With over 15 years of experience, Diana shares her unique journey from academia to becoming a leading figure in the Amazon selling world.
This episode delves into the early days of Amazon FBA, the evolution of listing creation, the importance of data-driven decision-making, and strategies for successful wholesale on Amazon.
Diana also shares her insights on negotiating with distributors, the origin of the Amazon United conference, and personal anecdotes from her career, including experiences with gender dynamics in male-dominated industries.
Tune in to gain valuable insights from a true Amazon FBA pioneer and learn how to navigate the ever-changing landscape of e-commerce.
Episode Notes:
00:15 - Diana Gershman Introduction
02:00 - Entering the World of Amazon
03:55 - The Early Days of Amazon FBA
05:50 - Building a Listing on Amazon
07:55 - Transition from Passive Selling to Proactive Account Management
10:25 - The Impact of Data on Modern Amazon Selling
11:56 - How Keepa and Other Tools Have Evolved to Assist in Data-driven Selling
17:42 - The Significance of Forecasting and Its Benefits to Distributors
18:05 - The benefits of Establishing Relationships with Distributors
19:40 - The Proliferation of Amazon Sellers Buying from Distributors
20:22 - Learning from Mistakes and Understanding the Marketplace
22:20 - The Business of Gender and Industry Domination
23:26 - The Generational Shift in Business Ownership
24:30 - The Inception and Realization of AMZ United
27:38 - Diana Recounts the AMZ United Experience
37:09 - What Else Does Diana Do?
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/diana-gershman-4a8411b
Instagram: diana (@diana_in_real_life)
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