The High Performance Podcast Want To Take Your Business Global? Real Advice From UK Founders Who Did It
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May 16, 2025 
Mark Burkett, a Trade Advisor at the UK Export Academy, shares his wealth of experience in helping businesses expand internationally. He discusses the common challenges faced in exporting, from shipping hurdles to cultural nuances. Panelists reflect on their transformative journeys, emphasizing the importance of support systems and strategic planning. The conversation highlights tenacity, passion, and communication as crucial elements for success in the global market, encouraging entrepreneurs to embrace both setbacks and opportunities.
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Lyndsay's Accidental Export Journey
- Lyndsay Mitcheson started making acrylic walking sticks after becoming a user and disliking existing ones.
- Early international orders surprised her and propelled her business into exporting while still learning the landscape.
Face Exporting Fear Head-On
- Fear is natural in exporting but should not stop you from starting your journey.
- The UK Export Academy offers empathetic guidance from people who have been exporters themselves.
Don't Wait to Go Global
- Don't wait to prove yourself locally; global demand for British products exists immediately.
- Understanding export compliance via the Export Academy builds confidence and mastery over shipping complexities.