237 pages : 23 cm +
"Published in cooperation with blah Terra Cognita"--Page 4 of cover
Reprint. Originally published: ©2001
Map on p. [2] of cover
Includes index
Background: Vital statistics -- Climate -- People -- Chinese history in brief -- Noted and notorious Chinese -- Government and politics -- Religion -- Holidays and festivals -- Educational system -- China culture: the Confucian traditions of China -- The yin and yang of Chinese culture -- Time -- Communication -- Group dynamics -- Status and hierarchy -- Relationships -- Relationship tips -- Reasoning -- What does it all mean? -- Living abroad: thoughts before you go -- Impact on children -- Impact on spouses or partners -- Dueling careers -- Understanding cultural adaptation -- Keys to a successful adjustment -- Families -- The nonworking partner -- Children -- Parenting abroad -- Dual career couples -- The single life -- The gender factor -- The race factor -- Sexual orientation -- A word about "expatriate clubs" -- Staying in touch -- Round trip ticket: the return home -- Learning about your new home -- Moving abroad dos and don'ts -- Getting around in China -- Arriving in China -- Business trips to China -- Leaving China -- Getting around -- Travel tips -- Living and staying in China -- Residence permit -- Housing -- Bringing your belongings -- Utilities -- Telephones -- Pets -- Bringing your vehicle -- Schools -- Shopping -- Financial matters -- Socializing -- Etiquette -- Gifts -- Entertainment -- Homosexuality -- Food -- Health and safety -- Crime and legal issues -- Post office -- Tipping -- Business environment -- Government and business -- The chain of command -- The work unit (danwei) -- Business hours -- Office space -- Women in business -- Business step-by-step -- Making contact -- General business etiquette -- Business communication -- Getting to the top -- The first meeting -- Meeting protocol -- Negotiating the deal -- Negotiating tactics -- Closing the deal -- Presenting your ideas and making speeches -- Business entertaining -- Managing -- Leaving a legacy -- A note on using interpreters -- Last notes -- Language notes

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In the Know in China: The Indispensable Guide to Working and Living in China (LL(TM) In the Know)

In the know in China : an indispensable cross-cultural guide to working and living in China

written by Jennifer Phillips; edited by Christopher Warnasch

Jennifer Phillips; Christopher A Warnasch

Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers

Living Language/Terra Cognita

Random House, Incorporated

Random House AudioBooks

In the know, 1st pbk. ed, New York, N.Y, 2003?], ©2001

In the know series, 1st pbk ed, New York, ©2001

In the know, 1st pbk. ed, New York, c2001

United States, United States of America

Book & CD edition, April 15, 2003

2, 2003

"Includes a free 60-minute CD with the key phrases you need to make a great impression"--Cover.
Originally published in 2001.
"... published in cooperation with Terra Cognita"--P. [4] of cover.
Map on p. [2] of cover.
Includes index.

Be IN THE KNOW BEFORE YOU GO<p>Doing business across borders is very different from doing business across town–subtle and not-so-subtle differences in attitudes and etiquette play a big role.</p><p>Did you know?</p><p>• A nod doesn’t always mean yes in China; it can mean the Chinese understand you, or it can be just a polite gesture.</p><p>• Don’t use your power handshake; the Chinese handshake is generally quite soft.</p><p>• Try not to let your impatience get the best of you; many Chinese will use this to their advantage.</p><p><i>In the Know in China</i> helps you:</p><p>• Fit right in by understanding local manners, etiquette, and behaviors</p><p>• Navigate through everyday life with tips for the whole family</p><p>• Get an insider’s perspective on the social and business environment</p><p>The book includes a FREE 60-minute CD with the key phrases you need to make a great impression.</p>

Be IN THE KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Doing business across borders is very different from doing business across townsubtle and not-so-subtle differences in attitudes and etiquette play a big role.
Did you know?
A nod doesnt always mean yes in China; it can mean the Chinese understand you, or it can be just a polite gesture.
Dont use your power handshake; the Chinese handshake is generally quite soft.
Try not to let your impatience get the best of you; many Chinese will use this to their advantage.
In the Know in China helps
Fit right in by understanding local manners, etiquette, and behaviors
Navigate through everyday life with tips for the whole family
Get an insiders perspective on the social and business environment
The book includes a FREE 60-minute CD with the key phrases you need to make a great impression.

2023-06-28