Greetings from Yiwu, China – Reflections on Yiwu Sourcing for Amazon FBA with Ino Topalovic

Michael MicheliniEcommerce Series, Podcast3 Comments

GFAE040. Hello from the middle of Mainland China – we are recording live at our Yiwu sourcing Trip. It is a pleasure to bring back Ino on the show from Insight Quality – and discuss about our Yiwu sourcing reflections, how things went with the moka pot sourcing and other items in the past – and how we should do it better this time around. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/ecommerce040.

New Tax Laws for Foreigners in China

Billy BeardBlog, Lifestyle, Living, Taxes0 Comments

China is the world’s largest manufacturer and it has the second largest economy next to the United States. For this reason, China plays an important role in the global economy. Unsurprisingly, many expats relocate to China for business purposes. If you are one of those, it is important to read this blog about China global tax.

Staying Ahead of the Curve with E-Commerce Online Team Leverage with Nathan Hirsch

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Ecommerce, Podcast3 Comments

GFA234. Today’s topic is about building an ecommerce team. Having a good team is critical to the success of a business our guest, Nathan Hirsh, co-founder and CEO of Freeeup a platform to help you find vetted and quality online staff. He and I have a great conversation and I think it will help many people at various stages of their business – ecommerce or not. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode234.

VPN to Access Chinese Websites

Michael MicheliniBlog, Business0 Comments

If you’re Chinese who plans to leave China for a while or for good, the use of VPN will be necessary in order for you to easily access some websites when you’re outside China. VPN simply makes it appear you’re accessing Chinese websites as if you’re in China when you really are no. Read more about VPN for Chinese Websites

What Makes a Successful Amazon FBA Seller?

Michael MicheliniEcommerce Series, Podcast0 Comments

GFAE039. We are back with Ecommerce Gladiator – and it is a pleasure to bring Meir Simhi back on the show. It has been a year since this business launched and you were the inspiration of starting it. We have all learned a lot here and today let’s discuss what has been working and what hasn’t. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/ecommerce039.

How to Setup and Use Mobile Alipay (Zhifubao) in China

Shenyu ShangBlog, Business, Ecommerce4 Comments

Nowadays, mobile payment has turned to be the most popular payment method in China. If you are walking on the street, you may find nearly every stores, markets, restaurants, taxis……even some beggars accept mobile payment as a method of payment. This blog is a guide to using and setting up an account in Alipay.

Alibaba’s Nine Biggest Competitors in Asia

Michael MicheliniBlog, Business, Ecommerce4 Comments

Since the emergence of ecommerce, businesses have gotten a chance to increase their reach to engage with customers beyond their borders. Nowadays, one can do shopping at the press of their fingertips. All the credit for this goes to some of the top online B2B marketplaces in the world one of which is Alibaba currently the biggest and best B2B marketplace in the world. Others are following suit however and are not far behind, find out more about Alibaba competitors.

Top Airbnbs in Hong Kong

Michael MicheliniBlog, Lifestyle, Travel0 Comments

If you want to unwind and give yourself a rewarding vacation, visit Hong Kong and be awed by the shopping and nightlife you have never experienced before. Airbnb Hong Kong offers the best residential and hotels for your wonderful and unforgettable stay. Find out more of Hong Kong tour districts in this blog.

What It Is Like To Start and Run a Chinese Factory with Bryant Zhang

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Manufacturing, Podcast0 Comments

GFA232 + GFAE Bonus Announcement. Welcome to this week’s show, loyal listeners! Today we brought Bryant Zhang, co-founder of Ennoplus factory. They are a manufacturer and designer of solar powered outdoor LED lights. I am inside the factory to do this show, and discuss some insights of how they started and grew so fast. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode232.

Logistics Companies in Hong Kong

Michael MicheliniBlog, Business, Logistics2 Comments

Wanting to learn all about HK logistics companies? There are hundreds of logistics companies in Hong Kong you can choose from, but to help you choose which company best suits you, make sure to take note of these characteristics you need to look for in a logistics company.

Starting Up and Developing a SaaS business with Renaud Anjoran

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Ecommerce, Podcast0 Comments

GFA230. Interested in starting a SaaS business? Then today you are in for a treat! Renaud from Syncontrol, a QC inspection software is on the show and we are talking customers: ‘rabbits’, ‘deers’, ‘elephants’ and the 4 stages: ‘build’, ‘nail’, ‘grow’, ‘milk’, and the slow growth of revenue and the need for financing. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode230.

Journey From a bootstrapped business to a funded software startup in Asia with Chris Rawlings

Michael MicheliniBusiness, Ecommerce, Podcast1 Comment

GFA229. This week we have Chris Rawlings, CEO and Founder of Judo Launch a hot new startup helping Amazon sellers launch their products. We got him on the show today to talk about his journey from a 7 figure Amazon seller to a funded software startup and coming to China. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode229.
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The Story of Neat Hk Developing in Hong Kong to Help the Banking Market with David Rosa and Igor Wos

Michael MicheliniBanking, Corporate, Podcast2 Comments

GFA228. This week’s show we have a hot FinTech startup here – Neat HK – I call them a “bank” but they won’t say they are. They have been working hard on a personal and business financial services solution in HK for years and today we have 2 of the founders on the show to talk about the story and explain their solution more. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode228.

Structure and Optimization: Let’s Talk PPC

Michael MicheliniEcommerce Series, Podcast1 Comment

GFAE035. We are preparing for the main product launch We are thirty five shows deep here at the Global From Asia sub-series Ecommerce Gladiator – and as I type this the moka pot has finally shipped from China. The team nerves are being tested and Cadrian has been studying closely the PPC campaigns. He is using various software and one is Bid X a new kid on the block. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/ecommerce035.

1 Day in Shenzhen: Top Places To Enjoy in Shenzhen

Michael MicheliniBlog, Lifestyle, Travel0 Comments

Shenzhen is bustling metropolis and is also best known as the city right next door to Hong Kong. The city is a tourist haven, offering a diverse range of activities to satisfy whatever kind of adventure you might prefer such as shopping, theme parks, and even beaches. If you want to ditch the usual tour package and want to explore Shenzhen at your own pace, there are tons of places to go and things to do. Here are some destinations that you should not miss during your Shenzhen visit.

Ray Ng of Unipro Consulting limited

Billy BeardBlog, Member's Series0 Comments

This week’s featured member is Ray Ng of Unipro. Ray Ng is a certified public accountant who started his own company from the ground up, armed only with the experience of working in one of Hong Kong’s Big four accounting firms. Unipro Consulting Limited is one of Global from Asia’s business partner. Find out more about Ray Ng and Unipro.