The Ecomcrew Ecommerce Podcast

Mike Jackness and Dave Bryant | eCommerce, Shopify, and Amazon FBA Experts
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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!

  1. 1D AGO

    E634: How Much Are China Tariffs NOW?

    Confused about tariffs? You're not alone. Here's what the latest ruling means for your bottom line. In this episode, Dave dives into what the latest rulings are, what the real impact on your costs are, and what might be coming up in the next few months.    Thinking about taking some risk off the table? Or are you looking at taking an extended break from e-commerce in general? Know what your e-commerce business is worth with Quiet Light Brokerage.      E-commerce stocks jumped Friday after the Supreme Court struck down most of President Donald Trump's global tariffs, providing relief to online retailers that have been forced to raise prices and alter supply chains.   But is this truly the end of Trump's tariffs?    In today's podcast, Dave dives into what the final tariffs are, what the tariffs may look like in the future, and what changed.  Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to Tariff Changes and Impact 00:29 - Overview of Recent Tariff Legal Rulings 00:55 - How Tariffs Affect Your Import Costs 01:24 - The Role of Quiet Light Brokerage in Business Stability 02:55 - Winners and Losers from Tariff Rulings 03:23 - The Fate of Section 301 Tariffs 04:20 - Tariffs on China and the Trade Truce 05:18 - Average Tariff Rates Before and After the 15% Global Tariff 06:16 - Duration and Future of the 15% Global Tariff 07:09 - US-China Trade Ceasefire and Negotiations 08:33 - China's Negotiating Leverage Post-Ruling 09:58 - Implications for US Trade Partners: Canada and Mexico 10:52 - Tariff Refunds and DDP Shipments 13:16 - Summary and Final Thoughts on Tariff Planning As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested.   Don't forget to leave us a review over on iTunes if you enjoy content like this. Happy selling and we'll talk to you soon!

    14 min

  2. FEB 23

    E633: I Snuck Into Alibaba's China HQ

    Dave talks about his experience sneaking into Alibaba's headquarters in Hangzhou, China, delving into its history, operations, and the broader Chinese e-commerce landscape. He also shares insights on Alibaba's innovation, working conditions, and the rise of Chinese e-commerce brands, contrasting them with Western markets. Thinking about taking some risk off the table? Or are you looking at taking an extended break from e-commerce in general? Know what your e-commerce business is worth with Quiet Light Brokerage.    I screwed up.  I was scheduled to go to one of Amazon's biggest conferences in China but there was one big problem. I got the dates wrong. Their security guards were doing their job and I couldn't sneak my way into the conference despite having a ticket to the conference the day after.  So what do I do? I snuck into Alibaba instead, like any normal person.  In this episode, I talk about the things I saw while sneaking into the Alibaba HQ in Hangzhou, China. I learned how Alibaba's working conditions look like, how Alibaba grows their local brands, and how any mention of Jack Ma got erased from Alibaba.   Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and Conference Mishap 01:27 - Visit to Alibaba's Headquarters 02:13 - Background on Alibaba and Chinese E-commerce 03:40 - Alibaba's Evolution and Market Dominance 05:32 - Taobao vs Amazon: The Largest E-commerce Platform 07:30 - Jack Ma's Influence and Controversy 09:25 - Inside Alibaba's Modern Headquarters 10:52 - Language and Leadership at Alibaba 12:47 - Jack Ma's Public Silence and Censorship 15:06 - Working Conditions in China 17:32 - Alibaba's E-commerce Incubator and Innovation 19:50 - Chinese E-commerce Brands and Innovation 21:40 - Cultural Insights and Social Media in China 23:07 - Elon Musk's Popularity in China Resources Mentioned Quiet Light Brokerage Alibaba Official Website Taobao Jack Ma Elon Musk As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested. Don't forget to leave us a review over on iTunes if you enjoy content like this. Happy selling and we'll talk to you soon!

    24 min

  3. FEB 16

    E632: Amazon's Stock is Cratering - Here's What Happened

    In this episode, Dave explores the recent decline in Amazon's stock price, analyzing the company's quarterly results and e-commerce performance. Despite a drop in stock value, Amazon's e-commerce growth remains strong, with significant increases in third-party seller services and advertising revenue. The discussion also covers Amazon's strategic investments in AI and delivery speed, as well as the expansion of grocery services and the introduction of Amazon Hall to compete with other platforms. Takeaways Amazon's stock has dropped nearly 10% recently. Despite stock decline, e-commerce growth is strong at 8%. AWS revenue growth is at its highest in years. FBA fees are increasing, indicating more third-party seller activity. Amazon is focusing on same-day grocery delivery expansion. Rufus, Amazon's AI shopping assistant, is a key strategy. Amazon Hall aims to compete with low-cost Chinese platforms. Delivery speed improvements are crucial for customer satisfaction. Advertising revenue is becoming a significant part of Amazon's income. Overall e-commerce resilience is promising for sellers. Titles Amazon's Stock Plunge: What It Means for E-commerce Quarterly Insights: Amazon's Performance Breakdown  sound bites "Amazon stock is absolutely cratering." "AWS revenue was up 24%." "FBA fees were up 10% for the quarter." Chapters 00:00 Amazon's Stock Decline and Market Overview 03:05 Quarterly Results and E-commerce Performance 05:55 Capital Expenditures and AI Investments 08:46 E-commerce Growth and Third-Party Seller Services 12:01 Delivery Speed and Grocery Expansion 15:10 AI Shopping Assistants and Amazon's Strategy 17:58 Amazon Hall and Competitive Landscape

    22 min

  4. FEB 2

    E631: The 3 Ways Steve Chou Grew His Business with AI

    In this episode, Steve talks about the 3 ways he grew his business with AI and how both Steve and Dave currently integrate AI in their e-commerce businesses to improve their Shopify stores. They talk about how AI can enhance on-site search, improve product recommendations, identify B2B customers, and maybe even improve customer support.  Steve Chou from My Wife Quit Her Job is back on the podcast!  He's on the podcast to talk about how he incorporates AI into his e-commerce business, how he created custom plugins specifically, and the projects he's working on to increase revenue in his business.  If you're looking into ways you can diversify outside of Amazon, this episode is for you. Sign up for Seller's Summit and catch Mike and Dave in person! You'll be part of an intimate Mastermind session, attending interesting talks with practical strategies and you get to catch up with Mike and Dave in person.   Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to AI in E-commerce 02:59 - Understanding Traffic Sources and Sales 06:11 - Enhancing On-Site Search with AI 08:54 - Leveraging AI for Product Recommendations 11:53 - Identifying B2B Customers with AI 14:48 - The Future of Customer Support with AI 18:07 - AI's Impact on Amazon and E-commerce 21:08 - Conclusion and Seller Summit Details As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested. Don't forget to leave us a review over on iTunes if you enjoy content like this. Happy selling and we'll talk to you soon!

    42 min

  5. JAN 28

    E630: The Winners of EcomCrew's 2025 Software Poll

    Dave discusses the results of Ecomcrew's 6th Annual Amazon Software Poll — emphasizing the biggest changes in the Amazon software landscape, including the closing down of many popular tools and the cutthroat industry of Amazon software services.  It's that time of the year again! In this episode, Dave will be revealing the winners (a couple of which you might not have expected) of last year's survey to find out the Best Amazon Seller Software across five categories: Product and Keyword Research PPC Management Reimbursement Services Repricing Tool Product Launch and Marketing On top of that, he'll be talking about why some categories have lost a significant amount of entries, the significant shifts in software usage among sellers, and what he's surprised to see in the results. Let's get right into it: Timestamps: 00:00 - The State of Amazon Software in 2025 02:47 - Poll Results: Key Insights and Trends 06:11 - The Rise and Fall of Software Tools 08:57 - Community Engagement and Membership Trends Don't forget to leave us a review over on iTunes if you enjoy content like this. Happy selling and we'll talk to you soon!

    13 min

  6. JAN 12

    E629: Warning! The Affiliate Marketers Are Coming to Ecom

    Dave talks about his experience from attending Affiliate World Asia, and highlights how a lot of affiliate marketers are moving towards e-commerce due to the challenges in their industry. He talks about the differences between affiliate and e-commerce entrepreneurs, their odd advertising strategies, and some of the concerning things he saw at Affiliate World Asia.  Dave recently attended Affiliate World Asia in Bangkok back in December, and what he saw there was interesting, to say the least.  There were a lot of affiliate marketers recommending to move to e-commerce and a lot of suspicious and black hat strategies being peddled to the masses.  In this episode, he covers everything he observed while also having a run in with the Chinese Mafia.  Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Affiliate World Asia 02:14 - Differences Between Affiliate and E-commerce Entrepreneurs 05:58 - Affiliate Marketing Strategies in E-commerce 09:51 - Innovative Advertising Techniques 12:17 - Ethical Concerns in Affiliate Marketing 14:36 - A Run-in with the Chinese Mafia As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested. Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    20 min

  7. 12/29/2025

    E628: Don't Trust Your Suppliers? This Can Help

    In this episode, Mike Babbitt from Synovus is on the podcast to talk about the inherent risks associated with importing goods, and how you can reduce that risk especially when starting with new suppliers. He shares various strategies to illustrate these challenges, and the importance of understanding the international trade landscape.   Mike Babbitt, Synovus's Head of Trade and Supply Chain Finance Origination, is on the podcast today to talk about the various risks that importers (and exporters) are facing in 2025 and 2026 and how you as an importer can protect yourself when importing.    Mike also talks about the various trends he's observed over the years and how we're slowly moving to a "just right" inventory model.    If you're looking to expand your product portfolio with new suppliers, this episode may be for you.    Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction to International Trade and Sonovus Bank 02:56 - Understanding Risks in Importing and Exporting 05:55 - Mitigating Risks with Letters of Credit 09:02 - Practical Scenarios for Using Letters of Credit 11:55 - Exploring Trade Financing Mechanisms 14:57 - Current Trends in Importing and Exporting 17:54 - Reconfiguring Supply Chains and Reshoring 21:06 - Economic Outlook and Consumer Confidence 24:01 - Conclusion and Contact Information Mike, thanks for coming on the podcast. If you'd like to reach out to Mike, you can check him out on his LinkedIn page here.   As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested.   Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content.   Thanks for listening!   Until next time, happy selling!

    29 min

  8. 12/17/2025

    E627: Big Changes in Amazon Software this Year

    Amazon software has changed a lot recently. AI tools, reimbursement services, and product launch software have all been affected in the past year with Amazon suddenly introducing their own tools and undercutting these services.  Grab a chance to win an annual membership to Ecomcrew Premium by voting for your favorite Amazon software tools here!   The Big Takeaway Amazon software has gone through some massive changes this year. Helium 10's affiliate program has eliminated lifetime commissions. Jungle Scout has shifted focus to enterprise customers. Amazon's new reimbursement policies have greatly affected third-party reimbursement services. Chinese software tools are becoming more competitive in the market. AI integration in Amazon tools is still limited. With growing competition, the software space is becoming commoditized with lower prices. There is also a growing trend of rebate services returning to the market. Timestamps 00:00 - The State of Amazon Software in 2025 05:00 - Helium 10's Affiliate Program Changes 10:04 - Jungle Scout's Shift to Enterprise 15:06 - Amazon's New Reimbursement Policies 16:41 - The Rise of Chinese Software Tools As always, if you have any questions or anything that you need help with, leave a comment down below if you're interested. Don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes if you enjoy our content. Thanks for listening! Until next time, happy selling!

    17 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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  • Creator
    Mike Jackness and Dave Bryant | eCommerce, Shopify, and Amazon FBA Experts
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    631
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    The Ecomcrew Ecommerce Podcast

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