The Intuit Quickbook Interview: Why Small Businesses Are Poised To Expand Big Time Overseas

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Below I discuss seven questions with Suzanne Kearns for Intuit Quickbooks:

1. How much in U.S. goods gets exported each year, and has that figure increased in recent years?
2. Are there indicators that show when a small business is ready for global trade?
3. How should business owners determine which markets to expand in?
4. What are some things business owners can do to attract foreign buyers to their website?
5. How should business owners handle foreign currency transactions?
6. What should small business owners know about shipping products overseas?
7. Where can business owners learn about customs duties and foreign taxes?

Read the interview: Can Your Small Business Expand to a Global Market?