Navigating International Trade with Insights from Kimberly Kirkendall

Here are the episode highlights from my conversation with Kimberly Kirkendall:

1. The Balance of Visionary and Analytical People in Successful Companies Timestamp: [06:10] - Kimberly Kirkendall emphasizes the importance of having a balanced team with both visionary and analytical individuals. This balance is crucial for driving innovation while also managing day-to-day operations effectively.

2. Launch of the "International Trade Resources" PodcastnTimestamp: [11:25] - Kimberly discusses her opportunistic decision to start the "International Trade Resources" podcast, driven by her passion for teaching and sharing knowledge on international business challenges. The podcast covers a range of topics like export compliance, freight bills, and distributor agreements.

3. Overcoming Early Challenges in Consulting Timestamp: [21:50] - Kimberly shares the struggles she faced when starting her consulting business, including securing paying clients and managing deal flow. She emphasizes the importance of having a three to five year runway and the necessity of balancing projects.

4. Value of Corporate Experience in Consulting Timestamp: [26:30] - Her extensive corporate experience endowed her with the knowledge, expertise, and credibility needed to succeed in her consulting career. She highlights that years spent in the corporate world provide consultants with essential skills and insights needed to provide real value to clients.

5. Technical Proficiency and Resourcefulness Timestamp: [31:15] - Kimberly highlights the importance of being technically proficient and continuously improving one's skill set. Her story illustrates that a lack of resources can drive resourcefulness and ingenuity, key components in overcoming challenges and achieving success in any career.

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