Global Trade Gal
The Global Trade Gal Podcast gives international entrepreneurship, trade, business, and supply chain management advice. The Global Trade Gal - Anita - has over 30 years of experience living and working overseas as an entrepreneur. The Global Trade Gal podcast gives information, stories, advice - anything to do with entrepreneurship, trade, supply chain management, living and working overseas, creating, developing, and manufacturing home decor and home furnishing products. Anita’s company, Mondoro, sponsors the Global Trade Gal podcast; Mondoro designs, develops, and manufactures home decor and home furnishing products for the US market. To find out more about Anita and Mondoro, you can visit their website at Mondoro.com.
Episodes
153 episodes
How Does Acacia Wood Compare to Teak? Insights from Vietnamese Furniture Production
Join us as we dive into the qualities of Acacia and Teak wood and their unique roles in Vietnamese furniture making. Discover the ideal settings for each wood type, as well as our experiences at Mondoro, where we prefer Teak for outdoor pieces ...
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Season 4
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Episode 32
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8:17
How Can You Master The Art of Packing for Product Safety?
Think about the last time you eagerly awaited a package, imagining that moment when you finally open it. Packing is not just about keeping a product from bouncing around; it’s about ensuring your items arrive safely and intact. From factory to ...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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8:24
Is Acacia Wood as Good as Teak? 10 Key Differences Explored
When choosing wood for furniture, two popular options often come to mind: Acacia and Teak. Both types of wood offer unique characteristics and benefits, making them ideal for different applications. In this episode, we explore the origins, manu...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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6:31
How Is the Sweet Romance Trend Reviving Floral Elegance and Charm?
As we watch the latest catwalks in Europe and the United States, it’s evident that floral motifs are making a stylish comeback. This trend signals a return to the elegance and charm of the past, where soft, romantic colors and intricate designs...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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5:02
What Is the Best Engineered Wood for Furniture?
Engineered wood, also known as composite wood, is a versatile and reliable material for furniture manufacturing. These products are precisely engineered and tested to meet strict standards, making them ideal for various applications. Our compre...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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7:06
Why Do We Love Shapr3D for Creating 3D Shapes in Our Designs?
At Mondoro, we always look for ways to improve ourselves and our designs. 3D design is crucial for product development in today's fast-paced world, especially at Mondoro. That’s why we’ve embraced Shapr3D to visualize intricate shapes and trans...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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10:04
What Are the Key Differences Between Import and Export Dynamics?
When we look at the world of import and export, it’s clear that this exchange shapes how countries develop and interact globally. The reasons for and the impact of these exchanges are deep and varied, touching almost every aspect of daily life ...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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9:47
How is AI Transforming Product Design? Our Top Picks and Personal Experience
When many people think of AI or artificial intelligence, they often view it negatively, assuming it can’t match human capabilities. While that may be true in some cases, one area where AI is making significant inroads is in product design. At M...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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9:55
How Do We Use Procreate and 3D Design for Home Decor?
At Mondoro, we believe we have developed a unique home decor and product design process. While our approach is tailored for home decor, it can easily be adapted for various other types of product design. Central to our process is the seamless i...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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9:52
What is the Nature’s Embrace Trend and How Does It Promote Harmony with Nature?
At Mondoro, we’re excited to share our latest trend: “Nature’s Embrace.” The Nature Embrace trend draws inspiration from the raw beauty of bamboo, rattan, wood, soil, and roots, crafting a palette that mirrors nature’s elegance and encourages a...
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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9:05
What Makes Rattan the Perfect Choice for Home Decor?
Discover why rattan’s natural aesthetic remains crucial in home decor and interior design, consistently appealing to consumers and designers. Its organic texture and warm tones seamlessly blend with various decor styles, offering a timeless and...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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8:53
What's Behind Interior Design? Insightful Definitions
Step into the world of Interior Design with Anita on Global Trade Gal! Discover how creating living spaces can reflect individual personalities, the spirit of an era, and the essence of numerous cultures. This exploration goes beyond aesthetics...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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9:22
Is Apple’s Overseas Service Really That Bad?
Join Anita on Global Trade Gal as she dives into the challenges of Apple's overseas service. I spend most of my time living and working in Hanoi, Vietnam, but even though I am here, I tend to buy many electronic products, including my Apple pro...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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12:10
How Do the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals Impact Business? – Part 2
Join Anita, the host of Global Trade Gal, for the second part of our insightful series on "How Do the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals Impact Business?". The 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a universal call to ac...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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10:21
How Do the UN's 17 Sustainable Development Goals Impact Business?
Join Anita as she delves into the impact of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals on business, exploring how these goals shape the global landscape and present new opportunities for sustainable growth. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussio...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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12:30
Lamps vs. Lighting: What's the Real Difference?
When people are looking to manufacture lamps or lighting, there can be a lot of confusion between the two terms. While they might seem similar, there are distinct differences between what constitutes a lamp and what is considered lighting. Unde...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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9:00
Why Are '80s Trends Making a Comeback in Home Decor?
Trends in fashion and design are cyclical. They often revisit the aesthetics of previous decades with a fresh perspective. If you are around long enough, you will start to see these cycles return again and again. Recently, there’s been a notice...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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9:38
Reclaimed vs. Recycled Wood: What Are the Differences, Similarities, and Home Decor Applications?
Join Anita on Timber Talks as we explore the fascinating world of reclaimed and recycled wood, uncovering their differences, similarities, and how they can transform your home decor. Wood is pivotal in traditional and contemporary interior desi...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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9:28
Why Do Import and Export Restrictions Matter?
Have you ever wondered why countries have so many rules about what goods can come in and out? It’s not all about economics or health. Around the globe, governments carefully regulate trade to keep their people safe, protect the environment, and...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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12:35
Trade Waves: Exploring Global Container Shipping Rates
Join Anita, host of Global Trade Gal, as we dive into the complexities of fluctuating container shipping rates. For professionals in the global supply chain, stability often feels elusive, particularly when it comes to these essential costs. De...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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10:45
Brushing Brilliance: Procreate Power for Product Designers
Join Anita, your host from Global Trade Gal, as we delve into the world of product design where countless tools vie for attention. Amidst the giants like Adobe Photoshop stands a quiet powerhouse: Procreate on the iPad. As a designer in the hom...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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10:04
Design Insights: Navigating Ethnographic Research for Product Innovation
Join Anita on Global Trade Gal as she explores the intricate world of ethnographic research in product design. Discover how proficient designers blend research and intuition to craft user-centric solutions. Dive into the art of integrating ethn...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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9:55
Innovative Design Fusion: Shapr3D & Procreate in Home Decor
In the world of design, the collaboration between cutting-edge software can truly revolutionize the creative process. Join Anita on Global Trade Gal as she delves into the seamless integration of Shapr3D and Procreate for home decor and f...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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9:49
Color Chronicles: Pantone's Palette Picks and Global Trends
Join Anita on Global Trade Gal as we delve into the significance of Pantone's Color of the Year announcement. Discover why this annual reveal captivates media attention worldwide and why it matters beyond aesthetics. From cultural influences to...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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9:33
Design Dynamics: Exploring the 3 Traits of Top Product Designers
Join Anita on Global Trade Gal as she explores the world of successful Product Designers. Having collaborated with exceptional talents, Anita sheds light on the common traits they embody. Discover the significance of understanding users and the...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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10:07
