How Chocolate Can Boost Your Wholesale Business

Last week we looked at how Valentine’s Day can be a great boost for your wholesale buying business. With only a few days to go until the event, many consumers will be heading to the shops looking for Valentine’s Day cards and presents. One of the most popular products at this time of year is chocolate so we have looked into some wholesale suppliers and how you can boost your business activity.

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Three Tips on How to Negotiate with a Wholesale Supplier

Whether you have an established wholesale buying business or you’re just starting out, the need to negotiate with a wholesale supplier is always there. Even if your business is booming, you should always want to beat your competition and secure the best prices. Check out our wholesale buying advice and our three tips on how to negotiate with a wholesale supplier to ensure you get the best return on investment.

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Advertising Via Yellow Pages – Is It Still Worth It?

The power of the internet today is undeniable. Practically everyone uses the web; to search for products, to find things to do, to find work – the list is endless. And now more and more wholesalers are using the net to advertise their services and business. But one outlet (which is a bit more traditional) should not be ignored.

Despite the computer age, wholesale suppliers spend a lot of time and money advertising through the Yellow Pages. Yellow Pages remains one of the best places to find reliable business information and has been around for years.

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How do I get started in wholesale trading without much investment?

It’s a question that many traders have asked themselves at the start of their wholesale buying journey and is something that will always be pertinent to budding re-sellers. In this world of corporate giants demanding that sellers have bricks and mortar stores and that they commit to purchasing £25,000 a year in stock it’s no surprise that many of our members pose the question; just how do I start a successful re-selling business with a small investment? In this article the Wholesale Scout team explore the possibilities and opportunities available to wholesale buyers even when there’s not much cash to hand.

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