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Episode 10: Who’s Your Match? Factory, Maker, Agent, or Mill?
It’s giving… sourcing situationship. Let’s find your perfect production partner—without the red flags. Finding the right production partner is kind of like dating—you’ve got options, everyone talks a good game, and...
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Episode 9: MOQ Drama: When your dream factory wants more units than you can stomach.
You’ve found the perfect factory… until they hit you with a minimum order quantity (MOQ) of 5,000 units. Meanwhile, you’re trying to start with 150. Cue the drama. In this episode, we’re unpacking what MOQs are, why...
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Episode 8: The Woo-Woo We Swear By
In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on the woo-woo tools we actually use in our daily lives and businesses—because sourcing isn’t just about factories and freight. From Tarot spreads to walking...
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Episode 7: Minimums, Margins & MOQ—WTF Does It All Mean?
In this jargon-busting episode of The Sourcing Gals, we break down the terms you’ll hear constantly in sourcing and manufacturing—like MOQ, COGS, IMU, and more—and explain what they really mean. If you’ve ever felt...
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Episode 6: Start Small, Scale Smart: Why Less Is More in the Beginning
In this episode of The Sourcing Gals, we dive into the essential first steps of launching a product-based business—with one big message: you don’t need 10 SKUs, just one great one. We explore why starting small helps...
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Episode 5: Tariffs & Duties — What They Really Mean for Your Product Business
In this episode of The Sourcing Gals, Erin Souder discusses the complexities of tariffs and duties, their impact on product-based businesses, and strategies for managing costs in a changing global trade environment....
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Episode 4: How to Stay Cool (as an Elder Millennial): Navigating Trends in a Fast-Paced Environment
From understanding your audience’s needs to exploring global influences, Erin and Jackie share insider secrets on staying stylish and ahead of the curve. In this episode, they break down how trends evolve based on...
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Episode 3: I Have a Great Idea...Now What?! Your First Steps in Product Development
Have a brilliant product idea but not sure where to start? In this episode, Erin and Jackie break down the essential first steps to turn your inspiration into a market-ready product. Drawing from personal experiences...
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Episode 2: Not Sourcerers… Well, Kind Of! WTF is Product Sourcing Anyway—and Why Would It Be Helpful to My Business?
In this episode, we demystify the world of sourcing—from finding suppliers to creating products that stand out. We’ll dive into why sourcing isn’t sorcery (even though we might wish it were!) and how it can save you...
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Episode 1: A Fitch Path Friendship: Forged Between a Moose and a Maniac
Before we becameThe Sourcing Gals, we survived the ultimate crash course in retail: Abercrombie & Fitch HQ. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on our intense, fast-paced years at A&F—where tight...
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Welcome to The Sourcing Gals Podcast
Ready to turn your product idea into profit? Tune in to our quick teaser episode to meet Erin and Jackie—your guides to sourcing, manufacturing, and scaling your brand. Discover how we’ll help you cut through the...
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