The five most common mistakes by exporters and importers. 1. Lack of export/import business plan 2. Engaging in complicated transactions and chasing multiple orders 3. Failure to obtain export/import assistance (counseling) 4. Lack of sufficient commitment 5. Due diligence when selecting agent/distributors /suppliers Visit our Learning Center at http://www.stcinternational.us/learning-center for more resources on exporting and importing.

1. Mistakes Made by Exporters and Importers
Export Import Practices Knowledge Builder Minute
Tekle Sebhatu Ph.D
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2. Common Mistakes Made by
Exporters/Importers
 Lack of export/import business
plan
 Engaging in complicated
transactions and chasing
multiple orders
 Failure to obtain export/import
assistance (counseling)
 Lack of sufficient commitment
 Due diligence when selecting
agent/distributors /suppliers