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Why Everything Takes Time in China: Patience, Process and Trust

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Why Everything Takes Time in China: Patience, Process and Trust “Why is this taking so long?” This is one of the most common frustrations foreigners experience when working with China. Meetings feel positive, messages are polite, promises sound encouraging—but decisions take weeks, sometimes months. This is not inefficiency. It is a different system of decision-making. […]

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Indirect Communication in China: Why “No” Rarely Means No

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  Indirect Communication in China: Why “No” Rarely Means No For many Western cultures, being direct means being honest. But in China, direct communication can be seen as rude, confrontational, or even disrespectful. Understanding the Chinese indirect communication style is essential for avoiding misunderstandings in business and daily life. 1. Why Chinese Communication Is Indirect

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Chinese Gift-Giving Culture: Why Small Gifts Matter More Than You Think

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  Chinese Gift-Giving Culture: Why Small Gifts Matter More Than You Think For many foreigners, gift-giving is simple—“It’s the thought that counts.” In China, gift-giving is also about the thought, but the timing, symbolism, and the relationship level (guanxi) matter even more. If you want to build trust, strengthen cooperation, or avoid awkward moments with

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