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  • How Gift Cards Became a Profit Hack – w/ Taylor from ArbitrageCard | Ep. 26

    How Gift Cards Became a Profit Hack – w/ Taylor from ArbitrageCard | Ep. 26
    Oct 29 2025
    Ever wonder how top Amazon sellers use discounted gift cards to supercharge profits? This episode is for you. Jon, Blake, and Pete are joined by Taylor Thomas, founder of ArbitrageCard.com, the only discounted gift card platform designed specifically for online arbitrage (OA) sellers. We dive into: 🎯 How Taylor evolved from sneaker flipping & manufactured spending into launching ArbitrageCard 💳 Why retailers offer gift cards below face value (hint: breakage & customer acquisition) 🔥 Game-changing features like a Chrome extension, custom-amount gift cards, and automated balance checker 🧠 Why gift cards sometimes get canceled (and how to avoid it) 🔐 Taylor’s fraud protection system and why some platforms sell compromised cards 📱 Future roadmap: building an RA-friendly mobile app for in-store gift card use 💬 Real talk on team building, seller trust, and scaling profitably in low-margin environments This is the episode for anyone who’s ever asked: “Can I trust these gift card companies?” Or… “How do I actually make gift cards work in my OA system?” 🎙️ Guest Bio – Taylor Thomas Taylor Thomas is the founder of ArbitrageCard, the only discounted gift card platform built specifically for online arbitrage sellers. Through innovative tools like a Chrome extension, automated balance checker, and custom-amount gift cards, his company helps sellers streamline operations and boost profit margins. 📧 Contact Taylor: info@arbitragecard.com Instagram: @arbitragecard_ 📬 Want to work with the Mavericks? Email us: marketplacemavericks@gmail.com 🚀 Interested in joining Miles’ coaching program? Put “MM” in your application so he knows we sent you: 👉 https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056
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    37 min
  • From RA to Reviews: Unlocking the Amazon Influencer Program w/ Omar at Sellers United | Ep. 24

    From RA to Reviews: Unlocking the Amazon Influencer Program w/ Omar at Sellers United | Ep. 24
    Oct 22 2025
    Recorded live at the Sellers United Conference, this special episode of Marketplace Mavericks features returning guest Omar, now a 3x guest, diving deep into one of Amazon’s most talked-about programs: the Amazon Influencer Program. 🎯 Omar shares how he evolved from RA/OA selling into building multiple income streams by reviewing everyday products, earning affiliate commissions, stacking bonuses through Amazon’s Creator Connections, and landing free gear. 💡 Whether you're an Amazon seller, side hustler, or content creator, this episode breaks down: - How the Amazon Influencer Program actually works (onsite vs offsite videos) - How to get accepted, what gear to review, and why velocity still matters - Secret sauce: Airbnb product reviews, dad-centric branding, and bundled product links - Scaling strategies: 500 videos, strategic outreach, and maximizing commissions - Real talk about free stuff, product selection, and optimizing for long-term passive income - Omar and Jon also talk mindset, content efficiency, and why this gig isn’t just for “influencers”—it’s for hustlers with a camera, a voice, and a strategy. 🎁 Bonus: Omar even does a live unboxing of some Amazon review products on the episode—don't miss the beverage blaster moment 🤣 Interested in joining Miles' program? Put "MM" in your application where it asks how you heard about it so he knows we sent you there! 👉 https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056
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    34 min
  • What We Learned at Sellers United 2025 + Brand Leads from LinkedIn?! | Ep. 25

    What We Learned at Sellers United 2025 + Brand Leads from LinkedIn?! | Ep. 25
    Oct 22 2025
    In this episode of Marketplace Mavericks, Jon returns from the Sellers United Conference with a suitcase full of takeaways, connections, and momentum. We dive into: 🧠 Big insights from top Amazon sellers & tool creators (SmartScout, Aura, Arbitrage Card, SellerAmp) 🔥 How Jon’s new LinkedIn strategy brought inbound leads from brand owners 💼 What made the conference so valuable, even for smaller sellers 🎤 How in-person networking opens new doors (and future podcast guests!) 🛠️ A behind-the-scenes look at the Amazon tools we all use and who really runs them 🏁 Plus: Jon’s next exclusive brand deal might just come from a tattoo aftercare product line If you've ever wondered if going to Amazon seller conferences is worth it, this episode gives you a real look at what happens when you show up, ask questions, and start building. 📬 Got a question or want to share your experience? Email us at: marketplacemavericks@gmail.com 🚀 Interested in joining Miles’ program? Put "MM" in your application so he knows we sent you: https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056 🎧 Upcoming guests include Taylor from Arbitrage Card and more sellers Jon met at Sellers United. You won’t want to miss what’s coming.
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    18 min
  • No Agenda, Just Real Talk - Amazon Updates, Taxi Stories & Influencer Tease | Ep. 23

    No Agenda, Just Real Talk - Amazon Updates, Taxi Stories & Influencer Tease | Ep. 23
    Oct 8 2025
    This week on Marketplace Mavericks, the guys toss the script and hit record. No agenda. No outline. Just Jon, Blake, and Pete catching up, talking shop, and keeping it real. Inside this off-the-cuff convo: 🎥 Tease for next week's guest: Omar returns to talk Amazon Influencer Program 🎟️ Jon’s heading to his first-ever Sellers United Conference 🧠 Why content creation might be the side hustle Amazon sellers need 🤝 Building community in the most unexpected Amazon spaces 🚕 BONUS: Jon’s epic taxi cab confession (you won’t believe his brother’s response to a fare runner) Whether you're driving, prepping, or just burnt out from sourcing - this one is meant to be a breath of fresh air. Sometimes the best episodes are the ones that just happen. 📬 Have a question or want to share your own wild story? Email us: marketplacemavericks@gmail.com 👉 And don’t forget - if you're applying to Miles’ program, enter ‘MM’ in the referral field: https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056 🎙️ Coming next week: Omar joins us to go deep on making money with the Amazon Influencer Program, product review videos, and repurposing your content into passive income streams. Stay tuned.
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    16 min
  • Q4 is Coming: Exclusive Launches, VA Systems, and Our First Real Amazon Holiday Season | Ep. 22

    Q4 is Coming: Exclusive Launches, VA Systems, and Our First Real Amazon Holiday Season | Ep. 22
    Oct 1 2025
    The Mavericks are back in full force! Jon, Blake, and Pete reunite to break down their current Amazon moves as Q4 kicks into high gear. Whether you're launching a private label, stocking up for FBM chaos, or building brand-direct relationships, this episode has something for every seller trying to win big this holiday season. We cover: 🚀 Jon’s plan to launch 2 exclusive brands by Black Friday 🛠️ Building a VA-powered team (graphic design, PPC, outreach) 🧠 Blake’s leap into his first brand-direct exclusive 🕯️ Pete’s wife's launch of Positive Llama Co. and navigating handmade/private label on Amazon 🧾 PPC strategy: why you must understand your ad spend even when outsourcing 📞 Cold call hacks, brand registry access, and how Jon uses LinkedIn as a sourcing secret weapon 🏗️ Why Amazon sellers are really just project managers in disguise This is your Q4 momentum check-in. Don’t miss the real talk, tactical gems, and signature Maverick laughs as the guys gear up for their first full holiday season in the trenches. 💥 Want to join the coaching program we recommend? Put 'MM' in your application so Miles knows we sent you! 👉 https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056 📬 Got questions? Feedback? Wanna join us? Email us: marketplacemavericks@gmail.com
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    33 min
  • Inside a Real Amazon Prep Center: Startup Costs, Family Hiring & Q4 Forecasting | Ep. 21

    Inside a Real Amazon Prep Center: Startup Costs, Family Hiring & Q4 Forecasting | Ep. 21
    Sep 24 2025
    Ever wondered what it really takes to start and run a successful Amazon prep center? In Episode 21 of Marketplace Mavericks, we sit down with Joel and Laura Smith of Zero Tax Prep Center (Delaware) for a transparent, behind-the-scenes look at their journey from full-time logistics professionals to prep center entrepreneurs. We cover: 💰 How much it costs to start a prep center (startup vs monthly overhead) 🛠️ Managing staffing, forecasting, and fluctuating clients 📦 The difference between seller-prepped vs. brand-prepped inventory 🧾 What kind of insurance coverage prep centers need 🧑‍👩‍👧‍👦 Running a family-run business (employee #1 is Dad!) 🗨️ Why communication is the #1 reason prep centers succeed or fail Plus, Jon shares how Joel’s team helped him catch a sketchy OA shipment before it went to Amazon, and Pete digs into the pros and cons of FBM support from a prep center during Q4. Whether you're thinking of starting your own prep center, or just want a better partner for your Amazon business, this episode is a must-watch. 💼📦 📍 Connect with Zero Tax Prep Center Website: zerotaxprepcenter.com X: @zerotaxprep2 📬 Got questions? Drop a comment below or email us at: marketplacemavericks@gmail.com Interested in joining Miles' program? Put 'MM' in your application where it asks how you heard about it so he knows we sent you there! 👉 https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056
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    36 min
  • Why I’ll Never Go Back to OA – Wholesale, Exclusives & Prepping for Q4 | Marketplace Mavericks Ep. 20

    Why I’ll Never Go Back to OA – Wholesale, Exclusives & Prepping for Q4 | Marketplace Mavericks Ep. 20
    Sep 17 2025
    While Blake’s off adventuring in Alaska, Jon and Pete hold down the fort with a focused two-man update and this one’s packed with practical gems. 💎 With Q4 just around the corner, Pete shares how he and his wife are stockpiling inventory using GAP cash and seasonal discounts. Meanwhile, Jon goes deep on why he’s ditched OA for good and is going all in on brand-direct wholesale exclusives. In this episode, we cover: 📦 The shift from OA to wholesale (and why Jon’s not looking back) 🔐 Locking in exclusive Amazon contracts that guarantee margin & reduce risk 🔁 Using contracts to eliminate returns, ungating, and price tanking 🧱 How to build a foundation for six-figure months 🛒 Q4 sourcing strategies and planning inventory flow 🔍 What to expect from next week's guest: a military vet–turned–prep center owner If you're still on the OA hamster wheel or stressing over returns and ungating, this one is your wake-up call. Jon breaks down the numbers, the pitch, the contracts and how this shift has changed everything for his Amazon business. 👀 Next Week's Episode Teaser: We sit down with the owner of Zero Tax Prep Center, a military logistics vet who opened a prep center in Delaware and he’s giving us the full behind-the-scenes tour of what it takes to run one. 📬 Want to reach us? Drop a comment, it's easier for us than email. You can also find our social handles in the channel bio! Interested in joining Miles' program? Put 'MM' in your application where it asks how you heard about it so he knows we sent you there! 👉 https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056
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    18 min
  • Couples That Source Together: RA, OA & Wholesale Lessons from 2 Amazon Power Duos | Ep. 19

    Couples That Source Together: RA, OA & Wholesale Lessons from 2 Amazon Power Duos | Ep. 19
    Sep 10 2025
    It’s a Marketplace Mavericks first — this episode brings the women behind the hustle front and center! 💥 Pete is joined by his wife Rachel, along with new guests Lynn and Steve, two husband-and-wife teams crushing Amazon as a side hustle in midlife. Together, we dive into: 👩‍❤️‍👨 How couples split Amazon tasks (listing, sourcing, shipping, billing) 🛒 Why they’re shifting from RA to OA — and the exact moment it clicked 🚨 A terrifying early Section 3 account freeze — and how they recovered 📦 When and why wholesale makes more sense than arbitrage 🤝 The power of brand exclusives, VAs, and selling the agency alternative 📞 Cold-calling for wholesale accounts — Jon’s raw take on doing it scared Whether you're working with your spouse, building your Amazon biz while holding down a job, or just tired of hamster-wheeling your way through RA... this episode is real, funny, and ridiculously relatable. 🎯 Spoiler: Wholesale might just be the ultimate side hustle for couples over 40. 📬 Contact us: marketplacemavericks@gmail.com 👕 Want a free Marketplace Mavericks T-shirt? We’re doing a giveaway! Leave a YouTube comment about your funniest RA moment or biggest OA fail, and we’ll pick one winner this month. Interested in joining Miles' program? Put 'MM' in your application where it asks how you heard about it so he knows we sent you there! 👉 https://www.flips4milescoaching.com/private-inner-circle1709691968056
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    44 min