16/06/2017
6 market entry practices specifically for service exports
Service exports come with their own market entry challenges. Here are 6 practices service exporters can use to gain a foothold in a new international market.
Market Entry Strategies
08/06/2017
A short 4 step guide to cultural fluency for exporters
Building trust is often the key to sales success, but how do you build trust when you’re trading across borders and you’re not sure about the rules of the game?
06/06/2017
What did I miss on CETA? Catching up on the most recent information
Here’s an overview of all of the most important information you need to know about CETA since the EU Parliament vote in February, and how you can benefit.
19/05/2017
Avoid awkward cultural faux pas by doing the proper research
Cultural research is essential to help avoid mistakes, and this knowledge provides a solid foundation for getting started in new markets.
01/05/2017
8 secrets to a successful in-market meeting
I’ve been to 40+ countries in my career and created a finely-tuned approach for in-market meeting success. Here are 8 tips to get more out of your meetings!
20/04/2017
Is your next technology project team in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica offers a wealth of opportunities for Canadian exporters. Eight leading-edge technology companies are headed to Canada on a trade mission to help build these relationships.
13/04/2017
Export diversity beyond U.S. is key to long-term profitability for Canadian manufacturers
Even before it was clear that a sentiment of protectionism would inform the new U.S. administration’s trade policy, Canadian manufacturers identified the need to diversify exports beyond America.
04/04/2017
How can Canadian SMEs benefit from free trade agreements anyway?
For all the talk on free trade agreements, it can be hard to find SME-friendly information on how companies can benefit from them.
03/04/2017
My favourite international business travel stories, and what I learned from them
I learned many valuable lessons from my favourite international business travel stories, and wanted pass them on to others.
29/03/2017
Not just a vacation destination – don’t overlook lucrative export opportunities in Costa Rica
Costa Rica may be small in size and population, but it should not be overlooked as business destination. For exporters, there is a wealth of opportunities in Costa Rica.