In this episode, Ron McKeefery sits down with Dale Calvert – @CMGSportsCardInvestments – to talk about building repeatable systems in the sports card hobby. From buying lots and selling singles, to alternative grading strategies, to leveraging iconic cards that stop people in their tracks, Dale shares how to treat cards like a real business.They also dive into customer loyalty, documenting the journey for future generations, and why failing forward is the key to long-term success.If you’re ready to move beyond hype and build a sustainable sports card business, this episode is for you.🎧 Listen & Subscribe for more episodes of the 1000 Card Project Podcast!⸻📌 Chapters00:00 Introduction to the Sports Card Journey02:57 The Evolution of Sports Cards and Collectibles05:55 Strategies for Success in the Sports Card Market08:57 Building a Business Around Sports Cards11:45 Buying Lots and Selling Singles: A Profitable Strategy14:43 Creating Value and Customer Loyalty17:39 Balancing Passion and Profit in the Card Business20:56 Strategic Card Placement for Sales Success22:47 Building a Collector’s List23:55 Alternative Grading Strategies26:38 Documenting the Entrepreneurial Journey28:39 The Thousand Card Project30:00 Scaling Up Card Investments32:11 Identifying Iconic Cards for Investment34:36 Leveraging Market Trends36:38 Creating Educational Content and Courses⸻💡 Key Takeaways • Create repeatable systems for success in trading. • Building customer relationships is crucial for long-term growth. • Treat the card business like a real business. • Alternative grading opens new markets. • Buying lots & selling singles = steady profits. • Iconic cards drive sales and stop buyers in their tracks. • Documenting the journey helps others learn and grow.⸻🔑 Keywords#1000CardProject #SportsCards #CardCollecting #SportsCardPodcast #CardFlipping #BusinessSystems #Entrepreneurship #MarketTrends #GradingEbay Store: https://www.ebay.com/str/onethousandtruecardsCollX: Search - 1000 Card Project (@Admin1000CardProject)* Let me know when you join, I want to be your first customer. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1000CardProjectInstagram & TikTok: @1KCardProject Card Dealer Pro: https://v2-carddealerpro.cello.so/Jjhyy9arVzh* Joining with my code gets you an additional 500 scans and me as well. Mailing Supplies:Penny Sleeves - https://amzn.to/4ktWE63Top Loaders - https://amzn.to/3D8o3cD Card Savers - https://amzn.to/3Xj6E86Team Bags - https://amzn.to/4gWRts4Tape - https://amzn.to/4gT16IoTape Dispenser - https://amzn.to/4bgqDdbEnvelopes - https://amzn.to/3EVzRj2