TAS 418: Ask Scott Session #129 - Test Order and Your LOGO - Influencer Marketing Tips - Prohibitive Product Confusion

What is that next tip or idea that will take your brand to the next level? It could be just around the corner! It’s time for another session of Ask Scott here on The Amazing Seller Podcast! On this episode, you’ll hear Scott share his thought of the week and address questions submitted by listeners like you. Scott covers topics including tips on how to connect with a Social Media influencer, securing a test order for your product, dealing with products on Amazon’s prohibited list and much more. You don’t want to miss out on this helpful episode! Don’t Give Up As you are putting in all this time and effort to build up your ecommerce business, do you ever feel like you are about to give up? Does your goal feel like it’s getting further and further each day instead of closer? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott delivers some motivation and inspiration that could be just what you need to keep going. Scott came across a helpful saying that has really resonated with him, “The moment you are ready to quit is usually the moment right before a miracle happens, don’t give up!” Doesn’t that hit home for you? Make sure you check out this episode to get more helpful insights like this one from Scott! How to Approach a Social Media Influencer Do you have a great product that you know just needs the right person to promote it? It might be time for you to reach out to an influential personality on Instagram or YouTube. But you might be thinking, “Where do I even start to approach a personality like that?” You are in luck! On this episode of The Amazing Seller, Scott goes over a helpful strategy and approach that removes the unknowns and helps you get started. If you think the time is right for your brand, don’t delay! Listen to this episode and get the info you need to push forward so you can see the growth you’ve been looking for! Is a Prohibited Product worth the Risk? It can be really difficult to find the perfect product to start selling on Amazon. It’s not impossible but when you find a product that has a lot of potential, you don't’ want to pass it up too easily. So what do you do when you find out that a perfect product you found is actually on Amazon’s prohibited list? On this episode of The Amazing Seller, you’ll hear from Scott as he goes over his advice for dealing with products listed on Amazon’s prohibited list. You don’t want to deal with one of those products without getting the input from someone like Scott. Make sure to grab a pen and paper for this episode! OUTLINE OF THIS EPISODE OF THE AMAZING SELLER [0:03] Scott’s introduction to this episode of the podcast! [4:30] Scott shares his thought of the week. [8:00] Sometimes you need to take a break and have fun! [12:00] Question #1: How do I start with my first product without placing a huge order? [17:00] Question #2: Is there a standard way and time to approach an influencer? [26:30] Question #3: Should I proceed with a product that is on Amazon’s prohibited list? [34:00] Take one step at a time! RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE www.theamazingseller.com/ask www.theamazingseller.com/dallas www.aliexpress.com www.alibaba.com www.theamazingseller.com/workshop www.theamazingseller.com/293