Lesson 736 of 1570
Using AI to find better suppliers for your products
Buying inventory? AI can help you compare suppliers, prices, and minimum orders fast.
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What this lesson covers
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- 1The big idea
- 2sourcing
- 3suppliers
- 4comparison
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Section 1
The big idea
Reselling, dropshipping, or making merch? Your profits live or die on supplier choice. AI can help you compile a list of options, key questions to ask, and warning signs of scams.
Some examples
- 'List 5 places teens could source plain hoodies for under $10 each.'
- 'What questions should I ask a supplier before placing my first order?'
- 'How do I spot a scam supplier on Alibaba?'
- 'What's a reasonable MOQ (minimum order quantity) for someone starting out?'
Try it!
Pick a product you'd like to sell. Ask AI for 5 supplier options + 5 questions to ask each before buying.
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