Category Archives: Supplier Communication

Introverts Guide to Wholesale Sourcing

By admitted-introvert Barbara Drazga “I’m an Introvert.” Most people can’t believe it when they meet me. But it’s true. Public speaking and performing music cause me extreme panic attacks. I’ve worked years to mitigate the anxiety I feel when in large groups of people. Can you imagine my reaction anytime I had to pick upRead More

How to get Brand Owners to say “YES!”

The #1 complaint I hear about sourcing wholesale, is that brand owners shut you down when you tell them you’re an Amazon seller. BUT, I have communication and negotiation strategies that increase my chance of developing a long-term, profitable, WIN/WIN relationship with Brand owners that you can easily learn and implement right away! There’s aRead More

Overcoming Objections: Supplier has no csv file

[VIDEO] – “Overcoming Objections: We ain’t got no stinkin’ csv file!” Watch this short video where I show you how to get around when a supplier tells you they do NOT have an excel or CSV file of their product catalog. It’s easier than you think!

Which Wholesale Sourcing Method Works best for YOU?

  This video gives you a quick and easy explanation of 2 different wholesale sourcing Methods. Which one works best for you? Hint: when you COMBINE both methods, you make your sourcing toolbox more powerful than most of your competitors!  Watch this brief explanation of how to source wholesale using two different, yet complimentary sourcing methods!

Wholesale Supplier Negotiating Checklist

Wholesale Supplier Negotiating Checklist Relationship is Key – Use customer-centric communication to discover what is important to your supplier. What are their pain points? Knowing these can help you develop and offer solutions to help them.   Think like a supplier – They have the product and want to sell as much of it asRead More

How to Offer Value Propositions to Brand Owners

In this interview, I have a frank discussion with deca-million dollar sellers Dan and Eric of *The Wholesale Formula* to discuss how to have the competitive edge when contacting brand owners. We’ll discuss… – Exactly what IS a “value proposition?” – How you can set yourself apart from other sellers with brand owners; – WhatRead More

Wholesale Demystified-Facts vs. Myths about Sourcing Models

In this video, I’ll dispel any myths you may have about sourcing from wholesale suppliers. What excuses have YOU been making that are keeping you from plugging into wholesale sourcing? I don’t have enough capital The margins are too small All suppliers require a large MOQ (minimum order quantity) I need a warehouse and employeesRead More

Tradeshow Strategies and Success Guide!

Get ready to meet new wholesale suppliers! Maximizing your investment when attending wholesale tradeshows is KEY to making the trip worth your while. Watch my interview with Johnny Lederer as he reveals the 3 Steps to maximizing your Tradeshow success! Johnny has been in the Trade Show Industry for almost18 years. The Trade Show industry as a whole isRead More