As a communication tool with more than 2 billion monthly activities worldwide, WhatsApp has become a ‘golden channel’ for foreign traders to develop customers. I am well aware of the advantages and challenges, and I have also experienced all kinds of problems such as being stuck by the CAPTCHA when registering, and being banned when raising the number inadvertently. You, on the other hand, are probably facing the same problems, and even missing out on valuable orders as a result. Today, I will share my experience with you from the registration, raising the number, anti-blocking to customer acquisition of these four key links, to help you avoid risks and improve efficiency. Remember to bookmark it and be at the forefront of success! Download and Install  IOS Open the App Store, enter ‘WhatsApp’ in the search bar, find the official app and click ‘Get’ to download. After downloading, open the app and the system will automatically guide you to the registration process. Android Go to Google Play Store, search for ‘WhatsApp’ and click ‘Install’ button to download. Once the download is complete, open the app and follow the prompts to enter the registration page. PC At present, WhatsApp does not support direct account registration on PC. You need to complete the registration on your mobile phone first, and then sync WhatsApp to PC by scanning the QR code, just visit WhatsApp Web and scan the QR code with WhatsApp on your mobile phone to complete the sync. Mobile Number Verification When registering for a WhatsApp account, you will need to bind a mobile phone number. It is recommended to use a physical SIM card that supports international messaging (e.g. Google Voice […]

Many foreign traders are using LinkedIn as a social platform to a greater or lesser extent, but everyone uses it in a different way and in a different depth. Some people use it as a tool to analyse customer information, some people use it to promote and attract traffic, some people use it to find customers’ emails, and some people make it an efficient customer development tool. Today, I want to talk to you: how I make LinkedIn the secret of inquiry (order) production line, and how to make full use of LinkedIn to achieve the ultimate goal of developing foreign customers, marketing and promoting products. If you can follow my ideas and methods, and take care of your LinkedIn account, then soon you will be in the same state when you open LinkedIn every day: ● A rich source of clients through LinkedIn; ● A steady stream of valid enquiries; More importantly, you will have a ‘traffic pool’ of your own, which has sustainable value growth, and a persuasive and good personal brand image. An Introduction to LinkedIn Before the formal explanation, let’s first learn about LinkedIn: LinkedIn is dedicated to providing a communication platform to the world’s working professionals and assisting them to utilise their strengths and build exclusive connections. As a global professional social networking site, LinkedIn has more than 500 million members worldwide. Here you can easily build your professional image, gain business insights, expand your professional network and discover more career opportunities. We know that LinkedIn’s positioning is a professional social networking site, so we need to fit the positioning of LinkedIn to present ourselves, and know how to shape and present our professional attributes, […]

For many years, dropshipping from China has been a popular business model, but 2025 is set to bring major changes that could shake up the entire industry. Starting February 4, 2025, an additional 10% tariff will be imposed on top of the current duties and taxes for all goods imported from China. More importantly, the duty-free entry threshold under Section 321—previously allowing shipments valued at less than $800 to bypass tariffs—has been eliminated. In North America, companies such as Temu, have fully taken advantage of this loophole. Once these tariffs are in place, sourcing products from China will become more expensive, shipping times will increase, and additional customs processing will be required. Businesses will also need to consider other expenses, such as compliance fees and documentation fees, which could further impact profit margins. Additionally, every shipment will be subject to duty assessments, which will increase costs and could lead to delays. Let’s break it down into simple terms so you know exactly what is happening and how to prepare. Tariffs Reshape Dropshipping Market Today, I want to discuss in detail the domino effect brought about by the cancellation of the $800 duty-free policy. At first glance, this change might seem like just paying a little more tax, but in reality, it will affect every aspect of the business like a series of dominoes. Let’s look at the three most critical changes: First: The long-standing $800 duty-free policy has been officially canceled, marking the end of the low-cost era of cross-border e-commerce. Previously, Chinese direct shipping packages valued under $800 could enjoy duty-free treatment—a lifeline for many small and medium-sized sellers. Now, regardless of the package’s value—even if it is just […]

Want your Shopify store to stand out in the fierce e-commerce competition? As a store operator, are you looking for practical promotion plans? Today, we’ll unveil 11 market – proven, high – efficiency marketing strategies to help you achieve breakthrough business growth! From precisely targeting micro – influencers to deeply optimizing SEO strategies, from automated email marketing to viral social media dissemination, these practical skills will comprehensively enhance your customer acquisition ability and conversion rate. Whether you’re an e – commerce veteran or a newcomer to the industry, these strategies can help you quickly break into the market. Here is our carefully refined professional – level promotion methodology, which will help you: ● Build precise customer acquisition channels ● Increase brand market awareness ● Significantly improve product conversion rates ● Create a continuously growing sales engine Ready to take your Shopify business to new heights? Let’s start exploring these innovative marketing strategies right away! Choosing the Right Promotion Strategy Selecting the appropriate promotion strategy is crucial for building a successful store on the Shopify platform. Although there are various marketing methods available, each with its unique effects, their effectiveness can vary significantly in different business scenarios. Take Search Engine Optimization (SEO) as an example. It is undoubtedly an excellent way to attract targeted traffic. By optimizing the website’s content and structure to achieve a higher ranking in search engine results, it can draw potential customers with clear purchasing intentions. However, if you’re new to a highly competitive industry, such as the coffee machine market, it will be extremely difficult to achieve a desirable ranking for popular keywords like “coffee machine”. Industry giants like Costco, Nespresso, and BestBuy have already invested […]

In today’s thriving e-commerce environment, retailers face a crucial choice: choosing between direct shipping and dropshipping. The direct shipping model, by shipping products directly from suppliers to consumers, offers better product control and faster logistics, but it may come with challenges in inventory management and costs. Conversely, the dropshipping model, by entrusting order fulfillment to third-party suppliers, lowers initial investment and warehousing costs while expanding product variety, though it might affect profit margins and service quality. In 2025, retailers need to weigh the pros and cons of both models based on their resources, business objectives, and market demands to choose the strategy that best fosters sustainable growth. Direct Shipping: A Detailed Analysis  When you choose the direct shipping order fulfillment method, it means that you hold inventory on your own and ship products directly from your own warehouse or via a third-party logistics provider (3PL) to customers. Although this method requires a higher upfront investment, it can offer you higher profit margins and greater control over the customer experience. Direct Shipping Operation Process As a retailer, the direct shipping model requires you to begin with inventory management. You need to closely monitor market trends and consumer demand to ensure timely procurement and restocking. For example, if you run a clothing store, you must predict which styles will be popular based on seasonal changes, fashion trends, and historical sales data, and then purchase the corresponding inventory accordingly. When a customer places an order on your platform, the order information is transmitted directly to your warehouse management system. Here, the order is processed rapidly, including selecting the correct product, packaging, and preparing it for shipment. For instance, Amazon uses highly automated warehouses […]

In the ever-changing landscape of international trade, cross-border e-commerce is seizing unprecedented development opportunities. The dropshipping model, with its low start-up barrier and financial cost advantages, is gradually becoming a popular choice among e-commerce entrepreneurs. Sellers do not need to pre-stock inventory or rent warehouses, but can instead focus solely on product promotion and sales, while suppliers handle production and shipping, significantly reducing initial risks. However, while enjoying the convenience of dropshipping, cross-border e-commerce also faces a complex and dynamic international market and regulatory environment. Varying consumer preferences and regulatory requirements across countries make compliance operations key to ensuring robust business development. Only by strictly adhering to all regulations can sellers effectively manage risks and achieve long-term success. This article will explore compliance operation methods for cross-border e-commerce dropshipping, analyze the model’s advantages and potential risks in detail, and provide you with practical compliance recommendations. What is Dropshipping? Dropshipping is a retail model where the seller (also known as the dropshipper) does not directly hold or manage inventory. In this model, the seller showcases products on an online store or e-commerce platform. Once a customer places an order, the seller forwards the order details directly to the supplier or manufacturer. The supplier or manufacturer then ships the product directly to the customer. So, what are the advantages of dropshipping? Imagine you are the owner of an online clothing store. You don’t need to rent a warehouse to store thousands of pieces of clothing or worry about unsold inventory. Instead, you simply display photos and descriptions of the clothing on your website, and once a customer orders, you notify the supplier to ship the product. This is the freedom that the […]