GFA155. In today’s show, we have Ovey Yeung who will tell us about her experiences after spending a couple years in Hong Kong building a career and sharing and inspiring others how they can make moves in life. If you are thinking of making a big decision in your life and moving to HK, maybe this podcast will give you some inspiration. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode155.
Preparing For Chinese New Year, QC, and Container Management for FBA Shipment
GFA154. This week’s show, we are going to talk about preparing for Chinese New Year with your orders, let’s listen in with Ash Monga. For full show notes, about FBA shipment, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode154.
Rough Year For Hong Kong Business Scene
What is the future for international business? What is the future for Hong Kong business? Today, let’s brainstorm what’s happening in the industry and the rest of the world. If you are a businessman wondering about hong kong business future and international business, read on.
How To Open An International Bank Account
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Are you “going global” and want to “branch out” from your home country and have a “location independent” company and lifestyle? You would need an international bank account (or at least an international friendly one) to be successful and avoid a ton of issues when dealing with a local bank that isn’t sophisticated enough to deal with international business and activity.
Take Action – Be a Speaker At Our Next Cross Border Summit!
Are you an executive in a cross-border e-commerce company? Or an entrepreneur who has grown a sizable cross-border e-commerce company? Want to be a cross border summit speaker? We would love to consider you as a speaker for our upcoming Cross Border Summit in April 2017!
Logistics and E-commerce Conversation Between China and Overseas With Andrew Chan
GFA151. This podcast is a fun conversation about ecommerce expectations. We discussed about logistics, e-commerce and cultural business differences between the international market and the China market. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode151.
How To Get Started With Chinese Cross Border E-Commerce
A lot of friends has been asking me how to get started selling in China. This blog will help people who are aspiring to do business in Asia in just getting their feet wet in the wild world of Chinese business and starting cross border e-commerce.
Expansion of F2C (Factory To Consumer) on Amazon with Oscar Barbarin
GFA150. For this week’s show we have Oscar Barbarin, discussing the history of F2C – or Factory to Consumer and how he and his firm have been working with Chinese factories on selling on Amazon. If you have a business on Amazon and needing insight regarding f2c USA Amazon, you have come to the right page! For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode150.
The Pros and Cons of Living In Guangzhou
Deciding which city in China to base? Considering Guangzhou, the capital of the Guangdong province in the south of China? Then read on my friend! Today we will go through Guangzhou pros and cons of living in this capital city of the China’s southern region!
Managing Chinese Staff, Partners Expectations As a Foreign Entrepreneur with Marcus Maher
GFA149. Today’s topic is an intriguing one – managing Chinese staff as a foreigner. If you are one of those businessmen wondering about how to manage Chinese business partners, investors, and overall business people relations. This podcast is perfect for you to learn more about managing Chinese expectations. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode149.
President Trump and China, Asia Business: Questions Asked
Well, the election is finally over and Donald Trump is the next US president. I have been getting overwhelmed with questions and reading tons of social media – both English social media and Chinese social media. Plus hearing perspectives from my wife on this has been fascinating. Today I’ll just spark some thoughts on what this can mean for people … Read More
What’s a Profit Tax Return & What Do I Need To Do?
Do you own a company in Hong Kong? Having difficulties with company audit? When do you need to file your audit for your Hong Kong company? Here are some insights on common questions especially when it comes to profit tax return.
Considering Selling Your Company, In Hong Kong?
Looking to sell your company in Hong Kong? The procedure is similar to any business location in the world – If you are looking for tips and guidelines when it comes to selling Hong Kong Company, read on!
The Yin Yang of Child and Parents Balancing School and Business in Asia with Hugh Bell
GFA146. Today’s show is about cross culture, cross border relationships and kids. The Yin and the yang of it. We have my friend and mentor Hugh Bell sharing with us today how he does work life balance in Asia. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode146.
The Challenges of Operating A Hong Kong Company
As we talk to clients, many ask what are the downsides of owning a Hong Kong company? Today’s post is a bit opposite of what we talk about here at Global From Asia – as we are “pro Hong Kong” over and over again in various blog posts and podcast. But we want to use today as a time to … Read More
Story of Coming to China and Just Doing it with Rico Ngoma
GFA145. Today’s show we have Rico – my business partner in Enter China community talking about his story of how he made moves, came to China and progressed from English teacher to business owner. If you have plans on going to China for some business endeavor, this would be a good episode for you to read. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode145.
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Amazon Violation Protection & Chinese Seller’s Growth with Cynthia Stine
GFA144. In today’s episode, we have Cynthia Stine who is the go to person for Amazon seller prevention and re-instatement – she will talk all about Amazon Violation Protection, Amazon violation policies and how Chinese sellers have been growing like crazy on the platform, let’s tune in. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode144.
Comparing Shanghai vs Guangzhou, What’s Better For You?
Looking for a city to base in China? Narrowed it down to Guangzhou and Shanghai and looking for some help? This blog will go through my experiences and the differences I have noticed when deciding to base yourself in Guangzhou vs Shanghai City.
Protect Your Amazon Account, Product Reviews Tips & Strategy with Jeff Cohen
GFA143. For this week’s show, we have Jeff Cohen, whom I met at the Chinese Amazon seller conference last August. He shared some of the tactics and evolution of how sellers handle feedback and how you can get your account banned from your Amazon reviews. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode143.
Three Things You Need To Know About China’s Ageing Population
China has already entered ageing society and there is no doubt about that. According to China Bureau of Statistics, 137 million people were above 65 in 2014, which accounts for 10.1% of China’s total population. This was far above the 7% Ageing Society threshold. Sichuan and Chongqing have entered Aged Society with +14% elder’s population. 26 out of the 29 … Read More
Announcement: Our Corporate Services Division Is Merging With Unipro
Exciting days everyone. The corporate services division of Global From Asia (company incorporation, company secretary, accounting) is merging with Unipro Consulting Limited.
Public City Bike: Why Shanghai Trumps Taipei
Shanghai just started to roll out public city bikes by a private company called Mobike. Taipei, on the other hand, has been offering public city bikes (uBike) by Giant since 2009. I have tried the city bike services in both cities, 2015 in Taipei and 2016 in Shanghai, and I believe that Shanghai’s city bike service is a lot more … Read More
Old School Vs Now: How This Hong Kong Agency Has Developed Through Changing Times with Joseph Ng
GFA142. Today, we are back in Hong Kong and have a fun story. I deal with a lot of Hong Kong accountants and CPAs, and one that I have gotten to know a bit is Joseph Ng – we had some great calls and discussions about his firm’s development, changing times in Hong Kong CPA story. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode142.
Doing Fintech? Why You Should Consider Hong Kong
Are you part of a fintech company or looking to get started with one? You may be wondering where in the world you should base your business and operations. Hong Kong is becoming the center of Fintech companies and a hub you shouldn’t ignore. This article gives you tips and explains why you should base fintech in HK. Read more.
Tips for Finding Jobs in China
Looking for a job in China to get you on your way? Many foreigners use a job in China as a gateway to entering the market, building some business relationships, and starting their long term career. Today we will go over some of the more popular jobs in China that foreigners get. Hopefully there are a few that interest you!