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>>
Oct 19, 2017 Comments(1)
If you’ve just landed your first job in China, congratulations! You’ve now got a whole lot to learn. One of the first aspects of Chinese workplace culture you’ll come across is that of lunch break etiquette. It generally differs widely from the West, so ...... Read More>>
Sep 21, 2017 Comments(2)
Congratulations, you’ve landed your first job in China. Now you’ve got a steep learning curve as you adjust to the Chinese workplace. Fear not, here are six top tips for starting a new job in China. ... Read More>>
Aug 31, 2017 Comments(4)
Here are some tips on the norms of Chinese interview etiquette to help you get the job of your dreams. ... Read More>>
Aug 25, 2017 Comments(4)
Knowing how to dress for an interview and work in China can make the difference between success and failure. Be sure to follow these rules for business attire in China. ... Read More>>
Aug 18, 2017
Before you even step foot in the panic room, here are some top tips for preparing for an interview for your dream job. ... Read More>>
Aug 15, 2017
Last week we brought you an article on how to tell if your boss doesn’t respect you. If you’ve read that and can relate, you’re probably wondering what to do now. Fret not. ... Read More>>
Aug 09, 2017 Comments(1)
Being undervalued by your manager and treated like a mere commodity is an absolute killer for enthusiasm and creativity in the workplace. If this is your work life, it might be time to make a change. ... Read More>>
Aug 01, 2017 Comments(4)
Part of an effort to attract more foreign talent, Chongqing creates new policy for gaining permanent residence in the city. ... Read More>>
Jul 24, 2017 Comments(3)
Besides the giant cultural shift one has to cope with when moving to China, there seems to be a whole other set of obstacles to maneuver when settling down in the workplace. While offices in China are, in many ways, similar to their Western counterparts, it ...... Read More>>
Jul 19, 2017 Comments(1)
Back in the day, if you had a foreign face and a few other mediocre skills, you could land a high paying corporate job in China. Unfortunately, those days are over; it takes a lot more to find your dream job. ... Read More>>
Jul 10, 2017
Here are five more majors that are losing favor among Chinese students and the parents, the latter of which are, of course, anxious to ensure themselves a comfortable retirement. ... Read More>>
Jul 05, 2017 Comments(3)
Certain previously popular majors are falling out of favor with Chinese students. Now that the high school have their gaokao scores, their choice of university has been narrowed down to but a few cities or institutes of higher education. The issue now is ...... Read More>>
Jun 28, 2017 Comments(19)
Teaching English in China can be a risky venture, especially for inexperienced teachers who might fall victim to the more unscrupulous schools and administrators out there. Here we take a look at several horror stories which should illustrate what can ...... Read More>>
Jun 15, 2017 Comments(23)
It is well known that native English speakers have an advantage when it comes to finding work in China – if nothing else, there’s always English teaching. However, what if you don’t come from one of the major English speaking nations, what if English is ...... Read More>>
May 15, 2017 Comments(19)
So, you’re new to China; new language, new air, new food and especially, new people. On your first day here you might well feel like you’ve landed on a completely different planet. But don’t worry, ...... Read More>>
May 02, 2017 Comments(42)
Why are foreign professionals often unwilling to come work in China? The professional job market in China is difficult for the young and inexperienced, while more experienced foreigners are hesitant to move to China because of pollution and other issues. ... Read More>>
Mar 04, 2017 Comments(9)
Sarah is back to her old tricks in Part 2 of this teacher’s highly awaited second blog post. Are your colleagues in China this conniving? I hope not! Check on Spongebob’s story about their recent experiences as a TA. ... Read More>>
Jan 11, 2017 Comments(34)
Having spent a fair amount of time in the English teaching trenches, I know that switching teaching jobs can be stressful at best and a dejected plane ride back home at worst. Nevertheless, changing schools can be done with minimal complications. What ...... Read More>>
Jan 09, 2017 Comments(14)
China drastically changed its policy towards laowai visas in 2016. Now, the PRC will classify you as either an A, B or C-listed foreigner. Depending on your grade, it can (and will) affect your legal status living and working in the country. ... Read More>>
Jan 06, 2017 Comments(11)
Photo: york.ac.uk Twenty years ago, when China was first developing, foreigners were offered high paying jobs with a bevy of other incentives to help promote Chinese companies. Then, as more and more Chinese workers became skilled in various high-level ...... Read More>>
Jan 02, 2017 Comments(40)
While breaking your contract in China had few repercussions in the past, new measures were recently issued to punish foreigners for pulling a so-called “midnight run”. Before you decide to do so, here’s some information you should know. ... Read More>>
Dec 21, 2016
Given the China’s colossal population, foreigners must tailor their career options to the work available here. We’ve prepared a short guide to the types of work available for English speakers in China, using data from eChinaJOBS.com. ... Read More>>
Dec 20, 2016 Comments(24)
Talk to any group of assorted foreigners in China and you’re bound to hear a different “China story” from every single one. We've looked at some of the reasons foreigners choose to come and work in one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. ... Read More>>
Dec 19, 2016 Comments(1)
Zhaopin, China’s largest career platform, recently announced its annual rankings of employers in Mainland China. The company surveyed more than nine thousand companies in partnership with Peking University’s China Social Science Research Center. ... Read More>>
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