Basic questions about selling on Amazon
You've probably come to this page because you're wondering whether your company's products might be suitable for sale on Amazon. If so, here's where we'll explain the topic in more detail and answer common questions that businesses have before deciding to sell their products on Amazon.
Is Amazon Entrepreneurship for me?
Amazon entrepreneurship may not be for everyone, as it requires time and commitment. If you're ready to put in the effort to build your Amazon business, contact us or join one of our Amazon training courses for a quick learning process.
How to sell products on Amazon?
In short, there are two ways to sell products on Amazon:
- FBA (Fulfilled by Amazon) model means that you send the goods to Amazon's warehouse and Amazon will send the goods to the customer who placed the order.
- FBM (Fulfilled by Merchant) means that you send the goods directly to the customer.
Which products to sell on Amazon?
The golden rule is to sell products with little competition, i.e. where demand exceeds supply. To find the right product, we recommend using Helium10 Google Chrome Extensions, which you can download from here.
What is the best Amazon product research tool?
Many people don't know that Amazon allows you to see the sales figures of your competitors, in other words, how much someone is selling each month. To do this, you need to download Helium10 plugin, which also offers other useful features, such as Freedom Ticket training, one of the world's best-known Amazon training courses. This 8-week online course covers everything about Amazon's business. You can get Helium10 with a promotional code when you use the links on our website.
How to start selling on Amazon?
Before you start selling on Amazon, you need to carry out a proper market study to find out exactly how much your competitors' monthly turnover is and what the market potential of your products is..
Where are Amazon warehouses located?
Amazon has more than 170 warehouses around the world, most of them in America and Europe.
How much does Amazon charge for each sale?
Amazon's commission varies according to the product category and averages around 15%. If you use the FBA service, there are also warehousing and logistics fees, which also depend on the product category and size. For more information, see the Amazon website. Link here.
How much can you sell and generate in revenue on Amazon?
Many Estonian entrepreneurs wonder how the big players on Amazon can make a turnover on just one product. It is not uncommon to find that the turnover of one product on Amazon is several times higher than the total turnover of an Estonian company in a similar niche on the domestic market. The potential is huge, but it will take a lot of hard work.
Why use Helium10 tools?
Helium10 offers a wide range of tools that are invaluable when starting an Amazon business. For example, tools for product page optimisation, product search and more make your job easier.
What is the best Amazon training?
If you want to start an Amazon business, it is wise to consult an experienced professional who has been down this road successfully. That way you avoid mistakes and are more likely to succeed. If you would like to speak to an Amazon expert in person or find the best online training, contact us - we'll be happy to help!
Where do I start if I want to sell my products on Amazon?
The first step is to do market research to assess whether your products could sell successfully on Amazon. Contact us so we can discuss the details and give you personalised advice!
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