Over the past one week or so, I have been meeting a number of Chinese investors and prospects from Australia, China, Hong Kong, and Singapore. These have been very engaging discussions, sometimes serious, sometimes filled with laughter and always meaningful.
These introductions came through referrals from my close-knit and genuine network of clients and partners. That, to me, is the highest compliment anyone can give in our show business. Another bonus has been practicing my Mandarin during these meetings. While I’m definitely not ready to be a TV host in Beijing or Shanghai anytime soon, I have been improving little by little.
Well, I’m fluent enough to make investors smile. The effort counts, and I have found it goes a long way in showing respect and building connections.
What I have noticed is that investors today, whether in Australia, China, Hong Kong, and Singapore are asking thoughtful questions, not just about performance, but about resilience and how to navigate changing markets without losing sleep.
Although I cannot guarantee results, I can guarantee that my team will always do my best. That is the commitment I bring into every discussion, every portfolio, and every relationship.
At the end of the day, results matter but relationships matter even more. We do not compete with the bigger competitors with their fancy offices and battalions of advisors.
It reminds me that the best marketing does not come from glossy brochures or posting on social media about what business class seat you are flying in. It comes from trust, long-term results, and yes sometimes a good laugh over a mispronounced Mandarin phrase.