Billion Dollar Sellers

Inside the Mecca of Amazon Chinese Sellers

Kevin King provides an in-depth look at China South City in Shenzhen, analyzes SEO ROI trends, explains new Amazon title requirements, and discusses intent-based search optimization for AI engines. Plus updates on Walmart Marketplace opportunities and urgent Amazon listing compliance deadlines.
Key Points Discussed:
China South City's role in Amazon seller ecosystem
Black hat tactics and enforcement challenges
SEO ROI comparison for new vs established websites
Amazon product title compliance requirements
Intent-based search optimization strategies
Walmart Marketplace seller opportunities
Links Mentioned:
BDSS Events Q&A livestream (YouTube)
BDSS Events Q&A livestream (LinkedIn)
EcomCrew's China South City video tour
Website To Use With Google Translate
YLT Translations title optimization guide
Mike McClary's listing checker GPT
8fig Restock Planner trial
Complete Backend AI Optimization PDF guide
Walmart Marketplace seller registration
Special Event:
BDSS Market Masters in Austin (Feb 20-24)
Live Q&A tomorrow at 3:30 PM EST / 12:30 PM PST
Hot Picks:
 
Amazon AI deal leaves ‘zombie’ start-up in its wake, whistleblower says
CPSC tells Amazon it must change how it deals with hazardous goods
Amazon’s conversion path reporting now available to all sellers
 
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How to Sell to the Rich (It's Not Temu)

Kevin King discusses a $130M Amazon brand's turnaround story, shares Dan Martell's business insights, analyzes Amazon vs eBay revenue trends, and provides updates on Amazon acquisitions market. Plus podcast insights on product development, brand referral bonuses and PPC metrics.
Key Points Discussed:
$130M Amazon brand turnaround case study
Dan Martell's 30 Brutal Business Truths highlights
Amazon vs eBay revenue comparison 1997-2023
FBA acquisition market analysis for 2025
Stack Influence micro-influencer platform benefits
Berlin Amazon seller events preview
Links Mentioned:
BDSS Market Masters registration
Dan Martell's full "30 Brutal Business Truths" video
AMZ One Step consulting (10% off with code BDSN)
FBA Acquisition Market 2025 Report
Stack Influence Platform (10% off until Jan 31)
Berlin Events Registration:
Helium 10 Elite Workshop (Code: SS2025)
AMZ_Hacking Live (Code: HELIUM10)
Amazon Podcast Gold:
AM/PM Podcast #417 - Product Development Strategy
The Ecommerce Lab #277 - Brand Referral Bonus Deep Dive
Serious Sellers Podcast #622 - Strategic PPC Metrics
Hot Picks:
Best Buy marketplace launch announcement
Honey influencer scam exposure
Retailer return policy changes

Shocking truth about Amazon agencies

Kevin King discusses the upcoming Marketing Misfits AI tool reveal, TikTok's uncertain future in the US, Amazon's new product title policy, Chinese New Year impacts, and Walmart's new AI search feature.
Key Points Discussed:
Marketing Misfits' upcoming AI tool announcement
TikTok's status in the US and potential sale scenarios
Amazon's new product title policy effective January 21st, 2025
Chinese New Year 2025 shutdown timeline
Walmart's new Rufus-like GenAI search feature
Amazon conversion rate vs unit session percentage analysis
Links Mentioned:
Marketing Misfits AI Tool Announcement
TikTok Ban Explanation Video
Amazon Title Policy GPT Checker
New Package Design Tool
Sophie Society PPC Partnership Application
Bozeman Clicks Free PPC Audit
Conversion Rate vs USP Detailed Guide
Hot Picks:
Amazon and MercadoLibre benefit from new Mexican tariffs
New conversion path report on Amazon
Why big Amazon sellers based in China are branching out
Stat of the Day: Indonesia has the lowest average monthly labor cost at $200/month
Parting Quote: "Fear is the biggest way to NOT make money." - Gary Vaynerchuk
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Selling with Amazon Rufus AI: Here's the blueprint

Summary: Kevin King explains how Amazon's new Rufus AI works and how sellers can optimize for it, discusses the Temu vs Amazon battle, and shares his personal sleep optimization strategy.
Key Points Discussed:
How Rufus AI works and key optimization strategies for sellers
Complete breakdown of Temu's rise and Amazon's countermeasures
Stack Influence's micro-influencer automation platform
Kevin's sleep optimization using Eight Sleep technology
Links Mentioned:
Full 8,000-word Rufus AI Report
AMZ One Step Creative Services (10% off with code BDSN)
TikTok Viral Video Tracker Tool
Stack Influence Platform (10% off until end January)
Eight Sleep Pod Information
Hot Picks:
Guide for Amazon sellers starting Shopify storefronts
AI shopping agents and e-commerce trends for 2025
Parting Quote: "Change your life so that you can live it, not wait for it."
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Mark Cuban weighs in on Amazon fakes

Kevin King discusses his AI predictions for e-commerce in 2025, Mark Cuban's stance on Amazon counterfeits, Carbon6's $210M acquisition, Mexico's new tariff regulations, and Amazon's AI-driven recommendations system Rufus.
Key Points Discussed:
2025 AI predictions for e-commerce including Solo Seller's Revolution
Scott Adams' counterfeit Dilbert calendar situation and Mark Cuban's response
Carbon6 Technologies' $210M acquisition by SPS Commerce
Mexico's new tariff regulations affecting e-commerce
Amazon's Rufus AI image recognition capabilities
Links Mentioned:
Secret PPC Mastery Webinar Registration (Thursday 2pm EST)
Scott Adam's post on X
8fig's Restock Planner Demo
Bozeman Clicks Free PPC Audit
Dealcon Conference Information
Polymarket TikTok Ban Odds
Hot Picks:
If TiKTok is banned, high-profile creators are expected to go here
How to decode unusual review activity on your Amazon listings
Why 2024 was the year sellers became less loyal to Amazon
Stat of the Day: 30% of mobile phones worldwide are iPhones
Parting Quote: "Use what you already know. People are so busy searching for a shortcut — or hoping an easier path will reveal itself — they let numerous moments slip by when they could get results simply by doing what is right in front of them." - James Clear
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New Alibaba tool for Amazon product sourcing

Kevin King discusses Michelle Barnum Smith joining the Billion Dollar Dream 100, AI's impact on search, Accio - Alibaba's new AI tool, social media post lifespans, and TikTok's uncertain future in the US.
Key Points Discussed:
Michelle Barnum Smith's journey from corporate to TikTok marketing queen
AI search impact on Amazon traffic and listings
Accio AI procurement tool from Alibaba
Half-life statistics for social media posts
TikTok's potential US ban and Trump's evolving stance
Links Mentioned:
TTShopSellers.com - Michelle's TikTok framework
The Marketing Misfits - Amber Spears affiliate strategies video
AM/PM Podcast Episode #427 - TikTok's Fate with Rafay MH
Black Crow Demo Booking (for $100 gift card offer)
Accio AI Tool on Alibaba
Hot Picks
How Walmart Became More Like Amazon in 2024
Top 10 Amazon Influencers for 2025
Chinese Companies Trump Tariffs Analysis
Jonathan Tilley's 2024 Amazon Strategies Wrapped
Stat of the Day: 67% of Inc. 5000 companies fail within three years
Parting Quote: "People don't take action until they feel something."
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8 Most Clicked Amazon Money-Makers of 2024

Kevin King shares the year's most popular content, including AI's impact on Amazon listings, inventory management strategies, and crucial updates for sellers heading into 2025.
Key Points Discussed:
How to calculate required Amazon sales for target income
Google SGE's impact on Amazon traffic
Amazon's AI (Rufus) and its effect on product search
New approach to Amazon listing optimization for AI
Steve Rolle's 100+ reviews launch strategy
Amazon's AI listing modification issues and solutions
Creator Connections tool success metrics
Helium 10 year-end offer details
Links Mentioned:
Bookskeep & Profit First E-commerce Sales Calculator
Google's Search Generative Experience 
Vanessa Hung Analysis Video
Steve Rolle's Product Launch Strategy Video
8fig Restock Planner Sign-up
Jason McClellan's AI Opt-out Guide
Chad Rubin's Review Management AI Prompt
Amazon Badge Strategy Guide
Helium 10 40% Off Deal
BDSS XI in Iceland
Parting Quote: "Be the person your dog thinks you are."
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Uh oh - your Amazon listing may get suspended Jan. 1

Kevin King discusses Trump tariffs impact on sellers, finding viral influencers, compliance tools, TikTok Shop's global performance, and worldwide Amazon events for 2025.
Key Points Discussed:
Trump-era tariffs returning in 2025 and impact on Amazon sellers
U.S. trade deficits by country for Jan-Oct 2024
Supply chain diversification strategies
Marketplace professional salary ranges
Extracta.ai bookkeeping automation tool
TikTok Shop vs Amazon Influencer comparison
TikTok Shop's dominance in Southeast Asia
Gen Z and Millennial shopping behavior on TikTok
TikTok Shop fee structure vs competitors
Viral Amazon products on TikTok
Links Mentioned:
Lunch with Norm Podcast
Hidden Influencers List Access
Barcus Patty's Listing Compliance GPT
Amazon PPC Partnership Application
Extracta.ai Sign-up
AMZ Summits Event Calendar
Psychology and Marketing for E-Commerce Success
Hot Picks:
Injunction lifted - you have until Jan. 13 to file your mandatory BOI
Amazon PPC 2024 year in review for Amazon advertisers
Marketplace selling 2024 year in review in 70+ slides (PDF)
How to go from ASIN to Live Image in Amazon AI Creative Studio
Linked accounts continue to be top Amazon suspension reason
Parting Quote: "Your margin is my opportunity." - Jeff Bezos
Stump Bezos Answer: E-commerce represents about 8.2% of Walmart's US sales
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This Little-Known Ninja Hack Goes Live Dec 25

Kevin King discusses post-holiday gift card strategies, true cost of Christmas gifts, Thrasio lawsuit, new video AI developments, and exclusive services for Amazon sellers.
Key Points Discussed:
Gift card market statistics and redemption patterns
Post-holiday gift card marketing strategies
2024 PNC Christmas Price Index analysis
Thrasio lawsuit against founders
New video AI models from OpenAI, DeepMind, and Pika
Riverbend Consulting's suspension coverage programs
ASIN conversion rate comparison tool
Bozeman Clicks PPC audit service
Links Mentioned:
Bozeman Clicks Complementary PPC Audit
OpenAI's release of Sora
Veo 2
Riverbend Consulting Free eGuide
Jon Derkits' ASIN Conversion Calculator
BDSS X Presentations:
Melisa Vong's Session
Josh Hadley's Session
David Ghiyam's Session
Hot Picks:
 
Amazon sellers are revolting over a new policy
Amazon claims sellers say “Amazon is definitely best bang for the buck.”
Rise of Shein and Temu is fueling cross-retailer return abuse
 
Parting Quote: "Believe in the magic of giving, for the greatest gifts we share are kindness, love, and joy. Let's make the world brighter, one good deed at a time!"
Stump Bezos Answer: Over 200 million wish lists are created on Amazon during the holiday season
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Amazon F'ing 3P sellers again with new change

Kevin King discusses Amazon's new FBA reimbursement policy changes, marketing campaign timing data, TikTok's potential US ban, and updates from BDSS speakers.Key Points Discussed:
Amazon's March 2025 FBA reimbursement policy changes
Planning and execution times for different marketing campaigns
TikTok ban implications and scenarios
8fig's Restock Planner tool features
Dream 100 Market Masters Think Tank insights
Top 12 e-commerce podcasts
Colin Campbell's new book
Links Mentioned:
Amazon PPC Partnership Application
Market Masters Secrets from the Basement ($47 special offer)
8fig Restock Planner Demo
Arcads AI Video Creation Tutorial
BDSS X Level Up Hawaii Registration
Hot Picks:
Marketplace Pulse year in review for 2024, seventh edition
Tariffs force Amazon to choose between low prices or U.S. sellers
Amazon closed my account and held my money - here’s why
 
Parting Quote: "Your goal in life should not be to achieve happiness or be happy, but to be fulfilled. Fulfillment usually happens when we do something for the benefit of others instead of benefiting ourselves. If you want to be happy - help yourself. If you want to be fulfilled - help others." - Tomer RabinovichStump Bezos Answer: Amazon hired 250,000 temporary workers for the 2024 holiday season
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