WholesaleCentral.com - A Quick Review and Discussion

Summary

In this training session, Trevor introduces Wholesale Central, a long-standing B2B directory for product sourcing, particularly useful for finding wholesale drop shippers. He highlights the platform's trade show calendar as a valuable resource for discovering new products and suppliers, emphasizing the importance of attending trade shows for expanding business niches. Trevor also demonstrates how to navigate the directory to find potential suppliers, such as Adco Trading, and encourages participants to explore the site for sourcing opportunities, including drop shipping services.

Takeaways

• 😀 Trevor introduces Wholesale Central as a staple in the product sourcing industry, highlighting its long-standing reputation.
• 🔍 The platform serves as a directory for businesses, particularly for those looking to find products to sell online.
• 📅 A key feature of Wholesale Central is the trade show calendar, which lists various trade shows for different industries.
• 🤝 Trade shows are suggested as one of the best ways to find good products to sell online, both for wholesale and dropshipping.
• 💡 For those with an established business, attending trade shows can be a great way to find unique vendors and expand product offerings.
• 🛍️ Wholesale Central is a B2B directory, meaning it's for businesses looking for products, not for individual consumers.
• 📈 The directory claims to receive around half a million views per month, indicating its popularity among businesses.
• 💰 Companies listed on Wholesale Central pay a fee to be included, suggesting a level of credibility and professionalism.
• 🔎 Users can search for specific product categories or seasonal items, and contact companies directly for potential wholesale or dropshipping arrangements.
• 📝 There is a section specifically for drop shippers within the directory, but it's not exhaustive, and users are encouraged to explore further.
• 🚀 Trevor recommends Wholesale Central as a starting point for finding suppliers, alongside other methods like Thomasnet.com and attending trade shows.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of Wholesale Central?

The main purpose of Wholesale Central is to serve as a business-to-business directory for people looking to find products to sell, particularly for those involved in retail drop shipping, wholesale drop shipping, and international sourcing.

What feature of Wholesale Central does Trevor particularly appreciate?

Trevor particularly appreciates the trade show calendar feature at the top of Wholesale Central, which helps users find trade shows relevant to their niches and potentially discover new suppliers.

What is a trade show according to the script?

A trade show is an event where vendors gather to share and showcase their products, often with the aim of attracting retailers and wholesalers to their offerings.

Why are trade shows considered beneficial for finding products to sell online?

Trade shows are beneficial for finding products to sell online because they allow attendees to discover new and unique products, make direct contact with suppliers, and potentially establish relationships that may not be available through online searches alone.

What is the significance of the trade show calendar on Wholesale Central for someone in the jewelry business?

For someone in the jewelry business, the trade show calendar on Wholesale Central is significant as it allows them to identify and attend jewelry trade shows, which can be an excellent opportunity to find unique vendors and products not easily accessible online.

How does Wholesale Central differ from ThomasNet.com as per the script?

According to the script, Wholesale Central is more consumer-friendly and related to the types of products that most users are likely to sell, whereas ThomasNet.com is described as more industrial and potentially tougher to work with for finding consumer products.

What does the script suggest for someone who is new to the program and looking to start with drop shipping?

The script suggests that someone new to the program should initially focus on retail drop shipping to get started, and consider exploring wholesale companies and using Wholesale Central once they are ready to expand their sourcing options.

What is the importance of having no minimum order requirement as mentioned in the script?

Having no minimum order requirement is important because it suggests that the company may offer drop shipping services, allowing retailers to sell their products without having to purchase in bulk upfront.

How can users find out if a company listed on Wholesale Central offers drop shipping services?

Users can check the company's listing on Wholesale Central for information about drop shipping or contact the company directly through the contact information provided to inquire about their drop shipping capabilities.

What advice does Trevor give for using Wholesale Central effectively?

Trevor advises users to explore various categories on Wholesale Central, consider attending trade shows listed in the calendar if relevant to their niche, and not to assume that all companies listed offer drop shipping services unless explicitly stated.

What are some of the additional sections on Wholesale Central that Trevor mentions in the script?

Trevor mentions additional sections on Wholesale Central such as a section for drop shippers, a top suppliers section, a Deals and Steals section, and a product locator for conducting searches.