Selling on Amazon in 2020 - What to Expect Now

<p>2020 can be a little crazy for everyone. Many businesses have temporarily closed their doors, while others have closed shop indefinitely. If you had just started your Amazon business before the disease became a global pandemic, you might be wondering now if it’s still worth it. If you’re a long-term Amazon seller, you might be anxious about how you can jump over this hurdle.</p> <p>Is selling on Amazon still viable during this time of uncertainty? What business changes do you need to make so you can thrive?</p> <p>In today’s episode, I discuss the changes you need to expect while selling on Amazon in light of the coronavirus pandemic. I share how the COVID-19 spread has affected my Amazon business and the business decisions I made in response to the crisis. I reveal why it’s still an excellent time to start an Amazon business and illustrate how the Ecommerce industry is fairing under quarantine and lockdown measures. I also explain why retail arbitrage on Amazon is no longer a viable business model, especially during COVID-19, and reveal an alternative that can make your Amazon business thrive.</p> <p> </p> <p><em>“In 2020, where things have turned upside down, selling on Amazon still has tons of benefits if you do it correctly.” - Kristin Ostrander</em></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p><strong><em>This week on the Amazon Files:</em></strong></p> <ul> <li>Recent changes on Amazon’s shipping time</li> <li>Why I’m currently doing Fulfillment by Merchant (FBM) on Amazon</li> <li>Making pivots and changes in your own business in times of crisis</li> <li>Recession predictions and how I started on Amazon during the 2008 recession</li> <li>The impact of COVID-19 on Ecommerce and why you can still start your Amazon business</li> <li>Why you need to think about what you want out of your Amazon business</li> <li>Amazon business benefits that my family and I enjoy</li> <li>How the coronavirus pandemic has affected my Amazon business, products, and operation</li> <li>How wholesale bundling can help your Amazon business du