In 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 launching and growing a business.

David also provides insights on Amazon's advertising strategies and shares the significance of preparing financially before transitioning full-time into e-commerce. He also discusses the Amazon Handmade program, offering Etsy sellers practical advice on expanding to Amazon with hero products.

The discussion includes the pros and cons of selling on Amazon, the potential for marketplace expansion, and tips for managing PPC effectively.

In this episode, we discuss:

[01:36] Meet David Schomer: From Corporate America to Amazon Success

[05:20] David's First Product and Lessons Learned

[07:27] Navigating Amazon FBA, FBM, and Handmade

[10:37] The Importance of Research and Strategy on Amazon

[20:30] Advertising and PPC Strategies

[23:17] Expanding Your Business: International Markets and Handmade

[28:18] Advice for Etsy Sellers Considering Amazon

Connect with David:

Website: https://firingtheman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firingtheman/

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/firing-the-man/id1493680004