China Myth Podcast Gene Hsu

Audio sample for The Chinese Honeymoon Period audiobook on coming soon to audible.
Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Gene-J.-Hsu/e/B092FYDCN7
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RSVP for Weekly Speak, Learn, Practice, Master (SLPM) Chinese Language & Cultural Interactive Meetups
Beginning July 19, 2023 at 10:00am PST
"You must be more open-minded and flexible to succeed in China"
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I'm sure you've heard this advice before? 
It may be good advice, but it is vague and nonsensical because these suggestions cannot be quantified or qualified in the proper cultural context.
vague 费话 fèihuà (to talk at length / to waste one's breath)nonsensical 废话 fèihuà (nonsense / rubbish / superfluous words / gently sarcastic = No kidding!)These words are catchphrases that allow failure to have an excuse rather than being a prescription for elevating performance. 
So I'll be hosting weekly Zoom interactive workshops for the rest of 2023.
Practice key Chinese phrases in the proper cultural contextRole play essential Guanxi rituals with real-time feedbackDiscover critical psychological factors at play in the Chinese arenaMaster perception management with Chinese counterpartsRSVP once and you'll be invited to each weekly session for the rest of 2023, receive a free copy of The Chinese Honeymoon Period, and receive early access to EXACTLY WHAT TO SAY IN CHINA manuscript.
10:00am PST bi-weekly sessions starting on July 19, 20237:00pm PST bi-weekly sessions starting on July 26, 2023Demonstrating flexibility and open-mindedness in China is challenging due to cultural differences and inadequate translations, so this interactive event is a must for anyone that wants to be perceived more positively by all Chinese stakeholders.
Learn the psychological rules of reciprocity and how to craft a persona that leads and inspires in China.
"A cultural dichotomy is just a contrast that lacks curiosity."
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Do you need help building successful business relationships (GUANXI 关系) and negotiating more smoothly with Chinese counterparts? Have you ever been perplexed why your goodwill gestures in China appear well-received but rarely yield their intended outcomes?
This Chinese language and cultural immersion experience examined how to create a new China persona and approach (modus operandi) that results in more positive and fruitful interaction patterns with Chinese partners. Perception management in the Chinese cultural context is analyzed within five levels of ascension to construct a development plan based on different experience levels and psychological profiles.
After this session, you'll begin wondering whether you've been focusing on the wrong things to elevate your success in doing business in China, and you can contact us to access more content, training, and coaching to know EXACTLY WHAT TO SAY IN CHINA.
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Prime your mindset and psychology to immersion yourself in our next Chinese language and cultural experience on June 22. 
Tactics for the Chinese Psychological ArenaWhy "Trust" isn't worth mentioning in China"Getting Things Done" in China has its Pitfalls (想办法)Open-Minded in China ChallengeVague or Nonsensical in Chinesehttps://www.genejhsu.com/ms4levelup - RSVP for MS4: Level Up Your MO (modus operandi) in China on June 22, 2023 for our next Chinese language and cultural immersion Meetup experience.
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In this Meetup (May 11, 2023 Replay), we debunk common China myths that can lead to poor assumptions and attitudes when doing business in China. We discuss Chinese cultural dichotomies with the West and Art of War tactics that can be employed to create more constructive communication patterns and better outcomes.
 Timestamps
Self-Introduction Rituals [00:04:08] Gene explains the importance of self-introduction rituals in Chinese culture and how they can open more doors in China than just speaking Chinese.Cultural Dichotomies [00:04:58] Gene discusses the importance of understanding Chinese cultural dichotomies with the West to walk further in China in your own shoes.Paratrooper Manager [00:08:32] Gene explains the concept of a paratrooper manager in China, which metaphorically describes how Chinese people feel about China expats or foreigners assigned to live and work in China.Self-Introduction Rituals [00:09:29] Gene discusses the importance of self-introduction rituals and a scorecard to maximize opportunities to deepen Guanxi.Chinese Cultural Dichotomies [00:13:04] Gene explains the difference between how Westerners and Chinese people view the law and authority differently.Negotiations in China [00:17:52] Gene contrasts how Americans and Chinese people typically approach negotiations differently.Importance of ongoing relationship [00:19:42] Chinese people continue to deepen their relationship with you even after the contract is signed. Why is this important, and how should you adapt?Cultural dichotomy of time [00:23:49] Westerners view time as linear, while Chinese people view it as relative. What other differences exist, and why is it important?Deliberate ambiguity as a weapon [00:28:14] How can this tactic be employed to gain an advantage in negotiations?Importance of cultural dichotomies [00:29:31] Gene discusses the importance of understanding cultural differences and not being judgmental towards Chinese behaviors. Why?Deliberate silence in negotiations [00:31:04] Gene advises Westerners to be deliberately silent during negotiations in China, as it can create an advantage and reduce circular conversations.https://www.genejhsu.com/
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April 20, 2023 - You might think leading Chinese employees is simple due to their respect for hierarchy, but this presumption needs to consider the hazards of interpreting Face-giving pantomimes literally, often mistakenly. While we appreciate their song and dance performance, we must purposefully orchestrate the final act.
As we develop an awareness of the importance of TONE, literally and figuratively, and how to sidestep cultural landmines hidden in our dichotomies, more productive communication patterns will emerge.
Still, we can accelerate the creation of a new reality with specific pointers regarding how we interact with local Chinese staff and direct reports.
Additionally, we will discuss Chinese work ethics in relation to their values and how it affects their behavior, both seen and unseen, known and unknown and where their priorities lie.
00:24 自我介绍 My Self-Introduction06:56 What do Chinese employees value most in their jobs?09:13 合作，我们的合作，合作愉快 Chinese Phrases Warm-up19:58 Attitude-Tone MS1 Recap28.53 Delicate Balance of Priorities32:27 Chinese Work Ethics & Values https://youtu.be/8e6BnRGeEZQ (Watch on YouTube)
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