Flexpat Job Market summary - Current (and future) developments of Foreign Talent in China - Changes to expectation of foreign executive profiles - Strategic approach to Flexpat Job Search - Flexpats: Why Are They So Valuable to Companies - GM Salaries in China: How Have They Evolved Over the Last Decade - Plan B if you cannot find a job in China - What is the risk of continued localization? Miriam leads Direct HR, one of China’s largest German-speaking recruitment firms. With years of experience supporting Western companies as they establish and grow in China, she is now expanding her focus to guide these companies in their APAC expansion strategies. A frequent keynote speaker and dedicated China-watcher, Miriam shares regular insights on LinkedIn. Follow her for updates: Miriam Wickertsheim. Please also tune in to episode 88 Flexpat career planning 127 Expats leave China 144 Flexpats add value to Chinese teams 142 Build your own Flexpat business in China 151 Relocate to Vietnam 150 Relocation 119 Returning home after 10 years 80 Flexpat career planning 155 Greencard for flexpats 153 Leadership advice 136 China-Europe cooperation

All you need to know about the greencard - how the community helps us to learn from each other - where to find more information - Prepare for the biggest challenge in the application process - Future of the greencard - Benefit for employer Dave came to China 20 years ago during university and made it all the way to General Manager in his industry. He always wanted to apply for the greencard and got the chance in 2018. Since then he has been very active in helping others to learn about it. Contact him, he can add you to the greencard groups. Connect with Dave: Wechat: davelektor Linkedin: David von Schwerin Please also tune in to episode 29 Dave tells his whole story 148 Retire in China 127 Expats leave China 136 China-focused future

Feel the entrepreneurial flexpat life. Building a business in China, becoming a CEO, adapting to new challenges and finally a business expansion and personal relocation. Highlights: Deep dive in an entrepreneurial journey in the F&B industry Speaking Chinese as an add-on to people skills Changing leadership skills and other challenges Opportunities through relocating to Hong Kong and some of the best learning from a career woman who designed her life and business since 2009 in China mainland and Hong Kong. Connect with Lina through Personal appointment: https://litaogroup.com/cta/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linabartuseviciute/ Find Verena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/verenalupprian/ Listen to the following episodes 84 Market Entry (with Lina as well) 153 Entrepreneurship & Leadership 151 Relocate to Vietnam 145, 142, 133, 132, 85 Entrepreneurship

Flexpat leadership lessons by an experienced entrepreneur and international leadership advisor - Build a company in China as a flexpat - Be prepared for the long game, dont give up - Create a strong company culture and clear differentiation - Ask your Chinese team for help, keep learning - Find your role as a flexpat, explain a complex situation to those who dont understand it - If you leave China, stay in touch Xavier Naville is the author of "The Lettuce Diaries", a business memoir about his years in China’s food industry. He came to China in 1998 and eventually started and grew his own company to what is now an organization with 9 factories serving 6,500 restaurants a day and $150m in revenue. More about "The Lettuce Diaries": https://www.xavier-naville.com/the-lettuce-diaries As a CEO & Leadership Teams coach, Xavier helps small and mid-size business leaders to scale their organizations faster with measurable results. https://www.vision-consultants.org/ Find Xavier on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xaviernaville/ Please also tune in to episode 127 Expats leave China 119 Returning home after 10 years 136 China-focused future 142, 133, 132, 85 Entrepreneurship 39, 122, 135 China Marketing for Brand success in China 138 European values 139 Coach your team

Make it in and with China - Lessons learned 1 Enter the Chinese market with smart marketing at low cost 2 Win international markets for Chinese companies 3 Create an international culture in Chinese teams 4 Build your own personal brand and business 5 Add value to communities, support each other Daniel Bateman (白德翰) is the Founder of Brit Bridge, a global consultancy and marketing company. With over 10 years of China experience, he is bilingual in English and Mandarin Chinese. A content creator and KOL of his own social media channel @baidehan focused on being British, business and lifestyle in China. Connect with Daniel: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielbaidehan/ Youtube / TikTok / Little Red Book / WeChat Video / Douyin: @baidehan Instagram: @mrbaidehan Youtube / Spotify / Instagram: Panda Profits Podcast Please also tune in to episode 39, 122, 135 China Marketing for Brand success in China 138 European values 139 Coach your team 142, 133, 132, 85 Entrepreneurship

Relocate to Vietnam 1 Preparing to leave China 2 Financing the transition 3 Networking and Job Hunting 4 Defining a suitable salary and role 5 Understand your new surrounding 6 Integrate and Settle down and look to the future Barry Kirkwood is now based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam after a decade of living in China. Barry currently works in Executive Search recruitment, supporting international businesses with their hiring needs in China and Southeast Asia. In addition, he is an ICF Coach and Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW) and has experience of leading teams in Asia and was previously the Chair HR Committee at the British Chamber of Commerce Shanghai. Connect with Barry: WeChat: barrymk81 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barrykirkwood/ Email: [email protected] Please also tune in to episode 88 Flexpat career planning (by Barry as well) 127 Expats leave China 119 Returning home after 10 years 136 China-focused future 80 Flexpat career planning

Relocating your family involves many decisions, they have to be prepared. 1. Which problems arise when relocating? 2. Prepare and Prevent 3. Start early to engage with your future environment 4. Deal with child behaviour issues 5. Prepare to leave your location 6. Ask for help, accept help Jovana has been living abroad since she was 18, relocating first for her studies and then for work opportunities. She completed her masters in research psychology, followed by a training and exams for a clinical psychologist licence. She is trained in rational emotional & cognitive behavioural therapy and believes in lifelong learning. Jovana has been living in China for two years and is now preparing for a new adventure. Connect with Jovana: WeChat: jovanab282 LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/jovanababic282 Please also tune in to episode 127 Expat Spouse 49 Expat Spouse finding work in China 10, 111 Prepare your expat assignment 82 Career opportunities for women in China

Start your academic career in China. Learn from a real expert of both international and Chinese academic ecosystems. 1. Study/get your PhD in China 2. Find academic jobs 3. Compare international vs. Chinese university system 4. Start and scale your own company 5. Work in Chinese vs. English 6. Find your own flexpat career path Pippa fell in love with China on her first visit in her early twenties, and decided to build her career in academia here. Over the past 10 years in China, she has gotten a PhD from Fudan University, one of China's top schools, taught Chinese and international students in Sino-US joint venture universities, and most recently started Discovery Hub, a higher education consultancy with a mission to bridge between the Chinese and Western academic worlds. Connect with Pippa: WeChat: Pippa9 Discovery Hub WeChat Official Account: 探索枢纽 Discovery Hub LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pippa-morgan-9630/ Discovery Hub's LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/discovery-hub-education/

Learn about a complete engineering and commercial flexpat career. What is important to plan your flexpat retirement in China? 1. Challenges of the Chinese healthcare system 2. Pick the right industry to work in 3. Qualify for your job, develop your skillset 4. Integrate in China 5. Prepare for Retirement 6. Enjoy Retirement, keep learning In 1986, Volker Müller travelled seven weeks from Hongkong all the way to Wulumuqi in Xinjiang, after that journey he decided that he wanted to support the country in its quest for development. One year later, he got a job as a research assistant at Chongqing University in the field of artificial vision. In the 1990s he convinced the CEO of a German start-up company to establish a representative office in Shanghai, with himself as Chief Representative. In 2000, he finally settled down in Beijing, and since then he is working in the medical devices industry. During these two and a half decades, he has worked a Chief Representative for a multinational company, built-up a manufacture for a German SME, worked as international Sales Director for a Chinese manufacturer and finally joint the EU Chamber of Commerce in China as industry desk manager. Last year, he retired from his job, but he is still willing to make contributions to China-European cooperation. In his spare time, he is translating Chinese literature into German and has now started to write his own books to share his experience with German-speaking readers. LinkedIn: 米福 Volker Müller Find Volker on Wechat: mifu_beijing Email: [email protected] Find Francis on Wechat: Flexpat2020 Please also tune in to episode 112 Plan your flexpat career 12 Personal Finance Advice 13 Personal Insurance Advice

Build your own corporate startup in an international company in China. Lessons Learned. 1. When/Why a Corporate Startup makes sense 2. How can corporate and startup work together 3. What is the role of the Startup Founder? 4. How to be successful with a Corporate Startup in China 5. Value of flexpats for international companies Florian is a German mechanical engineer who has been building factory automation teams and businesses in China for more than a decade. He is pursuing alternative paths, for example, by co-founding a software company as a corporate startup. In addition, as an investor, advisor, and mentor, he is helping startups, companies, and students leverage his experience to succeed in China. Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Florian Wei hard Wechat: FLORIAN-80 Find Francis on Wechat: Flexpat2020 Please also tune in to episode 143 Flexpat Entrepreneur Coach 133 Start your own flexpat business 132 Jump into Entrepreneurship 139 Coach your team 138 European values 85 Start your own service business

Learn about climate change and China's effort to stop it. 1. What is ESG and why is it important 2. How has China developed since the last 20 years and where does it stand now in terms of environmental protection 3. Which challenges do companies face to understand and act upon environmental regulations 4. What does the 5 years plan indicate to do in order for China to thrive 5. What can flexpats do who are deeper involved into that topic in order to be best prepared 6. How to setup good relations with government officials and get the right support 7. Would a good environmental protection also help a company's marketing 8. What about water pollution and waste management 9. Where will China stand in 10 years with environmental protection 10. Johnny also published a White Paper on the Internet of Sustainability Data that explores ESG and carbon standards: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7155491808465059840 Johnny, an environmental expert and consultant, was 20 years in China seeing the country going through all phases from an environmental protection newbie to a real decarbonization pioneer. Until now he is consulting Chinese and international firms in China and the western world to understand respective policies and react accordingly. There is something for everyone to learn in this episode, knowing that Johnny only shared like 5% of what he is capable of. Reach out if you want to learn more. Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Johnny Browaeys Find Verena on LinkedIn: Verena Lupprian Please also tune in to episode 64 Solar energy entrepreneur 133 EV entrepreneur

Build a successful horse riding business in Shanghai. Learn what it takes to transform your passion into a profitable business. Highlights 1. Sigrid provides her highlights of choosing and maintaining a business partner     * Find someone you can trust     * Both your skills and knowledge need to be complementary     * Assign tasks to each others respective abilities 2. Top three advices to have a successful business     * Plan thoroughly before starting a business     * Build up a good network     * Invest in good marketing 3. Her key messages for success     * Have a flexible mindset     * Act fast and agile     * Do not lose your focus     * Find the courage to do it Follow and connect with Sigrid on Social Media: XiaoHongShu ID：9452320746 Wechat: sigridwinkler Find Verena on LinkedIn: Verena Lupprian Please also tune in to episodes for entrepreneurs 133 Start your own flexpat business 132 Jump into Entrepreneurship 85 Start your own service business 64 Build a global business in China

Summary of the added value flexpats can bring into Chinese teams, and how Chinese professionals can be international. • Enter the flexpat job market after graduation • Importance of learning Chinese • Key added value of flexpats • Soft skills are very important • Fit into a Chinese team • Start your own business • Apply for your own visa • Help Chinese professionals to go international • How can Chinese professionals adapt an open mindset? • Future opportunities for flexpats Dasol Kim started her own coaching and consulting firm in China helping Chinese professionals and flexpats to find clarity and courage to navigate their international career. Find Dasol Kim on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dasol-lily-kim/ and Wechat: lilykim626 Please also tune in to episodes 142 Build your own Flexpat business in China 139 Coach your team 133 Start your own flexpat business 132 Jump into Entrepreneurship 120 Cross Border Interpretation 33 Prepare for job interviews

How can you return to China after 9 years abroad and then fit into the Chinese economy? What are the key international values you can bring, and what are key Chinese skills you need to master? • Reasons to go abroad for Chinese professionals • Reasons to return to China • Challenges for Chinese returnees "Haigui" • Main differences between German and Chinese values • Key skills required for both flexpats and returnees • Start your own business • Learn to be an entrepreneur Boyang lived in the US and Europe for over 12 years. Working at the German insurance company Allianz Group in a very international environment, he had the opportunity to return to Shanghai. In 2023 he founded Glopen, with the vision to discover the real China, connecting the world. Find Glopen on LinkedIn, Youtube, Facebook, Instagram, and share it with your friends who want to explore China. Find Boyang Shen on Linkedin and Wechat: bojan101323 Please also tune in to episodes 39 eCommerce for international brands in China 120 Cross Border Interpretation 115 Cross-Border Thought leader 135 China Marketing for Brand success in China 138 European values 126 Create an international company culture in China

You can also start your own business in China. Learn from Deano who has worked with many Flexpat entrepreneurs to achieve their dream. • Bring additional value to China • Master special challenges • Differentiate from Chinese entrepreneurs • Insprire Chinese professionals • Integrate in China • Deal with uncertainty • Build a sustainable lifestyle that fits your income • Influence Chinese entrepreneurs Deano Delpleash is a High-Performance leadership and business Coach, helping Flexpat entrepreneurs scale their businesses without sacrificing their work-life balance. He has been in China for over a decade honing his skillsets in innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Find his podcast "NextGen Tech CEO Journey" on any podcast app. Find Deano on Wechat: Deanodelpleash Linkedin: Deano Delpleash Please also tune in to episodes 133 Start your own flexpat business 132 Jump into Entrepreneurship 139 Coach your team 138 European values 85 Start your own service business 64 Build a global business in China

Chinese are also flexpats. So why would they work in Luxembourg? For its vibrant Chinese community? Or maybe its mix of flexpats from 140 nations? What's Luxembourg like? How can Chinese professionals integrate this culturally complex country? What is Luxembourg doing to attract and retain flexpats? Denis knows a lot on the topic. He's a board member of ChinaLux, the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg and has been running his own company, Weilan Coaching and Training in Luxembourg for 5 years. Denis speaks multiple languages and moves between cultures like a DJ! He regularly publishes articles on Intercultural Agility on LinkedIn. Find him here: www.weilan.biz Find him on Wechat here: pariscoach75 Find Francis on Wechat: Flexpat2020

How can Chinese kids develop themselves as global citizens? Learn from Luc who has been thinking about this challenge for the past 24 years. How did bilingual education start in China? What is the role of flexpats? Parent`s evolving expectations How to work with Chinese school principals? How to enjoy your own international career? Find Luc on Wechat: lucpauwels Find Francis on Wechat: Flexpat2020 ____ Please also tune in to episodes: 134 education ecosystem in China 57 Teacher job market 106 Teach your team English 116, 123, 131 Professor in China

Learn to be a coach to your international and Chinese team. Coach Terry shares the shortcut to years of learning and practice in situational leadership. What are current challenges for flexpats and Chinese professionals? What exactly is coaching and training? How does it add value to individuals, teams, leaders and companies? How to define a scope for a coaching project How to provide coaching and training to your team How to differentiate as a Flexpat coach How to always keep learning and growing How to start your personal development journey Follow Terry's content on Wechat: Wechat Official Account: growthhublife Wechat Channel: UPSKILL提升重塑 Terry is an accomplished Executive Coach, Trainer, and Facilitator with over 20 years of experience in Greater China. Passionate about education and storytelling, Terry is the founder of Upskill Consulting and the content director for the motivational WeChat community GrowthHubLife. He shares insightful content on mindset, coaching, motivation, leadership, and soft skills, reaching a wide audience. Find Terry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachterryc/ Founder and Executive Coach at Terence H Clarke Coaching: https://www.terencehclarke.com Co-founder, Head Coach and Facilitator at UpSkill Consulting: https://www.upskill.consulting ____ Please also tune in to episodes: 126 Create an international company culture in China 46 Lead Chinese teams 136 China-focused future 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global 129 Expats leave China

Learn cross-culture communication in order to attract and retain Chinese young professionals with European values. What is the value of an open mindset and independence? How can Chinese young professionals learn European values if they did not grow up using them? How can Chinese professionals learn to make decisions by themselves? How can flat hirachies be applied in China? How do you deal with compliance issues and still trust your Chinese team? How can European companies offer sufficient career growth potential to their Chinese leaders and staff? Kate moved to China in 2018. and became interested in Cross-Cultural Communication. This led her to open a business in Shanghai in 2020. Previously a University Teacher, she is now a Certified Professional Coach, Trainer & Facilitator, with an ACC credential from ICF. Contact Information: WeChat ID: kalemil LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katarinaelm e-mail: [email protected] ____ Please also tune in to episodes: 126 Create an international company culture in China 46 Lead Chinese teams 136 China-focused future 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global 129 Expats leave China

Learn about Chinese digital ecosystems and brands from Ashley Dudarenok, a “guru on digital marketing and fast-evolving trends in China” as hailed by Thinkers50. We dive into topics such as China’s digitalisation, naturalising as a Chinese national, domestic and global brand competition in the country, working for Chinese brands abroad, and more. · About the Chinese digital ecosystem · How to apply such a digital ecosystem in other markets · How to enter and compete in China as international brands · How Flexpats can add value for international brands · How Chinese professionals can learn to have a broader strategic horizon beyond just China · How Chinese brands are going global · How Flexpats can work with Chinese brands abroad Ashley and her team are hosting a China DIGITAL+ SUMMIT in Shanghai on 18th October 2023. The summit is centered around these 3 themes: customer centricity, emerging technologies, and the future of retail. It’s a must-attend event for all marketing, retail, and tech leaders focused on China. The summit will feature 20+ speakers delivering actionable insights on digital China and accommodate 300+ industry professionals from KOLs, prominent brands, tech companies, agencies and more. Join Ashley and LOTS of China Flexpats on18th October in Shanghai. Grab your tickets here https://chinadigitalsummit.com. Ashley Dudarenok is a serial entrepreneur, award-winning digital marketing professional and author. She is the founder China digital consultancy ChoZan 超赞 and a digital marketing agency Alarice. She is also an author of 10 bestselling books on Digital China. She has both a deep theoretical knowledge of China’s digital landscape development and is immersed daily in the market, observing and applying what works for business. More about Ashley and here work at www.ashleydudarenok.com Follow Ashley on LinkedIn for a daily dose of China digital insights https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleydudarenok/ Check out her videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/ashleydudarenok ____ Related episodes: 135 China Marketing for Brand success in China 122 Social Media Branding 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global 103 German Beer Branding Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat wechat community

"Dragon Suit" is the best book for flexpats in 2023. Learn all you need to know about flexpat careers in one single episode. · How China became a key market for global firms · Current challenges for China expats and flexpats in 2023 · How new expats can prepare for their China challenge · Reasons why many expats leave China and new expats are not coming · How Chinese professionals can take expat roles · Which risks evolve when European companies have no expats or flexpats in China · How flexpats can show their value and justify their salary · How European companies accept flexpats in 2023 · How European companies and professionals can prepare for an increasingly China-facing future in business Find Dragon Suit, the best books for flexpats in 2023, on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41WjhWe Gábor Holch spent twenty years advising, coaching and training multinational executives in China, Asia and Europe. Trained in languages, philosophy and diplomacy, he briefly worked for intergovernmental development organisations before moving to China in 2002. Since then, he became a Mandarin-language Certified Management Consultant, founded his Shanghai-based consultancy and helped thousands of managers at firms including ASML, Bayer, BMW, Nissan, Nokia, Patek Philippe, PepsiCo, Peugeot-Citroën, Porsche, Roland Berger and Walt Disney. He has authored four books and delivers keynote speeches on the challenges and successes of expatriate executives, culture in the future of work and global leadership. Find Gabor Holch on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaborholch/ Founder and Director of Campanile Management Consulting https://www.campanileconsulting.com/ Join his next webinar or speech at https://www.holch.biz/events ____ Please also tune in to episodes 20 Leadership advice (Gabor) 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global 129 Expats leave China 111 Prepare expat assignment 112 Plan your entire flexpat career 107 Transition from Expat to Flexpat 119 Returning home after 10 years 126 Create an international company culture in China 131 Sustainable Lifestyle in China 128 Happy Expat Spouse 21 From Entry Level to Top Management 100 Get your first Management Job in China Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat wechat community

Learn from a real Marketing expert with 25 years experience in and with Japan and China. • Current B2C marketing environment in China • Market entry for international brands • Market barriers for international brands • About Chinese upcoming brands • Chinese brands going international • Job opportunities for flexpats both in China and in other countries • Lifestyle advice for flexpats Mike Golden is the founder and CEO of a marketing communications agency in Shanghai, with over 20 years of experience in China. He has also spent time in Japan and Thailand. He works with multinational brands to succeed in China through the methodology of “radically relevant China marketing.” He graduated from Cornell University and holds an MBA from the University of California, Berkeley. In his spare time, he plays a variety of musical instruments, and hangs out with his family, pet corgi, and cat. Mike Golden / [email protected] www.brandigochina.com ____ Please also tune in to episodes 122 Social Media Branding 123 Branding professor at a university 103 German Beer Branding 98 Coffee Branding 39, 84 Market entry, branding for international brands Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat Wechat community.

Understand the education ecosystem in China. Learn from a real China education expert with 30 years of experience in various career positions in and with China. • What are the key differences between the Chinese and the US education system, and what can they learn from each other? • How do Chinese students profit / suffer from the high-performance pressure in the education system? • How can Chinese students prepare for an international lifestyle, study abroad, and learn an open mindset? • What can parents do to support their children? • Which opportunities do flexpats have to create value in the Chinese education system? • How will the recent government restrictions in China concerning private education affect international influence? • Can teachers still build a great career in China? • How should international schools hire flexpats and locals and create a good team? Brantley Turner, the East Asia Education Director for Dwight Schools, brings 25 years of experience in China, including a decade as the founding principal of a unique Sino-U.S. high school approved by China’s Ministry of Education. Her recent ventures include educational start-ups in Vietnam. Renowned for her groundbreaking East-West school leadership and exceptional Chinese communication skills, Brantley is a fervent believer in the power of disruption in education. She views school leadership as a dynamic space for exploring individual assumptions and perspectives, and how these can either hinder or propel progress. Her commitment to constant innovation in leadership, school enhancement, arts programs, and educational technology underpins her drive for top student outcomes in Asia. Brantley is a forward-thinking leader in global 21st-century education discussions. Find Brantley Turner on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brantley-turner-39858ba7/ ____ Please also tune in to episodes 116, 123, 131 Professor in China 57 Teacher job market 106 Teach your team English Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat Wechat community

Kai held several top management positions in China for many years before he decided to start his own business. In this episode, you will learn what it is like living in the same neighborhood as Tesla in Shanghai and what that means for daily life. You`ll understand several reasons why it is essential to start your business while still being employed elsewhere. (Guanxi, Visa, Language, etc.) You`ll get insights on how to find the right business partner and how to navigate the Chinese business landscape as a foreigner, especially being a first-time entrepreneur. Connect with Kai on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kai-marcel-dodel-64987467/

Quit your nine-to-five job and start your own company in China. Aladin shares his journey from a typical 9-5 job into his own business within the Film and TV industry in China. Highlights * What motivated him to come to China in the first place * Why does it matter in which city you set up your company * When is the right time to quit and switch * How to attract new clients Feel invited to tune also into Aladin's podcast: Middle Earth - China's cultural industry podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1763226 Aladin can also share with anyone a document where he explained the WOFE's creation process as well as some tips such as which bank to choose for your company or the way to create your company for free. Follow and connect with Aladin on Social Media: Wechat: Aladin_F Linkedin : Aladin Farré Twitter : Aladin_F Find Verena on LinkedIn: Verena Lupprian Find more episodes on entrepreneurship in China 48 Build Tech Company 52 Build Tech services company 64 Build international company 70 Build international company 84 European F&B Marketing 85 Service business for Chinese customers 97 Engineering Entrepreneur 103 Localize your business (German Beer) 108 Start an Online Business

Reduce your cost of living to the bare minimum in order to build a sustainable Flexpat lifestyle. - What are the easiest ways to reduce the cost of living? - How can international children attend public school? - Why should children attend Chinese kindergarten and school? - How do you deal with performance pressure? - How can you build a sustainable Flexpat profile and perform? - Why should international companies hire Flexpats? Currently, Dr. Lockstrom is a Senior Associate Professor of Operations Management at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in Suzhou, China, where he is teaching and doing research in the areas of purchasing, logistics, and supply chain/operations management. He is also currently serving as Director of the Centre for Case Development (CCD). Dr. Lockstrom received his BSc/MSc in Industrial Engineering and Management at Chalmers University of Technology and his Ph.D. in Operations Management from European Business School, Germany. He has previously taught graduate courses at European Business School, Moscow State University, Tongji University, and MBA courses at CEIBS. He has published more than 50 academic and practice-oriented papers and book chapters, and made more than 60 conference appearances. Prof. Lockstrom has more than two decades of consulting experience working with multinational corporations such as BMW, Atlas Copco, DuPont, and EY, among others, and has also founded and operated multiple business ventures in the past. WeChat: loco_barocco ____ Please also tune in to episode 123 on working in China as an academic professional (professor) 129 why Flexpats are leaving 111 Prepare Expat assignment 107 Transition from Expat to Flexpat 90 Flexpat Lifestyle 25 Transition from Expat to Flexpat - Kids in Homeschooling Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat wechat community

Prepare for a smooth return to China. Tobias lived in China for a while before the pandemic ended his challenge sooner than he actually wanted. He will guide us through the learnings of his first China stay, the motivation to come back and all the preparational tasks he is undertaking right now. Highlights What motivated his company to offer a return to China Why this job is a typical flexpat job Why going local can be a big benefit for flexpats What do you need to prepare for a return In addition, Tobias recommended the following sources for a cultural preparation: Book from Ning Huang "Wie Chinesen denken: Denk Philosophie, Welt- und Menschenbilder in China" Books from Frank Sieren. LinkedIn channel: Frank Sieren, Jörg Wuttke and Arnold Ma. Follow and connect with Tobias on Social Media: WeChat: T08IKR4 LinkedIn: Tobias Krabler Find Verena on LinkedIn: Verena Lupprian

Many expats have left China and international companies struggle to replace them with experienced professionals from HQs. What does this mean for the company both in China and in the corporate office? - What is the main reason why expats return home and new expats are not coming here? - What choices do European companies have to deal with this? - Can Chinese teams achieve the same output as international teams? - What is the main risk when European companies don’t have any foreigners in China? - What is the value of a flexpat? - How can flexpats build a network in HQs and learn important company know-how? - How can flexpats justify their salary package? LinkedIn: Christian M. Göttker Wechat: CMG-GSA ____ Please also tune in to episode 126, where Eric Voigt explains exactly how Flexpats or Chinese professionals are suited for Top Management positions in China for international companies. Other episodes: 20 Leadership advice for flexpats 21 From Entry Level to Top Management 100 Get your first Management Job in China 107 Transition from Expat to Flexpat 111 Prepare expat assignment 46 Lead Chinese teams 96 German Center Taicang Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat Wechat community

Bring your partner and family to China! What does this mean for your partner? - How does a businesswoman transform into an expat spouse? - What is it like to raise a child in China? - How do you spend your day without work? - How can you find a job and get a visa? - How can you prepare for returning back home? - What is the value of an expat assignment for the whole family? LinkedIn: Chloris Liu Wechat: chlorisliu Company Info : Michael Page Suzhou - Head of commercial segment [email protected] ____ Please also tune in to episode 80, where Chloris explained salaries in China! Other episodes: 49 Expat Spouse finding work in China 10, 111 Prepare your expat assignment 82 Career Opportunities for women in China Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat Wechat community

Study in China! Start your international career while you are in university. - How do German universities cooperate with Tongji University in China? - What is the cost of studying in China to German students? - How can they get scholarships? - How should they plan their study semester and internship in China? - How can students start work in China as a flexpat and get a work visa? Links Oliver mentioned: CDHAWA - Tongji University: https://cdhaw.tongji.edu.cn/zde/main.htm DHIK: https://www.dhik.org/ueber-uns/netzwerk/ Campus China: https://www.campuschina.org/ The 3 different types of CSC scholarship: https://tribe.cucas.cn/question/97 Oliver Schirmer is Vice Director of the Sino-German University of Applied Sciences "Chinesisch Deutsche Hochschule für Angewandte Wissenschaften (CDHAW)" of the Tongji University Shanghai. He got his double degree with Tongji in Business and Engineering. Holds an MBA in International Business and is currently working on his Ph.D. Life-long learning! LinkedIn: Oliver Schirmer Email: [email protected] ____ Please also tune in to episode 125 Study in China and start your career 2 Study and do an Internship in China (also at Tongji) 19, 60 Find entry-level jobs in China 20 Start your Flexpat career 21 From Entry Level to Top Management 33 Prepare for job interviews 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad 100 Get your first Management Job in China 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat Wechat community

Build and grow a China subsidiary to be successful and integrate it into the global company structure. - What can go wrong if European companies expand to China? - Who is the best fit for the GM role: Chinese, Expat, or Flexpat? - How should a flexpat prepare for a new GM role? - How can Chinese leaders ask for freedom to react to local requirements? - How should European companies prevent compliance issues in China? - How can you create a company culture which allows the global business to grow? Eric Voigt has been working in Asia and Europe for corporations and private equity funds for 25+ years, occupying senior roles and managing facilities. At the heart of these jobs has been the establishment of new production facilities, the recruitment of entire workforces, and the ongoing day-to-day management of these companies. LinkedIn: Eric Voigt Email: [email protected] ____ Please also tune in to episode 20 Start your Flexpat career 21 From Entry Level to Top Management 100 Get your first Management Job in China 107 Transition from Expat to Flexpat 111 Prepare expat assignment 46 Lead Chinese teams 96 German Center Taicang Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat wechat community

Start your successful career even before graduation. Learn how to prepare yourself to enter the job market and how to build up your reputation and professional network. What are the benefits of starting your career in China? What are the biggest challenges/risks? How important are Chinese skills? What is it like to work for a Chinese company? How can you prepare to start your career? How can you find your first job? Michalina’s tips for a successful career: Always remember that reputation is your strongest asset Identify your strengths and useful skills - be of use at all times Be active, be hardworking, be open Remember that communication is the key Connect with Michalina Milczarczyk on LinkedIn. As Michelle said, Chinese is very important. Check out episode 114: Learn Chinese with Francis and Sofia Please also tune in to episode: 2 Study and do an Internship in China 19, 60 Find entry-level jobs in China 20 Start your Flexpat career 21 From Entry Level to Top Management 33 Prepare for job interviews 39 Differentiate from Chinese professionals 43 Work for Alibaba 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad 100 Get your first Management Job in China 117 Cross-Border Sales Director in Chinese company (Francis) 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global Contact Francis (Wechat: Flexpat2020) if you want to join our Flexpat wechat community

Jeff O'Dea assists Japanese professionals working in global companies to cultivate a growth mindset and improve their English communication skills. His expertise includes facilitating communication between Japanese and non-Japanese team members, promoting teamwork, and enhancing overall communication effectiveness within teams. Learn how to: help Japanese and non-Japanese communicate build teams that talk to each other impact the success of communication within your team Take action to help your Japanese team: unlock their potential reduce hesitation add value Learn from Jeff how to achieve the same result with your Chinese team! Find Jeff O`Dea on LinkedIn, where he is very popular, he is a real influencer. Please also tune in to episode 106: Teach your team English 102: Cross Culture Communication in Taipei 69: Lead Chinese teams, bridge culture 72: Work with Chinese suppliers

Prof. Dr. Stefan Waller has been working in China for 6 years now. Within a Sino-German cooperation program at a Chinese university, he represents the German concept of a university of applied sciences. The German, as well as the Chinese education system, has its merits and shortcomings, and the approach of international academic cooperation allows students and teachers from China and Germany to experience both. - What is working at a Chinese university like? - How to find a job at a Chinese university? - What are the formal requirements to work at a Chinese university? - What are Chinese university students like? - How can you integrate into China? Find Stefan Waller on LinkedIn Wechat: herrwaller Please also tune in to episode 116 where Jeff Towson explains how to teach Chinese MBA students Learn Chinese? Check episode 114 where Sofia and Francis introduce their approach and the content of the book "Learn Chinese on your own terms". Please support us with a 5* review in your podcast app! Tell your friends about us.

China's Digital Marketing field is explained through the eyes of a real expert. Artem has his own Digital Marketing agency and consults foreign companies on entering China's vast field of digital marketing channels. He's well knowledgeable in video advertising and live-streaming from as simple as a small car repair shop up to the big luxury fashion brands. Highlights Get to know some facts and figures about digital marketing Understand the complexity of digital marketing in China as well as the differences compared to other countries Learn how to use digital marketing for your own company and personal branding Hear what Artem has to say about the digital marketing trends and the evolution of different platforms Follow and connect with Artem on Social Media: WeChat: chinartem Email: [email protected] Website: https://outlandishchina.com Instagram: chinartem LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chinartem/ Media Outlet (Russian): Ekd.me LaowaiMe Instagram: https://instagram.com/laowaime Find Verena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/verenalupprian/

This episode shows us the key points for every flexpat to build up confidence and resilience that guide you through your career no matter if you are a technical or a salesperson. Pierre explains methods of how to deeply engage with China, and how to adapt and be seen in this highly competitive market. Furthermore, we will hear what aggressive confidence and resilience mean to him and where they brought him now since arriving in China in 2011. Highlights: Use aggressive confidence and approach / ask even 20 times from different angles Spend time on research to be able to shoot with accuracy Ask How instead of W-questions to involve in a solution-oriented style Educate your message from a cultural perspective Immerse yourself 100% in the Chinese world Follow and connect with Pierre on Social Media o: WeChat: Pierre_Mo_Lin_Morin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierre-m-17420017/ Website: https://www.silicycle.com Find Verena on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/verenalupprian/

 • How can Chinese nationals integrate overseas?  • How do you train to be an interpreter?  • What is special about German and Chinese customers?  • How can you build trust with both Chinese and European customers?  • How do you negotiate a high fee? How do you reject a low fee? How do you find new projects? Visit Zoe’s website: www.zoelingo.com or follow her on LinkedIn  We recommend the following episodes to get more input on Cross-Border Trade, Sales, eCommerce, and working for Chinese companies: 114 Learn Chinese with Francis and Sofia 117 Cross-Border Sales Director in Chinese company (Francis) 115 Cross-Border Thought leader 39 eCommerce for international brands in China 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad

During his 10-year stay in China, Simon has become an expert on cross-border trade and logistics from and to China. For the past few years he is especially focused on Dropshipping at www.hypersku.com, a niche in the global eCommerce market. After completing his China dream it was time to move back, but that move turned out to be tougher than expected. Tune in to learn more...   • What are the reasons to leave China?  • How can your family prepare for the relocation to Europe?   • What is crucial for successful repatriation?   • How can a Chinese family integrate into Europe?  • What are the main business challenges for continuing your career in Europe?  • How does Flexpat experience help in working with Chinese companies in Europe?  • Main advice for moving back Check out Simons' first episode 35. Simon mentioned Episode 99 with Gianni about sending his kids to a Chinese school. Find Simon on LinkedIn We recommend the following episodes to get more input on Cross-Border Trade, Sales, eCommerce, and working for Chinese companies: 116 Cross-Border Sales Director in Chinese company (Francis) 39 eCommerce for international brands in China 113 Young China - Chinese companies going global 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad 46 Lead Chinese teams

Learn how to be a Cross-Border Banker at a Big4 Chinese Bank:  • How does an MBA in China help you?   • How to fit into a Chinese government entity/ bank as a flexpat :   • What are the challenges to work for Chinese or Italian organizations?  • How do Chinese teams relate to an international working and leadership style?  • How can you differentiate from Chinese bankers?  • What kind of flexpats are searched for in China today?  • How can you build trust with both Chinese and Italian customers?   • How can you prepare for a job in your home country?   Matteo Giovannini Matteo is a China-based finance professional with 15 years of work experience in FP&A and project financing in private and state-owned enterprises.  Since 2015 he has been serving as a Senior Finance Manager at one of China’s Big 4 State-Owned Banks. Prior to that, he spent 7 years in Italy as a Financial Controller working at one of Europe’s largest communication groups and covering business operations in EMEA and LATAM. He currently serves as an International Committee Member of the Alumni UCSC Far East, as an Advisory Committee Member of the Beijing Global Talent Exchange Association, and as MBA Program Alumni Ambassador at Peking University. In 2019 he was awarded a Distinguished Foreign Expert by the State Administration of Foreign Experts (SAFEA). He has been living in China for a decade and he is a frequent contributor to major Chinese media outlets covering economy, finance, and global affairs. He holds an MBA from the National School of Development (NSD) at Peking University, an M.Sc. in Multimedia Management from IULM University of Milan, and a B.A. in Economics from the Catholic University of Milan (UCSC).  He is a citizen of Italy and a Permanent Resident of China (Greencard). We recommend the following episodes to get more input on Cross-Border Sales, banking, and working for Chinese companies: 116 Cross-Border Sales Director 115 Cross-Border Investment Advisor 69 Investment Banking 113 Young China 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad 46 Lead Chinese teams

What is it like to work in a Chinese company? Francis is usually the host, today he is the guest. He shares what it is like to be working in a Chinese company, in an industry very much influenced by China, the EV car industry. How can flexpats... fit into a Chinese company? measure their success and progress? communicate with their Chinese boss? lead a Chinese team?  Francis grew up in an international family in Germany with a mum from Ireland. From a very young age, he developed a great interest in international business and foreign languages. He decided to study business administration and took the opportunity to learn Chinese and work in China during his studies. After graduation, he started to work in technology marketing - mostly representing international companies to German customers. After ten years in business, he changes sides. He relocated to China and represented a European technology company to Chinese customers. During the past 6 years, he has tried his best to fit into his new surrounding, improve his Chinese, and inspire his Chinese team to get international. We recommend the following episodes to get more input on Sales Management in China, learning Chinese, or working for Chinese companies: 114 Learn Chinese with Francis and Sofia 73 Sales Management with c.j. (today`s host) 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad 46 Lead Chinese teams 59, 66 Sales Management 62, 101 Business Development If you want to get Francis` book on learning Chinese, check out episode 114. Wechat: Flexpat2020

Learn how to be a Cross-Boarder Thought Leader - What is the challenge of a management consultant, investment banker, thought leader, and professor? - What is the difference between China and other geographies? - How do you lead Chinese teams? - How can you build a personal brand as a thought leader? - How do you develop a personal "moat", an advantage to differentiate on the market? - How can you differentiate from local professionals? - How should you build your international career to be happy and successful? Jeff is a leading expert on the digital strategies of the best US, China, and Asia companies. He does: Consulting and advisory. Executive programs on digital transformation. Keynotes at conferences and company events. Called the “Michael Porter of digital”, Jeff is one of the most followed analysts in Asia (+3.1M followers on LinkedIn). He was also the #1 LinkedIn Top Voice for Finance globally (2017) and a Top Voice for China (2016, 2017, 2018). He is frequently cited as a global influencer by companies such as Huawei and Alibaba. He has been seen on Bloomberg, CGTN, CBS News, ABC, and other programs. He is the host of the Tech Strategy podcast and is a CEIBS / Sasin business professor and best-selling author. Jeff was previously the Head of Direct Investments for the Middle East North Africa and Asia Pacific for Prince Alwaleed, nicknamed by Time magazine the “Arabian Warren Buffett”. His latest books are Moats and Marathons, the One Hour China Book, and the One Hour China Consumer Book. Jeff received an MBA from Columbia Business School, an MD from the Stanford University School of Medicine, a BA in Physics from Pomona College and a Fulbright Scholarship in Biophysics from the Karolinska Institute for Biomedical Science in Stockholm, Sweden. www.jefftowson.com Follow the wisdom of the Flexpat-crowd: Check out the following episodes to get more input on working in consulting: 102 Bridge Language and Culture gaps 85 Service Entrepreneur 100 Get your first Management job 62 Business Development for Consulting Services 7 How to be a CFO 65 Management Consulting 39 Differentiate from Chinese 14 Start your career in Consulting 87 Personal Branding Contact Francis on Wechat: Flexpat2020

How can young professionals transform their careers to reach their targets and live their dream life? It's hard work. But there are also best practices to learn from. What are the challenges of a professional English teacher?  How can young English teachers plan a career change? Which career paths and industries are more open to getting in without a specific background? How important are Chinese skills? How important are university degrees? How can flexpats differentiate from local professionals? How can flexpats really integrate in China? Follow Alan on LinkedIn and read his articles on career development. You can learn so much! We recommend the following episodes to get more input on Sales Management in China, learning Chinese, or working for Chinese companies: 57 Advice for teachers 112 Plan your Flexpat career 73, 66, 59 Sales Management 101, 62, 34 Business Development 102 Bridge Cultures 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad 46 Lead Chinese teams 80 Salaries 114 Learn Chinese

Contrary to popular belief, mastering Chinese doesn’t have to be a slow, hard process. Our book "Chinese On Your Terms" gives you access to the big picture of learning Chinese. Find your WHY. Take Action.  How did we learn Chinese? What was the biggest challenge and how did we cope with this? Why is it so important to find our WHY? What are the main options to learn Chinese? Which tools have we used most? How does the RACE framework help us to learn Chinese? What is fluency? What level of Chinese do you need for E Express? What can get in the way? Why do so many students quit? How can we hold ourselves accountable? We recommend the following episodes to get more input on learning Chinese, working for Chinese companies or working in consulting: #75 Learn Chinese #113 Young China #99 Work for Chinese companies abroad You can get the eBook on Amazon for 9,99 EUR.  In case you prefer a printed version in China, you can reach out to Francis The book can be sent by SF express within China for 100 RMB. About Francis: WeChat: Flexpat2020 Linkedin: Francis Kremer About Sofia: WeChat: xaviersofia Linkedin: Sofia Xavier

This episode describes an academic career path as a China watcher with a strong focus on Young China, the Post-90s generation, and Chinese companies going global. 1) Why is Fluent Chinese so important to a flexpat career? 2) How can you start an academic career as a China watcher? 3) How do you make a living as a China watcher? 4) How are Chinese companies going global, do they hire flexpats?  5) What is the key to success for flexpats in the next decade? Zak Dychtwald is the author of the critically acclaimed Young China: How the Restless Generation Will Change Their Country and the World and founder of the market insights firm, Young China Group. A fluent mandarin speaker with a decade in China, Zak is an expert in dissecting the intersection between China’s evolving identity, the economy, and consumer trends.  Zak has been invited to share his expertise with audiences on six continents at events such as the Wall Street Journal CEO Council Summit, Aspen Ideas Festival, and Google Talks, as well as for major financial institutions and global brands. He is a contributor to Harvard Business Review and his work is frequently cited in The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, BBC, Fortune, Barron’s, and others. Zak started out in China only because of a love of Science Fiction and a want to see where people were saying the future was unfolding. Based in Chengdu, he became fixated on the gap between how China was perceived back home in the US and what he was seeing and experiencing on the ground.  Find Zak's recent video with Harvard Business Review on "China's New Innovation Advantage" or his TEDx talk here.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ump7Kge05ZE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myChmWNbBQc Website: www.youngchinagroup.com; www.zakdychtwald.com LinkedIn: Zak Dychtwald You might also want to check out Peter Hessler, his book River town is really well-known in China writing circles. We recommend the following episodes to get more input on learning Chinese, working for Chinese companies, or working in consulting: 75 Learn Chinese 99 Work for Chinese companies abroad And some more: 31 Work for Chinese company in China 31 Work for Chinese company abroad  39 How to differentiate from Chinese professionals 43 Work at Alibaba 54 Work at Alibaba 65 Work in Consulting __________________ About learning Chinese (by Sofia and Francis):  The next episode will be a LIVE webinar, recorded on Thursday, January 12 at 9 pm Chinese Time. Please contact Francis on Wechat: Flexpat2020, to join this episode. Warmly invited! The ZOOM dial-ins are: Meeting ID: 860 0921 7545 Passcode: 4689330 Contrary to popular belief, mastering Chinese doesn’t have to be a slow, hard process. Our book "Chinese On Your Terms" gives you access to the big picture of learning Chinese. Find your WHY. Take Action.  You can get the eBook on Amazon for 9,99 EUR.  In case you prefer a printed version in China, you can reach out to Francis The book can be sent by SF express within China for 100 RMB.

This episode describes a complete flexpat career from university to retirement.   1) What has changed for flexpats in the past 25 years? 2) What kind of jobs can flexpats get today? 3) How can flexpats differentiate from Chinese professionals? 4) How can flexpats create value in international and Chinese organizations?  5) How can flexpats plan their career and their life? We recommend the following episodes to get more input on life and career planning: 7 From intern to CFO 20 Flexpat Leadership Coaching 21 From intern to Top Management 64 Building a global company in China 69 Lead Chinese teams, bridge cultures 78 Salaries in China 97 Engineering career 99 Work for Chinese companies 100 Get your first management position 111 Prepare your expat assignment  About Etienne: Etienne Charlier has three decades of business experience and executive positions in  China, for both MNCs and small companies. As  General  Manager and  Vice  President in  Alcatel  (MNC  in telecommunication) and later as founder of procurAsia, he was a driving force in many joint ventures,  transfers of technology, strategic partnerships, and  M&A  projects,  and he acquired a unique insight into how international businesses can effectively cooperate with Chinese organizations. He accumulated field experience in several of  China’s most dynamic industries such as high-tech (incl. artificial intelligence), cleantech, and advanced manufacturing solutions.  Today, Etienne is one of the partners in Riverbanks Investments (a boutique M&A advisory firm).  He is also driving DIY AI, an initiative to help companies outside the IT industry to leverage the new tools of data science and machine learning in the sector. Etienne’s interest in AI  started early when he was one of the developers of an  “artificial neural network on silicon” in 1988.  He is currently offering consulting services to companies and is also a lecturer in several deep learning technical training initiatives. He is a Belgian national, holds a Master's in Electrical Engineering and a Bachelor's in Philosophy from UCL, as well as a MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management. He lives in Shanghai with his family.  LinkedIn: Etienne Charlier About Francis: WeChat: Flexpat2020 Linkedin: Francis Kremer

This episode focuses on a unique expat assignment in Covid times in a critical leadership role. 1) Why is China relevant for Bosch? 2) Why are expats required to drive sustainable growth in China? 3) How can expats prepare for their assignment incl. family relocation? 4) How can you build an international leadership career?  5) How to endure China during Covid? This episode displays the personal view of Bruno as an international professional. Find official information from Bosch here: https://www.bosch-mobility-solutions.com/en/mobility-topics/e-mobility-from-a-to-z/ Find more information about the German school Shanghai here: www.ds-shanghai.de Jan Assmann was also a guest speaker in the German language episode #77. Check it out! About Bruno: Bruno Ahrens has joined Robert Bosch GmbH in 2009 as a management trainee, and since then he has been active in the global e-Mobility industry. After 8 years in various sales-related leadership functions in Germany, Japan, and South Korea, Bruno moved to product management and strategy development, where he in later years oversaw the whole electrification product portfolio of Bosch Powertrain Solutions. Bruno studied mechanical engineering in Brazil and in Germany with a focus on renewable energy and holds an executive MBA from the European School of Management and Technology Berlin. Since 2021 he has been heading the electrified powertrain business unit at UAES in Shanghai. WeChat: Ahrens-in-China LinkedIn: Bruno Ahrens About Francis: WeChat: Flexpat2020 Linkedin: Francis Kremer

Learn how to find jobs and make money with your Chinese skills outside China.   European companies need to win new customers in China. Professional videos package experience and understanding. And if they’re localized, even better.  Stew explains in detail how you can build your own business, find your target customers and create value with your Chinese skills.  Find Stew`s cool Mandarin-speaking videos on youtube: https://youtube.com/@stewwilson1212 (Search for "Stew Wilson") About Stew:  Website: creativelaowai.com  WeChat: stewwilson LinkedIn: Stew Wilson  Francis and Sofia recently published a book about learning Chinese. You can listen to our discussion about our learning process in episode 75. After we recorded this episode last year, we decided to write a book together, and the result is fantastic! Before you learn Chinese, you need to learn how to learn Chinese. This book provides an insightful and practical guide on how to learn Chinese, deconstructing and replacing commonplaces about the Chinese language that are generally flawed and outdated. Contrary to popular belief, mastering Chinese doesn’t have to be a slow, hard process. Through the thought-provoking lens of Coaching, Chinese On Your Terms gives you access to the big picture of learning Chinese. It brings together a comprehensive series of reflections and relatable stories on the art of learning Chinese, giving you the confidence to learn Chinese On Your Own Terms! Find the book on Amazon, just search for "Chinese on Your Terms". If you are based in China and would like to get the printed version, just reach out to Francis. WeChat: Flexpat2020 Linkedin: Francis Kremer

Many companies are concerned about China and supply chains are shifting, Johan reflects on China`s role in the supply chain of the future and our role as flexpats in East Asia. East Asia will grow as a region, and the changes create more opportunities for flexpats. Flexpats add value with specific industry knowledge, together with the managerial and cultural understanding needed to manage complex supply chains evolving in an uncertain future. Learn from Johan how to position yourself for creating value and contribute to global industries manufacturing the goods the world needs for future global prosperity. About Johan: WeChat: 18500486766 LinkedIn: Johan Annell About Francis: WeChat: Flexpat2020 Linkedin: Francis Kremer