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 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>>
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>>
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>>
Feb 16, 2021 Comments(4)
From mobile phone manufacturers and social media giants to famous international ad agencies and language centers, there are tons of companies hiring foreigners in China. ... Read More>>
Jan 28, 2021 Comments(4)
In a bid to show you the wide variety of opportunities on offer, I’ve selected 10 of the best jobs for foreigners in China to have graced eChinacities in recent weeks. ... Read More>>
Dec 31, 2020 Comments(7)
Having navigated these waters myself, here I bring you some tips on finding a teaching job while already 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 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>>
Dec 08, 2020 Comments(4)
This guide to annual bonuses in China will help you ask the right questions of your employer to ensure you get the biggest payout possible. ... Read More>>
Dec 03, 2020 Comments(9)
Here I bring you seven companies hiring onsite and online English teachers in China. ... Read More>>
Nov 26, 2020 Comments(16)
Call me a cynic, call me an opportunist, I don’t care. Here, I look at how COVID travel restrictions can help expats in China advance their careers. ... Read More>>
Nov 10, 2020 Comments(7)
With enough foresight and planning, even those with tiny annual leave allocations can still enjoy plenty of getaways. Here are five ways to maximize your holidays as an expat worker in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 29, 2020 Comments(16)
While there is no doubt that China can be a hard place for foreigners, a lot of preconceptions about working here are skewed, if not flat out wrong. Here I bring you five myths about working in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 15, 2020 Comments(12)
Gaining a TEFL certification in China has many advantages compared to taking the course in your home country before you arrive. Below is an introductory guide on why and how to do exactly that. ... Read More>>
Oct 01, 2020 Comments(8)
Working at a well-known Chinese tech company comes with a number of advantages, both in terms of the day-to-day and long-term career opportunities. Here I bring you six perks of working for a big Chinese tech company. ... Read More>>
Sep 29, 2020 Comments(8)
Here, I take a take a look at six ways foreign students and workers in China get special treatment. ... Read More>>
Sep 22, 2020 Comments(8)
It’s essential that you’re knowledgeable about labor laws and employees rights. Below is a short guide to your legal rights and responsibilities as a foreign worker in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 15, 2020 Comments(18)
While employment opportunities are abundant in China, so too are scammers ready to take advantage of expats moving to the Middle Kingdom for work. ... Read More>>
Sep 01, 2020 Comments(18)
What follows is a guide that will hopefully help prospective teachers sort through the noise and get the real story on what to expect in their first English teaching job in China. ... Read More>>
Aug 04, 2020 Comments(8)
Adult students in China often start with a very low level of English, and dealing with them can feel like treading a tight-rope between grading your language and patronizing your students. ... Read More>>
Jul 07, 2020 Comments(14)
People come from all over the world to teach in China, and while many arrive with the expectation that they won’t stay more than a year or two, others come here, love it, and decide to build a career. ... Read More>>
Jun 30, 2020 Comments(11)
Amid the excitement of working abroad, many expats forget to research working conditions. In this article, I bring you a basic guide to working conditions for expats in China, offering a quick overview of everything from average pay to holidays. ... Read More>>
Jun 09, 2020 Comments(9)
Working in China can be frustrating and difficult. But despite the challenges, working in China has taught me several valuable lessons and changed my work style forever. Here’s how. ... Read More>>
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