You've built a great product. The packaging is on point. Your origin story is compelling. You've got a handful of retail leads sitting in your inbox that could change everything — and absolutely zero bandwidth to chase them down the right way. Sound familiar? This is the moment most small brand founders hit a wall. Hiring a full-time, experienced sales rep costs $80,000 to $120,000 a year — before commission, benefits, or onboarding time. That number alone is enough to stall

As brands grow, the instinct is often to build everything internally. But when it comes to sales—especially in complex retail environments like Costco— outsourcing sales  can be a smarter, faster, and lower-risk strategy than hiring in-house teams too early. The goal isn’t to build the biggest team. It’s to build the right capability at the right time. The Hidden Costs of In-House Sales Teams Hiring in-house brings more than salaries. Brands also take on: Recruiting and onboa