{"id":4028,"date":"2022-04-28T13:51:32","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T05:51:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/Networking-in-China-for-Expats"},"modified":"2024-08-29T20:39:47","modified_gmt":"2024-08-29T12:39:47","slug":"networking-in-china-for-expats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/networking-in-china-for-expats\/","title":{"rendered":"Networking in China for Expats"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The correct connections in China may open doors that you didn&#8217;t even know existed. It may be quite advantageous in China to establish a network or &#8220;Guinx,&#8221; as it is known to the Chinese. The term &#8220;relationship&#8221; or &#8220;connection&#8221; is the direct <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/translation\/\" title=\"View all posts in translation\" >translation<\/a> of the word &#8220;Gunx.&#8221; An <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/international\/\" title=\"View all posts in international\" >international<\/a> <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/business\/\" title=\"View all posts in business\" >business<\/a>man&#8217;s ability to develop a strong network is largely dependent on the quality of his connections with his colleagues. Here are a few pointers for <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/foreign\/\" title=\"View all posts in foreign\" >foreign<\/a>ers looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/jobs?type=marketing\">build a network in China<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16652\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123132627-440x248.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"Networking in China for Expats\" width=\"736\" height=\"415\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123132627-440x248.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123132627-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123132627-220x124.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123132627-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123132627-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123132627-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 736px) 100vw, 736px\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/networking-in-china-for-expats\/#Enjoy_your_meal_and_your_beverage_side_by_side\" title=\"Enjoy your meal and your beverage side by side.\">Enjoy your meal and your beverage side by side.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/networking-in-china-for-expats\/#Learn_a_little_Chinese\" title=\"Learn a little Chinese\">Learn a little Chinese<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/networking-in-china-for-expats\/#The_act_of_exchanging_gifts_Initially_its_a_no\" title=\"The act of exchanging gifts Initially, it&#8217;s a no.\">The act of exchanging gifts Initially, it&#8217;s a no.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/networking-in-china-for-expats\/#Connect_with_them_on_their_social_media_sites\" title=\"Connect with them on their social media sites.\">Connect with them on their social media sites.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/networking-in-china-for-expats\/#Make_Sure_to_Stay_in_Touch_with_Former_Students_and_Faculty_Members\" title=\"Make Sure to Stay in Touch with Former Students and Faculty Members\">Make Sure to Stay in Touch with Former Students and Faculty Members<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/networking-in-china-for-expats\/#Before_you_get_give_first\" title=\"Before you get, give first.\">Before you get, give first.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Confidence_is_key_while_communicating_with_others\"><\/span>Confidence is key while communicating with others.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Confucius developed the notion of excellent Gunx, which he felt was essential to establishing trusting, <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/health\/\" title=\"View all posts in health\" >health<\/a>ful, and respectful relationships with those around you. For the sake of excellent social interactions, this is done Good Gunx is highly regarded in <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/chinese-culture\/\" title=\"View all posts in Chinese culture\" >Chinese culture<\/a> since it demonstrates a person&#8217;s self-assurance in his or her ability to blend in with Chinese society. As a bonus, it demonstrates that you&#8217;re willing to build and keep strong relationships with the people in your immediate vicinity.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enjoy_your_meal_and_your_beverage_side_by_side\"><\/span>Enjoy your meal and your beverage side by side.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/in-china\/\" title=\"View all posts in In China\" >In China<\/a>, tea drinking is a well-known practice. Guests are welcomed into their homes with a cup of tea, and business deals are closed over a cup of tea. As a symbol of deference, an offer to tea should be honored by both parties. In China, an invitation to lunch and supper is a sign of respect and interest. As a result, it is imperative that you accept this offer and familiarize yourself with the etiquette of Chinese dining. Sharing a lunch together in China is seen as a show of mutual trust and openness. It&#8217;s the season to celebrate with <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/food\/\" title=\"View all posts in food\" >food<\/a>, wine, and good cheer.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Learn_a_little_Chinese\"><\/span>Learn a little Chinese<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When it comes to building a network in China as a foreigner, your commitment to studying the language and culture of the Chinese is an asset. Even if you&#8217;re only studying the basics of Mandarin, it indicates that you&#8217;re at least trying to communicate with the people you&#8217;re meeting. You may enhance your Chinese by taking Chinese lessons, volunteering at local organizations, and watching <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/movies\/\" title=\"View all posts in movies\" >movies<\/a>. It&#8217;s OK to use a professional translation when you&#8217;re dealing with complex commercial matters. But don&#8217;t skip out on the chance to converse in the little Chinese you&#8217;ve mastered. Before you arrive, make sure you have these applications installed on your phone. China<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_act_of_exchanging_gifts_Initially_its_a_no\"><\/span>The act of exchanging gifts Initially, it&#8217;s a no.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Do you think it would be strange if someone you don&#8217;t know showed up at your door with a large gift? The way Chinese people give gifts differs <a href=\"https:\/\/dictionary.cambridge.org\/dictionary\/english\/significantly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">significantly<\/a> from the way we do it in the West. Gift-giving has a set of rules that must be followed. Before making a present, it&#8217;s a good idea to get to know the recipient and learn about their traditions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Connect_with_them_on_their_social_media_sites\"><\/span>Connect with them on their <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/social-media\/\" title=\"View all posts in social media\">social media<\/a> sites.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As the world&#8217;s most populous country, China&#8217;s online social media platforms allow you to communicate with its people. WeChat is the most widely used and largest. In China, it&#8217;s almost impossible to go by a person who doesn&#8217;t have this app on their phone. On WeChat, don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for a connection. It&#8217;s really encouraged. To keep the good Gunxi going even after you leave China, use their social media tools and linkages to build up a network of contacts.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-16653\" src=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123217479-440x293.jpg?imageView2\/0\/format\/webp\/q\/75\" alt=\"Networking in China for Expats\" width=\"728\" height=\"485\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123217479-440x293.jpg 440w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123217479-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123217479-220x147.jpg 220w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123217479-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123217479-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/media.hiredchina.com\/2022\/04\/20240829123217479-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Make_Sure_to_Stay_in_Touch_with_Former_Students_and_Faculty_Members\"><\/span>Make Sure to Stay in Touch with Former Students and Faculty Members<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You may be able to join an alumni organization at your university. You may learn a lot from their experiences and knowledge of the Chinese labor <a target=\"_blank\" class=\"inside_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hiredchina.com\/articles\/tag\/market\/\" title=\"View all posts in market\">market<\/a>. Tips for overcoming obstacles experienced by individuals may also be shared with others.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Before_you_get_give_first\"><\/span>Before you get, give first.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instead of begging for aid, offer a service or opportunity to your prospective contact. Begin by offering your expertise and services. When you return the favor, your network will thank you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The correct connections in China may open doors that you didn&#8217;t even know existed. 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