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Ecomm BreakthroughDouble Profits, Half the Team? The Power of AI for Business RevealedBen is one of the Co-Founders and CEO of Superfuel AI, he’s passionate about e-commerce entrepreneurs and their aspirations. He is excited about bringing the advancements in AI to help ecommerce sellers scale in ways never thought possible.Highlight Bullets> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. The role of AI agents in scaling e-commerce businesses.Automation of routine tasks to reduce the need for additional staff.Competitor analysis and its importance for e-commerce sellers.Optimization of product listings, including images and keywords.Enhancements in advertising strategies through...2025-05-061h 02

New Frontier: The AI, ecommerce & entrepreneurship podcastAdam Heist on Surviving & Thriving on Amazon FBA in 2025 (with Trump Tariffs, Tiktok Ban & RUFUS / COSMO)Jo and Max welcome Adam Runquist, better known asAdam Heist, a seasoned e-commerce entrepreneur and Amazon FBA YouTube educator with 25k subscribers.Adam shares his journey from a structured corporate career to selling on Amazon, detailing his pivotal moment of realization that pushed him to leave the corporate world. He discusses the strategic moves that helped him scale and exit multiple businesses, emphasizing the importance of balancing risk with careful planning.The conversation then dives into the evolving landscape of Amazon, from its early Wild West days to its...2025-02-1358 min

Ecomm BreakthroughMastering Amazon Affiliate Traffic: Proven Techniques for Amazon Sellers to Drive Sales and Increase Visibility with David KatzDavid was an Amazon Seller himself and he had a hard time connecting with affiliates. This roadblock inspired David to create Archer Affiliates and he now connects Amazon sellers with influencers, publishers, and affiliates.Highlight Bullets> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. Importance of affiliate marketing for Amazon sellersStrategies for creating a successful affiliate networkTypes of products that perform well in affiliate marketingCommission structures and competitive rates for affiliatesEngaging and building relationships with affiliatesUtilizing promotions and discounts to drive salesLeveraging external traffic to enhance visibility on AmazonThe role of PR agenc...2024-12-0349 min

Ecomm BreakthroughSurviving the Amazon Purge: How to Thrive Amidst the Chaos with Paul RafelsonPaul is an experienced attorney with nearly 20 years in complex tax, litigation and M&A matters. Paul is also a trusted resource in the eCom world, regularly quoted in the press on matters involving Amazon and eCommerce, and was the most-cited resource in the House Antitrust Committee’s report on Amazon’s business practices.Highlight Bullets> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. Current challenges faced by Amazon sellers, particularly the "purge" of resellers.Increased scrutiny on invoices and sourcing requirements imposed by Amazon.Rising fees and their impact on sellers' profit ma...2024-11-0558 min

Seller Sessions Amazon FBA and Private LabelMain Image Monthly - Image Teardowns for Better Conversion Main Image Monthly - Image Teardowns for Better Conversion Welcome to our monthly show on all things images and conversion, where we bring in some of the world's best Amazon conversion optimizers. Each month, we will take an ASIN and run tests using all our technology, then bring it back to the table and break down our findings. Showing you how easy it is to test, how to test properly, and how to use your imagination. "The magic you are looking for is in the work you are avoiding." Your Takedown Team Sim Mahon (8-figure Seller) Andri Sadlak (ProductPinion / 8-figure Sell...2024-09-111h 07

AM/PM Podcast#409 - Balancing Life & Biz: Surviving a Stroke & Scaling Amazon Brands with Adam HeistAdam Heist, famously known as Adam Runquist, shares his extraordinary journey from the corporate energy sector to becoming a top-tier Amazon seller. Discover how Adam's expertise in mergers and acquisitions led him to identify the untapped potential of physical products, eventually leading to the creation and a 7-figure exit of his own Amazon brand. We'll also hear about his adventurous travels in Bali, insights into the transformative impact of branding and AI on Amazon sellers, and his continued ventures managing multiple brands and a thriving YouTube channel. Join us as Adam opens up about the c...2024-08-2259 min

Ecomm BreakthroughSOP Freedom: How to Grow Your Business Without Being Chained to It with Eli LipshatzEli Lipshatz (AkA Lipi). Co-founder of Escala, and MultiplyMii. Today, Lipi will be discussing the most effective strategies for scaling an eCommerce business, focusing on optimizing personnel, streamlining processes, and leveraging technology to achieve growth. Highlight Bullets> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. Effective strategies for scaling e-commerce businessesCommon mistakes brand owners make in their businessesImportance of delegating tasks and maximizing deep workFocusing on needle-moving activities to scale the businessSystemizing processes within e-commerce businessesTools and methods for system documentationDocumenting high-level process maps, process maps, and standard operat...2024-08-131h 10

Ecomm Breakthrough3 Signs Your E-commerce Business Needs a New Operating System with Yoni KonzminskiYoni Konzminski, Co-founder of South Col, Escala, and MultiplyMii. Yoni will delve into the intricacies of business operating systems and organizational structures that empower entrepreneurs to scale their ventures to eight figures and beyond.In our previous podcast episode, Yoni shared invaluable insights on building operating systems, outlined the four core processes crucial for a $20 million Amazon FBA Business, and provided actionable steps for aspiring entrepreneurs to achieve success.Highlight Bullets> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. Challenges faced by Amazon sellers in the current e-commerce spacePain points exper...2024-07-231h 05

Ecomm BreakthroughAre You Making This Critical Mistake Leading To Wasted Ad Spend? With Drew HartDrew Hart, your go-to guy for all things Amazon. Drew kicked off his entrepreneurial journey in 2018, launching two private label brands and now managing an Advertising Services Agency that handles over 40 brands, Vinculum (VIN-CUE-LUM), which offers a full range of Amazon services, making him a one-stop-shop for Amazon success.> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. Strategies and tactics for exploding the growth of brands on AmazonImportance of conducting a thorough audit of the account before implementing strategiesMethodology for product listing assessment and optimizationThinking outside the box in marketing on AmazonKeyword resea...2024-07-1655 min

Ecomm BreakthroughStrategy Audit: Strategies for Financing Growth and Cash Flow Optimization With Bob ClappRobert Clapp is a 60-year-old entrepreneur selling on Amazon since 2020. He started his Amazon business to create a lifestyle that offered new challenges and a work life balance. Previously, he spent 20 + years working in the film industry as a set builder, on shows such as Survivor, Star Wars and Happy Gilmore, which is a very time-consuming profession. Selling on Amazon has certainly been a challenge but also very rewarding. He has learned so much about the business and more importantly, about himself. And he has now the lifestyle that he set out to create....2024-06-1840 min

Ecomm BreakthroughThe Most Effective Growth Levers for Scaling an E-commerce Brand to an 8-Figure Valuation With Todd BairstowTodd is an English major who made good as an entrepreneur. He has founded and bootstrapped two companies into 8 figure valuations and is currently working on his eCommerce brand Finer Form. That brand focuses on at-home exercise equipment and is one of that category's top-selling brands on Amazon.Highlight Bullets> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. Explosive growth of Finer Form brand during COVIDStrategies and levers used to scale the brand to eight-figure valuations and beyondAdapting to changing circumstances and managing inventory and supply chain challengesImportance of impro...2024-06-041h 02

Ecomm BreakthroughHow to Leverage Influencers and Affiliate Platforms for Growth on Amazon and TikTok Shop with Gracey RybackGuest IntroductionGracey is an Amazon Influencer & content creator who specializes in bringing the best deals & Amazon finds to her community of over a million followers across Tik Tok and 6+ additional platforms. She will show you why influencer marketing is the next vital step for your brand and the secrets to succeed with it on Tik Tok and Amazon Live. In her first year, she has driven over seven figures of revenue and helped many brands selling on Amazon boost sales, increase long-term keyword ranking, drive brand awareness, and go viral. She also live streams...2024-05-2959 min

Ecomm BreakthroughStruggling on Amazon? Optimization Strategies for Growth with Abe ChomaliGuest Introduction With a wealth of experience spanning over three decades, Abe Chomali has witnessed the evolution of sales and marketing firsthand. From his beginnings in 1991 to navigating the digital landscape of the internet and the rise of Amazon, Abe has remained at the forefront of innovation. Today, he is dedicated to helping sellers maximize their presence on Amazon through strategic PPC and SEO management. As the founder of XP Strategy, Abe brings unparalleled expertise, having driven over $1 Billion in sales for both himself and his clients. Highlight Bullets 2024-05-211h 01

Ecomm BreakthroughThe Secret Formula for Crafting Irresistible Product Images and Listings Revealed with Andrei UrecheAndrei Ureche. A Canadian entrepreneur originally from Moldova, boasting a seven-figure success story. He manages three thriving brands on Amazon and proudly serves as the founder of Sellametrics.com, home to the most advanced A/B Testing Suite tailored for Amazon Sellers.Highlight Bullets> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. Importance of clarity, effectiveness, and popularity in optimizing conversion ratesRole of images and messaging in addressing customer pain pointsUnderstanding customer's needs and pain points for effective product servingSignificance of main image and compe...2024-05-0755 min

Ecomm BreakthroughYou've been doing Shopify wrong—Matt Clark's top 1% strategy for Shopify a game-changerMatt serves as executive chairman and is one of the co-founders of Amazing.com and the Amazing Selling Machine course that has taught tens of thousands of students how to run a successful Amazon business. With more than a decade of ecommerce experience and with multiple million-dollar companies, Matt loves sharing his success and strategies with other entrepreneurs.> Here’s a glimpse of what you would learn…. The significance of joining a mastermind group and seizing opportunities for business growth and collaboration.Importance of diversifying beyond Amazon and building a valuable consumer brand for long...2024-04-231h 06

Ecomm BreakthroughThe Three Levers To Scale with Karen BonniciIn this episode of the Ecomm Breakthrough podcast, host Josh Hadley chats with Karen Bonnici, a successful Amazon brand owner. They explore the challenges of low conversion rates and high ad costs, and the necessity of launching new products. The discussion also covers the effectiveness of storytelling in branding, the potential of TikTok and other platforms for promotion, and the use of influencers to drive traffic. Karen shares her personal story of resilience, aiming to inspire through her brand. The episode concludes with an emphasis on innovation, competitor analysis, and the continuous improvement of product listings for business growth.2024-03-1345 min

Ecomm BreakthroughMaster Amazon Launching With Alina Vlaic: Three Keys to Thrive!Alina Vlaic is the Founder of AZ Rank, which provides innovative strategies on various e-commerce platforms for scaling. She’s also Co-founder of PressX, an establishment helping brand owners leverage press articles to launch and rank products on Amazon and other e-commerce platforms. Her latest venture, FotoLive, offers a fresh perspective on user-generated content. Alina’s journey began in her father's grocery store, evolving into a successful publishing house and sparking her passion for entrepreneurship. With a master's in international business, Alina delved into the global market, later making waves in the Amazon marketplace.In this episode…I...2024-03-0659 min

Ecomm BreakthroughWarning! You Are Not Ready for the AI Changes Coming to Amazon With Max SinclairMax Sinclair is the Founder and CEO of Ecomtent, the next generation of e-commerce catalog management. Bringing a wealth of experience from his six-year tenure at Amazon, he played pivotal roles in several notable projects. Beyond launching Amazon Business in the UK, Max was responsible for catalog quality for the country debut of Amazon.sg in Singapore, and spearheading the introduction of Amazon Grocery across the EU. In this episode… In the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce, the emergence of generative AI technology is poised to revolutionize the way businesses operate and interact with consumers. With the integration of...2024-02-2750 min

Ecomm BreakthroughAchieve 90% Product Launch Success Rate With Izabella Ritz's Proven Validation MethodIzabella Ritz is the Founder and CEO of Ritz Momentum, a one-stop shop for Amazon business services. Drawing on her experience of starting an Amazon business in 2015, Izabella launched Ritz Momentum to help busy students who are eager to venture into the Amazon business. A seasoned entrepreneur, Izabella embarked on her journey into business at the age of 17. She has established and sold multiple companies throughout her career, cultivating expertise in e-commerce, SEO, and digital marketing. In this episode… In the rapidly evolving Amazon landscape, relying on generic or "me-too" products is an outdated strategy bound to yi...2024-02-1359 min

Ecomm BreakthroughThe Profit First Playbook for eCommerce Proven to Boost Your Profits With Cyndi ThomasonCyndi Thomason is the Founder and President of bookskeep, a financial management tool for e-commerce offering bookkeeping, invoicing, and expense-tracking features. As a master-level certified Profit First professional and certified Fix This Next coach, Cyndi works with e-commerce clients to help them achieve long-term profitability in their business. As an industry thought leader, she devotes much of her time speaking at various events, webinars, and podcasts, including ASD Market Week, SellerCon, Prosper, eCommerceFuel Live, Freedom Ticket, and Bright Ideas. In January 2019, Cyndi released Profit First for Ecommerce Sellers, a best-selling guide that focuses on four critical areas: managing inventory, r...2024-01-301h 06

Ecomm BreakthroughUnlocking 10x Growth: Chris Shipferling's Omnichannel Blueprint for Skyrocketing Your eComm Brand!Chris Shipferling is a Founding Partner at GW Partners, a M&A firm providing operational consulting, financial management, and strategic planning. He’s also a Founding Partner at South Col, an e-commerce accelerator providing capital, strategic advice, operational support, and exit strategy. Chris has 20 years of experience in the consumer product sector, navigating sales and marketing roles across the spectrum from small businesses to corporate giants. His passion lies in guiding founders to achieve their goals with his deep understanding of the consumer products industry and expertise in digital strategy and e-commerce. In this episode… 10x-in...2024-01-1655 min

Ecomm BreakthroughMike McClary Reveals the Conversion Bomb: Secrets to 10X Your Sales!Mike McClary is Co-creator of Amazing.com’s Amazing Selling Machine, which aids thousands of entrepreneurs in establishing lucrative businesses by selling products on Amazon. As an accomplished e-commerce seller, he’s sold millions of dollars worth of products on Amazon via multiple established companies. Mike is dedicated to teaching entrepreneurs how to build successful e-commerce businesses using the tools available through ASM. In this episode… Higher conversion rates indicate more people are buying from your store, increasing sales and revenue. It also means that your product listing is well-optimized and can effectively compete in the marketplace. So wha...2024-01-091h 08

Exposing OurselvesEpisode 52 - The Adam Project & Taylor SwiftBig things this week as Travis listens to Taylor Swift album folklore. Meanwhile, Matt watches Netflix original, The Adam Project.This week's playlist https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBXnlSqALQt9MyLzigIMW9qmEKF9hsC2K&si=YkPirr7xxzfFSK5dNext week's playlist https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBXnlSqALQt8-IO8ZRNEZ3DLsCcOMl1Xz&si=lPRgpqOHv4guJlQo 2024-01-0758 min

Ecomm BreakthroughCracking the Amazon Code: Learn From Adam Heist's Brand Scaling SecretsAdam “Heist” Runquist is an e-commerce entrepreneur who helps others build, scale, sell, and invest in e-commerce brands. While working in the corporate world for NRG, a Fortune 300 energy company, he began sharing his knowledge of Amazon on his YouTube channel under the pseudonym Adam Heist. He also facilitates FBA Masterclass, an exclusive mentorship program designed to help people achieve success through Amazon FBA. For over four years, Adam served as Goal Zero’s Head of Operations and Supply Chain, influencing his Amazon journey. Adam is also an avid cyclist, which has inspired many of his e-commerce brands. In thi...2024-01-021h 07

Fearless Sellers - The Women of Amazon#79 Five Million Dollar Amazon Success StoriesIn this episode of the Fearless Sellers, the Women of Amazon podcast, special guest host Jamie Davidson shares unique insights on the traits of successful sellers. Drawing from their experience coaching over 1,000 people in their AMZ Insiders Amazon coaching program, Jamie highlights five individuals who have achieved seven-figure success, including the podcast's own host, Joie Roberts. Joie went from zero to over a million dollars in just one year and has since launched new brands. Adam Runquist, known for the Adam Heist YouTube channel, is also featured for his multiple seven-figure brand exit. Tune in...2023-10-2717 min

The Ad ProjectWhat it Takes to Thrive on Amazon in 2023In this episode, we're joined by Adam Runquist, a seasoned expert with a deep understanding of the ever-evolving world of e-commerce on Amazon in 2023. Together, we explore the intricate strategies that are currently driving success in the Amazon marketplace. What sets this discussion apart is our focus on real-world experiences and practical advice that can help you thrive on Amazon today. We don't just scratch the surface; we delve into the nitty-gritty details of what's working right now. Whether you're an established Amazon brand looking to fine-tune your approach or someone considering entering the marketplace...2023-10-1135 min

SardonicastSardonicast 141: Spider-Verse 2, Wendy & Lucy feat. Karsten RunquistSupport the Show for $2 a month and receive all future episodes early at https://sardonicast.com and https://www.patreon.com/Sardonicast. Buy Sardonicast T-Shirts, and other merchandise at https://teespring.com/stores/sardonicast. Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/sardonicast Website: https://sardonicast.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Sardonicast Reddit: http://www.reddit.com/r/sardonicast Twitter: https://twitter.com/sardonicast Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/sardonicast Sardonicast Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8AhJ0bzQgs5fb9m_ZCRqkw/featured Ralph's channel: https://www.youtube...2023-06-261h 56

Seller Sessions Amazon FBA and Private LabelAdam Heist Makes His Debut As HostAdam Heist Makes His Debut As Host Adam Runquist, also known as "Heist," discovered the Amazon marketplace four years ago while working on the executive team of a leading outdoor products brand. Through his efforts, he was able to take that business from 8 to 9 figures, and he became deeply interested in the power of marketplace channels and physical products brands. Since then, Adam has started, sold, and invested in multiple Amazon native brands. He is also the host of the YouTube channel "Adam Heist," where he shares his insights and experiences with other Amazon sellers.2023-01-2230 min

The Ad ProjectThe Success Formula for Growing Your Brand w/ Adam RunquistBuilding a sustainable brand starts with your customer….Which goes beyond your competitors' performance data, searchvolume, and revenue targets. In today's episode, I was excited to have Adam Runquist as our guest to walk through the success formula for growing a brand. Adam is a trusted advisor and investor in the Amazon space. He also has a popular Youtube channel, "Adam Heist," and provides training through his program, The FBA Blueprint. 2022-07-2734 min

Karstcast Moviecast#165 Adam Sandler and HustleSupport the pod directly and get some perks! - www.patreon.com/karstcast Or support the pod by checking out our sponsors! BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at www.betterhelp.com/kcast - Promo Code: kcast time stamps: 0:00 - Intro 14:50 - Hustle 35:55 - Q&A 45:55 - Wrap Up Join the Karstcast Discord: https://discord.gg/4sSJBgj9Z3 2022-07-1951 min

Seller Sessions Amazon FBA and Private LabelIs The Amazon Seller Ecosystem Shrinking?On the episode I bring in Dan Ashburn and Adam Heist to discuss some of our views and observations on the changes over the last few years. A lot of seller at the top of search have sold, whilst a good chunk come back as sellers, and some as service providers over time... And with the higher walls built around selling on Amazon, is there a shift in volume; of new people coming through? Sometimes, in our community we forget we are in an echo chamber. Of course, there will be plenty of sellers that do not...2022-06-0832 min $Let\'s Talk Exits$ Let's Talk ExitsThe Importance of Building a Brand with Your Customer’s Interest in Mind with Adam “Heist” RunquistAre you putting your Amazon customer’s interests at the forefront before the data? Oftentimes people do it the other way around, but what sharpens the success of a brand lies in creating worthwhile reasons for those customers to purchase. In today’s show, we have a special guest, Adam "Heist" Runquist, an educator, Amazon brand builder, and advisor to D1 Brands where he has raised $150 million to purchase DTC physical product brands. We have a great conversation about the Amazon space and the projections for the future. He digs into how you can maximize your potential as well as s...2022-03-3145 min

Successful ScalesEp 54: A Look at the Aggregator Space, Leaving the Corporate World, and Exit Strategy Experience with Adam Heist Runquist, Founder of Heist LabsIn today's episode, we have Adam Runquist (Adam Heist on YouTube) - Founder of Heist Labs. They build, scale, and invest in marketplace physical products brand. Adam started his career in the de-regulated energy space spanning marketing, M&A and GM roles. While leading an outdoor products brand and scaling it from 8 to 9 figures and into a category leader in the portable energy space, he discovered the power of marketplace sales channels and this led him to start, scale, and sell his own Amazon brands. Topics covered: Leaving the corporate world Working in operations Exit...2021-09-2351 min

Karstcast Moviecast#99 Point Break, Air Bud, and Overrated Fruits (feat. Adam!)Adam’s twitter: https://twitter.com/childbearer patreon.com/karstcast 0:00 - intro 7:18 - point break 46:48 - q&a 1:01:03 - wrap-up 2021-02-151h 09

Karstcast Moviecast#9 YMS, Under the Silver Lake, & CannesThe boys sit down with Adam from YMS to talk film YouTube, Under the Silver Lake, and more!2019-05-1344 min