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#644: AI-augmented human recommendations for retail customers with Noah Zamansky, Stitch Fix 27:12

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We are here at eTail Palm Springs and seeing and hearing the latest and greatest in e-commerce and retail. Question: Do you need to choose between AI and human recommendations as a customer? Why not have both? After all, don’t each have their strengths? AI in the retail experience is all the rage these days, but today I’m talking with someone from a brand that has been incorporating AI-personalized experiences and shopping combined with expert human recommendations for over 14 years, and continues to innovate today. Today we’re going to talk about how AI-based personalization plus human creativity and input makes an amazing customer experience at Stitch Fix. To help me discuss this topic, I’d like to welcome Noah Zamansky, Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix. About Noah Zamansky Noah Zamansky serves as the Vice President of Product and Client Experience at Stitch Fix, where he leads cross-functional teams spanning Product, Design, Engineering, Algorithms, and Platform Development. A seasoned leader, Noah has a proven track record of shaping product vision and strategy, designing exceptional user experiences, and spearheading the launch of new business ventures. Before joining Stitch Fix, Noah held the role of Senior Director of Product Management at eBay, overseeing Fashion and Vertical Experiences. Resources Stitch Fix: https://www.stitchfix.com eTail Palm Springs: https://etailwest.wbresearch.com/ Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstrom Listen to The Agile Brand without the ads. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3ymf7hd Don't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://www.theagilebrand.show Check out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.com The Agile Brand podcast is brought to you by TEKsystems. Learn more here: https://www.teksystems.com/versionnextnow The Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company…

Merch Minds Podcast

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The Merch Minds Podcast is hosted by Glen and Yong. The podcast is all about the Merch by Amazon business and the print on demand industry.

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#Business #Merch #Merchbyamazon #Printondemand #Yong Jae Chong #Glen Zubia #Arts #Graphic Design #E-Commerce #Tech #Industries

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The Merch Minds Podcast is hosted by Glen and Yong. The podcast is all about the Merch by Amazon business and the print on demand industry.

157 ตอน

#Business #Merch #Merchbyamazon #Printondemand #Yong Jae Chong #Glen Zubia #Arts #Graphic Design #E-Commerce #Tech #Industries

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 163: Interview With Singer and Creator Ashten White 52:55

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This week I had the opportunity to talk to the lovely and talented Ashten White. She is a singer who recently got into Merch by Amazon. She shares her journey into POD and how she is trying to scale her account. She talks about how she designed a shirt for herself and was then approached by her friends to make them one. If you want to see her shirt, the link is below. Buy one for yourself, and let's make this shirt go viral. Titty Tee https://amzn.to/3EOz8L8 Instagram @ashtenwhite…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 162: Interview With Ryan Hogue 59:30

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This week I got a chance to talk with Ryan Hogue. Ryan has a very successful YouTube channel where he has been documenting his POD journey. Regardless of whether you like him or not, he's been making an impact in the POD community. Ryan talks a lot about his automation process. While he's a one-person operation, he does have tools to help him scale his account. Make sure and subscribe to his channel below. https://www.youtube.com/c/RyanHoguePassiveIncome/videos https://bit.ly/PODSunsets…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 161: The Return of Hustler Hacks 1:16:44

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Glen Zubia makes his return to the Merch Minds Podcast. After answering why Glen stopped doing Merch by Amazon to a few listeners, I invited him back on the show. Glen and I had a blast catching up and talking POD. Make sure and subscribe to his channel if you're looking for other ways to make money. Glen has made a career of reselling sneakers for a profit. The link to his channel is below. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChJ0-Bx2Vt3xGAPC8oCze2g…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 160: Discussing Trademarks With Dave Cadoff 1:04:17

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As a small business owner and being involved POD, this will be the most important episode. Dave Cadoff joins me this week to discuss trademarks. If you don't take trademarks seriously, it can get you banned from Amazon and other platforms. Dave shares a lot of information, so please pay close attention. If you want to get involved, then make sure and join the Trademark Watchdogs Facebook group. The link is below. https://www.facebook.com/groups/461932877541687…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 159: Kelli Roberts Returns to the Merch Minds Podcast 58:34

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Kelli Roberts, a long time friend of the Merch Minds Podcast, returns to catch us up in her POD journey. Kelli is no longer publishing low-content and no-content books on KDP. As many of you know, Kelli was my mentor when it came to KDP Publishing. Kelli discusses why she is no longer publishing on KDP and primarily focused on Merch by Amazon. She discusses her strategies and what she is expecting for Q4 this year. Make sure and subscribe to her YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/c/KelliPublish…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 158: Dean and Courtney Jayroe from TeeDuel 53:35

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Dean and Courtney Jayroe return and talk about their own printing business. They were initially on the show back in 2018 on episode 108. A lot has changed for them since they were originally on the show. They have scaled their business and purchased a second DTG printer. They also have employees now, so they could focus more on running their business instead of printing shirts. If you would like to contact them, their website is listed below. https://teeduel.com/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 157: Interview With Jeff Davidson 1:11:20

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This week I talk to Jeff Davidson from San Diego, CA. Like many of us, Jeff started his side hustle career in reselling and then got into print-on-demand. Jeff is on various platforms such as Merch by Amazon, eBay, and Etsy. Jeff also does a lot of woodwork where he creates custom pieces for his customers. He also does vinyl and 3-D printing. The one important lesson we can learn from my interview with Jeff is that we can all benefit from multiple income streams.…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 156: Interview With Hella Bella 1:43:09

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This week I had Hella Bella on the show, and we had a long conversation about anything and everything. At the age of 26, she has accomplished more than people her age. She's an entrepreneur, homeowner and has a popular YouTube channel. Bella documents her journey on Merch by Amazon and is very transparent about her journey. Like myself, she openly shares her numbers and doesn't sugarcoat anything. Make sure and subscribe to her YouTube channel and follow her journey as she becomes a Merch by Amazon rock star. Hella Bella YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BellaStayFly Hella Bella Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellastayfly/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 155: Interview With Myrna Gomez 51:48

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This week I talk with Myrna Gomez. Myrna is a great ambassador for Merch by Amazon in the Hispanic community. She runs a very successful Facebook group and has a YouTube channel for Spanish speakers interested in print on demand. We talk about how she leverages her culture to make designs for the Hispanic community. Myrna understands the importance of her heritage and manages to make positive designs. Make sure and subscribe to her YouTube channel to show her support. Merch by Amazon and Print on Demand in Spanish (Facebook Group) https://www.facebook.com/groups/154974618390311 KDP in Spanish (Facebook Group) https://www.facebook.com/groups/182894192583009 Myrna Gomez YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/MyrnaGomez/featured…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 154: Getting Down and Dirty With Filthy Phil 1:13:16

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Love him or hate him, Filthy Phil is making more money than most of us on Merch by Amazon. Having been on Amazon for four years at the time of recording this episode he's now making an average of $15k per month. That's more than what most of us make at our day jobs. Filthy Phil shares his story on how he got started and how he was able to scale his account. He was able to teach himself design and Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. From there he never looked back and is now sitting pretty at the 200,000 tier and continues his hustle. Make sure and check out his YouTube channel. https://bit.ly/37Lv3ZM…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 153: Getting Inspired With Eric Patrick Thomas 1:21:15

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I was introduced to Eric Patrick Thomas last year. Unfortunately, we never recorded his episode due to COVID-19 and the issues I was dealing with in my personal life. Today I had the privilege of talking to Eric and this might be the most inspirational episode to date. In 1997, Eric suffered a spinal cord injury that paralyzed him from the neck down. While most people in his situation might have made excuses Eric decided to make the best of his situation and thrive. He now runs a successful apparel brand and design business. Get "Inspired" by Eric Patrick Thomas. Personal: https://twitter.com/ericpthomas https://www.facebook.com/ericpatrickthomas https://www.instagram.com/ericpatrickthomas/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2zRwUnVJ2jj5uiSAhSz_GQ/featured?view_as=public inspire brand: #inspire #inspireFriday #alctw https://linktr.ee/inspireshirt1 https://twitter.com/inspireshirt https://www.instagram.com/inspireshirt1/ https://www.facebook.com/inspireshirt www.inspireshirt.com http://inspireetsy.com/ https://www.amazon.com/inspireshirt EZ Awareness by Design: #withoutawarenessyourinvisible https://www.instagram.com/ezawareness/ https://ezawareness.com/ https://twitter.com/ezawareness https://www.facebook.com/ezawarenessbydesign/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 152: I'm Back and My Conversation With Ken Reil 1:05:51

4 yearsที่แล้ว1:05:51

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Hello, all you cool cats and kittens! What a year it has been since my very last episode. A lot has happened since then, and there have been some significant changes on Merch. So I invited my good friend Ken Reil to come and talk Merch with me on my return episode. I apologize in advance for the quality of the audio. I'll be honest with you. It's been so long that I almost forgot how to record my very own show. I promise that it will get better. In the meantime, ignore the clicking sound and enjoy my conversation with Ken Reil.…

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A Tribute to My Father 41:20

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In this episode, I talk about the hardest working man I've ever known. Rest in peace, abeoji.

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 151: Why Hasn't There Been Any New Episode of the Merch Minds Podcast 54:05

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I read your emails and messages, and in this episode, I talk about why I haven't been putting out much content. I am going through some changes in my personal life, which I reveal in this episode. Listen to this episode, and you will understand why there hasn't been much content from me.

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 150: Interview with Nancy Badillo 46:18

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I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy. I am still under quarantine and going through some changes in my personal life. Everything is fine, and I'm making some changes which I will explain in the near future. In this episode, I interview Nancy Badillo. She has a popular YouTube channel and makes a full-time living selling digital products on Etsy. I know this podcast is about print-on-demand, and technically digital products are print-on-demand products. Listen to the episode, and Nancy explains more. The two best POD platforms are behind on production, and many of us suffered the past few months. Now is the time to rethink our strategy and diversify our income streams. Learn more about Nancy's new course in this episode. I am not an affiliate for her course. https://art-printable-course.teachable.com/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 149: Quarantine Episode with RJ Martinez 54:24

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In the last episode, my good friend Greg Johnson and I talked about the importance of having different income streams. We're literally in a recession, and a lot of people are out of jobs because of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, don't let that stop you from providing for your family. I wanted to hold myself accountable and decided to sign up for Postmates, which is a food and grocery delivery service. Just a couple of days ago, I started my career as a food and grocery courier. In this episode, I recap my first experience as a driver for Postmates and how much I made. RJ Martinez joined me as we talk about diverse income streams and being a courier for various food delivery services. Also, it's great entertainment while most of us are in quarantine. Finally, if you want to sign up for Postmates, make sure and use my promo code. From my understanding, we both get a signup bonus if you use it. Postmates https://pmfleet.app.link/5qFgJuRFq5…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 148: Extra Income Opportunities with Greg Johnson 38:44

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These are uncertain and confusing times since the COVID-19 virus became a global pandemic. We went from a stable economy to be in a recession overnight. With a few states being under the place in shelter order, many businesses are closes, and more states will follow. In this episode, I invited Greg Johnson back to the podcast. He is a small business owner who is also suffering, just like most Americans. However, over the years, he created multiple income streams for himself and have that extra cushion to support him and his family. Greg recently created a free Facebook group called Extra Income Opportunities. It's a small group where he brings together like-minded individuals to brainstorm and talk about how to make money on the side. Many of us might be out of jobs, but there are other opportunities that we can take advantage of. If you're one of the many Americans that need direction and encouragement, I highly recommend you join this group. You can learn a thing or two outside of print-on-demand and create various income streams for yourself. These are challenging times, but with support, we can make the best of it. Extra Income Opportunities https://www.facebook.com/groups/211846800171433/219500686072711/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 147: Zero to Hero With Joseph Gallegos 47:14

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I heard you loud and clear. I've read your messages and emails. You have been asking when I was going to come back, blaring into your earbuds. Well, here I am with another episode of the Merch Minds Podcast. I initially met Joseph Gallegos back in 2017. He was getting his feet wet with Merch by Amazon, and his journey has paid off. He is now making a full-time income with Merch, and there is no turning back for him. He surpassed me and is looking to grow his account further. So how did he do it? In this episode, I pick Joseph's brain and ask him for suggestions on how to get more sales. You will be surprised by his answers. In short, he owes everything to hard work.…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 146: How to Start a Podcast With Helen Kinson From Merch Money 1:05:19

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This week Helen Kinson from Merch Money and I discuss how to start a podcast. It might seem complicated, but it's actually pretty easy. You can start a podcast for free or even on a very tight budget. We discuss everything about what services we use, types of equipment, the questions we ask, and even about affiliate marketing. Anyone can do it, and Helen and I compare notes. Helen is so humble, but she is a force to reckon with as a content creator. Also, this is your final chance to sign up for Pixel Pod Studio and its bonuses. We heard you loud and clear! We are now offering PowerPoint files with all our interiors. Because of this special announcement, we extended the signup date to 11:59 pm this Sunday, February 9, 2020. While you can sign up anytime, the bonuses won't last long. Let's review what you're getting below. Ten ready to upload KDP interiors (PDF) including INDD, IDML, and now PowerPoint files 50 Transparent PNG custom line drawings Facebook group for support Weekly live calls InDesign tutorials on how to customize and resize interiors Keyword and listing optimization tutorials The bonuses are: Ten additional ready to upload KDP interiors (PDF) including INDD files and IDML files (Total of 20 for signing up) 100 Transparent PNG custom line drawings (Total of 100 for signing up) There are no long term contracts so you can cancel at any time. Again, the subscription is only $24.97 per month. Sign up today and separate you from the rest of the competition. https://pixelpodstudio.podia.com/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 145: Announcing the Launch of Pixel Pod Studio! 25:41

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Happy New Year! This episode is all about my latest venture. My good friends, Manny, RJ, and I decided to start offering KDP interiors for people in the low-content publishing business. If you don't like being marketed to, I suggest that you don't listen to this episode. However, if you're interested in high-quality interiors for your low-content and no-content publishing business, please proceed. We're proud to announce the launch of Pixel Pod Studio. So what is Pixel Pod Studio? I teamed up with my friend Manny who has a very successful design career both in corporate and freelance. We decided to team up and offer the KDP community interiors that have never been offered until now. We're providing premium interiors that Manny and I are personally designing ourselves. Nothing is being outsourced. All interiors are designed in Adobe InDesign and not PowerPoint using premium fonts. In return, you get the highest quality interiors on the market. Listen to the podcast and hear for yourself what you're getting. Ten ready to upload PDF interiors for KDP, including INDD and IDML files 50 transparent PNG custom line drawings Facebook group for support Tutorials on how to personalize and customize each interior using Adobe InDesign Keyword & Listing Optimization Tutorials As a special bonus offer. If you get sign up before January 31, 2020, you will receive the following bonuses. Ten ready to upload PDF interiors for KDP, including INDD and IDML files 50 additional lined drawings Sign up today before the bonuses are gone. http://bit.ly/2NTM36x…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 144: Year In Review and Goals for 2020 39:55

5 yearsที่แล้ว39:55

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This is the very last Merch Minds episode of 2020. Since I started the year with a Spanish co-host, it's only fitting that I end the year with a Spanish co-host. RJ Martinez joins me to recap some of the highlights and lowlights of 2020. Thank you everyone for your support, and I'll catch up with you next year.…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 143: Interview with Juna Duncan at Detour Shirts 44:55

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Happy Holidays everyone! This week I speak with the very talented Juna Duncan at Detour Shirts. Juna comes to us from Salt Lake City, which is where the next Merch by Amazon Conference will be held. Juna also happens to run one of the most popular and active Instagram accounts for POD. Juna also talks about the popular style of designs that are resonating with the youth. He talks about the unique Kawaii style of design that originated in Japan. The best way to describe the Kawaii style is that it has a lot of pastel colors, and everything is CUTE. Make sure and follow Juna and Detour Shirts on IG. He breaks down his designs and shows how they can be made with just simple shapes. He also shares a variety of niches, so make sure and show him support on IG. Detour Shirts Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/detourshirts/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 142: Discussing Licensing Agreements and DesignerCon with Ken Reil 58:39

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Every episode is a special episode, but this episode is extra special. This week my father Ken Reil stops by, and we discuss licensing agreements and DesignerCon. We had the opportunity to attend DesignerCon in Anaheim a few weeks ago, and we recap our experience. Ken also drops some valuable nuggets on how to succeed on Merch by Amazon. We're very fortunate that Ken has connections with the staff at Merch by Amazon, and he's always sharing what he can with the community. Ken drops some hints on what's coming in 2020. I was always very vocal about how saturated the Merch by Amazon marketplace is. However, Ken reassured me that there is still money to be made. Let's all start making goals for 2020 and make sure to share your goals with us in the comments.…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 141: Interview with Illustrator and Designer Jay Reed 52:58

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This week I talk to the talented artist and illustrator Jay Reed. Jay resides in Southern California, specifically in Orange County. He's been doing print on demand long before Merch by Amazon even existed. Jay makes a full-time living doing print-on-demand and commission work. It's obvious that he knows what makes a good design and understands how to be successful. Jay shares on how he comes up with concepts and other strategies that we can all implement. Check out Jay's work for yourself. Website: https://artistjayreed.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jreedart Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artistjayreed/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/artistjayreed…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 140: Interview with Michael Webster from the Strugglepreneur Podcast 46:03

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Michael Webster represents the struggle. He is your average guy with big goals. Like most of us, he's seeking financial freedom. He wants his wife to be able to retire and be able to support his five children. How can you not support him? For Michael, it's not about him but more about his family. He talks about his journey into POD and as always he gives my audience a little surprise on how he makes money with local sales. Make sure and support Michael and his podcast, the Strugglepreneur Podcast. He documents his journey and struggles as an entrepreneur. Let's encourage him to put out more episodes by subcribing! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-strugglepreneur-podcast/id1463313952?ls=1…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 139: Interview with Duy Truong from Portland Squad 43:28

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Duy Truong from Portland is starting a new venture with POD. He originally started Merch by Amazon back in early 2017. He's now starting a new journey into building his own brand and selling on his own platform. Duy started Portland Squad to pay homage to the city he absolutely loves. Being born and raised in Portland he hopes the city can help with his new business venture. Portland Squad is a brand that all of us can relate to because he's building his business from the ground up. Follow Duy's journey and show him some love on IG. Portland Squad https://portlandsquad.com/ Portland Squad Instagram https://www.instagram.com/portlandsquad/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 138: We're Back After a Two Month Hiatus 34:49

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It seems like it's been forever but finally, Glen and Yong are back. It's been two months since the last episode and we heard your voices. It's time to listen in and see what we have been up to. Make sure to listen to the very end to hear a special announcement.

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Merch Minds Podcast Update 2:34

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Hi everyone! It's Yong here. I hope everyone is doing well. I sincerely apologize for the lack of content. This is just a quick update on why we have been absent but we promise to be back soon.

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 137: Take the 30-Day Etsy Challenge With Matt and RJ 54:40

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Merch is dead! That's why, for the past several weeks, I put my efforts back into rebuilding my Etsy store. And it's paid because in less than two months I'm already at $600 in sales with just a little over 400 products live. This week Matt and RJ are back on the show. They are back to talk about their new 30-Day Etsy Challenge, which will motivate you to build your Etsy store. Joining them in the challenge is Dionne Baker and Jay De Souza, who are successful Etsy business owners. There are many reasons to get started on Etsy. You get better margins and analytics that you don't get on Amazon. Not just that but you have more control. While Etsy still isn't our platform, it attracts the people who are willing to spend more money. I'm excited about the challenge because as I stated earlier, I been scaling my Etsy store. I'm also enthusiastic about the opportunity to work with Matt, RJ, Dionne, and Jay. With their support, I'm looking to double my numbers by the end of October. If you're interested in joining the challenge with I encourage you to use my affiliate link. Here's the great thing about purchasing the challenge through me. I will include the following bonuses for free: Typography Dissected Poster (PDF Version) Understanding Typography for Merch by Amazon eBook Understanding Typography for Etsy Workshop The workshop will be presented after the challenge is over. I don't want to overwhelm everyone because a lot of information will already be presented to us. I will let you guys know the date soon. You get all this for just $97! Who's onboard to take the challenge with me? https://etsychallenge.com/etsy-challenge-funnelxqx9ndaf?affiliate_id=1939795…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 136: Interview with Greg Johnson 54:49

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Greg Johnson is a successful entrepreneur. He's married and has six beautiful kids that he supports and raises. With that said, it was a matter of time before we got him on the show. I'm not going to lie. I had a whole list of questions to ask in regards to Local Merch because that was something we both experimented with back when it was still new. However, the conversation completely took a left turn, and a whole new topic came up. As entrepreneurs sometimes we need to be innovative and think outside the box. And that's exactly what Greg did. He took his best selling design on Merch by Amazon and had it printed on shirts through a local printer. He then sent them into Amazon to have them fulfilled through their FBA program. Also, as mentioned in the podcast, we are trying to raise money for Dave Cadoff. He is having surgery later this week, and his colleagues in the POD community are trying to raise money for him. Whether you care about trademarks or not, Dave has committed to fight trademarks trolls on our behalf behind the scenes. I talk about how special the POD community is. If there is one time we need to come together, it is now. We may have our differences, but I think we can all agree that Dave is the one person who needs our support. Anyone that supports a minimum of $10 will get a set of five KDP interiors. Just message me with the invoice that you donated. Even if you don't donate, I'll give them to you regardless. I only ask that you give me a couple of weeks to make them. Dave Cadoff GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/f/dave-cadoff-heart-surgery-fund?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 135: Interview with Illustrator Drew Pocza 55:51

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This week we talk to the very talented Drew Pocza. We had the privilege of meeting Drew back in September 2018 at the Merch by Amazon Conference in Seattle. His journey on Merch is young, but his skills speak years of experience. Merch by Amazon is no longer what it used to be. It has evolved a lot since the platform was launched back in 2015. The advice I gave Drew was to keep at it. No matter how frustrating the platform, the best thing he can do is not to quit and keep uploading quality work. Check out his Instagram as he does amazing work. His Instagram is listed below. What do you guys think? What else should Drew be doing to up his POD game? Pocza Website https://pocza.com Pocza Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dpocza/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 134: Interview with Teresa Rose with Pin Traffic Power 49:31

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Teresa Rose from Pin Traffic Power stops by to talk with the boys again. If you're suffering from slow summer sales, this could be the perfect episode for you. Teresa has tested and refined the art of leveraging Pinterest to drive traffic to blogs and listings. I said this many times, and some of you might disagree, but I feel Merch by Amazon is dead. There are just too many people on the platform, which cause niches to be saturated. Even running AMS ads to my products, I get no conversions. Teresa's new and updated program will help you build your Pinterest presence. I have taken the course, and it's a well put together program. To start leveraging Pinterest for your products, make sure and sign up for her program below by the end of the month. The price will go up on September 1st. Pin Power Traffic https://pintrafficpower.thinkific.com/courses/pin-traffic-mastery?ref=c87e98…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 133: Interview with Houman and Rosie from Living List Journey 58:35

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We have an awesome episode this week. Houman and Rosie from Living List Journey talk to Yong in a very rare interview. Both of them normally don't like the exposure but was gracious enough and sit with Yong in a fun interview. Houman, who is from the Bay Area decided to travel the world after building a successful Etsy store. With Merch by Amazon being too competitive these days he decided to try the Etsy marketplace and it paid off big time. With the success of his shop, he's now able to live his dream life and travel nine months out of the year. Houman and Rosie are living the life that we all should be living. Get inspired. If this episode doesn't motivate you to start and scale your print-on-demand business then all hope is lost for you. Make sure and follow their journey on Instagram. Instagram: @livinglistjourney…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 132: Catching up After a Two Week Break 38:55

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After a two week break, both Glen and Yong are back with another Merch Minds episode. Glen had been traveling attending conferences, and Yong's day job had been pretty demanding. They are finally back to catch up and talk print-on-demand. A lot has happened since the last episode. Yong had relaunched his Etsy store by deleting and relisting everything from scratch. This destroyed his algorithm, and he was hardly getting any traffic. After a couple of weeks, he's finally starting to get sales once again. Now that they're both back what have you been up to? How is your POD business running? Let them know in the comments below.…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 131: What We Learned Being on Merch by Amazon for Three Years 47:09

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This week we go back to the basics. No guests. Instead, we talk about what we learned in the three years of doing Merch by Amazon. A lot has changed since the launch of Merch by Amazon. Yong keeps plugging away and continues to work on his account. Glen has taken a hiatus from working on his account because of the constant changes implemented by Amazon. How about you? What have you learned during the last 2-3 years being on Merch by Amazon. Are you rolling with the punches and complying with all the changes made by Amazon? Let us know in the comments.…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 130: Interview With Amy Nicholas 45:42

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Amy Nicholas stops by to talk to the boys this week. In the last few years, Amy has made a career in the digital market space. She started with Kindle and then made the transition into apparel sales. Amy talks about everything from how she left her corporate job to becoming her own boss. She talks about the struggles of hiring a VA. She’s also very big on mindset and talks about some of the people that she follows. Amy is a good example of how to succeed by diversifying the marketplace. Why Merch by Amazon is the king of print-on-demand, she understands the importance of spreading out your portfolio. Check out Amy on her YouTube channel listed below. Amy Nicholas YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0uFpGln_Qt6w_SGY3DF2g/videos Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 129: Interview With Danielle Podeszek from POD Design Shop 40:09

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This week let's go back to the basics. The foundation of the Merch Minds podcast is based on graphic design. This week the boys talk to a talented designer in Danielle Podeszek. Danielle is a graphic designer who started her print-on-demand career on Zazzle. She then moved on to Merch by Amazon and has done relatively good for herself. Her experience as a corporate designer has given her the freedom to explore opportunities outside of a day job. Danielle's approach to design is straightforward. She uses basic shapes and color schemes, which is a throwback to the retro look. The boys said it a thousand time by now. Simple and clean designs are always the best, and Danielle has proven that with her portfolio. Pod Design Shop https://www.instagram.com/poddesignshop/ Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 128: Interview With Dionne Baker and Jay De Souza 57:36

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Many people say Canadians are some of the nicest people on earth. This week the boys put that theory to test by interviewing Dionne Baker and Jay DeSouza. They are business partners and successful Etsy shop owners. Dionne comes from a marketing background, and Jay is a graphic designer by trade. Together they were able to build profitable Etsy and Shopify stores. They talk everything on the show from how they got into business to the importance of marketing. When it comes to Etsy, I'm sure you heard their names throughout the print-on-demand community. They both have close to 100,000 sales under their belts, and that number continues to grow. With that many sales, I'm sure we can learn something new about Etsy and the platform. It's been said a thousand times now. Build and grow a business outside of Amazon. While Merch by Amazon is a great platform to make some quick money the stability of Etsy can generate a long-term income stream. Make sure and purchase their Etsy Crash Course, which will get you started on the right path. And it is true, Canadians are very nice! The Etsy Crash Course https://shopboss-secrets.teachable.com/p/etsy-crash-course/?affcode=174186_lzk1fyk1 Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 127: Interview With Johnathan Grzybowski and the Introduction of Penji 3.0 52:38

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There was no show last week because it was Memorial Day weekend. This week the boys are back, and they interview Johnathan Grzybowski from Penji. Johnathan stopped by and announced the new and improved Penji 3.0. Penji is a full design agency that delivers Merch designs and just about anything else you can think of. Other Merch agencies are just that. They just deliver Merch designs. With Penji you can scale your Merch account, KDP, Local Merch and just about any other business you want to get into. Johnathan showed us the new and improved dashboard for Penji. The new interface provides a better way to communicate with the designers on Penji. You can also add your own virtual assistant to help manage your account. mo codeThere are other new features that will blow your mind. https://penji.co/ Johnathan is giving us three ways to get Penji. Original Plan: You can still get the original plan, which is $369 per month. However, make sure to use the promo code "merchminds" and get 10% off every month. You won't find this deal anywhere else. With the original plan, you can get designs for just about anything you can think of. This is the perfect package for anyone doing Merch and KDP Publishing. Merch Plan: With the Merch plan, you can get unlimited designs just for your Merch by Amazon account. At a lower rate, you can now focus on growing your Merch by Amazon account. Penji just released their new Merch program for just $244 per month. Make sure to use promo code "merchforever" when checking out. Year of Merch: If you don't want to deal with monthly payments then this is the plan for you. Use the promo code "YEAROFMERCH" and get the pro plan for just $2688. That's a saving of a whopping $1740. https://penji.co/…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 126: Interview With Christina Romero 38:07

6 yearsที่แล้ว38:07

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You may or may not have heard of this week's guest, Christina Romero. She is quiet and in the shadows. Don't let that fool you though because she is putting up significant numbers with print-on-demand. Christina talks about how she is experimenting with other POD platforms besides Merch by Amazon. She's been in the game since 2015 when she first opened her Zazzle account. From there she expanded her business including Etsy where she now has her wife involved with the POD business. Christina is finding success because she's a hard worker. You won't find complaints or negative comments from her. She's just a hard working individual and her numbers clearly reflect her efforts. We can all learn a lesson from her. Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 125: Interview With Helen Kinson From Merch Money 49:54

6 yearsที่แล้ว49:54

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Helen Kinson from the Merch Money show was gracious enough to make an appearance on this week's episode. Like many of us, Helen started her online entrepreneur journey selling on eBay and Fulfillment by Amazon. She's now finding success on Merch by Amazon and marking her place in the community as a leader and influencer. Helen is one of the nicest and sweetest members of the Merch community. She is drama free and enjoys helping other members of the community. Make sure and check out your YouTube channel listed below. Also, Jacob Bates just released his Key to KDP Success Workshop. Make sure and sign up for his workshop today for $97 before it's gone. There are bonuses but you will also get additional bonuses from me, which are all listed below and valued at $42. Additional Bonuses: Storyboard Interior Templates Password Log Interior Templates Church Niche Interior Templates Variety Interior Bundle Key to KDP Success Workshop https://thekeytosuccessworkshop.com/signupz7vjmwxp?affiliate_id=1704629 Merch Money YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrMd1rnFintXu1CHIg03t2g Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 124: Interview With Tyler Dooley 56:21

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In this week's episode, the boys interview Tyler Dooley who is an up-and-comer in the POD community. He attended the private mastermind event that was held in Orange County back in March. He met Yong there for the first time and it was a match made in heaven. Like most of us, Tyler's Merch numbers have tanked. However, he has been diligently working on Etsy and now has five stores. With a system in place and leveraging his VA's, Tyler is expected to open his sixth store by the end of the year. We will keep in touch with Tyler and keep up with his journey. If you haven't started an Etsy business it's not too late. There is no better time than now to start leveraging the same designs you have on Merch on different platforms. Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 123: Conversation With Matt Sheeran About Amazon Advertising 46:42

6 yearsที่แล้ว46:42

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Amazon Merch sales are hard to come by these days. We're told to drive traffic to our products to see results. Matt Sheeran stops by this week to talk to the boys about Amazon Advertising. While some of us might be runnings ads to our products we're still not seeing results. Matt talks about how running ads isn't just about conversions. Sometimes the data and analytics are what we need to make our listings better. If you're thinking about running ads then this is the perfect episode to listen to. Matt provides some great nuggets that you can apply to your Amazon ads. It's all about testing to see what works and what doesn't. Also, make sure and sign up for their Top Secret Research Project . If you're sick of the Facebook drama then their private Slack community might be just what you need. Besides the group and research list you also get the following: Two live webinars A set of unique monthly design elements 3-5 Trunk Studio Mockups Top Secret Research Project https://gumroad.com/a/957592691 Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 122: Interview with Zach Knickerbocker 47:17

6 yearsที่แล้ว47:17

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This week the man with the most well-known name in New York City stops by the Merch Minds Podcast. Zach Knickerbocker started his Merch journey just a year and a half ago and he's already making on average $5k per month. Zach is obviously making moves and stamping his name in the community. Some argue that he might have a slight edge over others because he actually works for Amazon. But Zach's day job has nothing to do with Merch. He told the boys that he has no direct connection with the people at Merch by Amazon. So how did he scale his account? It was through hard work and determination. He wanted to build an income stream outside of his day job and as a developer, he was already comfortable being in front of a computer. This allowed him to be able to design his own shirts and scale at a rapid rate. Make sure and subscribe to Zach on his YouTube channel, which is listed below. He promised to put out more content on his channel in the near future. Also, make sure and show him some love on Instagram. Zach Knickerbocker YouTube http://bit.ly/2ZiRMXy Zach Knickerbocker Instagram https://www.instagram.com/zachknickerbocker/ Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…

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Merch Minds Podcast - Episode 121: Interview with Reyes the Entrepreneur 50:58

6 yearsที่แล้ว50:58

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You may or may not heard of Reyes the Entrepreneur. He is a hard working individual based in Fresno, CA. The guy has worked his ass off to the point now where he is a public figure making good money. In this week's episode, Reyes talks about how he went from being homeless to now having multiple income streams. There are no smoke and mirrors when it comes to Reyes. He documented everything on his YouTube channel on how he went from being broke to now being a successful public figure. Reyes has done it all. He also had his own successful apparel printing business doing it the old school way. He fulfilled local orders silkscreening and using heat transfers. Make sure and subscribe to Reyes the Entrepreneur on YouTube. He's full of energy and has a positive mindset. He will inspire you to work harder and go after your dreams. Reyes the Entrepreneur https://www.youtube.com/user/cencalroyalty Sponsors Merch Informer https://merchinformer.com/223.html Merchinator https://merchinator.com/s/e66c4a55…