Well, I jsut noticed that more than a few forumosans do sourcing in Taiwan/Greater China for overseas companies (Or would like to do so).
Well, I have spent considerable parts of my free time doing the same, focusing on one product, which appeals to a well defined overseas customer group. Moreover, the thingy is still mainly manufactured here in Taiwan - China has not really popped up on the radar screen yet in that sector.
I have been lucky enough to have a defined product and a defined customer base.
Branching out might be an idea, but that will have to come down the road.
Now, I am sure that most ppl trying to make a living out of sourcing for overseascompanies have a common set of problems and might be able to give each other advice.
I would like to volunteer the first couple of questions:
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How would you identify and approach companies with sourcing needs?
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And continuing, how would you market yourself?
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How would you add value to your customers in a way so you became relatively sure that they would stick with you, and not try ot cut you out?