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Think years on the ground in China gives you all the answers about sourcing, suppliers, and shipping? Not exactly. After a decade and a half navigating factories, freight, and culture, from PhD studies to designing Nigeria's first portable solar device. Dr. Joshua reveals the lessons even seasoned importers still get wrong, and the quiet mistakes that drain profits before your first shipment e...

Think importing from China is just finding a factory and placing an order? Not exactly. After 10 years on the ground — starting an accidental bikini business with his wife and shipping products back to South Africa every month — Anton learned that one missing document can double your entire bill, one missed deadline can lose you three months, and one cultural misstep can close a supplier's doo...

Are you planning a sourcing trip to China but only have two weeks to get it done? Worried about getting scammed, experiencing massive shipping delays, or committing a cultural faux pas that ruins a deal? 🕒 Chapters & Key Moments 00:00 - Intro: Frank's 11 years of experience in China 02:26 - Overcoming the language barrier & body language 04:42 - Finding your first product and supplier...