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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2025 · 9 MIN

Episode 104: 3 Categories I HATE To Sell On as an Amazon Seller

from The eCommerce Blueprint w/ AskJimmySmith · host Jimmy Smith

Are you an Amazon FBA seller wondering which categories might be more trouble than they're worth? In this video, I reveal the three categories I HATE selling on Amazon—and why you might want to avoid them too! While some sellers make millions in these categories, I break down the real risks that could cost you time, money, and your account health. If you're a new or experienced Amazon reseller, this is a must-watch before you decide what to sell! Amazon sellers and eCommerce entrepreneurs over $5k per month in sales: If you're ready to scale your Amazon business to new heights, APPLY HERE to join the Business Building Legends community: https://www.askjimmysmith.com/legends Not there yet? If you're just starting out or earning less than $5,000 per month on Amazon, YOU are why I make all my best resources FREE. I have nothing to sell you. Access my FREE 30-day training and other tools here: https://www.askjimmysmith.com/freetraining Chapters: 00:00 Intro: The 3 Amazon Categories I Avoid 00:50 Who Am I? (Jimmy’s Amazon Selling Experience) 01:13 Category #1: Electronics (Counterfeits, Returns & Transparency Issues) 03:48 Category #2: Clothing & Shoes (Cash Flow Problems & High Returns) 06:42 Category #3: Health & Beauty (IP Complaints & Brand Gating) 08:23 Should You Ever Sell in These Categories? 08:41 How to Scale Your Amazon Business (Join Business Building Legends!) 09:05 Final Thoughts & Free Amazon Seller Resources Other eCommerce Training and Business Building Links: Free Amazon Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/mstgroup The Proven Amazon Course: https://bit.ly/paccourse eBay Training Community: https://treasurehuntingprofits.com Amazon Coaching (affiliate): https://bit.ly/jimcockrumcoaching eCommerce Accounting Services: https://ecommerceaccountingllc.com Replen Dashboard: https://www.replendashboard.com Affiliates and Discount Links: Aura Repricer: https://bit.ly/replensgoaura Helium10 (Discounts): https://bit.ly/helium10ajs Disclaimer: While all of these success stories/testimonials are from real people and we get more each and every day, please understand however that the results posted are not typical. I'm not implying you’ll duplicate them or that you’ll get any results at all! Your results will vary greatly and will depend on many factors including your experience, work ethic and other factors as well. The fact is, the average person who buys any business course or training gets little to no results. The results I share here and in other places are for reference only. Business always involves risk and your best chance of success is to take consistent, intentional action. We can equip and inspire you, but no one, including me can guarantee your results! #AmazonFBA #AmazonSeller #Ecommerce #FBA #OnlineBusiness #AmazonSellingTips #Reselling #Arbitrage #Wholesale #Entrepreneurship

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