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SEO has changed dramatically over the past few years, but that doesn't mean the opportunities have disappeared.
In this episode, Greg sits down with SEO expert and lead generation operator Will Tribe to break down what's working in search today and why lead generation may be one of the more resilient opportunities for online business owners.
Will has been doing SEO since 2009 and has moved between affiliate SEO, foreign SEO, and lead generation. After seeing the economics of affiliate SEO change, he returned to lead gen and has since used AI to rapidly test new niches and build out a large portfolio of websites.
We dive into how Will finds lead generation opportunities, why he focuses on smaller geographic markets and exact-match domains, and how he tests a niche before committing significant resources.
Will also explains how AI has changed the economics of SEO. Instead of spending months building a site and hoping it works, he can now launch inexpensive tests, gather data quickly, and double down on the opportunities that show potential.
If you want a practical look at where SEO and lead generation are heading, and how AI is changing the way these businesses are built, this episode is worth a listen.


Topics discussed in this episode:
01:52 - Will's background from affiliate SEO to lead generation 

08:08 - Finding the right lead-gen partners 

13:00 - Do exact-match domains still work? 

17:21 - How Will uses AI to deploy and test SEO sites

24:28 - How to test a niche and find opportunities quickly 

27:20 - How soon Will starts seeing results after launch

31:00 - How Will manages a portfolio of over 2,000 websites

35:30 - What Will's SwitchMonster tracking tool does

30:10 - Where is the future of lead gen going?

47:33 - How to structure lead-gen deals 

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AI can write your product descriptions, generate ad creative, and answer customer questions. But those might not be the most valuable uses of AI for ecommerce.
In this episode, we sit down with Eric Bidinger, co-founder and CEO of Luca AI, a tool that uses AI to analyze business data and help entrepreneurs identify opportunities to improve their businesses.

We explore where AI is actually making a difference for online businesses and where the hype is getting ahead of reality.
One of the biggest opportunities is hidden inside the less exciting parts of running a business. 
The goal isn't simply to use AI to generate more data. It's to turn that data into better decisions. AI can analyze huge amounts of business data to uncover operational inefficiencies, pricing opportunities, inventory problems, and other areas where money is being left on the table.
We also discuss how AI could change the way ecommerce businesses think about growth capital, why smaller operational improvements can have a major impact on profitability, and what entrepreneurs should be paying attention to as AI continues to evolve.
If you're looking for new ways to unlock growth or simply want to optimize your business, this episode is packed with useful information.
Topics discussed in this episode:
02:32 - The origins of Luca AI and what the software does

06:55 - Where AI is useful vs. where it's still hype 

11:41 - Using AI for the less obvious parts of ecommerce 

18:41 - Debt, equity, and other ways to finance growth 

21:25 - How AI can identify opportunities you aren't looking for 

31:29 - The problem with AI hallucinations and business data 

38:25 - How technical do modern founders need to be?

40:41 - How to balance AI data with out-of-the-box thinking

43:28 - Creating a competitive advantage when everyone has AI 

 
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International expansion can unlock significant growth for an ecommerce business. It can also create a lot of expensive problems if you move too quickly.
In this episode, Greg Elfrink sits down with Andy Hooper, CEO of Expandly, an ecommerce fulfillment and logistics platform, to discuss what it really takes to scale an ecommerce business internationally. 
They discuss how to approach international expansion, including choosing the right markets, preparing the business operationally, and navigating the logistics and compliance challenges that come with selling internationally.
The conversation also covers some of the common mistakes businesses make when expanding, as well as how founders can think about international growth without creating unnecessary complexity.
Greg and Andy also discuss acquisitions and investing in ecommerce service businesses, including what makes a business attractive to buyers and the challenges that can come with integrating acquisitions.
Whether you're considering taking your ecommerce business into new markets or exploring acquisitions as a growth strategy, this episode offers practical insights from someone who has experience on both sides of the equation.

Topics discussed in this episode:
02:39 - From flipping products on eBay to 8-figure international domination
10:23 - Andy's advice for US entrepreneurs wanting to expand to the EU
21:04 - The costs entrepreneurs often overlook when expanding internationally
27:57 - The logistics of international expansion
36:15 - Why Andy built a portfolio of service businesses  
38:44 - The processes Andy uses to effectively manage his portfolio of businesses
42:31 - Andy's advice on using acquisitions as a growth channel
45:50 - Andy's OATS business integration framework
49:48 - Why Andy rolled his main business into his acquisition, Expandly
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Starting a podcast is easy. Building one that actually helps your business is a different story.
In this episode of The Opportunity Podcast, Greg sits down with Jim Barton, founder of Growth Podcasting, to break down what founders should really expect from podcasting.
Jim explains why podcasts are often better at building trust than generating traffic, and how businesses can use them to warm up prospects, support sales conversations, and build relationships with potential clients and partners.
They also get into one of the biggest questions facing podcasters today: should your podcast be on YouTube? Jim explains why simply uploading an interview to YouTube isn't enough, and what you need to change if you want to compete for YouTube's audience.
Jim shares practical advice for getting started without expensive equipment or a complicated production setup, as well as what makes a good episode, how much preparation you really need, and where AI can help without taking the human element out of the content.
If you're considering starting a podcast for your business, or already have one that isn't getting the results you want, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you rethink your approach.

Topics Discussed in this episode:
02:49 - Why Jim is so bullish on podcasting
09:11 - Should you start a podcast for your business?
14:54 - How to use your podcast to hit your business goals
17:37 - The pros and cons of publishing your podcast on YouTube
23:14 - How much production value you need if you're just getting started
26:43 - Are podcasts a suitable option for all businesses?
32:26 - How to get people to discover your podcast
40:59 - The prep that goes into making a good podcast episode
44:12 - What separates a bad podcast episode from a good one?
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Amazon sellers are being forced to rethink how they build and grow their businesses. From stricter listing requirements to AI-powered shopping and new international opportunities, the rules are changing quickly. 
On this episode of The Opportunity Podcast, Greg sits down with Jana Krekic, founder of YLT Translations and Seller Lingo, to discuss what's changing across Amazon and where sellers should be paying attention. 
They cover Amazon's stricter listing requirements, shorter titles, supplement compliance, and what these changes mean for sellers who have relied on older optimization strategies.
They also dive into AI and Amazon search, including Rufus and Alexa, and how sellers may need to structure their listings so AI can better understand and recommend their products.
The conversation then moves beyond the US, with Jana sharing her perspective on international expansion, localization, and overlooked markets. She explains why simply translating a listing isn't enough and why some markets can offer opportunities that sellers may not be looking for.
If you sell on Amazon, are thinking about expanding internationally, or want to understand where the platform is heading, this episode is worth a listen.

Topics Discussed in this episode:
04:03 - Why Amazon has gotten stricter with their listing requirements
11:59 - Amazon's crackdown on supplement regulations
17:37 - How Amazon has changed for sellers over the last five years
25:03 - The risks of using AI to translate your listings 
36:32 - How important is your listing copy in the age of AI?
42:39 - When to consider international Amazon expansion 
51:22 - Cultural translation for different markets
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