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Real You Mandarin: The Podcast07. Cross-Cultural Relationships ft. Gene HsuGene Hsu is a fellow American-Born Chinese (ABC) who had a previous career in cross-cultural communication & management, teaching non-Chinese individuals about Chinese culture, mentality, and perspectives. On the side, he has also facilitated cross-cultural relationship mediation to help friends challenged in their marriages due to cultural differences and misunderstandings. Lastly, inspired by his current life in Southern California surrounded by many Chinese immigrants, he was inspired to write children's books teaching language and cultural tidbits to foster cultural understanding ("What Do You Say To A Friend From China?").
2025-04-2712 min
China Myth PodcastHeartfelt Resonance Podcast: Conquering Anxiety with Positivity š IntroductionWelcome to the Heartfelt Resonance Podcast š±! In this space, we explore how to overcome anxiety through positivity, self-awareness, and emotional control. Iām Gene, and together, weāll unleash a wave of positive energy š as we dive into the unseen forces shaping our thoughts, emotions, and actions. Whether from family, culture, or societal expectations, these influences can disrupt our inner peace.Through introspection, weāll learn how to navigate these forces, reclaim control over our minds, and break free from negativity. This isnāt about offering answersāitās about sparking curiosity š” and empowering you to create positive change in yo...
2025-04-1003 minChina Myth PodcastHeartfelt Resonance Podcast: Conquering Anxiety with Positivity š IntroductionWelcome to the Heartfelt Resonance Podcast š±! In this space, we explore how to overcome anxiety through positivity, self-awareness, and emotional control. Iām Gene, and together, weāll unleash a wave of positive energy š as we dive into the unseen forces shaping our thoughts, emotions, and actions. Whether from family, culture, or societal expectations, these influences can disrupt our inner peace.Through introspection, weāll learn how to navigate these forces, reclaim control over our minds, and break free from negativity. This isnāt about offering answersāitās about sparking curiosity š” and empowering you to create positive change in yo...
2025-04-1003 minChina Myth PodcastThe Complexities & Challenges Facing Western Businesses in China with Ken Wilcox - Part 2Part 2 of 2: Provocative China Podcast presents a conversation with Ken Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank and the author of The China Business Conundrum: Ensure That "Win-Win" Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice. Listen to Ken's firsthand trials and tribulations trying to set up a joint venture in China between SVB and the CCP. His experience is fascinatingāand sometimes maddeningāfilled with unexpected assertions from Chinese counterparts right out of the Art of War playbook, highlighting key cultural differences and, as Ken puts it, deeply convoluted negotiations that expose our Western naivety regarding doing business in China.Ā
2025-03-1928 minChina Myth PodcastThe Complexities & Challenges Facing Western Businesses in China with Ken Wilcox - Part 2Part 2 of 2: Provocative China Podcast presents a conversation with Ken Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank and the author of The China Business Conundrum: Ensure That "Win-Win" Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice. Listen to Ken's firsthand trials and tribulations trying to set up a joint venture in China between SVB and the CCP. His experience is fascinatingāand sometimes maddeningāfilled with unexpected assertions from Chinese counterparts right out of the Art of War playbook, highlighting key cultural differences and, as Ken puts it, deeply convoluted negotiations that expose our Western naivety regarding doing business in China.Ā
2025-03-1928 minChina Myth PodcastThe Complexities & Challenges Facing Western Businesses in China with Ken Wilcox - Part 1Part 1 of 2: Provocative China Podcast presents a conversation with Ken Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank and the author of The China Business Conundrum: Ensure That "Win-Win" Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice. Listen to Ken's firsthand trials and tribulations trying to set up a joint venture in China between SVB and the CCP. His experience is fascinatingāand sometimes maddeningāfilled with unexpected assertions from Chinese counterparts right out of the Art of War playbook, highlighting key cultural differences and, as Ken puts it, deeply convoluted negotiations that expose our Western naivety regarding doing business in China.Ā ...
2025-03-1242 minChina Myth PodcastThe Complexities & Challenges Facing Western Businesses in China with Ken Wilcox - Part 1Part 1 of 2: Provocative China Podcast presents a conversation with Ken Wilcox, former CEO of Silicon Valley Bank and the author of The China Business Conundrum: Ensure That "Win-Win" Doesn't Mean Western Companies Lose Twice. Listen to Ken's firsthand trials and tribulations trying to set up a joint venture in China between SVB and the CCP. His experience is fascinatingāand sometimes maddeningāfilled with unexpected assertions from Chinese counterparts right out of the Art of War playbook, highlighting key cultural differences and, as Ken puts it, deeply convoluted negotiations that expose our Western naivety regarding doing business in China.Ā ...
2025-03-1242 minChina Myth Podcastš¹ My First Mandarin Chinese Language & Cultural Guide ā A Must-Have for Kids! šØš³šHi, Iām Gene, a stay-at-home dad raising my son, Jayden, in Orange County, where we meet many kids from China. Watching their interactions made me realize the importance of language and cultural awareness in friendships.Thatās why I created the What Do You Say To A Friend From China book series!Ā š Introducing: My First Mandarin Chinese Language & Cultural Guide!This book is a fun and engaging way to introduce kids to Mandarin and Chinese culture through the adventures of Jayden, an all-American boy, and his best friend, Evan, from China.
2025-02-0603 minChina Myth Podcastš¹ My First Mandarin Chinese Language & Cultural Guide ā A Must-Have for Kids! šØš³šHi, Iām Gene, a stay-at-home dad raising my son, Jayden, in Orange County, where we meet many kids from China. Watching their interactions made me realize the importance of language and cultural awareness in friendships.Thatās why I created the What Do You Say To A Friend From China book series!Ā š Introducing: My First Mandarin Chinese Language & Cultural Guide!This book is a fun and engaging way to introduce kids to Mandarin and Chinese culture through the adventures of Jayden, an all-American boy, and his best friend, Evan, from China.
2025-02-0603 min
ManifoldLetter from Shanghai: Reflections on China in 2024 ā #73(00:00) - Overview: 3 weeks in China
(02:33) - The China knowledge problem: Grappling with Reality
(06:54) - Physics seminars in Shanghai and Beijing
(15:54) - Chinese academia, challenges in scientific culture
(22:43) - Yu Min: Two Bombs, One Satellite
(27:02) - He Jiankui and gene editing, plus the future of biotech in China
(33:32) - China's AI and chip war strategy. Impact of U.S. policies on semiconductor industry
(35:46) - Quiet confidence in China's technological advancements
(37:17) - Discovering my father's history in Yunnan, etched in stone
(41:04) - Climbing Jade Mountain on election night: Trump Triumph
(48:31) - Shanghai modern infrastructure and technology
(51:16) - High-speed rail in...
2024-11-2159 minChina Myth PodcastMANDARIN STORYTIME: What Do You Do With A Problem?Enjoy the second Mandarin Storytime video, where we continue to curate imagination-provoking stories and Mandarin Chinese translations for our cross-cultural kiddos.This is the story of a persistent problem and the child who isn't so sure what to make of it. The longer the problem is avoided, the bigger it seems to get. But when the child finally musters up the courage to face it, the problem turns out to be something quite different than it appeared.Ā What Do You Do With a Problem? is a story for anyone, at any age by #1 New York T...
2024-09-0608 minChina Myth PodcastMANDARIN STORYTIME: What Do You Do With A Problem?Enjoy the second Mandarin Storytime video, where we continue to curate imagination-provoking stories and Mandarin Chinese translations for our cross-cultural kiddos.This is the story of a persistent problem and the child who isn't so sure what to make of it. The longer the problem is avoided, the bigger it seems to get. But when the child finally musters up the courage to face it, the problem turns out to be something quite different than it appeared.Ā What Do You Do With a Problem? is a story for anyone, at any age by #1 New York T...
2024-09-0608 min
The WLD ShowGene Lee: How to Find Inner Peace. An Investment Bankerās Journey to Becoming a Dharma Yoga Teacher | #125Gene Lee is the founder and CEO of Better Me NYC, where he teaches communities to raise awareness and find inner peace through breath and meditation.Gene has taught and arranged events for tens of thousands participants globally. Including at events such as Tze San Sze Monastery in Hong Kong, and the Feel Good Festival in Shanghai. And has worked with corporate clients such as NIKE and WeWork.Before starting Better Me NYC, Gene worked in investment banking and wealth management, leading expansion efforts in Asia, at JPMorgan, HSBC, and BBVA.In this...
2024-04-041h 27
Listen To This Spellbinding Full Audiobook ā Perfect On The Go.The Chinese Honeymoon Period by Gene HsuPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/42267to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Chinese Honeymoon Period
Author: Gene Hsu
Narrator: Gene J. Hsu
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 29 mins
Release date: 07-24-23
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: International
Publisher's Summary:
My journey into the Chinese mainland began in 2004 when I disembarked a ferry boat in Shekou, Shenzhen, and entered a dystopian Shangri-la. These contradictory words are the best I can describe a bizarre yet wondrous new experience in China.
2023-07-242h 29China Myth PodcastHow has the experience of foreigners in China evolved?Audio sample for The Chinese Honeymoon Period audiobook on coming soon to audible.Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Gene-J.-Hsu/e/B092FYDCN7#audiobooks #chinabusiness #chinaexpat #chineseculture #chinese #learnchinese
2023-07-1203 minChina Myth PodcastHow has the experience of foreigners in China evolved?Audio sample for The Chinese Honeymoon Period audiobook on coming soon to audible.Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Gene-J.-Hsu/e/B092FYDCN7#audiobooks #chinabusiness #chinaexpat #chineseculture #chinese #learnchinese
2023-07-1203 minChina Myth PodcastDebunking Myths: Insights on Doing Business in ChinaIn this Meetup (May 11, 2023 Replay), we debunk common China myths that can lead to poor assumptions and attitudes when doing business in China. We discuss Chinese cultural dichotomies with the West and Art of War tactics that can be employed to create more constructive communication patterns and better outcomes.Ā TimestampsSelf-Introduction Rituals [00:04:08] Gene explains the importance of self-introduction rituals in Chinese culture and how they can open more doors in China than just speaking Chinese.Cultural Dichotomies [00:04:58] Gene discusses the importance of understanding Chinese cultural dichotomies with the West to walk further in China in your o...
2023-05-1232 minChina Myth PodcastDebunking Myths: Insights on Doing Business in ChinaIn this Meetup (May 11, 2023 Replay), we debunk common China myths that can lead to poor assumptions and attitudes when doing business in China. We discuss Chinese cultural dichotomies with the West and Art of War tactics that can be employed to create more constructive communication patterns and better outcomes.Ā TimestampsSelf-Introduction Rituals [00:04:08] Gene explains the importance of self-introduction rituals in Chinese culture and how they can open more doors in China than just speaking Chinese.Cultural Dichotomies [00:04:58] Gene discusses the importance of understanding Chinese cultural dichotomies with the West to walk further in China in your o...
2023-05-1232 minChina Myth PodcastTrust and Truth-Default in the Chinese cultural context (äæ”ä»»)Meetup Replay on 01/19/23 -- They say language is the gateway into another culture, but what about China?Translations are not only imperfect, but they reinforce a tendency to think in our own language rather than develop a new mindset for different cultural realities.THE CHINESE HONEYMOON PERIODhttps://www.amazon.com/Gene-J.-Hsu/e/B092FYDCN7AUTHOR PAGEhttps://genejhsu.com/LINKEDINhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/genejhsu/CHINA MYTH PODCASThttps://chinamyth.buzzsprout.comhttps://youtube.com/@chinamythĀ #chinabusiness #c...
2023-01-2324 minChina Myth PodcastWords+ Approach TONES for China BusinessMeetup Replay on 01/19/23 Part 2 -- We will role-play the most common interactions in China that are likely to veer off course, illuminate common faux pas, examine the cultural factors at play, and develop greater awareness of how our words are perceived by our Chinese counterparts.The Chinese mind is conditioned to leave itself an off-ramp for fear of blame, punishment, or worse. So it is natural in Chinese spoken vernacular to be vague, allowing an opportunity to pivot toward a better explanation.Ā A simple counter to this tendency would be to direct your q...
2023-01-2322 minChina Myth PodcastTrust and Truth-Default in the Chinese cultural context (äæ”ä»»)Meetup Replay on 01/19/23 -- They say language is the gateway into another culture, but what about China?Translations are not only imperfect, but they reinforce a tendency to think in our own language rather than develop a new mindset for different cultural realities.THE CHINESE HONEYMOON PERIODhttps://www.amazon.com/Gene-J.-Hsu/e/B092FYDCN7AUTHOR PAGEhttps://genejhsu.com/LINKEDINhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/genejhsu/CHINA MYTH PODCASThttps://chinamyth.buzzsprout.comhttps://youtube.com/@chinamythĀ #chinabusiness #c...
2023-01-2324 minChina Myth PodcastWords+ Approach TONES for China BusinessMeetup Replay on 01/19/23 Part 2 -- We will role-play the most common interactions in China that are likely to veer off course, illuminate common faux pas, examine the cultural factors at play, and develop greater awareness of how our words are perceived by our Chinese counterparts.The Chinese mind is conditioned to leave itself an off-ramp for fear of blame, punishment, or worse. So it is natural in Chinese spoken vernacular to be vague, allowing an opportunity to pivot toward a better explanation.Ā A simple counter to this tendency would be to direct your q...
2023-01-2322 minChina Myth PodcastWhat are we experiencing PSYCHOLOGICALLY (åæēå¦) when communicating in ChinaDecember 15, 2022 - One China Cultural Awareness Center of Orange County Meetup workshopIntroducing of the psychological factors at play, both internally and externally, when communicating with Chinese people.Ā Learning to play and win the China game inside the Chinese arena means developing an understanding of the 'Chinese Mind' and develop greater 'Awareness' of your own emotions and tendencies within the context of your objectives,Ā Chinese Introductions čŖęä»ē» SCORECARDhttps://youtu.be/ifCw4pYjONAOCCAC Meetup Grouphttps://www.meetup.com/one-china-orange-county/After The Chinese Honeymoonhttps://www.genejhsu.c...
2023-01-0409 minChina Myth PodcastWords Matter in China, but HOW?Words+ Approach in EXACTLY WHAT TO SAY IN CHINAWhy can't Chinese people answer a simple 'Yes' or 'No' question, and what are the downsides when you answer directly with 'Yes' or 'No?'In this book, we will role-play the most common interactions in China that are likely to veer off course, illuminate common faux pas, examine the cultural factors at play, and develop a Words+ approach.The Chinese mind is conditioned to leave itself an off-ramp for fear of blame, punishment, or worse. So it is natural...
2023-01-0406 minChina Myth PodcastManage the Different Shades of Gray because nothing in China is Black or WhiteBEST ADVICE FOR CHINAā¦"In order to be successful in China, you need to learn to manage the different shades of gray because nothing in China is black or white."David Chang | China CEO | Philips ChinaDuring my first visit to Shanghai in 2004, I had the opportunity to sit 1-on-1 with David Chang, China CEO of Philips China, and I have remember these words ever sinceā¦It's meaning for me has evolved, but the basic MINDSET enduresā¦Ā Watch us breakdown Chapter 3: DIFFERENT SHADES OF GRAY during our Meetup workshop for The...
2023-01-0412 minChina Myth PodcastManage the Different Shades of Gray because nothing in China is Black or WhiteBEST ADVICE FOR CHINAā¦"In order to be successful in China, you need to learn to manage the different shades of gray because nothing in China is black or white."David Chang | China CEO | Philips ChinaDuring my first visit to Shanghai in 2004, I had the opportunity to sit 1-on-1 with David Chang, China CEO of Philips China, and I have remember these words ever sinceā¦It's meaning for me has evolved, but the basic MINDSET enduresā¦Ā Watch us breakdown Chapter 3: DIFFERENT SHADES OF GRAY during our Meetup workshop for The...
2023-01-0412 minChina Myth PodcastWhat are we experiencing PSYCHOLOGICALLY (åæēå¦) when communicating in ChinaDecember 15, 2022 - One China Cultural Awareness Center of Orange County Meetup workshopIntroducing of the psychological factors at play, both internally and externally, when communicating with Chinese people.Ā Learning to play and win the China game inside the Chinese arena means developing an understanding of the 'Chinese Mind' and develop greater 'Awareness' of your own emotions and tendencies within the context of your objectives,Ā Chinese Introductions čŖęä»ē» SCORECARDhttps://youtu.be/ifCw4pYjONAOCCAC Meetup Grouphttps://www.meetup.com/one-china-orange-county/After The Chinese Honeymoonhttps://www.genejhsu.c...
2023-01-0409 minChina Myth PodcastWords Matter in China, but HOW?Words+ Approach in EXACTLY WHAT TO SAY IN CHINAWhy can't Chinese people answer a simple 'Yes' or 'No' question, and what are the downsides when you answer directly with 'Yes' or 'No?'In this book, we will role-play the most common interactions in China that are likely to veer off course, illuminate common faux pas, examine the cultural factors at play, and develop a Words+ approach.The Chinese mind is conditioned to leave itself an off-ramp for fear of blame, punishment, or worse. So it is natural...
2023-01-0406 minChina Myth PodcastWHAT THEY CONSIDER å©ē LƬyƬ (čå¤č®²äøę Meetup Workshop Replay)Are Chinese people Selfish or Pragmatic? And what does it mean in the Chinese cultural context?NOTE: Audience participation was removed from this replay for the sake of privacyWHAT: Workshop to learn Chinese cultural concepts in Chinese based on The Chinese Honeymoon Periodhttps://reedsy.com/discovery/book/the-chinese-honeymoon-period-gene-hsuLOCATION: Zoom (online event)SCHEDULE:Ā HOW THEY OPERATE (å
³ē³» GuÄnxƬ) - March 16, 2022, 10:00am PSTWHAT THEY CONSIDER (å©ē LƬyƬ) - March 30, 2022, 10:00am PSTGRAY AREAS (é°é½ YÄ«nyĆ”ng) - April 13, 2022, 10:00am PSTTRUTH-DEFAULT (äæ”ä»» xƬnrĆØn) - April 27, 2022, 10:00am...
2022-03-311h 00China Myth PodcastWHAT THEY CONSIDER å©ē LƬyƬ (čå¤č®²äøę Meetup Workshop Replay)Are Chinese people Selfish or Pragmatic? And what does it mean in the Chinese cultural context?NOTE: Audience participation was removed from this replay for the sake of privacyWHAT: Workshop to learn Chinese cultural concepts in Chinese based on The Chinese Honeymoon Periodhttps://reedsy.com/discovery/book/the-chinese-honeymoon-period-gene-hsuLOCATION: Zoom (online event)SCHEDULE:Ā HOW THEY OPERATE (å
³ē³» GuÄnxƬ) - March 16, 2022, 10:00am PSTWHAT THEY CONSIDER (å©ē LƬyƬ) - March 30, 2022, 10:00am PSTGRAY AREAS (é°é½ YÄ«nyĆ”ng) - April 13, 2022, 10:00am PSTTRUTH-DEFAULT (äæ”ä»» xƬnrĆØn) - April 27, 2022, 10:00am...
2022-03-311h 00China Myth PodcastBetween Two Worlds (Song inspired by Eileen Gu)From the time I was old enough to imagine who I was and who I wanted to be, I always felt like I was caught between two worlds.Ā I wrote this song based on my personal experience growing up in Atlanta, GA (USA), and I incorporated it into my latest book long before the manuscript was written.Ā As my book is being published (February 18, 2022), I discovered someone that personifies how being caught "between two worlds" can become a symbol that unites us all.Ā The Chinese Honeymoon Period is available on Amazon, iBooks, B&N...
2022-02-1705 minChina Myth PodcastBetween Two Worlds (Song inspired by Eileen Gu)From the time I was old enough to imagine who I was and who I wanted to be, I always felt like I was caught between two worlds.Ā I wrote this song based on my personal experience growing up in Atlanta, GA (USA), and I incorporated it into my latest book long before the manuscript was written.Ā As my book is being published (February 18, 2022), I discovered someone that personifies how being caught "between two worlds" can become a symbol that unites us all.Ā The Chinese Honeymoon Period is available on Amazon, iBooks, B&N...
2022-02-1705 minManifoldJames Lee on Polygenic Prediction and Embryo Selection ā #1James Lee is a professor of psychology at the University of Minnesota. He is a leading researcher working in behavior genetics and statistical genetics. In this episode, he discusses recent progress in the genomic prediction of complex traits such as cognitive ability and educational attainment. Lee also discusses his recent Wall Street Journal editorial on embryo selection, Imagine a Future Without Sex.ResourcesImagine a Future Without Sex: Reproductive technology may lead us to realize too late that being human is better than playing GodJames Lee academic web pageSocial Science Genetic Association Consortium (SSGAC)Nature Genetics...
2022-01-251h 04China Myth PodcastWhy China frustrates us when it shouldn't (China Myth Podcast)Ever wonder WHY so many cross-cultural ventures in China lead to disappointment? And why are so many of us frustrated communicating with our Chinese counterparts, rather than enjoying the journey into this wonderful culture?I'm Gene Hsu, author of Solving CHINA's Unknown Unknowns and now host of the China Myth Podcast, and my MISSION is to show you how to Listen-In-Context to learn how China really works and how to win the China game inside the Chinese arena.Sometimes, when we don't know how to listen, we also miss seeing the most obvious path to...
2021-07-1301 minChina Myth PodcastWhy China frustrates us when it shouldn't (China Myth Podcast)Ever wonder WHY so many cross-cultural ventures in China lead to disappointment? And why are so many of us frustrated communicating with our Chinese counterparts, rather than enjoying the journey into this wonderful culture?I'm Gene Hsu, author of Solving CHINA's Unknown Unknowns and now host of the China Myth Podcast, and my MISSION is to show you how to Listen-In-Context to learn how China really works and how to win the China game inside the Chinese arena.Sometimes, when we don't know how to listen, we also miss seeing the most obvious path to...
2021-07-1301 minChina Myth PodcastREPLAY Cross-Border E-Commerce in China Meetup with Special Keynote (Julia Bingel)November 11, 2020 - Julia Bingel shares how she helps brands capture a slice of the world's largest e-commerce market.AGENDAā¢ Chinese Consumer Mindset Introduction by Gene J. Hsu (15 minutes)ā¢ CBEC in China Overview by Julia Bingel (30 minutes)ā¢ Live Q&A and free discussions (45 minutes)REPLAYS OF PAST EVENTS & MOREā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279 (Apple Podcasts)ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsu (YouTube)ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585 (SoundCloud)ONE CHINA BUSINESS FORUM MEETUP GROUPSā¢ https://www.meetup.com/One-China-Orange-County/ā¢ https://www.meetup.com/One-China-Shanghai/ā¢ https://www.meetup.com/One-China-Learn/DOWNLOAD DOS & DON'TS FOR WINNING NEGOTI...
2020-11-1136 minChina Myth PodcastREPLAY Cross-Border E-Commerce in China Meetup with Special Keynote (Julia Bingel)November 11, 2020 - Julia Bingel shares how she helps brands capture a slice of the world's largest e-commerce market.AGENDAā¢ Chinese Consumer Mindset Introduction by Gene J. Hsu (15 minutes)ā¢ CBEC in China Overview by Julia Bingel (30 minutes)ā¢ Live Q&A and free discussions (45 minutes)REPLAYS OF PAST EVENTS & MOREā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279 (Apple Podcasts)ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsu (YouTube)ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585 (SoundCloud)ONE CHINA BUSINESS FORUM MEETUP GROUPSā¢ https://www.meetup.com/One-China-Orange-County/ā¢ https://www.meetup.com/One-China-Shanghai/ā¢ https://www.meetup.com/One-China-Learn/DOWNLOAD DOS & DON'TS FOR WINNING NEGOTI...
2020-11-1136 min
China Myth PodcastGoodwill Extraction, An Alternative View of Chinese Corruption (Meetup Replay)August 12, 2020 - Replay of Zoom Meetup Event [Session 2 of 2]: Goodwill Extraction, An Alternative View of Chinese CorruptionCan you prevent BAD Behavior from your Chinese partners and employees?Answer: YESThe solution begins with you REIMAGINING what you might consider "bad" as normal within a different cultural context.Then, you need to be CURIOUS how you are inadvertently complicit in that behavior.In the keynote portion of this Meetup event, we discussed the concept of GOODWILL EXTRACTION as a healthier way to interpret "lying, cheating, and stealing", and how this behavior is easily...
2020-08-1235 minChina Myth PodcastGoodwill Extraction, An Alternative View of Chinese Corruption (Meetup Replay)August 12, 2020 - Replay of Zoom Meetup Event [Session 2 of 2]: Goodwill Extraction, An Alternative View of Chinese CorruptionCan you prevent BAD Behavior from your Chinese partners and employees?Answer: YESThe solution begins with you REIMAGINING what you might consider "bad" as normal within a different cultural context.Then, you need to be CURIOUS how you are inadvertently complicit in that behavior.In the keynote portion of this Meetup event, we discussed the concept of GOODWILL EXTRACTION as a healthier way to interpret "lying, cheating, and stealing", and how this behavior is easily...
2020-08-1235 min
China Myth PodcastLIVE Analysis of Western-China Cultural Dichotomies (Meetup Replay)July 8, 2020 - Replay of Zoom Meetup Event [Session 2 of 2] - Developing NEW Patterns of Success by Re-imagining ChinaRead the blog article -- https://www.emechina.us/blog/reimaginedAs the COVID-19 Global Pandemic is accelerating tensions, misinformation, and mistrust between China and America; understanding our CULTURAL DICHOTOMIES is the first step toward greater empathy and cooperation.For Westerners concerned doing business in China will become even more complex and unpredictable, I believe it is impossible to manage risk when you only consider what you perceive on the surface.Instead, the best...
2020-08-0357 minChina Myth PodcastLIVE Analysis of Western-China Cultural Dichotomies (Meetup Replay)July 8, 2020 - Replay of Zoom Meetup Event [Session 2 of 2] - Developing NEW Patterns of Success by Re-imagining ChinaRead the blog article -- https://www.emechina.us/blog/reimaginedAs the COVID-19 Global Pandemic is accelerating tensions, misinformation, and mistrust between China and America; understanding our CULTURAL DICHOTOMIES is the first step toward greater empathy and cooperation.For Westerners concerned doing business in China will become even more complex and unpredictable, I believe it is impossible to manage risk when you only consider what you perceive on the surface.Instead, the best...
2020-08-0357 min
China Myth PodcastUnknown Unknowns in China REVEALED (Meetup Replay)July 22, 2020 - Replay of Zoom Meetup Event [Session 2 of 2]: Unknown Unknowns in China REVEALED + CASE STUDY: Paratrooper Manager (ē©ŗééØé)Do you know what a PARATROOPER MANAGER is?If you've been assigned to work in a foreign country as an Expat, then you were likely a Paratrooper Manager?China Expats often face the most daunting path forwardā¦ If you've never been an Expat, learning how to handle the unique challenges Paratrooper Managers face will prepare you for anything. Paratrooper Managers must navigate a hidden minefield of lip service, sabotage, and passive resistance from locals that limit...
2020-07-2343 minChina Myth PodcastUnknown Unknowns in China REVEALED (Meetup Replay)July 22, 2020 - Replay of Zoom Meetup Event [Session 2 of 2]: Unknown Unknowns in China REVEALED + CASE STUDY: Paratrooper Manager (ē©ŗééØé)Do you know what a PARATROOPER MANAGER is?If you've been assigned to work in a foreign country as an Expat, then you were likely a Paratrooper Manager?China Expats often face the most daunting path forwardā¦ If you've never been an Expat, learning how to handle the unique challenges Paratrooper Managers face will prepare you for anything. Paratrooper Managers must navigate a hidden minefield of lip service, sabotage, and passive resistance from locals that limit...
2020-07-2343 min
China Myth PodcastWhy doing business in China isn't getting harder and more complicatedMy mission is to help you to "think differently" about Chinese behavior so you can develop new tactics and strategies to achieve more favorable outcomes in China.https://publishizer.com/the-china-leadership-dilemma/ (pre-order or subscribe)I believe we all to better understand China, but more importantly, we want China's integration with the West to lead to greater prosperity for all and not greater conflict that seems to be perpetuated by the media on both sides.The current pandemic and rapidly deteriorating US-China relations make this book all the more important, so I hope you can support my mission...
2020-06-2204 min
Date Your Ego, Marry Your SoulEgo In Chinese Means Face- Cross Cultural Connection With Gene HsuGene Hsu helps solve China Leadership Dilemmas (CLDs)
He helps Leaders become Cross-Cultural Performance masters.
Gene has a CLD Podcast on iTunes and can be reached on ghsu@emechina.us
His business website is emechina.us
2020-05-2948 minManifoldA.J. Robison on the Neural Basis of Sex Differences in Depression ā #37Corey and Steve talk with MSU Neuroscientist A.J. Robison about why females may be more likely to suffer from depression than males. A.J. reviews past findings that low testosterone and having a smaller hippocampus may predict depression risk. He explains how a serendipitous observation opened up his current line of research and describes tools he uses to study neural circuits. Steve asks about the politics of studying sex differences and tells of a start up using CRISPR to attack heart disease. The three end with a discussion of the psychological effects of ketamine, testosterone and deep brain...
2020-03-121h 12
China Myth PodcastChina Relationship Marketing 101Webinar for a group of MLM entrepreneurs planning to enter the China market recorded on February 1, 2020AGENDAIntroduction of the Chinese Consumer MindsetWinning approach for Relationship MarketingChinese Political CorrectnessWhat do Chinese value?Land of ContradictionsCultural Origins of ContradictionsHoneymoon PeriodListen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantsā¢ https://www.emechina.us/Connect with me:ā¢ https://www.genejhsu.com/ (webpage)ā¢ https://www.linkedin.com/in/genejhsu/ (LinkedIn)ā¢ https://www.fa...
2020-02-0227 minChina Myth PodcastChina Relationship Marketing 101Webinar for a group of MLM entrepreneurs planning to enter the China market recorded on February 1, 2020AGENDAIntroduction of the Chinese Consumer MindsetWinning approach for Relationship MarketingChinese Political CorrectnessWhat do Chinese value?Land of ContradictionsCultural Origins of ContradictionsHoneymoon PeriodListen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantsā¢ https://www.emechina.us/Connect with me:ā¢ https://www.genejhsu.com/ (webpage)ā¢ https://www.linkedin.com/in/genejhsu/ (LinkedIn)ā¢ https://www.fa...
2020-02-0227 min
China Myth PodcastMAIN difference between Chinese and WesternersMAJOR Cultural Difference #1: TRUTHWesterners believe in ABSOLUTE truth (that focuses on literal meanings and definitions)Chinese believe in RELATIVE truth (which is a more figurative way of communicating)MAJOR Cultural Difference #2: TRUSTWesterners tend to trust people they perceive as HONESTChinese tend to trust people they perceive will give them PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT, in other words, those they have Guanxi relationships withMAJOR Cultural Difference #3: AUTHORITYWesterners are taught to obey RULES and LAWSChinese are conditioned to obey PEOPLE (who have the authority to selectively enforce the laws)Understanding these MAJOR...
2019-12-1403 minChina Myth PodcastMAIN difference between Chinese and WesternersMAJOR Cultural Difference #1: TRUTHWesterners believe in ABSOLUTE truth (that focuses on literal meanings and definitions)Chinese believe in RELATIVE truth (which is a more figurative way of communicating)MAJOR Cultural Difference #2: TRUSTWesterners tend to trust people they perceive as HONESTChinese tend to trust people they perceive will give them PREFERENTIAL TREATMENT, in other words, those they have Guanxi relationships withMAJOR Cultural Difference #3: AUTHORITYWesterners are taught to obey RULES and LAWSChinese are conditioned to obey PEOPLE (who have the authority to selectively enforce the laws)Understanding these MAJOR...
2019-12-1403 min
China Myth PodcastWhat's the difference between Chinese state-controlled media and America's Fake NewsHey Little Buddy, let's discuss how interconnected everyone on the planet is...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 12 -- Access to more information doesn't make us wiser or less prone to conflict. Having too narrow view of history, cultural biases, and righteous values can make conflict inevitable. Taking a more holistic view of history within a broader perspective can reduce the likelihood of conflict.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME Ch...
2019-11-1914 minChina Myth PodcastWhat's the difference between Chinese state-controlled media and America's Fake NewsHey Little Buddy, let's discuss how interconnected everyone on the planet is...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 12 -- Access to more information doesn't make us wiser or less prone to conflict. Having too narrow view of history, cultural biases, and righteous values can make conflict inevitable. Taking a more holistic view of history within a broader perspective can reduce the likelihood of conflict.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME Ch...
2019-11-1914 min
China Myth PodcastGuanxi and teamwork are two completely different conceptsHey Little Buddy, let's discuss why teamwork is not easy with Chinese...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 11 -- China views history in millennia, not centuries or decades, so their perspective will naturally be in conflict with the American view. Collectively, Chinese believe history is on their side, and they believe Westerners and Western media are full of hypocrites.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.em...
2019-11-1210 minChina Myth PodcastGuanxi and teamwork are two completely different conceptsHey Little Buddy, let's discuss why teamwork is not easy with Chinese...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 11 -- China views history in millennia, not centuries or decades, so their perspective will naturally be in conflict with the American view. Collectively, Chinese believe history is on their side, and they believe Westerners and Western media are full of hypocrites.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.em...
2019-11-1210 min
China Myth PodcastChinese cultural importance of giving and receiving Face enduresHey Little Buddy, let's chat about how valuable your Face is...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 10 -- The need for Face affects many life choices for Chinese people, traditionally and also individually, even as China advances economically, technologically, and militarily. The ramifications and repercussions of not understanding this cultural nuance are very real.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/
2019-11-0512 minChina Myth PodcastChinese cultural importance of giving and receiving Face enduresHey Little Buddy, let's chat about how valuable your Face is...Generational ABC Podcast - Season I Episode 10 -- The need for Face affects many life choices for Chinese people, traditionally and also individually, even as China advances economically, technologically, and militarily. The ramifications and repercussions of not understanding this cultural nuance are very real.Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud, or YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/
2019-11-0512 min
China Myth PodcastNegative rhetoric between America and China is stifling constructive dialogueHey 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/
2019-10-1808 minChina Myth PodcastNegative rhetoric between America and China is stifling constructive dialogueHey 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/
2019-10-1808 min
China Myth PodcastKNOW THE GAME WIN THE GAME Unbiased Truth of US-China RelationsOctober 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 understandā¦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 an...
2019-10-1036 minChina Myth PodcastKNOW THE GAME WIN THE GAME Unbiased Truth of US-China RelationsOctober 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 understandā¦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 an...
2019-10-1036 min
China Myth PodcastAmerican bias towards Chinese is unfortunate and racistsHey 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/
2019-10-0608 minChina Myth PodcastAmerican bias towards Chinese is unfortunate and racistsHey 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechina.us/
2019-10-0608 min
China Myth PodcastChinese VALUES lead to different perceptions about wealthHey Little Buddy, whatās 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https...
2019-09-2609 minChina Myth PodcastChinese VALUES lead to different perceptions about wealthHey Little Buddy, whatās 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https...
2019-09-2609 min
China Myth PodcastREVISED Hong Kong: 99-year journey to an imperfect democracy to a 50-year transition towards authoritarian socialismHey 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is pro...
2019-09-1607 minChina Myth PodcastREVISED Hong Kong: 99-year journey to an imperfect democracy to a 50-year transition towards authoritarian socialismHey 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is pro...
2019-09-1607 min
China Myth PodcastDoes SPORTSMANSHIP Exist in Chinese Culture?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...
2019-09-0910 minChina Myth PodcastDoes SPORTSMANSHIP Exist in Chinese Culture?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...
2019-09-0910 min
China Myth PodcastGrowing up as the only Chinese kid in schoolGenerational 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHs...
2019-08-3108 minChina Myth PodcastGrowing up as the only Chinese kid in schoolGenerational 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHs...
2019-08-3108 min
China Myth PodcastChinese history from the perspective of China is different and dangerousGenerational 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/Gene...
2019-08-2608 minChina Myth PodcastChinese history from the perspective of China is different and dangerousGenerational 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/Gene...
2019-08-2608 min
China Myth PodcastUS-China trade war and technology significance over timeGenerational 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechi
2019-08-1909 minChina Myth PodcastUS-China trade war and technology significance over timeGenerational 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 YouTubeā¢ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1366595279ā¢ https://soundcloud.com/gene-hsu-759655585ā¢ https://www.youtube.com/c/GeneHsuThis show is produced by EME China Consultantshttps://www.emechi
2019-08-1909 min
China Myth PodcastPerspective and brief historical context of China's riseGenerational 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...
2019-08-1214 min
China Myth PodcastGenerational ABC (American Born Chinese) Podcast - Season II 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...
2019-08-1202 minChina Myth PodcastGenerational ABC (American Born Chinese) Podcast - Season II 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...
2019-08-1202 min
China Myth Podcast3 Most Challenging Aspects of China Business are identified and discussedThe 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...
2019-05-1130 min
China Myth PodcastForbes Negotiating In China: 10 Rules for Successā - Part 4This 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. Donāt 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 ac...
2019-03-1510 min
China Myth PodcastForbes Negotiating In China: 10 Rules for Successā - Part 3Doing 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...
2019-03-1506 minManifoldCRISPR Babies ā Episode #1Corey and Steve discuss news of gene edited babies in China, and the future of human genetic engineering.ā¶ļø Watch: CRISPR Babies ā Episode #1ResourcesGeneration CRISPR?He did it: He Jiankui talk at HKU conference on gene editingEconomist Radio podcast interview on Genomic PredictionTranscript
2019-01-2422 min
China Business CastEp. 86: Cultural difference and leadership in China, with Gene Hsu, Founder of EME China ConsultantsGene is an American born Chinese (ABC) with over 20 years of cross-cultural management, business development, consulting, and teaching experience in APAC and Greater China. Gene began managing key accounts, establishing channel partners, and developing new business in Mainland China in 2004. He received his first permanent assignment in Shanghai in 2012, leading all sales in Asia Pacific for a German B2B manufacturing company. Gene has led M&S activities in Asia for several MNCs, worked as a PMS consultant at Chinese state-owned enterprises (SOEs), started a cross-cultural performance training, coaching, and consulting business, and founded the most diverse Meetup group...
2018-12-0959 min
China Myth PodcastPARTNERING in China (The MINDSET Report #6)This a replay of the keynote portion of the Mindset for China Business webinar (PARTNERING IN CHINA) recorded on September 19, 2018.We discuss all the RISKS and PITFALLS of partnering in China by reviewing a personal CASE STUDY of one of my own B2B partnering experiences in China.ā¢ What is the PURPOSE of Partnering?ā¢ What are the Biggest Misperceptions and Greatest Challenges?ā¢ What are the RISKS of "Goodwill Extraction" or "Quality Fade"?ā¢ Why do companies who invest in China often create their won competitors?The CASE STUDY explores how the utmost goodwill without EMPATHY and the...
2018-10-0432 minChina Myth PodcastPARTNERING in China (The MINDSET Report #6)This a replay of the keynote portion of the Mindset for China Business webinar (PARTNERING IN CHINA) recorded on September 19, 2018.We discuss all the RISKS and PITFALLS of partnering in China by reviewing a personal CASE STUDY of one of my own B2B partnering experiences in China.ā¢ What is the PURPOSE of Partnering?ā¢ What are the Biggest Misperceptions and Greatest Challenges?ā¢ What are the RISKS of "Goodwill Extraction" or "Quality Fade"?ā¢ Why do companies who invest in China often create their won competitors?The CASE STUDY explores how the utmost goodwill without EMPATHY and the...
2018-10-0432 min
China Myth PodcastALIGNING OBJECTIVES 101 in China! (The MINDSET Report #4)This episode is a replay of the 4th of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on September 5, 2018.Gene J. Hsu presents the cross-cultural context of ALIGNING OBJECTIVES in China.Listen to him breakdown the sources of all your frustrations doing business in China.Getting aligned is such a basic task, but getting aligned with people in China often becomes an ordeal.ā¢ Why do Chinese people seem to talk in circles?ā¢ Why can't they seem to understand what I am saying?Listen to this webinar, and let us trigger your imagination and purpose driven curiosity to CRUSH IT...
2018-09-0627 minChina Myth PodcastALIGNING OBJECTIVES 101 in China! (The MINDSET Report #4)This episode is a replay of the 4th of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on September 5, 2018.Gene J. Hsu presents the cross-cultural context of ALIGNING OBJECTIVES in China.Listen to him breakdown the sources of all your frustrations doing business in China.Getting aligned is such a basic task, but getting aligned with people in China often becomes an ordeal.ā¢ Why do Chinese people seem to talk in circles?ā¢ Why can't they seem to understand what I am saying?Listen to this webinar, and let us trigger your imagination and purpose driven curiosity to CRUSH IT...
2018-09-0627 min
China Myth PodcastNEGOTIATIONS 101 in China! (The MINDSET Report #3)This episode is a replay of the 3nd of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on August 22, 2018.Gene J. Hsu presents NEGOTIATIONS in the cross-cultural context of doing business in China and contrasts how the approach, intent, process, and implications are different than what most Westerners are familiar with.Also discussed are the Biggest Misperceptions, Greatest Challenges, Common Mistakes, and Killer Tips when NEGOTIATING with Chinese people in Mainland China.#mfcb #jts20 #cldvlog #amavalueshttp://genejhsu.com
2018-08-2442 minChina Myth PodcastNEGOTIATIONS 101 in China! (The MINDSET Report #3)This episode is a replay of the 3nd of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on August 22, 2018.Gene J. Hsu presents NEGOTIATIONS in the cross-cultural context of doing business in China and contrasts how the approach, intent, process, and implications are different than what most Westerners are familiar with.Also discussed are the Biggest Misperceptions, Greatest Challenges, Common Mistakes, and Killer Tips when NEGOTIATING with Chinese people in Mainland China.#mfcb #jts20 #cldvlog #amavalueshttp://genejhsu.com
2018-08-2442 min
China Myth PodcastNEVER BEEN TO CHINA KILLER TIPS (CLD Insights #5)If you've never been to China and are thinking about doing business there, or you've been there and often found yourself frustrated with the local Chinese business culture...Recorded on August 13, 2018 -- Brian Page, voice actor, and Gene J. Hsu, EME China Consultants sit down and discuss doing business in China.http://genejhsu.com
2018-08-2038 minChina Myth PodcastNEVER BEEN TO CHINA KILLER TIPS (CLD Insights #5)If you've never been to China and are thinking about doing business there, or you've been there and often found yourself frustrated with the local Chinese business culture...Recorded on August 13, 2018 -- Brian Page, voice actor, and Gene J. Hsu, EME China Consultants sit down and discuss doing business in China.http://genejhsu.com
2018-08-2038 min
China Myth PodcastCOMMUNICATIONS 101 in China! (The MINDSET Report #2)This episode is a replay of the 2nd of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on August 8, 2018.Gene J. Hsu discusses the Biggest Misperceptions, Greatest Challenges, Common Mistakes, and Killer Tips when communicating with Chinese people in Mainland China.The MINDSET Report is media content that triggers imagination and curiosity for you to add purpose and make positive in order to CRUSH IT In China!#mfcb #jts20 #cldvlog #amavalueshttp://genejhsu.com
2018-08-0926 minChina Myth PodcastCOMMUNICATIONS 101 in China! (The MINDSET Report #2)This episode is a replay of the 2nd of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on August 8, 2018.Gene J. Hsu discusses the Biggest Misperceptions, Greatest Challenges, Common Mistakes, and Killer Tips when communicating with Chinese people in Mainland China.The MINDSET Report is media content that triggers imagination and curiosity for you to add purpose and make positive in order to CRUSH IT In China!#mfcb #jts20 #cldvlog #amavalueshttp://genejhsu.com
2018-08-0926 minChina Myth PodcastChina Business 101 & Cross-Cultural Performance (The MINDSET Report #1)This episode is a replay of the 1st of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on July 25, 2018. Gene J. Hsu introduces the journey to become a master of cross-cultural performance to build a foundation for understanding how to navigate the complexities of doing business in China. The GUANXI ENGINE is discussed as the foundation for all business and personal relationships in China. The MINDSET Report is media content that triggers imagination and curiosity for you to add purpose and make positive in order to CRUSH IT In China! http://genejhsu.com
2018-08-0725 minChina Myth PodcastChina Business 101 & Cross-Cultural Performance (The MINDSET Report #1)This episode is a replay of the 1st of 9 MINDSET FOR CHINA BUSINESS Webinars recorded on July 25, 2018. Gene J. Hsu introduces the journey to become a master of cross-cultural performance to build a foundation for understanding how to navigate the complexities of doing business in China. The GUANXI ENGINE is discussed as the foundation for all business and personal relationships in China. The MINDSET Report is media content that triggers imagination and curiosity for you to add purpose and make positive in order to CRUSH IT In China! http://genejhsu.com
2018-08-0725 min
The Being Human Podcast with Richard Atherton#17 East Meets West: Navigating Culture with Empathy - with Gene HsuA conversation about empathy withĀ Gene Hsu, cross-cultural performance instructor on the ways in which Chinese culture is different to Western culture and what should a westerner know before starting a business venture in China.
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2018-07-201h 01
Go All InGoing All In & Overcoming Cultural Differences in Business with Gene HsuIf you've ever wondered how people do business across a cultural divide, or perhaps you have contemplated entering a new market like China, then you are in for a real treat on today's podcast.
On today's show our guest is Gene Hsu.
As you can imagine the idea of doing business in a huge market like China is very appealing to many business owners however with language barriers, logistics, and all of the different personalities and nuances it can be an uphill battle right from the start.
Gene is an American with Chinese heritage and is the founder of EME...
2018-07-0655 min
China Myth PodcastJourney Towards Success (JTS2.0) With Brian Rose (London Real)May 26, 2018 (London, UK) -- Gene J. Hsu sits on the leather chair to reminisce about his journey to become a broadcaster with Brian Rose, host of London Real. What is the purpose of launching a podcast, and how does it align with greater purpose in life and business? Listen to how creating something of value for others helps you "sell without selling" and discover greater awareness regarding your own journey towards success.
2018-06-0129 minChina Myth PodcastJourney Towards Success (JTS2.0) With Brian Rose (London Real)May 26, 2018 (London, UK) -- Gene J. Hsu sits on the leather chair to reminisce about his journey to become a broadcaster with Brian Rose, host of London Real. What is the purpose of launching a podcast, and how does it align with greater purpose in life and business? Listen to how creating something of value for others helps you "sell without selling" and discover greater awareness regarding your own journey towards success.
2018-06-0129 min
"Crisis To Crushin' it"Gene Hsu,Hello, my name is Joel Ingram, and this is āThe Midlife Crisis Man Podcastā. Today I have with me Gene Hsu, who is an American who specialises in doing business in China, he provides cross cultural coaching at executive level, and hosts the "China Leadership Dilemma Podcast".Gene is in his 40's and is starting over as an entrepreneur, utilising his 20+ yearsā experience to bring value and insights, enabling businesses to succeed through self-awareness and empathy which he terms "the essential soft skills that matter", which areĀ applicable across all of lifeās relationships.We cover pri...
2018-05-1354 min
The YourLIVINGBrand.live showGene Hsu Joins Me On The April 11 2018 The YourLIVINGBrand.live ShowGene Hsu from www.emechina.us joins me today to talk about cultural differentiation when looking to do business in China. Great insight, and a valuable resource for anyone looking to set up a team or operation there.
2018-04-1232 min