Silent Sales Machine Radio

Jim Cockrum
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As of Spring 2026 voted a top 20 overall e-commerce podcast*! Also voted the #1 podcast for Amazon sellers**! The ONLY e-commerce podcast that features 100's of RECENT, REAL success story interviews with real people building great businesses online. Welcome to the most listened to and success filled Amazon seller and e-commerce podcast on the web! This is also the official podcast of the award winning ProvenAmazonCourse.com training course. Inside the free 84,000+ member Facebook group for fans of the show (SilentJim.com has a link) you'll MEET and INTERACT with an amazing community that uses the strategies taught on this show to grow incredible businesses. This show features "real people" from all walks of life who pull back the curtain on the struggles, victories and strategies that come with WORKING HARD to build a beautiful business online. Nothing worth having comes easy, but prepare to be inspired by those who are charting a course towards building an amazing business online. The hundreds of featured guests on the show are ProvenAmazonCourse.com students as well as some of the 7,000+ coaching students from our Ecommerce coaching program that's been operating with a great reputation since 2003. The host, Jim Cockrum (SilentJim.com) has had a reputation as one of the most credible sources of eCommerce strategy advice to be found since 1999. Bottom line: Regardless of experience level, you'll learn proven online business strategies on this show and become an Amazon selling NINJA! This show applies timeless, proven strategies to modern eCommerce challenges. This podcast is for anyone who is looking to build or start an online business the RIGHT way with advice from one of the most trusted names in online marketing. With over 6.3 million downloads on iTunes heading into 2025, you've found the right place to launch and grow the online business of your dreams. NOTE: This show and related content are not related to or endorsed by Amazon.com, nor are the success stories you'll hear representative of typical or average results you can expect. Results discussed are provided for demonstration of what is possible, but are not intended to imply that you'll achieve similar results. * **Pod Ranker ranking Spring 2026 and Golden Seller Awards

  1. 3d ago

    #1192: Everyone Says It's Too Late to Start on Amazon. They're Wrong.

    "It's too late to start on Amazon." You've heard it. You may have said it to yourself. It's the number one reason people research for six months and never send a single shipment.   In this episode, we take that fear apart. We get to the truth about what has actually changed on Amazon, what hasn't, and why "too late" is almost always "too scared."   In this episode: • Where the "too late" feeling really comes from, and why it shows up every single year • What actually changed on Amazon, and the part nobody mentions that still works in your favor • Why the fees-went-up, everyone's-already-doing-it story falls apart the moment you look closer • The small, low-risk way to start that takes the pressure off   If you've been waiting for the perfect moment, this one's for you.   Want access to our flagship Amazon software for $1 for 30 days? You can try 3P Mercury for a dollar right here: https://www.askjimmysmith.com/3pm   Looking for 1 on 1 or group coaching? Head over to https://www.silentjim.com/coaching to speak with our team   Show note LINKS:   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 84,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else

  2. Aug 20

    #1191: Attention Amazon sellers - It's time to talk about Walmart.com again

    Amazon gets over half of all e-commerce activity, but there's a smaller platform that's actually growing faster than Amazon right now. It's Walmart.com - and they are welcoming resellers!   Today's guest is a Walmart.com expert who works for CrazyVendor.io (a great sponsor of our TheProvenConference.com event).   She's also helped 100s of brands get successful traction on Walmart.com.   Today we interview her to discuss: >Walmart reselling opportunities >Getting paid to help brands get onto Walmart >How to refer her brand clients that want to get on Walmart and get paid >How to rank very well on Walmart when setting up new listings/brands >How to get coaching from us on Walmart (SilentJim.com/bookacall)   Come meet Michal at TheProvenConference.com   Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "Are Walmart policies changing and maturing?" Use coupon code "MISTAKE" to get your first month of services for only $1 with Jeff and his team!   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/rubS__hf3ps   Show note LINKS:   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - There's a "Walmart Selling" basic training course included in your pac membership! Get all our great training modules for $39/month   TheProvenConference.com - Come meet Michal at TheProvenConference in Vegas Aug 25-27!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else   CrazyVendor.io - The multichannel software Michal talks about today   Today's guest: Michal Chapnick

  3. Aug 17

    #1190: He started out as an Amazon reseller and found huge opportunity in the community!

    Today's episode is an interview with another successful Amazon seller from our community who built a great business and then he saw a need that many other sellers required.   He began small and grew to be a large supplier of reseller supplies - specifically, poly bags!   This is a great example of what happens when you get into our community and build relationships and solve the challenges that you and others are facing. There's always a way to expand and add to your income streams when you're in e-commerce!   Watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/uLIjsIe6bxs   Show note LINKS:   ILoveSupplies.com   3Pmercury.com/thirty - The world's first ever "Sourcing to Shipping" solution for Amazon resellers! Get 30 days trial and an onboarding session for $1   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   TheProvenConference.com/scholarship - Apply to attend the event in Las Vegas for a nominal registration fee, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors!   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a call with us to talk over coaching options!   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else

  4. Aug 13

    #1189: Do you want to get paid to lead online? Here are five lessons I've learned in growing the longest running e-commerce coaching company in the world.

    After selling $75 million in services, products and coaching over 24+ years and growing a robust, healthy, globally dispersed leadership team, I'm ready to start teaching others what I've learned about effective online leadership and influence.   If you've ever wanted to lead, influence, coach or grow a community of your own then this episode is for you. It's a peek behind the curtain and an invitation to come work closely with my son and I on a new adventure.   Trey Cockrum interviews his dad (me) on this episode and we talk about online leadership, coaching and the principles that have shaped our 24 years of success in this online arena. We discuss the biggest lessons learned after two decades of successfully teaching others how to lead online!   Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "What is a Section 3 Amazon seller audit, and is Amazon actually punishing sellers?" Use coupon code "MISTAKE" to get your first month of services for only $1 with Jeff and his team!   Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/leader   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   TheProvenConference.com/scholarship - Apply to attend the event in Las Vegas for a nominal registration fee, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors!   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a call with us to talk over coaching options!   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else

  5. Aug 10

    #1188: Skilled virtual assistants cost you 1/10th of what you'd pay in the U.S.

    Our platinum sponsor at TheProvenConference.com August 25-27th joins us today to talk about using virtual assistants to help automate your e-commerce journey.   Carter Maxwell, the founder of VAFastLane.com is our guest and he has a $500K amazon reselling business as well as a very successful company that finds and trains qualified VA's in the Philippines.   We discuss the ever improving landscape of opportunities for e-commerce warriors like YOU who understand that software and VA's can be a potent combo in giving you the income results you desire from your online income streams!   "Anything about your business that's tedious or repetitive that requires a computer should be managed by software or VA's!" Let's talk about it!   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/wfPSNg2ZDvk   Show note LINKS: VAFastLane.com - Build a structured operation with an Amazon-trained VA matched to the work slowing your growth. TheProvenConference.com - August 25-27th TheProvenConference.com/scholarship   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!   Today's guest: Carter Maxwell

  6. Jul 27

    #1187: This seller has had a front row seat to Amazon reselling since before day one! Meet SilentJim's mom!

    Today Jim's mom joins us on the show to talk about the impact of 3PMercury on Amazon reselling and encourage sellers on what's no possible!   If you didn't realize it, Judy Cockrum has been running Jim's online selling businesses for many years and she's quickly become one of the most valuable coaches on the team as well for those seeking to learn 3PMercury!   It's been a family affair for the Cockrum crew for over 20 years and Judy gives valuable insights and tips based on her years of experience in the Amazon reselling arena.   She discusses the evolution of Amazon reselling as 3Pmercury has changed the way sellers find opportunity and manage their businesses. We've come a long way from the days of managing spreadsheets and scanning barcodes as Amazon resellers and the latest strategies are making the game better all the time as the opportunity continues to explode!   Watch this episode on pour YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/7OkjfMHC35U   Don't forget to check out our episode sponsor, Sellerboard, our awesome sponsor - THE accurate profit analytics tool for Amazon sellers that helps you calculate your profit precisely, accounting for all hidden fees and in real time. Use our link and get a free trial: https://SilentJim.com/numbers    Show note LINKS:   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!     SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.     SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!   3PMercury 30 day FULL ACCESS $1 trial with a training session: 3pmercury.com/thirty Get the 3PMercury chrome extension (on screen calculator) free here: 3pmercury.com/extension   PrepCenterNetwork.com - A list of national prep centers we recommend   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   SilentJim.com/prepcentertraining - Learn to run a prep center in your spare space or how to prep more efficiently   Today's guest Judy Cockrum

  7. Jul 23

    #1186: Another coaching student crushing it and pursuing exciting ad-on opportunities

    Today we meet another very successful coaching student of ours who has built an incredible eight figure business on Amazon after going full-time a couple years ago. His specialty now is in going directly to brands to negotiate great deals. He shares the exact strategies he's using as well as the story of how it all came together.   He agrees that right now is arguably the best time ever to get into reselling with so many brands leaving the doors wide open for resellers - and more new brands coming on board Amazon constantly. The doors are wide open!   Don't forget to check out our episode sponsor, Sellerboard, our awesome sponsor - THE accurate profit analytics tool for Amazon sellers that helps you calculate your profit precisely, accounting for all hidden fees and in real time. Use our link and get a free trial: https://SilentJim.com/numbers    Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/dJx2-yVOhCE   Show note LINKS:   TheProvenConference.com - Learn more about our upcoming August 2026 event! The longest running annual event for Amazon sellers in the world!   TheProvenConference.com/scholarship - Apply to attend the event in Las Vegas for a nominal registration fee, thanks to the generosity of our sponsors!   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a call with us to talk over coaching options!   PrepCenterNetwork.com - Find a 3PL or prep center to avoid touching your own inventory!   SilentJim.com/prepcentertraining - Learn to run your own prep center using any spare space you have.   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else   Today's guest: Spencer Carlson

  8. Jul 20

    #1185: The five biggest developments in Amazon reselling right now

    There are big developments for Amazon resellers happening right now!   Here's a breakdown of what we cover on today's episode:   The world's first SOURCING to SHIPPING software is replacing loads of other tools! Get it for $1 for 30 days here (includes an onboarding session) 3pmercury.com/thrity The best "on screen calculator" for Amazon sellers is also the only FREE, fully functioning tool! This is the greatest freebie ever for Amazon sellers! 3pmercury.com/extension A VP at the largest trade show in the U.S. was just on our podcast telling us why TheProvenConference.com + ASD is the biggest event of the year for sellers! We are doing our bootcamp again starting July 21st - you MUST seen the results our students got last week the first time we did this. Register and see their results here: SilentJim.com/bootcamp For years we've ONLY offered one-on-one coaching, but we now offer GROUP TRAINING as well. Set up a call to discuss this here: SilentJim.com/bookacall   Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/m132Q3Ls4dY   Show note LINKS:   3PMercury 30 day FULL ACCESS $1 trial with a training session - 3pmercury.com/thirty   Get the 3PMercury chrome extension (on screen calculator) free here - 3pmercury.com/extension   August 25-27th - TheProvenConference.com August 24 Pre-event one day "laptops open" workshop: TheProvenConference.com/mbw   SilentJim.com/bootcamp  - Jimmy Smith's 3 Day workshop!   ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training, including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!   SilentJim.com/kickstart  - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started, then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.   SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit SilentJim.com/free11   SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options.   My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world!

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As of Spring 2026 voted a top 20 overall e-commerce podcast*! Also voted the #1 podcast for Amazon sellers**! The ONLY e-commerce podcast that features 100's of RECENT, REAL success story interviews with real people building great businesses online. Welcome to the most listened to and success filled Amazon seller and e-commerce podcast on the web! This is also the official podcast of the award winning ProvenAmazonCourse.com training course. Inside the free 84,000+ member Facebook group for fans of the show (SilentJim.com has a link) you'll MEET and INTERACT with an amazing community that uses the strategies taught on this show to grow incredible businesses. This show features "real people" from all walks of life who pull back the curtain on the struggles, victories and strategies that come with WORKING HARD to build a beautiful business online. Nothing worth having comes easy, but prepare to be inspired by those who are charting a course towards building an amazing business online. The hundreds of featured guests on the show are ProvenAmazonCourse.com students as well as some of the 7,000+ coaching students from our Ecommerce coaching program that's been operating with a great reputation since 2003. The host, Jim Cockrum (SilentJim.com) has had a reputation as one of the most credible sources of eCommerce strategy advice to be found since 1999. Bottom line: Regardless of experience level, you'll learn proven online business strategies on this show and become an Amazon selling NINJA! This show applies timeless, proven strategies to modern eCommerce challenges. This podcast is for anyone who is looking to build or start an online business the RIGHT way with advice from one of the most trusted names in online marketing. With over 6.3 million downloads on iTunes heading into 2025, you've found the right place to launch and grow the online business of your dreams. NOTE: This show and related content are not related to or endorsed by Amazon.com, nor are the success stories you'll hear representative of typical or average results you can expect. Results discussed are provided for demonstration of what is possible, but are not intended to imply that you'll achieve similar results. * **Pod Ranker ranking Spring 2026 and Golden Seller Awards

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  • Creator
    Jim Cockrum
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.2K
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 1999 - 2026 SilentJim.com
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    Silent Sales Machine Radio