Discover how this entrepreneur bootstrapped not one or two, but four businesses! From selling ebooks to breaking into the Latin American market, his journey is full of unexpected twists and valuable lessons. But what's the one thing he wishes he knew before starting? Tune in to find out!
This week’s episode features Mike Begg. Mike serves as the co-founder and CEO of AMZ Advisers, where he has amassed extensive experience in the e-commerce industry. His journey began with a deep dive into Amazon's FBA program, followed by strategic forays into retail arbitrage and private labeling, culminating in substantial revenue growth for brands. With nearly a decade of expertise in the field, Mike's expansion into Latin America underscores his astute understanding of market dynamics and his proactive approach to addressing industry challenges. His practical experience and insightful perspective make him a pivotal resource for entrepreneurs seeking to capitalize on emerging opportunities within the digital marketplace.
Key highlights in this episode:
- Bootstrapping multiple businesses and learn how to apply them to your own entrepreneurial journey.
- Strategies for international expansion in ecommerce
- International distribution
- Kick-starting your Amazon FBA business
You have to make sure that what you're doing is something you enjoy, that it fits your lifestyle and what you want out of it, because otherwise, at some point there's going to be some breakdown, whether it's burnout, whether it's the company failing, whatever. That's kind of just going to completely derail you if it's not. - Mike Begg
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About Mike Begg
Mike is a seasoned entrepreneur and a leading expert in e-commerce, digital marketing, and operational nearshoring. In 2015, he co-founded AMZ Advisers, a thriving agency that currently manages over $10 million per year in ad spend and achieves an impressive $100 million per year in Amazon sales.
Mike’s entrepreneurial journey was ignited by witnessing the decline of a major company, Sears. The realization that job security was elusive led him to build something for himself. Starting with selling Kindle eBooks on Amazon, Mike progressed to arbitrage on physical goods, launched private label brands, and identified his strength in e-commerce marketing. This journey culminated in the creation of AMZ Advisers alongside his two partners.
About AMZ Advisers
AMZAdvisers.com is a full-service eCommerce & digital marketing consultancy with extensive experience in creating high-growth strategies for brands and manufacturers on the Amazon platform. In 2023, our partners enjoyed $900,000,000+ in sales with many of them experiencing more than 100% increase in their year-over-year sales on the Amazon platform. We believe that developing a robust eCommerce presence is integral for a business looking to maximize growth in the 21st century. Our custom strategies aim to make Amazon, the largest eCommerce marketplace, a powerful sales channel and the centerpiece of every company’s eCommerce presence. Long-term growth requires developing alternative sales channels, and we compliment every client’s eCommerce strategy by bringing them to additional eCommerce platforms, developing powerful sales funnels and creating websites designed to convert shoppers into customers.
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