He started in the world of online trading through the purchasing of bargain products from thrift stores and local retail outlets, then flipping them on Ebay for profit, a process often known as Retail Arbitrage. Like many new sellers, the first year was marked by a steep learning curve, filled with challenges and mistakes. This new journey was full of risk, so knowing what products sell (and what products don’t sell!) was key.

However, KT’s perseverance paid off. He focused his time on YouTube, learning Retail Arbitrage best practices and investing in product sourcing software that could help him find the best products to flip. This is where he discovered SellerAmp – the powerful tool that provided critical insights and streamlined processes, helping KT make informed decisions that fueled his business growth. Every product he scanned pulled up an analysis right in front of him – sales history, seasonal trends, profit margins and more. No more guess work!

Nine months into growing the business and with sales becoming stable, KT decided to explore wholesale opportunities – a decision that proved to be a game-changer. Wholesale offered the potential for larger margins and a more stable supply chain, which became massively profitable compared to traditional Retail Arbitrage. With wholesale, KT could source products in bulk, negotiate better pricing, and ensure consistent stock levels—addressing common challenges faced by Amazon sellers such as fluctuating prices, inventory shortages and competition from other sellers.

Driven by the desire to optimize and scale the business, KT’s inventory and stock moved from his home into Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) and even began his own coaching program! KT’s inspiring story celebrated a turnover of 1 million products in his first year. Going from selling 2 products on eBay a day to over 200 a day through Amazon.

However, like any business, selling on Amazon is not without its challenges. KT encountered typical hurdles like navigating Amazon’s strict seller policies, dealing with unexpected account suspensions and managing the complexities of inventory management. Price wars with competitors and the constant need to maintain high seller metrics also posed significant challenges. Yet, KT’s ability to adapt, coupled with the insights provided by SellerAmp SAS, allowed for strategic pivots that overcame these obstacles.

By the second year, KT’s business had grown exponentially, turning over 3.1 million products. This momentum continued into the third year, with an impressive 4.3 million products sold. The successful integration of wholesale into the business model played a crucial role in this growth.

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