Marcis Sesi

China
Characteristics & Population
The population of China is 1.357 billion.
Face is essentially respect in a community and is a
crucial underpinning of society. Loss of that respect
threatens the relations of individuals with almost
everyone in his or her world and is hard to get back
once lost, and thus must be avoided at all costs.
They follow government rules.

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Appointments
Being late for an appointment is considered a serious
insult in Chinese business culture.
When you are about to be late, you should inform
your Chinese business partner about it. Allow them to
make adjustments or re-arrangements.
Business and government hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Appropriate Business Dress
Conservative suits for men
Neutral colors should be worn by both men and
women.
Revealing clothing for women is considered offensive
to Chinese businessmen.
Topics Of Conversation
The Chinese scenery and landmarks
The weather, climate and geography in China
Your positive experiences traveling in China and your
travels in other countries
Inquiries about family, especially children (but dont
probe)
Chinese art and culture
You get an advantage because Chinese business men
can see you respect their country.
Addressing People
Bowing or nodding is the common greeting
You may be offered a handshake. Wait for the Chinese to offer their
hand first.
The most important member of your company or
group should lead important meetings. Chinese value
rank and status.
Gift Giving
The Chinese do not usually accept a gift when it is first
presented, but will politely refuse two or three times to reflect
modesty and humility.
Never give a clock as a gift. Traditional superstitions regard this
as counting the seconds to the recipient's death.
The most acceptable gift is a banquet.
International business behavior, introductions, gift giving,
protocol, culture Quality writing pens as considered favored
gifts.
Negotiating
Have a negotiating strategy your counterpart
certainly will.
Be able to see the big picture
Convey clarity about the companys purpose and
objectives in China
Listen
Be patient and persistent
Entertaining Business Clients
Entertaining guests at a Chinese banquet is an
important way of establishing friendship.
Drinking is an important part of Chinese entertaining.
Have a toast and stay positive.
Safe topics for toasts are friendship, pledges for cooperation, the
desire to reciprocate the hospitality, and mutual benefit.
Sources
http://chinese-school.netfirms.com
http://www.cyborlink.com/besite/china.htm