Explore every episode of the podcast Made in China Podcast: International Business | Crowdfunding | Entrepreneurship
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| Ep 252 - Sourcing With Seven-Figure Seller | 17 Apr 2023 | 00:56:55 | |
Interesting one on one with SourceFindAsia CEO Rico Ngoma and Gary Huang - Founder of 80/20 Sourcing and the 7 Figure Seller Summit. Gary has helped thousands of e-commerce entrepreneurs save time and money sourcing product from China and scale their businesses. He talks about selling online on Amazon, eBay, etc., but most specially the 7 Figure Seller Summit which you wouldn’t want to miss. Check out this video to find out why. | |||
| Ep 251 - What Is Up With Rico | 13 Mar 2023 | 00:38:05 | |
In this episode, Rico shares with us what happened with his company last year and plans for 2023. Rico will take us through his company's accomplishments in 2022 and give us insights into his company's vision for 2023, including new projects and initiatives they plan to undertake. In the Q&A portion, Rico will answer questions from our listeners: Difference between Western New Year and Chinese New Year the people do not know. Percentage of clients that recommend SFA’s services How long will it take for SFA to become familiar with a client’s account to take over the function Which of Rico’s businesses he enjoys and would keep Rico’s profession if he were not an entrepreneur Whether you're a business owner looking to manufacture your products in China or simply curious about the Chinese manufacturing industry, this episode is for you. Join us as we delve into the world of Chinese manufacturing with Rico Ngoma on the Made in China Podcast. | |||
| EP 242 - What Ex Employees Learnt From SFA Part 4 | 18 Sep 2022 | 00:42:50 | |
DESCRIPTION Rico talks to former employees, Luc and Vincent. They look back at their SFA days and how are they now. POINTS OF DISCUSSION Blockchain in Africa Frustrations in doing business in developing countries Living in different countries Why the Philippines is interesting to live in? Productivity in remote work Work from home or rent an office? Business milestones during the pandemic Changes in Rico’s work-life balance Dealing with burnout | |||
| EP 152 COVID-19 with Alan Scanlan | 04 Jun 2020 | 00:44:30 | |
In this video, Rico and ChinaMike enlist their good friend, Alan Scanlan of Newlands Sourcing. They discuss what it’s like to be in Hong Kong as a foreigner with tight health protocols from the government. An interesting exchange they have is how they look forward to emerging small businesses and how people get creative on business ideas. Some important points: Wearing masks in HK is a big deal to locals, Coronavirus in HK compared to other countries COVID-19 symptoms and friends that they know who got sick, Tracking Bands for monitoring in HK, Contact Tracing on other countries Breaking Quarantine Protocols in HK, Alan jumping in Medical Supplies business, Factories jumping into producing masks Pivoting the business to address the demand, the sense of security that SFA provides to our clients Health Protocols that companies are complying, Flexible work arrangements in HK, Medical Supplies situation in Ireland No new standards when exporting products to Europe, Denmark inspection issues for personal shipments Unrealistic Standards imposed to meet some requirements in exporting, customers that buy the Medical Supplies are not expert of the products, filtering business leads Business in general in terms of sourcing, Medical Supplies business as a safety net Getting creative and coming up with a business idea during a crisis, emerging businesses online starting from homes, the “New Normal” after the pandemic | |||
| EP 151 - Mike Michelini on Life, Coronavirus and Brand Pivoting | 30 May 2020 | 00:44:50 | |
In this episode, Rico sits down with one of his good friends, Michael Michelini, as they talk about building an online presence on social media and Mike starting a 3-month program on how to navigate business during the pandemic. They also had a funny exchange of the stigma if you’re a foreigner that has travel history from China. They also talk about how the pandemic affected Mike, personally. Some important points: Mike talks about Alpha Rock Capital, Getting verified pages on Social Media, Becoming a Public Figure Mike on “Coronavirus Coaching” 3-month Program, Navigating factory difficulties during the pandemic What would SFA do if factories don’t re-open in May, working with part-time employees in China Residency situations in other countries as a foreigner, being away from the family with a crucial situation Quarantine situations in China, Media and Customs in China, being stuck in the Philippines After the pandemic, what to consider/think moving forward in the following years | |||
| EP 150 - COVID-19 Our Operations Manager in China Talks About Medical Supply Madness | 21 May 2020 | 00:19:54 | |
In this episode, Rico and ChinaMike catch you up with the COVID-19 transactions they face at this point. With them is their most trusted Operations Manager, Immigen Lam. They discuss how crazy it was when they got back to business since February’s lockdown in China and how this crisis gave them growth. Topics: Getting back to business in China, foreign trade companies selling masks, and Chinese government policies Profitable Mask Business The Challenges of people not able to understand Foreign Trade and Sourcing Process Difficulties in this line of business during a crisis, best practices for shipping goods in this pandemic SFA Growth, Working with people on different timezones, Remote work as a normal working set up for SFA | |||
| Ep 149 - COVID-19 - Taking Control of the Entire Supply Chain | 14 May 2020 | 00:25:58 | |
In a previous video, Rico talks about navigating the madness in import-export policies. In this episode, Rico and ChinaMike catch you up with the climate of shipping medical supplies. They discuss the challenges they face in this line of business and how they felt doing this for weeks but it felt like a month — must be the quarantine, boys. Some important points: Difference between US and Europe requirements Factory climate, their current capacity, and certifications US Customs, holding shipments, and taxes Client’s trust and processing orders Shipping best practices | |||
| Ep 148 - Ethical Sourcing of Protective Medical Supplies with Alex Avanth | 07 May 2020 | 00:18:39 | |
The COVID-19 crisIs has created a huge shortage of protective supplies all over the world which has lead to panic buying by inexperienced buyers, who are unfamiliar with the Asian market and unable to identify the red flags that can occur during deals. Rico Ngoma tries to clarify some of the ethical questions that arise when sourcing goods to supply people in need, the dilemma of profiting off a crisis, and how to add a social agenda when potentially profiting. Below you find some highlighted minutes for you to navigate the interview. Watch the video if you are curious about the sourcing process behind the protective supplies that are necessary to fight the pandemic. Some important points: Source Find Asia’s product focus on this crisis Importance of ‘guan xi’, keeping promises and building trust Shortage of protective supplies The ethical questions arising when ‘profiting’ on a crises Transparency in the supply chain Questions regarding the work conditions in the factories supplying the goods How to get in contact and setting up sourcing channels | |||
| Ep 147 - Quarantine Diary with Nick Nerov | 01 May 2020 | 01:04:53 | |
In this episode, Rico and Nick launched an episode straight from their cozy couch of their apartment. An apartment that misses some fixtures, like literally. They talk about their lockdown experiences on day 17 of their quarantine, business climates from sourcing and manufacturing standpoint, routines for quarantine, and cheers for the positivity. Some important points: - Coming to the Philippines - How Coronavirus Affected Businesses - Manufacturing Climate - Lockdown in the Philippines - Living in BGC, Taguig - Crisis Opportunist in this COVID-19 Pandemic - Routines to keep you motivated in quarantine | |||
| Ep 146 - Coronavirus, Remote Work and Expanding Out of China with Andy Church | 23 Apr 2020 | 01:08:54 | |
In this episode, Rico calls one of his mentors, Andy Church. It has been two years since Andy has been in this podcast. This episode reunites them as Rico jots down notes from his sensei as they talk about working remotely, past experiences, Coronavirus, expanding out of China and more. Topics: Remote Work, going 100% remote Importance of getting the work done Business in Southeast Asia countries other than China Challenges on lacking knowledge of the industry Andy’s experience in Southeast Asian Countries Establishing a relationship with a client and factories Expansion outside of China Strategic Partnerships in strategic places | |||
| Ep 145 - COVID-19: Medical Supplies Sourcing - Competitors turned Partners with ChinaMike | 16 Apr 2020 | 00:54:44 | |
In this episode, Rico and Mike talk about getting involved on the demand of Protective Medical supplies on a global scale. They both recognize the following: the importance of helping people, putting up content to educate people, the process and some forecasts. In this podcast, Rico and ChinaMike talk about: Helping people and getting involved Orders of Medical Supplies SFA handles The vetting process of the factories Restrictions implemented to the factories by the Chinese Gov’t Transparency in Sourcing, the rapid changes of quotations Educating everybody involved in sourcing and factories Qingming Festival, Price Hikes Updates, Business Climate for the next 2 weeks | |||
| Ep 144 - COVID-19: Sourcing Updates and Forecasts | 10 Apr 2020 | 00:54:44 | |
In this episode, Rico and Mike talk about getting involved in the demand of Protective Medical supplies on a global scale. They both recognize the following: the importance of helping people, putting up content to educate people, the process and some forecasts. Topics: Helping people and getting involved Orders of Medical Supplies SFA handles The vetting process of the factories Restrictions implemented to the factories by the Chinese government Transparency in sourcing, the rapid changes of quotations Educating everybody involved in sourcing and factories Qingming Festival, Price Hikes Updates, Business Climate for the next 2 weeks | |||
| Ep 143 - Covid-19: Sourcing Emergency Medical Supplies with ChinaMike | 02 Apr 2020 | 00:32:00 | |
In this episode, Rico interviews David Abusiewiez of Alpha Rock Capital. David shares his journey of leaving the US to start a company in the Philippines. Topics include: Leaving the comfort zone to start the Asian adventure Profile of western entrepreneurs in Manila. What it’s like living in the Philippines? How Alpha Rock started Best moments living in the Philippines | |||
| EP 241 - What Ex Employees Learnt From SFA Part 3 | 05 Sep 2022 | 00:42:25 | |
DESCRIPTION Rico talks to former employees, Lucy and Vincent. They look back at their SFA days and how are they now. POINTS OF DISCUSSION Pros and Cons of living in 2 different countries as a kid On Relationships: finding someone with the same mindset Starting a company and Investments Love-Hate relationship with China SFA customer base Digital Assets Marketing Shift Expanding to the Philippines Rico talks about personal long term plans | |||
| Ep 142 - Dropping Corporate NY for Amazon FBA in Manila w/ David Abusiewiez of Alpha Rock Capital | 26 Mar 2020 | 00:58:48 | |
In this episode, Rico interviews David Abusiewiez of Alpha Rock Capital. David shares his journey of leaving the US to start a company in the Philippines. Topics include: Leaving the comfort zone to start the Asian adventure Profile of western entrepreneurs in Manila. What it’s like living in the Philippines? How Alpha Rock started Best moments living in the Philippines | |||
| Ep 141 - How the Corona Virus is Affecting Business in China (UPDATE) | 20 Mar 2020 | 01:08:07 | |
In this episode, Rico talks about a number of business updates, with focus on manufacturing companies in China being affected by the spreading coronavirus. Topics include: Changes in China’s manufacturing sector in the past few weeks Effects of the shutdown to both suppliers and clients China’s current business climate: pros and cons Personal travel status going to and from China | |||
| Ep 140 - 2019 Goals vs 2020 Goals | 13 Mar 2020 | 01:08:07 | |
In this episode, Rico and Mike review their 2019 goals and share another set of goals for the brand new year. Topics include: Rico’s 2019 Goals Achieve 20% increase in sales, 7% profitability. Reach five-figure revenue from YouTube ads. Interview someone with 10k followers Revamp the website Organise a meet-up Stay in the Philippines for two months Do three months of Muay Thai Make two “A Day in a Life” videos Achieve 14% body fat Grade: A- Mike’s 2019 Goals Read more Spend time in Africa Do meditation Live a healthier lifestyle Develop more content Grade: B- Rico’s 2020 Goals Achieve 20% increase in sales, 10% profitability. Interview someone with over 100k followers and appear on his channel Make two “A Day in a Life” videos Hit 2.5k YouTube subscribers Do six webinars Launch course from webinars Host six sourcing tables Hire full-time videographer and marketing manager Launch second business Release lifestyle YouTube channel Complete the web design Maintain 14% body fat Do Muay Thai three times a week Move to the Philippines Study Mandarin Have one YouTube livestream a month Reach $3000 a month passive income Mike’s 2020 Goals Have one tour Get back to playing basketball Continue to book events Sell 5,000 Z Kits Set one sourcing meet up in Chicago Set up event in Manila Record content with Rico in Manila Edit and release recorded content Explore Europe (Spain, Italy) Purchase condominium in Chicago Get daughter to do some activities Start side business with daughter | |||
| Ep 139 - How the Corona Virus is Affecting Business in China | 06 Mar 2020 | 00:15:59 | |
In this episode, Rico tells the business atmosphere in China amidst the Corona Virus Disease 2019. Topics include: How COVID19 immobilized businesses in China Observation on the manufacturing sector What the government might do if the situation doesn’t improve Optimism on the business climate | |||
| Ep 138 - Hiring, Managing, and Firing Chinese Employees | 28 Feb 2020 | 00:28:10 | |
In this episode, Rico shares his experience working with Chinese employees and his management style. Topics include: Ways to find Chinese employees What to look for in potential employees in China Hiring and managing process for Chinese Why micromanagement is best in China Trust issues in the office | |||
| Ep 137 - Running A Digital Marketing Agency In SEA with Jordan Glickman | 23 Feb 2020 | 00:52:40 | |
In this episode, Rico and Jordan talk about the digital marketing industry in Southeast Asia particularly in the Philippines where e-commerce has been thriving in recent years. Topics include: Advantages of doing business in the Philippines The growing e-commerce in the Philippines First Client: Low Budget, High Level Result Why getting clients for the money is a bad move Biggest misconception about digital marketing Practical advice for launching a brand Budget Talk: How much to set aside for marketing and brand launch Identifying the best product to sell
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| Ep 136- Youtube and Webinar Q&A Part 2 | 23 Feb 2020 | 00:21:32 | |
On this episode, Part 2 of where Rico Continues to answers questions and gives his advice on topics such as taxes and his process on working with suppliers. Topics incl: Export taxes Rico’s process on working with suppliers Registering your business in Mainland China Significant representatives in a company | |||
| Ep 135 - E-commerce & Sourcing in China 2020 w/ Mark Ramos | 06 Feb 2020 | 00:53:58 | |
In This Episode, Rico Brings back Mark Ramos for another Conversation about China's E- Commerce Status and their Projections for the Upcoming Year. Topics incl: 2020 vs 2019: Competition between the big scale and small scale entrepreneurs. China's Systemized Culture Amazon Selling at present day Compared when it started out Focusing on Branding and Marketing Product Tip: Create a Product and build a community around it Crowdfunding & Inviting Investors | |||
| Ep 134 - Rico's Favorite music of the Decade Pt 2 | 31 Jan 2020 | 00:53:58 | |
Here’s the continuation to RIco’s Most Influential Music of the Decade, He continues to Share his Affinity for Drake, Rick Ross Appeal as “The Boss”, Discovering Childish Gambino’s Versatile Talents and Other Hip Hop Artists and Tracks That had make a Big Impact on his Life. Topics incl: Drake’s Degrassi days and rise to mainstream Toronto hip-hop scene The Game Childish Gambino on Community and his music career Rick Ross “The Boss” Entrepreneur Tyler, The Creator’s ‘Goblin’ album | |||
| SFA's Webinar : 5 Simple Steps to Get Customers to Pay for Your First Production Order | 25 Jan 2020 | 00:03:30 | |
Join us and learn... The secret to building a lasting and meaningful eCommerce business The framework for launching your product and brand to a raving fan base of new customers The method used by new and experienced e-com business owners for starting a new product or brand without significant sums of money upfront The “pre-sale risk advantage” for running an inventory based business Ask ANY QUESTION about eCommerce for YOUR brand or product!! | |||
| EP 240 - What Ex Employees Learnt From SFA Part 2 | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:43:25 | |
DESCRIPTION Rico talks to former employees, Lucy and Vincent. They look back at their SFA days and how are they now. POINTS OF DISCUSSION Axie Infinity, Crypto in the Philippines Keeping in touch with former colleagues Ego, Foreigners, and English Teachers in China Issues of living and doing business in China today Guangzhou during the pandemic Digital Relationships How Covid affected their life and career | |||
| Ep 133 - Rico's Favorite music of the Decade Pt 1 | 24 Jan 2020 | 00:46:15 | |
On a None Business Related Topic, In this Part 1 of 2 Episodes, Rico Shares to Mike his favorite artists, albums and songs that were released this past decade. From talks of Rico’s “emo” days to his fascination with Drake. And how Hip-hop/Rap evolved through the years. Topics incl: Drake’s Degrassi days and rise to mainstream Toronto hip-hop scene Kendrick Lamar’s ‘Section 80’ Kanye West’s album, ‘My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy’ Kid Cudi’s lyricism Beyonce and Jay-Z Childish Gambino on Community and his music career Tyler, The Creator’s ‘Goblin’ album | |||
| Ep 132 - Biggest China Manufacturing Changes of the Decade | 17 Jan 2020 | 02:16:12 | |
In this episode, Rico and ChinaMike Reflects on China's Entrepreneur Landscape during the decade. They discuss different online campaigns, factory stories, lifestyle changes, security procedures, and other observations of many changes that have occured in the last 10 years. Topics incl: Crowdfunding craze, peak, plateau and current Rise of E-commerce / Drop shipping SMEs Rise of Amazon FBA/ Factories Adaptation to smaller orders Chinese e-commerce sellers online local / abroad Local online shopping off the charts / factories don’t need foreign buyers as much Rise of the Chinese economy / cost of living / lifestyle / cost of goods Rise of IOT / tech in general manufacturing / heavy government investement Heavy government investment into making factories more environmentally / socially compliant on a global scale Western Influence on younger generations / more interracial marriages/ factories being more educated Trade War between US & China since Trump’s election China cracking down on foreigners in their country Mass Exodus of well established foreign businesses & people from china in the last 2 - 3 years | |||
| Ep 131- Youtube and Webinar Q&A Part 1 | 09 Jan 2020 | 00:21:32 | |
On this episode, Rico answers questions and gives his advice on topics such as taxes and his process on working with suppliers. Topics incl: Export taxes Rico’s process on working with suppliers Registering your business in Mainland China Significant representatives in a company | |||
| Ep 130- How Rico Searches Alibaba for Factories | 03 Jan 2020 | 00:21:32 | |
Happy New Year! As we welcome the year, we present a replay episode from a Youtube webinar regarding Searching for a Manufacturing Factory using Alibaba. Rico gives us a walkthrough and tips on how to successful find the right Factory for your Product Topics incl: Use non specific Keywords on Search Start by looking at preferred designs Choosing factories with more information on company's profile What an email should like to a chinese manufacturer Fixing the language barrier issue | |||
| Ep 129 - Deep Dive on Quality Control | 27 Dec 2019 | 00:26:17 | |
MERRY XMAS From Source Find Asia.! In This episode, as part of our gift, Let us share some information on how to thoroughly inspect your product. An excerpt from a SFA Youtube Video, Rico Provided us an in depth Step by Step Process and the different methods to test your product. from its creation to its distribution Topics incl: Production process of PVC Toys Safety protocols Determining the durability of the products Distribution process Labels on the products themselves | |||
| Ep 128 - Selling on China's E-Commerce Platform | 20 Dec 2019 | 00:12:17 | |
On this episode Rico answers a viewer’s questions on selling on Chinese E-Commerce platforms. He also discussed the differences in putting up a business in Hong Kong and Mainland China; and buying & selling products online. Let’s listen and Learn Topics incl: Difference on the scope of Hong Kong and Mainland China on business Process of putting up a business account on online platforms such as WeChat, JD and Taobao. Selling factories’ products online China’s state on buying and selling products online | |||
| Ep 127 - Update on Don't Get Sued! Be wary of borrowing money in China. / Rico's Life and Biz | 12 Dec 2019 | ||
In this podcast episode, we get an Update from John Graham Harper about his personal experience of a scam and the court procedures regarding the case filed. We also talk about his plans to spread awareness and tell his story. Then after we will continue the Episode to find out what rico’s been up to with his Personal and Business Life. Stay Tuned! Topics incl: John' Graham’s Case Moving the case to Middle Court Court procedures in China Plans of making a documentary to expose the scam Funding through Patreon page and GoGet Funding RICO’s Life Update Manila’s Appeai to Rico Not Leaving China and SFA Outsourcing and working Remotely | |||
| Ep 126 - Yiwu vs Guangzhou For Manufacturing | 07 Dec 2019 | 00:11:09 | |
In This Episode, we cut from a youtube video Rico had Released to Answer a Question asked by a Viewer regards to Manufacturing at Yiwu Vs Guangzhou. Rico Expounds and explained the differences between the 2 cities and what it can offer for every individual. Topics incl: Yiwu - Canton Fair All year Round Guangzhou - Caters to More Professional Brands, and best for Original Design Products Expat Communities In Shenzen and Hong Kong as oppose to Shanghai | |||
| Ep 125-Internship at Source Find Asia w/Luc Delannoy | 04 Dec 2019 | 00:55:14 | |
In This Episode, We hear from Luc during his Exit Interview, hours before he heads back to Canada. He shares his takeaways from the internship and the Entrepreneurial lessons gained from Travelling to China and the South East. Let's Listen in to his "tell all" interview. . Topics incl: Internship Experience with RICO Guangzhou vs Manila Takeaways from the trips The advantage of getting someone from the west Most Challenging part of Managing Freelancers Remotely JUST DO IT and Come to China | |||
| Ep 124 - Sourcing and Launching an Apparel Brand w Alan Scanlan | 22 Nov 2019 | 00:55:14 | |
In this Week’s Episode, Rico reconnects with Alan Scanlan, who we can remember from 2 Video Cast from End of Last Year. Here they talk further details about Alan’s Business, Millenials and Hong Kong’s Politics. Topics incl: Dealing with business disappointments Making business connections in Hong Kong Working mentality of millenials How Hong Kong unrest affects life and business Difficulty penetrating the US market Doing trade shows | |||
| EP 239 - What Ex Employees Learnt From SFA Part 1 | 04 Aug 2022 | 00:46:49 | |
DESCRIPTION Rico talks to former employees, Lucy and Vincent. They look back at their SFA days and how are they now. POINTS OF DISCUSSION How they got the job at SFA Experience in Asia and working for SFA What they learned from SFA What are they up to | |||
| Ep 123 - Navigating Digital Mindfulness w/ Alexander Avanth | 16 Nov 2019 | 00:55:14 | |
While In Manila at the Refined, Rico Sits Down with Alexander Avanth, VP of Alpha Rock Capital, an Online Acquisition Firm that Helps Other Business Be Successful even Further. He shares his Entrepreneurial visions, Travel Stories, and the Business Potential and Opportunities that's opening up in the Philippines. Let’s join in and listen to the inspiring conversation. Topics incl: The Business of Consultancy and Accelerating other Existing Online Companies The start of his Technology Entrepreneurial Career Student Mentality and Curiosity, the eagerness to learn everyday Coming to the Philippines Filipino Culture: the Fine Line of a professional and personal relationship The FInancial Potential of the Country Loving the Philippines | |||
| Ep 122 - Creating Design for Manufacturing Techpacks w/ Belinda Jacobs | 08 Nov 2019 | 00:33:36 | |
In this week’s episode, we feature another female entrepreneur, Belinda Jacobs, the founder of techpacks.co. She explains to us her business model and how they can help Clients involve in Manufacturing Bridge the Communication Gap with the Factories. Let’s Listen and Get Inspired. Topics incl: Introduction to TechPacks The benefits of using the services of Tech Pack Difficulties of starting the company Getting the first client How TechPack works with clients Benefits of having a specialized business Challenges of working with foreigners | |||
| Ep 121 -Building a Lasting Physical Product Brand w Luke Francis | 01 Nov 2019 | 01:25:00 | |
This week’s Episode, We listen to Rico’s live youtube stream with Close Pal Luke Francis, Where they get to catch up since their last interview on Made In China. Shares his success stories crowdfunding on indiegogo and then preparing to launch his Coaching Program “Vault” Let’s join in and listen to their conversation. Source Find Asia Youtube Channel Globalfromasia Morveau Lukefrancis.me Enter China Why We Sleep? by Matthew Walker (Book) Steve Jobs Biography Rockefeller Biography How I built this (Podcast) | |||
| Ep 120 - Social Entrepreneurship in China w/ Global Friendship | 25 Oct 2019 | 00:41:11 | |
This week’s Episode, In continuation of our Support of Female Entrepreneurs, We Sit down and Chat with Fabiola and Rochelle of Global Friendship China, Who set up shop at one of the largest foreign communities in Southern China. Let’s have a listen to their Story Topics incl: How Global Friendship makes life easier for expats in China Making the GF community sustainable Doing business without any business background Embracing the entrepreneur identity How diversity inspires the vision of the Company Developing meaningful connections in China thru GF | |||
| Ep 119 - Rico's Rumination on 2016 and Life | 18 Oct 2019 | 00:40:33 | |
In this Episode, We travel in Time and revisit Rico at the year of 2016, On a Time when SFA's Business has been positively progressing and how it has improved his lifestyle in a span of year as he achieved his Goals as a young Entrepreneur starting up SFA in China Let’s have a listen. Topics incl: Rico’s Financial and business challenges in China Business and lifestyle progress Entrepreneurial Lessons The negatives of entrepreneurship Advice to aspiring entrepreneurs | |||
| Ep 118 - Corporate Wellness in Hong Kong w/ Madison Ashley | 11 Oct 2019 | 00:40:33 | |
In this week’s episode, In a Series of Interviews done while in HK, Rico chats with Madison Ashley, A female entrepreneur, who is involve with promoting wellness in a corporate setting through Balance Potential. She share her thoughts and views about having a certain balance and spirituality while being surrounded with toxic pressures of corporate life. Let’s have a listen. Topics incl: Coming to Hong Kong Getting into Events And Marketing with BRINK Joining Balance Potential Wellness in Corporate Life Value of Instilling Culture within a Company Being a Female Entrepreneur in the East vs West Importance of a full Sleep | |||
| Ep 117 - ChinaMike's First Trip to AFRICA (Lusaka, Zambia) | 04 Oct 2019 | 00:40:33 | |
Few Months Back, Rico Invited Mike to his Homeland of Zambia. In This Episode, Mike Shares his Takeaways Visiting Africa for the First Time and the Experience of Getting an Inside Look at Rico's Roots. Let's have a listen to the casual but interesting conversation. Topics incl: AFROBEAT Everywhere GREAT BBQ FOOD!!! Finesse Conciousness of the community Mr Ngoma, Rico’s Dad Consumer Culture in Zambia Vs China | |||
| Ep 116 - Registering & Marketing An Internet Business in China to China w/ Jons Slemmer | 27 Sep 2019 | 01:06:07 | |
In This week's episode, We welcome another Digital Entrepreneur Jons Slemmer. The new Host of ChinaBusinessCast, Who operates a Digital Marketing Consultancy from Chengdu. He shares his opinions and perspectives related to Marketing a brand Online while dealing with China's Strict Implementations and the Challenges for Foreigners to do start an Online Business. Let's Listen and Gather the Value Information. Topics incl: Choosing to Live in Chengdu Hosting China BusinessCast Red Star Consulting Challenges of foreign companies in China Marketing to the Chinese Audience Why creating apps are better than websites in China Cost of Marketing in the country Knowing the ICP license Climate in doing online business in China Misconceptions of foreigners about marketing to the Chinese Implemented Regulations & Compliances Business challenges in China | |||
| Ep 115 - From Big Finance to Men's Yoga Shorts w/ Brutal Buddha | 19 Sep 2019 | 01:06:07 | |
In this week’s episode, Rico chats with Roe And Evan from Brutal Buddha who started in big finance in Hong Kong but then share how they shifted and are now launching a men’s yoga pants brand. Let’s have a listen to these inspiring Entrepreneurs. Topics incl: How Roe and Evan came to HK What inspired the Entrepreneurship journey Starting Brutal Buddha Why The Yoga Niche Campaign Launch Customer Discovery Resources Listed As Mentioned: Source Find Asia Youtube Channel The Hard Thing About Hard Things Alibaba The House That Jack Ma Build Book Email: team@brutalbuddhagear.com | |||
| Ep 114-Leveraging Amazon FBA To Live The 4 Hour Work Week Life w/ Riley Bennett | 19 Sep 2019 | 00:48:00 | |
In this week’s Podcast, Rico speaks with Riley Bennett to learn about how he's built his successful Amazon FBA business to live the 4 Hour Week Life as a digital nomad. From Traveling and working whenever in whichever country he likes. Let’s have a listen to another inspiring Entrepreneur. Topics incl: How Riley To Asia Early Straggles What’s Made Him Successful On Youtube Riley’s Online Course Amazon’s Changes Living The Nomad Lifestyle Resources Listed As Mentioned: Source Find Asia Youtube Channel Contact Info: Livin That Life Instagram | |||
| EP 238 - China Is Everything, Everywhere All At Once Part 1 | 28 Jul 2022 | 00:34:24 | |
DESCRIPTION Rico and ChinaMike talk about business payments in China. With all the stricter rules and regulations when it comes to payment transactions, it is becoming a greater challenge day by day. POINTS OF DISCUSSION Forecast about upcoming business difficulties in China Why China will still be significant in businesses for years to come. Anti-China vibe in the US How to manage mass production as a company with no presence in China. SFA on Discord | |||
| Ep 113 - Building A Completely Location Independent Team w/Gerard Nieuwenhuis | 13 Sep 2019 | 01:16:07 | |
In this week’s episode, Rico chats with Gerard Nieuwenhuis. Gerard and Rico discuss Gerard’s journey that touches on many topics from how he discovered selling online to running his company remotely. Let’s have a listen to another inspiring Entrepreneur. Topics incl: Early Days Selling Online Coming to China Relationships w/ Manufacturer Running a Remote Team 4 Hour Work Week Mindset | |||
| Ep 112 -Coming to Hong Kong Through Mainland w/ Nick Zieber @EnterChina | 06 Sep 2019 | 00:40:00 | |
In this week’s episode, Rico chats with Nick Zieber of Enter China. Nick shares about how he discovered Asia and Hong Kong, along with talking about Enter China and what its all about. Let’s have a listen to another inspiring Entrepreneur. Topics incl: Coming to Hong Kong Learning Chinese Early work days in Hong Kong Working with Startups Working at Enter China Launching a product w/EC Sourcing in China | |||
| Ep 111 - Building A Brand in China Through LinkedIn w/ Daniella Santana | 30 Aug 2019 | 01:00:06 | |
In this week’s episode, Rico chats with the incredible Daniella Santana. She shares how she came to China, what kept her in China and how and why she found her purpose. Let’s have a listen to another inspiring Entrepreneur. Topics incl: Coming to China Changes in Social Media in China Sourcing in China Networking Finding purpose Building a brand through Linkedin | |||