In this episode of Built by Business, we break down the new 55% tariff President Trump just announced on Chinese imports. If you sell on Amazon or source any products from China, this could directly impact your margins, pricing, and product viability.

We cover the details of the announcement, market reactions, how to audit your supply chain for risk, and what actions to take immediately to protect your profits. Don’t wait for your next shipment to surprise you, get proactive.

All my resources can be found here: www.andyisom.com

Is your e-commerce brand stuck—despite your nonstop hustle? You might not be underfunded. You might be under-focused. In this episode of Built by Business, Andy Isom walks founders through a real-time audit to identify if you are the bottleneck in your brand’s growth.

From split-channel confusion to delegation traps, you’ll learn where most brand owners waste time, what clarity really looks like, and how to restructure your focus to unlock real growth.

Perfect for Amazon and DTC founders who are doing “all the things” but seeing half the results.

Book a free brand audit at www.weavos.io or DM Andy “audit” on Instagram.

Amazon has officially begun testing humanoid delivery robots in San Francisco—and it’s not science fiction. In this episode of Built by Business, Andy Isom unpacks what this groundbreaking pilot means for the future of last-mile delivery and how it could transform e-commerce logistics as we know it.

Learn why Amazon is betting big on automation, how it’s rewriting the cost and consistency model of delivery, and why third-party sellers and DTC brands alike need to adapt fast—or get outpaced.

Whether you're running your own 3PL or relying on FBA, this episode will shift how you think about fulfillment forever.

Book a free brand audit at www.weavos.io or DM “audit” to Andy on Instagram.

Most Amazon sellers try to compete on price, reviews, or ad spend. But in 2025, the smartest brands are avoiding direct competition altogether—and winning with better positioning. In this episode, Andy Isom breaks down the “zero-opposition” framework to help sellers stand out, carve uncontested niches, and build brands that convert on the strength of their identity—not just their specs.

Learn how to identify unique angles, tap into overlooked personas, and optimize your listing for differentiation—not commoditization. Plus, hear real-world examples from Andy’s agency and prompts to help you reposition your own product today.

Get a free Amazon brand audit at www.weavos.io

When you become a parent, everything about business changes—especially how you manage time, make decisions, and define success.

In this episode of Built by Business, Andy shares what operating a business looks like after the first kid. From scheduling deep work around nap time to redefining business goals with your family in mind, this is a real look at fatherhood and entrepreneurship.

All my resources: www.andyisom.com

Most founders quit in year one—not because their business can’t work, but because they burn out right before it starts to.

In this episode of Built by Business, Andy unpacks the “One Year Rule”—why everything feels so hard in months 1–9, and what actually starts to click after 12 months in the game. From building momentum to trusting your process, this episode is for anyone stuck in the messy middle wondering if it’s time to quit—or time to double down.

All my resources: www.andyisom.com

DTC brands are facing a brutal reality in 2025—skyrocketing ad costs, shrinking trust in influencers, and declining performance from email and SMS. Meanwhile, Amazon continues to provide profitable, scale-ready infrastructure for e-commerce brands who know how to leverage it.

In this episode, Andy breaks down why Amazon is becoming the safer bet for brand builders in today’s economy and how to rethink your channel mix for long-term success.

All my resources: www.andyisom.com

Amazon PPC in 2025 doesn’t have to be complicated. In this episode of Built by Business, Andy Isom breaks down the simplest ad funnel that still works for profitable growth on Amazon.

You’ll learn how to structure your campaigns using a three-stage funnel—discovery, conversion, and defense—while avoiding the over-complication that kills budgets. From auto campaigns to exact match winners, Andy reveals the weekly habits and optimizations his agency uses to lower TACoS and boost profit.

Perfect for brand owners, agency managers, or solo sellers looking to clean up their ad accounts in 2025.

Get your Free Amazon Brand Audit at www.weavos.io or DM Andy "audit" on social.

Most Amazon FBA sellers say they’re building to exit—but few are building a brand someone actually wants to buy.

Ryan Condie from QuietLight joins as a micro-guest to share real-world insights from buying and selling dozens of brands. He reveals the hidden red flags that kill deals—and what sellers can do now to prepare for a successful exit in the next 12–24 months.

In this episode, Andy and Ryan break down what buyers really care about when evaluating e-commerce brands for acquisition in 2025. From clean financials and profit margins to platform diversification and operational independence, you’ll learn what makes or breaks your brand’s valuation.

If you’re serious about building a sellable Amazon or e-commerce brand, this episode gives you the blueprint.

Reach out to [email protected] for a no-hassle, no-strings-attached valuation call. He's helped 7 entrepreneurs exit this year already. 

Book your free Amazon brand audit at www.weavos.io to get 3 custom action steps to increase your brand’s value and exit potential.

Amazon SEO isn’t just about your title and backend keywords. One of the most underrated ways to increase traffic and conversions is through your product Q&A section—and most sellers are completely overlooking it.

In this episode, Andy Isom breaks down how Amazon’s A10 algorithm rewards listings with depth and clarity, and why the Q&A box on your listing might be your best SEO asset in 2025. You’ll learn a simple Q&A strategy, how to craft keyword-rich responses, and how real brands like Millennial Medical and ShedRx turned listing content into growth.

If you want more traffic without spending more on ads, this episode gives you the playbook.

Get your Free Amazon Brand Audit at www.weavos.io

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