International Business Basics: Learn What You Need In 2 Hours

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Importing, exporting, buying or selling parts and services‚ businesses of all kinds, including start-ups and small businesses, are becoming more active outside their home countries—often by necessity.If you want to take your business global, you must do your homework, get advice, make connections, and be aware—and wary—of the risks you face. Every element in your original business plan will need to be reconsidered as you target international markets.International Business Basics, the sixth title in the best-selling Crash Course for Entrepreneurs series, gives you the vital information and insights you need to:Learn about cultural issuesSuccessfully enter new marketsEnsure you get paid and are protectedMake the most of support from trade and governmental agenciesSecure fundingDeal with real estate and logisticsCapitalize on immigration trendsManage at a distanceOpen your mind to being flexible, creative, and resourceful in the face of sometimes puzzling and ever-changing challengesLearn from the successes and mistakes of these serial entrepreneurs who have real-world experience in many diverse countries and business sectors. International Business Basics will reduce your learning curve and help you succeed, even in your first stages!