Doing Business in China - Coping with culture and language

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Sub navigation - 2nd level: Setting up in China; Choosing the right location; Finding premises; Day to day communications; Managing logistics; Managing human resources

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Sub navigation - 2nd level: Protecting your intellectual property; Taxes; Banking and getting paid; Getting legal advice and resolving disputes; Corruption and corporate social responsibility; Accounting and auditing requirements; Due diligence and avoiding scams

Communication challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Building relationships; Managing meetings and negotiations; Dealing with government and authorities

Coping with culture and language

Sub navigation - 2nd level: China's culture and protocols; Dealing with language differences; Business etiquette

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Sub navigation - 2nd level: Options for manufacturing; The challenges of manufacturing in China; Finding a manufacturer and location

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Coping with culture and language

You don't need to speak fluent Chinese but you do need to understand the vastly different culture.

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China's culture and protocols

Don't be overwhelmed by the differences - use them to advantage.

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Dealing with language differences

Language doesn't have to be a barrier to business success.

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Business etiquette

Avoiding gaffes is a simple matter of cultural knowledge.

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