u/Reeb_Elam

In my years of work as an exporter and an export import consultant i have spoken and mentored many individuals including students, professionals (wanting to switch their career), traders, farmers who all want to start their export import business.

The first thing they say is i need practical training. Yes, this makes sense and we all know that theory is just for passing examination and practical is for actual execution. But what is practical exposure in export import. In real it is a term which has been mostly misunderstood.

Many coaches or online trainers have used "PORT VISIT Included" for Marketing their online theoretical group classes. Where one day of the 2-3 days they hire a bus and take the members to a nearby port and show them the landscape.

This is a container yard, this is CFS, this is where the container gets loaded to the vessel etc etc etc.....Not sure what learning the members will get out of this. In real it is a picnic not a knowledge session.

I would consider a port visit completely useless on understanding export import.....

Let me tell you a hard truth... An exporter need not be in the port while the custom clearance happens, the loading takes place...... In fact, you are not allowed to go inside the port since these are all restricted areas.. Only licensed CHAs are allowed inside and those are the ones who handle your shipment. Hence they are paid in the process. That is why a CHA exists. He is an expert, he is the one who understands how to clear and what time to plan.

As new exporters, don't get sold for an online lie of "PORT VISIT"......

Now the key question - What is practical understanding in export import.?

Get to know the documents in real. Why does a commercial invoice, proforma invoice, packing list exists, what fields does it have., how to fill it. what details do you need...

How does a actual shipping bill look like... What are its uses...Where is it used.....How does a real Bill Of Lading work...What fields are in it....

Whom to contact for freight booking - container, air cargo...How can i trust them ,...Will they do a good job in operation and pricing.

How to plan my cargo from factory to port or airport....

How can i get a verified CHA who will take responsibility of my shipment and will give me fair pricing....

Who are my supplier....How can i trust him....Is the price right and fair as per market....What will be my margin....

Know the product in & out....the specs, varieties, packing standards, shelf life, storage, transportation, seasonality, demand, pricing etc etc....

All these above are practical learning as per me...

Don't get sold to the "PORT VISIT" marketing gimmick.

If this makes sense and if you are interested and serious, you can reach out to me in DM.

I provide all ready to use real documents and templates, verified industry contacts and practical roadmap for your to start your export shipment. The guarantee of you getting all the resources and materials needed to be a ready operational exporter.

If there are any questions, reach out or write down in the comments.

In my years of work as an exporter and an export import consultant i have spoken and mentored many individuals including students, professionals (wanting to switch their career), traders, farmers who all want to start their export import business.

The first thing they say is i need practical training. Yes, this makes sense and we all know that theory is just for passing examination and practical is for actual execution. But what is practical exposure in export import. In real it is a term which has been mostly misunderstood.

Many coaches or online trainers have used "PORT VISIT Included" for Marketing their online theoretical group classes. Where one day of the 2-3 days they hire a bus and take the members to a nearby port and show them the landscape.

This is a container yard, this is CFS, this is where the container gets loaded to the vessel etc etc etc.....Not sure what learning the members will get out of this. In real it is a picnic not a knowledge session.

I would consider a port visit completely useless on understanding export import.....

Let me tell you a hard truth... An exporter need not be in the port while the custom clearance happens, the loading takes place...... In fact, you are not allowed to go inside the port since these are all restricted areas.. Only licensed CHAs are allowed inside and those are the ones who handle your shipment. Hence they are paid in the process. That is why a CHA exists. He is an expert, he is the one who understands how to clear and what time to plan.

As new exporters, don't get sold for an online lie of "PORT VISIT"......

Now the key question - What is practical understanding in export import.?

Get to know the documents in real. Why does a commercial invoice, proforma invoice, packing list exists, what fields does it have., how to fill it. what details do you need...

How does a actual shipping bill look like... What are its uses...Where is it used.....How does a real Bill Of Lading work...What fields are in it....

Whom to contact for freight booking - container, air cargo...How can i trust them ,...Will they do a good job in operation and pricing.

How to plan my cargo from factory to port or airport....

How can i get a verified CHA who will take responsibility of my shipment and will give me fair pricing....

Who are my supplier....How can i trust him....Is the price right and fair as per market....What will be my margin....

Know the product in & out....the specs, varieties, packing standards, shelf life, storage, transportation, seasonality, demand, pricing etc etc....

All these above are practical learning as per me...

Don't get sold to the "PORT VISIT" marketing gimmick.

If this makes sense and if you are interested and serious, you can reach out to me in DM.

I provide all ready to use real documents and templates, verified industry contacts and practical roadmap for your to start your export shipment. The guarantee of you getting all the resources and materials needed to be a ready operational exporter.

If there are any questions, reach out or write down in the comments.

I’m posting this on behalf of a highly experienced professional in Bengaluru who is currently exploring opportunities with exporters, international trading companies, logistics companies, freight forwarders, supply-chain organizations, or international businesses looking to build/expand their India operations.

He brings 8+ years of hands-on experience managing international export operations.

His export/logistics exposure includes:

• End-to-end export operations — from buyer enquiry to shipment execution
• International Air & Sea freight
• Freight forwarder, CHA, shipping line and airline coordination
• Export documentation and customs processes
• Shipment planning and container utilization
• Export costing, commercial quotations and freight optimization
• Incoterms — FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW
• International payment terms — LC, TT, Advance, CAD
• Certificate of Origin, Shipping Bills, BL, AWB and regulatory documentation
• Coordination with overseas buyers, suppliers, inspection agencies and government authorities
• Export compliance and country-specific import requirements
• Experience across fresh fruits & vegetables, spices, processed foods, home appliances and industrial machinery
• International markets including Europe, Middle East and other destinations

He is based in Bengaluru and is open to:

• Full-time roles
• Remote opportunities
• Export/International Business Operations
• Logistics & Supply Chain roles
• Representing an Indian or international company from Bengaluru
• Consulting / India market representation opportunities

I’m posting here because this community has professionals and companies from across India and internationally.

If your company is looking for someone who can actually understand and manage the practical side of international trade and logistics, rather than just coordinate paperwork, I’d be happy to connect you with him.

DM me and I can share his CV / connect you directly.

Thanks to the community for any leads, referrals or introductions.

We are opening a limited number of discussions with serious entrepreneurs, HNIs and business professionals who are looking to invest in and build an export-oriented manufacturing business in India.

Please note this is not an export course, franchise, or generic business consultation.

We work as export business consultants, helping clients understand the product, the industry and the opportunity and set up the manufacturing/export operation, and take the project to an operational stage where the business can be managed and scaled by the owner/team.

We have project focused on producing top demand raw materials for the following sectors:

• Cosmetics & personal care
• Nutraceuticals
• Pharma
• Food

Typical project investments can start around ₹1–2 crore, with larger investments possible depending on the product, manufacturing capacity, regulatory requirements and market opportunity.

The engagement can cover the journey from business concept to manufacturing setup to export readiness to operational handover.

The objective is simple:

Build a real business that can manufacture, export and operate — not just prepare a project report.

This is specifically for people who:

• Have the financial capacity to invest
• Are seriously considering entering manufacturing/export
• Want to build a business rather than simply buy an investment product
• Are looking for professional guidance to reduce the learning curve and execution risk
• Are open to investing ₹1–2 Cr, depending on the project

I work in the export ecosystem and have been involved in building and advising export businesses across perishables, spices, processed food and consumer products, while working with entrepreneurs and HNI-level clients exploring export opportunities.

If you are seriously exploring this, DM me with a brief introduction about yourself, your background and the kind of investment/business you are considering.

I can then set up a one-on-one discussion to understand what you're looking to build and whether there is a suitable opportunity to work together.

Appreciate your time.

I’m posting this on behalf of a highly experienced professional in Bengaluru who is currently exploring opportunities with exporters, international trading companies, logistics companies, freight forwarders, supply-chain organizations, or international businesses looking to build/expand their India operations.

He brings 8+ years of hands-on experience managing international export operations.

His export/logistics exposure includes:

• End-to-end export operations — from buyer enquiry to shipment execution
• International Air & Sea freight
• Freight forwarder, CHA, shipping line and airline coordination
• Export documentation and customs processes
• Shipment planning and container utilization
• Export costing, commercial quotations and freight optimization
• Incoterms — FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW
• International payment terms — LC, TT, Advance, CAD
• Certificate of Origin, Shipping Bills, BL, AWB and regulatory documentation
• Coordination with overseas buyers, suppliers, inspection agencies and government authorities
• Export compliance and country-specific import requirements
• Experience across fresh fruits & vegetables, spices, processed foods, home appliances and industrial machinery
• International markets including Europe, Middle East and other destinations

He is based in Bengaluru and is open to:

• Full-time roles
• Remote opportunities
• Export/International Business Operations
• Logistics & Supply Chain roles
• Representing an Indian or international company from Bengaluru
• Consulting / India market representation opportunities

I’m posting here because this community has professionals and companies from across India and internationally.

If your company is looking for someone who can actually understand and manage the practical side of international trade and logistics, rather than just coordinate paperwork, I’d be happy to connect you with him.

DM me and I can share his CV / connect you directly.

Thanks to the community for any leads, referrals or introductions.

I’m posting this on behalf of a highly experienced professional in Bengaluru who is currently exploring opportunities with exporters, international trading companies, logistics companies, freight forwarders, supply-chain organizations, or international businesses looking to build/expand their India operations.

He brings 19+ years of overall professional experience, including 11 years in leadership roles and 8+ years of hands-on experience managing international export operations.

His export/logistics exposure includes:

• End-to-end export operations — from buyer enquiry to shipment execution
• International Air & Sea freight
• Freight forwarder, CHA, shipping line and airline coordination
• Export documentation and customs processes
• Shipment planning and container utilization
• Export costing, commercial quotations and freight optimization
• Incoterms — FOB, CIF, CFR, EXW
• International payment terms — LC, TT, Advance, CAD
• Certificate of Origin, Shipping Bills, BL, AWB and regulatory documentation
• Coordination with overseas buyers, suppliers, inspection agencies and government authorities
• Export compliance and country-specific import requirements
• Experience across fresh fruits & vegetables, spices, processed foods, home appliances and industrial machinery
• International markets including Europe, Middle East and other destinations

He is based in Bengaluru and is open to:

• Full-time roles
• Remote opportunities
• Export/International Business Operations
• Logistics & Supply Chain roles
• Representing an Indian or international company from Bengaluru
• Consulting / India market representation opportunities

I’m posting here because this community has professionals and companies from across India and internationally.

If your company is looking for someone who can actually understand and manage the practical side of international trade and logistics, rather than just coordinate paperwork, I’d be happy to connect you with him.

DM me and I can share his CV / connect you directly.

Thanks to the community for any leads, referrals or introductions.

Stop asking for buyers or importers! No one can provide you buyers and will one will. This is the brutal truth.

No coaches, exporters, businessmen will be able to give you buyers. If someone says they will give you buyer or a database or list, they are lying to you and possibly a scam. This is because

1. Nobody is going to share their buyer with you.

2. Even if they do promise you a buyer list it will be a generic list of email (info@company.com or admin@company.com) & phone no. (generic reception/board number). With these details you will not be able to crack a deal. All your emails will go to junk and calls will not be answered by the right decision maker.

The biggest mistake that new exporters do is look for buyers even before they have a product finalized, company setup, get all the documents, understood the process and have every knowledge on how to execute a shipment (logistics & clearance).

Lets say by your luck (one in a thousand) you get a response from a buyer and he asks for product quotation and pricing, you will not be in a position to reply and get the business since you don't have any setup or know the process. By the time you have setup and understand every process and have all the documents, your potential buyer had moved on with others. He is not looking for an amateur exporter instead he needs professionalism and experience.

Once you are ready with the setup and all the process, buyer finding is seamless and importers will gain the trust and will be immediately ready to work with you.

If this makes sense, the bottom line is to be ready with all the knowledge on product, process, documentation and the entire process before you actively start looking for buyers.

Based on my years of experience, this is the real scenario and situation with new exporters and success is when we realise this and get ready with the right foundation.

Dm if you are serious and want to join the export community and get access to the right guidance based on real life experience.

Comment if you have any questions.

Representing India at the metal holy ground was Midhaven with a fresh Indian classical metal sound.

They seemed tight and sounded great. Can we make the top 5 this time out of the 31 bands from 31 countries.

A band named Novelization (Netherlands) were fantastic today imo.

Also a band from Japan named Given by the flames. Powerful they were....

Did you watch them live? Thoughts?

It would be great to have your thoughts on this. What do you think will get you started and run your export company? What according to you is most important.

What would you like to understand better in the stage where you are in?

Company setup

Product Selection & knowledge

Understanding on documents & certifications

Industry contacts - Frieght/CHA etc

Knowledge on custom clearance, port registration

Mode of transport - Container handling and logistics

Bank communications

Buyer Finding

Any other?

Put in your thoughts and discussion/questions.

Think about careers, we usually think of software, finance, marketing or medicine.

But there is one field no one's talking about.

it is International Trade. A world of export import.

Behind every shipment are real people.....not just business owners, but professionals handling international sales, logistics, export documentation, customs, procurement, compliance and supply chains.

I stumbled into this industry years ago and honestly, I wish someone had told me about it when I was in college.

If you're someone who's wondering what's next after college, or looking for a career that's different from the usual options, spend a little time understanding international trade.

Has anyone here considered International Trade as a career? Or is this the first time you're hearing about it?

No, It's not only running a export import company or operating logistics or freight forwarding company... There are different roles inside the huge shipping, logistics and maritime industry...

I had this plan and wanted to execute it for a long time.

A weekend event of metalheads bike ride.

Here is how it works.

You bring your bike. Ride solo.

Max 20 to 25 bikes. Starting from Bengaluru on a Saturday early morning. Breakfast on the highway.

Destination: Sakleshpur/Chikmagalur or any other TBD.

Stay at a serene homestay or resort inclusive of food and bed.

Night gathering at the fire pit, jam sessions, metal discussions, listening sessions.

Sleep and next morning post breakfast ride back to Bengaluru. Reach by Sunday evening.

Disperse.

Self funded and BYOB concept! Metal Tshirt snd Jeans.

Road assistance: A bike mechanic and helper support the journey.

Safety car(s) to be along - Carrying speakers, music jam instruments etc.

Your thoughts/suggestions to make this a reality.

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We have built, branded and run and have a clear roadmap. It is a unique model with great potential. Not supply to restaurants, wholesale trading etc.

Potential collaborators.

We have:

* A working business model * Standard operating process * Supplier network - Our own boat connects in the coast * Branding & packaging plan * Menu and pricing worked out * Franchise roadmap * Marketing ideas * Equipment list and setup plan

We even operated it for a while. We paused not because the model didn't work, but because scaling required budget than we could commit at the time.

The opportunity is still there. The biggest advantage is that its a lean, low investment side business with a clear roadmap already in place.....I'm looking for people who are genuinely interested in exploring this with us—not investors, but people who want to build and operate the business.

if this interests you, DM me. Happy to share more details and discuss if we can sync on common ground and thoughts.

PS: It is a side project at this point with a clear roadmap......This is not a scheme or a vague business pitch. Real ground level operation.

Someone who have run a business or have good idea of the reality and ready to put some good effort is an ideal fit.

I play acoustic guitar. i'm comfortable with the instrument. But singing is something i think im not good at and majorly have not been confident. When i listen to my recording i don't like it. I think i have more nasal voice and the range is not at all good and go off key.

Been mostly self taught. I believe an instrument when you spend time with it you get comfortable with it and eventually master it. But not singing - you need direction on methods & techniques.

My biggest short term goal is to get better and sound good singing so that im confident to sing anywhere. I love rock and grunge songs.

I have made up my mind to start the vocal journey and have been doing breathing exercises from past 25 days daily without miss. Mostly inhale with mouth (diaphragm breathing) and exhale via nose (5 mins) and exhale hiss (10 mins)....

The next step i m thinking is to sing with scales la la and lip roll and things..... I use the app called SWIFT SCALES.

these are largely roadmap i have got from information in the internet.

Would love to hear from you all. Advise, Direction - Things to avoid, things to do....etc.

I have 5 more months to get better.....to sing....alice in chains, audioslave, metallica, Staind and what not...

Appreciate it..

Figuring out the key of the song is a superpower in guitar i would imagine. If there is a new song you haven't heard, do you figure out yourself or look at the chord chart.

If you figure out the key on your own what is the approach you follow.

Also, how do you figure out the chord progressions in the song?

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The plan is to get to know the metal following in our region and to grow in whatever ways possible. This will help to create a community in the coming days. Comment in the details.

Your Location:

Favourite metal band:

Favourite genre of Metal:

Song that got you into metal: