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May 12, 2025 12 mins

I’ve seen it over and over again — people jump into Amazon thinking it’s passive income.

It’s not. And believing that lie keeps them stuck.

In this video, I break down the truth behind the passive income myth and what Amazon actually demands from you as a seller.

You’ll learn:

✅ Where this myth came from (and why it’s still everywhere)

✅ The real effort Amazon success requires

✅ How I’ve built systems to run my business in just a few hours/week

✅ My exact strategies for sourcing, cash flow, prep, and delegation

I’ve built and scaled multiple six- and seven-figure e-commerce businesses — and trained thousands of sellers to do the same. If you’re looking for long-term freedom, it starts with the truth, not hype.

Amazon sellers and eCommerce entrepreneurs over $5k per month in sales:

If you're ready to scale your Amazon business to new heights, APPLY HERE to join the Business Building Legends community: https://www.askjimmysmith.com/legends

Not there yet?

If you're just starting out or earning less than $5,000 per month on Amazon, YOU are why I make all my best resources FREE. I have nothing to sell you. Access my FREE 30-day training and other tools here: https://www.askjimmysmith.com/freetraining

Chapters:

00:01 - Amazon is Not Passive Income

00:20 - Who am I?

00:35 - Where the Passive Income Myth Started

01:30 - The Truth About Amazon Workload

02:57 - Sourcing & Inventory Management

03:50 - Mastering Cash Flow for Amazon

04:57 - Shipping & Prep Realities

06:07 - Time Management to Scale

07:55 - Build Systems, Not Dreams

09:00 - Delegate the Right Way

10:53 - Why Active Management is a GOOD Thing

12:05 - Final Thoughts & Free Resources

Other eCommerce Training and Business Building Links:

Free Amazon Facebook Group:

https://bit.ly/mstgroup

The Proven Amazon Course:

https://bit.ly/paccourse

eBay Training Community:

https://treasurehuntingprofits.com

Amazon Coaching (affiliate):

https://bit.ly/jimcockrumcoaching

eCommerce Accounting Services:

https://ecommerceaccountingllc.com

Replen Dashboard:

https://www.replendashboard.com

Affiliates and Discount Links:

Aura Repricer:

https://bit.ly/replensgoaura

Helium10 (Discounts):

https://bit.ly/helium10ajs

Disclaimer:

While all of these success stories/testimonials are from real people and we get more each and every day, please understand however that the results posted are not typical. I'm not implying you’ll duplicate them or that you’ll get any results at all! Your results will vary greatly and will depend on many factors including your experience, work ethic and other factors as well. The fact is, the average person who buys any business course or training gets little to no results. The results I share here and in other places are for reference only. Business always involves risk and your best chance of success is to take consistent, intentional action. We can equip and inspire you, but no one, including me can guarantee your results!

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