In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic break down the critical strategies to win and dominate the Amazon Buy Box—the key to increasing your conversions and driving more sales.

🔥 Download the FREE Guide to Mastering the Amazon Buy Box Here: https://cleartheshelf.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-mastering-the-amazon-buy-box/

With 82% of all Amazon sales coming through the Buy Box, learning how to consistently secure it is essential for every Amazon seller.Whether you're into online arbitrage or retail arbitrage, this episode covers the exact steps you need to take to improve your Buy Box eligibility, optimize your pricing strategy, and compete effectively in 2024.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How the Amazon Buy Box algorithm works and the factors that influence it

• Proven pricing strategies to help you win the Buy Box without tanking your margins

• Why shipping speed and fulfillment methods (FBA vs. FBM) play a crucial role in winning the Buy Box

• The common myths about the Buy Box that most sellers get wrong

• How to handle price wars and avoid common mistakes that hurt your Buy Box chances

• The best repricing tools and strategies to stay competitive in real-time

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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

✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive

✅ 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

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction: Why Mastering the Amazon Buy Box is Crucial for Sellers

3:10 - What is the Amazon Buy Box?

5:35 - The Importance of the Buy Box in Driving Sales

7:45 - How the Amazon Buy Box Algorithm Works

10:30 - Key Factors That Affect the Buy Box: Pricing, Shipping, and Seller Metrics

13:25 - Eligibility Requirements for Winning the Buy Box

15:40 - Seller Performance Metrics and Their Impact on the Buy Box

17:50 - Understanding Order Defect Rate (ODR) and Its Role in Buy Box Eligibility

20:05 - Pricing Strategies to Win the Buy Box

23:30 - Using Automated Repricers to Stay Competitive

25:45 - How to Set Minimum and Maximum Prices for Profitability

28:10 - Regional Pricing Differences and How They Affect the Buy Box

30:20 - Buy Box Rotation Explained

33:00 - How Amazon Rotates the Buy Box Between Eligible Sellers

35:15 - The Role of Fulfillment Methods (FBA vs. FBM) in Winning the Buy Box

38:00 - Shipping Speed and Its Effect on Buy Box Eligibility

40:30 - Why Shipping Times Can Outweigh Lower Pricing

42:50 - FBM Strategies to Compete with FBA Sellers

45:15 - Handling Price Tanking and Avoiding a Race to the Bottom

47:50 - How to Protect Your Margins While Competing for the Buy Box

50:20 - When to Adjust Prices and When to Hold Steady

53:15 - Common Myths About the Amazon Buy Box

55:45 - Debunking the Myth that the Lowest Price Always Wins

58:00 - Why Fast Shipping Can Outperform Lower Pricing

1:00:25 - The Impact of Stock Availability on Buy Box Performance

1:03:15 - In-Stock Head Start and Its Role in Buy Box Eligibility

1:06:05 - Tools to Optimize Your Buy Box Strategy

1:09:00 - Using Repricing Tools Like Aura and BQool

1:11:30 - How Keepa and Revseller Help You Track Buy Box Trends

1:14:10 - Monitoring Competitor Pricing and Adjusting Strategies

1:17:20 - Using Third-Party Logistics (3PL) for Faster Shipping and FBM Success

1:20:30 - Understanding Seller-Fulfilled Prime and Its Impact on the Buy Box

1:23:10 - How to Handle Buy Box Competition During Peak Seasons

1:26:45 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways for Mastering the Amazon Buy Box

🧠 Want to think like a 7-figure Amazon seller?

Download The 7 Page Guide on Mental Models Here: https://cleartheshelf.com/mental-models-part-2/

In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic continue their deep dive into powerful mental models that top Amazon sellers use to make smarter, faster, and more profitable decisions.

These models help you simplify complex business choices, reduce risks, and boost your online arbitrage game.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to use Inversion to identify risks before making decisions

• Avoiding Confirmation Bias and making data-driven choices

• Breaking down problems with First Principles Thinking

• Leveraging Second-Order Thinking for long-term success

• Overcoming Loss Aversion and embracing profitable risks

• Navigating the Paradox of Choice to avoid decision paralysis

• Applying Probabilistic Thinking to make decisions based on likelihoods, not certainties

• Utilizing Feedback Loops to refine your sourcing strategies in real time

• Understanding the Law of Diminishing Returns to maximize productivity

• Using Leverage through tools and outsourcing to scale your Amazon business

🔔 Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode!

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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.

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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

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction: Why Mental Models Matter for Amazon Sellers

3:15 - Inversion: Solving Problems by Thinking in Reverse

7:30 - Confirmation Bias: Avoiding Emotional Product Decisions

11:45 - First Principles Thinking: Breaking Down Problems to Their Core

16:20 - Second-Order Thinking: Thinking Beyond Immediate Results

20:10 - Loss Aversion: Overcoming the Fear of Losing Money

24:45 - Paradox of Choice: Avoiding Decision Paralysis in Sourcing

29:00 - Probabilistic Thinking: Making Decisions Based on Likelihoods, Not Guarantees

33:15 - Feedback Loops: Adjusting Strategies Based on Real-Time Data

37:30 - Law of Diminishing Returns: Knowing When to Move On

41:00 - Leverage: Using Tools and Outsourcing to Scale Your Business

45:25 - Conclusion: Applying Mental Models to Your Amazon Business

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

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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

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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

Want to learn how Amazon sellers are spending $600,000+ a month flipping products directly on Amazon?

🔥 Grab the Amazon to Amazon Flips Guide Here: https://cleartheshelf.com/600k-a2a-flips/ In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, hosts Chris Grant and Chris Racic sit down with Saul, a master of Amazon-to-Amazon (A2A) flips.

🤝 Follow Saul Here: https://x.com/SaulSellsStuff

♻️ Grab Your Free Trial of Flip Alert Here: https://cleartheshelf.com/FlipAlert Saul has turned A2A into a highly profitable strategy, and he's here to share exactly how he helps sellers scale their Amazon businesses by buying discounted products from Amazon and reselling them on the same platform for massive profits. Whether you're an experienced Amazon seller or just starting your journey in arbitrage, this episode is packed with actionable tips, advanced strategies, and insider tools that can help you take your business to the next level. 🔑 What You’ll Learn: • What are Amazon-to-Amazon (A2A) flips, and how can you make them work for your business? • Saul’s top strategies for scaling A2A flips to $100K+ per month • How to use the Flip Alert tool to track profitable price drops in real-time • Maximizing profits through cashback and credit card strategies • Tips for handling IP complaints and ungating with Amazon invoices • The power of debundling: Breaking down multi-pack products for higher margins • Managing cash flow and avoiding excessive returns to keep your Amazon account in good standing 👉 Subscribe to The Clear the Shelf Podcast for more expert tips, strategies, and success stories to grow your Amazon business! Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Meet Saul and His Unique Amazon-to-Amazon Flip Strategy 3:00 - What is Amazon-to-Amazon (A2A) Flipping? 6:45 - Managing Multiple Projects: Time Management Tips 10:20 - The Value of Partnerships: Complementary Skills and Shared Vision 13:55 - Scaling Amazon-to-Amazon Flips: Challenges and Opportunities 18:30 - Maximizing Profits: Cashback and Credit Card Strategies 22:10 - Duration of Price Drops: When to Buy 25:45 - Handling IP Complaints with Amazon-to-Amazon Invoices 29:30 - Ungating Challenges: Using Amazon Invoices for Gated Categories 33:15 - The Flip Alert Tool: Real-Time Data for Amazon-to-Amazon Flips 37:20 - Debundling for Higher Profits: Maximizing Your Margins 41:50 - Cash Flow Management: Tracking Orders and Avoiding Excessive Returns 46:00 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways for Scaling with Amazon-to-Amazon Flips

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

🧠 Ever wondered how top Amazon sellers make decisions that lead to 7-figure success? It’s not just about luck or hard work—it’s about mastering the art of thinking! In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, hosts Chris Grant and Chris Racic dive deep into the power of mental models and how they can revolutionize your Amazon business. 🔥 Check out this week's episode sponsor, Boxem: https://www.Cleartheshelf.com/Boxem 📈 Whether you're just starting out with online arbitrage or looking to scale your existing Amazon business, this episode is packed with actionable insights that can help you make smarter, faster, and more profitable decisions. 🔑 What You’ll Learn: What are Mental Models? Simplifying decision-making in your Amazon business Circle of Competence: Leveraging your strengths to maximize profits Margin of Safety: Protecting your profits and minimizing risks Opportunity Cost: Making the most of your investments in sourcing Mr. Market: Navigating market fluctuations with confidence Occam’s Razor: Simplifying product analysis for better results Anchoring: Avoiding cognitive biases in your sourcing decisions Sunk Cost Fallacy: Knowing when to cut your losses and move on Compound Interest: Reinvesting profits for exponential growth Time Value of Money: Prioritizing quick returns for faster scaling Comparative Advantage: Focusing on high-value activities to boost productivity Additional Mental Models: Inversion, Confirmation Bias, First Principles Thinking, and more -------------------- 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! -------------------- 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 -------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Understanding the Power of Mental Models 2:45 - What Are Mental Models? 6:30 - Circle of Competence: Focusing on Your Strengths 10:15 - Margin of Safety: Protecting Your Profits 14:00 - Opportunity Cost: Maximizing Returns on Investment 18:30 - Mr. Market: Navigating Market Fluctuations 23:00 - Occam’s Razor: Simplifying Decision-Making 26:45 - Anchoring: Avoiding Cognitive Bias in Sourcing 31:00 - Sunk Cost Fallacy: Knowing When to Cut Your Losses 35:20 - Compound Interest: Reinvesting for Exponential Growth 40:00 - Time Value of Money: Prioritizing Quick Returns 44:15 - Comparative Advantage: Focusing on High-Value Activities 49:00 - Additional Mental Models: Inversion, Confirmation Bias, and More 54:30 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways for Amazon Sellers

🎓 How does a college student scale an Amazon business to $200,000 per month?

Meet Sadeq, a young entrepreneur who turned his side hustle into a six-figure e-commerce empire—all while balancing college life!

In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, hosts Chris Grant and Chris Racic dive deep into Sadeq’s journey from selling candy in eighth grade to running a highly profitable Amazon online arbitrage business. 🚀 Whether you’re an experienced Amazon seller or just getting started with online arbitrage, this episode is packed with actionable insights and strategies to help you scale your own business.

From sourcing techniques and cash flow management to networking and automation, Sadeq shares the secrets that have fueled his rapid growth.

Learn how to find profitable inventory, manage risks, and reinvest your profits for sustainable success. 👉 Subscribe to The Clear the Shelf Podcast for more Amazon FBA tips, strategies, and success stories! 🔔 Don’t forget to hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! Follow Sadeq Here: 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/sadeqwahab 🎥 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCSDicdj5qXnBcgBW7dI8aSQ -------------------- 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 -------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Meet Sadeq, the College Kid Selling $200K/Month on Amazon 3:30 - Sadeq’s Early Hustle: From Candy Sales to Sneaker Reselling 8:00 - Transitioning to Amazon Online Arbitrage 12:30 - 100% Online Arbitrage: Building a Scalable Business Model 17:45 - Networking and Collaboration: The Power of Peer Support 22:10 - Sourcing Strategies: Reverse Sourcing and Manual Techniques 28:20 - Decision-Making and Risk Management 33:00 - Automation and Delegation: Leveraging VAs and AI 37:45 - Cash Flow Management: Reinvesting for Growth 42:15 - Overcoming Challenges and Identifying Bottlenecks 46:50 - Future Goals: Scaling and Exploring New Opportunities 51:00 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways from Sadeq’s Journey

Sam is a busy mom of 2 who has grown her online arbitrage business to $300,000+ a month in sales. Grab the show notes here: https://cleartheshelf.com/how-a-busy-mom-of-2-sells-300000-mo-on-amazon-show-notes-lead-magnet/ We dive into how she has grown her business. The importance of cash flow and how she has invested sweat equity for long term stability. We also touch on how she manages her time, her sourcing strategies, and her advice on scaling a business. Follow Sam here: Twitter: https://x.com/Sam_FBA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam__fba/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCV0UPGth4qn1bF0C52Hmp2w -------------------- 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 -------------------- Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction: Meet Sam, a Mom of Three Crushing It on Amazon 3:00 - Sam’s Background: From No Experience to Amazon Success 7:30 - Transition from Retail to Online Arbitrage 12:00 - Balancing Business and Family: Time Management Tips 16:45 - Sourcing Strategies: Reverse Sourcing and Storefront Stalking 22:00 - Replenishables: The Key to Consistent Sales 26:15 - Cash Flow Management: Avoiding Over-Leverage 31:10 - Networking Selectively: Learning from the Amazon Community 35:30 - Bringing Prep In-House: Cutting Costs and Boosting Margins 40:20 - Automating Tasks: Maximizing Efficiency 44:30 - Scaling from $50K to $300K+ per Month 49:00 - Challenges and Bottlenecks: Managing Rapid Growth 53:00 - Long-Term Goals: Scaling to $4 Million and Beyond 57:30 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways from Sam’s Journey

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.