Built by Business: Amazon FBA, E-Commerce, Brand Building

We are approaching spring time! Which means new brand launches, new lawn mowers, and a renewed energy as we head into Q2 of 2026!!!

In today's episode, I share some BTS of what we've been working on, the new launch that's coming and how many SKUs we're starting with, how to make sure you're finding the right supplier and a very important topic...

There is VALUE in VOLUME.

Take a listen!

All my content and resources found at: www.andyisom.com

It's been a crazy start to 2026 to say the least! My content has taken a dramatic shift but I'm having a lot of fun with it.

I have some BIG news that's been months in the works, but it's all coming to the forefront this year in 2026.

In today's episode I share my content journey, the 3 big brands I'm excited for in 2026, and how I'm getting back to making content creation fun again.

As always you can find my stuff at www.andyisom.com

Building an Amazon business doesn't require starting from scratch. In this episode of Built by Business, Andy breaks down The Piggyback Method with a micro-guest segment from the Zab Twins a smarter way to build an e-commerce brand by plugging into demand that already exists.

You'll learn why brand piggybacking beats retail and supplier models long term, how Amazon removes the hardest parts of starting a business, and why AI is making product launches faster, cheaper, and more accessible than ever.

This episode is perfect for Amazon sellers, aspiring e-commerce founders, and anyone stuck in analysis paralysis who wants a clearer path forward.

Visit www.weavos.io for a free Amazon brand audit and three custom action steps for your business.

Apply to Work with The Twins: https://www.thefbastartup.com/apply

The Zab Twins on IG: @thezabtwins

In this episode, I share some real results from our clients from a BUSY holiday season as well as updates on what I've been working on the past few weeks/months.

If you'd like to book a consulting call or learn how me and my team can help your e-commerce brand grow just visit www.weavos.io

Merry Christmas!

Forget arbitrage. Forget guessing what to private label next.

In this episode, Andy Isom sits down with Cajua Robinson to unpack the Brand-Direct Model — where sellers form exclusive wholesale partnerships with established brands and manage their Amazon presence on the brand's behalf.

We break down how these exclusive agreements work, what types of brands are ideal partners, how to structure deals that protect both sides, and why this model is one of the most sustainable paths for Amazon entrepreneurs in 2025.

If you've ever wanted to move beyond reseller chaos and build real relationships with brands — this episode is your playbook.

If you own a brand, connect with me here: www.andyisom.com

If you'd like to connect with Cajua Robinson for the brand direct opportunity you can find his resources here: https://www.youtube.com/@ecom.unlimited.podcast

China's still the factory of the world — but India is the new frontier for brand owners who think long-term.

In this episode of Built by Business with Andy Isom, we explore how sourcing in India can lower costs, improve compliance, and strengthen your brand story.

You'll learn from my special guest Lokesh Parashar "The India Expert" where the strengths and weaknesses lie with India.

If you're serious about diversifying your supply chain and future-proofing your business, this episode is your blueprint for sourcing smarter in 2025

Learn about my services: www.weavos.io

Connect with Lokesh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lokeshparashar/

If your ads are working but sales still lag, your problem isn't your product — it's your offer. In this episode of Built by Business with Andy Isom, we break down how offer design drives conversion and profit across Amazon and DTC.

Learn how to build an irresistible value stack, craft bundles that sell themselves, and apply platform-specific strategies that work on both marketplaces.

We'll explore the difference between Amazon's conversion-focused offers and DTC's story-driven offers — and how smart founders use both to win in 2025.

If you're serious about improving your listings, AOV, and overall profitability, this episode is your blueprint for mastering offer psychology.

All of my resources at: www.andyisom.com

In 2025, the fastest brands are the ones that win — not the biggest. In this episode of Built by Business with Andy Isom, we explore how brand velocity has become the new moat for Amazon and DTC brands alike.

Learn how to move faster without breaking your systems:

• Why Amazon rewards algorithmic speed (listing updates, PPC, inventory rhythm).

• Why DTC rewards creative speed (ads, offers, and landing pages).

• How to build your own "Velocity Stack" to outlearn and outsell your competitors.

Featuring a micro-guest from a brand operating on both Amazon and Shopify sharing how they built systems for speed.

Whether you're optimizing listings or scaling ad campaigns, this episode will help you grow faster — and smarter — in 2025.

Get a free brand audit here: www.weavos.io

In this exclusive Amazon Accelerate Interview, I sat down with Trevin Peterson, one of the most recognized voices in the Amazon FBA space, to unpack the evolution of Amazon Ads - from the early days of basic Sponsored Products to today's full-funnel, content-driven ad ecosystem.

Trevin shares how he went from discovering FBA in 2017 to building multiple 7-figure brands, and reveals the biggest shifts every seller needs to understand heading into 2025, including:

• Why video ads are the most undervalued opportunity on Amazon right now

• The difference between ACOS vs. TACOS (and why most sellers track the wrong metric)

• How to use Amazon Influencers and Creator Connections to boost conversions

• What makes Sponsored Brands and Sponsored Display essential for a complete ad funnel

• Why "trusting the process" matters when scaling profitably through PPC

Whether you're a beginner trying to understand Amazon advertising or a brand owner optimizing ad spend across multiple campaigns, this episode will help you see where the real leverage is hiding in 2025.

#AmazonAds #AmazonAccelerate2025 #Ad

Most Amazon sellers don't have a traffic problem - they have a listing problem.

In this episode of Built by Business with Andy Isom, we reveal why shoppers click but don't buy, the biggest mistakes inside your Amazon listing that quietly kill conversions, and how to fix them fast.

We'll talk about the 4 Leaks on Amazon Listings as well as the 6-Step Amazon Listing Checklist to make sure you don't leak too many customers.

Learn how to optimize your main image, A+ content, and offer structure to boost your conversion rate without spending more on PPC.

If you're running ads or managing your own storefront, this episode will help you turn clicks into conversions on Amazon's marketplace.

Get a free brand audit at www.weavos.io