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#429 - How to Outrank Competitors on Amazon with Alina Vlaic

2025/1/9
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In this episode, get expert tips on ranking page one on Amazon, from keyword strategies and listing optimization to leveraging AI and actionable insights to boost your sales.

Unlock the secrets to achieving the coveted page one ranking on Amazon as we sit down with Alina Vlaic from AZRank. You'll learn to master the nuances of constructing effective listings and targeting the right keywords to enhance your visibility and sales. Alina shares stories from her journey in the e-commerce world, highlighting the dynamic Romanian e-commerce community and how it’s being driven forward by a strong IT and programming culture.

 

We trace the evolution of Amazon's ranking strategies, from the early days of product giveaways for reviews to today's focus on relevance and customer engagement. Discover how sellers have adapted to changes in Amazon's algorithm and hear about the tactics that continue to thrive. Alina and her team at AZ Rank, in collaboration with Helium 10, have pioneered methods like the CPR formula to help sellers navigate these challenges. Their insights shed light on crafting strategies that keep your products relevant in the ever-changing Amazon landscape.

 

Finally, we delve into the science of reverse engineering Amazon's AI, Rufus, to give your listings the competitive edge they need. Alina discusses the growing importance of rich media content like images, videos, and user-generated content, and how these elements can significantly amplify your product's appeal. Whether you're launching a new product or refining an existing one, learn how to harness tools like Helium 10 and Amazon's Product Opportunity Explorer to strategically position your brand for success.

In episode 429 of the AM/PM Podcast, Kevin and Alina discuss:

00:00 - Strategies for Amazon Page One Ranking

04:40 - Entrepreneurial Journey in E-Commerce

15:47 - Evolving Strategies for Amazon Ranking

17:05 - Amazon Bans Activity, Goes Underground

19:41 - Developing Formula for Amazon Ranking

22:35 - Crucial Strategies for Amazon Ranking

27:57 - Optimizing Flat Files for Amazon Success

29:53 - Optimizing Amazon Launch Strategy and Ranking

31:22 - Product Testing and Data Collection Techniques

37:04 - Product Success Maintenance Planning Strategy

40:07 - Reversing Amazon AI for Ranking Success

44:42 - Amazon Listing Optimization Through UGCs

48:12 - Trends in Product Innovation

50:14 - Kevin King’s Words of Wisdom