I want to engage in the agency import and export business. How can I find customers and orders?
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I have just entered the field of agency import and export business, and the biggest problem I am facing now is the inability to find business. I have a professional team and relevant qualifications, but I don't know where to start looking for customers and orders who need agency import and export services. Are there any seniors who can share some practical methods, such as through which channels and what strategies can effectively expand the business? I hope you all will not hesitate to give your advice.
Professional consultant answers
Andrew HuangYears of service：7Customer Rating：5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
To find agency import and export business, you can first utilize online platforms. Through professional foreign trade B2B platforms such as Alibaba.com, post the company's agency service information, introduce service advantages, successful cases, etc. in detail to attract potential customers. Secondly, participate in various import and export exhibitions, such as the Canton Fair, communicate face-to-face with import and export enterprises on-site, demonstrate professional capabilities, and obtain cooperation opportunities. Thirdly, use social media to build a professional image on platforms like LinkedIn, share industry insights, and interact with peers and potential customers. You can also cooperate with relevant enterprises such as freight forwarders and customs brokers, who can recommend customers. In addition, do a good job in search engine optimization to improve the company's website ranking in search results and increase exposure.
In short, expand through multiple channels and keep deepening your efforts, and the business volume will gradually increase.
Emily LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Settlement and payment expertConsult
You can try to contact local chambers of commerce and industry associations. They organize various activities, and you can meet the person in charge of import and export enterprises at these activities and promote your agency business.
Michelle ChenYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Tap into old customer resources, provide high-quality services, and ask old customers to introduce new customers. Word-of-mouth promotion often has a good effect.
William YangYears of service：5Customer Rating：5.0
International logistics consultantConsult
Pay attention to import and export related policy activities released by government departments, participate in them, and you may come into contact with enterprises with agency needs.
Robert ChenYears of service：6Customer Rating：5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Speak actively in industry forums and communities, provide professional advice, and leave company information to attract potential customers.
Jennifer WangYears of service：4Customer Rating：5.0
Market development consultantConsult
Cooperate with banks. When some enterprises handle import and export related financial business, the bank can recommend agency services.
James LiuYears of service：10Customer Rating：5.0
Foreign trade tax refund consultantConsult
Directly promote to factories with import and export business, demonstrate agency advantages, and strive for cooperation opportunities.
Amanda YangYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Utilize email marketing to send targeted service introduction emails to potential customers.
Elizabeth LiYears of service：3Customer Rating：5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Participate in online industry seminars, communicate with participants, and expand business channels.