Silent Sales Machine Radio
Jim Cockrum
As of Spring 2026 voted a top 20 overall e-commerce podcast*!
Also voted the #1 podcast for Amazon sellers**!
The ONLY e-commerce podcast that features 100's of RECENT, REAL success story interviews with real people building great businesses online.
Welcome to the most listened to and success filled Amazon seller and e-commerce podcast on the web!
This is also the official podcast of the award winning ProvenAmazonCourse.com training course.
Inside the free 84,000+ member Facebook group for fans of the show (SilentJim.com has a link) you'll MEET and INTERACT with an amazing community that uses the strategies taught on this show to grow incredible businesses.
This show features "real people" from all walks of life who pull back the curtain on the struggles, victories and strategies that come with WORKING HARD to build a beautiful business online.
Nothing worth having comes easy, but prepare to be inspired by those who are charting a course towards building an amazing business online.
The hundreds of featured guests on the show are ProvenAmazonCourse.com students as well as some of the 7,000+ coaching students from our Ecommerce coaching program that's been operating with a great reputation since 2003.
The host, Jim Cockrum (SilentJim.com) has had a reputation as one of the most credible sources of eCommerce strategy advice to be found since 1999.
Bottom line:
Regardless of experience level, you'll learn proven online business strategies on this show and become an Amazon selling NINJA!
This show applies timeless, proven strategies to modern eCommerce challenges. This podcast is for anyone who is looking to build or start an online business the RIGHT way with advice from one of the most trusted names in online marketing.
With over 6.3 million downloads on iTunes heading into 2025, you've found the right place to launch and grow the online business of your dreams.
NOTE: This show and related content are not related to or endorsed by Amazon.com, nor are the success stories you'll hear representative of typical or average results you can expect. Results discussed are provided for demonstration of what is possible, but are not intended to imply that you'll achieve similar results.
* **Pod Ranker ranking Spring 2026 and Golden Seller Awards
Also voted the #1 podcast for Amazon sellers**!
The ONLY e-commerce podcast that features 100's of RECENT, REAL success story interviews with real people building great businesses online.
Welcome to the most listened to and success filled Amazon seller and e-commerce podcast on the web!
This is also the official podcast of the award winning ProvenAmazonCourse.com training course.
Inside the free 84,000+ member Facebook group for fans of the show (SilentJim.com has a link) you'll MEET and INTERACT with an amazing community that uses the strategies taught on this show to grow incredible businesses.
This show features "real people" from all walks of life who pull back the curtain on the struggles, victories and strategies that come with WORKING HARD to build a beautiful business online.
Nothing worth having comes easy, but prepare to be inspired by those who are charting a course towards building an amazing business online.
The hundreds of featured guests on the show are ProvenAmazonCourse.com students as well as some of the 7,000+ coaching students from our Ecommerce coaching program that's been operating with a great reputation since 2003.
The host, Jim Cockrum (SilentJim.com) has had a reputation as one of the most credible sources of eCommerce strategy advice to be found since 1999.
Bottom line:
Regardless of experience level, you'll learn proven online business strategies on this show and become an Amazon selling NINJA!
This show applies timeless, proven strategies to modern eCommerce challenges. This podcast is for anyone who is looking to build or start an online business the RIGHT way with advice from one of the most trusted names in online marketing.
With over 6.3 million downloads on iTunes heading into 2025, you've found the right place to launch and grow the online business of your dreams.
NOTE: This show and related content are not related to or endorsed by Amazon.com, nor are the success stories you'll hear representative of typical or average results you can expect. Results discussed are provided for demonstration of what is possible, but are not intended to imply that you'll achieve similar results.
* **Pod Ranker ranking Spring 2026 and Golden Seller Awards
Episodes
Mentioned books
Dec 6, 2018 • 37min
#154: Is it bad news for us when Amazon partners up with big brands?
When Amazon partners up directly with major brand names does that spell bad news for sellers like us? Let's talk about it! As always, get full show notes at SilentJim.com/podcast. Special guest Outlinematic. You can also enjoys todays show in video format on YouTube. Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger https://ProvenAmazonCourse.com https://outlinematic.com You Tube link: https://youtu.be/7DFE6EYHeow
Dec 3, 2018 • 37min
#153: Early 20's ProvenAmazonCourse.com student selling seven figures
Today we meet Proven Amazon Course student Hasan Hasmani. He started out sourcing products online to flip on Amazon and learned some valuable lessons on his way to building a seven figure business. From there he began making his own product and has now sold 5,000+ units of it as PRE-sale orders! This means his product isn't even made yet, but his customers are ravenously placing orders! You'll be inspired and encouraged by today's episode! Enjoy! As always, get all mentioned links at SilentJim.com/podcast Note: We held the interview to better suit business building timing so please disregard the dates. Hasan's best performing ad on Facebook: https://business.facebook.com/trektheparks/videos/1588439431281665/ UnderdogGames.com (Hasan's website) Hasan's Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/trektheparks/ My Silent Team Facebook Group ProvenAmazonCourse.com Catch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/A8OO5x91hZ0
Nov 29, 2018 • 28min
#152: Which is the best Amazon business model?
In this episode Jim compares the various business models that are taught in the ProvenAmazonCourse.com (the PAC) course from the vantage point of which model is the most likely to see rapid profits, which model is the most stable long term, which model is most immune to competition and other ranking factors. Of course all of the models are low risk and low cost as well as highly scalable and flexible, BUT...not all of them have identical stability and profit potential! Let's talk about it! This episode is designed to help you decide which of the various strategies taught in the "PAC" is the best FIRST or NEXT model for you to pursue! Show notes are at SilentJim.com/podcast Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger The Youtube video that shows detail of the five factors: https://youtu.be/u1E1ul2lc3A Join the Facebook discussion that inspired this episode: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/permalink/1921991497916951/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com: The only Amazon training you'll ever need
Nov 9, 2018 • 23min
#151: The reality of a full-time ecommerce lifestyle
As Jim comes up on celebrating sixteen years of being full time online he has valuable lessons for us about the reality of what life looks like when you have an online business. From managing your time to simply feeling like you are doing what you are called to do there is one basic trait that makes it all possible and keeps the adversity at bay. Join Jim today as he reveals the most important business asset that you have inside of YOU. Details at SilentJim.com/podcast Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger SilentSalesMachine.com Jim's best selling book https://amzn.to/2So0v7A My Silent Team Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com
Nov 6, 2018 • 33min
#150: Finding profitable items to sell
This episode was recorded live in front of our Facebook community the link below allows you to join the discussion. On this show Jim lists and explains the handful of core strategies that we teach and use on our team to profitably source products to sell. While not a comprehensive list of all possible strategies, this list is a great summary of the sourcing tactics that we dive deep into inside the ProvenAmazonCourse.com course. Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger Interact with those who watched this episode live: https://www.facebook.com/jimcockrum/videos/10215865902655556/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com COC.coop - our new Co-Op
Nov 3, 2018 • 48min
#149: From battlefield warrior to business building warrior
A battle tested soldier turned police officer put in his time and then set his sights on building a business online. Today we meet another one of the coaches from the JimCockrumCoaching.com team with an incredible "come from behind" story. Adrian Friday runs a thriving business on Amazon using creative wholesale strategies and is one of the most driven, knowledgeable and caring members of our team. He shares what it took for him to overcome the many obstacles he faced, as well as the specific strategies he's using right now to thrive in his online six figure business. Don't miss this episode on youtube if you have the chance to see it there as well (link below) Hear all our episodes at SilentJim.com/podcast Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger View this episode on youtube: https://youtu.be/m29YUfgFMh4 Proven Wholesale Course http://provenwholesalecourse.com/ ProvenAmazonCourse.com Silent Sales Machine book on Amazon https://amzn.to/2So0v7A My Silent Team Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam/
Oct 31, 2018 • 46min
#148: How does your learning style effect your ability to succeed in online business?
Anyone with any learning style can launch and grow a successful business, but different learning styles each come with unique benefits and weaknesses that you should be aware of. The architects of our educational materials are fully aware of these differences and we accommodate them all! Learn how to overcome your learning style weaknesses as well as your personality limitations and thrive in online business on today's episode. Today's episode was also recorded as a video. Use the link below to view the episode and check out the bonus vid. Guest: Delia Ursulescu Get show notes at SilentJim.com/podcast Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger ProvenAmazonCourse.com Listen and watch on YouTube at this link. (Note the screen share was off during the presentation but please view the below video to see the material discussed) BONUS material... Getting Started at PAC 2.0 eLearning Platform video just for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8-xMxw_UuY Listen and watch on YouTube at this link https://youtu.be/LvugWWXFyYE
Oct 25, 2018 • 41min
#147: Another multiple income stream success story
From owning a small struggling furniture business to managing a flexible lifestyle and multiple income streams. Meet Ryan and Melane Reger. Their online income journey began with simply selling furniture on craigslist, but now they are established leaders in our community and they've got a great story to tell! Ryan is also helping manage our ProvenQ4Plan.com groups for 2018! Hear all past episodes at SilentJim.com/podcast - this episode also available on youtube. See the link below. Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger ProvenQ4plan.com Learn more about the Legends Group Ryan's book due out soon: https://amzn.to/2EKYf7H Sign up for the waiting list for Ryan's book and be the first to know the exact moment it is out: http://ryanreger.com/streams-mst/ ServusPublishing.com Hear all episodes at SilentJim.com/podcast View this episode on youtube at:https://youtu.be/MFTBkSuIQD8
Oct 22, 2018 • 8min
#146: Our best selling book is free for a few days only (mini episode)
Perhaps the all time best selling book about building a creative, sustainable, robust income using the internet is the very book that this podcast is named after! We estimate there have been over 1million readers! Of course it's the "Silent Sales Machine" book. The good news is, for the next few days ANYONE can grab the book for FREE. Use this link to get access to the downloadable "kindle" version SilentSalesMachine.com/free5 NOTE: You don't need a kindle to read this free download version! You can read the book on ANY digital device or computer. This promo runs from Tuesday Oct 23 at 4AM ET until Saturday, October 27, 2018, 11:59 PM PDT Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger Get the book free for five days here: SilentSalesMachine.com/free5 Did you miss the promotion? Use the same link - the book will still be marked down to only a few dollars! Todays episode is also a youtube video! https://youtu.be/DON_ZK41nvs
Oct 19, 2018 • 58min
#145: Went broke with a franchise, found Amazon & is now thriving
In this episode we meet husband, father and entrepreneur JB Brown. He's a member of our free Facebook community (link to join us below) and he's had a wild ride to success. He shares how he was nearly scammed, how he lost all he had in a franchise business adventure and then how he's found new purpose and wild success thanks to the Amazon and ecommerce opportunities that we teach in our community. You'll hear about importing from China & Guatemala, strategies for building an audience and other great tips for business success in this content packed episode. As always, get all links to the resources mentioned like ProvenAmazonCourse.com and others at SilentJim.com/podcast Take a trip to Guatemala for China with Hickory Flats? Details here http://ProvenAmazonCourse.com My Silent Team Facebook group Watch this episode on youtube using this link: https://youtu.be/QXv-21PS-RI Stay updated with us on Facebook Messenger
