Intercultural Training for China

Hidden notions behind an Asian smile

This seminar helps the participants to understand the Chinese mindset in order to work with them more efficiently and effectively. For successful negotiations and cooperation, one needs to be well versed in the cultural background and key concepts, such as guan xi (relationship, networks, connections) and mian zi (face).

Topics Covered in Program:

• Culture and perception
• What influenced the mentality of Chinese people?
• Chinese Society
• Social Problems
• Regional Differences
• Working style in China
• How to keep your working style efficient
• Communication style
• Negotiation and meeting style
• Conflict situation - " face"
• Social Etiquettes

"Most useful: large spread of topics, practical exercises to open the mind, technical/work relationships as well as the polite approach of Chinese people, presentation of topics via case studies and self learning."

Program conducted in cooperation with Coaching Corner/Asia Coaching