China Leadership Dilemma Podcast

Hey Little Buddy, let's make sure we know how to listen...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 9 -- Listening is important for cross-cultural communications. Active listening enhances our ability to understand the other side, but proactive listening is the key for us as Americans to develop empathy for Chinese values, habits, and priorities.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

October 9, 2019 Webinar Event Summary -- We are all affect by US-China relations in the macro (geopolitical level), but are you aware of all the Controllable Factors that Influence OUTCOMES Doing Business in China in the micro (individual level)?KNOW THE GAME WIN THE GAME means you will struggle as a foreigner doing business in China if you DO NOT understand…Chinese culture, values, and habitsHow China rules are enforced and continuously evolveHow to manage perceptions and misperceptions in order to develop REAL Guanxi relationshipsUNBIASED TRUTH means you strive to develop greater AWARENESS of your natural biases and prejudices, while also developing a MINDSET that accepts "relative" truth as a sufficient exchange of trust and goodwillWe are all biased! This is an inescapable human condition…Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis webinar was hos

Hey Little Buddy, racism today is getting better and worse...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 8 -- Racism has existed thought human history, and it is the source of all major wars and conflicts. Cultural biases and ignorance towards Chinese people is at an all time high in America, and its ramifications will decide our future.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

Hey Little Buddy, what’s a good investment if you are Chinese...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 7 -- Traditionally in China, the most valuable asset anyone has is their home, and as China has grown economically, so have property prices leading to over development and speculation. Stocks were a relatively new investment vehicle for most Chinese citizens leading to a herd mentality that devastated many uninformed investors when the China stock market crushed on June 12, 2015.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

Hey Little Buddy, this is what one country two systems looks like...We are just over 20 years into Hong Kong's 50-year transition to rejoin China. Is it possible for those who have lived under the blanket of freedom and democracy to transition back to authoritarian rule? And what are the implications has the West struggles with this dilemma of upholding its values and coexisting in harmony with China.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

Hey Little Buddy, this is cultural significance of sports...Sportsmanship means it doesn't matter if you win or lose!Sports transcends cultures, but sportsmanship isn't something that is taught in China. Fast forward to modern China, and the concept of TEAMWORK means something different than it means in the US.When a Chinese swimmer is caught using performance enhancing drugs, to call him a cheater is to disrespect all 1.4 billion Chinese people.When American professional athletes are caught in the US, the media calls out the cheater without any reference to the athletes nationality.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 4TITLE: Hey Little Buddy, this is what it means to be ABC...BYLINE: Growing up as the only Chinese kid in schoolAtlanta, Georgia in the 70s was not very diverse, so a small minority of Asians and foreigners were generally welcomed with traditional Southern hospitality. Growing up ABC in the multicultural environment of Southern California in 2019 will be completely different.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 3TITLE: Hey Little Buddy, how do you reconcile American's version of history...BYLINE: Chinese history from the perspective of China is different and dangerousInformation is now free, and traditional educational systems and methods are lagging and insufficient for success in an increasingly complex world, and China's version of historical events now has global significance because of its rising power status, ambitions, and influence.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 2TITLE: Hey Little Buddy, this is how tech affects our relationship with China...BYLINE: US-China trade war and technology significance over timeFrom the perspective of being ABC, how does technology continue to change the world and how is it being developed, leveraged, and utilized in the US-China trade war.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTube• https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279• https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/

Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 1The Communist Revolution occurred in 1949, then 20 years later, I was born in Atlanta, Georgia (USA) in 1969.Mainland China began opening to the rest of the world in 1979, but no one could have predicted the state of affairs between China and the world over the next 40 years.You will be born in 2019, and understanding how the geopolitical landscape has changed between China and the United States since Bretton Woods in 1949 and the macro trends of today and tomorrow from the perspective of another ABC (American Born Chinese) who is aware and cares about this dynamic will hopefully serve you well in your own journey…https://www.emechina.us/Subscribe and watch this episode on YouTube• https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsu

I think the world would be a better place if China and America got along, and perhaps that begins with Chinese and Americans getting along better...Hi, my name is Gene Hsu...I'm a China business coach, trainer, and advisor, but more importantly, I'm an ABC, that's American Born Chinese.ABCs are also known as Bananas, WHITE on the inside, but YELLOW on the outside. This means my values are more Western and democratic, but I also share some traditional Chinese beliefs and values too....And at the intersection between America and China, I am concerned about the lack of cultural awareness on both sides, but I am still optimistic about the future for my unborn son, YES, my wife is currently pregnant with our first child...Generational ABC Podcast are my conversations with my unborn son, one ABC to another, and my attempt to explain our world in context in order for him to make better sense of his world, which will be nothing like the world we live in today...Welcome to SEASON I, the first 12 convers

The 3 Most Challenging Aspects of China Business are identified and discussed in this freestyle riff...Communications"Right" PartnerTrust[01:36] What is the biggest challenge (frustration) of communicating effectively in China?[03:10] What tactics can I use against "circular" conversations (vague and non-committal answers)?[07:04] How do I find the "right" partner in China? And are all Chinese people corrupt and unethical?[09:53] How do I develop win-win partnerships?[12:06] What should I do about Chinese nationalism? How do I protect my IP?[14:20] What is a mindset for China business?[18:56] Are Chinese using the Art or War tactics in their negotiations or communications?[21:02] How do I find a Chinese partner I can trust?[26:51] How can I increase retention and loyalty with my Chinese staff?

This is the final part.Doing business in China is quite daunting for most Westerner, and many try to prepare for success by studying Chinese culture and reading articles like this one published in Forbes in 2011 entitled, Negotiating in China: 10 Rules for Success. My rebuttal of Rules 8 - 10.Rule 8. Don’t set artificial deadlines; control your emotions.Rule 9. Be fair, reasonable and diplomatic.Rule 10. Nothing succeeds like indifference.While there is never an absolute right or wrong way to negotiate in any culture, success will not be achieved by reading someone's rules or tips. Leaders achieve better outcomes when they transfer greater cultural awareness into the proper adjustments to their attitude, mindset, and approach (AMA Values).READ THE REBUTTAL ---https://www.emechina.us/blog/forbes4

Doing business in China is quite daunting for most Westerner, and many try to prepare for success by studying Chinese culture and reading articles like this one published in Forbes in 2011 entitled, Negotiating in China: 10 Rules for Success. My rebuttal of Rules 4 - 7.Rule 4. Assemble a capable Chinese team and enlist the support of third parties, most importantly the government.Rule 5. Remember that in China, a yuan is a buck.Rule 6. Leave your ego at home.Rule 7. Patience is a virtue in China; learn to listen more and speak less.While there is never an absolute right or wrong way to negotiate in any culture, success will not be achieved by reading someone's rules or tips. Leaders achieve better outcomes when they transfer greater cultural awareness into the proper adjustments to their attitude, mindset, and approach (AMA Values).READ THE REBUTTAL ---https://www.emechina.us/blog/forbes3

Doing business in China is quite daunting for most Westerner, and many try to prepare for success by studying Chinese culture and reading articles like this one published in Forbes in 2011 entitled, Negotiating in China: 10 Rules for Success.Part 2 of my rebuttal, adding my experience to the discussion by providing greater cultural context and awareness.While there is never an absolute right or wrong way to negotiate in any culture, success will not be achieved by reading someone's rules or tips. Leaders achieve better outcomes when they transfer greater cultural awareness into the proper adjustments to their attitude, mindset, and approach (AMA Values).READ THE REBUTTAL ---https://www.emechina.us/blog/forbes2

Doing business in China is quite daunting for most Westerner, and many try to prepare for success by studying Chinese culture and reading articles like this one published in Forbes in 2011 entitled, Negotiating in China: 10 Rules for Success.https://www.forbes.com/sites/jackperkowski/2011/03/28/negotiating-in-china-10-rules-for-success/While there is never an absolute right or wrong way to negotiate in any culture, success will not be achieved by reading someone's rules or tips. Leaders achieve better outcomes when they transfer greater cultural awareness into the proper adjustments to their attitude, mindset, and approach (AMA Values).For the "10 Rules for Success" listed in this Forbes article, I am adding my experience to the discussion by providing greater cultural context and awareness.PERCEPTIONS affect outcomes, and it is through the mindset of continuously developing Guanxi that you will reach your goals in China.READ THE REBUTTAL -- https://www.emechina.us/blog/forbes1

Many MINDSET ADJUSTMENTS are necessary to eliminate frustrations and create a sustainable success doing business in China.These MINDSET ADJUSTMENTS are often counterintuitive, unnatural, and difficult to reconcile with your values, worldview, and modus operandi.It is necessary to TRIGGER your imagination and purpose-driven curiosity to THINK DIFFERENTLY about the things your perceive in China or order to RESPOND DIFFERENTLY to create the maximum advantage for yourself.This discussion about the Chinese concept of CRISIS-OPPORTUNITY from 6 Essential Steps To Crush It! In China COURSE (https://www.emechina.us/p/6sCIICEV) provides a valuable trigger to help you develop greater foresight during your engagements leading, communicating, and negotiating with Chinese.https://www.emechina.us/

This is a replay of the 2nd China Business Essentials Webinar on December 19, 2018.RECAPIn this webinar, we discuss why are local Chinese employees so nice, enthusiastic, and agreeable; BUT at the same time difficult to communicate with -- we dissected the 3 most frustrating aspects of managing and leading local Chinese employees:When they go SILENT (can’t get answers)When they become ARGUMENTATIVE (excuses)When they LEAVE (go to a competitor)For each phenomenon, we discuss WHY it occurs and WHAT strategies you can employ to solve your China Leadership Dilemmas.Develop greater context/perspective (Mindset for China Business)Develop greater empathy (Essential Soft Skills That Matter)Adjust your approach or modus operandi (Cross-Cultural Performance)These are the 3 Transformational Pillar (Module 1) of our 6 Essential Steps to CRUSH It! In China course (https://www.emechina.us/p/6sCIICEV)https://www.emechina.us

This is a replay of the first China Business Essentials Webinar on December 5, 2018.In this webinar, we discussed the 3 phases of developing winning partnerships in China in the context of developing a Mindset for China Business (MFCB).Phase #1 - Negotiate(non-committal posturing, pitfalls of full transparency)Phase #2 - Align(Process vs. Values)Phase #3 - Maintain(Guanxi and the continual exchange of goodwill)6 Essential Steps to CRUSH It! In China course (https://www.emechina.us/p/ciic)Discover a new China reality, effortless communications and predictable outcomes - China business is only frustrating for those who swim against the cultural tides! Let us guide you to reverse your misfortunes and achieve more favorable outcomes in China, predictably and consistently! We will train you to develop real Guanxi relationships and solve your China Leadership Dilemmas (CLDs) through 6 foundational China Essentials BLUEPRINT (CEB) modules.Module 1 - 3 Pillars for Transformational Success in ChinaModule 2 - The Guanx

This a replay of the keynote portion of the Mindset for China Business webinar (LEADERSHIP in China) recorded on October 31, 2018.What is LEADERSHIP, and how can we more successfully lead in China?What are the KEY Leadership qualities needed to inspire people in China?What additional Leadership SKILLS can we develop for China, and what INSIGHTS do we lack?In this webinar, we introduce BOE Analysis, a cross-cultural performance concept of imagining possible behaviors or reactions at opposing extremes to develop greater context and perspective without judgment.We will also discuss the China Leadership Path, and how it is actually circular, just like Chinese reasoning.Understanding our perceptions and misperceptions in the context of leading China, and understanding what Chinese VALUE most is the key to avoiding common mistakes most foreign managers make in China.http://emechina.us/home/