How do I Sell Shoes to Diabetic Patients for Profit?

Shoes for diabetic patients give them proper support and help provide better blood flow to avoid amputation and other serious health risks. Through some programs, you can sell these shoes at no cost to yourself, turn a profit and help the diabetic community in return.

Instructions

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  Find an online wholesaler to buy shoes from at a wholesale price or find a diabetic shoe-selling program online like Safe Step. Register as a member at the site of your choice, whether it is an online wholesaler or a selling program, and get started. With a program like Safe Step, members register for free and receive a start-up kit which includes measuring tools, forms, billing methods and sample shoes to show their customers. Whatever program you chose, be sure you have ways to properly fit a client's foot to a shoe and sample shoes to show them.

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  Learn everything there is to know about your products. Learn about the different styles of shoes and how well each shoe works in increasing foot circulation and contributes to increased overall health for diabetics of all ages. Also know a little bit about fashion to know which shoes are more visually appealing than others.

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  Expand your customer base. Work with a local doctor, nursing home, diabetic supply center or treatment facility to network with diabetic patients in order to find customers for your shoes. Ask doctors to give references to their patients about you. Keep in mind that not every patient will have an immediate need for a new pair of shoes. Having patience and friendly persistence will increase your likelihood of selling to customers.

  If you want to, set up a website to sell your shoes on. This provides a way for patients to look through, compare and buy your shoes without leaving their home.

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  Work with the diabetic patients to find the best shoes for their needs, personality and style. Show them the different options available to them, and help them come to a decision on one or two pairs of shoes. Make sure you sell the shoes at a price that is fair, but that will turn a profit to help you support yourself and your family.

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  Collect money from the patient, their insurance company or medicare. Exactly who you bill will depend on the patient's age and insurance policy. Work with the patients to find the most affordable option for them since you will be paid the full price for the shoes anyway.