I want to sell

[DJ Colburn]

Howdy y'all!

This may be a better question for the suppliers, but I wasn't sure so I figured I'd start here. I've been vaping for 4 months now, and not only do I love it, I am in love with it. I love my 510, my 801, my Protege. vaping is something I believe in! Ten years of smoking and I haven't had a cigarette since I discovered the wonderful world of vaping. I've even turned 4 of my friends onto vaping. I love it, they love it.

I see the mall kiosks and hear the radio ads and can't help but think to myself that they're doing it all wrong. They're in it for the money, not for the pleasurable experience of vaping. Now, I'm not saying that I'm being completely altruistic here. I'd love to make a little money off spreadin' the love, but I want to spread the love.

What I'm saying is, I've been thinking lately of selling e-cigs. All the standard stuff -- 510's, 801's, 901's maybe (haven't tried 'em yet though). What I'd like to find is a decent wholesaler. I don't quite know how I'd go about it yet. Maybe online like most good suppliers. Maybe get my own mall kiosk, or a small storefront in a stripmall. Heck, I'd be happy with wandering up and down the streets shouting "E-cigs here, get yer e-cigs here!" Like I said, I want to spread the love, and maybe make a buck or two in the process.

So... anybody know where I can get some wholesale vaping supplies?

Peace!

 

[sixstring]

these guys... maybe??

I know nothing about them - just an old link I found.

E-liquid Web Shop CN

 

[316lvm]

Not to rain on your parade - but there is a lot more to selling e-cigs than finding a supplier.

If you truly want to stay in this business, first and foremost, research the feasiability of this venture.

Other than spreading the love, what would you offer that would be any different from someone else?

How long do you plan to stay in business? Where do you see yourself in 5 years with the business? Most businesses fail within the first 5 years.

What would happen if e-cigs and liquids were to be banned? Then what?

If you're still sure, then develop a business plan. Who's your target market? How much to invest, start up costs? Packaging? Shipping and handling? What happens when you expierence a sudden growth? Will you hire help? Payment options? Advertising?

There is a difference between profit and prosperity. Profit is short term. Prosperity is long term.

There are a million other things to consider as well. It makes the difference between being a seller like DinosauerVapes versus the supported ECF sellers.

 

[DJ Colburn]

316lvm, thanks for the rain I'm aware that it's tough stuff. I'm not gonna say I KNOW what's involved, but I know it ain't simple. I'm just doing research. Honestly though, I really do appreciate it.

 

[johncoldbeer]

I started with a small investment and am just a local guy still. But you can really find some reputable places on this forum. The trick (if you can afford it) is to order 50 to 100 kits then the price drops drastically. Then you will have enough stock to sell whole kits as well as replacement parts. But you will get to enjoy the shipping roller coaster from china. The other draw back to this method is diversity of your stock. but just keep is simple. Good luck

 

[JEFFM]

good luck also if you decide to try it. Im where you are, Im an avid vaper and am spreading the word as I can. Especially after learning this is the most honest group of individuals here Ive ever not really met!

 

[nasti]

its kinda rough to make a business plan without knowing where to start.

check on business plan pro. download it, follow step by step. its like the only program that guides you through the process... and all you have to do is answer their questions and the program puts the business plan together.

be warned tho, business decision questions are a real head scratcher.

 

[skydvejam]

I too am going through the whole model of running one of these. Granted I have taken some courses, as well as my wife. We have some capital, but we are still in the researching, stages. You have to have a solid idea of who your target audience is. Are you targeting younger more tech type of people, are you targeting older people who have been smoking longer? With your products, what type of warranty are you going to give? What is the product failure rate with your supplier? Are you going to bench test your inventory?
Granted this is just a few of the decisions that you have to make, and do not forget, to run a business, you need to make money, otherwise what is the point right? If me and my wife do decide to go this route, it will be the first time for her, but not the first time for me. Granted my last one was totally different, window cleaning, great profit margin there, and very little over head, but a little different skill set. Also have you ever been in sales? It is hard, but fun, and you always have to have the bottom line in your mind.
But I can tell you, it is a LOT easier to sell something that you are passionate about then something your trying to make a buck off of.
Anyhow best of luck to you.