As a special way to wrap up Season 1 of the show, we decided
to do an overview of some of the key takeaways from (almost) every
episode. Somehow Brendan skipped #038, but you check out that one
or any others at howchinaworkspodcast.com. See you in 2019!
Flow. It’s how conversation
moves, it's a state of peak performance, and it's exemplified in
the paradox of water: fluid movement through cohesion. And it's
maybe the best way to understand China. We also talk dan wei,
Hollywood superheroes, & changing times.
Entertaining government-related leaders and businesspeople in
YOUR office calls for special protocols, and a power cleaning is
just the start of it. We also discuss what the face worn by a
leader has in common with the mask worn by a shaman, Yingying tells
a joke, and more!
What do the Sun, Moon, & stars have to do
with meetings in a government office in China? And how can our past
episodes #006: “High-Context vs. Low-Context”, #007:
“Modesty, Humility, Hierarchy”, & #008: “Negotiation” from Week 2
help? Enjoy THIS show to find out!
This week we discuss
successfully navigating high-stakes official meetings in China,
especially those involving government officials & agencies. Today
we give deep background + useful modern tips on mianzi or
face, & share ideas & experiences aplenty. Enjoy!