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You’re considering a career in import/export operations. How can you know if it’s right for you?

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If you are looking for a dynamic and rewarding career that involves global trade, cultural diversity, and strategic planning, you might be interested in import/export operations. This is the field of managing the flow of goods and services across borders, complying with various regulations, and optimizing costs and efficiency. But how can you know if this career is right for you? Here are some questions to ask yourself and some tips to get started.

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Juan Diego Cano García

Director Legal | Abogado beta en transformación | Comercio internacional | Derecho aduanero | Docente de posgrados |…

1 What are your skills and interests?

Import/export operations require a combination of hard and soft skills, such as communication, negotiation, problem-solving, research, analysis, and organization. You also need to be adaptable, flexible, and curious about different markets, cultures, and trends. You should have a good command of English and at least one other language, preferably related to your target regions. You should also be comfortable with using technology and software tools to manage data, documents, and logistics.

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Juan Diego Cano García

Director Legal | Abogado beta en transformación | Comercio internacional | Derecho aduanero | Docente de posgrados | Speaker y moderador | Legal manager
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Si te fascina saber cómo los productos de tu marca favorita viajan la carrera en comercio exterior podría ser tu llamado. ?Te emociona la idea de que un contenedor cruce océanos solo para entregar ese gadget que “necesitas”? ?Te sientes como pez en el agua en un mar de legislación aduanera y tarifas? Si tu respuesta es “sí”, y además tienes la capacidad sobrehumana de mantener la calma mientras el resto corre en círculos durante una crisis aduanera, entonces, ?felicidades! Estás hecho para esto. Ten en cuenta que las aduanas requiere una mezcla única de paciencia zen y la habilidad de hacer malabares con múltiples tareas mientras bailas al ritmo de los cambios de última hora!

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Vinicius Casas

Trader | Comércio Internacional, MBA em Negócios Internacionais, Logística Internacional
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You like to solve puzzles and an active work environment, Import/Export operations are complex, with a lot of factors that contribute to the whole, so you depend a lot on other people and business, so being communicative and inquisitive is a must.

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2 What are your goals and values?

Import/export operations can offer you various opportunities to advance your career, depending on your goals and values. You can work for different types of organizations, such as manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, trading companies, freight forwarders, customs brokers, or government agencies. You can also specialize in different sectors, such as agriculture, textiles, electronics, or automotive. You can also choose to work in different locations, either locally or internationally, depending on your preferences and availability. You should consider what kind of work environment, culture, and impact you want to have in your career.

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Vinicius Casas

Trader | Comércio Internacional, MBA em Negócios Internacionais, Logística Internacional
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More often than not, Import/Export is a high attention demanding and active workplace, you can tailor your career to steer off it as good as you can, but it is a commonplace. Industry is usually the calmest place to work in Import/Export, and international logistics the most chaotic, as you depend on several factors, almost all of them out of your control.

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3 What are the challenges and risks?

Import/export operations can also pose some challenges and risks that you should be aware of and prepared for. You will have to deal with complex and changing regulations, tariffs, quotas, and sanctions that affect trade. You will also have to cope with uncertainties and disruptions caused by factors such as weather, politics, security, or health. You will also have to manage multiple stakeholders, such as suppliers, customers, carriers, agents, and authorities, and ensure that they are satisfied and compliant. You will also have to keep up with the competition and innovation in the industry.

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Vinicius Casas

Trader | Comércio Internacional, MBA em Negócios Internacionais, Logística Internacional
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Being adaptable is the key in this area, you'll need to solve a lot of complex situations, and being prepared to think outside the box is a must in this scenario. Be mindful of the world around you as it can affect you, pay attention to the news, politics, weather and so on.

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4 How can you learn and grow?

Import/export operations can also provide you with many opportunities to learn and grow as a professional and as a person. You can acquire new knowledge and skills through formal education, training, certification, or mentoring. You can also expand your network and exposure through trade associations, events, publications, or social media. You can also seek feedback and improvement through performance reviews, benchmarks, or best practices. You can also explore new markets and opportunities through research, analysis, or testing.

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Vinicius Casas

Trader | Comércio Internacional, MBA em Negócios Internacionais, Logística Internacional
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You should learn through formal education, but mastering requires hands-on approach, internship goes a long way, as real life situations can help you grasp the concepts a lot better.

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5 How can you get started?

If you are convinced that import/export operations are right for you, or if you want to find out more, you can take some steps to get started. One of the best ways to gain experience and insight into the field is to do an internship with an import/export company or organization. You can look for internships online, through your school, or through your network. You can also create your own portfolio or resume that showcases your skills and interests in import/export operations. You can also reach out to people who are already working in the field and ask them for advice or referrals.

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Vinicius Casas

Trader | Comércio Internacional, MBA em Negócios Internacionais, Logística Internacional
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Talk to some people in the area, they can paint you a better and real picture, as most of the time people have a wrong impression about the Import/Export and logistics world.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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1 What are your skills and interests?

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4 How can you learn and grow?

5 How can you get started?

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4 How can you learn and grow?

5 How can you get started?

6 Here’s what else to consider

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