China has ranked 6th in the world for expat quality of life in 2026, outperforming many traditional expat destinations thanks to its affordability, infrastructure, convenience and career opportunities. Read more>>
When I got the opportunity to shadow a Chinese high school student for the day, I jumped at the chance to capture the view from the other side of the desk. Here’s what I learned. ... Read More>>
China has announced a suite of major exit-entry reforms aimed at making travel, transit and immigration more efficient. Here’s a breakdown of China’s new entry rules and what they could mean for you. ... Read More>>
Let’s face it, English teachers in China don’t have a great reputation. Often described as LBH (Losers Back Home) by fellow expats, they seem to face discrimination from all sides. ... Read More>>
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>>
Foreign faces became a valuable commodity for Chinese businesses after the country’s reform and opening policy began to gather pace in the 1980s. But do face jobs still exist in China? ... Read More>>
Although the Peace Corps ended its relationship with China in 2020, my time serving with them remains one of the most impactful of my life. Serving as a Peace Corps volunteer in China was indeed the toughest job I ever loved. ... Read More>>
Foreign jobseekers hoping to use China’s new K-visa should be aware of both the opportunities it offers and the tensions surrounding it. ... Read More>>
Although foreigners come to work in China for a plethora of different reasons, economics is probably the main one. But not all expat salaries in China are made equal. Let’s take a closer look. ... Read More>>
All is not lost if you come from a country outside of the English speaking world. Here, I bring you five surprising jobs in China for non-native English speakers. ... Read More>>
The employment landscape in China is changing. How do all these factors play off each other and what can you do as an expat worker to make yourself more competitive in the Chinese job market? ... Read More>>
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>>
Many expats who come to China to teach English catch the bug and consider taking up the profession in their home countries. But how useful is teaching experience in China when it comes to landing jobs back home? ... Read More>>
I tend to “say it as it is.” Unfortunately, this is not a trait that is in high demand in Chinese education institutions. Here I bring you a little lesson on the importance of respecting “face” as a foreign teacher in China. ... Read More>>
Since starting an ESL teacher in China almost eight years ago, I’ve lost count of the number of foreign colleagues I’ve worked with. Most were decent people. But some just didn’t seem to adjust to life in China. ... Read More>>
The uprooting of social norms can lead to all sorts of complications for Western teachers in China. Here are five tips for effectively managing student-teacher dynamics in China. ... Read More>>
Here are seven of the strangest jobs for foreigners in China, cultivated from my own experiences and from those of my friends. ... Read More>>
Here, I bring you some tips on how to avoid getting duped when applying for teaching jobs in China from abroad. ... Read More>>
Here I explain what nowism is, how it manifests in the Chinese workplace and what, if anything, can be done to spare you from this sickness. ... Read More>>
China and Chinese culture have been confounding foreigners for centuries. Here, I take a look at four cultural and social phenomenon that expats in China find hard to accept. ... Read More>>
China’s education system gets a lot of flak from afar. But what’s it actually like up close and in reality? A foreign English teacher shares her experiences and views of teaching in China. ... Read More>>
What can you do to ensure your China work experience will impress employers back home? Let’s take a look…... Read More>>
Most foreigners come to China for a short stint and don’t want to spend a fortune finding and furnishing a new home. If you’re in this boat, here are some tips on how you can move to China on the cheap. ... Read More>>
While foreigners do have a little leeway in their behaviour, there are certain things that’ll land you with, at best an eye roll, at worst, a spell in jail. Here are five things foreigners in China shouldn’t do. ... Read More>>
Why is it that so many ESL teachers in China almost apologize as they tell others their profession? “I’m just an English teacher.” How is it that the most popular job for expats in China is a taboo subject for some? ... Read More>>
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