214 - The Amazon Mexico Opportunity with Mike Begg of AMZ Advisers 18.07.2023

Dive into the vast potential of the Amazon marketplace in Mexico. With its growing e-commerce market, increasing disposable income, rising demand for imported goods, and more, moving products to Mexico presents a significant opportunity for Amazon sellers. Join your host Scott Needham with Mike Begg, co-founder of AMZ Advisers, as they give us an overview of the rapidly growing market of Mexico. E...

Episode 213 - The Best Way To Get Product Reviews Removed on Amazon With TraceFuse 11.07.2023

Positive ratings and reviews on Amazon can greatly influence consumer behavior and purchasing decisions. High ratings and positive reviews serve as social proof - building trust and credibility for your product or brand. However, some fraudulent practices out there will keep attacking your business with fake feedback. How do you protect your product or brand from this? And more importantly, how do...

Episode 212 - Making Smart Supply Chain Decisions and Understanding the State of Inventory Planning With Luminous 04.07.2023

Under and overstocking? Wrong supply chain decisions can directly affect your bottom line. Yes, inventory management can be painful - especially if you’re not using the right tools. For small brands signing up for enterprise tools, it can feel like using a sledgehammer to a tiny nail or a bazooka to kill a single fly. Effective inventory planning is essential for businesses to balance customer dem...

Episode 211 - Getting Better Data Out of Amazon the Easy Way 21.06.2023

Amazon API provides businesses and developers with valuable resources, insights, and opportunities to enhance their offerings, streamline operations, and make data-driven decisions in the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape. Amazon has multiple APIs, but how do you pick which is right for your business? Are you ready to commit to a developer? Let Scott and Will answer all those and more with this f...

Episode 210 - Exploring the Latest Developments in the Amazon PPC Space With Vince (Sir TACoS) Montero 13.06.2023

As an Amazon seller, it’s always beneficial to continuously find ways to reach more audience and increase visibility or discoverability. You want all the competitive advantage of gaining insights to target the right buyers and drive sales. In this episode, Scott is joined by Vince (Sir TACoS) Montero, an Amazon Ads Strategist and PPC consultant. You don’t want to miss on their juicy insights about...

Episode 209 - Amazon on Site Editorials Are Gone. What To Do To Grow Sales. 06.06.2023

Gain valuable insights on the evolving Amazon landscape in 2023 and discover effective strategies to enhance your sales. In this episode, Scott provides an update on the changing dynamics, giving you options to maximize your business's growth and success. Learn the latest on brand acquisitions, editorials, what’s new with SmartScout, and the much-awaited, wholesale-focused Amazon Conference from A...

Episode 208 - Custom Software Development for Amazon Nerds With Jakob of Deltologic 01.06.2023

For Amazon businesses with complex software needs, there’s no one size fits all solution. Here’s where Custom Software Development comes in. Why do you need one? Should you turn to freelancers for building this custom software? Or pick an agency with a robust team that works with big Fortune 500 companies? Join Scott with his guest Jakob Wolitzki from Deltologic as they highlight the importance of...

Episode 207 - An Innovative Approach to Market Research and Launch Strategy with Alina Vlaic 23.05.2023

In today's rapidly evolving marketplace, your strategy as a seller must also keep up with the changes. Tune in for a fresh perspective as Alina Vlaic of AZ Rank unlocks the secrets behind her game-changing approach to market research and launch strategy. Learn the latest trends and techniques that reshape how products are researched and introduced. Allow your business to gain a competitive edge an...

Episode 206 - A Fast-Launch Option to the European Marketplace With Stef van Boekel 16.05.2023

If you’ve had success in the U.S. marketplace and are now aiming to go overseas, this episode is for you. Understand the Amazon Europe Ecosystem, the importance of buyer maturity, the challenges of the overseas marketplace, and how you can penetrate the European market fast with Scott and Stef van Boekel of Marketplace Distri. Episode Notes: 00:20 - Stef van Boekel Introduction 01:15 - What Is the...

Episode 205 - Unlocking the Powers of the Publishers To Grow Your Amazon Business With David Katz 09.05.2023

Talk about a win-win situation. Publishers that can directly connect with brands to get paid more, and brands that can get more eyes on their products and boost their profit. Everyone is happy. Learn how sellers and publishers can partner up using this latest platform. Co-Founded by David Katz, Archer Affiliates is the gold standard of Affiliate Marketing for Amazon Brands. 00:25 - David Katz Intr...

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