The My Wife Quit Her Job Podcast With Steve Chou

The MyWifeQuitHerJob podcast is a podcast about entrepreneurs who quit their jobs to start successful online businesses.

Through a series of personal interviews, Steve uncovers the exact strategies that led to their success.

Unlike other business podcasts, Steve is known for digging deep and extracting out every last detail.

He's never afraid to ask the hard questions and he leverages his extensive knowledge running his two 7 figure businesses to get to the point.

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641: The Reddit Strategy That Gets AI to Recommend Your Brand

641: The Reddit Strategy That Gets AI to Recommend Your Brand

In this episode, I sit down with Danny Kirk, founder of ReddiReach, to talk about how e-commerce brands are using Reddit to get recommended by ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity. We get into the exact strategy for building up a Reddit presence from scratch, including how long it actually takes and what will get you banned. If you’ve ever wondered whether Reddit is worth your time as a brand, this episode will give you a very clear answer. Enjoy! What You’ll Learn Find The Right Niche Subreddits Post Helpful, Signal-boosting Content Encourage Genuine Engagement To Train Recommenders Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The […]

640: I Just Spoke at Shopify HQ. Here’s What’s Actually Working in Ecommerce Right Now

640: I Just Spoke at Shopify HQ. Here's What's Actually Working in Ecommerce Right Now

In this episode, I’m recording live from Shopify HQ in New York City after attending the Merchant Mastery event with my co-host Toni. We cover a wide range of topics including why unpolished UGC content is outperforming produced ads, how to build a brand story that ties all your marketing together, and why generic products are slowly dying. Enjoy! What You’ll Learn What’s driving real sales on Shopify today Low-effort tactics that boost conversions with AI Practical ways to scale without blowing your ad budget Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the […]

639: She Built A 6-Figure Cat Toy Business Because Someone Annoyed Her On IG With Dawn LaFontaine

639: She Built A 6-Figure Cat Business Because Someone Annoyed Her On IG With Dawn LaFontaine

In this episode, I sit down with Dawn LaFontaine, a student in my create a profitable online store course, a former stay-at-home mom who couldn’t get hired anywhere after 27 years out of the workforce and decided to build her own business selling cat toys instead. Dawn walks us through the painful years she spent trying to make her original cardboard cat house product work, the accidental Instagram moment that led her to the product that actually took off, and her wholesale outreach strategy that closes at 50% without ads. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn How A Single Annoying […]

638: The Ecom Strategies Worth Stealing from Sellers Summit 2026

638: The Ecom Strategies Worth Stealing from Sellers Summit 2026

In this episode, we’re going over key takeaways from Sellers Summit 2026 in Fort Lauderdale, walking through every session from AI-powered ad creative and TikTok Shop launches to sourcing strategies, Reddit SEO, and what buyers actually care about in the current M&A market By the end of this episode you’ll have a full picture of where ecommerce is headed and a list of things you can actually put to work this week. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn Clever growth hacks top sellers are using High-ROI ads, funnels, and retention tricks Product sourcing and launch strategies Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The […]

637: The AI Automation Stack Behind The Fastest Growing Ecommerce Brands With Leo Sgovio

637: The AI Automation Stack Behind The Fastest Growing Ecommerce Brands With Leo Sgovio

In this episode, Leo Sgovio breaks down the AI-powered workflows he built to automate influencer outreach, generate video ads, and launch products without relying on giveaways or PPC. He walks through the exact system he used to sell out 5,000 units before Christmas and how he clones winning competitor ads using a chain of AI tools. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn Leo’s Influencer Marketing Company – Spliced.io How AI Automates Customer Journeys End-to-end Tools That Scale Ads, Inventory, And Fulfillment Data-driven Hacks Top Brands Use To Grow Fast Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that […]

636: Why Smaller Creators Are Winning Bigger Than Ever In 2026

636: Why Smaller Creators Are Winning Bigger Than Ever In 2026

In this episode, Toni and I have a really honest conversation about where content creation is headed in 2026 and what it genuinely takes to stand out when everyone and their mother is making videos. We talk about why the fundamentals of great content have never mattered more than they do right now, even with all the AI tools flooding the space with noise. So whether you are just starting out or have been at it for years, I think you will walk away with a much clearer picture of what it takes. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn Why […]

635: How To Get Paid $40K a Month to Post On Facebook With Jeff Rose

635: How To Get Paid $40K a Month to Post On Facebook With Jeff Rose

In this episode, my good friend Jeff Rose talk about how he built a $40K a month business doing something most people do every single day without ever getting paid for it. We walk through exactly how posting on Facebook became a full time income and how you can get started even if you have no experience and no following. If you’ve ever wondered whether you could actually get paid to be on social media, this episode is going to open your eyes. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn How Jeff Rose Makes $40k/mo Posting On Facebook How To Build […]

634: Your Products Are Invisible to AI. The New Search Rules For 2026

634: Your Products Are Invisible to AI. The New Search Rules For 2026

In this episode, Toni and I dig into Amazon’s decision to block AI tools from indexing their product listings and why it’s a risky bet. We talk through how AI agents are quietly changing the way people research and buy products, and what that means for sellers who are still writing copy like it’s 2015. If you sell anything online, this conversation will change how you think about your product descriptions. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn How Shopping Has Changed Smart Ways To Make Listings Ai-friendly For 2026 Search Quick Tweaks That Boost Visibility Across AI Search Engines Sponsors […]

633: A Simple Meta Ads Change That Will 10x Your Returns With Scott Cunningham

633: A Simple Meta Ads Change That Will 10x Your Returns With Scott Cunningham

In this episode Scott Cunningham and I dive into something that honestly changed everything for me when it comes to Meta ads and getting a real return on ad spend. Scott is the creator of the Storyselling Formula and the moment I came across his work I knew I had to bring him on to break it down properly. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn How To Apply StorySelling To Your Ads Strategy Scott Cunningham’s Tested Ad Setup Hack Quick Steps To Implement And Scale Meta Ads Fast Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve […]

632: The $7 Billion App Nobody’s Talking About (But You’re Already Addicted To)

632: The $7 Billion App Nobody's Talking About (But You're Already Addicted To)

In this episode, Toni and I dive into the $7 billion micro drama industry that’s already taken over China and is quietly making its way into American TikTok feeds. We break down the sneaky micropayment business model that gets viewers spending $30 to $40 without even realizing it, and why the same psychology works just as well for selling ecom products as it does for cheesy kung fu movies.  What You’ll Learn How these drama apps work How to use this strategy to sell products Why micropayments are the way to go Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the […]

631: Sabrina Ramonov Shares the AI Playbook That Got Her 500M Views in a Year

In this episode, I sit down with Sabrina Ramanov, a CS major turned social media entrepreneur who walked away from the traditional career track and built an audience of over a million followers across multiple platforms. We get into her exact strategy for growing from zero, how each platform is different and where you should actually be spending your time, and why she thinks most people are completely wrong about what it takes to build an audience. Then, we go deep on vibe coding nad how the average person can actually use it effectively. Try Blotato for free by clicking […]

630: OpenAI Pulls Back. TikTok Reverses Course. Ecommerce Just Got Messy

630: OpenAI Pulls Back. TikTok Reverses Course. Ecommerce Just Got Messy

In this episode, Toni and I break down a series of sudden moves that caught a lot of sellers off guard this week. Several major platforms quietly changed direction, and the ripple effects could impact how products are discovered, sold, and fulfilled going forward. Enjoy the episode! What You’ll Learn Why Openai Hit The Brakes Tiktok’s Surprise About-face How Ecommerce Got Chaotic Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past 9 years. It’s small and intimate and you’ll learn a ton! Click Here To Grab A Ticket. The Family First Entrepreneur – […]

629: Unglamorous Products That Quietly Generate Serious Revenue

629: Unglamorous Products That Quietly Generate Serious Revenue

In this episode, we’re making the case that boring is actually a strategy. The products we’re covering today have no sex appeal, no social media presence, and almost zero brand loyalty, which means the market is wide open for anyone willing to show up consistently. And it turns out the least exciting shelf in the store is can often be the most profitable one. What You’ll Learn Why Boring Products Can Be Cash Cows How Tiny Margins Can Add Up To Big Profits Simple Strategies To Find And Scale Boring Stuff Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce […]

628: The Amazon Listing Mistakes That Are Killing Your Conversions (And How to Fix Them) With Daniela Bolzmann

628: The Amazon Listing Mistakes That Are Killing Your Conversions (And How to Fix Them) With Daniela Bolzmann

In this episode, I sit down with Daniela Boltzmann, founder of Mindful Goods, to talk about what actually separates high-converting Amazon listings from the ones that quietly bleed sales. We dig into why repurposing your Shopify creative on Amazon is one of the most common and costly mistakes sellers make, and walk through the exact frameworks Daniela uses to optimize main images, titles, and A+ content for seven and eight-figure brands. What You’ll Learn Why repurposing your Shopify creative on Amazon is silently killing your conversions How to optimize your main images, titles, and A+ content the way seven and […]

627: The Old Ecommerce Playbook Is DEAD (What’s Working In 2026)

The Old Ecommerce Playbook Is DEAD (What's Working In 2026)

In this episode, we’re going to show you why many ecommerce stores are dying right now, and why most store owners have absolutely no idea it’s happening. In the last two years three big shifts completely changed how customers find products, how they decide to buy, and whether you actually get to keep any of the money you make.   Here’s the playbook. What You’ll Learn What has fundamentally changed in ecommerce The talks at Sellers Summit 2026 How to adapt in today’s ecommerce environment Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past […]

626: The Content Strategies That Will Die In 2026 (And What’s Taking Over)

626: The Content Strategies That Will Die In 2026 (And What's Taking Over)

In this episode, Toni and I share our bold predictions for what’s coming in the content creation world in 2026 and why the strategies that worked last year might not work anymore. We break down the shifts we’re seeing, the trends that are about to explode, and what you need to start doing now to stay ahead of the competition. What You’ll Learn Why Blogs And Affiliate Marketing Is Dead Why Clickbait Mass-content Won’t Cut It The Future Of AI Driven Content Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past 9 years. […]

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