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Wholesale 101: a Guide to Product Sourcing for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners : A Guide to Product Sourcing for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners by Jason Prescott (2013, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherMcgraw-Hill Education

ISBN-100071811362

ISBN-139780071811361

eBay Product ID (ePID)150559301

Product Key Features

Book TitleWholesale 101: a Guide to Product Sourcing for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners : A Guide to Product Sourcing for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners

Number of Pages272 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2013

TopicPurchasing & Buying, Entrepreneurship, General, E-Commerce / General (See Also Computers / Electronic Commerce)

IllustratorYes

GenreBusiness & Economics

AuthorJason Prescott

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight13 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN2013-007851

Dewey Edition23

Dewey Decimal658.8/6

Table Of ContentIntroduction Acknowledgments 1 The Changing World of Product Sourcing Evolution of the Sourcing Scene Technology and Product Sourcing Importance of Research for Sourcing The Entrepreneurial Attitude Going for It Conclusion Looking Ahead 2 Stepping Out of the Silo Using Social Media, News, Events, and Other Resourcesto Stay on Top of the Sourcing Game The Importance of Opening Your View to All SourcingResources How to Diversify Your Approach to Sourcing Conclusion Looking Ahead 3 Sailing Your Boat in a Flooded Marketplace Finding the Right Sourcing Resources for You Types of Suppliers Domestic versus International: Should You Source Productsfrom Suppliers Overseas? Questions That Help You Determine the Right Suppliersfor You Conclusion Looking Ahead 4 Sourcing Online: TopTenWholesale.com andManufacturer.com Importance of Using Vertical Search Engines for Sourcing Benefits of Online Business-to-Business Trade Platforms Safety and Business-to-Business Trade Platforms Finding the Best Suppliers for You on Online Business-to-Business Platforms An In-depth User Exploration of TopTenWholesale.com Conclusion Looking Ahead 5 Trade Shows: Where Do I Go? The Value of Finding the Right Show How to Find the Right Trade Shows Trade Show Recommendations, Innovations, and Technology Insider Strategies to Getting the Most Out of the Show Conclusion Looking Ahead 6 Working with Trading Companies, Manufacturers' Reps,and Suppliers That Drop Ship Definitions of Trading Companies, Manufacturers' Reps,and Drop Shippers Are Trading Companies the Right Option for You? Collaborating with Manufacturers' Representatives Understanding the Pros, Cons, and Various Types ofDrop Shipping Conclusion Looking Ahead 7 Better Supply-Chain Management through Building andNurturing Strong Relationships with Suppliers Managing Your Supply Chain Effectively The Importance of Choosing the Right Partners from the Start How to Choose Reliable and Strong Suppliers over "Price IsRight" Suppliers Establishing Key Performance Indicators and Benchmarks Relationship-Management Guidelines: How to Raise Issues,Know When to Drop Suppliers, and Protect Yourself Top 10 Recap: Ways to Cultivate Relationships and Get PastCultural/Language Barriers Conclusion Some Parting Words While Looking Ahead Appendix A: Resource for Global Trade Appendix B: The Jargon behind International Trade Index

SynopsisLearn the Secrets to Succeeding in Global Trade Wholesale 101 provides the tools and insight you need to launch a successful business by combining various platforms--B2B sites, trade shows, trading companies, and others--into a powerful product sourcing strategy. Whether you're looking to drop ship from wholesalers and manufacturers or import product direct to sell in your store, this unparalleled guide reveals inside information of an industry full of secrets. "If you are looking for a one-stop shop that turns the complicated world of sourcing product into a road map for success, then I encourage you to buy this book." -- TOM MCELROY, VP, Marketing and e-Commerce, Genco Marketplace and NoBetterDeal.com "Provides lots of concrete advice on how to profit from this new age of wholesaling." -- DON DAVIS, Editor in Chief, Internet Retailer "For any entrepreneur looking to start a business or expand their business, Wholesale 101 is a must read." -- MARC JOSEPH, CEO and President, DollarDays International, and author of The Secrets of Retailing: Or, How to Beat Wal-Mart "One of the most informative and useful books on Wholesale Sourcing I have laid eyes on in the past ten years." -- SKIP MCGRATH, Publisher, Online Seller's Resource "Very smart with a unique perspective on a variety of things important to our business, including global trade, international protocol, leveraging the Internet, and driving value for trade show participants." -- CHRISTOPHER MCCABE, Senior Vice President, Nielsen Expositions "A must-have addition to any wholesalers library." -- CYRILL ELTSCHINGER, Strategic Advisor and author of Source Code China, Learn the Secrets to Succeeding in Global Trade Wholesale 101 provides the tools and insight you need to launch a successful business by combining various platforms--B2B sites, trade shows, trading companies, andothers--into a powerful product sourcing strategy. Whether you're looking to drop ship from wholesalers and manufacturers or import product direct to sell in your store, this unparalleled guide reveals inside informationof an industry full of secrets. "If you are looking for a one-stop shop that turns the complicated world of sourcing product into a road map for success, then I encourage you to buy this book." -- TOM MCELROY, VP, Marketing and e-Commerce, Genco Marketplace and NoBetterDeal.com "Provides lots of concrete advice on how to profit from this new age of wholesaling." -- DON DAVIS, Editor in Chief, Internet Retailer "For any entrepreneur looking to start a business or expand their business, Wholesale 101 is a must read." -- MARC JOSEPH, CEO and President, DollarDays International, and author of The Secrets of Retailing: Or, How to Beat Wal-Mart "One of the most informative and useful books on Wholesale Sourcing I have laid eyes on in the past ten years." -- SKIP MCGRATH, Publisher, Online Seller's Resource "Very smart with a unique perspective on a variety of things important to our business, including global trade, international protocol, leveraging the Internet, and driving value for trade show participants." -- CHRISTOPHER MCCABE, Senior Vice President, Nielsen Expositions "A must-have addition to any wholesalers library." -- CYRILL ELTSCHINGER, Strategic Advisor and author of Source Code China

LC Classification NumberHF5420.P74 2013