How Many AD relationships

[sxdcfv]

I'm working with on AD in NYC. I've had contact in the past from an AD in NJ but never bought from them and they have indicated they want to develop a relationship. Do you think it's better to buy all watches from one AD or with with more than one in terms of getting more desirable pieces down the road?

[Aquaman]

in the usa i believe you can work with as many as you can

[derekhayden]

The market being what it is today if an AD expresses interest to "earn" my business I would take it.

[CamSLC]

I would talk to the AD. Define the relationship. Are they seeing other customers or are you two mutually exclusive. If they're seeing other clients while you're only seeing them that isn't really fair to you. I think you should consider the online route and meet other AD's as well. Plenty of fish in the sea.

Relationships are hard, but communication and setting expectations is key. Have fun and remember to be safe.

[UmichNJ]

Originally Posted by sxdcfv

I'm working with on AD in NYC. I've had contact in the past from an AD in NJ but never bought from them and they have indicated they want to develop a relationship. Do you think it's better to buy all watches from one AD or with with more than one in terms of getting more desirable pieces down the road?

It doesn’t hurt to have a conversation, and I once had an AD that gave me access to a hard to get piece in an effort to win consideration in future purchases. That said, I do try and stay focused now on two ADs.

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by UmichNJ

It doesn’t hurt to have a conversation, and I once had an AD that gave me access to a hard to get piece in an effort to win consideration in future purchases. That said, I do try and stay focused now on two ADs.

What my buddy here said^

[sxdcfv]

Great advice. I think I'm going to work with 2 ADs. I have enough pieces on my 'wish list' that should create solid relationships....hopefully. Thanks.

[martinr]

Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

What my buddy here said^

Agreed. After all it is or should be competitive, the AD is the one that wants your business and that’s how to get it.

[pam66]

Originally Posted by Aquaman

in the usa i believe you can work with as many as you can

and in the UK you have MI-6 after you when you buy from more than one??

[Aquaman]

Originally Posted by pam66

and in the UK you have MI-6 after you when you buy from more than one??

obviously not if they are stock pieces , but if its sort after pieces then all names go to RHONE

[Ichiran]

You can have as many AD relationships you want, if you can sustain a level of spending at these ADs to maintain a relationship beyond just talking about watches to get your desired pieces. :)

Maybe it still works just by having nice watch conversations at the smaller ADs, but there are just too many walk in customers who ask about the Nautilus and Aquanaut. A certain level of financial incentives will bring you closer to your objectives. :)

[GB-man]

Sounds like an ambitious sales person. Take what's offered would be my advice if its enticing.

[Fat_ninja]

Originally Posted by GB-man

Sounds like an ambitious sales person. Take what's offered would be my advice if its enticing.

That was once said to me by Mercedes... and Lexus.

[mzcloud]

One AD is all I need. I have a limited disposable income and hard to diversify.