Round Table China

Since the pandemic hit, a lot more online clothing shops in China have been adopting a pre-order or made-to-order basis to reduce inventory. Can the pre-order model pave the way for a more sustainable and gentler fashion industry? / When was the last time you spent quality time with your family? / Motivational Monday!

The British government has recently announced plans to introduce a lifelong loan entitlement (or LLE) scheme to help those wanting to study, train or reskill via flexible courses. The loan will be worth the equivalent of four years of post-18 education. / Overcoming guilt for not meeting parent's expectations.

Are you familiar with personality tests, especially the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)? MBTI has recently become an Internet sensation on social media, alongside zodiac signs and horoscope. Why is this personality test gaining popularity? And what are the benefits and flaws of applying MBTI in the workplace? / The Services that Chinese young people are buying online might blow your mind. / How can we get alone with our roommates during dormitory quarantine?

Many parents complain about the prevalence of the Internet and also how the content might be too mature for their children. Are these concerns legitimate or unnecessary? / Coffee shops, bars and night clubs are obviously different installations, and one of the most notable differences is the music they play. Does in-store music matter to you? / We look at how tech-savvy farmers are leveraging new technologies.

Excitement in a big city or the ease in a small one? Which would you prefer? / Tech companies in China are encouraging employees to bring pets to work. / Will no label packaging design take off in China?

For retirees who still want to work, are there ways to help them reenter the workforce? / Does remote work make employees "invisible"? / Motivational Monday!

Millions of people around the world switch off the lights for Earth Hour. We discuss how to make a difference, no matter how small the deed might seem, in support of nature and our planet. / China further dismantles enrollment shortcuts to bolster fairness in education. / Are landline phones making a comeback?

How do you feel about advertisements in elevators? Businesses love it, as elevator advertising can reach a captive audience when they are stuck in a space with nothing else to do, first thing in the morning and right before they turn in for the night. But how do consumers feel about? Apparently complaints are not lacking. / Hotels offer studycations to kids due to pandemic. / Heart to Heart - please send your audio questions to [email protected]!

Latest figures show that more Chinese people have drawn up wills and more young people have listed Internet virtual property in their wills. Is the once taboo subject embraced by a lot more folks now? What's up with all the buzz about virtual property? / Different cities, same trees. Is that a problem? / 'No-Code' brings the power of A.I. to the masses.

The number of female car owners has more than doubled in the last decade. What do ladies want in a car? How are carmakers responding to this growing customer base? / Are plants worth the splurge? / Voice messaging has become a great way to stay connected during the pandemic.