Global Trade Gal
The Global Trade Gal Podcast gives international entrepreneurship, trade, business, and supply chain management advice. The Global Trade Gal - Anita - has over 30 years of experience living and working overseas as an entrepreneur. The Global Trade Gal podcast gives information, stories, advice - anything to do with entrepreneurship, trade, supply chain management, living and working overseas, creating, developing, and manufacturing home decor and home furnishing products. Anita’s company, Mondoro, sponsors the Global Trade Gal podcast; Mondoro designs, develops, and manufactures home decor and home furnishing products for the US market. To find out more about Anita and Mondoro, you can visit their website at Mondoro.com.
Episodes
170 episodes
How Do Global Supply Chain Issues Affect the Home Décor You Love?
In today’s interconnected world, the global supply chain plays a vital role in making home décor items—like furniture and accents—readily available. But when disruptions hit, they can quickly impact both the availability and pricing of your fav...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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12:00
Why Does Collaboration Drive Long-Term Business Success?
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, collaboration is more than just a buzzword—it’s the backbone of sustainable success. Whether it’s employees working in sync, stakeholders offering insights, or shareholders guiding strategy, unity...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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10:30
Can Technology Really Make the Supply Chain Smarter and More Reliable?
We keep hearing about AI and blockchain, but what do they actually mean for the way products move around the world? In this episode of #GlobalTradeGal, Anita dives into how these technologies are making logistics faster, safer, and more transpa...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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10:12
What Makes Bamboo a Top Choice for Sustainable Home Décor?
In an era where sustainability is more than just a trend but a necessity, bamboo stands out as a hero of eco-friendly design. From its rapid growth cycle to its incredible strength, bamboo has become a top choice for sustainable home décor. But...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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8:34
What Are the Biggest Challenges in Sourcing High-Quality Materials for Home Decor?
Quality is paramount in the world of home decor, especially for medium- to high-end products where customers expect stunning designs, expert craftsmanship, and long-lasting durability. At Mondoro, we are committed to excellence, starting with s...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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9:25
What’s the Best Way to Find an Overseas Manufacturer for Your Product?
One of the biggest challenges in importing products is finding a reliable overseas manufacturer to bring your ideas to life. It’s not always easy to find a supplier that delivers quality products on time, but there are steps you can take to imp...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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10:39
Why Do US Importers Still Buy from China Despite Tariffs?
Many US buyers have become hesitant to source products from China, yet tariffs haven’t completely stopped imports. The country’s strong supply chain, efficient manufacturing, cost advantages, and currency factors continue to make it a key playe...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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8:38
How Can the Seven-Step Strategic Sourcing Process Improve Your Supply Chain?
A seven-step strategic sourcing strategy process will help companies succeed when procuring a product or a commodity. Taking the time to go through each step ensures businesses can meet their sourcing needs effectively. In this episode, Anita b...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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9:47
How Does Globalization Influence Import and Export Trends?
How is globalization reshaping the way countries trade? 🌍 Technology has become the grand orchestrator of international trade dynamics in the digital age, transforming how nations interact, negotiate, and transact globally. E-commerce platforms...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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10:53
How Can You Master the Art of Container Loading?
As global commerce continues to expand, efficient cargo shipping plays a crucial role in business success. Loading a shipping container is a detailed process that requires careful planning, technical skill, and strategic insight. When done corr...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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10:06
Why Do Timeless Designs Matter in Home Decor and Sustainability?
The home furnishing and decor industry evolves rapidly, with trends changing as fast as the seasons. This raises an important question: Should you invest in trendy, disposable furniture or choose timeless, high-quality pieces built to last? At ...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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9:23
What Sets Sales and Marketing Apart? Key Differences Explained
Sales and marketing are two fundamental aspects of any business. While they share a common goal—to grow revenue and ensure business success—they differ significantly in their approaches, objectives, and roles in the customer journey. Understand...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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9:36
How Can Ethical Sourcing Transform the Home Furnishings Industry?
Our choices as businesses and consumers have far-reaching implications in today’s interconnected world. At Mondoro, we believe design is not just about aesthetics but also about a responsibility to the artisans, the environment, and the communi...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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9:33
How Can Design Combine Style with Social Responsibility?
In a world where aesthetics often take center stage, how can design also champion social responsibility? 🌍 At Mondoro, we believe beautiful home decor can—and should—coexist with a commitment to social and environmental causes. Listen to Anita ...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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8:53
What Makes Shapr 3D Our Favorite Design Tool?
In the ever-evolving design world, finding the right tools to bring creative visions to life is crucial. At Mondoro, we use Shapr 3D to create, develop, and manufacture stunning home decor and furniture products. Listen as Anita dives i...
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Season 4
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Episode 35
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9:15
How Can Home Decor Brands Navigate Global Trade Challenges?
The home decor industry is at the heart of global trade's biggest challenges—and opportunities! With shifting policies, rising tariffs, and geopolitical tensions shaking up supply chains, how can businesses adapt and thrive? Join Anita on G...
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Season 4
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Episode 34
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10:16
How Do Global Trends Shape Mondoro’s Home Decor Designs?
At Mondoro, we believe design goes beyond borders, crafting products that speak to a global audience. As a company creating home decor and furnishings for international markets, we embrace trends that resonate across cultures and continents.
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Season 4
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Episode 33
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10:27
How Does Acacia Wood Compare to Teak? Insights from Vietnamese Furniture Production
Join us as we dive into the qualities of Acacia and Teak wood and their unique roles in Vietnamese furniture making. Discover the ideal settings for each wood type, as well as our experiences at Mondoro, where we prefer Teak for outdoor pieces ...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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8:17
How Can You Master The Art of Packing for Product Safety?
Think about the last time you eagerly awaited a package, imagining that moment when you finally open it. Packing is not just about keeping a product from bouncing around; it’s about ensuring your items arrive safely and intact. From factory to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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8:24
Is Acacia Wood as Good as Teak? 10 Key Differences Explored
When choosing wood for furniture, two popular options often come to mind: Acacia and Teak. Both types of wood offer unique characteristics and benefits, making them ideal for different applications. In this episode, we explore the origins, manu...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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6:31
How Is the Sweet Romance Trend Reviving Floral Elegance and Charm?
As we watch the latest catwalks in Europe and the United States, it’s evident that floral motifs are making a stylish comeback. This trend signals a return to the elegance and charm of the past, where soft, romantic colors and intricate designs...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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5:02
What Is the Best Engineered Wood for Furniture?
Engineered wood, also known as composite wood, is a versatile and reliable material for furniture manufacturing. These products are precisely engineered and tested to meet strict standards, making them ideal for various applications. Our compre...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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7:06
Why Do We Love Shapr3D for Creating 3D Shapes in Our Designs?
At Mondoro, we always look for ways to improve ourselves and our designs. 3D design is crucial for product development in today's fast-paced world, especially at Mondoro. That’s why we’ve embraced Shapr3D to visualize intricate shapes and trans...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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10:04
What Are the Key Differences Between Import and Export Dynamics?
When we look at the world of import and export, it’s clear that this exchange shapes how countries develop and interact globally. The reasons for and the impact of these exchanges are deep and varied, touching almost every aspect of daily life ...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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9:47
How is AI Transforming Product Design? Our Top Picks and Personal Experience
When many people think of AI or artificial intelligence, they often view it negatively, assuming it can’t match human capabilities. While that may be true in some cases, one area where AI is making significant inroads is in product design. At M...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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9:55
