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Amazon FBA Account Health: What Sellers Get Wrong (IP Complaints, CSM Reviews, Inauthentic)➕ Join OAC+ - The premier community for Amazon sellers looking to grow their business and become better business owners: https://www.oachallenge.com/plus🔥 Grab a 14-day FREE Trial to SellerAmp (Profit calculator, sales estimator, and sourcing tool): https://www.selleramp.com/oachallenge📦 Want to speed up listing, shipping, and analytics? Check out Boxem free for 14 days: https://www.oachallenge.com/boxem💳 See our most recommended Credit Cards: https://cleartheshelf.com/creditcardYour Amazon account is ONE violation away from permanent deactivation. Joy Williams from Seller Basics reveals the account health mistakes costing sellers their businesses and exactly how to protect yourself.🔗 Seller Basics: https://sellerbasics.com📱 Join the Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sellerbasics2.0 (free for all sellers)FOLLOW US: 🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic00:00 - Introduction: Why Account Health Matters More Than Sales08:15 - The #1 Mistake: Ignoring Your Account Health Dashboard15:42 - Section 3 Reviews: Required Documents & Video Call Prep24:30 - Supplier Red Flags (Avoid Scams)35:18 - Gray Market Goods42:50 - IP Complaints & Counterfeit Claims: Fight or Let It Drop?53:25 - Brand Registry Abuse: When Brands Weaponize Violations1:02:40 - Documentation Framework: Invoices, Receipts & Proof1:14:35 - Q4 Survival Guide: ODR & Merchant Fulfilled Disasters1:23:10 - Close vs. Delete Listings: The Critical Difference1:31:45 - Appeal Strategies: What Works (And What Gets You Banned)1:42:20 - Voice of Customer: The Most Underutilized Tool1:48:55 - Final Advice: Prevention Over Emergency Room Visits
Amazon FBA Gift Card Strategy: Add 5-7% Profit Instantly
Tuesday, November 11, 2025 • Duration 01:52:49
How Amazon FBA sellers are adding 5-7% to their margins instantly using discount gift cards. Plus the credit card strategies that unlock $100K+ in 0% APR capital.➕ Join OAC+ - The premier community for Amazon sellers looking to grow their business and become better business owners: https://www.oachallenge.com/plus🔥 Grab a 14-day FREE Trial to SellerAmp (Profit calculator, sales estimator, and sourcing tool): https://www.selleramp.com/oachallenge📦 Want to speed up listing, shipping, and analytics? Check out Boxem free for 14 days: https://www.oachallenge.com/boxem💳 See our most recommended Credit Cards: https://cleartheshelf.com/creditcardTaylor Thomas from Arbitrage Card shares the exact systems top sellers use to maximize profits through gift card arbitrage, avoid the $3,000+ balance mistakes most sellers make, and leverage business credit cards for massive travel rewards and cash flow advantages.Check out Arbitrage Card here: https://arbitragecard.com/FOLLOW US: 🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic--------------------TIMESTAMPS0:00 - Introduction: Gift Cards & Credit Card Strategies for Amazon FBA8:45 - How Discount Gift Cards Add 5-7% to Your Margins Instantly15:32 - Gift Card 101: Overcoming Complexity and Managing Balances23:12 - The $3,000 Mistake: Hidden Gift Card Balances Hurt Your Profit31:45 - Advanced Gift Card Strategy: Custom Amounts & Chrome Extension47:30 - Credit Card Hacking: How I Got $142K in 0% APR Capital1:02:15 - The Incognito Method: 200K Point Bonuses on Amex Cards1:18:45 - Credit Limit Reallocation Strategy Explained1:28:30 - Travel Hacking for Amazon Sellers: Maximizing Point Redemptions1:42:18 - Stacking Discounts: The 5-Layer Profit System1:48:50 - Common Credit Card Mistakes That Destroy Your Score1:54:35 - Best Zero Percent APR Cards for Amazon Sellers2:03:40 - Final Recommendations & Where to Learn More
How Ryan Makes $166K/mo with Amazon Online Arbitrage in 20 Hours Per Week
Sunday, September 7, 2025 • Duration 01:04:01
Learn how Ryan makes $2M a year with online arbitrage on Amazon in just 20 hours per week.
➕ Join OAC+ - The premier community for Amazon sellers looking to grow their business and become better business owners: https://www.oachallenge.com/plus
🔥 Grab a 14-day FREE Trial to SellerAmp (Profit calculator, sales estimator, and sourcing tool): https://www.selleramp.com/oachallenge
📦 Want to speed up listing, shipping, and analytics? Check out Boxem free for 14 days: https://www.oachallenge.com/boxem
Ryan shares his complete transition from retail arbitrage to online arbitrage, revealing his replenishment-heavy strategy (85% of business), prep center setup, and the systems that gave him his life back. Learn how he manages $150K in inventory, uses lead lists effectively, and maintains 20% minimum ROI while prioritizing velocity over margins.
Perfect for intermediate to advanced Amazon FBA sellers ready to scale their online arbitrage business systematically.
CONNECT WITH RYAN:
X: @ArbitrageLife | Instagram: @RyanKimuraFBA
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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)
🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy
How to Find $50K of Profitable Amazon to Amazon Flips Every Month
Tuesday, September 2, 2025 • Duration 01:44:55
Learn how Saul is able to find over $50,000 a month in profitable Amazon to Amazon Flips.
♻️ Learn More About Amazon to Amazon Flips Here - https://www.oachallenge.com/az-az-flips-challenge/
➕ Join OAC+ - The premier community for Amazon sellers looking to grow their business and become better business owners: https://www.oachallenge.com/plus🔥 Grab a 14-day FREE Trial to SellerAmp (Profit calculator, sales estimator, and sourcing tool): https://www.selleramp.com/oachallenge📦 Want to speed up listing, shipping, and analytics? Check out Boxem free for 14 days: https://www.oachallenge.com/boxem
Learn the exact strategies, tools, and mindset shifts needed to scale your Amazon FBA business through Amazon to Amazon arbitrage. Saul breaks down everything from sourcing methods to account safety, margin expectations, and advanced techniques like debundling.Whether you're doing online arbitrage, retail arbitrage, or looking to add a new income stream to your Amazon business, this episode reveals actionable strategies you can implement immediately.--------------------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/ ✅ 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--------------------[00:00] Introduction to Amazon to Amazon Flips [05:26] 500K+ Monthly Flip Opportunities Revealed [14:36] Profit Margins and Scaling Strategies [25:46] The Anatomy of Perfect Amazon Flips [38:30] Why OA sellers struggle with A2A[46:17] Debundling: Turn $10 Into $70+ Profit [1:06:55] Account Safety and Risk Management [1:22:41] 3:1 Risk Ratio System Explained
The Ultimate Guide to Brand Direct Wholesale on Amazon with Caj Robinson
Friday, August 15, 2025 • Duration 01:02:40
The Ultimate Guide to Brand Direct Wholesale on Amazon with Caj Robinson
🔥 Grab a 14-day FREE Trial to SellerAmp (Profit calculator, sales estimator, and sourcing tool): https://www.selleramp.com/oachallenge
📦 Want to speed up listing, shipping, and analytics? Check out Boxem free for 14 days: https://www.oachallenge.com/boxem
➕ Join OAC+. The premier community for Amazon sellers looking to grow their business and become better business owners: https://www.oachallenge.com/plus
Learn the secrets to mastering brand direct wholesale, securing exclusive partnerships, and optimizing your Amazon listings from Caj Robinson.
Whether you're an online arbitrage expert or just starting in retail arbitrage, this episode is packed with actionable insights to add another dimension to your Amazon business.
Learn how to pitch brands, manage relationships, and enjoy long-term success on Amazon.
Find Caj on Twitter here: https://x.com/CajuaRobinson
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RESOURCES FOR YOU:
🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)
🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy
STOP Selling Solo: The Playbook for Amazon Sellers to Grow
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 • Duration 01:18:48
STOP Selling Solo: The Playbook for Amazon Sellers to GrowIn this episode we talk with Miles ( @Flips4Miles ) about how he leveraged social media to grow his business. What works, what doesn't work, and why you should spend time creating content even if you don't want to be an influencer or offer a service.We also dive into mindset and discuss the most helpful things Miles has learned over the last several years in this space.Like what you heard?
Smash that like button, subscribe for more tactical Amazon seller content, and join our email list at https://www.cleartheshelf.com/newsletter for exclusive resources.Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments—we read every one.
----------🧮 Get the SellerAmp Profit Calculator & Sourcing Tool Here: www.selleramp.com/oachallenge📦 Ship Smarter with Boxem (14 Day Free Trial): https://cleartheshelf.com/boxem 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/ ✅ 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
The FULL Amazon Replens Plan That Made Grant Douglas $2M/Year
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 • Duration 01:35:56
The FULL Amazon Replens Plan That Made Grant Douglas $2M/YearIn this episode we interview Grant Douglas. He's built a successful Amazon business on replens and outsourcing. Grant is able to work on his business around 20 hours a week and the systems keep it running.In this episode he unpacks exactly how he does it so you can replicate his success.Like what you heard?
Smash that like button, subscribe for more tactical Amazon seller content, and join our email list at https://www.cleartheshelf.com/newsletter for exclusive resources.Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments—we read every one.
----------🧮 Get the SellerAmp Profit Calculator & Sourcing Tool Here: www.selleramp.com/oachallenge📦 Ship Smarter with Boxem (14 Day Free Trial): https://boxem.com 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/ ✅ 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
$25M Seller Reveals the #1 Mistake Killing New Arbitrage Sellers
Friday, July 4, 2025 • Duration 01:47:14
What happens when Amazon pulls the rug out from under your most profitable brand? Most sellers panic. Jeff Storch built a plan and scaled to $25M a year. In this no-fluff episode of the Clear the Shelf podcast, Jeff returns to talk about brand gating, sourcing like a machine, scaling smart, and turning Amazon returns into pure profit. Whether you're a beginner just cracking into online arbitrage or a seasoned seller juggling OA, RA, and wholesale—this is the tactical roadmap you didn’t know you needed. Here’s what you’ll learn: • The real reason behind Amazon's wave of brand restrictions (and how to protect your inventory) • Why single-brand reliance is a death sentence for Amazon sellers • How Jeff runs a full-blown returns department that monetizes "unsellable" products • What it actually takes to build a $25M/year arbitrage business (hint: reps and systems) • The diversification playbook Jeff used to survive Nike shutdowns, supplier limits, and the Adidas-gate saga • Why returns, eBay, and even brick-and-mortar stores matter more than you think • The #1 hiring mistake most sellers make when scaling If you're serious about Amazon FBA especially online arbitrage, retail arbitrage, or wholesale sourcing this episode is your unfair advantage. Like what you heard? Smash that like button, subscribe for more tactical Amazon seller content, and join our email list at https://www.cleartheshelf.com/newsletter] for exclusive resources. Drop your biggest takeaway in the comments—we read every one.
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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 🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic
How to Reinvest Amazon Profits the RIGHT Way (Nick Huber's Playbook)
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 • Duration 01:05:12
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!
17 Proven Tips to Make More Money on Amazon FBA
Saturday, April 5, 2025 • Duration 01:58:28
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 --------------------
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