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The first part (The beginners guide to importing from China) shows you the basics of how to source on 35 lectures and 2 hours of video content with straight forward and practical advice. The professional edition adds over 28 new lectures and another 4 hours (!!!) of video content to this and is constantly updated whenever things change. Follow me navigating trough videos & screencasts how I am sourcing on Alibaba and calculate shipping costs!Most other courses only teach you the very basics but the truth is there is a lot more to running an import business than some of those self proclaimed experts want to admit. In the the professional edition of the guide to importing from China you get access to learn how to run your business like the big guys do from day one.I guide you trough sourcing & importing with practical examples, screencasts & 10 years of sourcing experience. Learn from my Experience, Avoid Costly MistakesThe problem most people have with sourcing is that it is a complex topic. There are many things to keep in mind, to consider, to figure out and master. The professional edition of the Import Bible takes the guesswork out of crucial decisions and acts as a reference of what to do whenever a question comes up.How do you build lasting relationships with suppliers? How do you make sure you get the best prices without encouraging suppliers to cut corners on quality? When is it worth travelling overseas to trade shows or visiting factories?These are some of the questions that you might already have but certainly will pop up sometime in the future and we want to make sure you are prepared for this.Thats not everything, Take the Next Step, Get the Best Prices & Source Directly in ChinaI have added a bonus chapter that deals exclusively with travelling in China, finding the best factories, visit exhibitions and how you go on about finding the right suppliers. 14 lessons of which 8 also come in video format. 1 hour of video content in this bonus section. If you are serious about your business you will visit China or other countries you are sourcing from sooner or later. Factory visits are a crucial next steps once you have found reliable suppliers and want to grow your business relationships with them.In this bonus guide to "Business in China" you learn when it makes sense to think about visiting factories, the benefits of sourcing at tradeshows and how you can do all of this even on a tight budget.Here are the Chapters:PART 1: Re-Orders and what to keep in mindThe Chinese New Year & what it means for your businessStaying in touchCommon Mistakes when importingPrice increases and how to deal withAdvanced negotiationShipping & Courier services (Screencast of how I calculate costs)Quality Control (QC)Proper Alibaba Supplier identification (screencast video of how I source on Alibaba)Legal requirements & certifications on productsAnti- dumping ratesProduct Liability Insurancewhat products do not make sense to importMaking prototypes / mock up samplesPrivate labels, brands & trading no-name itemsInstruction ManualsKeeping track of your payments / invoices & expensesFactory standards (ISO, BSCI, SA8000…)Subcontractors & raw material suppliersUsing proper (internal) supporting documentsProduction areas in Chinawhat to expect from a sourcing companyFinding a product in China that you saw on EBay/AmazonMore drop-shipment sites other than AliexpressMy top picks on products for 2015 and where you can find themPART 2:Take your import to the next level, GO TO CHINAFirst timers guide to China and what this Part is aboutDo's & don't in ChinaWhy go to China?Start your preparationCompetitor researchWhen is it even worth it?How to source for suppliers (in unusual ways / beyond Alibaba)Travel chapter (Visa, Hotels, Language etc.)Business in ChinaAt the Exhibition & how to prepareat the factoryafter the tripSummary & 10 ways to save you money

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