by JK Beaton | Apr 19, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
So what’s it like having a spouse as a business partner? Well… it’s mostly great! You’re probably wondering what I mean by “mostly”—more on that below. But first, the positives: ➤ Having someone just as committed as I...
by JK Beaton | Apr 17, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
I talk to many brands that haven’t negotiated with their Chinese factory in years. Why? Things are good and they don’t want to “rock the boat.” But I would argue that’s too “Western” a way of thinking. How do I know? Despite...
by JK Beaton | Apr 11, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Facing crazy high Amazon fees? Here’s one way brands can save big $$$. Actual experience and strategy shared. In my new series, I explore ways we lowered the cost of goods (COGs) for clients and in our own private label brands. Tip 2: Work Directly with a...
by JK Beaton | Apr 5, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Inventory reordering doesn’t seem like an emergency. Until it is. Read on if you’ve ever been late reordering from your factory… We’ve faced our own inventory reordering pains with our brands: ➤ Ordering too much ➤ Ordering too little ➤...
by JK Beaton | Mar 28, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Facing crazy high Amazon fees? Here’s one idea to increase your profits. Included is a story of how this tip #1 saved us a lot of $$$. Tip 1: Revisit your tariff classification codes The HS code determines your product’s duty rate and can significantly...
by JK Beaton | Mar 22, 2024 | Tips & Tricks
Unfazed by the chirping squirrel outside my window, my next “Red Flags of Alibaba” piece is here. The 5th red flag has to do with AI. Ever have a great conversation or email exchange with your factory online? With details being confirmed and your PO put...