16/04/2019
5 easy ways Canadian exporters can get the TCS advantage
The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) helps Canadian companies connect with global opportunities. How can you start getting the TCS advantage?
in-market visit
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!
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.
10/05/2016
How women in international trade can overcome cultural obstacles to succeed in any global market
Women in international trade can come prepared to deal with anything that comes our way while going into global markets with different cultures.
25/02/2016
Build successful Asian market entry strategies with these 3 tips for SMEs
Asian market entry strategies offer exceptional opportunities for growth. It’s time for your business to take advantage of that.
22/09/2015
3 important assumptions to avoid in emerging markets
Getting it wrong can be extremely expensive, in terms of fines, sanctions and reputation. It can also have long term consequences for opportunities, not just in that country, but in the economic region in general. It’s therefore crucial to do your proper research and navigate these 3 assumptions to avoid in emerging markets.
28/04/2015
How you can use temporary importation tactics to succeed in export sales
There are plenty of reasons why businesses branch out from local to international sales. Expanding your business by taking it to a new market offers a wealth of advantages and opportunities. You can grow sales, balance out seasonal instability, extend the life cycle of your products, and tap into a completely new market. However, making those first inroads in a new market is a significant challenge. So, how do you build trust in your company and your product in a new region?