#144: How to Build an International Online Business When English Is Not Your Native Language

February 12, 2018

#144: How to Build an International Online Business When English Is Not Your Native Language

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It’s not uncommon for online entrepreneurs to want to expand their business into different language markets. If you’ve ever thought about transitioning your business into English-speaking countries, you may be wondering what steps you need to take to successfully launch into this new marketplace. You may be thinking that a business in a different language will be more of a challenge or not as successful as sticking with your native language.
In this episode, I talk about how starting a business in English can be easier than starting one in your native language. I also discuss the importance of overcoming negative beliefs, the challenges you may face and how to overcome them, as well as the importance of surrounding yourself with other like-minded entrepreneurs to help you achieve your goals.
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In This Episode of The Sigrun Show:

  • Overcoming mindset and self-belief challenges when starting a business as a non-native English international entrepreneur
  • The challenges of expanding your already successful, native-language business into the English marketplace and how to overcome them
  • Surrounding yourself with other international entrepreneurs
  • Transitioning into the English language marketplace
  • Sharing your plans and ideas with your community in advance
  • Why it’s not recommended to allow Facebook to translate your posts
  • Building your email list in English
  • Running Facebook ads within your own – and neighboring – countries

Key Takeaways:

  1. Pick a single language for your business.
  2. Consider your bilingual skills as an asset, not a drawback.
  3. Redo and/or translate your best content.
  4. Start an email list in English.

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