Silent Sales Machine Radio

Jim Cockrum
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Feb 4, 2026 • 42min

#1121: Why the 'perfect' Keepa chart is killing your profits

Think you want that silky-smooth Keepa chart with stable pricing and thousands of units flying off the shelf every month? Think again. In this episode, Brian and Robin Joy finally share the data they've been sitting on, real numbers that prove what they've been doing and teaching for years: slower-moving products are where the opportunity actually lives for small sellers. Here's what nobody tells you: Those "perfect" high-velocity listings? That's where opportunity goes to die. Meanwhile, the big players can't operate in the space you can. Volatility is their enemy. But for the agile seller? It's your greatest competitive advantage. Brian breaks down the actual pricing spread data across velocity bands, explains why "messy" charts signal profit zones (not danger zones), and reveals how to read Keepa like a treasure map instead of a warning sign. In this episode: Why faster velocity = tighter pricing zones = no room to operate The data showing 30-35% pricing spreads in slower-moving products How to use "capital protection" to test listings with confidence The Alex Hormozi video game analogy that reframes failure as mastery What Thomas Edison knew about opportunity that most sellers miss Ready to stop competing where the big guys dominate and start playing where they can't? Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "Can Jeff help me with trademarks and LLC establishment?" Use coupon code "MISTAKE" to get your first month of services for only $1 with Jeff and his team! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/PfE3EmfSsVU Show note LINKS: ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart. SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! SilentJim.com/thesystem - (aka as 3P Mercury) - The complete workflow software we created on our team. "The System" automates your Amazon reselling/wholesale business the same way Khang (the creator) automated his $3million reselling business and made it HANDS FREE! 3pmercury.com/friends - The best price on 3PMercury
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Feb 2, 2026 • 34min

#1120: If you think you can learn to resell on Amazon without guidance, please listen to this episode

Our free facebook group for Amazon sellers sees it DAILY. New members join and share the same sentiment over and over and over... "I WISH I'D FOUND YOU SOONER!" Without exaggeration - I've seen that posted literally dozens of times in the past few months alone in our group. The same mistakes are being made over and over by new sellers and it puts their entire Amazon selling career in jeopardy! What are these common mistakes? That's what we talk about on today's episode! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/SZv14bF5dEs Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/mistakes - See the full list of mistakes and talk it over with other sellers in our free group SilentJim.com/free11 - The book that started it all - a million+ of copies sold and the latest version (update number 11) is FREE! JeffSchick.com - For a few dollars per month, you can put an e-commerce and Amazon policy expert/lawyer on retainer and avoid all the stupid mistakes newbies make! SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 1h 2min

#1119: Did you know we are helping BLOW UP brands on Amazon? Hear the stories of real brands!

Imagine getting paid just to help established brands get ramped up on Amazon! It's an rapidly emerging opportunity and many in our community are deep into this simple and profitable model! The leadership team of the ProvenAmazonCourse.com community has a reputation of being the leading training organization for Amazon RESELLERS in the world, but we're not all about ONLY reselling on Amazon! We have many very successful BRAND clients as well - and today we interview one of them! Did you know that as a ProvenAmazonCourse.com student you get access to not only reseller training, but in depth training on how to help brands you don't own You'll meet the team behind Spazazz.com and they'll fill you in on the results we've been able to achieve online with their brand with creative strategies. You'll learn how they got started and how our team has helped take their business to incredible new levels on Amazon! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/NeNHBdYl07k Show note LINKS: Guest website - Spazazz.com - discount link to use at Spazazz.com "silentjim" Humnbird.com - Know a brand that could use some help? Send them to us! PickMikeBrown.com - The story behind our client Death Wish Coffee SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! 3pmercury.com/friends - The complete workflow software we created on our team. "The System" automates your Amazon reselling/wholesale business the same way Khang (the creator) automated his $3million reselling business and made it HANDS FREE! 3pmercury.com/extension SilentJim.com/kickstart - All ProvenAmazonCourse.com students are invited to join a group accountability class with a coach from our team to get through the initial set up stages of building a great business on Amazon SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 Today's guest - The Spazazz family, including Angie, Arrie, Riley and Finn, as well as Humnbird.com CEO Nathan Bailey
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Jan 26, 2026 • 43min

#1118: Another ProvenAmazonCourse student aims for a seven figure year powered by 3PMercury

Today's guest is shooting for a nice seven-figure year in 2026 and says "...it's never been easier to find winning ASIN's". He works as a professor at a local small college so his Amazon business can't be a full-time gig, but he's built a great income stream using ProvenAmazonCourse.com strategies! He says that 95% of his ASINs are winners! There's no need to waste time with losing inventory! He's a 3PMecury fan and shares how he's using it on today's interview. Prepare to be encouraged and inspired! Show note LINKS: SilentJim.com/aura - The repricer James uses to set automatic price drops after 60 days of slow sales Sihttps://SilentJim.com/arb - ArbSource sourcing software SilentJim.com/oaleads - Nepeto sourcing software 3pmercury.com/friends - Best pricing on 3PMercury 3pmercury.com/webregister0126 - Webinar recording to demonstrate the A.I. features of 3PMercury SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit Silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! Today's guest James Kiernan
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Jan 22, 2026 • 59min

#1117: Married couple tackles Amazon reselling together, builds a great business and brings mom home

Today's guests are successful "Proven Amazon course" students as well as coaching students who have built a great business. They are a husband and wife team that is thriving! She battles a chronic illness that has made working outside the home difficult. Fortunately, they've been able to build the business to the point where she doesn't have to leave home and she can work the flexible hours required to continue scaling their healthy (and growing) six-figure business. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/_FY5f5sCxUE Show note LINKS: SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a call with our team or call/text anytime to talk about your options for building a business like Joe and Alysia (and or 100s of other successful coaching students) My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart. 3pmercury.com/friends - The complete workflow software we created on our team. "The System" automates your Amazon reselling/wholesale business the same way Khang (the creator) automated his $3million reselling business and made it HANDS FREE! 3pmercury.com/extension 3pmercury.com/merc- See a demo of the AI features of 3PMercury Inventory Lab - ThreeColts (used for shipment prep by Joe and Alysia) SilentJim.com/365 Alysia's website and podcast - AutoImmuneAdventures.com Today's guests: Alysia and Joe Thomas
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Jan 21, 2026 • 40min

#1116: Escape data imprisonment: Why Keepa charts can't give you proof

Staring at the same Keepa chart for the third day in a row? Robin Joy introduces the concept of "data imprisonment" - when historical data becomes a cage instead of a compass. Brian and Robin Joy break down why Keepa shows you evidence of what happened, not proof of what will happen for YOU. They share real coaching examples of hidden Amazon Fresh competition, geographic blind spots, and why the only way to escape analysis paralysis is to test more ASINs. As Yogi Berra said: "In theory, there's no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is." Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "If my bank statements don't show the full account number, should I switch banks?" Use the coupon code "MISTAKE" to get your first month of services for only $1 with Jeff and his team! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/v-hNf1qjleg Show note LINKS: SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 82,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart. SilentJim.com/thesystem - (aka as 3P Mercury) - The complete workflow software we created on our team. "The System" automates your Amazon reselling/wholesale business the same way Khang (the creator) automated his $3million reselling business and made it HANDS FREE!
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Jan 19, 2026 • 10min

#1115: Is Jan 2026 the greatest time ever to get started as an Amazon reseller? I think we can prove it is!

Is RIGHT NOW the best time ever to get started or to "restart" an Amazon reselling business? I believe it is because of the tools we now have and the climate that's been created. The future is VERY BRIGHT for resellers on Amazon! Let's talk about it on this "mini" episode. We have a webinar coming up on Jan 21st that is CAN'T MISS! If you happen to miss it, use the same link posted below to catch the replay ASAP afterwards. There's a temporary special offer that you'll want to know about. 3pmercury.com/webregister0126 - 3PMercury demo webinar on Jan 21st, 2026 (recorded and posted afterwards at this same link). There's a temporary offer - watch this LIVE or ASAP afterwards! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/SINqUw04-ac Tools: SilentJim.com/365- "TA" or Tactical Arbitrage from Three Colts SilentJim.com/arb- Arbisource SilentJim.com/oaleads - Nepeto Show note LINKS: Episode 1101 - Jim discusses the two methods for reselling on Amazon. The old way, and the new way. SilentJim.com/podcast/episode-1101 SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 82,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!
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Jan 17, 2026 • 34min

#1114: Learn how A.I. is making sourcing and selling winning products easier than ever!

On this weekend update... Our multiple income stream community is finding so many great ways to earn online lately! You'll be hearing some powerful stories from our students and clients in the coming weeks and months! Learn how A.I. is making sourcing and selling winning products easier than ever! Do you have spare space in your home or garage? Want to get paid to prep (box and tape) products for others? This opportunity is coming soon! Plus - if you are new to our community, you simply must hear the second half of today's show - we go over all of the evidence that points to NOW as the greatest time ever to jump into the Amazon selling game with ProvenAmazonCourse.com strategies! Show note LINKS: Turn the spare space in your garage or spare bedroom into a PREP CENTER that manages inventory from other sellers! SilentJim.com/prepcentertraining Come see a demo of 3PMercury that is now powered by A.I.! Webinar is Jan 21st - register now for reminders. 3pmercury.com/webregister0126 Humnbird.com - Did you know we've built household name brands in this community? Are you interested in hearing more about building a brand or helping other brands launch? We will have more updates for you soon! Stay subscribed to our email list (sign up at SilentJim.com) SilentJim.com/kickstart - All ProvenAmazonCourse.com students are invited to join a group accountability class with a coach from our team to get through the initial set up stages of building a great business on Amazon! SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit Silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 82,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life!
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Jan 15, 2026 • 26min

#1113: After selling some Walmart clearance, Kyle has pivoted to a robust Amazon REPLENS business using ProvenAmazonCourse.com strategies & 3PMercury

Today's guest is an elite athlete who takes his schedule and routines seriously. In about 30 hours per week he has built an incredible business with solid margins using ProvenAmazonCourse strategies and he's continuing to grow after hitting some incredible achievements in 2025. He shares his strategies, where he shops and the tool he's using as part of today's episode. If you're ready to be our next success story, get into the ProvenAmazonCourse.com training for only $39/month for FULL ACCESS or contact our office anytime to talk over other lower cost and even coaching options. Did you know you can text us as well anytime with questions about our training programs or coaching? Text us at: 385-284-7701 Show note LINKS: https://3pmercury.com/extension : Lock in your free access and never pay a penny for the top Amazon seller extension (on screen calculator) mentioned today by Kyle or guest https://3pmercury.com/friends : Full access to the full 3PMercury software at the lowest price you'll find anywhere! SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://www.facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! Today's Guest: Kyle Stansbury
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Jan 14, 2026 • 46min

#1112: Time travel, the Toffler test, and why sourcing is dead

From the wheel to the iPhone, every generation has declared "we live in amazing times." And they were right. But here's what most sellers miss: the advantage was never the technology itself. It was recognizing when the game changed. In this Coaches Corner, Brian introduces a concept that reframes everything: constraint migration. The bottleneck that defined your business last year? It's already been solved. The grind that made you successful? It's now holding you back. Brian and Robin Joy unpack why "sourcing is solved," what the new constraint actually is, and a quote from futurist Alvin Toffler that explains why some sellers will thrive while others get left behind. Hint: it has nothing to do with reading and writing. If you're working harder but not getting further, this episode tells you exactly why. And what to do instead. Special guest at the conclusion of today's show, Jeff Schick of JeffSchick.com answers the question: "What is the inform act and how scary is it? (HINT: It's not scary) Use the coupon code "MISTAKE" to get your first month of services for only $1 with Jeff and his team! Watch this episode on our YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/TBICcGVdR-0 Show note LINKS: ProvenAmazonCourse.com - The comprehensive course that contains ALL our Amazon training modules, recorded events and a steady stream of latest cutting edge training including of course the most popular starting point, the REPLENS selling model. The PAC is updated free for life! SilentJim.com/kickstart - If you want a shortcut to learning all you need to get started then get the Proven Amazon Course and go through Kickstart. SilentSalesMachine.com - Text the word "free" to 507-800-0090 to get a free copy of Jim's latest book in audio about building multiple income streams online (US only) or visit https://silentjim.com/free11 SilentJim.com/bookacall - Schedule a FREE, customized and insightful consultation with my team or me (Jim) to discuss your e-commerce goals and options. My Silent Team Facebook group. 100% FREE! https://Facebook.com/groups/mysilentteam - Join 83,000 + Facebook members from around the world who are using the internet creatively every day to launch and grow multiple income streams through our exciting PROVEN strategies! There's no support community like this one anywhere else in the world! SilentJim.com/thesystem - (aka as 3P Mercury) - The complete workflow software we created on our team. "The System" automates your Amazon reselling/wholesale business the same way Khang (the creator) automated his $3million reselling business and made it HANDS FREE! 3pmercury.com/friends - The best price on 3PMercury

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