Get Ready: The Siuhuu App Launches This Month
Something big is coming to the Pacific this month – and it’s going to change how we buy, sell, and connect across islands and oceans. After months of building, testing, and listening to our communities, the first-ever Siuhuu App is about to launch. For the...
How Tall Poppy Syndrome Is Keeping the Pacific Poor – And Why It Needs to Change
Tall Poppy Syndrome is the cultural habit of cutting down those who stand out or succeed, often out of fear or jealousy. It’s when people would rather see you stay small than see you succeed, even if your success would benefit everyone. In the Pacific,...
Big Ideas Need Big Backing: How the Pacific Can Power Its Next Generation of Businesses
If you think companies like Tesla, Amazon, and Facebook made it to the top all on their own – think again. Behind every billion-dollar brand is a government that helped fund it, protect it, or give it the space to grow. Now the question is:Can...
How Siuhuu Is Redefining E-Commerce in the Pacific – More Than a Platform, It’s a Pacific Movement.
For decades, Pacific Island nations have been locked out of the global digital economy. Long distances, high shipping costs, patchy internet, and lack of access to modern payment systems have kept many communities on the margins. While the rest of the world raced into e-commerce,...
The Problem Isn’t Innovation, It’s Where the Funding Goes
In many underserved regions, there’s no shortage of innovation. What’s missing is the right kind of support. Over and over, we see tech startups doing the hard, patient work of building infrastructure – platforms, systems, and tools that could serve thousands. Yet, when it comes...
The Role of Siuhuu in Empowering Pacific Women Entrepreneurs
In a region rich in culture but often sidelined by global innovation trends, Pacific women entrepreneurs face a unique set of challenges. From limited access to digital tools to underrepresentation in decision-making spaces, these barriers can seem insurmountable. Siuhuu isn’t just working to bridge that...
Is AI Coming for Jobs in the Pacific? Here’s the Real Talk
First of All – What Is AI? If you’re not familiar with AI, it stands for Artificial Intelligence. That might sound complicated, but here’s the simple version: AI is when computers are programmed to “think” and “learn” like humans. It doesn’t mean robots walking around...
📸 How to Take Great Product Photos with Your Phone
High-quality product photos can make all the difference in selling your handcrafted pieces. Whether you’re sharing your culture through carved pendants, tapa cloth, or woven baskets, great images help customers appreciate the detail, meaning, and craftsmanship of your work. If you’re setting up your business...
Turning Criticism into Growth: How to Handle Negative Reviews in Your Business
If you’re a business just joining Siuhuu, welcome – you’re stepping into a marketplace where real feedback drives real growth. But let’s be honest: not all feedback will be glowing. Negative reviews will happen. The question is, what do you do with them? Handled right,...
Price It Right on Siuhuu: A Simple Guide for Sellers
If you’re a small business selling on Siuhuu, getting your prices right is super important. Price too high, and customers might go to other websites.Price too low, and you won’t make enough money to keep going. Here’s a simple, no-stress guide to help you price...