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Don’t panic, optimize. In this episode of Lunch With Norm, we sit down with Lyden Smithers, the President and Co-founder of Titan Network, to reveal the "China Playbook" used by 9-figure sellers to combat rising costs.
Lyden oversees over $100 million in annual sales and shares deep insights into global sourcing, supply chain optimization, and manufacturing partnerships. Instead of simply raising prices, learn how to reverse-engineer your production lines, negotiate 90-day payment terms, and master the art of "Guanxi" (face-to-face relationships) to unlock massive profitability.
From navigating the Canton Fair to avoiding costly packaging mistakes, this episode is a masterclass in staying profitable during uncertain economic times.
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00:00 - Introduction: Lyden Smithers and the Titan Network ($100M+ in sales)
03:15 -Don't Panic
06:30 - The "Gray Area"
09:45 - Cost Engineering
14:20 - Extended Payment Terms
19:00 - "Circle of Life" Inventory Strategy
23:00 - Face-to-face meetings
28:40 - Cultural etiquette
32:15 - The Canton Fair
37:50 - Common sourcing mistakes
41:00 - Amazon Prep changes
💡 Key Takeaways:
Supply Chain Engineering: How to work with your factory to reduce material waste and optimize packaging to offset tariff costs.
Payment Terms: Stop using cash flow for inventory. Learn the strategy to negotiate 90-day terms so you can launch more products.
The Power of Canton Fair: Why serious buyers go to China to vet factories, check quality, and secure deals you can't get online.
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