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 25, 2018 Comments(0)
Outward appearance matters a great deal in the Chinese workplace, to the point where it can make the difference between landing a job or not. Here’s what you need to know. ... 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>>
Feb 07, 2019 Comments(3)
Working in China is a big step for many, but it can be a very worthwhile one given the financial benefits offered by both employers and the government. ... Read More>>
Nov 27, 2018 Comments(2)
This article offers a guide to the benefits, rules and options regarding internships in China. ... Read More>>
Mar 12, 2020 Comments(11)
With things slowly getting back to normal in many Chinese cities and people across all industries returning to work, what can you do to make sure you’re as protected as possible from the coronavirus in the office? ... Read More>>
Mar 07, 2018
China’s state-sponsored Global Times newspaper has called for teaching jobs in China to be better paid. ... Read More>>
Apr 13, 2018
Two mean have been found guilty of forging documents for unqualified expats who wanted to teach English in China. ... Read More>>
May 18, 2023 Comments(6)
Just like many aspects of life here, interviewing can be an all together different experience. Here are four strange things that might happen in a job interview in China.... Read More>>
Sep 10, 2021 Comments(7)
Expat workers in China often suffer with pay day anxiety. Here’s why. ... Read More>>
Feb 09, 2023 Comments(4)
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>>
Jul 26, 2023 Comments(1)
Here are five common grievances I hear from fellow expats regarding their Chinese colleagues, followed by advice on how to remedy them. ... Read More>>
Dec 23, 2022 Comments(4)
While recruiters can remove a lot of the hassle for first time ESL teachers, many people have horror stories to tell. Here are some prudent steps to take if you use a recruiter to find a teaching job in China.... Read More>>
Nov 23, 2022 Comments(14)
While it’s not good to stay in a job you hate, too many hops could put off future employers. Let’s take a closer look at what to consider when switching jobs in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 20, 2023 Comments(5)
Maybe you’ve written them before in your home country, but are things different in China? Let’s take a look at how to write great cover letters for China job applications. ... Read More>>
Jul 06, 2022 Comments(4)
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>>
Jan 28, 2022 Comments(3)
Whether you’re new to China or struggling to motivate a team you’ve been supervising for a while, read this guide for the ins and outs of how to be a good manager in China. ... Read More>>
Dec 16, 2021 Comments(2)
The teaching industry is far more diverse and nuanced than people realize, with many different ways to start and end your journey. Here we take a look at just some of the typical career paths for teachers in China. ... Read More>>
May 09, 2022 Comments(5)
If you’re already in-country and looking to job-hop, here are five ways for expats to find a new job in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 14, 2018
We are excited to announce our first Facebook livestream: “Interview skills for working in China”. ... Read More>>
Feb 23, 2022 Comments(4)
If you’ve worked in China, you’ve probably heard the term “white monkey job.” I took it a step further and took on a “dancing white monkey” job. Here’s how I got on as a foreign performer in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 25, 2022 Comments(8)
For many, finding the right teaching job in China takes more than a shot in the dark. ... Read More>>
Apr 04, 2023 Comments(5)
boss has organized a formal staff dinner, you’re going to be the only foreigner there and you’re determined to make a good impression. What are the Dos and Don’ts of a Chinese company dinner? ... Read More>>
Oct 12, 2022 Comments(2)
From casual meetings with friends-of-friends to giving some extra time to a student who’s struggling, you’re unlikely to escape without being asked to host private English lessons in China at some point. ... Read More>>
Feb 22, 2023 Comments(3)
With 1.3 billion people to keep out of trouble, China has invented some rather unusual roles for those willing to do anything for a little bit of cash. Here are some examples of strange Chinese jobs you no longer see in the West. ... Read More>>
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