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Now displaying: August, 2016
Aug 25, 2016

On today’s episode we are going to answer some listener questions again. Today’s questions have to do with credit. You guys asked us, “How do I build business credit?” and “Why should I use credit vs. cash?”

We answer these questions today and give you some insight into how interest rates and loans work for businesses.

The points for “How do I build business credit?”

  • Why it’s important to have good personal credit.
  • Issues that can affect a bank loan.
  • Why time changes credit negotiations.
  • Why you need PayPal to do business overseas.

The points for “Why should I use credit vs. cash?”

  • The benefits of credit.
  • Credit as a tool.
  • Cash as a tool.
  • How to keep money in your company, while keeping up with inventory.
  • How to build credit with vendors.
  • Why you should only use credit for inventory.
  • What are “net terms?”

Some of the other topics we discussed today:

  • How to negotiate free shipping.
  • Why you should always use cash if possible.
  • What is the best percentage of interest?
  • When to say no to the interest.

This turned out to be a pretty deep subject today. We’re glad we can offer some help or insight for you guys.

Resources:

Cuttingboard.com

Color It

If you have any questions or anything you’d like us to discuss on the podcast please go to ecomcrew.com and fill out the contact form. Also we would really appreciate if you would leave us a review on iTunes. Thanks for listening!







Aug 18, 2016

Well we are both are back from our Asia trips and we’re ready to get back into the swing of the podcast. We record these episodes in batches and we’re getting ready for a new one. We also plan on doing a follow up episode on “Cash is King.” So keep an eye out for that.

We’re simply going to be answering a listener's questions today.

We received a two part question from Ryan. He asked us “Is there a point when having too many products can hurt your store?” and followed up with “Does it make sense to remove low margin items in favor of high margin products?”

We answer both of these questions based on our experiences. If you are having a problem with these kind of issues, this episode could be useful to you.

The points of our first answer:

  • Why having too many products can be a problem.
  • The only reason to keep so many.
  • How it makes inventory easier.
  • How your sales stats can help pare down a large product list.

The points of our second answer:

  • What are the customers buying?
  • How 3PL makes things easier.
  • How the business stats can help influence your decision.
  • When to raise prices,
  • When to mark-up a product.
  • How to avoid being a mere peddler.
  • The advantages of cultivating a brand and what that can mean for your products.

Resources Mentioned Today:

Cuttingboard.com

Colorit.com

Icewraps.com

If you have any questions or anything you’d like us to discuss on the podcast please go to ecomcrew.com and fill out the contact form. Also we would really appreciate if you would leave us a review on iTunes. Thanks for listening!


Aug 11, 2016

Hello this is Grant Chen bringing you today’s episode. Today we talk with Chris McCabe of eCommerce Chris. Chris’s business helps seller who have been suspended, blacklisted, or are under investigation by Amazon.

Amazon has created a complex system which is supposed to weed out the bad apples and protect the customers and reputable sellers. The problem is there are policy issues and Standard Operation Procedures that can keep a seller from using their account.

That is where Chris comes in; Chris is a former Amazon employee and has inside understanding of Amazon’s process. He teaches people how to cooperate with Amazon and regain control of their accounts.

During today’s episode Chris shares what he does for his clients and how you can avoid the suspensions and investigations of Amazon.

Today’s points:

  • What eCommerce Chris does for Amazon Sellers
  • Chris’s background with Amazon
  • The issues Chris helps with for sellers
  • Amazon’s stricter policies
  • Why many sellers need to change their business models
  • Why a seller shouldn’t rely on closeout sales and liquidations
  • How to produce good supply documentation
  • Chris’s plans for SCOE Conference
  • Common mistakes sellers make with Amazon
  • The 4 main infractions
  • How to be proactive with a suspension case
  • How not to be passive
  • How to think like an investigator
  • Amazon vs. eBay
  • Why Chris only hires former Amazon Sellers

Today’s Resources:

eCommerce Chris

Ecom Crew

SCOE Conference

Amazon

Chris’s Course

If you have any questions or anything you’d like us to discuss on the podcast please go to ecomcrew.com and fill out the contact form. Also we would really appreciate if you would leave us a review on iTunes. Thanks for listening!




Aug 4, 2016

This is Mike Jackness with Ecom Crew. On today’s episode I’m going to tell you about my recent trip to China. I want to stress that these types of trips are essential if you are going to do business with Chinese manufacturers.

My trip consisted of 3 places; Shanghai, Pon, and Na-Jing. At all these places I visited some of my suppliers. During this visit I made some notes for future visits. So I’m going to share some of the tips and observations I made during this last visit to China.

The tips I cover today:

  • How valuable the Canton Fair is to overseas trade
  • China’s great public rail system
  • Why you should not go to China in the summer
  • Why staying in American hotel chains is best
  • The importance of knowing the culture of your hosts
  • Bring gifts for your hosts
  • Always think about the long term

If you have any questions or anything you’d like us to discuss on the podcast please go to ecomcrew.com and fill out the contact form. Also we would really appreciate if you would leave us a review on iTunes. Thanks for listening!

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