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172. His $15 Million Guide to Ecommerce Success - Retail Arbitrage 101

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Episode notes

Chris Koerner took $3,000 and turned it into $15 million across multiple businesses, including his retail arbitrage giant, Texas Snax. In this episode, he breaks down how he leveraged retail arbitrage, mastered logistics, and built strong supplier relationships to scale his e-commerce empire. 

From launching a business with minimal cash to negotiating deals and identifying winning products, Chris shares practical strategies that anyone can use to start or grow a business.

Key Takeaways:

  • How Chris turned $3K into $15M through smart business strategies
  • Why retail arbitrage (like Facebook Marketplace) is a great starting point
  • The importance of customer validation—even if it’s your mom
  • The power of negotiation and relationship-building in business
  • Smart strategies for logistics, fulfillment, and hiring employees
  • Innovative business ideas for 2025

If you're looking for real-world business strategies and e-commerce hacks, this episode is a must-listen!

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