In this time of pandemic, almost everybody is going into e-commerce. It’s a huge shift pushing everybody to online purchasing. But then, the logistics is still kind of old-fashioned and it’s really time to catch up to the demands. In this episode, we visited the office of Forest Shipping here in Shenzhen, China and talked to Forest Zhang and Diane … Read More
Hong Kong Startup Ecosystem Developments + Entrepreneur Adapting with James Kwan
GFA347. Today, we are talking to James Kwan, partner at jumpstart and we are talking about changes and adaptations of businesses and life, a little bit Hong Kong, and globally. It is a really fascinating conversation today so let’s tune in. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/jumpstart/.
Experience Building an Ecommerce Brand with Peter Luxenburg
GFA341. In today’s episode is a little case study and a good one. We are getting some insights from a good friend of mine – Peter Luxenburg, about getting into Amazon, exiting and finding your funding. Let’s tune in. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/brand-building/.
Post Pandemic Amazon World With Howard Thai
GFA312. We have a cool show for you today with Howard Thai, a professor of Amazon and we will be talking about post pandemic Amazon world. A lot has been happening in ecommerce and Amazon with the Covid19 pandemic and Howard will be giving his insights of what he is seeing with big sellers and different categories. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/post-pandemic-amazon-world.
Making Business Sense of The National Security Law in Hong Kong with Tariq Dennison
GFA310. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about national security law in Hong Kong with out guest today, Tariq who I met many years ago in the Hong Kong scene and we reconnected. We try to not to get political and more business positioning and what you should do. Tariq is very knowledgeable in the whole financial business world in America and Hong Kong. Let us tune in as he shares some practical insights as a business owner. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/national-security.
Money in the Longtail, Adding 40,000 SKUs in 2 years with Mike Hartman
GFA274. Maximizing profits is the theme in today’s show with Mike Hartman, Managing Partner of Innoventic and a speaker in the upcoming Cross Border Summit sharing his insights on how to scale tens of thousands of products in Amazon and Shopify, how to make money, diversify and a lot more! For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode274.
Bypassing US Tariffs Via Hong Kong
We discussed several times, the rising tariffs being imposed by the two countries on goods exported from and imported into between these countries. Entrepreneurs have become creative in their effort to cushion the effects of the rising costs of goods. In this post, we will take a look at another legal loophole that got companies heading for Hong Kong.
Alternatives To Hong Kong Business
The rounds of protests in Hong Kong that have been running for almost three months now is gradually crippling the business sector. This shopping mecca and global financial hub has suddenly found itself struggling to maintain its position economy-wise. But we have gathered the 5 countries that topped the list of alternative markets.
Is It Still Safe To Do Business in/with Hong Kong? (Plus Mike’s Journey)
GFA269. is Hong Kong still safe for business? So this is another show that’s tricky and I try to get certain people on the show. Today, we have Chris Thomas from The Australian Seller Show. He’s been a longtime supporter of Global From Asia and is here to talk about the future of Hong Kong business. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode269.
Hong Kong Protests + Business (Do I Shut ‘er Down?)
We have been receiving quite a lot of questions from clients (through our joint venture at Unipro Consulting Limited) and our audience, and want to discuss the logic about keeping or closing your Hong Kong company due to this. I think we need to look at it in a few different angles, and I have been seeing it and hearing … Read More
Hong Kong Tears: On The Ground Recap of What’s Happening with Chris Moore
GFA259. While we talk about and focus on business – Amazon FBA, ecommerce, cross border trade, business – what is happening in Hong Kong is a historic event and relevant to the future of business there. When I saw my friend Chris Moore proudly share on his Facebook that he was tear gassed – I knew we had our guest. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode259.
How To Do An ICO (What Is It & How to Make It)
ICO stands for Initial Coin Offering, it’s a new phenomenon that started about 5 years ago that is gradually reconstructing and revolutionizing the traditional financial system of shares, stocks and trade. ICO means raising money, either cryptocurrency or traditional fiat currency, to get a specific project funded – usually to create a new create a new cryptocurrency other than the blockbuster coins like Bitcoin and Ethereum.
The Final Episode of E-commerce Gladiator
GFAE045. Ecommerce Final Episode. This is the last episode of the Ecommerce Gladiator Series here at Global From Asia. The Amazon business is going along fine, there are some changes underway here at Global From Asia and we want to take this time on the last episode of the series to give a rundown of how it started and how it is now. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/ecommerce045.
What is a Reseller License in USA and Do I need it?
To help you grow your business, find out if you need a USA Reseller License. A Reseller License or Certificate is a document that enables you to buy items in bulk or wholesale without having to pay for the local sales tax. Instead, you resell these items and your customers pay the tax when they buy your products.
1 on 1 Discussion – Strategies Between A Hong Kong and China Company Structure
GFA238. Tips on structuring a business. Today’s podcast is just “me”. I had the pleasure to speak at China Mike’s (no not me!) Sourcing meetup in Chiang Mai, Thailand on the topic of setting up and structuring your Hong Kong and Mainland China business. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/episode238.
Optimizing PPC Campaign For Our Amazon FBA Business with Brent Zahradnik
GFAE043. This edition of Global From Asia’s E-commerce Gladiator, we are recording in Bangkok, Thailand. Brent Zahradnik founder of AMZ Pathfinder, a PPC agency focused on Amazon Europe comes on the show with Mike and Marc. Let’s talk about Optimizing PPC campaign. For full show notes, check out GlobalFromAsia.com/ecommerce043.
Join The FBA Business Partners Talking Shop & The Future with Marc Roca
GFAE042. Today’s podcast we have Marc Roca – his first time to join in the call as fba business partner.
We discussed Amazon PPC, building a brand vs selling on Amazon, product selection strategy, Q4 thought process and thinking about Chinese new year and new production orders for 2019.
What Makes a Successful Amazon FBA Seller?
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.
Top 7 International Schools In Hong Kong
Moving into a different country can be tough, especially for parents. You have to quickly adjust to a new environment, a new job, and taking your kids to a new school. Undeniably, Hong Kong is one of the countries that is excellent in producing successful individuals that are capable of conquering any work environment. There are lots of HK international schools that you could choose from, find out what they are.
Top Airbnbs in Hong Kong
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.
GFA Rise Meetup 2018 Recap: Running an Amazon FBA Business from Asia
We had some great speakers at our second annual Rise Conference Global From Asia meetup. This was a great chance to bring together other cross border ecommerce enthusiasts who are in town for the massive Rise Conference.
The Story of Neat Hk Developing in Hong Kong to Help the Banking Market with David Rosa and Igor Wos
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
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.
Growing & Scaling Your Asia Business Operations (After Incorporation)
This is a blog about Asia Operations. There are tons of guides on how to open a Hong Kong company but not many on what to do after you’re all setup. Banks, money flow, invoices, customer handling, today we will give some important tasks you should do once you establish your business. While we’re focusing on Hong Kong in the guide, this can be for your company anywhere in the world.
What Is Up?! A Lot Is Cooking at Global From Asia
Summer2018 is approaching and as Global From Asia approaches its fifth birthday, a ton of new initiatives have been coming out of the R&D department. While we have been inundating you with blogs and emails as they come out – thought today I would reflect and share those initiatives in a blog post. Let’s list them out here – and then it is your turn to tell us if we are crazy or not.