In this episode, Rico shares with us what happened with his company last year and plans for 2023. Rico will take us through his company's accomplishments in 2022 and give us insights into his company's vision for 2023, including new projects and initiatives they plan to undertake. In the Q&A portion, Rico will answer questions from our listeners: Difference between Western New Year and Chinese New Year the people do not know. Percentage of clients that recommend SFA’s services How long will it take for SFA to become familiar with a client’s account to take over the function Which of Rico ..read more

This week's episode was a first! We got the chance to interview a fan of the podcast, he reached to us via email, Rico met him for drinks in the Guangzhou IFC Tower and now he's guest on the show. His name is Ryan Flynn, he's a designer in NYC, who works for a multi-national sportswear brand as their Design Director - specifically in their athletic footwear department.  Topics Discussed Incl: When working with Chinese trading companies is actually the best option for you   What happens when your factory switches out materials on you   Dealing with China remotely   ..read more

DESCRIPTION #FromTheArchive Goals are important for business people. Goal setting is a method of determining what you would like to achieve in life and the specific actions you will take to reach your goals. As we approach the new year, Rico and ChinaMike talk about the importance of setting goals for the entrepreneurs. POINTS OF DISCUSSION One goal they succeeded and one goal they failed at last year and why. What they've learned about goal setting through trial and error Balancing realism and optimism How announcing your goals publicly holds you accountable ..read more

Rico talks to Aladdin Farre about the media industry in China. Aladin is a content producer who has worked in both China and France. He moved to China in 2015 and some years later founded a company called China Compass Productions with the aim to help content and stories cross borders. Rico and Aladin discussed what are the criteria in producing a good documentary and the difference of French and Chinese media. POINTS OF DISCUSSIONS Western media vs Chinese media China’s Dragon Stamp Foreign movies in China Where is China’s media industry going? Making content in China Useful skills in the m ..read more

DESCRIPTION Rico talks to Aladdin Farre about the media industry in China. Aladin is a content producer who has worked in both China and France. He moved to China in 2015 and some years later founded a company called China Compass Productions with the aim to help content and stories cross borders. Rico and Aladin discussed what are the criteria in producing a good documentary and the difference of French and Chinese media. POINTS OF DISCUSSIONS Types of documentary Moving to China Rico plans on making a documentary about his father What are the qualities of a good documentary How to stay rel ..read more

DESCRIPTION If you’re searching for something to watch or listen to, Rico and ChinaMike talk about the movies, series, and podcast that hooked them recently. POINTS OF DISCUSSION How young people use Discord Joe Rogan with Yeoman Park Rico and China Mike’s recommended content SFA Discord ..read more

DESCRIPTION What’s going on in China now? Rico and ChinaMike talk about random things about China. POINTS OF DISCUSSION Situation of Basketball in China Viewing Covid as common disease What the banks are doing during Covid Where is China going? Why Rico wants to stay in the Philippines for business? Business transitions in Covid Where SFA is heading? The SFA Discord Community ..read more

DESCRIPTION Rico talks to Evan Tate of Brutal Buddha before the launch of their new product line. Check out the great deal!!! POINTS OF DISCUSSION Brutal Buddha’s Mission Business journey and changes last year Lessons from the past year Business growth during Covid Product launch details Important qualities of leaders The story behind the new products Product line, Product deals What’s in the next 5 to 10 years ..read more

DESCRIPTION Rico talks to former employees, Luc and Vincent. They look back at their SFA days and how are they now. POINTS OF DISCUSSION Blockchain in Africa Frustrations in doing business in developing countries Living in different countries Why the Philippines is interesting to live in? Productivity in remote work Work from home or rent an office? Business milestones during the pandemic Changes in Rico’s work-life balance Dealing with burnout ..read more

DESCRIPTION Rico talks to former employees, Lucy and Vincent. They look back at their SFA days and how are they now. POINTS OF DISCUSSION Pros and Cons of living in 2 different countries as a kid On Relationships: finding someone with the same mindset Starting a company and Investments Love-Hate relationship with China SFA customer base Digital Assets Marketing Shift Expanding to the Philippines Rico talks about personal long term plans ..read more