In this podcast episode, Kristin Ostrander, the host of the Amazon Files podcast, reflects on Memorial Day and thanks service men and women for their dedication to protecting American freedom. She also celebrates the 300th official episode of the podcast and discusses the therapeutic benefits of podcasting. Kristin emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and experiences with others. Additionally, she talks about the topics of competition, measuring success, and examining the...

Running a business is no walk in the park - and building an Amazon business is no different. As the owners of our business, we wear many hats and have many tasks to accomplish in order to build our Amazon empires. It’s not uncommon for Amazon sellers to begin feeling overwhelmed and begin contemplating whether they should just throw in the towel on their business and move on to something less stressful and overwhelming.

But, should you really stop selling on Amazon?

In this podcast, we...

Are you interested in thrifting or using thrift items to resell? 

If so,  then you are likely wondering what to look out for and what items would turn a good profit. You might be unsure of the Amazon standards that relate to used and unused items, or perhaps you are already reselling thrift items on eBay and are considering doing the same on Amazon.

In this podcast, we share the do’s and don’ts of thrifting for Amazon. From yards sales, estate sales, and thrift stores,...

Have you noticed all the Big Box Retailers going out of the business in the past 5 years? Shopping is making a huge shift and we all need to keep up with the latest information in order to stay in business. Today we want to discuss what we can learn from the stores that have gone out of business so that we can make sure to safeguard our own income and stay relevant in today's ever changing marketplace.

We can learn a lot from the failures of big box retailers like Toys ‘R’ Us....

This is a perfect time of year to reflect on the past and project where you see yourself in the future. Looking back on all that you’ve accomplished this past year and looking forward to the future of bigger and better dreams. This is a time to focus on what has happened and what could be. It can be magical!

With 2018 coming to an end, many Amazon business owners will be taking the time to reflect on the past year. Every entrepreneur experiences business successes and failures, and...

Are you constantly disappointed in your Amazon sales or maybe you had high hopes that have been deflated? 

This is the podcast for you! WE CAN FIX YOU UP!

Every business takes time and patience to grow and build. Having realistic expectations while selling on Amazon will help move you forward in a positive and consistent way.

Everyone wants to shoot for the moon when they set up their Amazon business but doing so may lead to unnecessary disappointment. If you set your goals and...

As humans, we all tend to struggle with things like motivation, procrastination, and fear. Often, we need an outside nudge to step out of our comfort zone or someone to check in with us and help celebrate our progress. In these instances, an accountability partner can play a significant role in your growth as an entrepreneur and the growth of your business.

This episode is part of our Inner Entrepreneur Series. We discuss the five ways an accountability partner will help you conquer your...

As business owners, we are often our own worst enemy when it comes to achieving our goals, reaching our dreams, and creating the success we desire. We talk a lot about how to run a business, but it is also important to talk about the person behind the business. Your mindset, whether positive or negative, can be the single most important determining factor that can help you achieve your goals - or hold you back.

This episode is part of our Inner Entrepreneur Series. We discuss the top three...