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Lunch With Norm - The eCommerce & Amazon FBA Podcast
Hosted by Norman Farrar · EN
Rise of the Micro-Brands.
A live interview hosted by Norman Farrar AKA ”The Beard Guy”. Norm digs into current trends, the latest tips, and advice from experts in the eCommerce, Amazon FBA and online business world.
Listeners will walk away with actionable tips that they can apply immediately to their business. Norm and his guests don’t give you get-rich-quick tips, they give sound advice to help you manage and grow your business.
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How to Outrank 99% of Your Competition (SEO Content Plan 2025)
May 27, 202500:57:33Tap to summarizeLevanta Shift Calculator - 🚨 Get My Affiliate Shift Calculation → https://hubs.ly/Q03jnb3B0 SEO in 2025 is changing fast — from AI-driven search to SGE optimization, you need smarter strategies to stay visible. In this episode, Steve Wiideman shares his proven SEO framework using tools like Google Search Console, SEMrush, and SearchAtlas. Whether you're running a content site, an Amazon brand, or an eCommerce store, this is the SEO blueprint you've been waiting for. 🔍 What You’ll Learn - Why keyword volume is dead (and what to track instead) - How Google is evolving with AI & SGE - Tools & frameworks for modern content optimization - The 5 tools every marketer should be using - Real-world tips for schema, site audits, and topical authority - Why AI-written content still needs human-driven strategy _________________________________ This episode is sponsored by Levanta: Most sellers rely on ads to grow. But lately, that growth comes at a higher price. ROAS is inconsistent. CPCs are rising. And scaling often means overspending. Levanta’s Affiliate Shift Calculator helps you explore a smarter mix—by modeling what would happen if you reallocated a portion of your ad spend into affiliate marketing. It’s a free, expert-built forecast based on your own inputs—not guesswork. 🚨 Get Levanta's Affiliate Shift Calculation → https://hubs.ly/Q03jnb3B0 _________________________________ Timestamps 00:00 – Intro: Meet SEO Expert Steve Wiideman 02:30 – What SEO Looks Like in 2025 05:42 – Why Search Volume Doesn’t Matter Anymore 07:55 – How to Build Topic Clusters That Rank 10:20 – 5 Tools Steve Uses for SEO Workflows 13:05 – AnswerThePublic for LLM Optimization 15:15 – Google’s AI Search Experience (SGE) 18:00 – How to Future-Proof Your Content Strategy 21:22 – The Role of Schema in Ranking 24:15 – Automating SEO with SearchAtlas & WordLift 27:10 – Content Refresh Framework: Improve What Exists 29:40 – What Most Brands Get Wrong with SEO 33:00 – SEO for eCommerce vs Content Sites 36:20 – Should You Still Write Blog Posts in 2025? 39:05 – Building Internal Links the Right Way 42:30 – Final Thoughts & Where to Learn More from Steve
Transcribe →3x Amazon Sales With These Techniques! [Amazon Optimization Guide 2025]
May 19, 202500:44:09Tap to summarizeGreat images. Strong copy. Positive reviews. But… still not converting? It’s happening everywhere. In this episode, Daniela Bolzmann (Founder of MindfulGoods.co and speaker at Amazon Accelerate 2024) breaks down why most Amazon listings are failing in 2025 — and what top sellers are doing differently. DANIELA'S FREEBIES: Premium A+ Content 2 free tutorials: https://mindfulgoods.co/brand-story-magic Best performing product images Swipe File: https://bit.ly/mindfulswipes You’ll learn how AI is reshaping content strategy, how Rufus is changing the buyer journey, and the image testing method that tripled sales for brands you know. 🔍 What You’ll Learn - How to stop the scroll with Premium A+ - Why pretty images don’t always sell — and what does - Using AI to optimize content at scale (for 10K+ SKUs) - How Rufus is reshaping product page strategy - The truth about Amazon’s new image rules & gray areas - PickFu vs. ProductPinion vs. Intellivi (split testing showdown) - Real-world examples of 600–2500% sales lifts _________________________________ This episode is sponsored by Levanta: Most sellers rely on ads to grow. But lately, that growth comes at a higher price. ROAS is inconsistent. CPCs are rising. And scaling often means overspending. Levanta’s Affiliate Shift Calculator helps you explore a smarter mix—by modeling what would happen if you reallocated a portion of your ad spend into affiliate marketing. It’s a free, expert-built forecast based on your own inputs—not guesswork. 🚨 Get Levanta's Affiliate Shift Calculation → https://hubs.ly/Q03jnb3B0 _________________________________ Timestamps 00:00 – Why Listings Fail in 2025 03:45 – Rufus Is Changing Amazon 06:30 – Real vs AI Images 09:12 – AI for Massive Catalogs 13:05 – Using Rufus for Questions 17:25 – Split Testing Images 20:40 – Designing That Converts 24:10 – Fixing Your Image Stack 27:20 – Visual Hacks That Sell 30:50 – Amazon vs Shopify Strategy 33:00 – Unlocking Premium A+ 39:10 – Carousel vs No Carousel 42:30 – Visual vs Text A+ Debate 45:00 – Does Alt Text Still Matter? 47:00 – Free Image Swipe File!
Transcribe →5 Tools to Build Viral Video Ads With AI | Andrew Erickson
May 12, 202500:50:02Tap to summarizeLevanta Shift Calculator - 🚨 Get My Affiliate Shift Calculation → https://hubs.ly/Q03jnb3B0 Grab Levanta's Free Affiliate Guide - https://hubs.ly/Q03dyv6R0 AI is changing how Amazon sellers operate — from sourcing to content to conversion. In this episode, Andrew Erickson, engineer-turned-entrepreneur and Titan Network coach, walks us through the exact workflows and tools he's using to: - Build high-converting AI video ads - Navigate the chaos of Trump’s new tariffs - Automate supplier discovery and reduce costs 🎯 What You’ll Learn: - How to create faceless video ads with AI for $10/month - The 5 tools Andrew uses to build full video ads in minutes - What generative video (like RunwayML) can and can't do - How he uses ChatGPT, Midjourney, and Make.com in daily flows - What’s changed in AI since January (agentic workflows, Grok prompts) - Tariff workarounds: DDP, Mexico sourcing, and betting markets - Why sourcing with AI is more powerful than Alibaba - Using Polymarket to make non-emotional business decisions Andrew Erickson is an engineer turned entrepreneur. He has created several multi-million dollar brands.He has designed and launched over 100 private label products. As a head coach in the Titan Network Mastermind, he shares his expert strategies and insights to groom the next generation of successful entrepreneurs. Timestamps 00:00 – AI Is Changing Amazon Selling 01:36 – Meet Andrew Erickson 02:31 – Obsessing Over AI Tools 04:18 – 2025 AI Trends: Agentic AI, Make 06:46 – 5 Tools to Build Video Ads Fast 08:42 – 100% AI Ad Example 10:15 – Full AI Ad Workflow 13:55 – Midjourney Prompt Tricks 20:48 – Voiceovers with 11Labs & Grok 22:30 – RunwayML Gen-4 Update 24:58 – Faceless Video Tools (Syllaby) 26:45 – Notebook LM Deep Dive 30:43 – Surviving Tariffs in 2025 34:18 – Sourcing Outside China 35:57 – Mexico Suppliers with AI 38:00 – Using Polymarket for Forecasts 42:50 – Smart Decisions with Data 44:17 – Audience Q&A + Tools 48:32 – Connect with Andrew Erickson _________________________________ This episode is sponsored by Levanta: Most sellers rely on ads to grow. But lately, that growth comes at a higher price. ROAS is inconsistent. CPCs are rising. And scaling often means overspending. Levanta’s Affiliate Shift Calculator helps you explore a smarter mix—by modeling what would happen if you reallocated a portion of your ad spend into affiliate marketing. It’s a free, expert-built forecast based on your own inputs—not guesswork. 🚨 Get Levanta's Affiliate Shift Calculation → https://hubs.ly/Q03jnb3B0 _________________________________ This is the playbook Amazon agencies don’t want you to figure out. 🎁 Wheel of Kelsey Giveaway (For LIVE audiences on our Wednesday episodes) Enter with: #WheelOfKelsey in the comments Tag two friends for a bonus entry!
Transcribe →Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) - A Deep Dive into Amazon's Latest Marketing Tool
May 5, 202500:44:23Tap to summarizeAmazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) is the most powerful tool you’re not using. In this deep dive episode, Norm Farrar is joined by Mansour Narouzi of Incrementum Digital to break down how the smartest Amazon brands are using AMC to gain a competitive edge, unlock hidden customer data, and build powerful ad strategies using real insights. Whether you’re a 7-figure seller or just getting started with DSP, this is your no-fluff, straight-tactics guide to understanding and using AMC — in plain English. 🚨 AMC Access Template: - https://docs.google.com/document/d/18uZH2vKmPN8G0mpI8HW-Z8vsRd_Z_lLgGMck2D7-ByI/edit?usp=sharing You'll learn: - How to access AMC for free without an agency - Why AMC is critical for tracking lifetime value, attribution, and retention - How to build powerful audiences (cart abandoners, page viewers, high-LTV lookalikes) - Mistakes brands make with campaigns, bidding, and match types - How AMC works alongside Amazon’s shift to Rufus and audience-first targeting - Real AMC use cases: 5x CTR boosts, brand defense tactics, lowering ACoS - How to measure customer acquisition cost using AMC Levanta Shift Calculator - 🚨 Get My Affiliate Shift Calculation → https://hubs.ly/Q03jnb3B0 Grab Levanta's Free Affiliate Guide - https://hubs.ly/Q03dyv6R0 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro & What is AMC? Explained Simply 04:00 – Why Amazon Marketing Cloud is a Big Deal 08:00 – Connecting Website Data to AMC 11:45 – Can AMC Track TikTok Sales? 15:20 – Free Access: How to Get Into AMC 18:40 – Lifetime Value & Ad Spend Transparency 22:05 – Audience Creation Examples (Cart Abandoners, Wishlist) 26:10 – Custom Audiences Now Work in Sponsored Ads 30:30 – AMC + Rufus = The Future of Targeting 34:00 – Campaign Optimization with AMC Data 38:00 – Branded Search Drop-Offs & Retargeting 41:10 – Testing Lookalikes for High LTV Shoppers 45:00 – Amazon Ad Mistakes Most Brands Make 49:00 – How to Launch with Broad vs. Exact Match 55:00 – Low-Hanging Fruit: Ready-to-Use AMC Templates 59:10 – Multi-Touch Attribution Models with AMC 1:02:40 – Brand Tailored Promotions (Boosting Conversions) 1:06:00 – Final Thoughts + How to Get Started with AMC _________________________________ This episode is sponsored by Levanta: Most sellers rely on ads to grow. But lately, that growth comes at a higher price. ROAS is inconsistent. CPCs are rising. And scaling often means overspending. Levanta’s Affiliate Shift Calculator helps you explore a smarter mix—by modeling what would happen if you reallocated a portion of your ad spend into affiliate marketing. It’s a free, expert-built forecast based on your own inputs—not guesswork. 🚨 Get Levanta's Affiliate Shift Calculation → https://hubs.ly/Q03jnb3B0 _________________________________ This is the playbook Amazon agencies don’t want you to figure out. 🎁 Wheel of Kelsey Giveaway (For LIVE audiences on our Wednesday episodes) Enter with: #WheelOfKelsey in the comments Tag two friends for a bonus entry! 🧠 Guest: Mansour Narouzi Mansour Norouzi’s background in civil engineering shapes his meticulous, analytical approach to e-commerce advertising. His strong leadership helped build a 100+ person team and developed proprietary tools like DataOwl to simplify complex data for actionable insights. Known for scaling brands efficiently through his own experience as an Amazon brand owner, Mansour is a trusted partner for navigating competitive markets and achieving sustained growth. 🔗 Resources & Mentions AMC Access Template: - https://docs.google.com/document/d/18uZH2vKmPN8G0mpI8HW-Z8vsRd_Z_lLgGMck2D7-ByI/edit?usp=sharing
Transcribe →Most Sellers Won’t Survive This...
Apr 28, 2025Tap to summarizeTrump’s new tariffs are crushing seller margins and confusing even the most advanced Amazon operators. But while most sellers are panicking, smart brands are pivoting. In this episode, Norm Farrar is joined by Dan Ashburn, co-founder of Titan Network and operator of $100M+ in Amazon brands, to break down exactly what sellers need to do in the short and long term to navigate tariffs, protect their cash flow, and gain market share while others retreat. This is your full game plan to survive — and thrive — through the chaos. _________________________________ This episode is sponsored by Levanta: Most sellers rely on ads to grow. But lately, that growth comes at a higher price. ROAS is inconsistent. CPCs are rising. And scaling often means overspending. Levanta’s Affiliate Shift Calculator helps you explore a smarter mix—by modeling what would happen if you reallocated a portion of your ad spend into affiliate marketing. It’s a free, expert-built forecast based on your own inputs—not guesswork. 🚨 Get My Shift Calculation → HERE _________________________________ 🔑 What You’ll Learn - The real impact of 125–245% tariffs (and who’s hit hardest) - Short-term inventory strategies to buy time - Why your supplier is your most powerful ally - The 4D chess of pricing, brand value, and inventory - Long-term mitigation strategies - How to negotiate better payment terms and reduce COGS Tools Dan’s team uses to stay ahead 🧠 Guest: Dan Ashburn Co-founder of Titan Network Operator of 100M+ in Amazon brands China Magic lead + margin strategy specialist 🔗 Useful Links 💼 https://www.titannetwork.com 🎓 Cash Flow for Sellers Training: cashflowforsellers.com ✈️ China Magic Trips: https://www.chinamagictrip.com 🧹 Review Removal Tool: https://tracefuse.ai 🗞 Newsletter: https://lwn.news 🕒 Timestamps (Chapters) 00:00 – Intro & Dan Ashburn Joins 04:00 – What Are Tariffs & Why They Matter 08:00 – The Seller Panic Explained 12:00 – 3-Step Response Plan: Observe, Analyze, Respond 16:00 – Tariff Breakdown: How We Hit 245% 20:00 – The Inventory Game: Why It’s Key to Survive 24:00 – Pricing Strategy & Brand Perception 28:00 – Using “Made in USA” Positioning Without Breaking Rules 32:00 – Supplier Relationships as Your #1 Asset 36:00 – Financing & Warehousing Short-Term Plays 40:00 – DDP Shipping: Pros, Cons & Risks 44:00 – Why Negotiating in Person Works Best 48:00 – Cash Flow Tactics + Supplier Terms 52:00 – Mistakes to Avoid During Tariff Panic 56:00 – Long-Term Mitigation Plans (First Sale, FTZs, etc.) 1:00:00 – China +1 Strategy & Sourcing Risks 1:04:00 – Final Tips & Tools to Navigate Tariff Chaos
Transcribe →Social Media Posts in Seconds! Streamline Your Social Media Marketing With AI | Michael Campbell | Ep. 613
Aug 19, 2024Tap to summarizeI’ve been very excited for this upcoming episode with Founder of Pencila, Michael Campbell. Be blown away with how easy it is to implement AI into your social media marketing using Pencila. It’s a game-changer. Basically a click of a button, you will have graphics, templates, and so much more. You’re not going to want to miss this. Check out https://pencila.com/pro and use NORM50 to get 50% off for the year. This episode is proudly sponsored by Walmart Marketplace - https://marketplace.walmart.com/?utm_campaign=2024-US-MP-GEN-DB-LWN&utm_source=Lunch_With_Norm&utm_medium=Direct_Buy One of the best ways to expand your reach to new customers and grow your business is through Walmart Marketplace. Sign up and start selling *Conditions apply Join the Beard Nation at https://www.facebook.com/groups/lunchwithnorm Sign up for our Newsletter - https://lunchwithnorm.beehiiv.com/ About Michael... Our guest is a visionary designer and entrepreneur, who has been developing Pencila—an advanced AI design software—for the past two years. Before this, he built the national optical brand Hip Optical, a $99 prescription eyewear brand, showcasing his knack for innovation and business acumen. His journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of excellence, making him a trailblazer in both technology and design. This episode is brought to you by Startup Club: Startup Club is the largest club on Clubhouse supporting the Startup ecosystem. Startup Club offers an exciting sense of belonging to established and aspiring entrepreneurs, startup businesses, and companies wanting to Learn, Connect, and Grow. Join us for conversations with founders, entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture capitalists, subject matter experts, and more. For more information visit https://Startup.club This episode is brought to you by Seller Basics: Seller Basics is the ultimate guardian for account suspensions, ASIN hiccups, and IP headaches. For only $99 per month, Seller Basics provides a dedicated team to safeguard your business. And that's not all! Gain access to free legal consultations with seasoned eCommerce attorneys. With no binding contracts, you can cancel anytime with just a month's notice. Consider Seller Basics your Amazon account's comprehensive health plan. For more information visit https://www.sellerbasics.com *All conversations and information exchanged on the Lunch with Norm podcast or interaction on the Lunch with Norm Website is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Do not confuse this with advice or direction with your business per se. Always do your own research before following advice from any podcast/website. Amazon's Terms of Service is always changing. Make sure you are following relevant up-to-date information.
Transcribe →Leveraging AI in Video Content for Effective Product Marketing w/ Kadel Yerushalmi - Ep - 585 - Lunch With Norm
May 14, 2024Tap to summarizeOn today’s Lunch With Norm, we are with the co-founder of Spark.AI, Kadel Yerushalmi! We discussed leveraging AI in video content for effective product marketing. Find out why you should use videos to sell your product. Our guest has a background in online marketing, focusing on growth and helping small companies and startups. This episode is brought to you by Post Purchase Pro Post Purchase PRO specializes in helping Amazon sellers create more sales, ranking, and reviews through post-purchase marketing. Finally, your email marketing can be actively managed by professionals with over 30 years of experience so you can focus on running your business. Increase repeat purchases, drive better organic search term ranking, get more reviews, and build a real asset. For more information visit https://www.postpurchasepro.com/lunch This episode is brought to you by Startup Club Startup Club is the largest club on Clubhouse supporting the Startup ecosystem. Startup Club offers an exciting sense of belonging to established and aspiring entrepreneurs, startup businesses, and companies wanting to Learn, Connect, and Grow. Join us for conversations with founders, entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture capitalists, subject matter experts, and more. For more information visit https://Startup.club This episode is brought to you by Seller Basics Seller Basics is the ultimate guardian for account suspensions, ASIN hiccups, and IP headaches. For only $99 per month, Seller Basics provides a dedicated team to safeguard your business. And that's not all! Gain access to free legal consultations with seasoned eCommerce attorneys. With no binding contracts, you can cancel anytime with just a month's notice. Consider Seller Basics your Amazon account's comprehensive health plan. For more information visit https://www.sellerbasics.com In this episode, the co-founder of Spark.AI, Kadel Yerushalmi is here. Today, we discussed leveraging AI in video content for effective product marketing. He has a background in online marketing, focusing on growth and helping small companies and startups. This episode is brought to you by Startup Club, Post Purchase Pro, Seller Basics, and HONU Worldwide... *All conversations and information exchanged on the Lunch with Norm podcast or interaction on the Lunch with Norm Website is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. Do not confuse this with advice or direction with your business per se. Always do your own research before following advice from any podcast/website. Amazon's Terms of Service is always changing. Make sure you are following relevant up-to-date information.
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