296 – The Top 7 Amazon Wholesale Sourcing Fails

In this episode of The Full-Time FBA Show, Stephen and Rebecca Smotherman discuss common failures Amazon sellers face when sourcing wholesale and how to overcome them. They emphasize that wholesale sourcing differs significantly from retail and online arbitrage, cautioning against spending time on big-name brands unlikely to grant wholesale accounts, and advising to focus on lesser-known brands. The hosts highlight the importance of buying directly from manufacturers rather than distributors to secure the lowest prices, presenting oneself professionally to brands, and building relationships by offering value beyond just requesting a price list. They promote an upcoming free workshop that will provide strategies for landing wholesale accounts and building mutually beneficial partnerships with brands.