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Summary
In this episode, Keith shares his experience of living and working in China for almost four years. The conversation explores Keith's journey, the opening of China to international business, cultural differences and misunderstandings, and the business opportunities in China. The main takeaway is the importance of gaining perspective through living abroad and experiencing different cultures.
Takeaways
Living and working abroad provides valuable perspectives and life-changing experiences.
China's opening to international business created opportunities for companies to establish a presence and compete in the goods and services industry.
Cultural differences and misunderstandings can lead to humorous and challenging situations, but they also offer opportunities for learning and growth.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
01:54 - Keith is Sent to China
04:48 - Pop’s Background with Business in China
06:33 - Positioning Yourself for New Opportunities at Work
09:52 - China Opens to International Business
12:42 - Keith's Experiences in China
13:35 - Fork n’ Knife vs. Chopsticks Debate
15:55 - Learning to Say YES to Cultural Differences
21:23 - Living in China as a Foreigner
24:13 - What Determines Business in China?
25:54 - Perspective and Lessons Learned in the 80’s
27:52 - Cultural Differences: Internet in China
29:14 - Cultural Differences: Air Pollution Tied to China’s Economy
30:58 - Closing Remarks
By The Highly Curious PodcastSummary
In this episode, Keith shares his experience of living and working in China for almost four years. The conversation explores Keith's journey, the opening of China to international business, cultural differences and misunderstandings, and the business opportunities in China. The main takeaway is the importance of gaining perspective through living abroad and experiencing different cultures.
Takeaways
Living and working abroad provides valuable perspectives and life-changing experiences.
China's opening to international business created opportunities for companies to establish a presence and compete in the goods and services industry.
Cultural differences and misunderstandings can lead to humorous and challenging situations, but they also offer opportunities for learning and growth.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
01:54 - Keith is Sent to China
04:48 - Pop’s Background with Business in China
06:33 - Positioning Yourself for New Opportunities at Work
09:52 - China Opens to International Business
12:42 - Keith's Experiences in China
13:35 - Fork n’ Knife vs. Chopsticks Debate
15:55 - Learning to Say YES to Cultural Differences
21:23 - Living in China as a Foreigner
24:13 - What Determines Business in China?
25:54 - Perspective and Lessons Learned in the 80’s
27:52 - Cultural Differences: Internet in China
29:14 - Cultural Differences: Air Pollution Tied to China’s Economy
30:58 - Closing Remarks