Discover how Josh's childhood hustle selling lemonade paved the way for his successful e-commerce venture, and learn about the pivotal moments that led to Hadley Designs' evolution from custom wedding invitations to educational posters. With candid insights into navigating market challenges such as COVID-19 and the importance of constant innovation, this episode offers invaluable lessons for aspiring Amazon sellers.
We also delve into the intricacies of protecting designs from IP infringement, strategies for effective product launches, and the critical role of community building in e-commerce success.
Whether you're a seasoned seller looking for new strategies or a newcomer eager to learn, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiring stories to help you thrive in the dynamic world of Amazon selling.
Episode Notes:
00:17 - Josh Hadley Introduction
01:17 - Josh’s Background
01:56 - Childhood Business Ventures to Amazon
06:00 - Pivoting Categories and Selling Recipe Cards
10:10 - Scaling the Amazon Business and Impact of Covid
12:50 - The Current State of Selling Design-Based Products on Amazon
15:00 - Protecting Intellectual Property and Legal Strategies
20:25 - Barriers to Entry and Success Factors in Design-Based Categories
25:20 - Merch by Amazon and Product Differentiation
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/joshhadley
Website: ues.utah.edu
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