The Amazon Strategist Show
The Amazon Strategist Show is a podcast that examines strategies for success as a seller on Amazon. Hosted by John Cavendish, an experienced Amazon seller, and agency owner, the show covers the ins and outs of building a successful Amazon business examined from multiple angles by our expert guests. Unlike other podcasts that focus on tips and hacks, The Amazon Strategist Show provides real strategies for real sellers looking to grow sustainable businesses on Amazon. Whether you're just starting out or have been selling for years, this show has something valuable to offer you. So if you're ready to take your business to the next level, then sit back, relax, and join us as we explore the world of Amazon!
The Amazon Strategist Show
How to Test & Launch Winning Amazon Products (Before You Scale)
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Most Amazon sellers don’t fail because of ads.
They fail because the product isn’t good enough.
In Part 1, John sits down with Colin Plotica, Founder & CEO of Movement Retail, to break down how top brands actually develop, test, and validate new products before scaling.
This episode dives deep into real-world product development strategies used by manufacturers and Amazon-focused brands.
In this episode you’ll learn
• How to validate product ideas using real Amazon data
• Why customer reviews are the ultimate product test
• How to test products before committing to large inventory
• The step-by-step process from idea → product → launch
• Why you can’t “market” a bad product into success
• How small batch testing reduces risk
• The role of aggressive early ad spend in product validation
• When to kill a product vs improve it
Colin also shares how his team works directly with manufacturers to:
• Rapidly iterate products based on real feedback
• Fix product issues using customer reviews
• Launch test batches before scaling inventory
Key Takeaway
You can’t out-market a bad product.
Amazon customers will tell you the truth fast and brutally.
The smartest brands test early, iterate quickly, and let real customer feedback guide decisions.
Guest
Colin Plotica
Founder & CEO, Movement Retail
Movement Retail helps brands scale on Amazon through product development, strategy, and long-term partnerships.
Connect with Colin and Movement Retail
Website: https://movementretail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Movement-Retail
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/movement-retail
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movementretail
Connect with John Cavendish
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejohncavendish
LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/thejohncavendish
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