Clear the Shelf with Chris & Chris

By: Chris Grant & Chris Racic
  • Summary

  • The show that meets at the intersection of education and entertainment to discuss online arbitrage, retail arbitrage, wholesale, and all facets of selling on Amazon. We'll bring you news, tactics, strategies, insights, stories, and interviews to help you grow your Amazon business. Welcome to the show!
    Chris Grant & Chris Racic
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Episodes
  • How Dan Built a $20M Wholesale Business on Amazon
    Jan 13 2025

    In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, join Chris Grant as he sits down with Dan, the mastermind behind a $20M per year Amazon wholesale business.

    Learn Dan's strategies for sourcing wholesale suppliers, building brand relationships, and overcoming account suspensions.

    Follow Dan Here:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1000asins/

    Twitter: https://x.com/1000asins

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • Dan's journey from retail arbitrage to dominating Amazon with wholesale.

    • The exact steps to secure wholesale accounts, even with a limited budget.

    • Tools and strategies like SmartScout that helped Dan grow his empire.

    • Why managing cash flow and relationships with suppliers is critical.

    • Actionable advice on scaling your business while avoiding common pitfalls.

    Dan also shares how to stand out to brands, manage inventory efficiently, and navigate challenges like MAP pricing and Amazon competition. If you’ve ever dreamed of scaling your Amazon business to millions, this is the episode for you!

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    RESOURCES FOR YOU:

    🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)

    🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy

    🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com

    🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge

    🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge

    🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

    🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking


    SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

    ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/

    ✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12

    ✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive

    ✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts

    ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html

    ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy


    FOLLOW US:

    🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf

    🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic

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    0:00 - Introduction: Meet Dan and His $20M Wholesale Business

    3:20 - How Dan Got Started in Retail Arbitrage Before Moving to Wholesale

    7:45 - The Key Differences Between Arbitrage and Wholesale Selling on Amazon

    12:30 - Finding the Right Suppliers: Dan’s Approach to Building Relationships

    16:50 - Overcoming Challenges When Starting Out in Wholesale

    21:10 - How to Secure Wholesale Accounts with a Limited Budget

    25:40 - Tools Dan Uses to Streamline Wholesale Sourcing (e.g., SmartScout)

    30:15 - The Importance of Managing Cash Flow in a Wholesale Business

    35:25 - Understanding MAP Pricing and How to Navigate It Effectively

    40:00 - Standing Out to Brands and Building Long-Term Partnerships

    44:30 - Strategies for Managing Inventory and Avoiding Stockouts

    49:10 - Reinvesting Profits to Scale Your Wholesale Business

    54:00 - Dan’s Advice for Handling Amazon Competition in Wholesale

    58:45 - Lessons Learned from Mistakes in Growing to $20M

    1:03:15 - How to Stay Compliant with Amazon Policies in Wholesale

    1:08:40 - Leveraging Data to Make Better Sourcing Decisions

    1:13:30 - Scaling Beyond $1M: Dan’s Tips for Long-Term Growth

    1:17:50 - Closing Thoughts: Dan’s Best Advice for New Wholesale Sellers

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    48 mins
  • How Sarah Sells $800,000+ Across Amazon, Walmart, and TikTok
    Dec 21 2024

    In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic chat with Sarah, aka Arbitrage Avenue, about how she built multiple income streams across platforms like Walmart, Amazon, and TikTok.

    She mostly does retail arbitrage for Amazon and Walmart. But, she also creates content for TikTok affiliates, the Amazon Influencer Program and gets paid to create user-generated content (UGC).

    Sarah shares the strategies behind her success and how she juggles multiple revenue streams.

    What you’ll learn:

    • How Sarah started selling on Walmart and Amazon, and her journey to seven figures

    • The pros and cons of Walmart vs. Amazon for arbitrage sellers

    • Why UGC (User-Generated Content) is a game-changer for online entrepreneurs

    • Practical tips for using tools like ScanPower to source for Walmart and Amazon simultaneously

    • How Sarah scaled her business while staying true to her family-first values

    Sarah dropped tons of gems in this episode and gives actionable tips on scaling your e-commerce business, diversifying income streams, and leveraging platforms like Walmart, Amazon, and TikTok.

    Follow Sarah Here:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arbitrage.avenue

    Twitter: https://x.com/ArbitrageAvenue

    FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/454861203557022


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    RESOURCES FOR YOU:

    🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)
    🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy
    🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com
    🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge
    🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge
    🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

    🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking

    SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

    ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/
    ✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12
    ✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive
    ✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts
    ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html
    ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy

    FOLLOW US:


    🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf
    🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic

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    0:00 - Introduction: Meet Sarah and Her Multi-Platform Selling Journey
    3:10 - How Sarah Started Selling on Walmart and Amazon
    6:25 - The Pros and Cons of Selling on Walmart vs. Amazon
    10:40 - Using Tools Like ScanPower for Arbitrage Success
    14:20 - Scaling to Multiple Revenue Streams: Walmart, Amazon, and TikTok
    18:30 - How Sarah Balances Family Life with Her Business
    22:45 - Leveraging the Amazon Influencer Program for Passive Income
    26:50 - The Power of User-Generated Content (UGC) in Building a Brand
    31:15 - Tips for Creating Effective UGC for E-Commerce Platforms
    35:40 - Sarah’s Approach to Finding Profitable Arbitrage Opportunities
    39:10 - How to Get Started with Walmart Arbitrage
    43:00 - Managing Inventory Across Multiple Platforms
    47:30 - Overcoming Challenges in Multi-Platform Selling
    51:20 - TikTok Marketing for E-Commerce Success
    55:10 - Sarah’s Tips for Staying Consistent and Scaling Over Time
    59:40 - The Importance of Diversifying Your Income Streams
    1:03:20 - Final Advice for New and Experienced Sellers
    1:07:30 - Closing Thoughts and Takeaways from Sarah’s Journey

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • How Amazon Sellers Can repair Their Credit for Free | A Step-by-Step Guide
    Dec 16 2024

    Struggling with credit issues? Don’t let bad credit hold back your Amazon business growth!

    In this episode of The Clear the Shelf Podcast, Chris Grant and Chris Racic dive deep into actionable steps to fix your credit for FREE and leverage better credit for scaling your Amazon FBA business.

    Whether you've made mistakes in the past or simply want to optimize your credit score, this episode has the strategies you need.Just make sure to wield credit wisely!

    What you’ll learn:

    • How to access and analyze your credit report for errors

    • The power of dispute letters: How to use them effectively

    • Proven negotiation tactics for reducing or eliminating old debts

    • Step-by-step methods to rebuild credit, including secured cards and credit builder loans

    • Expert tips for maintaining and optimizing your credit utilization

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    RESOURCES FOR YOU:

    🧰 https://www.ClearTheShelf.com (The Blog)

    🧰 Keepa Academy - https://www.oachallenge.com/keepa-academy

    🧰 OA Challenge - https://www.OAChallenge.com

    🧰 Repricer Challenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/repricer-challenge

    🧰 RabbitTrailChallenge (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/rabbit-trail-challenge

    🧰 revROI Chrome Extension (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/revroi-extension

    🧰 Goal Tracking Spreadsheet (Free) - https://cleartheshelf.com/goal-tracking


    SOFTWARE & SERVICES I USE & RECOMMEND:

    ✅ IP Alert (Code YT30 to Save $30) - https://entreresource.com/ip-alert-2/

    ✅ Tactical Arbitrage (Code CLEARTHESHELF for a 10-Day Trial) - https://tacticalarbitrage.com/?frnd=12

    ✅ Boxem - https://cleartheshelf.com/BoxemLive

    ✅ AURA Repricer (Code CTS to Save 20% Off Your First 3 Months) - https://goaura.com/cts

    ✅ RevSeller (Code PRO20 to Save $20) - https://www.revseller.com/32851/258.html

    ✅ OA Buddy (Code CLEARTHESHELF Saves $20): https://cleartheshelf.com/OA-Buddy


    SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS:

    🐦 Twitter (Chris Grant): https://twitter.com/cleartheshelf

    🐦 Twitter (Chris Racic): https://twitter.com/ChrisRacic


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    0:00 - Introduction: Why Credit Matters for Amazon Sellers

    2:45 - Understanding How Credit Affects Your Business

    6:20 - Accessing Your Credit Report for Free: Tools and Resources

    9:10 - Identifying Errors in Your Credit Report

    12:30 - Writing Dispute Letters: A Step-by-Step Guide

    15:50 - Negotiating with Creditors to Reduce or Eliminate Debts

    19:25 - The Role of Credit Utilization in Your Credit Score

    22:45 - How to Use Secured Credit Cards to Rebuild Credit

    26:10 - Exploring Credit Builder Loans and Their Benefits

    29:40 - Avoiding Common Credit Repair Scams

    33:15 - Best Practices for Maintaining a Healthy Credit Score

    36:50 - How Improved Credit Opens Doors for Business Loans and Financing

    40:25 - Leveraging Business Credit for Amazon Sellers

    44:10 - Tips for Staying Consistent with Credit Management

    47:35 - The Long-Term Benefits of Good Credit for Entrepreneurs

    51:20 - Actionable Advice to Start Fixing Your Credit Today

    54:50 - Final Thoughts: Empowering Amazon Sellers to Take Charge of Their Credit

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    1 hr and 26 mins

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