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2021 Singles Day – Is the Shopping Festival starting to lose its’ shine?

Last Updated: on 05/12/202118/11/2021by Kathryn8 Comments on 2021 Singles Day – Is the Shopping Festival starting to lose its’ shine?
2021 Singles Day Alibaba

For the last 13 years since it’s inauguration, Double 11 (11.11) has been a kind of barometer to show how China’s e-commerce market has been …

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13 Holiday Gift Ideas for Female International Business Travellers in 2021

Last Updated: on 21/01/202210/11/2021by Kathryn3 Comments on 13 Holiday Gift Ideas for Female International Business Travellers in 2021

Whilst it may seem like every woman and her dog are publishing gift idea articles at this time of year, I know how difficult it …

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The Power of Checklists in International Business: Shipment Documentation

Last Updated: on 19/05/202204/11/2021by Kathryn3 Comments on The Power of Checklists in International Business: Shipment Documentation
Checklists in International Business

These days it seems that wherever you look online, you are being told to increase your personal productivity by stacking habits or increase your business …

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Exhibiting at International Trade Fairs: Timelines & Budgets Part 5

Last Updated: on 01/12/202128/10/2021by Kathryn5 Comments on Exhibiting at International Trade Fairs: Timelines & Budgets Part 5
Setting Budgets

Timelines and budgets for international trade shows are such a key element of success that they warrant a post all of their own. Exhibiting at …

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After the event: Following up on International Trade Fairs – Part 4

Last Updated: on 23/11/202121/10/2021by Kathryn4 Comments on After the event: Following up on International Trade Fairs – Part 4
expo 2010 Shanghai

You’ve had all the excitement of an intensive week at an overseas trade show so you’re looking forward to a few days rest? Well, actually …

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Exhibiting at International Trade Fairs: The Show Itself – Part 3

Last Updated: on 24/02/202214/10/2021by Kathryn4 Comments on Exhibiting at International Trade Fairs: The Show Itself – Part 3
Exhibiting at International Trade Fairs

Exhibiting at International Trade Fairs is not only a great way to boost your international presence and meet new (& existing) partners but is also …

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Think about Details when Preparing for International Trade Fairs – Part 2

Last Updated: on 24/02/202207/10/2021by Kathryn4 Comments on Think about Details when Preparing for International Trade Fairs – Part 2
Entrance to Expo Centre Lisbon

Preparing for International trade fairs can be extremely complicated and you are unlikely to get it 100% right the first time. That’s why I decided …

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Tips on Preparing for International Trade Fairs – Part 1

Last Updated: on 07/11/202130/09/2021by Kathryn4 Comments on Tips on Preparing for International Trade Fairs – Part 1
Brno Exhibition centre

If you are looking at expanding your business internationally, then international trade fairs (or international trade shows as they are called in the US) offer …

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A Short Guide to Navigating the New China Data Privacy Laws

Last Updated: on 10/06/202223/09/2021by Kathryn12 Comments on A Short Guide to Navigating the New China Data Privacy Laws
Data Security

I’ve seen a lot of discussions in the last few weeks – some of them actually really rather negative – about the new China data …

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Entering the Korean Market by selling on Coupang Global Marketplace

Last Updated: on 12/05/202216/09/2021by Kathryn5 Comments on Entering the Korean Market by selling on Coupang Global Marketplace
coupang in South Korea

“Coupang? Who on earth is Coupang?” I can hear you ask. Well, if you combined Amazon’s e-commerce capability, Instacart’s shopping capability, and the food service …

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