How do Chinese deal with business?
It is best to maintain composure when dealing with Chinese business people, the most you can do is use kind words, politeness or a faint smile. No matter how grateful you are, do not bring a gift and do not tip in a restaurant – they will not be received with joy!
What do Chinese say before drinking?
The default toast in China is ganbei (sounds like: “gon bay”) which literally means “dry cup.” And unlike in the West, you’ll be expected to empty your cup after each toast given, or at least give it your best effort.
How do you address a Chinese businessman?
followed by surnames (i.e. Li or Zhang) when addressing your overseas business partners. Those who use their full names will put their surname before their given/first name. Chinese business people will commonly say first their company’s name, then their title, and finally their name; follow their lead.
What is it like to eat and drink in China?
Eating and drinking in China can be a mind-broadening and enjoyable cultural experience. However, there are likely to be many surprises along the way. We would like to prepare you for, and even warn you of, the main differences between eating and drinking in China and in the West.
Is drinking the best way to have a conversation in China?
Even though the drinking culture and lifestyle in the west has gradually been brought to China, Chinese are now still considering drinking one of the best and most relaxing way to have talks with people.
Is drinking a big deal in China?
So drinking, in my opinion, is a big deal in China. Even the top two most-sold beers in the world are Chinese brands – Snow and Tsingtao. In most circumstances, the Chinese don’t drink alcohol for tasting, but for talking.
Can you drink alcohol in a Chinese restaurant?
In China, drinking alcohol is still mainly a male custom. Male guests are routinely offered alcohol and cigarettes at meal times (usually not breakfast). Just politely refuse if you don’t want them. An empty glass is always refilled, no matter about protests that the guest has had enough,…