May 08, 2024
Chinese workplace culture can confuse foreigners about what exactly their boss is thinking and saying. In this article, break down some of the most confusing local practices and bring you some tips on how expats can charm their Chinese bosses. Read more>>
Jun 07, 2022 Comments(4)
Finding the right apartment in China is fairly easy. Not always so easy is finding the right housemates. ... Read More>>
May 23, 2022 Comments(13)
There are some differences in approach and behaviour in the Chinese workplace that reminded me that China is indeed a very unique country. Here are six things to be aware of when working with Chinese colleagues. ... Read More>>
May 09, 2022 Comments(5)
If you’re already in-country and looking to job-hop, here are five ways for expats to find a new job in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 25, 2022 Comments(8)
For many, finding the right teaching job in China takes more than a shot in the dark. ... Read More>>
Mar 24, 2022 Comments(10)
Foreigners working in China cannot typically afford to be blasé about quitting their jobs. Here are some things things to consider before you quit your job in China. ... Read More>>
Jan 28, 2022 Comments(3)
Whether you’re new to China or struggling to motivate a team you’ve been supervising for a while, read this guide for the ins and outs of how to be a good manager in China. ... Read More>>
Jan 14, 2022 Comments(3)
What should you expect from your Chinese hires and what will they expect from you? Read on for our tips on hiring local employees in China. ... Read More>>
Dec 31, 2021 Comments(2)
Whether you were hired for your credentials or just to bring an “international feel” to your company, take a look at these tips before taking the plunge into the paradox of the Chinese workplace. ... Read More>>
Jul 21, 2021 Comments(4)
They say it takes 21 days to break a bad habit, but, if you’re guilty of any of the following, we suggest you cut them out right away. Here are seven traps foreigners working in China easily fall into. ... Read More>>
Jul 01, 2021 Comments(12)
When you’re treated so differently to the locals, it’s sometimes hard to know how you should conduct yourself in certain work situations. Here are six things foreigners working in Chinese companies should avoid doing. ... Read More>>
Jun 16, 2021 Comments(4)
It’s not always easy to know what you’re getting yourself into when you’re fresh off the boat. With that in mind, here are some things to sure up before taking a teaching job in China. ... Read More>>
Jun 08, 2021 Comments(2)
When you’re on the other ends of the earth and have never been to China, it’s difficult to understand how things work here. Here are some ways to make sure you avoid the common blunder as a new foreign teacher in China. ... Read More>>
May 06, 2021 Comments(11)
Whether in a social or work setting, expats in China often find themselves awkwardly thrown together with a group of locals and at a loss as to how to build camaraderie. ... Read More>>
Apr 07, 2021 Comments(8)
As a foreign worker in China, you can expect a healthy job market with competitive salaries in many industries. But it’s still necessary to set yourself apart from the pack. ... Read More>>
Apr 01, 2021 Comments(4)
One of the most important features of WeChat is the numerous and varied groups and accounts offering a wealth of information about China. Below is a short list of WeChat accounts that I think will be most useful to expats in China. ... Read More>>
Mar 23, 2021 Comments(6)
It can be hard to know what to expect from an employer in China. While we’re familiar with employment norms back home, in China, we’re often left guessing about the difference between a poor deal and a good one. ... Read More>>
Mar 09, 2021 Comments(4)
With the help of my Chinese friend Lily, here I bring you an introduction to the basic principles of Chinese and offer up some essential Mandarin phrases for new China expats. ... Read More>>
Feb 25, 2021 Comments(7)
It often seems that everyone in China has decided to descend onto the very same streets, creating a wide range of transit hazards that are to be avoided at all costs. ... Read More>>
Feb 18, 2021 Comments(4)
Whether you’ve just arrived or lived here for years, there are things foreigners in China can do to maximize their enjoyment and minimize their annoyance during any staring situation. ... Read More>>
Jan 19, 2021 Comments(4)
These days when foreigners come to China, this exciting and growing city is near the top of their wish list. As a current resident, I’ve compiled some tips for foreigners living and working in Shenzhen. ... Read More>>
Jan 05, 2021 Comments(5)
Moving apartments in China can sometimes feel like some elaborate form of torture. To ease the pain, therefore, here are five tips for a stress-free moving day in China. ... Read More>>
Dec 23, 2020 Comments(7)
Here are some out-of-the-box tips to help you expand your network China to one that is large, varied and potentially valuable. ... Read More>>
Dec 22, 2020 Comments(8)
With the COVID-19 pandemic still ebbing and flowing around the world, would-be holiday makers are likely to run into a thicket of travel protocols and travel restrictions in and out of China. ... Read More>>
Dec 17, 2020 Comments(6)
How do you sort the good from the bad when it comes to employers? Here are five red flags to watch out for when starting a new job in China. ... Read More>>
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