Just Another Amazon Seller Asking You For a Favor It has been about a year now since re-entering eCommerce, more specifically Amazon FBA We built a team, and have something to show for it. Mike’s Blog 184 Many always ask me – what does Mike do? Then the response is normally “too much”. I love creating content (as you can …
Becoming a Dad Every Day is Father’s Day
Becoming a Dad Every Day is Father’s Day Yes, I have been a dad now for over 4 years, but it is a process. Mike’s Blog 183 I don’t want to say it was easier – but it kind of was. Sure, there was the crying at night and the unknown but now that my 2 amazing kids walk around, …
Making Moves – That Thing I Wanted To Share
Making Moves – That Thing I Wanted To Share Keeping it real here, as always (Even when many say not to) For the family For happiness For fulfillment For legacy Mike’s Blog 182 So it’s been something in our minds since after the Cross Border Summit at the end of April. Especially now that we are doing next year’s Cross …
Oh – That Video Where I Was On Beijing TV
Oh – That Video Where I Was On Beijing TV Remember a couple video blogs ago I mentioned that hard and awkward question I got from the Beijing TV reporter? Mike’s Blog 181 Well, the TV show was released – and we were lucky enough to get permission to re-publish it on our blog here. This one has been cut …
Life is Moving So Fast (Miles Turns 4 Years Old)
Life Is Moving So Fast (Miles Turns 4 Years Old) The years are just flying by Mike’s Blog 180 It is true what they say – kids are like human timers. Four years ago, I was having sleepless nights with Miles in an ICU. Such a nightmare couple weeks, but the boy is strong and healthy and happy. I am …
Comparing Yourself To Others
Comparing Yourself To Others Mine is better/bigger than yours It’s probably something my kids are discussing as I type this… Mike’s Blog 179 Humans, we are very interesting creatures. One of the bigger issues I have with myself and probably everyone on the planet is how we compare ourselves to each other. Why can’t we simply enjoy our life and …
Make Amazing Things Happen
Make Amazing Things Happen That’s a Wrap! Mike’s Blog 178 So the third annual Cross border Summit is complete. I’m still recovering after an intense 4 days (yes, this event has expanded!) and reflecting on what has happened. Of the many event organizers I talk to, we all seem to say the same thing – the event itself doesn’t make …
Taking a Canton Fair Trip
Taking a Canton Fair Trip Let’s check out one of the biggest product trade shows in the world. Mike’s blog 177 Right after the Cross border Summit – we took a few people for an additional (ie upsell!) trip to the Canton Fair. It was the first time we have tried adding a trip after the summit, and while we …
Listen, Learn, Grow
Do you listen? Do you learn? Do you grow? LLG A new thing? Mike’s Blog 176 We are entering a new phase here at Global From Asia. This is the week of Cross Border Summit – our annual conference – and the third annual. Think by the third time of something you kind of get the …
Image Is Everything
Image Is Everything Working on image and your online brand. Mike’s Blog 175 I have great friends, who give me those hard to hear talks. Basically I need to show off my “cool lifestyle” more. I am too raw and I am not showing the glamor and the good life. Had a private session with a friend over the weekend, …
Trying Something New – VR!
When we stop growing, we start dying. Always need to be doing new challenges and this one seems really exciting. Mike’s Blog 173 We all get comfortable. I think it is human nature to settle / nest into a home and routine. Our animal instincts. But in order to stand out and “get ahead” we need to always find a …
Why Asia is the Best Place To Raise Kids?
Since being back in Asia, I’m feeling much more appreciative that my kids are here. Mike’s Blog 172 My buddy Ryan McGuire commented on a recent Facebook video about how these videos are inspiring him and it is hard to believe it is done while also living in China with 2 kids. Today I’ll weigh in on that. The past …
What Are Your 5 Values?
What Are Your 5 Values? Mike’s blog 171 Wrapping things up here in Saigon and one big takeaway is defining your own values. For yourself and then your business- which hopefully align. John Logar is an amazing speaker and giver in general – have seen him speak a few times now and he just never fails to put a ton …
Back To Business In Saigon
Back To Business in Saigon Just can’t seem to stop hearing about this place Things are booming in Saigon, Vietnam! Mike’s Blog 170 Less than a year ago I took my first trip to Saigon, aka HCMC and this place is growing like crazy. Got an early bird ticket to DCxSGN a few months ago and honestly forgot about the …
Enjoy a Night Out With The Fam
Who needs a reason to go out and stay in a nice hotel with the family? Mike’s Blog 169 mikesblog.com/familynightout Pretty much this is great timing. I need a night out – and as always – mixing family and business. Hard Rock Cafe (and hotel) is opening up in Shenzhen and invited us over. Thanks Matt from Shenzhenparty.com for the …