How I Met 12 Qualified Buyers at Canton Fair

Sample follow-up timing makes or breaks deals. Send tracking immediately. Confirm arrival. Ask about test results after one week. Check if adjustments are needed after two weeks. Many orders die during sampling because no one followed up at the right time.

Client follow-up is the most patience-testing part of export sales. Many beginners bombard buyers with 'Have you decided?' messages, which only pushes them away. The right approach is to provide new value with each touch: industry news, product updates, or market intelligence.

When a client says 'Your price is too high,' don't rush to lower it. Understand whether they genuinely think it's expensive or they're conditioning you. Ask about their target price, their primary market, and who they currently buy from. Gather information first, then respond.