Podcast
The Full-Time FBA Show - Amazon Reseller Strategies & Stories
Hosted by Stephen & Rebecca Smotherman · EN
Sometimes selling on Amazon can be frustrating, but we're here to help. Hosted by Full-Time FBA's Stephen and Rebecca Smotherman, The Full-Time FBA Show is a podcast focused on helping you grow your Amazon FBA business to a point where you can make a full-time income with only part-time hours. We'll talk about the best Amazon FBA strategies and hear inspirational stories from those who have succeeded in making a full-time income with Amazon. The podcast features fresh content, proven strategies, and motivational interviews that are sure to help you take the next steps in growing your Amazon business.
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333 – Building Long-Term Success Selling on Amazon (A System for Never-Ending Inventory)
1w ago00:11:57Tap to summarizeWhat if your Amazon business didn't feel like a constant scramble to find your next profitable item? In this episode of The Full-Time FBA Show, Stephen and Rebecca kick off a two-part series all about building long-term success on Amazon. This week they focus on one of the most important foundations of a sustainable FBA business: creating a system for a never-ending supply of inventory. From replens and rabbit trails to "zombie leads" that come back to life with profits, you'll learn how experienced sellers turn simple sourcing strategies into consistent momentum and long-term growth. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/333 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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332 – Using Online Arbitrage to Build Your Replen Sourcing System
Apr 2700:11:20Tap to summarizeToday's episode is all about turning online arbitrage into a sustainable replen sourcing system. We're not talking about a quick way to make a few sales, but a repeatable process that helps you build real momentum in your Amazon business. In this episode, Stephen and Rebecca break down how to use OA to find profitable products, test them without overcommitting, and reorder strategically so you can create steadier cash flow and avoid the burnout that comes from constantly starting over. Listen today and discover how to set up your online arbitrage sourcing to be a steady flow of profitable replens in your Amazon FBA business. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/332 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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331 – Scaling Your Amazon FBA Business with Grocery Replens
Apr 1300:18:15Tap to summarizeIf your Amazon business feels like you're starting from scratch every single week…this episode is your turning point. We're diving into what's actually working right now on Amazon...and why grocery replens are quickly becoming one of the smartest ways to build consistent, scalable income. Instead of chasing one-off deals and burning out on the hustle cycle, we're breaking down how to shift toward repeatable inventory, predictable sales, and a business that finally starts working for you. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/331 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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330 – If We Ran Your Amazon Business This Week
Mar 3000:18:19Tap to summarizeWhat would actually move the needle in your Amazon business… if an experienced seller stepped in and took over for a week? In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain and walking you through exactly what we would prioritize if we were in your shoes right now. Because here's the truth: the "easy side hustle" era of Amazon is over. But the opportunity to build a real, sustainable, income-generating business? That's stronger than ever. If you've been feeling stuck, inconsistent, or unsure what to focus on next, consider this your mini strategy session to reset, refocus, and build real momentum. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/330 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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329 – Amazon Wants You to Sell Groceries
Mar 1600:09:11Tap to summarizeAmazon doesn't usually send category spotlights to sellers unless something big is happening. Recently, they emailed sellers with one of the main headers of the email message that read "5 Things to Know About Selling Groceries in Our Store"...and when Amazon highlights a category like that, it's worth paying attention. In this episode, Stephen and Rebecca break down Amazon's message and explain what it means for resellers. From massive sales growth to the power of replenishable products, the grocery category could represent a major opportunity for Amazon sellers who want consistent sales and long-term momentum in their business. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/329 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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328 – From Side Hustle to Full-Time Amazon Income
Mar 200:17:39Tap to summarizeIf you've felt like selling on Amazon has gotten more demanding lately, you're not imagining it. In this episode, we're breaking down a major shift happening right now in the Amazon marketplace...and why it's actually good news for serious sellers. New data shows a sharp drop in brand-new Amazon sellers, signaling the end of the "dabble and see what happens" era. What's replacing it? A more stable, professional marketplace that rewards consistency, systems, and sellers who treat Amazon like a real business. If you're ready to move from side hustle thinking to full-time momentum, this episode will help you understand exactly what's changed...and how to position yourself to win. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/328 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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327 – What Successful Amazon Sellers Do Differently (That Most Others Don't)
Feb 1600:12:30Tap to summarizeMost Amazon sellers aren't lazy—they're overwhelmed. They're busy juggling family, work, and life while trying to grow a business in the margins. In this episode, Stephen and Rebecca talk about what actually separates successful Amazon sellers from the rest (and it's not grinding harder or working longer hours). It's about being intentional instead of accidental. If you've ever felt stuck, unsure of your next step, or frustrated that effort isn't translating into momentum, this conversation might feel a little uncomfortable… in the best possible way. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/327 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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326 – Your Amazon Replen Sourcing Starter Kit
Feb 200:24:56Tap to summarizeMost Amazon sellers don't actually have an inventory problem...they have a systems problem. After 15 years of selling full-time on Amazon, we've seen this pattern over and over again: sellers chase more products, more deals, more chaos… and still feel stuck. In this episode, we break down the real-world replen system we use in our own Amazon business: the exact setup that creates steadier cash flow, fewer sourcing decisions, and momentum you can actually sustain. These are the tools and habits that turn random wins into repeatable results. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/326 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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325 – 2026 is the Year of the Replen
Jan 1900:14:37Tap to summarizeWhat if the reason your Amazon business feels harder than it should isn't a lack of hustle, but a lack of repeatability? In this episode of The Full-Time FBA Show, Rebecca and Stephen officially declare 2026 the Year of the Replen and explain why replens are the difference between a stressful, feast-or-famine Amazon business...and one that produces calm, predictable daily sales. If your income feels fragile, exhausting, or overly dependent on "the next great find," this conversation might be the mindset shift you didn't ask for but absolutely need. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/325 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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324 – Start 2026 Strong in Your Amazon Business
Jan 600:19:58Tap to summarizeJanuary has a sneaky way of tricking Amazon sellers into repeating last year's mistakes… just faster. In this episode of The Full-Time FBA Show, we're asking you to pause (briefly) before you buy another unit of inventory. Not to slow down your business, but to strengthen it. Stephen and Rebecca walk you through how to use the next 30 days to reset your systems, calm your cash flow, and build real momentum that lasts beyond January motivation. This isn't about resolutions or hustle...it's about operating your Amazon business like a business in 2026. Show Notes for this episode - http://www.fulltimefba.com/324 The Full-Time FBA Podcast Page - http://www.fulltimefba.com/podcast Subscribe to the Full-Time FBA Newsletter and get some helpful freebies - http://www.fulltimefba.com/
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