About Graham Robins

Customs and Trade Expertise

Graham Robins is deeply immersed in the customs brokerage industry, providing practical guidance for importers on duty drawback programs [1], duty recovery for Canadian goods entering the US [4], and tailored customs strategies for cross-border trade [6]. He highlights the financial impacts of efficient customs clearance [3] and advocates for switching brokers when needed [5]. His content underscores the importance of tools like CARM bonds and exchange rate calculators in streamlining operations.

Business Growth and Leadership

Robins shares strategies for scaling businesses, from hands-on execution to visionary leadership, as discussed in the Marketing Speak podcast [13]. His podcast [15] targets business leaders with insights on growth. He critiques why new technologies fail incumbents, blaming execution over models [8], and promotes content and SEO for scaling [13].

Productivity and Personal Habits

Robins loves checklists and to-do lists for maintaining order [10]. In a personal experiment, he wore the same outfit daily for a month without comment, highlighting simplicity in routines [9].

Music and Creative Output

A prolific indie musician, Robins has released albums like Majestic Halls [11], Parish Papers & Short Stories [12], The Shipping News [14], and the EP Private Moments [16][17], earning positive reviews for his work.

Other Interests

Distinct from his business persona, Robins co-authored a paper on the archaeology and heritage management of the Bomarsund Crimean War site [18], indicating broader intellectual pursuits.