How does one get into the diamond industry?

[Acadiamonds]

Recently I''ve been trying to get somewhat into the industry. I''ve been able to do pretty well selling I1-I3 clarity diamonds, which I buy from an Indian contact. I''d like to get more sources however for cheap diamonds. Anyone got any ideas? Thanks.

 

[ladykemma]

this is just my two cents. well, i would bump my quality standards to non enhanced, eye clean diamonds. if I wanted a niche there are people out there like me who like and are searching for eye clean, cape colored diamonds.

since I value education and certification I would invest in a quality gemology course. and all the diamond equipment like standardized colored stones, sarin analyzer, idealscope, and photographic equipment.

edited to add: reputation is everything.