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How did this supplier screw up a $700,000 USD business when the deal almost closed?

When I first tried to write this article, the title I wrote was “how I saved $140,000 dollar for my client”, however, instead of telling another successful story, I think it would make better sense for the readers and especially for the suppliers to get to know the reasons behind the failure, thus let’s view from the opposite angle, and see what we can gain and learn from this lesson.

Manufacturer Vs Trading companies (trader) Vs Sourcing agent

To the request of many buyers, today I would like share some information & opinions base on my own experience when dealing with manufacturer, trading company & sourcing agent. What are the differences among them and which one fits buyer the best?

Stop complaining & Start reflecting

To continue the subject regarding China Sourcing, today I would like share some experience with regard to “Make Enquiry & Respond”, in this article you might find the answer why the enquiry response rate is so LOW for buyers and why it’s so DIFFICULT to win a new customer for suppliers!

Process plays bigger than language!

Recently, I received a special task from an existing customer, who needed me to communicate with their Chinese supplier and make sure the supplier can make the sample 100% correct! Actually, this is one of the common cases I receive from my customers to help them tackle the miscommunication issue with Chinese suppliers.