Yo Yo! Reader,

This week felt surreal. We pulled off the 5,000 piece deal, everything ran smoother than expected, and for the first time I found myself truly at peace with the chaos. But more than the milestone itself, the lessons behind it are what matter most.

BUT FIRST a couple of callouts!

• Last Newsletter can be read here​
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BACKPACKS 4 VIC KIDS $20,000 Fundraiser:

• IS LIVE
• $7,000 in prizes to win - see some of the prizes here
• Check it out here: https://www.mycause.com.au/page/375402/b4vks-clfurlong-c4kic-20k-fundraiser​
• This week we have a a DnD Bundle and a Pokemon Cross Stitch valued at $250
• $3,123 of $20,000 | 15.6% Complete
• Only $5 to get involved

WHATNOT SHOW #008

• Get $15 here to shop in my stream: https://whatnot.com/invite/clfurlong​
• We have a CHARITY auction on WN this week: https://www.whatnot.com/live/8a36543f-4f5b-43cb-a23e-7afa31327e71​

✨ Lessons from the week

This week we secured a deal of a lifetime at least in my reselling journey. Something I had dreamed of, expected would one day come, and yet when it arrived, it almost felt like it came out of nowhere.

But of course, it didn’t.

The Backstory

Big opportunities rarely drop in your lap they’re built through consistent action. This deal was only possible because of:

• Relationships: Sourcing isn’t just about stock it’s about people.
• Problem-Solving: Meeting a supplier’s need in the moment opened the door.
• Reps: Consistency builds knowledge and trust over time.
• Leverage: Being a great customer with a proven track record gave me the edge.

It also mattered that what I was buying fit my model aligned with what I sell today and where I want to position the business tomorrow. That confidence only came from years of experience.

Outside of this, the week has been a week of many lessons:

1. Input vs Output = Momentum Matters​
When your systems and team can handle more throughput without breaking, growth feels natural not stressful. Big wins are less about “more stuff” and more about the flow of how it all moves through.

2. Delegation isn’t one-and-done.​
Every time I hand something off, I realize there’s still more I need to release. This week reminded me that bottlenecks don’t disappear by accident you have to keep letting go. I will be focusing on more of this next week. (this week).

3. The team creates compounding wins.​
From Dion stepping into the process, to the crew handling chaos with ease, it’s clear: when the right people thrive, the business thrives too!

4. Fast cycles beat perfect planning.​
We bought, prepped, and turned around items in less than a week. That speed didn’t just generate profit it created cash flow! Action creates clarity, not the other way around.

5. Growth comes with new problems but that’s the point.​
Yes, there are still systems to refine, analyses to run, and pricing puzzles to solve. But those “problems” are signs you’ve graduated to a new level.

Sometimes the biggest breakthroughs come with the least drama. When you’ve put in the reps systems, delegation, trust the “big scary leap” starts to feel less like chaos and more like calm momentum.

Ask yourself this week:
👉 Where are you still the bottleneck?
👉 What could you release that would free energy for bigger opportunities?

Business Snapshot for 2025 (currently):

We are in the final week of August, this is where we make the profit. Expenses all covered, now we SELL SELL SELL.

Content

Latest Content:

• Podcast: EP. 226 - Stop Avoiding the Work That Will Change Everything | Further Your Lifestyle Podcast​
• Video Podcast: watch here​
• Latest Video: a deal of a lifetime​
• New Content called "Get Wired": Reseller Scorecard​

Closing thoughts

I hope to see you around via my Youtube, my Instagram or maybe even in person!

Thanks!

Chris Furlong // say hello@clfurlong.com

LINKS & AFFILIATES:

AMEX:

I recently got the American Express® Business Platinum Card to ease my cash flow - not saying it’s a must-have, but if you’re considering, definitely worth a peek! (Not financial advice.) If you are curious or looking for one, reach out as I can send you a referral for some bonus points.

PEOPLE:

• Ethan 'Rooshock' aka a wiz bang Accountant! watch this​
• Connect with Ethan and Get a free Reseller Cash Expense tracker here​

📊 Reseller Spreadsheet:

• ​Click here, to see the VIP offer for you as one of my biggest supports.
• Watch the DEMO, live with Ethan Rooshock
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