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Your Business Growth PodcastThe 80/20 Trap with David SchomerIf you’re not growing, you’re dying - and in e-commerce, the “one winning product” trap can kill a business fast.In this episode of Your Business Growth Podcast, host Jeremy Shapiro sits down with David Schomer, CEO of Build Grow Scale and host of Firing The Man to break down how he went from a stalled business headed toward bankruptcy to building an Amazon operation with 1,000+ ASINs and a system that supports predictable, profitable scaling.David shares the strategy that pulled him out of multiple plateaus: consistent product launches - plus the financial discipline...
2026-01-2053 min
Barista！barista ? BARISTA! !EP-2 そしてシアトルへ・・・当時、Blog執筆へとかき立てた出来事の数々、La Marzocco GB-5の発表アンベイル、CloverCoffeeMachine開発者Zander氏との偶然の出会い、そして、、私淑 David C.Schomer氏との対面 etc...
2025-09-1617 min
High Voltage Business Builders PodcastHow to Build a Profitable Amazon Business | Why Most Amazon Sellers FailMost Amazon sellers brag about revenue. But revenue doesn’t pay the bills… profit does. David Schomer, co-host of the Firing the Man podcast, breaks down what it really takes to build a sustainable Amazon business. From managing TACoS and uncovering hidden Amazon fees to choosing the right products and using accrual-based accounting, he shares hard-earned lessons from his own journey. David explains why most sellers misunderstand profit, the overlooked costs that cut into margins, and the product strategies that actually work in 2025. In this episode, we cover:✅Why profitability (not revenue...
2025-08-2738 min
Profit Answer Man: Scaling with Profit First & BeyondThe Purpose of Business is to Make Money with David SchomerThe Purpose of Business is to Make Money with David Schomer Why Scaling an E-Commerce Brand Can Bankrupt You (Unless You Fix This First) The Hidden Cost of Growth Nobody Talks About It's every entrepreneur's dream: launch a brand, grow revenue, and finally fire your boss. David Schomer lived that dream—scaling a pet supply company on Amazon before going full-time in e-commerce. But what most business owners don't realize (until it's too late) is that scaling too fast without financial structure can choke your cash flow and starve your business of...
2025-07-2935 min
The Best Business Podcast with Daryl UrbanskiLearn How to Build Consistent E-commerce Profit – With David SchomerDOWNLOAD THE WORKBOOK NOW Most e-commerce stores don’t fail because of bad products or unmotivated founders. They fail because they can’t consistently turn traffic into sales or scale without draining cash. Founders get stuck in the weeds: managing expensive ad campaigns, wrestling with unclear data, and constantly chasing profitability. With rising acquisition costs, shrinking margins, […]
2025-07-2954 min
Keys To The Shop : Equipping Coffee Shop Leaders535: Founder Friday! 30 Years of Coffee! w/ Ana Burgos and Amanda Jones of Hyperion Espresso, Fredricksburg, VASimplicity, focus, community, and legacy. These are some words that I feel apply to the steady and excellent service of Hyperion Espresso these last 30 years of operation. When you can measure your business in decades and look back with pride and a full heart, you now you have crafted something lasting and valuable. Today we are going to explore the story of Hyperion Espresso in Fredricksburg, VA w/ co-founder Ana Brugos Born in Madrid, Spain Ana got a degree in Advertising at Universidad Complutense. Moved to Seattle, WA to study art in 1992. She met Dan Peterson and...
2025-04-1757 min
Future-ProofedE-Commerce Secrets: How to Crush Amazon & Own Your Traffic (Ft. David Schomer)David Schomer, CEO of Build Grow Scale, shares his journey from Iowa farm kid to e-commerce expert with two successful exits. Learn why diversifying beyond Amazon is critical, how AI supercharges productivity, and why selling "nice stuff" beats competing on price. A must-watch for e-commerce founders!⏱Timestamps00:00 - Intro00:28 - From farm life to e-commerce (eBay tractors → pumpkin empire)02:45 - Why he left consulting to "fire the man"06:05 - Amazon’s big red button danger (and how to diversify)10:03 - Why Shopify stores outperform Amazon long term13:24 - Live selling trends & under...
2025-04-0531 min
The Sales Podcast With Wes Schaeffer, The Sales Whisperer®How To Really Make Money Online#12WeeksToPeak #ecommerce #onlinebusiness Maximize Your Profit Margins When Selling Online, David SchomerDavid Schomer and I discuss the evolving landscape of e-commerce, focusing on the competition between Amazon and Shopify. (One is much better than the other, and it's not even close.)We explore the importance of data-driven decisions, profit margins, and customer relationships in building a successful online business. David shares insights on the challenges of selling on Amazon, the benefits of owning customer data through Shopify, and the significance of diversification in business models. We also get...
2025-03-2055 min
Online Seller UK - Podcasts for Amazon Sellers164 Online Seller UK Podcast: Scaling Specialty Products on Amazon with David SchomerJoining us today is David, the CEO of Build Grow Scale, a company that helps businesses navigate the complexities of the Amazon marketplace. David has a wealth of experience in helping brands, particularly in niche categories, achieve significant growth.Today, we'll be focusing on the challenges and opportunities of scaling a premium specialty product like coffee on Amazon. We'll explore how to leverage Amazon's tools and vast customer reach to build a thriving business in a competitive market.Host: Prabhat ShahGuest: David Schomer ( https://buildgrowscale.com)
2025-02-2413 min
The Neil Haley ShowThe Neil Haley Show 11-29-24
Today on The Neil Haley Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley will interview John O’HUrley and David Frei, David Meltzer with Greg Hanna of Celebrity Interviews Live From The Grotto, Adam Schomer with Frank Fiore of Fridays with Frank, and Mina Valentin.
2024-11-2900 min
The Neil Haley ShowEp. 1039 - The Neil Haley ShowToday on The Neil Haley Show, Neil “The Media Giant” Haley will interview John O’HUrley and David Frei, David Meltzer with Greg Hanna of Celebrity Interviews Live From The Grotto, Adam Schomer with Frank Fiore of Fridays with Frank, and Mina Valentin.
2024-11-2800 min
Etsy Seller Success: Tips for Starting, Growing and Scaling Your Etsy and E-Commerce ShopGoing Beyond Etsy: Scaling Your Business with Amazon and the Amazon Handmade Program with David SchomerIn this episode, Dylan sits down with guest David Schomer, an Amazon expert, about his journey from corporate America to building a successful e-commerce business on Amazon. He discusses the Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) and Amazon Handmade, highlighting the potential opportunities for Etsy sellers. David elaborates on his background, starting from his farm experiences to his consulting career before launching a pet supply brand that led him to e-commerce success. The conversation covers research methods, product launches, and scaling strategies, emphasizing the importance of having a calculated approach to la...
2024-10-0838 minEtsy Seller Success: Tips for Starting, Growing and Scaling Your Etsy and E-Commerce ShopGoing Beyond Etsy: Scaling Your Business with Amazon and the Amazon Handmade Program with David SchomerIn this episode, Dylan sits down with guest David Schomer, an Amazon expert, about his journey from corporate America to building a successful e-commerce business on Amazon. He discusses the Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) and Amazon Handmade, highlighting the potential opportunities for Etsy sellers. David elaborates on his background, starting from his farm experiences to his consulting career before launching a pet supply brand that led him to e-commerce success. The conversation covers research methods, product launches, and scaling strategies, emphasizing the importance of having a calculated approach to la...
2024-10-0838 min
Amazon Legends PodcastHow to Use Financial Metrics to Grow Amazon FBA Sales and Profits - David Schomer - Amazon Legends - Episode #338In this week’s episode, we explore "How to Use Financial Metrics to Grow Amazon FBA Sales and Profits" with our guest, David Schomer. A passionate entrepreneur from Iowa, David holds degrees in Accounting from St. Louis University and has extensive experience in business consulting, including merger and acquisition due diligence, fraud investigations, and financial forecasting. Since launching over 300 SKUs on Amazon, Etsy, and Shopify in 2017, David has gained deep insights into optimizing Amazon FBA operations. In this episode, he shares strategies for leveraging financial metrics to drive growth, including key metrics for profitability, strategic pricing, cost management, revenue gr...
2024-09-171h 11
Wizards of Ecom#343-Self-Manufacturing & Product Sourcing in the USA In this podcast episode, I had the honor to have as guest David Schomer of Firing The Man Podcast, an expert in self-manufacturing and product sourcing in the United States. The conversation delves into various aspects of the topic, shedding light on the benefits and challenges of starting self-manufacturing, as well as the advantages of sourcing products locally. David emphasizes the benefits of sourcing products locally or within the USA, such as supporting domestic industries, reducing shipping costs, and fostering a se...
2023-10-2357 minKeys To The Shop : Equipping Coffee Shop Leaders407 : Founder Friday! Encore Episodes, David Schomer of Espresso Vivace!It's Founder Friday! I just learned of the news that the original sidewalk bar for Espresso Vivace is going to be closing permanently. This is very sad news given the rich history of that cafe and the impact it's had on so many. So today I thought it would be a great idea to re-air a conversation I had with David Schomer back in Feb of 2019! Since its founding in 1988 Espresso Vivace has been home to David's groundbreaking and paradigm shifting experiments with espresso coffee and drink presentation. His work has been foundational and formative in the...
2023-04-2854 min
Firing The ManDon't Quit Your Job to Start a Business Before Learning THIS from Kelly KennedyOn today’s episode we have the pleasure to interview Kelly Kennedy. Kelly is a recovering Canadian CPA who left his 9-to-5 job in oil and gas to buy and operate a blog and content writing company, and teaches finance and accounting part-time at a local college. Teaching lets him pay the bills and keeps his wife from divorcing him. How can the guests contact? website, email, social?https://yourblogworks.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-kennedy-cpa-cma-mba-ba29aa13/GETIDA Amazon Owes You Money...
2023-03-2831 minFiring The ManWhy your story holds many clues to your success or failure with Expert Mary HendersonWelcome everyone to the FiringTheMan Podcast, on today’s episode we have the privilege to interview Mary Henderson. Mary is a Transformational Leader and an internationally recognised Personal Branding & Online Business Specialist.How can the guests contact? website, email, social?https://www.maryhendersoncoaching.com/https://twitter.com/Mary__Hendersonhttps://www.facebook.com/maryhendersoncoachinghttps://www.instagram.com/maryhendersoncoaching/https://www.youtube.com/maryhendersonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/maryhendersoncoaching/
2023-03-2135 minFiring The ManHow Adam Feinberg grew his 2nd Amazon FBA business to 25 Million in RevenueWelcome everyone to the FiringTheMan Podcast, on today’s episode we are joined by Adam Feinberg, an eCommerce entrepreneur and the most popular guest of the FiringTheMan Podcast in the last three years. For those of you who are not familiar with Adam, we encourage you to tune into episode 91 where Adam details his story of growing and scaling a brand leading to an incredible exit. Welcome back to the show Adam!GETIDA Amazon Owes You Money! Get $400 in FREE reimbursements done for you, follow the link below.Hel...
2023-03-1544 minFiring The ManInterview with Ryan Flannagan – Founder & CEO at Nuanced Media, Growth Driven Advertising Expert, AuthorOn today’s episode we have the privilege to interview Ryan Flannagan. Ryan Flannagan is the CEO and Founder of Nuanced Media, an international eCommerce marketing agency. Ryan has over 15 years of experience in eCommerce, multi-channel digital marketing, and third party marketing. As Founder and CEO of Nuanced Media, he has worked with hundreds of companies to establish best practices, focusing on the 20 percent of effort that produces 80 percent of revenue.How can the guests contact? website, email, social?Email: ryanflannagan@nuancedmedia.comWebsite: h...
2023-01-1045 minFiring The ManInterview with Jacob Erdei - Entrepreneur and Google Ads ExpertWelcome everyone to the Firing The Man Podcast, on today’s episode, we are joined by Jacob Erdei. Jacob Erdei has 20+ years being self employed. In the early 2000's after leaving a computer manufacturing company he went on to start his own in-home computer repair business and has been forced to pivot several times. Currently his focus is on acquiring ecommerce businesses through a vertical acquisition strategy. Ken met Jacob in the Rhodium mastermind and we have the pleasure to share Jacobs vast experience with you today. Welcome to the show Jacob!How can the gue...
2023-01-0340 minFiring The Man2022 Year-end Review of Our eCommerce BusinessesWelcome everyone to the FiringTheMan Podcast, on today’s episode Ken and I review 2022 in regards to the performance of our e-commerce businesses. This year was full of big wins and huge losses – both of which we will be addressing throughout the episode. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🗣️ TALK TO US ON SOCIAL MEDIA 👇Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/firingtheman/Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/FiringTheManWebsite ► https://firingtheman.com/▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬💥LISTEN TO THE PODCAST 👇On Apple Podcasts ►https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/firingtheman/id1493680004On Spotify...
2022-12-2729 min
Maximizing EcommerceGrowing to Multiple 7-Figures with David Schomer and Ken Wilson, Ep #152On this episode of the podcast, David Schomer and Ken Wilson from the Firing the Man came back to the show to discuss some exciting updates. I have had the opportunity to watch their businesses grow and expand, and we will ask the question, “Did they both fire the man?” Connect with Ken and David Firing the Man Website Podcast Connect with Kevin Facebook Group Instagram LinkedIn
2022-10-0652 min
doubleshot podcastLidé doubleshotu: Saša ManakovaSaša patří mezi naše služebně nejmladší baristky, ale nebojí se žádné výzvy a šla do soutěžení po hlavě. Na posledním českém šampionátu v přípravě filtrované kávy vybojovala krásné 5. místo. Do finále postupovala dokonce z 1. příčky.
Co ji k soutěžení vedlo a co jí dalo do práce v kavárně? Jaké má cíle? Má baristické vzory? Co dělá ve volném čase a kolik má kávových knížek? To vše a ještě více se dozvíte v tomto díle.
Příjemný poslech.
Li...
2022-08-0436 minFiring The ManThe Jobs of Ken and David's Past - Part 2This is a continuation of a two-part episode where Ken and David share their previous jobs and the lessons they've gained that shaped what they are today. Tune in till the end and pick up a thing or two from this delightful duo. Let’s get it![00:01 - 30:11] What Ken & David Learned From Their Previous JobsCharacter development is more important than profitabilityWays you could lose your customersThe impact of rules and how it affects behavior Finding true friends in difficult situationsOvercoming challenges and developing self-confidenceSet a hig...
2022-05-2434 minFiring The ManThe Jobs of Ken and David's Past - Part 1Work experience, without a question, may provide us with the most valuable life skills and experiences that we can apply as we move forward in our new ventures, whether it's changing careers or putting on a business hat. You could even notice that some of the strategies you're doing today at our business are something you've done before, or have seen in your previous employers.In this two-part episode, Ken and David recall their previous jobs and the lessons they've gained that helped shape them into the business people they are today.
2022-05-1736 minFiring The ManHow to Launch on Walmart.com - Top Tricks and Tips after Selling For 12 MonthsEpisode 117David and I have been selling on Walmart in the last 12 months. In this episode, we will share the lessons that we have learned so far and how you can apply them to your own e-commerce business. Some of the topics that we will also discuss are the benefits of selling on Walmart and the criteria to become a top-rated seller on this platform. [00:01 - 06:31] Opening SegmentWhy David and I are selling on WalmartWhere does Walmart rank among Fortune 500 companies?[06:32 - 17:45] Signing Up on Walmart
2022-03-2234 min
Successful ScalesEp 76: Seller Fundamentals, Inventories, and Financing Tips with David Schomer, Co-Founder at 80Twenty Capital & Host of Firing The Man PodcastThis week's episode is with David Schomer, Co-Founder and CFO of 80Twenty Capital and co-host of the Firing The Man Podcast. In his current role, David manages three portfolio companies on Amazon and various e-commerce channels. He also co-hosts Firing The Man podcast with Ken Wilson where they interview industry experts in Amazon FBA, Walmart WFS, Shopify, and many more.
Topics & Timestamps
0:00 Episode introduction
3:36 David Schomer guest introduction
12:22 Amazon selling experience & fundamentals
18:46 Increasing the value of your business
25:06 Game plan for zero net income
33:25 Inventory...
2022-03-1643 minFiring The ManCase Study on How We Self Manufacture FBA Products in the USAEpisode 116Why should you consider self-manufacturing your products?In this episode, we will answer that question and discuss why we decided to source products here in the United States. The expectation from e-commerce gurus is that they will tell you to go to Alibaba and source your products from China. However, we discovered in our case study that sourcing in the United States has its own advantages too, some of which are even better than sourcing overseas.We also talk about the benefits of self-manufacturing. We found out a few...
2022-03-1553 min
Two Amazon Sellers and a Microphone#177 - Juggling Multiple 6 and 7 Figure Businesses and Running a Podcast with Ken Wilson and David SchomerOn this episode we bring back two of our favorite guests, Ken Wilson and David Schomer.
These two guys are busy! They run multiple 6 and 7 figure business and host the Firing The Man podcast.
Learn more about them here: https://firingtheman.com/about-us/
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2022-02-0354 min
eCommerce MasterPlanWalmart Marketplace how to with Ken & David from Firing the ManDavid Schomer & Ken Wilson are the hosts of the Firing the Man podcast, and founders of multiple 6 and 7 figure eCommerce businesses. Over the last year they've had great success launching their products on the Walmart marketplace.We're discussing BOTH why you should be considering selling on Walmart and HOW to do it well.Get all the links and resources we mention at eCommerceMasterPlan.comSign up for a free Omnisend account at https://ecmp.info/Omnisend - Use code MASTERPLAN2022 to save 15% on paid plans when you need them.
2022-01-3137 minFiring The ManHow to Overcome Amazon Inventory Restrictions with a Local WarehouseEpisode 109In this episode, we talk about our experience in owning a warehouse for our ecommerce business and why you should consider building or buying one too. For instance, it offers benefits relating to Amazon FBM (Fulfilled By Merchant). If you think however that owning a warehouse is not fit for your business at the moment, you can explore a few alternatives like subleasing a big warehouse, using third-party logistics, and buying a rental property. Listen to this episode and grow your ecommerce business with local warehouses![00:01 - 04:38] Opening S...
2022-01-2538 minKeys To The Shop : Equipping Coffee Shop Leaders323 : Reflecting on 5 Years of Keys to the Shop w/ my Wife, Lynnsy DeferioWelp, KTTS is now 5 years old! In this time KTTS has aired 560 episodes and is closing in on 2 million downloads around the world and it simply feels surreal. I have been so blessed by the guests on this show, you the audience, and most of all, my biggest supporter, my wife. SO...on this episode my lovely wife Lynnsy takes to the microphone again to interview me about the journey over the past 5 years as well as getting to know a bit more about me and some of the things that make me tick. She has seen t...
2022-01-0554 minFiring The Man2021 Goal Results - Did We Hit Our Goals?Episode 105Take a look back at 2021. How are the goals you set at the beginning of the year? In today’s episode, Ken and David review everything; The good, the bad, the ugly, the goals that they achieved, and what lies ahead for them in the new year. [00:01 - 02:49] Opening SegmentBack in episode 57, we laid our goals out for 2021Listen to that episode here! [02:50 - 18:12] 2021 Goals We Did and Didn’t Achieve What we achievedKenJoin a new hig...
2021-12-2839 minFiring The ManEpisode 100 - How and Why We Fired The Man - Top Guests RankedEpisode 100Welcome to Episode 100 of Firing the Man! In this special episode, we look back into the reasons we started this podcast, the lessons we learned from our guests, and most importantly, our long and inspiring journey to firing the man. Tune in now to this special episode![00:01 - 06:41] Opening SegmentWhy we started this podcast[06:42 - 13:46] Our Journey to Episode 100Our experiences the moment we fired the manAre you a newbie entrepreneur?[13:47 - 18:16] Exiting a BusinessA career-defining book o...
2021-11-2346 min
PolynodalWhat do you know about the Haunted Vending Machine of Capitol Hill Seattle?Haunted Vending Machinehttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capitol_Hill's_mystery_soda_machinehttps://www.atlasobscura.com/places/mystery-soda-machineInspired by the talk about Bananas and how that supply chain workedCapitol Hill's mystery soda machine was a vending machine in Capitol Hill, SeattleDensely populated residential district just east of Seattle's downtown business district.known for counterculture communities and vibrant nightlifehome to some of the city's most prominent local coffeehouses. David Schomer's Espresso Vivace on Broadway credited as birthplace of...
2021-09-1434 minFiring The ManTop 5 List to Inspire and Motivate You to Accomplish Your GoalsEpisode 89Welcome back to Firing the Man! Do you need the inspiration to pump yourself up in your entrepreneurial journey? Well, this episode is perfect for you. Ken and I talk about how we inspire ourselves every single day to keep doing what we’re doing. This is particularly crucial for us who have already fired the man. We chose to leave our stable jobs to take back the most precious resource any person can ever have--our time. Do you want to fire the man too but are afraid about what can hap...
2021-09-0726 minFiring The ManStep Up Your Game with Miracle Morning - FiringTheMan Book ReviewEpisode 85Welcome back to Firing the Man! In this episode, Ken and I share our thoughts about the book, “The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8AM)” written by an absolute legend, Hal Elrod. We absolutely love his 6-step process to make the most out of our mornings and transform our lives, which was abbreviated as S.A.V.E.R.S.Listen to this episode ! [00:01 - 03:50] Opening SegmentWe introduce our topic for todayKen and I talk about the author of “The Mir...
2021-08-1031 min
Two Amazon Sellers and a Microphone#132 - Amazon Seller Journey: How Two Guys Went From Side Hustle Into Firing The Man!Are you ready to Fire The Man? On this episode we talk with Ken Wilson and David Schomer about their journey from starting a side hustle to actually quitting their jobs.
David and Ken are also the hosts of the "Firing The Man" podcast.
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2021-08-0339 minFiring The ManFiringTheMan Anniversary - A Six Month Look-back at David's JourneyEpisode 84Welcome back to Firing the Man! In this episode, David opens up about his experience of firing the man. He’s been THE man in the last six months and has been enjoying the benefits of owning and controlling his own time since. Like any other ecommerce business owner, he has also faced a few bumps in the road, but his big “why” has helped him stay the course. Listen to David and learn more about his journey after firing the man! [00:01 - 03:39...
2021-08-0324 minFiring The ManProsper Show: Key Takeaways from the ConferenceEpisode 83In today’s episode, Ken and I talk about our major takeaways from the Prosper Show, a learning and networking event for established Amazon sellers who want to make their businesses more profitable and for service providers focused on offering business scaling. After the event, we felt excited not just for ourselves, but also for the entire e-commerce community. There are a couple of Amazon features that e-commerce owners should try now, and we share tips to maximize them all. Listen to this episode and get a lot of e-commerce tips fro...
2021-07-2624 minFiring The ManHow to Make More Money Utilizing Your Profit and Loss StatementEpisode 80In today’s episode we are going to take a deep dive into the profit and loss (P&L) statement covering topics such as 1) what is a P&L statement?; 2) Why is a P&L so important; 3) What to do when you receive your P&L?; and 4) What strategies Ken and I use in our own businesses to analyze our books and make decisions that drive value? Listen to the episode and know how to utilize the P&L statement! [00:01 - 05:27] Opening SegmentWhy a profit and l...
2021-07-0634 minFiring The ManIntersection of PPC & Profitability (PART 2)Episode 79We continue our discussion about pay-per-click (PPC) and profitability. This time, we discuss further the different ways to control your Total Advertising Cost of Sale (TACoS), as well as some practical tips to boost your sales, conversion rate, and ecommerce store traffic, among other important topics.By the way, do you know that Amazon owes you money? We break down how you’ll get paid. David also shares why you should charge your PPC spent on a credit card. Let’s continue our discussion on the intersection of PPC and p...
2021-06-2937 minFiring The ManIntersection of PPC & Profitability (PART 1)Episode 78In today’s episode, David and I will talk about pay-per-click (PPC) and profitability and how we can reconcile them in our businesses. We have also included a real-life case study from one of our portfolio companies, as well as a discussion of Advertising Cost of Sale (ACoS) and Total Advertising Cost of Sale (TACoS). Listen to this episode and learn how PPC and profitability intersect! [00:01 - 02:43] Opening SegmentWe introduce our topic for todayHow to reconcile PPC and profitability [02:44 - 12:59] ACoS and TACoS ...
2021-06-2223 minFiring The ManAmazon Inventory Restrictions and How to Come Out on TopEpisode 76Many e-commerce business owners are having a hard time overcoming the current Amazon inventory restrictions. That’s why in this episode David and I will be talking about the strategies we’re implementing. But that's not really it. We also want you, the Firing the Man Nation, to share your own solutions. Let’s stay the course and fight through these tough times together. Listen to this episode and learn how to overcome Amazon inventory restrictions![00:01 - 05:07] Opening SegmentWe introduce our topic for todayHow the Amazon...
2021-06-0835 minFiring The ManFailed E-Commerce Business - Lessons Learned from DavidEpisode 70In today’s episode, David will share his failed business experience and the lessons he learned from it. He realized later on, which you should realize as early as now, that just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should do it. You should consider this thought especially if you also want to fire the man. David is willing to try this business again, though, but this time, he’ll do some things differently. Listen to this episode and learn from this failed e-commerce business! [00:01 - 01:52] Opening...
2021-04-2825 minFiring The ManOff-Amazon Sales Channel News & Other Happenings in 2021Episode 68In today’s episode, we are going to talk about the top 5 articles in the eCommerce industry in the first quarter of 2021. We have talked about Amazon and where it will go upon the departure of Jeff Bezos. We’ve also shared our insights about Walmart, Target, and Shopify and their respective business models that contribute to their recent growth. David and I ended this episode on a high note with our thoughts about the almost $800-billion sales of US eCommerce in 2020. Listen to this episode and get updated on the recen...
2021-04-1339 minFiring The ManStarting an E-Commerce Business: Needs & WantsEpisode 67Are you planning to start an eCommerce business? Well, you’ve come to the right podcast episode. Today, Ken and I made a deep dive discussion about it, which we divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the needs of a business such as business name, employee identification number, and business bank account. The second part is all about Wants. They’re not really required, but they can make your life--and business--a lot better. Listen to this episode and start your eCommerce journey! [00:01 - 05:07] Opening Segment...
2021-04-0640 minFiring The ManDAVID FIRED THE MAN! - Goal Setting, Planning, and Execution of His Freedom PlanEpisode 60It’s official. David has fired the man. In this episode, David will talk about his rollercoaster journey in the last four years and the satisfaction that comes with arriving at the destination. This is a must-listen for those still in the “grind stage” and those who have not started their journeys yet. This is coming from two normal guys who just wanted to support ourselves and our families. We were also uncomfortable at first, probably just like you are right now. But we never gave up. We trusted the process, and now...
2021-02-1625 minFiring The ManRaising the Bar with our 2021 GoalsEpisode 57In this episode, we are going to talk about the goals that Ken and I set for 2021. From 15,000 to 30,000 emails? Why not 50,000? Buying an existing company or starting from scratch? We have set goals this year based on the lessons we have learned and the experiences we have gone through last year. We are sharing all these goals with you to remind us that 2021 is the year of Firing the Man. Let’s jump into the episode and raise the bar with our 2021 goals![00:01 - 03:44] Opening SegmentW...
2021-01-2635 minFiring The ManNegotiating with Suppliers like a Pro!Episode 56If you are at the stage of your e-commerce business where you want to talk with suppliers, this episode is for you. Today, Ken and I will drop a lot of golden nuggets you can pick up to turn into a pro negotiator. Based on our experience, negotiations don’t have to be purely business-related. After all, you’re still talking with people who are only living within a different culture and working with their own set of goals. Let’s dive right in and learn how to negotiate with suppliers like a...
2021-01-1934 minFiring The Man2020 Goals - A Year in ReviewEpisode 55In this episode, we review our 2020 goals. If you are a new member of Firing the Man Nation, you might want to check out Episodes 6 and 25 where we set our goals and checked their progress. We discuss the lessons learned in accomplishing these goals, whether we were successful or not, and are able to come up with valuable insights that we will carry this new year, 2021. Let’s dive right in and join us in Firing the Man![00:01 - 03:38] Opening SegmentWe introduce our topic for tod...
2021-01-1231 minFiring The ManTop 5 Strategies to Implement on the Front-End of Starting a BusinessEpisode 54Start the year by turning that idea in your head into a business. Contrary to popular belief, starting a business can be quick and easy. You can even start within 10 minutes. If you’ve been thinking about starting a business for a while now, you’ve probably read this suggestion many times: do your due diligence. However, it’s hard to do your assignment if you don’t know the questions at all. That’s what this episode is all about. Let’s dive right in and learn our top 5 strategies to start your...
2021-01-0525 minFiring The ManTop 5 Episodes in 2020 - A Year in ReviewEpisode 53Here’s an appreciation episode for the beloved members of Firing the Man Nation. Today, Ken and I will talk about our top 5 episodes of the year. The top 5 includes two interviews with two amazing entrepreneurs, one book review, and two discussions that will surely add value to your e-commerce career. If you are here for the first time, we suggest that you start with these episodes. Let’s dive right in and listen to Firing the Man’s Top 5 episodes of 2020. [00:01 - 02:29] Opening SegmentWe introduc...
2020-12-2919 minFiring The ManHow We Got Over $5,000 Back From AmazonEpisode 48In this episode, we will get to know Getida, a tool that can help Amazon sellers get thousands of reimbursement. Getida takes less than five minutes to set up. Afterwards, you can now enjoy reimbursements you never knew you could have! We’ll discuss how we can leverage this tool...and more in Firing the Man podcast. [00:01 - 03:28] Opening SegmentWe introduce our topic for today, getting reimbursements from AmazonWe talk about how we can explore 30 different ways to get money back from Amazon through the Getida toolSetting up the too...
2020-11-2416 min
Maximizing EcommerceFiring the Man with David Schomer and Ken Wilson, Ep #80In this episode, I got the opportunity to chat with serial entrepreneurs, David and Ken, who own and operate multiple 6 and 7 figure ecommerce businesses. Listen in as we talk about the journey to creating your own financial independence and designing a career in ecommerce that is meaningful to you. Connect With David & Ken Firing the Man Podcast Connect With Kevin Sanderson Facebook Group Subscribe to Maximizing Ecommerce on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, PlayerFM
2020-11-1236 minFiring The Man12 Months to $1 Million by Ryan Daniel Moran - Book ReviewEpisode 46In this episode, we will be reviewing the book, “12 Months to $1 Million: How to Pick a Winning Product, Build a Real Business, and Become a Seven-Figure Entrepreneur” by Ryan Daniel Moran. Ryan founded Capitalism.com, an online resource to teach entrepreneurs how to build successful businesses and invest the profits. More than 300 of Ryan’s students have now succeeded in building seven-figure companies using his “12 months to one million” methodology. Let’s dive right into this review and learn more about building a business from zero to a million. [00:01 - 05:02] Opening Segmen...
2020-11-1024 minKeys To The Shop : Equipping Coffee Shop Leaders241 : Founder Friday! w/ David Morris of Dillanos Coffee RoastersToday on Founder Friday we get to explore the Coffee Maverick himself, David Morris! David J. Morris is Founder and Co-CEO of Dillanos Coffee Roasters, based in Sumner, Washington. Dillanos sells wholesale coffee and other supplies to specialty coffee retailers across the U.S. and several countries. He is a serial entrepreneur, leadership expert, and commercial real estate investor. David, along with his brother Chris Heyer, have several business interests in hotels, apartments, office buildings and various other business ventures. David is also the co-author of several books including The Rolling Desk. Dillanos has been in...
2020-09-241h 17
The Trevor Rose Podcast#30: Phil & Sebastien Coffee (Phil Robertson) - An Engineer's Journey In CoffeeThis episode we are joined by Phil Robertson: co-founder of the Phil & Sebastien Coffee Company. Inspired by David Schomer’s Espresso Coffee: Professional Techniques, Phil & Sebastien started their company in late 2007 after they began to realize their engineering jobs no longer left them fulfilled. Combining inspirational trips to Seattle, a lot of trial and error, brain storming sessions and a coffee apprenticeship, Phil & Sebastien had a name and were off the races. After getting their start in Calgary's Farmer's market they haven't looked back as they have steadily added cafe's and doughnuts (Hoopla Do...
2020-08-1957 min
Cat & Cloud PodcastFrom Ristretto to S.O. EspressoWe take a walk down memory lane with Chris through his twenty years in coffee!
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The San Franciscan Roaster Co | Bill Kennedy: apple.co/3guDA6B
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Resources!
Hello from the inside (Love Mail): bit.ly/3cglvpe
Proud Mary: http://proudmarycoffee.com.au
No Kid Hungry: http://nokidhungry.org
David Schomer (Espresso Vivace): bit.ly/2XFh6as
Chris’s dolls (if you know, you know): bit.ly/3eysITq
Your Hosts!
Baca on the Gram: www.instagram.com/realchrisbaca
Baca's YouTube: www.youtube.com/realchrisbaca
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2020-06-011h 01
Verity WeaverEpisode 6: The First WorldVerity finds herself suddenly the most powerful woman in the galaxy, but the illusion of victory quickly begins to crumble when she comes to see the First World for what it really is. Real power lurks in the shadows, and the only way for Verity to confront it is to dine with the devil. Alone, hopeless, and angry, Verity must face the end of the world and watch her reality crumble. But first, a strong drink is in order…
Cast and Crew:
Verity Weaver - Alena Van Ar...
2020-03-3154 minVerity WeaverEpisode 5: The Veil of IgnoranceThree people wake up in a room. They don’t know who they are or how they got there, only that they have a task: create the perfect world. Meanwhile, Verity Weaver embarks upon a perilous journey across worlds, guided by Dr Helen Vaughn, to find her way home.
From Absence to the Clockwork Republic of Eridani, she meets new friends and foes, but at the end of the road looms an unspeakable sacrifice which will have lasting consequences for everyone.
Cast and Crew:
Verity We...
2020-03-241h 07Verity WeaverEpisode 4: EpistemiaVerity stops off on a quiet-looking planet to refuel and rest after the last few adventures, but her day takes an unexpected turn when she’s mistaken for a senior academic philosopher!
Playing along to avoid severe repercussions, Verity soon discovers that all is not as it seems in the University of Epistemia: students are being murdered, and the Department of Nootropics hides a dark secret…
Cast and Crew:
Verity Weaver - Alena Van Arendonk
Professor Helen Vaughn - Cassandra Schomer
Professor Abblesteady Hodg...
2020-03-1755 minFiring The ManDavid's StoryEpisode 003 - Everyone will get to know David and his story. What was David's first experience selling and how did that go?Serial Entrepreneur’s David Schomer and Ken Wilson share tips, advice, and insider knowledge about all things Amazon FBA and E-Commerce. Discover how you can create multiple passive income streams by selling physical products online so that you can have the time and freedom to do what you love - whether that is spending more time with family or traveling the world. Ken and David have successfully created several six and seven figure online business ventur...
2020-01-2119 minFiring The ManKen's StoryOn episode 002 you will get to know Ken and his background and a very quirky reveal?Serial Entrepreneur’s David Schomer and Ken Wilson share tips, advice, and insider knowledge about all things Amazon FBA and E-Commerce. Discover how you can create multiple passive income streams by selling physical products online so that you can have the time and freedom to do what you love - whether that is spending more time with family or traveling the world. Ken and David have successfully created several six and seven figure online business ventures. During the journey, they have had m...
2020-01-1418 minFiring The ManWhat is Firing The Man about?Episode 001Serial Entrepreneur’s David Schomer and Ken Wilson share tips, advice, and insider knowledge about all things Amazon FBA and E-Commerce. Discover how you can create multiple passive income streams by selling physical products online so that you can have the time and freedom to do what you love - whether that is spending more time with family or traveling the world. Ken and David have successfully created several six and seven figure online business ventures. During the journey, they have had major wins, losses, and lessons learned. This podcast will teach you about selling physical produc...
2020-01-0130 mindoubleshot podcast5 knih, které by si měl přečíst každý kávový nadšenecPřinášíme vám naše osobní tipy na knihy, které by neměly chybět ve vaší knihovně:
1. David C. Schomer: Espresso Coffee: Professional Techniques
2. James Hoffmann: The World Atlas of Coffee: From Beans to Brewing -- Coffees Explored, Explained and Enjoyed
3. Petra Davies Veselá: Velká kniha o kávě
4. Scott Rao: Příručka profesionálního baristy
5. Colin Harmon: What I Know About Running Coffee Shops
Bonus: Zdeněk Žáček: Nad šálkem plným vůně
2019-08-0211 min
Boise CoffeeS2 Episode 12: Developing Latte Art & Perfecting EspressoYou are reading S2 Episode 12: Developing Latte Art & Perfecting Espresso from Boise Coffee. Please share it with friends!
Making coffee is as much an art as it is a science. As with any culinary endeavor, the amount of time and energy you put into the ingredients, the preparation, the creation, and the presentation of a cup of coffee or espresso, the better the end product will be. The ingredients of a cup of coffee start at the farm where coffee beans are grown and continues through the processing, storing, and roasting.
As I...
2016-07-0119 minCoffee CanonS2 Episode 12: Developing Latte Art & Perfecting EspressoYou are reading S2 Episode 12: Developing Latte Art & Perfecting Espresso from Boise Coffee. Please share it with friends!
Making coffee is as much an art as it is a science. As with any culinary endeavor, the amount of time and energy you put into the ingredients, the preparation, the creation, and the presentation of a cup of coffee or espresso, the better the end product will be. The ingredients of a cup of coffee start at the farm where coffee beans are grown and continues through the processing, storing, and roasting.
As I...
2016-07-0119 min