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Do You Have What It Takes to Be the Next GFA BD & Sales Associate?

Looking for an outgoing, confident closer? GFA is hiring a Business Development & Sales Associate with real bonuses. See if you have what it takes.

Announcement: We Are Now Global From Anywhere

Global From Asia was launched in 2013 with the mission to help people build and run global businesses from Hong Kong. Since then, the world has changed dramatically — and so has the way we live, work, and connect.

GFA Nexus Philippines Launches with a Power-Packed Webinar on AI and Cross-Border E-Commerce

The GFA Nexus Philippines successfully launched its first-ever local city chapter with an insightful webinar that brought together entrepreneurs, e-commerce sellers, and digital marketers eager to explore the future of global business.

Welcome 2025 - Entering a New Chapter for Global From Anywhere, Decentralized

Asia Events Roundup: Top E-commerce and Business Gatherings You Can't Miss in 2024

GFAVIP Community “Relaunch”

How to Open a US Bank Account Overseas as a Non USA Citizen

Gain invaluable insights into the intricate process of opening a US bank account overseas as a non-US citizen. Know the requirements and essential tips here.

Logistics Nightmare - Lesson & Example of Messes Ecommerce Seller Get Into

Checkin - What is Global From Anywhere Now

2021 Survivor! Celebrating the Milestones with a NFT Collectible

If you are reading this, you’ve survived the year 2021. Congratulations! We need to remind ourselves how fortunate we are to be alive. In this episode, we look back on Global From Anywhere's 2021 milestones as well as celebrating with an NFT event collectible. Let's tune in!

Join Us For The Next Community Ecommerce Journey in 2022

Relocating Your Digital Nomad Family To Japan (Pros & Cons)

Immigrating to Japan (Options and Insights)

Registering a Company In Japan For Foreigners

School Options in Japan For Your International Family

Due to Account Bans – Chinese Amazon Sellers Moving Multi-Channel

The Phase of Acquisition in Amazon FBA: Join Us In This Chapter

This is a special edition of the Global From Anywhere podcast. It's a new chapter, the new focus we're doing, and I just want to catch up, make sure everybody knows it's going up - audio podcasts, video podcasts, YouTube vlog. Check it out.

Join Us – “Broken Border series” – Cross Border Matchmaker May 2021

Buying Real Estate in Japan (Yes, Foreigners Can Own Japanese Land)

GFAVIP: Growing your Business with this Make-It-Happen Community (Plus, a Bonus)

Introducing World’s First B2B Decentralized Business Network

How to Sell on Shopee

How to Start Selling on Lazada

How To Decide If Investors are Right For Your Company

In the beginning stages of a business, every entrepreneur is interested in attracting investors to put their money on the table. However, it is not as easy as it sounds. Read on to get insights on how to decide if investors are right for your company.

Coronavirus Impact: 28 Business Experts Weigh In On How The Coronavirus Is Affecting The E-commerce Industry

How has the Coronavirus affected businesses? We gathered from 27 business experts within the GFAVIP community and they answered!

Incoterms That Every E-commerce Entrepreneur Should Know

It wasn’t a long time ago when crossing borders was a far-fetched milestone for small local businesses. With the development of e-commerce however, even small businesses were presented opportunities for growth across borders. E-commerce plays a very crucial role in pushing further and beyond, international trade. Learn more of Incoterms and what it stands for.

Global Health Emergency and its Effect on Global Economy

What is the impact of global health emergency happening right now on the global economy? The start of the year 2020 did not seem to be all promising. January was filled with news of conflicts, disasters, calamities and death. These unfortunate events, some at catastrophic levels, sprawled globally. US, Middle East, Australia, Asia, Europe and other parts of the world found themselves facing these battles head-on.

Hyperlocal Marketing: A Boost on E-commerce Or A Threat?

Hyperlocal and e-commerce are closely related as both are dealing with marketing products and services. But there are major differences between the both of them that may influence entrepreneurs in choosing which direction to take. The e-commerce industry has been expanding its reach year on year, trying to carve out a bigger chunk of the pie of global retail sales. Find out how ecommerce has an effect on hyperlocal businesses.

Manila: Things To Know About This Philippine Capital

You may know of the Philippines with its white sand beaches; palm trees; blue, pristine waters. But, there is a gateway to all of that - one that you shouldn’t miss either. It’s where the action starts and the economy is centered. Welcome to the capital - Metro Manila!

E-commerce Trends For Year 2020

The E-commerce revolution is growing at a rapid pace and shows no sign of slowing down. E-commerce in the year 2019 is not without the emergence of key developments that will move through with updates in year 2020.

Global From Anywhere 2019 In Retrospect - The Wins and Lessons

Business Plan: Why It’s Important and How To Write One

We have learned early on, even while some of us were still in college taking up a business course, how valuable a business plan is. Writing a business plan is already being inculcated in the minds of the young, wherever they are nestled, to mold an entrepreneurial mindset. But more than just a university requirement, what is it really? Do businesses really need to write one? Is this a step that can be skipped?

Business Sustainability: More Than Just A Trend

Business sustainability is not a trend that will see its imminent end sometime soon. It is a mindset that every business owner like you must have if you want to see your business grow. To understand more intensely the idea of business sustainability, it is best to know, first and foremost what it really is.

Things Business Owners Should Do at The End of The Year

The end of the year is fast-approaching. And, most of the people are already on holiday mode. But you, as business owners, do you also go on a holiday mode and let the year-end sort itself out? If you still are in a quandary as to what you need to do as the end of the year is looming, we came up with a to-do list that can help you close your year and begin the next with a clean slate.

Moving to Puerto Rico (Why?)

Thinking of moving to Puerto Rico? Puerto Rico is known for a lot of things including its famous beaches, vibrant music, rums, food, sports, coffee, festivals, colonial towns, boxing champs, colorful arts and crafts and its people. Learn the benefits of moving to Puerto Rico as well as how to go about it.

Differences When Manufacturing Between Vietnam and China

The ongoing trade dispute between the US and China has severely affected the global business landscape. It has been said over and over that the trade war is a lose-lose scenario for both countries and not only that, changing others. One that needs highlighting is Vietnam.

How Chatbots Can Help Grow Your E-commerce Business

Customer service is an essential element in any business. In this time of digital transformation, you need chatbots!

Moving To New Zealand: How To Get New Zealand Citizenship

If you want to move to a country that has very low crime rates compared to elsewhere in the world, consider moving to New Zealand. It has a few endemic diseases and it claims to be the world's least corrupt country. Sounds like an attractive place to live in, right? If you plan to relocate to New Zealand permanently, this article might help you get your dream come true. Read on to learn more on how to get New Zealand citizenship.

Moving To Mexico: How To Get Mexican Citizenship

Are you interested in getting a Mexican Citizenship? Moving cross country for business and investments is nothing new. It’s one way of taking your business global especially if you are positioning yourself in a strategic location. One of the countries often mentioned is Mexico. But before you rush to pack your bags and move to Mexico, you have to be able to answer why Mexico.

Congratulations To CBS 2019, Wrapping Up An Amazing Fourth Annual Cross Border Summit in Guangzhou, China

The focus of this year’s Cross Border Summit was around the demands for scaling and synergizing. Over 100 amazing executives in the cross-border export market with a focus on Amazon FBA. Speakers and attendees represented USA, Canada, Southeast Asia, and throughout Europe.

All On This Week - 6 Years GFA, 4 Years CBS, Newest Book

A trifecta moment, Mike calls this day for we are celebrating three events and that means three wins for Global From Anywhere. GFA is 6 years old. CBS is in its 4th year. Launch of Mike's new book, Ecommerce Gladiator. What an amazing day! We try to pile on as much value and “meaning” behind what we do here at Global From Anywhere – and actually in today’s turbulent times, it is needed more than ever.

Shiny Object Syndrome - What it is And How to Resist it

Have you heard of the Shiny Object Syndrome? Are you overflowing with business creativity more than you can handle? Are you feeling stretched thin in doing your business? Find out more about the Shiny Object Syndrome and how to best deal with it.

The Benefits of Building an Online Community For Your Business

Learning the benefits of online community for your business is important. More often than not if we have questions about a certain product or brand, we check out the forums or community of users. We try to find if our concern has already been raised and addressed making it easier to gather answers. Big thanks to the internet for bringing together like-minded people and allowing them to do the things that an ideal community would - help each other out.

Prohibited Content in Facebook Ads That You Need to Know

Prohibited Content Facebook Ads. Now, before you rush to create your ad campaigns in Facebook for your business, you have to know which ones are not acceptable so you wouldn’t waste your time and your money in making or having these ad content created. Read on to learn about some of the prohibited content per Facebook’s policy.

Asian Countries That Benefit From the US-China Trade War

Asian countries benefit from Trade War. When US President Donald Trump openly said that he doesn’t think he needs to strike a trade deal with China before the elections in year 2020

Bypassing US Tariffs Via Hong Kong

We discussed several times, the rising tariffs being imposed by the two countries on goods exported from and imported into between these countries. Entrepreneurs have become creative in their effort to cushion the effects of the rising costs of goods. In this post, we will take a look at another legal loophole that got companies heading for Hong Kong.

Alternatives To Hong Kong Business

The rounds of protests in Hong Kong that have been running for almost three months now is gradually crippling the business sector. This shopping mecca and global financial hub has suddenly found itself struggling to maintain its position economy-wise. But we have gathered the 5 countries that topped the list of alternative markets.

Section 321 - How Importers Get By US Tariffs

Multi-Jurisdiction Multi-Currency Accounts: What They Are and How They Save You Time and Money

How Shopify Can Help Expand Your Business in Asia

E-commerce is becoming more than just a trend but a solid direction that most businesses take to expand their operations globally. One of the tools you can use to expand your business in Asia is Shopify. Shopify is a fully integrated e-commerce platform that covers all the necessary activities for you to start, manage and grow your business.

What is a Business Exit Plan and Why Develop it at Day One?

Hong Kong Protests + Business (Do I Shut 'er Down?)