Firing The Man

Episode 100Welcome to Episode 100 of Firing the Man! In this special episode, we look back into the reasons we started this podcast, the lessons we learned from our guests, and most importantly, our long and inspiring journey to firing the man. Tune in now to this special episode![00:01 - 06:41] Opening SegmentWhy we started this podcast[06:42 - 13:46] Our Journey to Episode 100Our experiences the moment we fired the manAre you a newbie entrepreneur?[13:47 - 18:16] Exiting a BusinessA career-defining book on entrepreneurshipLessons from ecommerce legend, Carlos AlvarezHow to turn $25,000 into a 9-figure exit[18:17 - 23:15] Expanding a BusinessHow to expand your Amazon businessWhat to learn about sourcing and logistics Want some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400[23:16 - 32:10] High-Quality PodcastingHow to write words that sellProducing high-quality podcast episodesDon’t miss this episode where we got drunk![32:11 - 42:21] Giving ValueGiving value to the Firing the Man NationA life-changing book by Hal ElrodWhat our guests say in the Fire Round[42:22 - 46:12] Closing Segment Connect with us!Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“As we hit roadblocks and struggles and feel like we’re constantly putting out fires, it’s nice to know that this is the norm. Business is hard. If it was easy, everyone would do it.” - David Schomer “It’s a very lonely world being an entrepreneur and you need a support system and you need other people that are doing what you're doing in this space.” - Ken WilsonResources mentioned4: How to Be More Efficient & Productive with Your Time19: Carlos Alvarez on Overcoming Obstacles in Your E-Commerce Business41: Selling Internationally on Amazon with Expert – Kevin Sanderson45: Buy then Build with Author Walker Diebe62: Francois Jaffres from Noviland – Get Your Physical Product Sourcing Blackbelt65: Navigating Walmart’s E-Commerce Platform with Experienced Seller Miro Posavec79: The EXITpreneur’s Playbook – Author Joe Valley81: Navigating Expensive Freight & Supply Chain Disruptions with Francois Jaffres91: How to Scale from $0 to $80 million on Amazon with Adam Feinberg from Web Deals DirectBuy Then BuildSubtle Words That SellThe EXITPreneur's PlaybookThe Miracle Morning------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 99Chase Clymer is the Co-founder at Electric Eye, where he and his team create Shopify-powered sales machines from strategic design, development, and marketing decisions. He is also the host of Honest Ecommerce, a weekly podcast where they provide online store owners with honest, actionable advice to increase their sales and grow their business. Tune in now and learn from Chase the best Shopify apps and ecommerce KPIs![00:01 - 05:46] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Chase ClymerChase’s journey from punk rock bands to ecommerce[05:47 - 15:15] The Hardest Part of EcommerceWhy he started the podcast, Honest EcommerceThe hardest part of ecommerce according to ChaseThe challenge posed by the latest iOS update[15:16 - 23:56] How to Boost Website TrafficHere are pro tips from Chase to drive traffic to your websiteChase shares some interesting thoughts about influencer marketingWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400[23:57 - 33:46] Content Creation is KeyThe power of investing in brand buildingChase talks about tactical strategies you can apply nowHe  breaks down the Brand Scaling FrameworkThe KPIs you should prioritize [33:47 - 45:35] Why Niche Down The Shopify updates you can leverage for your businessWhy installing many apps into your store is not advisableHow to transition from freelancer to founderWhy you should niche down[45:36 - 49:52] Closing Segment Know more about Chase in the Fire Round!Connect with ChaseLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“The hardest part, and this is something that no agency, consultancy, magician, nobody can help you with, is finding product-market fit. That is a founder’s job.” - Chase Clymer“Failure is inevitable and you’re going to fail when you get started. Just move past it” - Chase ClymerResources mentionedShopifyKlaviyoFreelance to FounderBooksTraction: Get a Grip on Your BusinessBuilt to SellGet Rich in the Deep EndBrandon Sanderson booksEmail chase@electriceye.io to connect with Chase or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out Electric Eye Agency to boost your Shopify sales!Are you an ecommerce business owner? Listen to Honest Ecommerce to learn from the experts and grow and scale your business. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookYouTubeReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 98Phil Strazzulla is an entrepreneur and the founder of SelectSoftware Reviews, a website dedicated to helping HR and Recruiting teams to find and buy the right software through in-depth, expert advice. Phil started his career working in venture capital before getting his MBA from Harvard Business School. He joins us in this episode to share some tips and strategies to be more productive and avoid burnout in a remote setting. Tune in now and learn from a rockstar entrepreneur![00:01 - 06:31] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Phil StrazzullaPhil tells us why he built SelectSoftware Reviews[06:32 - 12:02] How to Build Your Entrepreneurial MindsetPhil shares the story on how he built his entrepreneurial mindsetHow to overcome the fears of firing the manWhy you might still feel unfulfilled even with a good job[12:03 - 22:02] Training Yourself to be ProductiveThe ups and downs of entrepreneurshipAlternative paths to starting a businessHow to train yourself to be productive[22:03 - 29:08] The Connection Between Boredom and ProductivityWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400How to avoid burnout in a remote setupWhy being bored boost productivityPhil gives some tips to manage your emails[29:09 - 34:53] Focus and Deep Work in BusinessThe insecurity among entrepreneurs according to PhilThe power of focus that you should realize nowIs SelectSoftware Reviews applicable for your business?Phil explains their services[34:54 - 44:09] The Right Human Resources Software For YouPhil shares an interesting observation about human resourcesWhat to look for in a software about human resourcesKnow more about Phil in the Fire Round![44:10 - 46:13] Closing Segment Connect with PhilLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“It’s really important for you to take breaks for you to work really intensely and basically be bored.” - Phil Strazzulla“Focus has become one of the core skills of successful people today.” - Phil StrazzullaResources mentionedMcKinsey & CompanyTim FerrissFocusMe™BooksDeep WorkHow to Win Friends & Influence PeopleEmail pstrazzulla@gmail.com to connect with Phil or follow him on LinkedIn and his personal blog. Check SelectSoftware Reviews out to find the best HR and recruiting software vendors!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookYouTubeReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 97Chris Shipferling is a Managing Partner at Global Wired Advisors, a leading Digital Investment Bank focused on optimizing the business sale process. The approach of the Global Wired Advisors combines decades of merger and acquisition experience with online and e-commerce expertise to increase the transactional value of your greatest asset. In this episode, Chris will help us navigate the exciting but intricate puzzle of selling FBA businesses to aggregators.Listen to Chris and learn from an ecommerce superstar![00:01 - 06:43] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Chris ShipferlingHe shares his journey to ecommerceHow he learned Amazon’s Seller Central[06:44 - 16:56] What Aggregators Do in EcommerceChris talks about the moment when he finally fired the manWhat does an aggregator do?It’s a good time to be a seller nowChris explains[16:57 - 26:02] Impacts of COVID-19 to EcommerceImpacts of COVID-19 to the ecommerce industryThe positive impact of COVID-19 to ecommerceThis is what will happen if you have the wrong intermediaryWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400[26:03 - 36:48] The Ins and Outs of EarnoutsChris talks about “portfolio softness”What to do when you are approached by an aggregatorThe protections you can build for an earnout[36:49 - 45:55] Aggregators vs. Private EquityThe difference of the aggregator model to private equityChris tells us why you should talk to an intermediaryHere’s the main reason you should professionalize your business now[45:56 - 49:17] Closing Segment Know more about Chris in the Fire Round!Connect with ChrisLinks belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“It’s actually much scarier when you look back at it and way higher risk when you can’t control your own destiny.” - Chris Shipferling“We wanna talk to sellers and help them get educated on what it’s like to really take their business seriously to a good process.” - Chris ShipferlingResources mentionedWayfairEvenfloAmazon’s Seller CentralKevin KingThrasioWalmartBook: Good to GreatEmail chris@globalwiredadvisors.com to connect with Chris or follow him on LinkedIn. Visit Global Wired Advisors to optimize your business sale process.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookYouTubeReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 96Yoni Kozminski is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Escala, MultiplyMii, and several successful, yet less noteworthy ventures. Before building Escala and MultiplyMii, he helped scale an Amazon business from 2 million to 5 million in 1 year, leveraging his experience in digital agency. His career has mostly revolved around digital marketing and creative advertising in Australia, Israel and Los Angeles working with Mercedes-Benz, MasterCard, Sony, Medtronic Diabetes, Mondelēz International, and other eight-figure eCommerce brands.Listen to Yoni and learn how to hire A-players from the Philippines![00:01 - 04:34] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Yoni KozminskiYoni talks about his journey into the ecommerce industry[04:35 - 14:43] Where to Start in the Hiring ProcessHow solopreneurs can start in their hiring processWhy hire virtual assistants from the PhilippinesHere’s a role that is so important in a business according to Yoni[14:44 - 24:30] Building Your “Dream Team”Building your “dream team” for your businessYoni talks about the services offered by EscalaHis reasons for starting his podcast, Successful Scales[24:31 - 29:38] Inventory Management The Right WayYoni gives a few important tips about managing your inventoryWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400How to build your Standard Operating Procedures the right way[29:39 - 34:22] 3 Components of the Business That Should Work TogetherHere’s what many entrepreneurs are doing wrongThe 3 components of a business that have to work harmoniouslyConnect with Yoni. Links below[34:23 - 38:46] Closing Segment Know more about Yoni in the Fire Round!Final words Tweetable Quotes:“We look at how to systemize the businesses based on people, process, and technology. Those three have to work harmoniously.” - Yoni Kozminski“...if you got a great job today and you’re thinking about firing the man, your worst possible outcome is that you have to go back and work for someone else...it’s not really that much of a risk.” - Yoni KozminskiResources mentionedThrasioMultiplyMiiSellersFunding8figHelium10Yoni’s podcast: Successful ScalesBooksThe 4-Hour WorkweekWho: The A Method of HiringEmail yoni@weareescala.com to connect with Yoni or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out Escala to unravel the hidden potential of your business!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 94Paul Ross is a master sales trainer, keynote speaker, and author of “Subtle Words That Sell.”  For 30 years, Paul's been speaking in front of tens of thousands of people, teaching them to use the power of language to persuade, sell, and even heal. Now he's trading in the stage for the USB mic to bring his message to the podcasting community! Paul has been featured on BBC, FOX, CBS, Huffington Post, and Rolling Stones.Listen to Paul and learn how to sell subtly with words![00:01 - 04:22] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Paul RossHow his inability to talk with women led him to sales[04:23 - 16:13] How to Sell Subtly With WordsPaul gives us a sneak peek of his book, “Subtle Words That Sell”He breaks down the “Subconscious Sales Advantage”The words to use at the start of a sales presentationDon’t miss this quick learning session!Common mistakes in copywriting according to Paul[16:14 - 28:02] Why You Should Learn Neuro-Linguistic ProgrammingHow Paul realized that he needed to fire the manWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400Paul gives us his take about Neuro-Linguistic Programming[28:03 - 33:37] Additional 30% Revenue In 90 DaysHere’s another interesting story from Paul you should not miss!Paul’s tips to increase your revenue by at least 30% in 90 daysKnow more about Paul in the Fire Round![33:38 - 36:50] Closing Segment Connect with Paul. Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“You’re never selling your product or service. You’re always selling decisions and good feelings about those decisions.” - Paul Ross“Learn to get people’s attention immediately by writing a gripping headline.” - Paul RossResources mentionedPaul’s book: Subtle Words That SellBooksValisThe Age of ReasonEmail paul@speakerpaulross.com to connect with Paul or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out his personal website to learn more about his work.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookYouTubeInstagramEmail us --> support@firingtheman.comLEAVE US A REVIEW!Ready to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 93We have Ben Leonard for the second time in our podcast to tell us how brokers can pay dividends at exit. Best known as the founder of Beast Gear, Ben is the classic millennial entrepreneur who built a business on a laptop, in a cupboard, in his spare time. His difference from other entrepreneurs is that Ben grew an international 7-figure business and successfully exited after 3 years - the business holy grail. Now, Ben is doing it all over again and helping others to do the same with his ecommerce brokerage, Ecom Brokers.Listen to Ben and learn from an ecommerce superstar![00:01 - 06:38] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Ben LeonardBen talks about the truth about branding[06:39 - 17:32] From Zero to a MillionImprove your brand with these tips from Ben!How to build your customer avatarA successful strategy that you can apply to your brand nowHow to go from zero to a millionHere’s a complex answer that Ben simplifiesHe would not have succeeded if he did not take this stepBen shares this can’t-miss story[17:33 - 26:34] Outsourcing Your BusinessMicro-decisions can bring massive benefitsShould you outsource from the get-go?Want some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400[26:35 - 41:29] Let’s Talk About BrokersHere’s when you should sell your businessBen shares his thoughtsHow aggregators really workWhat an ecommerce owner should look for in an aggregatorYou should not miss these interesting insights from Ben about valuing your business[41:30 - 49:08] State of EcommerceWhy put your business in front of a pool of buyersBen shares his thoughts on the current state of ecommerceKnow more about Ben in the Fire Round![49:09 - 51:22] Closing Segment Connect with Ben. Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“People buy from people, not brands. Until you’re Nike or Tesla, nobody really cares about your brand. They care about solving your problem.” - Ben Leonard“The best way to differentiate yourself from the competition is just be authentic because no one else can be you.” - Ben LeonardResources mentionedProsper ShowThrasioPerchBook: Building a StoryBrandEmail ben@ecombrokers.co.uk to connect with Ben or follow him on LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook. Check out his personal website and visit Ecom Brokers to learn more about his services.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 92Chris Bell is Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Perch, a technology-enabled consumer products company that acquires and operates Amazon FBA businesses with winning products in their respective categories. Chris had designed and built the Wayfair Delivery Network, which has delivered over 3 million heavy bulky orders annually, before starting Perch. At Bain & Company, Chris worked with Fortune 500 companies on growth strategy and leading private equity firms on M&A, working on over 40 transactions, representing $90B+ in value, including the largest tech merger in history. Prior to business school, Chris was a leading sales rep of office hardware and software and he started his career at GE Healthcare. Chris has a BS in Computer Engineering from Georgia Tech and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon.Listen to Chris and learn the secrets of an expert FBA aggregator![00:01 - 05:40] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Chris BellChris shares his thoughts why people buy from Amazon[05:41 - 14:31] Starting His Entrepreneurial JourneyChris shares the humble beginnings of PerchHow he overcame his fears and start his entrepreneurial journeyHe walks us through the process of quitting his job[14:32 - 25:03] Bringing Your Business To New HeightsDo you work hard at everything you do?Here’s a piece of advice from ChrisIf you want to sell your business, try PerchChris tells us whyWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400Chris shares their approach in buying businesses[25:04 - 37:49] Why Contact Perch NowSell your business to Perch with this one easy step!When to contact brokers and when to call Perch directlyChris talks about this acquisition and the lessons you can learn from itPrepare for an exit with this great tip from Chris[37:50 - 42:01] Closing Segment Know more about Chris in the Fire Round!Connect with Chris. Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“If you are a hard worker and you have some tenacity, take risks.” - Chris Bell“You gotta understand that the goal of whatever business you’re in is almost always to delight the customer.” - Chris BellResources mentionedAmazonWayfair Delivery NetworkFiring the Man episode 91: How to Scale from $0 to $80 million on Amazon with Adam Feinberg from Web Deals DirectAdam FeinbergBook: How to win Friends & Influence PeopleEmail cbell@tepper.cmu.edu to connect with Chris or follow him on LinkedIn. Bring your business to new heights by getting in touch with Perch!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 91Adam Feinberg is the Chief Executive Officer of Web Deals Direct LLC (WDD), an Amazon FBA business that is home to more than 30 brands. Adam recently sold his business to Perch, a technology-driven commerce company that acquires and operates top Amazon third-party and other D2C brands at scale, resulting in an impressive nine-figure earn-out. Listen to Adam and scale from $0 to $80 million too!  [00:01 - 05:03] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Adam FeinbergAdam talks about his path to being an Amazon FBA Seller[05:04 - 12:25] Willingness to Take Risks and ChancesAdam wanted to be an entrepreneur but he was petrified thenWhat changed his mind?Here’s Adam’s piece of advice for his younger selfA key to success that Kevin had adopted from his SEO experience [12:26 - 22:42] How to Scale QuicklyFrom 0$ to $80 million in 6 yearsHow Adam pulled it offThe power of niching down and choosing your marketAdam talks about the most import lessons he learned from his business[22:43 - 34:57] Selling Your BusinessShould you have a software team for your ecommerce business?Adam weighs inAdam shares some interesting insights about selling your businessWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400Why hire people who are more experienced than you [34:58 - 45:28] Your “Why” in Being an EntrepreneurWhat Adam liked about their arrangement with PerchHere’s what you can learn from successful entrepreneurs according to AdamListen to Adam’s next steps for his new business ventures[45:29 - 54:20] Closing Segment Know more about Adam in the Fire Round!Connect with Adam. Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“If you wanna be an entrepreneur, you have to keep your expenses reasonable and you have to be willing to take risks and if you don’t take risks and take chances, you’re just not gonna succeed.” - Adam Feinberg“If you wanna be in charge of your own destiny, you really have to earn a business.” - Adam FeinbergResources mentionedAMZ AlertThrasioProsper ShowPerchJames Patterson booksAlex Cross booksEmail adamfeinberg@yahoo.com or adamfeinberg73@gmail.com to connect with Adam or follow him on LinkedIn. Check out Web Deals Direct to work with an Amazon FBA business that always innovates their product, looks for opportunities to expand, and satisfies their customers!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you fire the man! FacebookYouTubeReady to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show

Episode 90Noel Andrews is an entrepreneur and the Owner/Chief Executive Officer of JobRack. Noel helps online business owners to hire great team members from Eastern Europe. JobRack’s mission is to break open the highly-skilled, intelligent autonomous working Eastern European employee market for digital businesses, all while providing the easiest access to this workforce as possible.Listen to Noel and learn how to hire the best VA for your online business!  [00:01 - 05:40] Opening SegmentLet’s get to know Noel AndrewsHe shares his inspiring journey to becoming an entrepreneur [05:41 - 11:15] Pursuing an Entrepreneurial LifeHere’s Noel’s thinking process when he left the corporate world Noel talks about his experience in hiring people for his teamHe shares a “light bulb moment” you shouldn’t miss!Don’t miss Noel’s message for his younger selfWill he go through the same process?[11:16 - 21:41] Paying the Best People RightAre you planning to quit your job to pursue e-commerce?Here’s Noel’s piece of advice for youWhy ecommerce business owners should hire from Eastern EuropeNoel reveals the region’s history and educational systemWant some Amazon refunds? Check out GetidaPromo code: FTM400[21:42 - 35:03] Hiring the Right PeopleNoel shares how you can utilize JobRack for your businessHe gives an interesting insight about the future of remote workIs Noel recommending tests during the application process?Find out his recommendations [35:04 - 39:05] Closing Segment Know more about Noel in the Fire Round!Connect with Noel. Links belowFinal words Tweetable Quotes:“Figure out the life you want, and that gives you the motivation to dig in and do the late nights, the early mornings, the weekends, and whatever it takes.” - Noel Andrews“When people have been through real hardship, then it creates just this kind of determination to succeed and to do better.” - Noel Andrews Resources mentionedTim FerrissMichael Crichton booksEmail noel@jobrack.eu to connect with Noel or follow him on LinkedIn and YouTube. Do you want to hire the best remote talent for your business from Eastern Europe? Check out JobRack!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Send us a voice message and let us know how we can help you! FacebookYouTubeInstagramEmail us --> support@firingtheman.comLEAVE US A REVIEW!Ready to scale your Amazon business? Click here to book a strategy call.  https://calendly.com/firingtheman/amazon Support the show