Hockey, Hustle, and the 3-Bucket Playbook | Mike from @CardZooSportsCards I 1000 Card Project Podcast I Ep. 11

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1000 Card Project

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The 1000 Card Project Podcast is where sports cards meet strategy. Host Ron McKeefery – coach, lifelong collector, and entrepreneur – shares his mission to flip 1,000 $1 cards into 1,000 $100 cards. Each week, he talks with top creators, sellers, and collectors about sourcing, pricing, flipping, grading, and more. Get real tactics, lessons, and stories to help you buy smarter, sell better, and turn your collection into a real business.

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Hockey, Hustle, and the 3-Bucket Playbook | Mike from @CardZooSportsCards I 1000 Card Project Podcast I Ep. 11

1000 Card Project

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1 month ago

Hockey, Hustle, and the 3-Bucket Playbook | Mike from @CardZooSportsCards I 1000 Card Project Podcast I Ep. 11

In this episode, Ron McKeefery interviews Mike, the creator of CardzooSportsCards, a popular YouTube channel focused on sports cards. They discuss Mike's journey back into the world of sports cards, particularly hockey, and how he developed a unique bucket strategy for selling cards. The conversation covers sourcing cards, inventory management, and the importance of building a brand on YouTube. Mike shares insights on how to navigate the sports card market and offers practical tips for both new and experienced collectors. The episode concludes with quickfire questions that reveal Mike's personal preferences and future aspirations in the sports card business.

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00:00 Introduction to Cardzoo and Mike Rogers

02:02 The Journey into Sports Cards

04:57 Focusing on Hockey: A Strategic Shift

09:59 Understanding the Market Dynamics

14:51 The Three Bucket Strategy for Card Selling

26:29 Strategies for Card Selling and Investment

28:38 Sourcing Cards: eBay and Beyond

31:28 Inventory Management and Storage Solutions

40:39 Future Plans and Brand Building

45:34 Personal Card Collection and Favorites

Takeaways

Mike Rogers created Cardzoo to appeal to both kids and adults in the sports card market.
His journey back into sports cards was sparked by the COVID boom and a nostalgic return to hockey cards.
Focusing on a specific sport, like hockey, can provide a competitive edge in the card selling market.
The bucket strategy helps categorize cards into different sales strategies for better management.
Sourcing cards primarily through eBay allows for convenience despite potential challenges.
Effective inventory management is crucial to avoid overwhelming clutter and ensure smooth operations.
Building a brand on YouTube can supplement income and enhance the sports card business.
The importance of research in identifying valuable cards cannot be overstated.
Mike emphasizes the need for a sustainable approach to card selling rather than quick flips.
Future growth may involve refining strategies and expanding the YouTube channel.

Keywords

#sportscards, #Cardzoo, #hockeycards, #cardsellingstrategy, #inventorymanagement, #YouTube, #sportscardbusiness, #collectingcards, #cardinvestment