Podcast
The Ecom Operator
Hosted by Evan Van Auken (@vanadergrowth) · EN
If you are selling products online - you've found the right podcast.
My name is Evan, I own a crafting company called Scorch Marker and I coach people that sell products.
I can help you make content and properly operate your business.
I like to think of myself as a full stack ecommerce operator.
In this podcast I share my real experiences building an ecom brand.
At the end of every episode I share real time sales numbers and conversion rates.
Get My Business Fundamental Masterclass and other Free Business Tools:
https://vanader.com
If you want to chat, DM me on Instagram @vanadergrowth
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How I Find Manufacturers For My Small Business
Jun 2600:17:55Tap to summarizeJoin our ecommerce community and meet with other like-minded founders for just $1 - https://vanader.samcart.com/products/... I'm Evan Van Auken, a former firefighter paramedic who invented a wood-burning marker and turned it into a thriving business. Now, I operate @ScorchMarker, a 7-figure American crafting brand selling DTC on Shopify, on Amazon, and into Tier 1 retailers. I believe in radical transparency, sharing both my mistakes and wins to help fellow entrepreneurs. Join 1.6M+ friends across socials as we navigate the highs and lows of building something meaningful. If you want to chat, DM me on Instagram @vanadergrowth / vanadergrowth Here's a link to my free resources and paid courses: [https://vanader.com](https://vanader.com/)
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How I Screwed Up Our Inventory
Apr 6, 202500:27:38Tap to summarizeComplete your LLC filing, starting at $0 + state fees (Sponsored): https://zblinks.com/vanader Get a Free Business Bank Account with Relay (Sponsored): https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer Here's a link to my free resources and paid courses: https://vanader.com I'm Evan Van Auken, a former firefighter paramedic who invented a wood-burning marker and turned it into a thriving business. Now, I operate @ScorchMarker, a 7-figure American crafting brand selling DTC on Shopify, on Amazon, and into Tier 1 retailers. I believe in radical transparency, sharing both my mistakes and wins to help fellow entrepreneurs. Join 1.6M+ friends across socials as we navigate the highs and lows of building something meaningful. Follow my journey on YouTube (@vanadergrowth) Grab free resources at https://www.Vanader.com
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How Trump's Tariffs Are Affecting My Small Business & What I'm Doing About It
Mar 12, 202500:14:13Tap to summarize(sponsored) Get a business bank account with Relay: https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer Here's a link to my free resources and paid courses: https://vanader.com I'm Evan Van Auken, a former firefighter-paramedic who invented a wood-burning marker and turned it into a thriving business. Now, I operate @ScorchMarker, a 7-figure American crafting brand selling DTC on Shopify, on Amazon, and into Tier 1 retailers. I believe in radical transparency, sharing both my mistakes and wins to help fellow entrepreneurs. Join 1.6M+ friends across socials as we navigate the highs and lows of building something meaningful. Follow my journey with my podcasts. Grab free resources at https://www.vanader.com
Transcribe →I Quit My Career To Run My Business - What I Needed & How I Did It
Feb 16, 202500:36:43Tap to summarizeComplete your LLC filing, starting at $0 + state fees (Sponsored): https://zblinks.com/vanader Get a Free Business Bank Account with Relay (Sponsored): https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer Here's a link to my free resources and paid courses: https://vanader.com I'm Evan Van Auken, a former firefighter paramedic who invented a wood-burning marker and turned it into a thriving business. Now, I operate @ScorchMarker, a 7-figure American crafting brand selling DTC on Shopify, on Amazon, and into Tier 1 retailers. I believe in radical transparency, sharing both my mistakes and wins to help fellow entrepreneurs. Join 1.6M+ friends across socials as we navigate the highs and lows of building something meaningful. Follow my journey here on YouTube. Grab free resources at https://www.Vanader.com
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My 7 Reasons For Leasing A Warehouse (After 6 Years)
Feb 6, 202500:24:35Tap to summarizeGet a Free Business Bank Account with Relay (Sponsored): https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer Here's a link to my free resources and paid courses: https://vanader.com Hi I'm Evan! I am building the greatest crafting company in the world (Scorch Marker) and documenting all of it. I'm on a journey from 7 to 8 figures and I'm sharing everything along the way, including our numbers. If you sell products you found the right Podcast. https://vanader.com Ad disclosure: Relay is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services and FDIC insurance are provided through Thread Bank, Member FDIC. The Relay Visa® Debit Card is issued by Thread Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.
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I lost over 95k Selling On Amazon - Here's What I Learned
Jan 9, 202500:17:23Tap to summarizeHi I'm Evan! I am building the greatest crafting company in the world (Scorch Marker) and documenting all of it. I'm on a journey from 7 to 8 figures and I'm sharing everything along the way, including our numbers. If you sell products you found the right Podcast. Complete your LLC filing with Zenbusiness, starting at $0 + state fees (Sponsered): https://zblinks.com/vanader Get a Free Business Bank Account with Relay (Sponsored): https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer My Pricing Calculator: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1sYyxx5g1sFHnFRkRnxGKbuPQ--OnpaOyEk4KUZZdUUY/edit?usp=sharing Here's a link to my free resources and paid courses: https://vanader.com
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I Don't Believe in Drop Shipping - Here's What I Do Instead
Jan 4, 202500:36:44Tap to summarizeMy name is Evan, I own a crafting company called Scorch Marker and I coach people that sell products. I can teach you how to make videos just like me so you can sell more products. (sponsored) Get a business bank account with Relay: https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer My Business Fundamental Masterclass and other Free Business Tools: https://vanader.com If you want to chat, DM me on Instagram @vanadergrowth https://www.instagram.com/vanadergrowth/ Disclosure: Relay is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services and FDIC insurance are provided through Thread Bank, Member FDIC. The Relay Visa® Debit Card is issued by Thread Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.
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What's It Actually Like Selling Products To Large Retailers
Dec 5, 202400:33:36Tap to summarizeMy name is Evan, I own a crafting company called Scorch Marker and I coach people that sell products. I can teach you how to make videos just like me so you can sell more products. (sponsored) Get a business bank account with Relay: https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer My Business Fundamental Masterclass and other Free Business Tools: https://vanader.com If you want to chat, DM me on Instagram @vanadergrowth https://www.instagram.com/vanadergrowth/ Disclosure: Relay is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services and FDIC insurance are provided through Thread Bank, Member FDIC. The Relay Visa® Debit Card is issued by Thread Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.
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Ordering Too Much Inventory Almost Broke Us
Nov 22, 202400:24:26Tap to summarizeMy name is Evan, I own a crafting company called Scorch Marker and I coach people that sell products. I can teach you how to make videos just like me so you can sell more products. (sponsored) Get a business bank account with Relay: https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer My Business Fundamental Masterclass and other Free Business Tools: https://vanader.com If you want to chat, DM me on Instagram @vanadergrowth https://www.instagram.com/vanadergrowth/ Disclosure: Relay is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services and FDIC insurance are provided through Thread Bank, Member FDIC. The Relay Visa® Debit Card is issued by Thread Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.
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The Hardest Month In Business I've Ever Had (What I Learned)
Nov 14, 202400:23:42Tap to summarizeMy name is Evan, I own a crafting company called Scorch Marker and I coach people that sell products. I can teach you how to make videos just like me so you can sell more products. (sponsored) Get a business bank account with Relay: https://join.relayfi.com/promo/get-100-ng8hiq0fn193lmfa?referralcode=vanader&utm_source=influencer My Business Fundamental Masterclass and other Free Business Tools: https://vanader.com If you want to chat, DM me on Instagram @vanadergrowth https://www.instagram.com/vanadergrowth/ Disclosure: Relay is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services and FDIC insurance are provided through Thread Bank, Member FDIC. The Relay Visa® Debit Card is issued by Thread Bank pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. and may be used everywhere Visa® debit cards are accepted.
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