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You don't need to fly to China to start your business anymore. - Aisha Bengai
Manage episode 472873328 series 3547803
From sourcing products on Alibaba to handling shipping logistics, this episode offers a comprehensive masterclass on creating a successful import business without ever leaving home. Our guest reveals how she built a shipping empire that processes 45,000 packages daily from China.
• Use Alibaba as your primary sourcing platform but avoid the shipping options on the website
• Always chat with suppliers before purchasing to negotiate prices and clarify product details
• Pay through Trade Assurance to protect your money until you receive satisfactory products
• Partner with established shipping agents rather than attempting to handle logistics yourself
• Sell exclusively online to avoid the high costs of physical retail space
• Post consistently on social platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook to build your market
• Take action with imperfect information - you'll learn and adapt along the way
The most valuable knowledge is worthless until you act on it. Start your import business today with whatever resources you currently have.
Support the show
Watch the video episode of this on YouTube - https://linktr.ee/konnectedminds
Chapters
1. You don't need to fly to China to start your business anymore. - Aisha Bengai (00:00:00)
2. Handling 45,000 Packages Daily (00:00:02)
3. Sourcing Products from China Simplified (00:03:33)
4. Using Trade Assurance for Protection (00:10:20)
5. Selling Online vs. Physical Stores (00:17:06)
6. Shipping Fees and Duties Explained (00:21:50)
7. Taking Action on Business Knowledge (00:28:57)
136 episodes
Manage episode 472873328 series 3547803
From sourcing products on Alibaba to handling shipping logistics, this episode offers a comprehensive masterclass on creating a successful import business without ever leaving home. Our guest reveals how she built a shipping empire that processes 45,000 packages daily from China.
• Use Alibaba as your primary sourcing platform but avoid the shipping options on the website
• Always chat with suppliers before purchasing to negotiate prices and clarify product details
• Pay through Trade Assurance to protect your money until you receive satisfactory products
• Partner with established shipping agents rather than attempting to handle logistics yourself
• Sell exclusively online to avoid the high costs of physical retail space
• Post consistently on social platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Facebook to build your market
• Take action with imperfect information - you'll learn and adapt along the way
The most valuable knowledge is worthless until you act on it. Start your import business today with whatever resources you currently have.
Support the show
Watch the video episode of this on YouTube - https://linktr.ee/konnectedminds
Chapters
1. You don't need to fly to China to start your business anymore. - Aisha Bengai (00:00:00)
2. Handling 45,000 Packages Daily (00:00:02)
3. Sourcing Products from China Simplified (00:03:33)
4. Using Trade Assurance for Protection (00:10:20)
5. Selling Online vs. Physical Stores (00:17:06)
6. Shipping Fees and Duties Explained (00:21:50)
7. Taking Action on Business Knowledge (00:28:57)
136 episodes
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