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If you're running an e-commerce, DTC or dropshipping company that ships from China, this is what you need to know about Trump tariff (10%) and removal of $800 de minimis exemption🚨 1) Your customers are now responsible for paying tariffs on orders shipped from China—unless your brand has prepaid them. -By default, your U.S. customers must pay before delivery. -Carriers (DHL, FedEx, USPS) will notify them. -If unpaid, the package won’t get delivered.

I moved to China with 0 cash, no real plan, and barely speaking the language. It turned out to be the best decision of my life. All I knew was that I wanted to bridge the gap for business between the East and West. After years of defeat, I built one of the top global sourcing firms—helping 7-9 figure Ecom brands manufacture products in China. Here’s how it all happened: 🧵👇

Most brands think payment terms are fixed. They’re not. Especially in Q4, it’s all about leverage and how you structure the deal. Factories want deposits up front. Operators with a track record push for tiers: Order 1 = 30% down, Net 30. Order 2 = 30% down, Net 60. Order 3 = no deposit, Net 90+. It’s not overnight. It’s earned. The smartest brands don’t just ask for “better terms.” -They show volume forecasts. -They pre-buy raw materials. -They split POs into staggered shipments. It makes factories comfortable extending credit. In-person visits matter. A founder who sits in the factory office with a clear sales plan gets terms a Zoom call never will. Cash flow wins Q4. If your capital is tied up in deposits instead of ads and inventory, you’re already behind. Reply “Q4 Terms” if you want the exact playbook I’ve used to push factories from 30/70 to net 120.

Fact: Ads can drive traffic, but if your product quality, fulfillment, and customer experience aren’t locked in, you’re just burning money. Strong ecom brands aren’t just consistent in marketing—they’re consistent in sourcing, logistics, and product quality. That’s what keeps customers coming back.

If you need a ROAS of 5 just to stay afloat. Here are 2 tips: 1. Dedicate your time and energy to fix your margins. Or 2. Quit

Ecom isn’t won by the most creative ads or the trendiest products. The brands that scale to 8-figures? They obsess over margins, fulfillment, and supply chain efficiency—the unsexy stuff that actually makes money. Most play the front-end game. The winners master the backend.

Don’t be swayed by glossy brochures! If they won’t show you the production line, it’s probably not a real factory.

Ecom brands think they’re saving money with "cheap" suppliers. Until: -Orders arrive late -Quality drops after 3 months -Returns kill margins -Chargebacks get their accounts shut down If your supplier isn’t consistent, you don’t have a real business. Vet your factories like your brand depends on it—because it does.

What’s the 1 thing that has drastically improved your ecom business?

Most ecom brands obsess about getting new customers but few realize the goldmine in cutting defect rates by just 2-3%.

Just wrapped up some powerful roundtable discussions with top Ecom brands at Elite Mastermind. Huge shoutout to everyone who joined in these convos on sourcing, scaling, and profitability were next level. If you didn’t get a chance to ask something (or want to dive deeper), drop your questions in the comments. Let’s keep it going!

Certification and licensing on AliExpress are shaky at best 🚨 Scaling your business on that foundation? Risky move. Compliance issues can break your growth. ⚖️ Message me to learn smarter sourcing!

You just made your first Million drop shipping. What’s your next move?

Get your supply chain in order before you scale.

The most expensive thing in sourcing isn’t price, it’s bad product. Most founders chase the lowest quote, thinking it’s how you protect margin. But cheap factories don’t stay cheap when you factor in delays, defects, and replacements. I’ve seen brands save pennies per unit only to lose thousands in returns and reputation. A sourcing specialist flips that equation by connecting you to factories where quality control and cost efficiency actually coexist. Here’s the operator playbook: Tap into trusted networks. Specialists work with vetted factories that have already proven consistency and reliability. That’s margin insurance. Leverage relationships. The best factories give better pricing and faster response times to partners they already trust. Specialists open those doors. Negotiate smarter. Local knowledge matters. Specialists know when a quote is inflated, when it’s fair, and when “cheap” means trouble. Value over price. A factory that delivers on time, at spec, and without drama is worth more than one that saves $0.10 but costs you a customer. Scale efficiently. Specialists match capacity to growth so production expands without chaos. The cheapest supplier is rarely the best, but the best supplier often ends up cheapest in the long run. Comment SOURCE and I’ll show you how we find that balance for DTC brands.

Most brands think payment terms are fixed. They’re not. Especially in Q4, it’s all about leverage and how you structure the deal. Factories want deposits up front. Operators with a track record push for tiers: Order 1 = 30% down, Net 30. Order 2 = 30% down, Net 60. Order 3 = no deposit, Net 90+. It’s not overnight. It’s earned. The smartest brands don’t just ask for “better terms.” -They show volume forecasts. -They pre-buy raw materials. -They split POs into staggered shipments. It makes factories comfortable extending credit. In-person visits matter. A founder who sits in the factory office with a clear sales plan gets terms a Zoom call never will. Cash flow wins Q4. If your capital is tied up in deposits instead of ads and inventory, you’re already behind. Reply “Q4 Terms” if you want the exact playbook I’ve used to push factories from 30/70 to net 120.

If you're running an e-commerce, DTC or dropshipping company that ships from China, this is what you need to know about Trump tariff (10%) and removal of $800 de minimis exemption🚨 1) Your customers are now responsible for paying tariffs on orders shipped from China—unless your brand has prepaid them. -By default, your U.S. customers must pay before delivery. -Carriers (DHL, FedEx, USPS) will notify them. -If unpaid, the package won’t get delivered.

I am "Sourcing Team"

I moved to China with 0 cash, no real plan, and barely speaking the language. It turned out to be the best decision of my life. All I knew was that I wanted to bridge the gap for business between the East and West. After years of defeat, I built one of the top global sourcing firms—helping 7-9 figure Ecom brands manufacture products in China. Here’s how it all happened: 🧵👇

Ecom isn’t won by the most creative ads or the trendiest products. The brands that scale to 8-figures? They obsess over margins, fulfillment, and supply chain efficiency—the unsexy stuff that actually makes money. Most play the front-end game. The winners master the backend.

Ecom brands think they’re saving money with "cheap" suppliers. Until: -Orders arrive late -Quality drops after 3 months -Returns kill margins -Chargebacks get their accounts shut down If your supplier isn’t consistent, you don’t have a real business. Vet your factories like your brand depends on it—because it does.

If you need a ROAS of 5 just to stay afloat. Here are 2 tips: 1. Dedicate your time and energy to fix your margins. Or 2. Quit

You just made your first Million drop shipping. What’s your next move?

Fact: Ads can drive traffic, but if your product quality, fulfillment, and customer experience aren’t locked in, you’re just burning money. Strong ecom brands aren’t just consistent in marketing—they’re consistent in sourcing, logistics, and product quality. That’s what keeps customers coming back.

Just wrapped up some powerful roundtable discussions with top Ecom brands at Elite Mastermind. Huge shoutout to everyone who joined in these convos on sourcing, scaling, and profitability were next level. If you didn’t get a chance to ask something (or want to dive deeper), drop your questions in the comments. Let’s keep it going!

Most ecom brands think retention is about loyalty programs & SMS. It’s not. The most powerful retention Strategies: -High-quality products -Accurate marketing -Smart upsells & post-purchase offers Brands that master real retention win long-term.

Don’t be swayed by glossy brochures! If they won’t show you the production line, it’s probably not a real factory.

Defect rates = silent killers of profit. Every 1% you shave off can be the difference between scaling and stalling. 🚀Need clarity? Message me, I’ll explain.

Ecom will never die, it just adapts. Few.

Inconsistent lead times = inventory chaos 📦 If your supplier keeps you guessing, you’re bleeding profits and losing trust. Time to rethink your strategy? 💡Let me help you optimize your supply chain.