#415 – How a Lufthansa Pilot Turned His Passion into a Million-Dollar Amazon Business
Ever wondered how a commercial airline pilot could pull off a million-dollar Amazon business success? Join us as David Lang, the Lufthansa pilot turned e-commerce entrepreneur, shares his incredible journey from the cockpit to conquering the Amazon marketplace. Learn the secrets behind his dual career, and discover how the meticulous systems and numbers-driven strategies in aviation perfectly translated to his booming online business.
Peel back the curtain on aviation myths and misconceptions with David, who demystifies common fears like turbulence and clarifies the dynamic roles of captains and co-pilots. His unique story of balancing a demanding airline career with academic pursuits and a project management role at Lufthansa sets the stage for his leap into the world of e-commerce. From reverse-engineering a product failure to a game-changing success, David reveals the strategic planning and keyword wizardry that skyrocketed his sales to $1.2 million in just five days.
As we wrap up, David takes us through the exhilarating process of selling his business and achieving financial freedom. Is life after a successful Amazon FBA business exit all it’s cracked up to be? Hear about the ongoing thrill of e-commerce, the benefits of strategic business networks, and future plans like his appearance at the Billion Dollar Seller Summit in Iceland. Don’t miss this inspiring episode brimming with actionable advice and captivating stories from David’s dual careers.
In episode 415 of the AM/PM Podcast, Kevin and David discuss:
- 00:00 – From Commercial Pilot to E-Commerce Success
- 04:49 – Commercial Pilot License Requirements and Opportunities
- 09:53 – Pay Discrepancies in the Airline Industry
- 11:52 – Misconceptions About The Aviation Industry
- 14:24 – Perceptions of Pilot Profession
- 16:53 – Entrepreneurship While In The Airline Industry
- 22:18 – Achieving Success Through Reverse Engineering
- 25:26 – Calculated Risk Pays Off Big
- 26:59 – Amazon Keyword Manipulation for Brand Success
- 31:03 – Working With 8Fig for Business Funding
- 38:36 – Life After a Successful Business Exit
- 43:40 – Distressed Amazon Seller Turnaround Plan
- 44:45 – Business and Aviation
- 50:11 – Kevin King’s Words Of Wisdom
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