The Alibaba App Complete User Guide

Name: The Alibaba App Complete User Guide
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Learn Everything The Alibaba App Has To Offer To Get The Most Out It. International Trade & Commerce Everywhere You Go!

Created byDanny Guerin

Last updated 9/2018

English

What you'll learn

Students will have sound knowledge of the Alibaba app and all of its features.
Be able to source products from Alibaba using the app.
Know how to source products safely and securely on Alibaba with reputable suppliers
Be able to confidently communicate with suppliers on Alibaba using the app.

Course content

6 sections • 27 lectures • 1h 6m total length

Welcome & Introduction1:13
Welcome! Thank you for taking the time to check out this mini course covering the Alibaba.com App. In this lecture I will introduce myself and give you a brief overview of the course and what you will be learning.
What Is The Alibaba App & Where to Download It?0:58
The Alibaba.com app is one of the most powerful importing tools you can have. It is completely free and we will covering some of its main features and where you can get it from in this lecture.
Course Resources To Maximise Your Learning!4:07
Having a course is great but having additional learning resources that accompany the source is awesome! I have an awesome website and social media following that will take your learning to the next level.
There is also a weekly free webinar if you are looking to get started in private labelling products.
A Guided Tour Of The Alibaba App3:09
Welcome to a full guided tour of the Alibaba.com App. Here I will take through all of the features this amazing tool has to offer and how it benefits you in sourcing products for your business.
Your Jump Start Assignment0:58

Request For Quotation (RFQ) Service1:43
R.F.Q stands for Request For Quotation and is a super fast, time saving way to source products by getting the factories to come to you. Just fill out out a simple form and let Alibaba.com do all the work.
RFQ Form Overview5:12
Getting to grips with the RFQ form is relatively simple but combined with this tutorial you will be able to make full use of all its features.
In-App RFQ Form Step By Step1:40
Here is compete tutorial on how to use the RFQ Form In-App so you can get supplier quotes anywhere anytime.
RFQ One Click Sourcing Tool4:37
The one click sourcing tool is a must when researching and sourcing products. Being a browser extension it will sit in your toolbar and with one click will be able to source products from multiple different marketplaces and bring them up on Alibaba.com.
Get Awesome Bargains to Resell With Homepage Deals2:04
The special offers section is great place to get bargains to sell. This will improve your profit margins and the MOQ's are often extremely low.
Complete Product Listing Overview3:44
There are a lot of different metrics, badges and figures on a standard Alibaba listing. Check out this tutorial where we will be covering what it all means and how to use that information to maximise results.
Product Listing Categories3:07
There is one fact that is inescapable. Alibaba.com is HUGE! There are hundreds of thousands of suppliers and millions of listings. This can be very daunting when just starting so I have made this tutorial to show how to filter the results down to just what you are looking for and also provide the best and safest options.

How To Select Good Suppliers0:39
Searching and selecting the right supplier is a crucial step and Alibaba has made it easier than ever. With this set of search tools and figures you can use to help aid your decision process.
Alibaba Gold Suppliers 1011:32
A Gold Supplier is the pretty much the minimum standard you want to be looking at when selecting a supplier. This means that they have been checked by Alibaba and there will also be an figure stating the amount of years they have been operating which adds to their credibility.
Gold Plus Suppliers 1014:32
The Gold Plus Supplier is a new standard that suppliers are being asked to meet by Alibaba.com. This is much more challenging to attain that the Gold Supplier rating as suppliers need to go through much more rigorous checks and inspections. Get all the details here.
Supplier Response Rate1:22
Response Rate is a very important metric for getting quick results and can also give you information on how your relationship with a supplier will be in the future. Response rates are displayed in the product listing and in this lecture we will cover what they mean and how to utilise them.
Alibaba Supplier Onsite Checks3:24
Onsite checks are either performed by Alibaba.com or a 3rd party service. They provide sellers with the reassurance needed to do business with a supplier and know they are legitimate.

How To Contact Suppliers1:34
In this tutorial we will cover what to say to supplier when first reaching out. This can be a daunting time if you have never done it before but it really is nothing to worry about.
What To Look For In a Supplier Response2:09
When you start communicating with a factory, first impressions are everything. So it's important not only for you to get it right but for the supplier to as well. Here we are going to cover what to look when communicating with suppliers.
How To Trade Safely Online1:05
Being able to do business in a safe, easy, reliable manner is Alibaba.com's main goal and the app epitomises this in making every step of the importing process safe and accessible.
Trade Assurance3:32
By using the Trade Assurance tool you will be able to safely pay suppliers ensure that delivery is on time and get a 30 day money back guarantee.
What to Say When Contacting Suppliers5:09
In this lecture I will go over the exact script I use when contacting suppliers. Please note that this should be changed to suit your needs but will get the job done and open up a good line of communication.
Trade Term Meanings1:38
Here we will cover what terms like MOQ or FOB mean.

Messaging Service Overview3:05
The messaging tool is perfect for the Alibaba.com app as it means you can contact suppliers from anywhere at any time in multiple languages. With video chat coming very soon, communicating with suppliers has never been better or easier.
Message Translation2:17
If your supplier struggles with a second language use the Alibaba translate tool get your conversation translated in real time. Supported languages are Mandarin Chinese, Russian, Spanish and English with more coming soon.
Microphone Dictation0:57
Got a lot to say? Then don't worry about typing it. Use the dictation tool to record the message and automatically, send it straight to your supplier.

Requirements

You will need a mobile device to install the Alibaba app.
Having a basic understanding of what Alibaba is would be good but not essential.
Be eager to learn, ask questions and get involved with the community on and off Udemy.

Description

Learn How to use the Alibaba app to source products, communicate with suppliers and have international trade at your finger tips all of the time.

The eCommerce revolution is happening! Amazon, eBay and other massive marketplaces are taking over! Retail will soon be dead and everyone will be buying the majority of their products online.

I type that phrase at the top of all my course descriptions related to import export and international trade. Why? Because its true and eCommerce is growing at an incredible rate.

If you are selling on Amazon, eBay, on the high street or as a wholesaler then having constant access to the worlds biggest directory of suppliers is not only amazing but essential.

Now you will be able to communicate with these suppliers, make orders and manage shipments all from your mobile device.

The Alibaba app is so powerful it will even translate what you're typing to your supplier into Chinese or a selection of other languages to enhance communication even more.

Here is what you'll learn and be able to implement into your business from any device.

Request For Quotation (RFQ) - Be able to source any product and have the suppliers come to you. With the Alibaba RFQ service you can fill out one simple form stating your product requirements, submit it and have qualified, interested suppliers contact you with quotes and how they can help you with your project.
Product Listing Knowledge - This course doesn't just show you the features of the Alibaba app but how to use them in a safe and secure manner. When souring products and assessing suppliers to do business with, their listings will tell you a lot about them. We cover what to look for and what all the filters and features mean on the app including the Gold Plus Supplier rating.
Getting The Best Supplier - Finding the best supplier for your product or project is essential. Alibaba has embraced this and made it super easy to find the best options available with a host of search features and tools. We also use samples and a range of other pointer to assess suppliers and keep you on the right track.
Contacting Suppliers - Being able to contact and communicate with suppliers quickly, safely and easily is essential. We will cover the amazing tools Alibaba provides, communication techniques to get better results and what to look for in a suppliers response to your outreach.
Trade Assurance - Trade assurance is an escrow service provided by Alibaba for free. It enables you to buy products from suppliers completely risk free and has a 30 day money back guarantee. You can make Trade Assurance orders from your device using the app and we go step by step through the process.

It's rare to find an website that has the capabilities and powerful tools that Alibaba has and to have access to them on the website and mobile device for free is amazing.

So if you are ready to get started and take the trade and commerce side of your business to the next level... Join Now For FREE!

Who this course is for:

People looking to source products on Alibaba from any location.
Business owners that need a mobile solution to sourcing and shipping products.
Aspiring eCommerce sellers who are wanting to master Alibaba.
Entrepreneurs that like to run their business from the sofa on the iPad ;)

The Alibaba App Complete User Guide

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Introduction5 lectures • 10min

Alibaba App - Find products7 lectures • 22min

Listing Filters & Data5 lectures • 11min

App Tutorials6 lectures • 15min

Supplier Messaging & Communication Features3 lectures • 6min

Conclusion1 lecture • 1min

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