Hi, I'm Mylie
I bridge the gap between US and China tech — and I help ambitious professionals build financial freedom.
Sitting on leads in China you can't close because you don't have a team on the ground? Have a product you want to sell in the US but don't know where to start? A professional dreaming of financial freedom before corporate America grinds you down? I'm your person.
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My Story
The person behind The Thinking Lab
I spent 15 years in the tech industry as a Solutions Architect, Sales Engineer, and Field CTO — closing over $2 billion cumulatively in software and cloud deals across the US and China. I understand deeply the hurdles tech companies on both sides face when trying to reach one another.
I'm trilingual (English, Chinese, Japanese) and have worked across the US, China, and Japan — which is why two of my services focus on helping businesses cross between the US and Chinese markets.
I've also worked at startups that got acquired by big tech, landing offers at Apple, Google, Salesforce, and AWS along the way. I know exactly what these companies look for and how to help you get there fast.
Along the way, I was deliberate about money — earned well, saved intentionally, and invested consistently. I reached financial independence (FIRE) in my late 30s and now help other professionals do the same, on their own timeline.
What I offer
US → China
Helping US businesses enter the Chinese market with insider knowledge and a trusted local network.
China → US
Helping Chinese companies build real presence in the US — from strategy to sales to brand localization.
Coaching
Career, finance, dating & life coaching — rooted in real experience across tech, money, and relationships.
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1:1 Coaching
Clarity in every area of your life.
Whether you're navigating a career pivot, a relationship challenge, a financial crossroads, or simply trying to build a life that feels like yours — I help you think more clearly and move forward with intention.
Book a Free CallWhat we work on
Career
Stuck in the wrong job? Ready for a promotion you're not sure how to get? We'll map where you are, where you want to be, and the specific steps to get there.
Life
Big decisions, life transitions, or a quiet feeling that something needs to change. We'll work through it with structure, honesty, and zero judgment.
Finance
I retired from corporate America in my late 30s through intentional earning, saving, and investing. I'll help you build the same roadmap — so you can stop trading time for money sooner than you think.
How it works
Free Intro Call
A 30-minute conversation to understand where you are and decide if we're a good fit.
Build Your Plan
Together we define your goals and the structure of our sessions.
Do the Work
Weekly 1:1 sessions focused on real progress — not just conversation.
Go-to-Market · US into China
Enter China with someone who actually lives both worlds.
Mylie is trilingual (English, Chinese, Japanese), has worked across the US and Chinese tech ecosystems, and understands the cultural and business nuances that make or break a China expansion. This isn't generic consulting — it's insider knowledge.
Explore Our ServicesFor Tech Companies
You're a B2B enterprise tech company getting leads from China — but you have no team on the ground to close them. I become your China sales arm.
Close Your China Leads
You're getting inbound from China but have no one to work them. I qualify, demo, and close deals in-language and in-timezone — as your on-the-ground sales team.
Build Local Demand
Once we close your existing pipeline, I run GTM campaigns on the ground to generate new leads — events, partner channels, and outreach tailored to Chinese enterprise buyers.
No China Office Needed
Skip the overhead of hiring a local team, setting up an entity, or navigating unfamiliar operations. You get China revenue without China complexity.
For Product Builders
American standard. Chinese price. — You have a product idea but finding the right manufacturer in China feels impossible. Language barriers, quality concerns, and zero visibility into what's actually happening on the ground. I fix that.
Find Your Manufacturer
I vet and select the right factory for your product — visiting facilities in person, verifying quality standards and labor conditions, so you don't have to guess from 7,000 miles away.
Build Exactly What You Want
From materials to design to finish, I manage the communication so your product comes out the way you envisioned — no lost-in-translation compromises.
Quality You Can Trust
I'm physically on the ground inspecting production, ensuring American standards are met at Chinese prices. No surprises when your shipment arrives.
How it works
Discovery
I learn your goals — closing China leads, sourcing a manufacturer, or both.
Execution
I work on the ground as your China arm — closing deals or managing production to your exact spec.
Results
You get China revenue or a finished product built to your exact spec.
Ready to tap into China?
Let's talk about what you need — whether it's closing deals or building products.
Get in TouchGo-to-Market · China into US
Break into the US market with a guide on the inside.
Mylie has 15+ years inside US tech — at startups, FAANG companies, and AWS. She speaks Chinese natively and understands what it takes for Chinese companies to earn real trust with American customers, partners, and investors.
Explore Our ServicesWhat we offer
US Market Entry Strategy
Understand the competitive landscape, identify your beachhead segment, and build a phased market entry plan.
Entity & Operations Setup
From LLC formation to banking, HR, and compliance — we handle the infrastructure so you can focus on growth.
Brand Localization
Adapt your brand, messaging, and product positioning to resonate with American consumers and buyers.
Sales & Distribution
Build your US sales pipeline through Amazon, retail, B2B channels, or direct — whatever fits your model.
Our process
Assessment
We evaluate your product, brand, and readiness for the US market.
Roadmap
We build a localized strategy for entry — channels, messaging, operations, timeline.
Launch & Grow
We execute alongside you, from first sales to scaling distribution.
Ready to enter the US?
Book a free strategy session to explore your US market opportunity.
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