The Ecomcrew Ecommerce Podcast

Mike Jackness and Dave Bryant | eCommerce, Shopify, and Amazon FBA Experts
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The Ecomcrew Ecommerce Podcast

An eCommerce podcast for store owners, hosted by 7-figure store owners Mike Jackness and Dave Bryant. We cover everything in eCommerce from Shopify, to Amazon FBA. From email marketing, to Facebook Ads. Never before has there been a podcast with store owners who are so candid. Subscribe to the Ecomcrew podcast today!

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    E583: I Found Where the Biggest Amazon Sellers Operate in China

    After visiting a conference recently, a friend of mine told me about a place in where all of the biggest Amazon Sellers (and all the black hat tactics came from) in China congregate: China's New South City. In this episode, Dave talks about his visit to New South City in China, what he found while he was there, and why this place exists.  Let’s be real – email marketing isn’t flashy, but that’s what makes it great. Who needs chaos when you can have steady, reliable results? That’s where Omnisend email and SMS comes in. Check it out today and use code ECOMCREW. Ever heard of China South City? It's where all of the top Chinese Amazon sellers congregate and work together. This is also the place where Chinese black hat Amazon tactics comes from.  Dave decides to visit China South City during a recent trip to Asia, and shares what he found, some insider information that he found out about after talking to sellers there, and some of the black hat tactics Chinese sellers are using.  The Big Takeaway: China South City is a massive hub of the biggest Chinese Amazon sellers in Shenzhen, China. Chinese sellers are getting subsidies from the government to encourage exports into other countries. Having all sellers within the same area also encourages collaboration and networking among sellers, unlike in the US or the West in general. Chinese sellers inspect a higher percentage of their products more than Western sellers. Many Chinese sellers operate multiple Amazon accounts for security reasons. The 2021 Amazon ban wave had a significant impact on Chinese sellers; reducing China's overall trust in Amazon. Because of the ban wave, Chinese sellers are also diversifying their sales channels beyond Amazon. Temu is starting to become one of the key places for growth among Chinese sellers. Live selling is a major trend in China, with dedicated studios for streaming in each floor. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to China South City 02:53 - The Structure and Purpose of China South City 06:10 - The Community of Amazon Sellers 09:00 - Operational Strategies of Chinese Sellers 11:52 - Challenges Faced by Chinese Sellers 14:45 - The Impact of Amazon's Account Suspension Sweep 18:05 - Tactics and Strategies of Chinese Sellers 20:57 - Diversification Beyond Amazon 23:47 - The Rise of Live Selling in China 27:12 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    30 min

  2. JAN 13

    E582: B.C. Is Taxing Sellers On Nearly All Of Your Fees

    Dave interviews David McCormick from Legacy Lawyers to talk about e-commerce taxation in B.C., Canada, specifically regarding the Online Marketplace Services Act, the Ministry of Finance's choice to start charging Provincial Sales Tax (PST) to every B.C. based seller on each of Amazon's seller fees, and why this choice is ultimately flawed.  Let’s be real - email marketing isn’t flashy, but that’s what makes it great. Who needs chaos when you can have steady, reliable results? That’s where Omnisend email and SMS comes in. Check it out today and use code ECOMCREW.  E-commerce taxation is a huge mess in British Columbia right now.    If you're not from the great white north, then you should know that Amazon has been charging sellers PST since 2021 – something that Amazon wasn't exactly required to do.    The worst part? They've been charging this on sellers' global sales—whether those sales occurred in Canada, the United States, or Brunei Darussalam. Because of this, many BC sellers have been paying a minimum of 1% of their sales (and most will be closer to 2% or greater) in provincial sales tax (PST).    The Big Takeaway: Provincial Sales Tax (PST) is being applied to fees paid by sellers, and not just customer orders. While Amazon has taken a conservative approach to PST collection by overcharging, sellers face challenges in obtaining refunds for overpaid PST. The Ministry of Finance have been very difficult to appeal with even when having a legitimate defense.  This leaves sellers with no choice; and they may need to engage legal help for refund applications. Political action is necessary to address unfair tax practices. Sellers should be proactive in communicating with their Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs). Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to E-commerce Taxation in BC 03:03 - Understanding the Online Marketplace Services Act 06:08 - Impact of PST on E-commerce Sellers 08:55 - Amazon's Approach to PST Collection 12:13 - Navigating Refund Applications and Denials 15:05 - Legal Interpretations and Software Taxation 17:53 - Challenges for Sellers in the Digital Economy 21:13 - Strategies for Sellers to Address Tax Issues 24:04 - Political and Legal Actions for Change 26:51 - Conclusion and Recommendations for Sellers As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    41 min

  3. JAN 7

    E581: Which One Sucks Less: SaaS, Ecom, or Content?

    Dave interviews his good friend Ronnie Teja, a well-connected figure in digital marketing, to talk about the 3 online business models that rewards the most while hurting the least. We also talk about which ones are the best to start in terms of capital, and why they're worth it.    Happy new year everyone!   Today's episode is sponsored by Omnisend. Check them out today!    In today's episode, Dave actually flew over to Thailand and recorded this episode in person with his good friend Ronnie Teja to share his insights on living and working in Thailand full-time, the tax implications of running a business around South East Asia, and how much it costs to run a business from one of these countries.    The Big Takeaway: E-commerce, content, and SaaS each have unique advantages and challenges. Living in Thailand offers both benefits and drawbacks for entrepreneurs. Starting with e-commerce can be viable with a small budget. SaaS businesses can yield higher multiples on exit compared to e-commerce. Building a community can enhance business opportunities. High-ticket items often provide better margins in e-commerce. Iterating on SaaS products is more feasible than on physical products. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to Ronnie Teja and His Ventures 02:48 - E-commerce, Content, and SaaS: A Comparative Overview 06:10 - Living and Working in Thailand: Pros and Cons 08:59 - Tax Implications and Business Registration in Thailand 11:47 - Choosing the Right Business Model: E-commerce vs. SaaS vs. Content 15:05 - The Future of E-commerce and SaaS Businesses 17:55 - Navigating the Challenges of E-commerce 20:52 - The Role of AI in Software Development 24:05 - Building a Community and Audience for Business 27:00 - Final Thoughts on Business Strategies and Models As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    41 min

  4. 12/30/2024

    E580: The Top 5 Episodes of 2024

    Dave reviews the top 5 episodes of 2024 and what they're about. Check out the top 5 episodes of the year! We've included a snippet of each episode and links to them below.  Merry belated Christmas and Happy Early New Year!  This week, we're rounding out our top 5 episodes of the year along with a short snippet of the episode itself. Feel free to go back and listen to the winners on our links below:  0:57 - Fifth place  2:47 - Fourth place 5:07 - Third place 7:07 - Second place 10:32 - First place  As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    15 min

  5. 12/09/2024

    E579: How to Make Your Own Amazon SaaS Tools (& Annual Software Poll)

    In this episode, Dave talks about how you can start developing custom software for Amazon, and what the main benefits are. He'll be covering how to setup custom software, the requirements needed, and the advantages of using third-party APIs to enhance data access.  The Big Takeaway Custom software can significantly enhance Amazon business operations. Most off-the-shelf software are mostly perfect; just lacking the necessary customization. Third-party APIs can provide valuable data not available through Amazon's main API. The Selling Partner API is the latest standard for Amazon integrations. AWS costs for API access are generally very low. AI advancements have reduced the cost of software development. Custom software can provide a competitive edge for Amazon sellers. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Custom Amazon Software 02:25 - The Need for Custom Solutions 05:38 - Setting Up Custom Software 10:50 - Understanding the Amazon API 12:41 - Getting Started with Development As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening!

    15 min

  6. 11/25/2024

    E578: Massive Chinese Seller Data Leaks

    In this episode, Dave takes a look at one of the biggest Chinese Amazon sellers' documents and reveals how much they were making, how being suspended by Amazon affected their revenue, and how they bounced back well enough to go public.  Today's episode is sponsored by Autron. Maximize your ROI with Autron’s real-time algorithmic bidding, optimizing every ad dollar for smarter spending and higher returns. Start optimizing today and get 30% off for 3 months! This Black Friday, we'll be having the biggest deal of the year on our Develop a Profitable Product course + Advanced Amazon Market course + an amazing discount AND a big bonus for those who signup for the waitlist here. Sign up now! Timestamps 00:00 - Unveiling the Secrets of O Group 10:00 - The Aftermath of the Amazon Incident 20:02 - Strategic Shifts and Market Adaptation As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    22 min

  7. 11/18/2024

    E577: What The Next 10 Years of Amazon FBA Will Look Like

    Mike is joined by Bill D'Alessandro in today's episode where they reflect on their decade-long journey in e-commerce, discussing where ecommerce was, where the industry currently is, and the scary direction that it's moving forward on. They also talk about the big picture, and how to succeed in the next decade if you're choosing to stay in the industry.    Today's episode is sponsored by Autron. Maximize your ROI with Autron’s real-time algorithmic bidding, optimizing every ad dollar for smarter spending and higher returns. Start optimizing today and get 30% off for 3 months! This Black Friday, we'll be having the biggest deal of the year on our Develop a Profitable Product course + Advanced Amazon Market course + an amazing discount AND a big bonus for those who signup for the waitlist here. Sign up now!  The Big Takeaway Restructuring your business can lead to significant cost savings if Amazon's been eating away at your profit margins.  Competition in e-commerce is now global. You're not competing against local businesses when selling items online - you have to stand out against the best of the best.  Getting your inventory perfect has always been a big problem for e-commerce businesses. Growing e-commerce businesses can be capital intensive. To grow and scale, you need more capital than you have in most cases.  To continue to succeed in e-commerce, you'll need a defensible moat like strong branding, regulatory compliances or intellectual property that can help protect against international competition.  Last but not least: If you want to succeed, you have to put yourself in a place of discomfort.  Timestamps 00:00 - Navigating Business Restructuring 02:54 - Reflecting on E-commerce Evolution 06:41 - The Competitive Landscape of E-commerce 10:58 - The Power Shift: Platforms vs. Sellers 14:39 - Challenges of Inventory Management 22:10 - Future Trends in E-commerce 27:01 - Building a Sustainable E-commerce Business As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    33 min

  8. 11/11/2024

    E576: The Impact of Donald Trump's Administration on E-Commerce

    In this episode, Dave talks about the potential impacts of Donald Trump's presidency on e-commerce, focusing on tariffs, currency fluctuations, and whether big tech companies like Amazon will still be under scrutiny from FTC.  Today's episode is sponsored by Autron. Maximize your ROI with Autron’s real-time algorithmic bidding, optimizing every ad dollar for smarter spending and higher returns. Start optimizing today and get 30% off for 3 months! Sign up to get early access a special bonus offer for our BFCM Deal. We'll be having the biggest deal of the year on our Develop a Profitable Product course + Advanced Amazon Market course + an amazing discount AND a big bonus for those who signup for the waitlist here. Takeaways Trump's presidency will almost 100% signify a tariff on all international imports. Companies will have no choice but to either increase their prices, absorb the cost, or to look at sourcing locally. Other than that, expect higher freight costs in the near term. Almost everyone will be placing more orders before tariffs are implemented, which will spike up freight costs. Big tech will certainly be affected too. Trump's stance on TikTok has softened. Amazon and Trump have a rough relationship, and its unlikely that Trump will ease their FTC issues. Chapters 00:00 - The Impact of Trump's Presidency on E-Commerce 10:10 - Tariffs and Their Implications for E-Commerce 14:27 - Currency Fluctuations and Economic Strategies 18:15 - Big Tech and E-Commerce Dynamics 20:24 - Digital Taxes and Global Trade Relations As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, reach out to us at support@ecomcrew.com if you're interested.  Don’t forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. If you have any questions, send us an email at support@ecomcrew.com. We'd love to help you in any way we can.  Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    22 min
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An eCommerce podcast for store owners, hosted by 7-figure store owners Mike Jackness and Dave Bryant. We cover everything in eCommerce from Shopify, to Amazon FBA. From email marketing, to Facebook Ads. Never before has there been a podcast with store owners who are so candid. Subscribe to the Ecomcrew podcast today!

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    Mike Jackness and Dave Bryant | eCommerce, Shopify, and Amazon FBA Experts
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
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