Date: August 18th, 2025
Summary: Kevin King discusses TikTok Shop's future and strategies, Amazon's Manufacturing Central launch in India, Rufus optimization techniques, and the latest e-commerce insights including container shipping rates and AI developments.
Key Points Discussed:
- TikTok Shop's growth data and why it's not disappearing despite political concerns
- Product discovery and validation process for TikTok Shop success
- Critical distinctions between affiliates, creators, and influencers
- Commission structure reality and affiliate recruitment strategies
- Essential tools stack for TikTok Shop sellers
- Amazon Manufacturing Central portal launch in India amid 50% tariffs
- Rufus optimization strategies: SEO + GEO + AEO approach
- Container shipping rate updates and market trends
- AI-first selling tactics for Amazon sellers
Links Mentioned:
- BDSS 12 Virtual Event Registration
- Billion Dollar Sellers Club ($9 membership)
- Stack Influence Platform (10% off code: BillionDollarSellers)
- Blueland Micro Influencer Case Study
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- GEN AI comes for online checkout, seismic shift expected
- Walmart hosts Chinese seller conferences to woo sellers with perks
- Dream 100 member Destaney Wishon names best software tools
- Joe Rogan says 30% of supplements on Amazon are fake
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Parting Shot: "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." — Chinese Proverb
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