Raj is an Amazon seller in Singapore, who started his eCommerce journey in early 2019 after working in a 9-to-5 job for 16 years.
In this episode he shares his experience selling on various marketplaces including Amazon, Lazada and Qoo10. He shares lessons learnt, successes and challenges.
Raj knows that eCommerce is not a get rich quick scheme like some “gurus” portray it. It is a real business that requires hard work, patience and a lot of learning. While it is a business that needs less investment than many others, there are challenges, pitfalls and risks just like any other entrepreneurial venture.
This episode is for all wannabe sellers, and gives a glimpse of what running an eCommerce business entails.
Episode highlights:
- About Raj. How he started selling on Amazon
- Did he take a course and how was it
- Mistakes he made when starting his eCommerce business
- Biggest challenges he faces in business today
- Which aspect of the business he finds most challenging
- Selling on multiple marketplaces for diversification
- Main differences sourcing from China and other sourcing markets
- Importance of networking and learning from other sellers
- Raj’s advice for new sellers
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Jason Tay’s Amazon training
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