Do your homework before launching overseas
Doing business internationally requires a business owner to obtain a new level of business knowledge. Presented with an international sales opportunity, some business owners launch overseas unprepared and without guidance. Here are some tips on how to prepare your company to do international business:
Determine the Global Competition
Research the competition for your product or service in various foreign countries. This will help your company determine where your product or service should compete the best.
Research Customs and Adapt
Foreign countries will likely have customs, both personal and business, that differ from your own country. Knowing how to adapt while traveling or communicating will aid a successful international venture. While it may be burdensome to train your entire staff on a foreign country’s customs, think about assigning one person for each foreign country and making them the “ambassador” for that particular country.
Determine the Business Climate
Determine how your product or service will be received by foreign customers, businesses and governments. Take adequate time learning the rules and regulations of the foreign country and how they will apply to your company.
The International Business Lawyer 2.0
As you can see, I refurbished The International Business Lawyer blog. I hope you find it both visually pleasing and easier to access content.
There are still a few minor formatting kinks to work out in the next few days, such as the “Sidenotes” section and newsletter function. I will also be adding a “Links” page. Thus, if you have a relevant link that you would like me to add, please let me know.
