Mindset – Hersh’s Asia story with Herschel Patel

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In this episode, we sit down with Hersh, a New Yorker turned Asia-based entrepreneur, to explore his journey from selling on eBay to building businesses across China, the Philippines, and Thailand. Hersh shares his early challenges, breakthrough moments, and insights into managing his diverse ventures, including a kombucha business, a marketing agency, and investments. We also discuss his role in … Read More

Using Meditation and Mindfulness (TLC) to Become a Better Business Person with John Hubble

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GFA394. In this episode, you’ll hear from John Hubble, the founder and creator of TLC, also known as The Living Crystal. He’ll be sharing strategies for improving your business and mindset using meditation and mindfulness techniques. We’ll also touch on John’s journey from the US to Asia, his experience in engineering, and his role as a mindfulness guru. The episode coincides with the launch of TLC on Kickstarter, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/tlc/.

Journey Becoming a Digital Nomad, Ecomm Seller in Asia! with Riley Bennett

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GFA389. Living a life of adventure as a digital nomad, traveling to incredible places like Thailand and Bali has become more popular than ever. In this episode, we hear the story of Riley Bennett, who made this lifestyle his own – he found success on his journey, and now is trying to inspire others with it too! Let’s tune in! For full show notes, check out Globalfromasia.com/digital-nomad/.

Why People are Moving from China to Thailand with Don Wilder

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GFA382. Today we hone in on the migration to Thailand – and bring on the show Don Wilder – a crowdfunding expert and also business partner with Michael on various ecommerce and crowdfunding projects. He moved from China to Thailand before Covid, and we will dig into that story. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/china-to-thailand/.

Relocating Your Digital Nomad Family To Japan (Pros & Cons)

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Japan is a great country for digital nomads. It has one of the best public transportation systems in the world, it’s safe, and clean. English speakers are relatively common and there are plenty of jobs available. With that said, if you’re considering moving your family, then this post will help you understand both the requirements, process, pros, and cons of … Read More

Immigrating to Japan (Options and Insights)

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Japan is one of the most welcoming countries for immigrants in the world. It has an immigrant population that has grown to 1.3 million people, which makes up 2% of its total population. The country has a reputation for being friendly and generous with foreign talent, but there are still some challenges that you will face when immigrating to Japan. … Read More

Registering a Company In Japan For Foreigners

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Japan is one of the most unique countries in the world with their own culture and customs that seem so different from other countries around the world. Some people are drawn to these differences while others are intimidated by them, not knowing where to start when they get there. This is especially the case when registering a company in Japan … Read More

School Options in Japan For Your International Family

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Japan is a beautiful country with so much to offer. The culture, the people, and the food are all top notch. It’s no wonder that Japan has become one of the most popular destinations for expats and foreigners alike. However, when it comes to schooling your children in Japan there are many considerations you should be aware of. Fortunately we … Read More

Building an Art and Music Business as a Filipina In China and Vietnam with Mirasol Aguila

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GFA356. Today’s show is featuring an old friend – Mirasol whom I met in Shenzhen back in 2010 era. She is a talented artist and musician and has been pursuing her passion and dreams of music and art for as long as I’ve known her. She talks about her journey in building her career in Asia. Let’s tune in. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/artist-travels/.

Broken Border and How The Community Has Adjusted with Jan Mendoza

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GFA351. In today’s podcast, we are showcasing upcoming speakers for the Cross Border Matchmaker – which is on Friday May 21 – evening Asia time, afternoon in Europe, and morning in Americas. We will discuss some of the topics, some of the speakers, members, programs, and what to expect. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/brokenborder/.

Kids Are the Future – Initiative to Give Kids Ecomm and Business Experience with Anne Baes

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GFA349. Today’s episode is Global from Asia kids, GFA kids. We are talking about what really matters, the next generation of global business owners. We got a special treat and we are sharing a little bit of a story. Find out how you potentially can be involved. Let’s tune in! For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/gfakids/.

Experiences Venturing in Africa (Yes, Africa) with Marek Zmysłowski

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GFA325. Global from Asia is all about Global business, the concept of cross border, international – and the wild and adventurous stories business people go through venturing through them. Our guest for today is Marek Zmysłowski is from Poland, who first dove into startups and has a venture in Africa. Let’s tune in. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/africa-ventures/.

First Indonesia COVID-19 Case Makes Amazing Moves to Coming Out Stronger – with Ratri Anindyajati

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GFA311. Covid survivor story. Today’s show is a little less business and more about Covid. It’s an interesting story of Ratri and her family as the first COVID cases in Indonesia. Experiencing the nightmare of getting Covid as well as how society treated them. Let’s tune in. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/covid-survivor-story.

Stuck in China, Legal Battle Results with John Graham Harper

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GFA308. We had John on earlier in 2019 about his business deal gone bad and being Stuck in China on episode 247, so definitely listen in to that show if you haven’t already. He has an update on what happened, what he learned, and most important, what he suggests for others on this week’s show. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/stuck-in-china-update.

Leaving Legal to Follow Passion with Laurence Brahm

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GFA304. Today’s show is about following your dreams and pursuing your passion. Ex-lawyer Laurence Brahm left his career to follow what he felt was right and searched for Shangri-La and had quite a journey. Watch and listen to his adventures. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/follow-passion.

Triple Header: # 300, Foreigners Sleeping on Streets of China

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GFA300. Triple header for episode # 300. From talking about my birthday and being quarantined, to going back to sourcing in the midst of this global pandemic and lockdown, and a foreigner’s experience sleeping in the streets of China outside his own Guangzhou apartment complex. All this and more so tune in. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/300th.