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  #178 How Chinese professionals can be international 04.09.2026 25分

  Chinese professionals can be international and take flexpat jobs, but how?What can flexpats do to add value to the growth of Chinese professionals?James Hsu is a bilingual executive coach and trainer with a solid academic background including a Computer Science bachelor’s degree and an Executive MBA, paired with rich cross-cultural experience growing up in Canada and currently working in China.Now a full-time freelancer, trainer and KOL, James leverages his collaborative leadership style, cross-cultural insight and stakeholder influencing capabilities to deliver professional coaching and training services.
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  #177 Digital Transformation 02.08.2026 16分

  Learn about blue collar empowerment and automation in China. Clear communication is the most important factor in AI/digital transformation. Empower workers and create a smooth transition so everyone gradually comes on board. Blue-collar workers can be upskilled with simple interfaces and training, and the biggest challenge is always taking the human factor into account. Rosanna Terminio is a consultant, contributor, and lecturer specializing in innovation, strategy, and human resources; since 2011 she has been a partner at AsecorpChina Business Consulting, bridging European companies and the Chinese market. Find her on LinkedIn. 
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  #176 China Author 02.07.2026 26分

  China book author shares insights into his book.What makes China so strong today?How did China build the engineering ability in its workforce? How does production capacity affect the consumer behavior?Who earns money in an over-capacity model?Book title: "Enduring Frameworks: Nine Lenses for Understanding Today's China beyond the Headlines"Marco Beba (Find on LinkedIn) is a German business strategy professional based in Shanghai.He has already been on the China Flexpat podcast before, episode 14.Find the book here:Link (Germany): https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0GV3JSQ1BLink (US): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GV3JSQ1B
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  #175 B2B Marketing 02.02.2026 35分

  Sell your B2B products in China:Deep dive into: Value/ Branding / PricingLocal R&DLocal Marketing executionBranding vs. Guanxi (Relationships)Support your Chinese Sales team to succeed in the Chinese market!Dr. Daniel Frerichs is an expert on B2B marketing in China due to his extensive professional experience bridging European and Chinese markets. Dr. Daniel FrerichsSalt & Pepper Consulting Co. Ltd.E-Mail: [email protected] ID: danielfrerichsWeb: www.silkroadconsultants.com
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  #174 Work Smarter – With AI 19.12.2025 23分

  How can professionals — not just tech experts or big corporations — use AI to work smarter and think more creatively? What are some underrated AI tools that save hours in each work week? How does AI change the way we work, lead, learn, and connect?What can Chinese professionals teach the world about fast, practical AI adoption? Alysia Lee Asp is a Creative Innovation Coach, AI Integration Specialist, and Award-Winning Educator helping professionals bridge creativity, psychology, and technology to work smarter and think bigger. Based in Shanghai for over a decade, this “Queen of AI in Shanghai” is known for making innovation practical, human, and globally accessible.Host: Sigrid Winkler, Founder & CEO of CITY COWBOYSLinks: Find Alysia Lee Asp on WeChat: alysialeeaspEmail: [email protected]: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alysialeeasp/Website: flexmytech.com
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  #173 Intercultural Value Conflicts 03.12.2025 36分

  Understand why our values are so important to how we interact with our environment. Why is an expat assignment so hard for the spouse?The true value of intercultural trainings?Preparing local teams for global roles.Andreas Bastian has worked in various senior management positions at several multinational companies, including Volkswagen and BP.With a wealth of experience in developing global teams and businesses, Andreas has lived and worked across diverse markets in China, Japan, Indonesia, and Germany.Dr. Andreas Bastian ICUnet Group Chinahttps://www.icunet.cn/enManaging Director [email protected]
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  #172 Overseas Chinese Students 12.11.2025 26分

  Get to know the challenges of Overseas Chinese students and professionals How can they integrate in other cultures and create value in their home country?Contact Adam Sevcik (Find on LinkedIn)Wechat: AdamSev_01Contact FrancisWechat: Flexpat2020
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  #171 Increase Your Value Through Confident Communication 31.10.2025 31分

  Confident communication drives career success.Speaking with confidence is a skill that can be trained and strengthened.Practical strategies to recognize and avoid common communication mistakes.Build powerful new habits to express your ideas effectively in every conversation. Corinna RothenburgerBorn in Germany in 1965, Corinna Rothenburger is a seasoned language and communication expert with more than 25 years of experience in broadcasting, public speaking, and professional training. She built her career across several major radio stations in Germany, working as a speaker, writer, and event presenter.Since 2012, she has been based in Shanghai, where she continues to share her passion for communication as a German language trainer for companies, adults, and children—helping learners not only master the language but also express themselves with confidence and clarity. WeChat: CorinnaRothenburger
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  #170 Learn Chinese 26.10.2025 24分

  Learn Chinese. Finally be able to speak fluently. It is possible. Alla is the founder and manager of Sino.Sphere an online Chinese school which delivers media-based courses to students from all around the world. Sino.Sphere offers a fresh alternative to traditional rote-learning based approaches, instead engaging its students with modern Chinese media produced for natives in China. We have taught over 500+ students from across the globe and you can find us on Instagram, as well as on LinkedIn as Sino.Sphere.Alla Garside (find on LinkedIn)Instagram: Sino.Sphere Wechat: Allaelizaveta01Contact FrancisWechat: Flexpat2020
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  #169 The Wild 80s - Bringing Art to China 22.09.2025 29分

  Learn from an Artist who started working in China 1987.What is the role of your own skills and your relationships?Is this still valid today?Find Daniel:instagram link @danielmkrauseWechat T4PHAGE
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  #168 Work for Chinese companies: High Context Culture 16.09.2025 31分

  Learn to work in a Chinese environment. What does it take?Which value is the Chinese company looking for?How can you influence and change the Chinese team?What is low and high context culture?Read the book: "Culture Map" from Erin Meyer to learn more about low and high context culture. Contact Jeanne de Gayffier: Find her on LinkedIn or wechat: j_fengshuFind Francis on wechat: Flexpat2020 or Linkedin (Francis Kremer)
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  #167 Bridging German & Chinese Business Cultures: The Human Factor 31.08.2025 32分

  Learn to communicate between German and Chinese teams. What it takes to be strategic and reach your goal. Unlock effective communication and bridge cultural gaps between German and Chinese teams by mastering strategic clarity, cultural empathy, and the human factor; learn to leverage practical tools and cultivate adaptability to achieve successful and sustainable collaboration.Dr. Ellen Wieck-MesaroschLeadership Coach & Consultant for German-Chinese Cooperation projects LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-ellen-wieck-mesarosch-01876410bWechat: Ellen-WMWebsite: www.ellenwieckmesarosch.com
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  #166 Build your own Flexpat career 09.08.2025 29分

  Prepare for an internal transfer to China. Build your China-focused career in your home country.Learn about the e-commerce system in China and how a flexpat can provide value.Why is Chinese so important for your flexpat career?Contact Marvin: Wechat: MarvinFreericks
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  #165 Luxury Travel in China 27.07.2025 23分

  Leave your preconceptions behind and travel into an unexpected China. Individually. Luxury. Unscripted. Contact Rene & Andrea: Email: [email protected]: www.chinaserendipity.comWechat: bolinxiatian2016
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  #164 Flexpat Health Insurance 30.06.2025 20分

  Health insurance need-to-know- understand the Chinese hospital system- save cost on insurance- key risks to insure- prepare to return back homeFind Le'An InsuranceWechat_ID: k522621972Official Wechat Account: LEAN MEMBER SERVICEOfficial Website: www.lean-insurance.comContact Francis on Wechat: Flexpat2020
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  #163 Relocate to your home country 24.06.2025 20分

  Sometimes a flexpat career ends - and then? Learn about how to get ready for the next step for your career and your family.Contact Tim: [email protected]: tdoe123
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  #162 Flexpat Job Search 27.05.2025 32分

  Job Search Realities in 2025What's actually happening in the job market right now?Where to look - how to handle in-house recruiters, headhunters, career coaches and your network?Why mindset matters more than ever?Smart ways to handle interviews and explain career gapsMiriam Wickertsheim leads Direct HR, a China-based recruitment firm with 17 years of history in the market, supporting Western and especially German companies in building high-performing teams.Find Miriam's YouTube Channel "China Perspectives" at https://www.youtube.com/@MiriamWickertsheim and follow her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriamwickertsheim/
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  #161 Real Estate Entrepreneur 13.05.2025 23分

  Learn about Real Estate in China and how to build your business - Start, build and grow a business- Integrate as a flexpat in a complex market- Insights into Real Estate in Shanghai- Why is transparency such a key value?- Advice for flexpats and founders Bjarne Bauer is the Managing Partner of NAI Sofia Group Shanghai, providing Industrial Real Estate & Office Property brokerage. Bjarne has been working in the commercial real estate industry for 25 years and has advised numerous multinational companies on matters relating to China’s real estate market, in the process handling deals totaling over CNY 20 billion in transaction value. Find Bjarne Bauer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bjarne-bauer-sior-44513329/Wechat ID: wxid_kunfonw4i8s122
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  #160 Trade War 20.04.2025 28分

  How will the Trade War affect you?Why has China been so competitive in the past as a sourcing location? How does South East Asia compare to China?Why do the US and China trade so much?What can be alternative countries to source from?What does it take to be competitive today?Sebastian Maling started his latest company Flexbag in 2024 after a successful entrepreneurial career in China and Europe.Find Sebastian Maling on LinkedIn / www.flexbag.com
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  #159 Restart your Flexpat Career Today 03.04.2025 23分

  Learn about what has changed for flexpats in the past 5 yearsWhy are flexpats still searched for?Which skills are required for a flexpat career?What does it take to build a flexpat career from scratch?How to prepare for a flexpat career?How can flexpats differentiate on the job market?How can you find a flexpat job while based outside of China?Every flexpat should read Dragon Suit, Gabor`s recent book.List of all online stores: http://www.dragonsuit.info/Amazon: https://amzn.to/41WjhWePlease also tune in to episodes136 "Dragon Suit" discussion with Gabor Holch20 Leadership advice with Gabor Holch129 Expats leave ChinaGábor Holch spent twenty years advising, coaching and training multinational executives in China, Asia and Europe. Trained in languages, philosophy and diplomacy, he briefly worked for intergovernmental development organisations before moving to China in 2002. Since then, he became a Mandarin-language Certified Management Consultant, founded his Shanghai-based consultancy and helped thousands of managers at firms including ASML, Bayer, BMW, Nissan, Nokia, Patek Philippe, PepsiCo, Peugeot-Citroën, Porsche, Roland Berger and Walt Disney. He has authored four books and delivers keynote speeches on the challenges and successes of expatriate executives, culture in the future of work and global leadership. Find Gabor Holch on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/gaborholch/His services & articles at www.eastwestleadership.com