This question is for dealers that have successfully established a low-key network of people working under them. The specific product doesn't really matter, I'm looking for generalized tips and if you could provide some that'd be great.
I have no idea on how I'm supposed to find reliable mid-level dealers that have no friendship/familial ties to me. I've been making acquaintances with sketchy people at sketchy events, meeting their dealers, buying from said dealers, then offering them some samples to sell, and finally evaluating whether or not I like them.
So far in my attempts, most of the guys turned out to be low-hanging fruit. Reckless, flashy, no consideration for the future, etc. More for the lifestyle than the money.
I get that the best ones are already part of a network, if not near the top themselves, and I could end up treading down the path that gets my teeth kicked in. But is there a way to find some humble guys who'd be willing to make a decent buck that aren't bums?
if you want to build a small, good network, here's what you do.
find a good sales job. not retail, you are constantly being watched and have supervisors. something where people come through often, but maybe in limited quantities, less than 20 or 30 an hour.
after working there for a bit, identify the locals and repeat customers that are younger or seem chill. strike up conversations with these people when you have a bit of freedom to say what you want. then, drop subtle hints about drugs or common drug things, and work your way from there. deal with them after business hours, never in the store.
if your new city is a big one, and you have a good car, get on uber or lyft. when you drive people around, especially people going to clubs or events, you can drop hints that you could get them party favors.
things of this nature. not everyone is cut out for online vending, and building a trustworthy network naturally is extremely beneficial.