Category: Small Business
When You Present Importing as Too Easy…
Doing it right, really isn’t that easy. Especially if you don’t have experience....
Why New Amazon FBA Sellers Should QC Their Shipments
Amazon FBA sellers are the new wave of quick inquiries to China’s vendors. FBA is of course...
6 Points of Contention in Overseas Manufacturing for Smaller Buyers
In your China and overseas manufacturing, there are certain aspects that you have to contend with....
Ways to Break Out of the Comfort Zone
I’ve declared war on this deceptive thing. It’s a region that calls out with the sweetest of siren...
Ode to the Fax Machine or Don’t Neglect Small Beginnings
When I started my business career, the fax machine was still a big tool. We probably used the fax...
Harvest in the Air
There’s harvest in the air… 🍁 It’s funny how the internet creates a flat...
Steps Towards Changing Your Business
Here are some practical steps towards changing your business. This is in the spirit of the last...
6 Ways to Make Low Quantity Orders Smoother
In continuation to my last post, spotlighting the dangers of low quantity orders in China...
Dangers of Low Quantity Orders in China Manufacturing
This post spotlights 5 dangers that come with low quantity orders in China manufacturing. Low...
5 Ways to Introduce Yourself to Establish New Supplier Relationships
Too often, when attempting to gather quotes and establish new supplier relationships, potential...
About Jacob
For 18 years, I’ve worked in China manufacturing. This blog is to help new buyers or seasoned importers better understand overseas suppliers, their culture, the manufacturing processes and logistics. I lived in China from '01 to '12 and now on the Carolina coast. Currently I work in product development and supply chain improvements for Sofeast.
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