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If you have the proper qualifications and a bit of teaching experience back home, you may want to consider teaching at an international school in China. Read on to find out more. Read more>>
Nov 26, 2019 Comments(9)
Living in China, especially one of its major cities, can often feel overwhelming. And when we’re overwhelmed, it’s easy to feel insecure and unstable. However, this feeling of flux doesn't have to be permanent. ... Read More>>
Nov 22, 2019 Comments(7)
China is a country where hook up culture and pressure to marry coexist, so how can you navigate such contradictions? I hope this article will shed some light on dating, relationships and safety for my fellow young single expat women in China. ... Read More>>
Nov 19, 2019 Comments(8)
Today, I’m going to look at the pros and cons of teaching ESL in China to both adults and children to help you make an informed, if not the right, choice. ... Read More>>
Nov 14, 2019 Comments(6)
Whether it’s visas, social services or even just a bank account, China expats typically have a jump through a lot of hoops to get what they need. There are some things, however, that although difficult, make life a whole lot easier. ... Read More>>
Nov 12, 2019 Comments(6)
For many Chinese men, especially in China’s bigger cities, falling in love, finding a girlfriend and eventually getting married can be a huge financial commitment. ... Read More>>
Nov 07, 2019 Comments(8)
It's a conundrum so cliché it's become a joke: You need a job to get experience, but you need experience to get a job. The following six sectors offer some of the best graduate jobs in China. ... Read More>>
Nov 05, 2019 Comments(2)
Figuring out if you want to stay in China or move elsewhere is a challenge that all China expats will eventually face. ... Read More>>
Oct 31, 2019 Comments(14)
Forget Netflix, the gym, and surfing the web; there are countless traditional ways to bring mental and physical well-being, as well as cultural understanding, into your daily life in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 29, 2019 Comments(3)
Whether you’re looking to save some money, kickstart your career, or just have the experience of a lifetime, the Middle Kingdom ticks a lot of boxes. Need more convincing? Here are eight reasons to look for work in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 24, 2019 Comments(5)
Whether you’ve lived in China for a while or are just visiting, you'll likely come across some pretty stark cultural differences. Identifying these differences is important, but even more so is learning to deal with them. ... Read More>>
Oct 22, 2019 Comments(4)
A new digital identity verification platform will make it easier for expats in China to take advance of public services, according to the Ministry of Public Security. ... Read More>>
Oct 20, 2019 Comments(11)
No matter how qualified you are or how hard you work, there are some important things you need to know about working in the Middle Kingdom. Here are eight survival tips for your first job in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 18, 2019 Comments(4)
Internet freedom aside, many things have changed for the better since I moved to China 10 years ago. ... Read More>>
Oct 10, 2019 Comments(5)
Here are eight things your friends back home probably don’t understand about China… besides from why the hell you’re here in the first place. ... Read More>>
Oct 09, 2019 Comments(4)
Changing cities in China can bring a number of new opportunities, alleviate some of the “China stress” that inevitably accumulates over time, and increase your job opportunities. ... Read More>>
Oct 03, 2019 Comments(24)
Whether you’ve just landed, are thinking about staying another year, or are a seasoned veteran, there are the six stages I think most expats in China go through. ... Read More>>
Oct 01, 2019 Comments(3)
China is a great opportunity for those looking to make good money. But while expats can often get good salaries here, they don’t always set up their China work life to make the most of what they’re earning. ... Read More>>
Sep 26, 2019 Comments(8)
China is a land full of opportunities, and even if you already have a full-time job, potential side hustles are bound to present themselves to you. ... Read More>>
Sep 24, 2019 Comments(3)
Everyone has their own China horror story. Expats living in China can try and avoid such drama if they prepare in advance, but catastrophe has a knack for uprooting even the best laid plans. ... Read More>>
Sep 19, 2019 Comments(19)
Although every person is unique and it’s dangerous to generalize, it’s also true that after a while, you begin to recognize certain types of foreigner in the Chinese workplace. ... Read More>>
Sep 17, 2019 Comments(6)
Looking for work in China can be scary. In all likelihood, you’re coming into an environment that’s completely new to you. As a result, you need to be extra careful that you’re not being taken for a ride. ... Read More>>
Sep 12, 2019 Comments(2)
With regular flights home, pricy accommodation in China’s big cities and perhaps even student loans to pay off, many of us find ourselves budgeting from time to time. Luckily, it’s easy to eat well in China without breaking the bank. ... Read More>>
Sep 10, 2019 Comments(3)
Sometimes, location and distance can severely impact your bottom-line when you’re looking for work in China. Luckily, we’re living in the 21st century, and thus many expats in China have turned to online tutoring. ... Read More>>
Sep 05, 2019 Comments(11)
You’ll have so many questions when coming to China for work that even with the best of intentions, it’s unlikely from your company’s HR department will be able answer them all. ... Read More>>
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