Creating Contact in the Trade (17.34)
Making contacts can be as simple as going through some Google listings or borrowing trade magazine for a jewelry store. Online trade organizations such as Polygon and Rapnet can be invaluable for meeting new suppliers and/or new buyers. In the back of the written part of the course, you will find contact information regarding the major trade organizations, as well as trade magazines and publications, all of which can keep you well informed.
In addition the internet has exploded with new sites related to the diamond and jewelry industry that all free to join. This would include Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Reddit, X, LinkedIn, Pricescope, TicTok, and Ganoskin. Here are some sample links to look into for Facebook:
Facebook:
Jewelry, Jewelry, Jewelry! Buy, Sell, Ship in U.S.
The Vintage And Antique Jewelry Group - buying & selling
Jewelry Store Closing -- Contents for Sale
Pawnbrokers Helping Pawnbrokers
Ganoskin Orchid Jewelry Discussion
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