00:00 Introduction

03:18 Overview of Flexport and its Services

08:09 Differences between Flexport and Shopify in Fulfillment

10:04 Utilizing Real-Time Data for Supply Chain Planning

14:47 The Importance of Visibility and Communication in Logistics

17:56 Challenges in the Freight Forwarding Industry

18:25 Choosing the Hardest Businesses and the Value of Simplifying to Amplify

23:33 Expanding into Omni-Channel Fulfillment and B2B Distribution

28:12 The Complexity of Wholesale Orders and Physical Retail Partnerships

31:06 The Importance of Integration and Communication in Supply Chains

34:50 Building a Robust System for Handling Demand

38:38 The Importance of Holistic Service and Avoiding Fragmentation

39:04 Improving Delivery and Unloading Processes

49:57 The Rise of E-commerce and its Impact on Air Cargo

53:45 Challenges and Non-compliance in Customs Clearance

58:59 The Transition from Operator to Investor

01:02:19 Capital Allocation and Return on Invested Capital

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Powered By:

Fulfil.io.https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators

Sign up to our weekly newsletter here: https://www.9operators.com/

00:00 Introduction

03:12 Weekend Recap and Discussion on Aging

06:26 Transitioning from Fluid Intelligence to Wisdom

09:20 The Political Landscape and the Biden Presidency

13:41 The Importance of Privacy and Anonymity on Social Media

15:30 The Influence of Generational Shifts on Institutions

18:12 The Role of Swing Voters in Elections

20:53 The Need for Competent and Moderate Leadership

22:22 The Value of Wisdom and Experience

25:37 The JP Morgan Founders Forum and Insights from Jack Ma

30:19 The Importance of Financing a Business Through Internal Cash Flow

31:18 The Challenges of Transitioning to Generating Free Cash Flow

34:39 Establishing a Strong Culture Early On

36:05 Challenges in the Private Equity Market for M&A

37:03 The Rise of AI and Its Impact on Investment

37:32 Understanding the Chinese Economy and Geopolitical Risks

43:45 The Need for Contingency Plans in Manufacturing

45:19 The Importance of Immigration in Building a Strong Manufacturing Ecosystem

56:09 The Movement of Millionaires out of the UK

57:04 The Decline in Foreign Investment in China

01:04:33 Assessing the Growth Story of China

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Powered By:

Fulfil.io.https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here: / @marketingoperators

Sign up to our weekly newsletter here: https://www.9operators.com/

00:00 Introduction

03:09 The Role of an Executive Assistant

06:06 Finding and Trusting an EA

08:49 When to Hire an EA

10:15 Different Perspectives on Having an EA

20:21 Balancing Personal and Work Tasks

23:12 Avoiding Lifestyle Creep

26:34 The Lumpy Nature of Needing an EA

30:21 Finding Time as a CEO

43:28 Aligning Personal and Business Finances

48:31 Optimizing Processes and Priorities

Operators Exclusive Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/9operators/shared_invite/zt-20pd2eq4n-UVM6oTQkdltEwLINwkCWIA

Powered By:

Fulfil.io.

https://bit.ly/3pAp2vu

The Only Cloud ERP Designed to Efficiently Scale 8 and 9-Figure Brands.

Northbeam.

https://www.northbeam.io/

Postscript.

https://postscript.io/

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:

https://www.youtube.com/@MarketingOperators

Subscribe to The Marketing Operators Podcast here:

@marketingoperators

Sign up to our newsletter here: https://www.9operators.com/