Global English promotes better business communication
English is the accepted language of commerce today, but doing business with people who speak it as a second language provides many communication challenges. Paying...
How to Export to Africa
In my interactions with some Australian exporters, I discovered that most do not consider African market in their export plans. Their reasons are largely due to...
IP rights in Latin America
Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing as an ‘international’ or ‘worldwide’ patent, or ‘international trade mark’...
Australian fashion goes global
If the words ‘Australian fashion‘ conjure up images of beachwear and surf brands, your thoughts wouldn’t be far from where our reputation lies...
Using performance bonds
If you rent property, you’ll already be familiar with the concept of a bond, the money you pay upfront as assurance that you won’t destroy the place,...
Generation Global: Business for the Young
Generation Y seem to be born with a global mindset, but what does this entail for international business? Here’s a future view of exporting for Gen X, Y and...
5 types of export insurance
International business is a risk, which is why insurance cover is more important than ever for exporters. Here’s a guide to the five most popular export insurance...
An export wishlist
I have a wishlist for the export sector for 2010. The first is for rain; while not everybody got it — sadly WA experienced terrible fires — lots fell in Queensland...
Where to get export help
Every exporter’s global journey needs some help along the way, whether it’s information, finance, or advice. Fortunately, there are a number of avenues of assistance....
The Challenge of China
China has once again topped the list of Australia’s two-way trading partners, so it’s no surprise that David Thomas, CEO of Think Global Consulting and BRIC...
