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The mission of Wealth Without Borders Podcast is to provide a wealth of advice to Expats, whether financial, educational, or business-related. We were founded in Shanghai and in China 8 is a lucky number. “8 squared” is even better! We deliver one piece of valuable international advice using “8 questions in 8 minutes." http://www.wealthwithoutborders.net/podcast
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Doing business in Asia isn’t a piece of cake, especially for Western entrepreneurs who got used in Western culture. There’s just a lot of differences on the way businesses works from the legal backbone and the clients. Do you want to learn how you can effectively deal with the challenges of doing business in Asia – primarily in China, and be a succ…
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How do you deal with the lack of cultural awareness when it comes to your business’ expansion in a land that is foreign from yours? Putting in efforts and sacrificing things as you spend time marketing your company indeed bring disappointment and apathy once everything fails to work. There’s this sadness of missing an opportunity that could have br…
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Are you in a state of overwhelm where you feel like you are in no possession of enough time to get things done? We are taught that being busy is good for us and the things that what we do, but in contrary, it isn’t actually the case at all times. Do you want to free yourself from the suffocating area being overwhelmed makes you feel? Do you want to…
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Doing business in China when you’re from a foreign country could be one of the most confusing yet colorful experiences you could have in life. There’s no black and white on what’s legal and not. It is like a huge gray area with no fixed answers to what exactly is fit for you to do. Do you want to learn how you can reduce risks you can face while yo…
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Are you an entrepreneur who is from a Western country but has recently decided to enter the Chinese market? Are you eager to do business in China but knows nothing about the how-to’s? Do you want to know how you can be successful in entering China and its unique market? Listen as our guest for today guides you towards your dream success. Jean-Yves …
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Are you an artist or an art enthusiast who is looking for a platform where you can gain inspiration and encouragement as you dive deeper into the world of art? Do you want to know someone who works on connecting artists in various locations and be involved in art discussions? Are you eager to start a new journey towards the beauty of art and how it…
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The continuously growing industry of Korean alcohol in both local and overseas communities has been a trend for years now, especially because of the exposure it gets locally. Are you one of those people who have always been interested with Korean alcohol, but there’s not many resources for you to use in order to brew? Do you have access to resource…
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The work of drop shipping is quite complex. Many are drawn, but few are chosen. That’s how it goes for them. Do you want to enter the exciting world of drop shipping and get the job right? Are you sick of dealing with customers’ complaints and poor reviews? Do you want to take a step towards a better ecommerce practice? Listen and experience it all…
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Are you guilty of being stuck at a certain place because you’re afraid of the differences you would experience when things change? Don’t you know that it only takes adaptability and you – being willing to embrace a culture – to take a step forward towards embracing differences? Will you take this chance to step out of your shell and explore the won…
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Are you a Chinese e-commerce seller who wants to sell in Europe, on local e-commerce places and Amazon? Do you experience tax difficulties and struggle with language barriers? Do you want to learn how you can turn your small business into a multimillion enterprise? Listen to this treat, that will surely be of great help to you. Opening a business i…
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Are you seeking a knowledge that you don’t quite know exists? Are you certain that you really know what you’re saying and what you’re doing? Do you want to practice using etymology and NLP in order to understand language in its finest form? Listen to this episode and be guided to a wonderful treat! Mastering your mind is not an easy task, but you s…
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Are you a Western manager handling Chinese employees or is it the other way around? Do you want to resolve misunderstandings at your workplace but have no idea where to start with? Listen to this episode and you’ll know why misunderstandings are present at work and how you can act to that. Difference in culture is indeed a huge factor of how people…
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Have you experienced investing in real estate but haven’t tried doing it across borders yet? Do you want to learn how to develop your investment portfolio across borders and in an international level? Do you want to invest in real estate without any bother of pain? If you do, then you’re up for a great treat. Real estate investment alone is already…
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Do you want to enter the Chinese market but you have no idea of the whats and hows? Have you tried involving your business with China but you experienced a huge differential shock? Do you want to know the essentials of the market, especially e-commerce? If so, sit back and relax as we dive into the system with today’s guest. Daniel Albrecht is a Ge…
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Have you noticed that you’re not improving and/or perhaps, you’re not happy with what you do? Have you been recently bothered by the eagerness to do better, but you keep on failing each time you try? Do you want to see the world through a bee’s perspective? Do you want a change of mindset that will lead you towards a successful life? As human being…
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How do you endear yourself to the Chinese and make a lasting impact on a country like China? The mistake many of us make is to stereotype people but that only makes us foolish. When you’re in a country like China, there’s one thing that you should learn - treat people with respect regardless of country, belief or religion. Contribute to making a ch…
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Can’t think of a business to start in China? Are you interested in creating a company in China? Finding a business idea that ticks with the market is sometimes a hard thing to do. Look into the problem you face yourself and find a solution that no one has done yet. Jay Thornhill is the Co-Founder and Head of Product Development for Baopals. Baopals…
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How do you improve your process, position yourself better on the market, create a professional-looking presence online to impact sales? Not being able to do things the way it’s done in the digital world today gets you lost in the process. Finding technical solutions and understanding its framework will help achieve your goals and make your business…
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Many companies are now expanding overseas and it is challenging to adapt to a different market workwise and culturally. How then do you rise above this situation and come up with a win-win outcome? It's very important to build trust and camaraderie, as well as to actually understand the way the Chinese market and companies are handling their busine…
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In addition to looking at job descriptions and resumes, how do you find not just the best but the right talent for your organization? Optimizing your chances to hire for the long-term requires the essential steps of preparing, planning, writing a script, and enjoying the interview. Fabien Guerin is the Founder & CEO of Talent Fishers with Executive…
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China is one of the challenging countries to get into. The same speaks truly of the Chinese culture. What benefit would you gain from learning the Chinese culture and tradition? Understanding and learning them improves your way of life and impacts greatly the way you connect and relate with people every day. Nic Doering and AJ Donnelly are the Brit…
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More than the challenges and limitations we talk about women these days, how do we encourage women to take concrete steps to be more intentional and strategic in their growth and achieving their goals? We say, vouch for her, recommend her, speak well of her, and encourage her to be bold to take those steps to invest in herself. Raquel Ramirez has a…
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We know for a fact that moving to a new place, a different country is no breeze at all. How much more if you’re a trailblazer spouse/partner who got no job, stays home, takes care of the kids and supports the spouse? How do you face the challenges brought about by moving into a new country like China? Find your tribe and stretch out of your comfort…
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There are challenges other than being expensive in bringing people from different places and making them do one thing. How do you then uncover the hidden cost and reduce it to get your resources, energy, and time to more meaningful investments? Hiring qualified people is helpful. And it is best to tap into your current pool of talents to avoid deal…
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How do you navigate a new place with the language barrier and cultural differences being a possible hindrance? How do you thrive and become successful in living and working as a flexpat in a foreign country like China? Flexibility and open-mindedness to the possibility of what China has to offer give you an edge to enjoy your stay there. Sure, ther…
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How can changing your mindset change your way of living, way of working and way of creating your future? Breaking through the glass ceiling and shifting paradigms may be a hard thing to do, but it’s never impossible. Your mindset matters. And when changing your mindset for the better, you must remember your future rather than your past. You must ke…
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Do you want to expand your market to China but don’t know the basics of Chinese business culture? Are you confident with your sales strategies for China? Do you want to know how you can successfully sell in China? Heidi Dugan is a TV host, celebrity, author, entrepreneur, and China Market Expert. These are the terms often used to describe her. Havi…
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Are you struggling to find the perfect photo as your profile picture? Are you stuck with a casual, not-so-professional, and cropped out photo of yourself? Does it even portray the true you and the potential you behold? Do you think you will be able to get an awesome first impression on your clients with that? Professionalism and new connections sta…
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Are you sure you’re on the right track with your joint venture with the Chinese? How sure are you that you really know what you’re doing? Are you starting to have problems understanding the Chinese or are you just putting those problems under the rug? Collaborating with the Chinese unlocks a new world full of possibilities, more leads, and higher s…
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How well do you know the online world? How sure are you that your marketing strategy online is working successfully? Are you making the most out of it or are you all over the place and not getting enough leads from it? We are in the so-called “digital renaissance” now because of the big change the pandemic has brought upon us and our businesses. Ad…
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How do you become a successful expat? Is it by counting how many years you’ve stayed in a foreign country? Is it based on how good you are at your work? Or maybe it’s how fluent you are in Chinese that can get you some jobs in China? Maybe your perseverance plays a role as well? There are so many factors that can help you become a successful expat …
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How do you open yourself to working with different nationalities in your workplace? Do you think you’ll be able to adapt to cultural differences? China is a huge, productive, and progressing country. We cannot avoid the fact that we have to be open to change and new ideas coming from different people whether they are of the same nationality or not.…
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Wanting to reach more than 1,000,000 people & Get Maximum Visibility with Julien: Visit this Form to Know More: https://geniusencel.typeform.com/to/qCACvv Did you know that you can move your business online and digitally? Do you want to know the secrets of how you can make the most out of that digital transition, like marketing, getting more client…
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Do you want to live a healthier lifestyle but feel that you don’t have enough time for it? Do you want to know the secrets of how to get the ideal body and the lifestyle you’ve always wanted? When you want a healthy body and lifestyle, you need to set aside myths and follow facts. You don’t need a diet, you just need the proper nutrition and the ri…
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How do you become the best of the best, especially in a foreign country? Have you asked yourself if becoming an expat in China is the right thing to do? Do you want to know how you could become one of the most successful expats in China? Hopping into a foreign country with a whole new culture and way of living right before your eyes can be overwhel…
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Do you have good communication engagement with your customers? Do you know the importance of having public relations for your business? Do you want to know how to turn your customers into evangelists of your business? Having good public relations is a must if you want to increase your chances of getting higher sales, more customers, and better enga…
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Are you planning on expanding your company to China? Is your company ready for that growth? Are you aware of the challenges and differences that may arise once you expand your company to China? If you are planning or already have a company in China, you should be aware of the challenges that may arise. Running a business in China is far more differ…
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Are you sure that your legal entities in China are properly structure or does it need some re-structuring? Are you aware of the legal environment and the laws of China? You wouldn’t want to step on the wrong foot when structuring or re-structuring your business in China. It is important to know the legal environment and the laws implemented in Chin…
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How can you be sure that your business will do well in China? What is the perfect and practical approach to marketing in China that will help you bring more sales and income into your business? The marketing approach that works best in America may not be the best approach here in China. Marketing your content and building your brand using a Chinese…
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If you are in China, happy Golden Week! Firstly, thank you for checking out my podcast. It’s really a privilege to interview some leading experts from East Asia and more recently, around the globe. I hope you’re finding them of value. Many people I’m interviewing have years of valuable experience which they wish to share. This can’t easily be done …
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It's just so easy to get distracted and become reactive. As entrepreneurs, there are too many things that demand attention, making you lose sight of your focus. What a big difference it makes when you gain clarity. When you have a clear vision, it prompts you to identify resources that lead in the direction of working on strategies around achieving…
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Are you someone struggling to make an impact on your audience? Is it difficult for you to communicate your ideas and thoughts to the public? Understanding the way you tell and speak out your story and ideas to your audience is as important as knowing what your story is all about. Having charisma, and knowing how to communicate your message can have…
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Are you having trouble when it comes to understanding your clients? Are you being too ideologically driven that it’s drifting you away from the reality slowly? Arrogance and close-mindedness are some of the things you need to avoid when leading your business. Problems and issues may arise because of those. It is a must for business owners to stick …
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Is your brand well protected? Are you sure other people won’t be stealing your ideas and claim them as their own? Understanding the importance of protecting your intellectual property and claiming your brand, name, and ideas as your own can lead to more business opportunities and sales. Your trademark is not just an expense, it can also be the futu…
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Have you imagined a relaxed and happy retirement life? Have you thought about living better and spending less? Or have you ever thought of retiring early? With the expensive cost of living in the US and with the reality that COVID 19 poses, workers over 50 are the first ones to be sacked out from work. And that would be an unimaginable thing to hap…
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Are you struggling to communicate and to be understood in your cross-culture workplace? Did you know cross-culture barriers or challenges restrict your communication with your co-workers, specifically with Chinese Nationals? Do you want to solve that problem? It is necessary for us to understand and learn how to communicate with other people in dif…
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How do you know that you’ve got it all planned out in your workplace? How sure are you that your premeditated action is going to work in any kind of environment? Do you really want to gamble your time and efforts with that kind of action plan? No matter what kind of environment we are in, it is a must for us to understand where we are in and to be …
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Are you practicing employee engagement in your business? Is the system that you are currently using in your business working on your employees or does it need a significant change? Are you ready to adapt to the new mobile world? Matt Spriegel is originally from the US but moved to China 10 years ago. Matt's very passionate about continuous educatio…
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Many people, even some of those in the management team are finding it difficult to understand Finance. As such, generating more profit from their business is one challenge they face. It is necessary that you cut through the complexities of understanding financial principles to drive business growth. Andrew Stotz, Ph.D. is an author, financial analy…
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As a business owner, where do you want to focus on?--the income-generating task or the menial repetitive task of the business? Are you aware of how much time you are really losing with menial tasks? If the latter seems to be the reality, then, it’s about time to deal with it once and for all for you to live the entrepreneur lifestyle that you’ve al…
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