In the second part of this interview with Maria Pastorelli, an Italian communication trainer and coach in Shanghai, we discuss how to communicate effectively in Asia. By using polite language and face-saving strategies, you can move from stagnation to success. We talk about how a lack of planning and connecting will set you up for failure and we talk about how you can familiarise yourself with the Chinese market virtually and then connect once you are there, using WeChat, Linkedin and other goal specific networking events.