If you sell on Amazon I’ve got to congratulate you. 

You have climbed the highest ecommerce mountain on earth.  And if you have established a foundation on Amazon it is time to diversify. 

In this episode of The Amazon Files, I’m holding your hand and diving into the benefits of selling on multiple platforms. It is easier than you think!

Diversifying E-Commerce: A Path to Financial Stability and Wealth

Hey Hey everyone, I'm Kristin Ostrander, the voice behind the...

Are you overwhelmed by the growing to-do list of running your e-commerce business? 

If so, this is definitely your solution!

This episode is a game-changer for entrepreneurs seeking efficiency and growth. And today, I'm joined by Brittany Brewer from FreeUp, a leading platform for hiring e-commerce freelancers.

Discover how hiring freelancers can be a complete game changer for your Amazon and e-commerce business, freeing up valuable time and resources. 

We'll uncover how leveraging...

I'm excited to share the insights from my recent conversation with Jason Somerville, a founding member of GW Partners. We had an enlightening discussion about the strategies of scaling and the changing landscape of Amazon.

In this podcast episode, Kristin Ostrander interviews Jason Somerville, a founding member of GW Partners, about scaling strategies and the changing landscape of Amazon. They discuss how GW Partners helps companies plan for future events and provide comprehensive support....

You’ve heard it takes money to make money. I agree with that 100% if you are a startup. Once you are an established business owner there are many ways to grow your business without investing more money. Money helps but I am going to challenge you to use something else that will help you grow. 

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How are you going to grow your business with no money? Can you grow a business with no money? I understand that it takes money to make money. I am talking to...

Let’s be honest. Most of us feel like quitting sometimes. When things get hard we look for ways to ease the pain and sometimes quitting seems like the best option. I want to walk with you on this journey because the struggle is real but so are the solutions!

Have you ever felt like quitting? When you felt like giving up. When things get hard, we look for ways to ease the pain, and sometimes quitting seems like the absolute best option. I consider myself a serious player in the game....

Are you ready to see what your business REALLY looks like on the inside? From simple data points to purpose and direction, this episode is only for serious business owners who are done playing too small. Grab your pen. You’re going to want to write this down! 

Know what to do and how to stop playing small and start chasing after what you really want! So grab your pen and take down notes, contemplate and think about this because this will give you an accurate assessment of your...

The holidays are a great time to reflect on the past year and set goals for the coming one. 

I see you…

Working hard on your products and listings!

Fulfilling your amazon orders back to back!

Slaying Q4 like a BOSS!

I am so proud of you!

BUT… I would be a terrible business coach if I didn’t remind you that a BRAND NEW YEAR begins very soon.

Many Amazon FBA business owners get caught up in the exciting holiday rush and extreme profits of Q4 and forget that just as...

If you're a new or advanced Amazon seller, then you know that maximizing your sales is key to success. 

And if you're looking for a tool that can help you do just that, then look no further than Helium 10. 

Helium 10 is a powerful tool that can help you find new opportunities and optimize your listings. 

With its suite of powerful tools and awesome chrome extension, Helium 10 can get you insights into your competition, determine sales volume, manage your inventory like a pro,...

Do you ever feel like you're guessing what keywords to use for your Amazon listing? 

If so, you're not alone!

It can be tough to know which keywords will bring in buyers and actually sell products. 

Luckily, there are tools to help you decipher exactly what keywords Amazon shoppers are searching for, and by far the BEST tool I have found for Amazon keyword research is…

MerchantWords!

MerchantWords is the perfect tool for Amazon sellers because it gives you access to the...

The number one question I’ve been getting recently is about Brand Registry because Amazon has been changing the rules as they try to protect bigger brands.

So today, I’m getting into those questions, from what brand registry does and why you as an Amazon seller need it to tips on packaging and understanding class of goods.

First, though, I open the episode with an overview of what Brand Registry is on Amazon and what the requirements are to get it. These include a US trademark...