Most Amazon sellers hustle hard to build cash flow. Very few know what to do next.

Nick Huber calls it The Hamster Wheel: running faster, working harder... but not actually building lasting wealth.

In today’s episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic sit down with Nick Huber. An entrepreneur, author of The Sweaty Startup, and expert at turning boring businesses into million-dollar empires.

We break down:

• How to reinvest your Amazon profits smartly (even if you’re still scrappy)

• Why “boring” businesses are your secret weapon for long-term success

• How Nick would grow wealth if he were starting over with $50K–$200K a year from Amazon

• The “10 Minute Drill” Nick uses to vet every new business idea

• Why self-funding your growth changes everything (and how to balance risk)

• How to build leverage — systems, people, and partnerships — without losing control

• Personal brand building tips to attract deal flow and talent (even if you’re introverted)

If you’ve ever felt trapped — like you're grinding but not getting closer to true financial freedom — this episode is a must-watch.

Because reinvesting wisely beats hustling forever.

👉 Grab a copy of Nick’s book, The Sweaty Startup: How to Get Rich Doing Boring Things and don't forget to COMMENT on the video. Chris is giving away 10 FREE copies to random commenters!

The Sweaty Startup on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4iGGeoL

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• www.sweatystartup.com

• www.nickhuber.com

• www.sweatystartupbook.com

• www.somewhere.com

• www.boltstorage.com

• www.recostseg.com

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• www.boldseo.com

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• www.titanrisk.com

• www.recruitjet.com

• www.hubermethod.com

• www.x.com/sweatystartup

• www.instagram.com/sweatystartup

• www.linkedin.com/in/sweatystartup

• www.youtube.com/sweatystartup

• www.tiktok.com/sweatystartup

• www.threads.net/@sweatystartup.com

• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nick-huber-show/id1576120606

• https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sweaty-startup/id1445260221

• Link to buy the book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4iGGeoL

• Link to buy the book in the UK: https://bit.ly/422njPW

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro to the Clear the Shelf Podcast and Nick Huber’s Background

02:10 – Why Amazon Sellers Should Listen: Turning Cashflow into Wealth

04:25 – How Nick Got Started: Humble Beginnings with a Moving Company

08:30 – Overcoming Doubters and Internal Criticism as an Entrepreneur

13:45 – The Power of Getting Small Wins Early in Your Business Journey

18:10 – Why the Best Opportunities Are “Sweaty” and Boring

22:50 – The Mindset Shift: From Hustler to Long-Term Business Owner

28:15 – When and How to Reinvest Your Amazon Profits the Smart Way

32:30 – Why Cashflow Businesses are Step One, Not the Destination

37:05 – Lessons From Growing Storage Squad to 10,000+ Customers

41:20 – Biggest Mistakes Amazon Sellers Make Trying to Scale

46:10 – How to Spot Overlooked Opportunities in Boring Industries

50:30 – The Ten Minute Drill: How Nick Evaluates New Business Ideas

54:45 – Building a Personal Brand to Attract Deal Flow and Talent

59:10 – Lightning Round: Best $1,000 Investment, Favorite Business Book

1:03:40 – Closing Thoughts + Free Book Giveaway: The Sweaty Startup

These are the 17 things we wish someone told us sooner.In this episode of Clear the Shelf, we’re sharing 17 tips that will make you a better Amazon seller—whether you’re flipping retail arbitrage finds, sniping online deals, or building wholesale systems.No fluff. Just hard-earned lessons, quick wins, and next-level strategies like:A sourcing tip that will instantly increase your ROIOne Keepa trick you probably aren't usingWhat most sellers get wrong about "replenishables"How to avoid common mistakes in Q4And much more…Whether you’re scaling up or just starting out, these 17 tips could save you time, money, and a few gray hairs.-------------------- RESOURCES FOR YOU: 🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog) 🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy 🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com 🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge 🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge 🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension 🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND: ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/ ✅ Seller365 - https://oachallenge.com/seller-365✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy FOLLOW US: 🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic --------------------

She quit her corporate job… and now does $1.5M a year selling on Amazon.No warehouse. No team. No private label headaches.Just online arbitrage.Cris Beam left her 9-to-5 in 2020 and started flipping products on Amazon the next day. Fast forward a few years, and she’s running a one-woman, seven-figure empire—outpacing sellers who have massive teams and warehouses.How did she do it?In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic sit down with Cris Beam to break down:• How she scaled to $1.5M a year selling on Amazon• Why arbitrage STILL works in 2025• How she went from $6K to $100K+ months• Her favorite sourcing tools & strategies for flips• The biggest mistakes new sellers make (and how to avoid them)Cris reveals everything—her sourcing workflow, the obstacles she faced, and the decisions that took her from a beginner to a $1.5M/year seller.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:

🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)

🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy

🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com

🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge

🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge

🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking

SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/

✅ Seller365 - https://oachallenge.com/seller-365

✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts

✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html

✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy

FOLLOW US:

🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction: How Cris Beam Built a $1.5M Arbitrage Business

3:45 - Cris’s Background: From Corporate Job to Full-Time Amazon Seller

7:20 - Why Retail Arbitrage Still Works in 2025

11:10 - The First Steps to Scaling Retail Arbitrage Past Six Figures

15:35 - Tools & Software Cris Uses to Find Profitable Products

19:50 - How to Spot the Right Products in Retail Stores

24:10 - The Biggest Retail Arbitrage Mistakes New Sellers Make

28:30 - How to Manage Cash Flow & Avoid Overextending Your Budget

33:00 - The Credit Card Strategy That Changed Cris’s Business

37:40 - Sourcing Hacks: How to Maximize Profits in Retail Arbitrage

42:15 - The Role of Amazon Loans & Business Credit in Scaling

46:50 - How to Stay Competitive Without Dropping Prices

51:25 - Balancing Inventory Levels & Managing Risk in Retail Arbitrage

55:40 - The Best Stores for Retail Arbitrage in 2025

1:00:10 - How Cris Handles Prep & Shipping Without a Warehouse

1:04:35 - The Importance of Tracking Metrics & Staying Profitable

1:08:50 - The Mindset Shift That Took Cris from $6K to $100K+ Months

1:13:10 - Final Advice for Anyone Starting or Scaling Retail Arbitrage

1:18:25 - Closing Thoughts & Where to Follow Cris’s Journey

Grab a FREE 14-day Trial of Seller365 Here: https://oachallenge.com/seller-365

Yoda Yee, CEO of Threecolts, is leading one of the biggest software companies in the Amazon space—owning tools like Tactical Arbitrage, InventoryLab, Smart Repricer, FeedbackWhiz, and more.In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, we sit down with Yoda to discuss:• The future of Amazon seller software & automation• Amazon’s latest API changes & how they impact YOUR business• How AI, repricing, & smarter data will change selling in 2025• Why Amazon is actually listening to sellers (and what’s improving soon)• How Threecolts is bundling its software to save sellers THOUSANDSWe also ask him some tough questions about the mis-steps Threecolts has taken in the past and what they've learned from it and how that affects their decision making going forward.Drop a comment below:

What’s the biggest challenge you face with Amazon software?-

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:

🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)

🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy

🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com

🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge

🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge

🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking

SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/

✅ Seller365 - https://oachallenge.com/seller-365

✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts

✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html

✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy

FOLLOW US:

🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf

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0:00 - Introduction: Yoda Yee & the Future of Amazon Selling

3:30 - What is Threecolts? The Software Powerhouse for Amazon Sellers

7:45 - Why Amazon Sellers Need Automation & Data-Driven Tools

12:10 - How Threecolts Acquired Tactical Arbitrage, InventoryLab & More

16:40 - The Biggest Challenges Amazon Sellers Face Today

21:15 - Understanding Amazon API Changes & How They Affect Sellers

25:50 - How AI & Machine Learning Are Changing Repricing & Automation

30:20 - The Future of Dynamic Repricing & Competitive Strategies

34:50 - How Smart Repricer Gives Sellers a Competitive Edge

39:30 - Scaling an Amazon Business with Software & Smart Data

44:15 - Why Amazon is Actually Listening to Sellers (And What’s Changing)

48:40 - How to Protect Your Seller Account & Avoid Suspensions

53:20 - The Role of Feedback & Review Automation in Seller Success

58:10 - How Bundled Software Can Save Sellers Thousands

1:03:45 - The Most Common Mistakes Amazon Sellers Make with Software

1:08:30 - When Should Amazon Sellers Start Using Advanced Tools?

1:13:20 - How Threecolts Plans to Innovate the Seller Software Space

1:18:15 - What’s Next for Amazon Sellers in 2025?

1:23:50 - The Future of Wholesale & Arbitrage in the Amazon Ecosystem

1:28:25 - Yoda Yee’s Best Advice for Sellers Looking to Scale

1:33:40 - How Threecolts is Helping Sellers Maximize Profitability

1:38:20 - The Importance of Data & Analytics for Long-Term Success

1:43:10 - Final Thoughts: What Every Seller Needs to Do Right Now

1:47:30 - Closing Remarks & Where to Learn More About Threecolts

$300,000 a month.That’s $3.6 million a year from mostly retail arbitrage—walking into stores, scanning products, and flipping them on Amazon.Sounds insane, right?But Steve French and his wife did it. And they did it without a big team, without a warehouse, and while raising a family.In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic sit down with Steve to break down every step of how he scaled his retail arbitrage business to $300K per month and what YOU need to do if you want to follow in his footsteps.What you’ll learn in this episode:✔️ How Steve got started with retail arbitrage—and why it still works in 2025✔️ The exact strategies he uses to scale RA past six figures a month✔️ How much money you ACTUALLY need to start a serious RA business✔️ The biggest mistakes new RA sellers make (and how to avoid them)✔️ How to make high-ticket RA flips without worrying about price tanking✔️ Scaling without burnout: The systems that keep Steve’s business running smoothlyWhether you’re brand new to online arbitrage, retail arbitrage, or wholesale, or you’re looking to take your Amazon FBA business to the next level, this episode is packed with real, actionable insights from one of the most successful RA sellers in the game.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:

🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)

🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy

🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com

🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge

🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge

🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking

SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/

✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12

✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive

✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts

✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html

✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy

FOLLOW US:

🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf

🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic

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0:00 - Introduction: How Steve Built a $300K/Month Retail Arbitrage Business

3:45 - Steve’s Background: How He Got Started in Retail Arbitrage

7:30 - Why Retail Arbitrage Still Works in 2025

11:15 - The Turning Point: Scaling from Side Hustle to Full-Time Income

15:50 - Tools and Strategies Steve Uses for Retail Arbitrage

20:10 - How to Identify Profitable Products in Stores

24:30 - Managing Inventory & Staying Organized at Scale

29:15 - How Steve Handles Repricing & Avoids Price Wars

34:00 - The Role of Sales Rank & Keepa in Sourcing Smart

38:45 - How to Handle Returns and Minimize Risk in Retail Arbitrage

43:20 - Common Mistakes RA Sellers Make & How to Avoid Them

47:50 - Balancing Retail Arbitrage with Family & Personal Life

52:10 - The Best Stores for Retail Arbitrage in 2025

57:00 - How Steve Finds High-Ticket Retail Arbitrage Flips

1:02:15 - How Much Money You Need to Start a Profitable RA Business

1:06:30 - The Mindset Needed to Scale to $300K/Month

1:11:45 - When to Outsource Prep & Shipping in Retail Arbitrage

1:16:10 - Steve’s Best Advice for New RA Sellers

1:21:40 - How to Adapt to Amazon’s Constant Changes

1:26:20 - The Future of Retail Arbitrage & Where It’s Headed

1:30:45 - Final Thoughts: The Most Important Lessons from Steve’s Journey

1:36:20 - Closing Remarks & Where to Follow Steve’s Journey

Amazon FBA Wholesale is changing in 2025. Are you ready?If you’ve been thinking about switching from retail arbitrage or online arbitrage to wholesale, or you’re just starting your Amazon journey, this episode of podcast will get you started and make you dangerous..We sit down with Cory Ganim, an Amazon wholesale seller doing multiple seven figures per year, to break down exactly how to get started, land profitable wholesale accounts, and scale your business the right way.What you’ll learn in this episode:✔️ What is Amazon wholesale & how does it compare to arbitrage?✔️ How much money do you need to start wholesale?✔️ How to find and contact legitimate wholesale suppliers✔️ The biggest mistakes new wholesale sellers make (and how to avoid them)✔️ How to scale to six and seven figures WITHOUT a huge team✔️ The truth about Section 3 suspensions & how to protect your business

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:

🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)

🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy

🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com

🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge

🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge

🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking

SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/

✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12

✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive

✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts

✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html

✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy

FOLLOW US:

🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf

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0:00 - Introduction: How to Start Amazon FBA Wholesale in 2025
3:15 - What is Amazon Wholesale? Understanding the Business Model
7:30 - Why Wholesale Over Retail Arbitrage? Key Differences Explained
11:45 - How Much Money Do You Need to Start Wholesale on Amazon?
15:20 - Finding Legitimate Wholesale Suppliers: Where to Look
19:10 - How to Contact Suppliers & Get Approved for Wholesale Accounts
23:40 - Setting Up Your Amazon Seller Account for Wholesale Success
28:15 - Wholesale Pricing & Profit Margins: What to Expect
32:45 - The Biggest Mistakes Beginners Make in Amazon Wholesale
37:00 - How to Handle Brand Restrictions & Account Approvals
41:25 - Understanding Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs) & Bulk Purchasing
46:00 - How to Negotiate with Suppliers for Better Pricing
50:35 - Inventory Management: How Much Stock Should You Buy?
54:50 - The Role of Prep Centers in Scaling a Wholesale Business
59:20 - Scaling to Six and Seven Figures: What It Really Takes
1:03:45 - Avoiding Section 3 Suspensions & Protecting Your Amazon Account
1:08:30 - Tools & Software Every Wholesale Seller Should Use
1:13:10 - How to Reinvent Your Business as Wholesale Evolves
1:17:40 - Long-Term Strategies for Success in Amazon Wholesale
1:22:00 - Final Thoughts: The Future of Wholesale Selling on Amazon in 2025

Join Seller Basics Here: https://cleartheshelf.com/sellerbasics

Amazon sellers, your account is more vulnerable than you think.

IP complaints, suspensions, account holds, and legal disputes—if you don’t know how to protect yourself, you’re playing with fire.

In this episode of the pod, Chris Grant and Chris Racic sit down with Paul Rafelson, a top e-commerce attorney and founder of Seller Basics, to expose the legal pitfalls Amazon sellers face—and how to fight back.

What’s inside this episode:

✔️ Why Amazon suspends sellers & how to prevent it

✔️ The truth about IP complaints & false counterfeit claims

✔️ How Amazon legally justifies holding seller funds and inventory

✔️ What to do if your ASIN or account gets suspended

✔️ The secret Amazon doesn’t want you to know—how to use politicians to apply pressure

✔️ Why arbitrage sellers aren’t going anywhere (despite the private label crowd screaming otherwise)Paul has defended Amazon sellers in courtrooms, boardrooms, and even Washington D.C.

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:

🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)

🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy

🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com

🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge

🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge

🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking

SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/

✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12

✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive

✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts

✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html

✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy

FOLLOW US:

🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf

🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic

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0:00 - Introduction: Paul Rafelson & Why Every Amazon Seller Needs Legal Protection

4:10 - The Biggest Legal Threats Amazon Sellers Face in 2025

8:30 - Why Amazon Suspends Seller Accounts Without Warning

12:45 - Understanding IP Complaints & How to Fight False Claims

17:15 - How Brands Abuse Amazon’s Intellectual Property System

21:50 - The Dark Side of Amazon’s Arbitrary Account Suspensions

26:30 - Why Amazon Holds Seller Funds & What You Can Do About It

31:10 - The Risks of Selling Name Brands on Amazon (And How to Avoid Trouble)

35:50 - Why Arbitrage Sellers Are Targeted (But Not Going Anywhere)

40:15 - The Truth About Amazon’s Arbitration Process & Why It’s Stacked Against You

44:40 - What to Do When You Get an IP Complaint on Amazon

49:25 - When to Escalate an Amazon Dispute to Legal Action

54:00 - How Amazon Forces Sellers into Arbitration Instead of Lawsuits

58:35 - The Role of Seller Basics in Protecting Amazon Sellers

1:03:10 - What Most Sellers Get Wrong About Reinstating Their Accounts

1:07:45 - How to Leverage Politicians to Apply Pressure on Amazon

1:12:15 - Why Amazon’s Terms of Service Are Designed to Protect Amazon (Not You)

1:16:45 - Can You Really Sue Amazon? Legal Recourse for Sellers

1:21:30 - The Future of Amazon Seller Protections & Legal Battles

1:25:40 - When to Get Legal Help vs. Handling a Suspension Yourself

1:30:15 - How Paul Rafelson Fights for Sellers in Court & Washington D.C.

1:34:50 - How to Protect Yourself Before You Get Suspended

1:39:20 - Understanding Account Health Metrics & Proactively Avoiding Risk

1:43:45 - What’s Next for Amazon Sellers in 2025?

1:48:30 - Final Advice: How to Stay in Business & Protect Your Profits

1:53:10 - Closing Thoughts & How to Get Help with Amazon Legal Issues

The game is changing FAST. Walmart is making big moves, AI is reshaping e-commerce, and repricing is more important than ever.

Is your Amazon business ready for 2025?

Before diving into the new year, it's critical to perform a year-end review—or as we call it, a "business post-mortem."

In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic break down the exact steps to analyze what worked, what failed, and how to prepare your Amazon FBA business for its best year yet.

What you’ll learn:

• The importance of knowing your numbers and avoiding costly financial mistakes

• How to identify your most profitable products and eliminate low performers

• Practical tips for setting KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to track success

• Strategies to optimize sourcing methods and improve inventory management

• How to adapt to Amazon policy changes and market trends in 2025

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🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking

0:00 - Introduction: Year-End Review for Amazon Sellers
3:20 - Why a Year-End Business Post-Mortem is Critical
7:10 - Reviewing Financial Performance: Key Metrics to Track
11:30 - Identifying Your Most Profitable Products
16:00 - How to Spot and Eliminate Low Performers
20:45 - Setting Goals and KPIs for 2025
25:20 - Lessons Learned from Sourcing Strategies in 2024
30:15 - Improving Inventory Management to Reduce Stockouts and Overstocks
34:50 - Analyzing Amazon Policy Changes and Adapting Your Business
39:10 - How to Plan for Seasonal Trends in 2025
43:30 - Scaling Your Arbitrage Business Without Overextending
48:20 - Tools and Resources for Better Business Tracking
52:15 - Managing Cash Flow and Reinvesting Profits
56:40 - Building Resilience for Market and Policy Shifts
1:01:20 - Closing Thoughts: Making 2025 Your Best Year Yet

Think you need a massive warehouse to run a successful Amazon business? Think again.

In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast we share strategies for running a lean and profitable Amazon business, even if you’re working from a small space like a garage, spare bedroom, or apartment.

What you’ll learn:

• How to organize inventory in tight spaces

• The tools and hacks you need to maximize efficiency while prepping products

• Strategies for choosing inventory that fits your space and boosts your ROI

• Tips for merchant-fulfilled sales during Q4 and beyond

• How to use AI to design the perfect workspace for Amazon FBA

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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)
🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy
🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com
🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge
🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge
🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension 🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking
SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:
✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/
✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12
✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive
✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts
✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html
✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy
FOLLOW US:
🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf
🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic
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0:00 - Introduction: Running an Amazon Business from Small Spaces
3:25 - Why You Don’t Need a Warehouse to Be Successful on Amazon
7:10 - How to Set Up an Efficient Inventory System in Limited Space
12:00 - Creative Storage Solutions for Home-Based Sellers
16:40 - Tools and Equipment to Maximize Space and Efficiency
20:55 - Organizing Merchant-Fulfilled Orders During Q4
25:30 - Choosing Inventory That Fits Your Space and ROI Goals
29:15 - The Role of Prep Centers When Space is Limited
33:45 - Scaling Your Business Without Expensive Storage
38:10 - Managing Returns and Overstock in Tight Spaces
42:00 - Tips for Staying Organized During Seasonal Rushes
46:25 - Using AI Tools to Optimize Your Workflow and Workspace
50:50 - Balancing Growth with Small-Space Constraints
55:20 - Lessons Learned from Real Home-Based Amazon Sellers
1:00:15 - Final Thoughts: Success Without a Warehouse