Oct 09, 2019 Comments(5)
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>>
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Oct 01, 2019 Comments(2)
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>>
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Sep 26, 2019 Comments(6)
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>>
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Sep 19, 2019 Comments(8)
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>>
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Sep 17, 2019 Comments(5)
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>>
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Sep 10, 2019 Comments(2)
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>>
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Sep 05, 2019 Comments(8)
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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Aug 29, 2019 Comments(2)
When you meet a problem student while teaching in China, it’s tempting to label them as lazy. But understanding what your students have going on outside of the classroom can go a long way towards helping you teach them. ... Read More>>
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Aug 27, 2019 Comments(4)
Figuring when and how to ask for a raise when working in China can be intimidating and confusing. How much do you ask for? When’s the best time to ask? Are there other things you should request besides money? ... Read More>>
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Aug 20, 2019 Comments(4)
Too much work and not enough play can take its toll. In this article I outline six tips for achieving a good work-life balance in China. ... Read More>>
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Aug 08, 2019 Comments(4)
For all the career opportunities, there are also a number of career obstacles that all expats working in China should watch out for. ... Read More>>
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Aug 06, 2019 Comments(3)
From Shenzhen to Beijing, Shanghai to Xi’an, expats working in tech, finance, marketing, and other lucrative industries can pursue what some might call the “Chinese dream”. Below are five of the best paid industries for expats in China. ... Read More>>
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Jul 30, 2019 Comments(1)
If you’re here for any length of time, you're likely going to be sent on a business trip in China, voluntarily or otherwise. What can you expect to encounter and what are the rules of engagement? ... Read More>>
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Jul 04, 2019 Comments(3)
Which characteristics do all good teachers have? Patience, creativity, and diligence are a few that come to mind, but much less obvious are the personality traits teachers could do without. ... Read More>>
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Jun 25, 2019 Comments(2)
To help you find your foodie crutch, here are five of the best food and drink suppliers in China. ... Read More>>
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Jun 20, 2019 Comments(3)
Below is an overview of some of the most common and innocuous mistakes foreigners make when working in China. ... Read More>>
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Jun 13, 2019 Comments(4)
Feeling content with your career in China? Great! But surely you wouldn’t mind something a little better? What can you do to increase your chances of being headhunted in China? ... Read More>>
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May 30, 2019 Comments(7)
Today I’m going to introduce you to five awesome free online teaching resources for foreign ESL teachers in China. ... Read More>>
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May 28, 2019 Comments(2)
As a non-Chinese person in a predominantly Chinese office, it can be difficult to know when, or when not, to speak up. ... Read More>>
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May 14, 2019 Comments(3)
Fitting in is something everyone is concerned about, both personally and professionally, and as a foreigner in a Chinese company, this can be particularly tough. Here are four tips to help you succeed and find your place in a Chinese company. ... Read More>>
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May 09, 2019 Comments(1)
As someone with a background in ESL, my dream of transitioning to a non-teaching job in China seemed daunting at first. However, I eventually found my way into Shenzhen’s tech industry despite having no previous tech experience. ... Read More>>
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May 02, 2019 Comments(4)
There are many ways in which Chinese company culture is unique. Here, I examine seven of them. ... Read More>>
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Apr 30, 2019 Comments(1)
When teaching in China, there are a lot of skills you’ll develop on the job that might not be readily apparent to the untrained eye. Here are just five of them. ... Read More>>
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Apr 18, 2019 Comments(1)
As I work at an international high school, my students don’t have to worry about passing the notoriously grueling Gaokao test like the rest of China’s teens. Here’s why I think this test makes little sense to foreign teachers in China. ... Read More>>
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Apr 09, 2019 Comments(5)
Summer jobs in China are the perfect way to make some extra cash and gain valuable experience in one of the world’s most exciting countries. ... Read More>>
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