Here are examples of the worst international business strategies we've seen. • Follow the client -- How many times do we talk to firms that decide to enter a market because their client is doing so? What happens if you lose the client? Does that mean...
Many firms are rushing to get their products and services overseas ‹ giving rise to charlatans who try to take advantage of the situation. Trading companies and consultants materialize that seem to be able to fix anything for you overseas. Here are some telltale signs...
Needed for international market entry: negotiators researchers translators localisers implimentors strategists finace experts tax experts shipping experts HR experts cultural trainers...
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About the time the Soviet Union broke up (1992) every American of Russian heritage decided that they would trade with Russia. Of course, no one seemed to have any money to purchase products, so they offered a "barter deal" or a "consignment deal" The...
The closing of American factories and the rising trade deficit with China isn’t enough. The latest spate of recalls from Chinese toy factories has led to a new era of “China Bashing.” You may remember that a similar term, “Japan Bashing,” was used...
The Colorado Rockies are in the World Series. It’s a time of joy for Rockies’ fans and all of Colorado. While we all can and should enjoy the celebration of our local heroes, think about how other cultures and countries might perceive our enthusiasm. Such...