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Episode 290 - From High School Hustler to Serial Entrepreneur with Uri Rahimi
Join host Scott as he sits down with Uri Rahimi, a serial entrepreneur whose diverse ventures span the worlds of e-commerce, manufacturing, and software development.
From humble beginnings flipping iPhones in high school to building a multi-million dollar wall decor brand, Uri’s story is a testament to the power of entrepreneurial spirit and relentless pursuit of opportunity.
In this episode, we delve into Uri's journey, exploring his early forays into Amazon selling, the challenges of scaling a physical product business, and the strategic decision to open his printing facility in Miami.
Uri shares invaluable insights from navigating the complexities of manufacturing, including his experiences at global trade shows and firsthand observations of production processes in China.
Tune in to discover how diversification can create unexpected synergies between seemingly unrelated businesses, the strategic advantages of manufacturing your product line, and the importance of embracing the learning process inherent in every entrepreneurial journey.
Episode notes:
00:17 - Uri Rahimi Introduction
02:00 - Uri Early Ventures in High School
04:00 - Entrance into Amazon and First Brand
06:00 - Learning from China and Import Challenges
06:25 - Scaling the Business
07:25 - Product Research
07:55 - Increasing Conversion Rate
10:45 - Number of SKUs Created and Removed
11:41 - Reaching 7 Figures
12:00 - Uri Continued Interest and Involvement in Software Development
16:30 - Vertical Integration and Becoming a Manufacturer
17:55 - Overcoming Manufacturing Challenges
18:34 - Expansion to Print-On-Demand
20:45 - Technological Limitations and Innovations
26:15 - Artelo Specialization
29:07 - Seller Utilities
30:20 - Value of Having SQP Reports
32:35 - The Keepa Model
34:50 - What’s Next for Uri?
36:23 - Beating China
37:22 - The Platform Risk
39:05 - The Future of Amazon
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/uri-rahimi/
Related Posts: How to Leverage Amazon A+ Content for Brand Building
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/scott-needham-a8b39813
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Instagram: @smartestseller
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartestamazonseller2371
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Blog: https://www.smartscout.com/blog
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Join host Scott as he sits down with Uri Rahimi, a serial entrepreneur whose diverse ventures span the worlds of e-commerce, manufacturing, and software development.
From humble beginnings flipping iPhones in high school to building a multi-million dollar wall decor brand, Uri’s story is a testament to the power of entrepreneurial spirit and relentless pursuit of opportunity.
In this episode, we delve into Uri's journey, exploring his early forays into Amazon selling, the challenges of scaling a physical product business, and the strategic decision to open his printing facility in Miami.
Uri shares invaluable insights from navigating the complexities of manufacturing, including his experiences at global trade shows and firsthand observations of production processes in China.
Tune in to discover how diversification can create unexpected synergies between seemingly unrelated businesses, the strategic advantages of manufacturing your product line, and the importance of embracing the learning process inherent in every entrepreneurial journey.
Episode notes:
00:17 - Uri Rahimi Introduction
02:00 - Uri Early Ventures in High School
04:00 - Entrance into Amazon and First Brand
06:00 - Learning from China and Import Challenges
06:25 - Scaling the Business
07:25 - Product Research
07:55 - Increasing Conversion Rate
10:45 - Number of SKUs Created and Removed
11:41 - Reaching 7 Figures
12:00 - Uri Continued Interest and Involvement in Software Development
16:30 - Vertical Integration and Becoming a Manufacturer
17:55 - Overcoming Manufacturing Challenges
18:34 - Expansion to Print-On-Demand
20:45 - Technological Limitations and Innovations
26:15 - Artelo Specialization
29:07 - Seller Utilities
30:20 - Value of Having SQP Reports
32:35 - The Keepa Model
34:50 - What’s Next for Uri?
36:23 - Beating China
37:22 - The Platform Risk
39:05 - The Future of Amazon
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/uri-rahimi/
Related Posts: How to Leverage Amazon A+ Content for Brand Building
Email: [email protected]
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/scott-needham-a8b39813
X: @itsScottNeedham
Instagram: @smartestseller
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@smartestamazonseller2371
Newsletter: https://www.smartscout.com/newsletter-sign-up
Blog: https://www.smartscout.com/blog
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