#343-Self-Manufacturing & Product Sourcing in the USA

  In this podcast episode, I had the honor to have as guest David Schomer of Firing The Man Podcast, an expert in self-manufacturing and product sourcing in the United States. The conversation delves into various aspects of the topic, shedding light on the benefits and challenges of starting self-manufacturing, as well as the advantages of sourcing products locally.   David emphasizes the benefits of sourcing products locally or within the USA, such as supporting domestic industries, reducing shipping costs, and fostering a sense of community and trust.The conversation explores the idea that a hybrid approach, which combines self-manufacturing with selective outsourcing for specific components, can offer the best of both worlds. David provides valuable advice for entrepreneurs and business owners looking to embark on self-manufacturing journeys, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning, cost analysis, and adapting to market changes. This podcast episode with David Schomer provides a comprehensive overview of self-manufacturing and product sourcing within the United States, highlighting the advantages and challenges of these strategies and offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs and business owners. In This Episode: [00:35] David Schomer on the show. [02:35] How did the idea start? [13:40] Community [15:15] Starting a factory, the decision maker. [20:00] How simple/complicated a product to be able to do in manufacturing? [28:30] The minimum. [36:20] Deciding factor. [39:50] Made in the USA. [43:59] How does it cost to start a factory? [49:40] Limitation/considerations of products to produce.   Guest Links and References: Podcast: https://firingtheman.com/ Email: [email protected] of [email protected]   Book Reference: Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki   Links and References: Wizards of Amazon: https://www.wizardsofecom.com/ Wizards of Amazon Courses: https://wizardsofamazon.mykajabi.com/a/27566/x6Kwkz6p Wizards of Amazon Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/South-Florida-FBA/ Wizards of Amazon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WizardsofAmazon/ Wizards of Amazon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wizardsofecom/