Dealing with people from china

About CHina:

• 1.3 billion people
• Capital- Beijing
• Language- Mandarin

Why china?

• China is the second largest economy in the world
• World's number one economy by 2027
• China and US, most important relationship in world
• 2nd largest US export destination
• CNN, Forbes, Council on Foreign Relations

American companies

• Coca-Cola
• Proctor and Gamble
• Starbucks
• Apple
• Home Depot

cultural differences

• Culture rooted in luck, giving gifts, and respect
• Guan Xi
• China - business is personal
• Rank is valued
• very punctual

Business Etiquette

• Greeting
• Meeting
• Departure

Business eitquette

• Greeting: Bow/nod,  business card, gift
• Meeting: Rank is valued, formal titles, follow host's lead
• acknowledge local customs, make them feel welcome, tea
• Departure: Allow guests to leave meeting first

Conclusion:

• #1 Economy in the World 2027
• Questions?

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