Our Cultures & Our World Podcast Mei Yang

Episode Summary:
In this enlightening episode of our podcast, we dive deep into the complexities of doing business in China with the expert insights of Gabor Holsch. As someone who has spent 20 years in China, establishing a successful consulting career and a family, Gabor brings a wealth of experience and knowledge about intercultural leadership and the nuances of the Chinese business landscape. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand and successfully navigate the intricacies of the Chinese market.

Key Highlights:
1. Gabor's Unique Journey: Explore Gabor's diverse experiences, from his upbringing as an expat child to his impactful 20-year tenure in China, shaping his expertise in intercultural dynamics.
2. High-Level Cross-Cultural Interaction: Learn about the complexities and nuances of engaging in high-level business dealings across different cultures, with a focus on the unique challenges and opportunities in China.
3. Insights from 'Dragon Suit': Discover key takeaways from Gabor's book, offering strategies and stories that shed light on the intricacies of the Chinese business landscape.
4. Learning from Each Other: Understand the importance of mutual learning and adaptation in intercultural settings, and how this can lead to successful business collaborations in China.
5. Language and Cultural Integration: Dive into the role of language proficiency and cultural understanding in business success, and how these factors influence integration into the Chinese market.
6. Essential Skills for Success in China: Identify the core skills and competencies needed to navigate and succeed in the dynamic and often complex Chinese business environment.
7. Practical Tips for Success: Gain actionable advice and tips from Gabor, drawn from his extensive experience, to help you effectively engage with and succeed in the Chinese market.

Why Listen:
This episode is packed with actionable insights and firsthand experiences that are invaluable for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone interested in the dynamic Chinese market. Whether you're planning to start a business in China, looking to expand your existing operations, or simply curious about the cultural intricacies of Chinese business practices, this conversation with Gabor Holsch is an essential listen. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding and practical strategies for thriving in one of the world's most challenging and rewarding markets.

Contact details Gabor Holch:
Website: https://www.holch.biz/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaborholch/ 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GaborHolch 

You Can find his book “Dragon Suit” on: 
Amazon:  https://www.amazon.com/Dragon-Suit-Golden-Expatriate-Executives/dp/163742485X/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1EBRII3WOB6P2&keywords=dragon+suit+book&qid=1700840339&sprefix=%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-4 
Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/dragon-suit-g-bor-holch/1143292118?ean=9781637424858  

Podcast Available on: 
🌱YouTube: https://youtu.be/rYUzm23OyZU
🌱Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23MDLHw0ZIZEo05AsNhwjq 
🌱Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-cultures-our-world/id1650591999 

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In this latest episode of "Our Cultures & Our World Podcast," I had the pleasure of talking with Ann Zhang, a good friend and someone I deeply admire.

Ann is passionately involved in sustainability and has brought her passion to the educational field with the X school in Suzhou, China. This unique educational initiative, inspired by her transformative experiences at the THNK School of Creative Leadership in Amsterdam, provides a platform for mid-career professionals to explore personal growth, introspection, and societal contribution. Ann shares an inspiring story of a participant, a former housewife turned general manager, who, through her engagement with the X school, discovered her potential and confidence, illustrating the profound personal transformations that the school fosters.

Continuing our journey, Ann delves into her groundbreaking work in sustainable agriculture through her community-supported project, Springfield. Initiated during the pandemic, this project addresses environmental challenges posed by traditional farming methods. Her commitment to promoting organic and regenerative agriculture in China is a beacon of environmental stewardship, uniting eco-farms nationwide to offer organic products, thereby nurturing a culture of eco-conscious consumerism.

Furthermore, Ann offers invaluable insights into navigating the Chinese business landscape. Her advice, rooted in a deep understanding of Chinese culture, market intelligence, and the importance of integrity and timing, is crucial for anyone aspiring to engage with the Chinese market.
This episode is not just a narrative of Ann's remarkable journey but a source of inspiration and actionable insights for those intrigued by sustainability, transformative education, and the intricacies of doing business in China. 

More information about Our Cultures & Our World Podcast: https://iibboo.com/podcast/.  Here you can also discover a lot of fascinating tips from my podcast guests on how to do business in China and how to connect with Chinese people.

Connect with Ann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annzhsz/ 

You can listen to the podcast on the following platforms: 
🌱Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23MDLHw0ZIZEo05AsNhwjq 
🌱 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-cultures-our-world/id1650591999

In this episode, we're joined by Janine Jakob, a global citizen born in Germany who relocated to China six years ago to pursue a double master's degree. Janine's transformative journey began when she discovered the profound link between happiness and success. Following her instincts, she decided to stay in China and establish her coaching business Full Potential Partners, dedicated to helping individuals lead happier lives and achieve peak performance.
Janine shares her transition from a corporate career at HP to entrepreneurship, discussing the unique challenges she confronted as an entrepreneur in a foreign culture and how she overcame them through unwavering determination and creativity.
Janine strongly believes in the inseparable connection between happiness and success, which she endeavors to integrate into the business world. During our conversation, we delve into the intriguing dynamics of embedding happiness within company culture in China and address societal attitudes toward happiness and mental health.
Janine elucidates her multifaceted roles as a coach, trainer, and consultant, emphasizing her commitment to helping individuals and companies achieve peak performance while fostering happiness. She underlines the pivotal role of company culture and the importance of effective leadership, especially in the unique context of China.
Additionally, Janine shares her inspiring journey of creating "Monday Morning Motivation" (MMM), a thriving community dedicated to fostering positive habits and happiness. She humbly reflects on the impact of MMM and the profound satisfaction it brings, despite being a volunteer-based endeavor.
Our conversation concludes by exploring the significance of open-mindedness, effective communication, and cultural understanding in the global business landscape, and highlighting the importance of collaboration, balance, and finding win-win solutions in our increasingly interconnected world.
Janine's contagious positive energy is bound to uplift your spirits. I hope you will enjoy her happiness-filled insights.
 
Contact details of Janine Jakob:
Websites: www.fullpotentialpartners.net and www.thegrowthzone.global
E-Mail: fullpotentialpartners@outlook.com
WeChat: janine_ja
LinkedIn: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/janinejakob7/
Wechat video channel: 安丽彦JanineJakob
RED 小红书：Coach JANINE 安丽彦
Instagram.com/janinejakob7
Douyin: 安丽彦JanineJakob
Tik Tok: coachjaninejakob
Bilibili: JanineJakob
Facebook: shorturl.at/fCU23
Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCcNW0KV8eHAO6aLQ7yFbU7g
 
You can purchase Janine's book "Be the Coach of Your Life" via: https://www.amazon.nl/Be-Coach-Your-Life-Resources-ebook/dp/B0B697BX1X/ref=sr_1_5?__mk_nl_NL=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=22JMOPAB7KHFZ&keywords=be+the+coach+of+your+life&qid=1697138030&sprefix=be+the+coach+of+your+life%2Caps%2C72&sr=8-5 
 
You can watch or listen to the podcast on the following platforms: 
🌱  YouTube: https://youtu.be/AjsFauZWqDU
🌱Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23MDLHw0ZIZEo05AsNhwjq 
🌱 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-cultures-our-world/id1650591999 
🌱 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMDY5NTYxLnJzcw 
🌱 Buzzsprout Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2069561 
 
More information about Our Cultures & Our World Podcast: https://iibboo.com/podcast/. Here you can also discover a lot of fascinating tips from my podcast guests on how to do business in China and how to connect with Chinese people.

Dear listeners, thank you for tuning in to the Our Cultures & Our World podcast. In this heartfelt episode, I had the pleasure of talking to Jinfeng Shen, a psychotherapist born in China who made the Netherlands her home 15 years ago.
This episode holds a very special place in my heart because over the past year, I've had the honor of volunteering with the non-profit Foundation, co-founded by Jinfeng. I'm thrilled to share the foundation's inspiring backstory with all of you.

During our conversation, Jinfeng and I explored the differences in parenting practices between Chinese and Dutch parents. These distinctions shed light on the unique and often complex challenges that Chinese immigrant families face while living in the Netherlands. 

Jinfeng emphasized the utmost importance of understanding cultural backgrounds and empathy in helping these families. We discussed the mental health challenges young people face in today's world and the vital role of empathy, compassion, and community support in overcoming them.

Jinfeng's journey also led her to co-establish the Foundation Intercultural Participation of Chinese Families in the Netherlands, alongside her good friend, Jina Zhong. This non-profit organization provides guidance and support to Chinese families through various activities, workshops, and events. Through shared experiences, Chinese families have found support, understanding, and a sense of belonging. 

My experience of connecting with and supporting Chinese parents over the last year has greatly enriched my life. So, I want to invite you to join us in building a warm and loving community to support each other. Together, we can help many families and children live healthy and happy lives! 

If you would like to support the Foundation, whether through donations or volunteering, please reach out to Jinfeng. The contact details are in the show notes. 

I can't wait to share this heartwarming conversation with all of you! Enjoy!  


LinkedIn Jinfeng Shen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jinfeng-s-504808154/ 
WeChat official Phoenix Hope Consultancy: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/vYoiSxAFAJXdzID8zDAD5w 
Website Foundation Intercultural Participation of Chinese Families: https://www.cnfamiliesinnl.com/ 
WeChat Official Foundation Intercultural Participation of Chinese Families: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/bwt-KnAZDGk6DTv_UMFtmQ
Link for Chinese Mental Health Festival 2023: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/ufI4lHtpeZXHee_f7SRhFA
 
You can watch or listen to the podcast on the following platforms: 
🌱YouTube: https://youtu.be/uZqkifLLP_M 
🌱Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23MDLHw0ZIZEo05AsNhwjq 
🌱 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-cultures-our-world/id1650591999 
🌱 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMDY5NTYxLnJzcw 
🌱 Buzzsprout Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2069561 
 
More information about Our Cultures & Our World Podcast: https://iibboo.com/podcast/. Here you can also discover a lot of fascinating tips from my podcast guests on how to do business in China and how to connect with Chinese people. 

Dear listeners, welcome back to Our Cultures & Our World podcast. I hope you had a wonderful summer. In the first episode of this season, I had the pleasure of talking to Ian Mote. Ian hails from London and has been living in China for 15 years now.
In our delightful conversation, we delved into the origins of not one, but two of Ian's books. His writing journey commenced with travel stories capturing the essence of his adventures as he traversed all of China's provinces. 'From Chicken Feet to Crystal Bath – One Englishman’s Travel in China' marked his first book, published in 2015.
Ian's second book, 'Ginger in Her Socks,' takes us on a humorous and personal journey through his life in China, delving into the complexities of parenting influenced by both Western and Chinese cultures.
Ian shared with us the cultural differences he encountered in parenting in China, emphasizing the significance of Ayis, the term for Chinese nannies, and Chinese family members in caregiving, as well as the challenges posed by the Chinese education system. We also discussed the therapeutic benefits of writing and the value of vulnerability in storytelling.
Later in the episode, we dived into Ian's experiences as a senior finance professional in China, exploring how he navigated cultural differences in his international career. He shared insights into the dynamic changes in China's financial landscape, the importance of building strong teams, and the significance of cultural understanding and interaction when conducting business in China.
It was a lot of fun talking to Ian, and I learned a great deal from him. I hope you will derive immense value from this conversation. Don't forget to check out Ian's books, 'From Chicken Feet to Crystal Bath – One Englishman’s Travel in China' and 'Ginger in Her Socks – One Englishman’s Parenting in China.' They are available on Amazon, and you can find the titles and links in the podcast show notes.

Website Ian Mote: https://ianmote.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianmote/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ianmote/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fromchickenfeettocrystalbaths
Twitter: https://twitter.com/mmmChickenFeet
Books from Ian:
1. From Chicken Feet to Crystal Baths: An Englishman's Travels Throughout China
https://www.amazon.nl/Chicken-Feet-Crystal-Baths-Englishmans/dp/1504903943/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_nl_NL=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=UZC7RTN06M6C&keywords=From+chicken+feet+to+crystal+bath+Ian+mote&qid=1693671738&sprefix=from+chicken+feet+to+crystal+bath+ian+mote%2Caps%2C68&sr=8-1
2. Ginger in Her Socks: One Englishman’s Parenting in China (English Edition)
https://www.amazon.nl/Ginger-Her-Socks-Englishmans-Parenting-ebook/dp/B0BGKRVFJ9/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1693671607&sr=8-2

You can watch or listen to the podcast on the following platforms: 
🌱YouTube: https://youtu.be/fV5JrUBbVeg 
🌱Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23MDLHw0ZIZEo05AsNhwjq 
🌱 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-cultures-our-world/id1650591999 
🌱 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMDY5NTYxLnJzcw 
🌱 Buzzsprout Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2069561 
More information about Our Cultures & Our World Podcast: https://iibboo.com/podcast/
For interesting tips from my podcast guests about how to do business in China: https://iibboo.com/china-tips/  

Thanks for tuning in to listen to this special China Business Tips Podcast Part 3! 
I hope you have listened to Part 2 of the Tips Podcasts and found the tips interesting and useful for you and your business. If you speak Dutch, hopefully, you also listened to Part 1 in Dutch.
This is the last part of the Tips Podcast series. I hope these Podcasts have provided you with valuable insights that you can apply to your business. I would love to hear from you. Please send your comments or feedback to mei@iibboo.com.
Starting from Wednesday, September 6th, you can tune in to the new episodes. I am delighted to welcome you back and bring forth a captivating lineup of guests who will share their stories and expertise with you in Season 2 of Our Cultures & Our World Podcast.
I hope you will enjoy this last part of the tips podcast!

You can watch or listen to the podcast on the following platforms: 
🌱YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDsqDuyz60zuu-eIxxDpCxQ
🌱Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/23MDLHw0ZIZEo05AsNhwjq 
🌱 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/our-cultures-our-world/id1650591999 
🌱 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMDY5NTYxLnJzcw 
🌱 Buzzsprout Podcast website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2069561 

More information about Our Cultures & Our World Podcast and for all the interesting tips from my podcast guests about how to do business in China https://iibboo.com/podcast/