Download or read book Bulls in the China Shop and Other Sino American Business Encounters written by Randall E. Stross and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 1992-12-01 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "An entertaining, fact-filled journey through the past two decades of Chinese and American business interaction.... Stross's chapters on the adoption of modern management practices in China shine for their detailed analysis and ... their extremely thorough use of primary Chinese-language newspaper and magazine documentation.... [His] two chapters on Americans and their expatriate lives in China are also well written and complete." --China Review International, Spring 1994

Download or read book Distinguished Asian American Business Leaders written by Naomi Hirahara and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biographical entries on 96 Asian men and women who have succeeded in business reflect individual triumphs and the historic experiences of ethnic minorities. Entries are mainly from the 20th century, but some profile significant figures from the late 19th century. Profiles offer basic biographical information and information on the subject's business and background. B&w photos are included of most subjects. Author information is not given. Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com).

Download or read book Ethnic Enterprise in America written by Ivan Light and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2022-07-15 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1972.

Download or read book The Chinese American Entrepreneurships in the San Francisco Oakland Areas written by Wei-Ying Szeto and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book China Fortunes written by John D. Kuhns and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-12-09 with total page 482 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thoroughly modern global business story In the spirit of James Clavell, China Fortunes is a vast and sweeping story that addresses one of the hottest topics of the day, Chinese business. From a chaotic start in China to an embezzling Chinese company president on the run in Manilla, this book follows the monetary ups and downs of Jack Davis, an American financier drawn to the great Asian nation by the wealth of opportunities that accompanied the opening of the country to outsiders. Traces the beginnings of China's entry into the industrial age, as it hesitantly embraced capitalism while enthusiastically chased foreign dollars Takes readers through the bond trading floors of Wall Street to the opaque world of investment boutiques, market crashes and business failures, IPOs, failing marriages, and multi-national hydro electric deals Written by a leading China businessman with deep connections in China and beyond Drawing on the experiences of one of the first western investment bankers to do business in China, this exciting tale brings you up close to the rising fortunes and risky business of the Middle Kingdom.

Download or read book Ethnicity and Entrepreneurship written by Bernard P. Wong and published by Pearson. This book was released on 1998 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A massive wave of immigration is currently sweeping across the US How do new immigrants assimilate, specifically the Chinese in San Francisco? KEY TOPICS: Taking an "actor-oriented" approach which portrays the new Chinese immigrants as problem-solvers and decision makers who shape their own destinies, this book focuses on how the new Chinese immigrants use their ethnic and personal resources to make economic adaptations in the US. Sociologists and anthropologists. Part of the New Immigrants Series.

Download or read book Chinese American Small Business Owners Endeavors written by Yuxin Wu and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 98 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Chinese Ethnic Business written by Eric Fong and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2006-11-22 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing a crucial understanding of how globalization impacts on the development of Chinese businesses, this book analyzes the unprecedented changes in Chinese ethnic business due to the process of globalization, specifically economic globalization, in the key receiving countries of the US, Australia and Canada. Focusing on the main themes of economic globalization and Chinese community development, transnational linkages, local urban structures, homogenization and place attachment, the team of internationally known contributors place the subject of Chinese ethnic business in the bigger picture of ethnic businesses and globalization. Including excellent methodology such as ethnographic studies, historical analysis, geographic studies and statistical analysis, this volume makes an important contribution to the field of ethnic businesses.

Download or read book Selling to China written by Stanley Chao and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2018-08-31 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The conventional wisdom that only large corporations can do business in China is a thing of the past. Small and medium-sized businesses today enjoy the same opportunities in China once granted only to large multinational conglomerates. In Selling to China, author Stanley Chao helps all businesses: • Learn effective ways to deal with Chinese businesspeople and private and state-owned companies • Determine whether certain products or services are viable for the Chinese market • Understand the psyche of the “Mao Generation” Chinese, who are now China’s business owners, executives, and government leaders • Develop low-cost, market-entry strategies Filled with clear, tangible steps and applicable anecdotes, Selling to China bridges the gap between Western and Chinese cultures, languages, and histories to help businesses enter the Chinese marketplace.

Download or read book American Businesses in China written by Nancy Lynch Street and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2019-07-23 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the publication of earlier editions of this book, China's political and economic landscapes have changed dramatically, with the rise of new leadership, evolving alliances, tariff wars, educational policies and technological advancements. Focusing on Chinese-American ventures, this expanded and revised edition chronicles the investments that have marked China's astonishing growth in the 21st century. Adding another dimension to the exploration of Chinese-American commerce, this edition discusses China's roots in Confucian identity and its effect on modern business culture. Case studies of American businesses that have been successful in China are included. Reflecting upon the changing nature of Chinese consumerism and international corporate behavior, the authors close with specific suggestions for those interested in doing business in China.

Download or read book Business China written by Peggy Kenna and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1994 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide offers a smooth and problem-free transition between the American and Chinese business cultures. A concise, at-a-glance comparison of business styles, practices, and social customs, this book will bring readers up to speed on communication styles, business etiquette, body language, and more.

Download or read book Selling to China written by Stanley Chao and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2012-11-07 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The conventional wisdom that only large corporations can do business in China is a thing of the past. Small- and medium-sized businesses today enjoy the same opportunities in China once granted only to large, multinational conglomerates. In Selling to China, author Stanley Chao helps all businesses learn effective ways to deal with Chinese businesspeople and private and state-owned companies; analyze whether certain products or services are viable for the Chinese market; understand the psyche of the Mao Generation Chinese who are now Chinas business owners, executives, and government leaders; and develop low-cost, market-entry strategies Filled with clear, tangible steps and applicable personal anecdotes, Selling to China bridges the gap between Western and Chinese cultures, languages, and histories to help businesses enter the Chinese marketplace.

Download or read book Biographical Dictionary of New Chinese Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders written by Wenxian Zhang and published by Edward Elgar Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is an outstanding compilation. It is easy to use, the information is clear and well-presented, and the volume is smart and robustly crafted. . . The book is an important reference source for practitioners in international business, entrepreneurs and Asian studies. Bob Duckett, Reference Reviews The current compilation fills the need for a Who s Who in the Chinese business world. . . This is a useful reference for scholars and students in China studies and for business practitioners. Recommended. K.T. Wei, Choice As direct foreign investment, both inward and outward, continues to gather momentum, the need to understand the leaders of Chinese corporations is increasingly important. The Biographical Dictionary of New Chinese Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders is therefore a welcome addition to corporate and academic libraries. The encyclopedia provides up-to-date coverage of the major players in China s new economy. Dorothy Mays, Chinese Librarianship A long awaited reference volume! Professionally compiled and user-friendly. A must for the serious researcher. Leo-Paul Dana, Journal of Enterprising Communities Biographical information about business leaders and entrepreneurs in China is scattered in a variety of Chinese sources such as books, newspapers, journal articles, web pages, etc. and are difficult to locate, especially from outside of China. This biographical dictionary, written in English, which includes some 200 of the most important movers and shakers of the new Chinese economy since 1978, is a very useful reference tool for libraries of all types as well as for anyone who is interested in learning and understanding the growing influence of China as a new economic power in the world. Hwa-Wei Lee, formerly of the Library of Congress, and Ohio University Libraries This impressive effort by two leading scholars of Chinese business and society will quickly become a reference for all students and practitioners. Indeed, it is a ready vade mecum, filling the crying gap many experts have identified in recent years. This work will set the standard for its successors: independent in its analytical assessments, broad-spectrum in its choice of entry, far-sighted in its selections. John R. McIntyre, Georgia Institute of Technology, US The book is a must-have for any student, library, executive or entrepreneur contemplating the business environment in China. In an important society where clout is paramount and relationship is key, the book s listing of Who s Who in China is essential to success. An essential read for anyone thinking of doing business in China! J. Mark Munoz, Munoz and Associates International and author of A Salesman in Asia For anyone interested in interacting with China, whether doing business or not, it would be advantageous to know thy foe and thyself , as Sunzi (Sun Tzu) put it. And this work will definitely be conducive to your gaining an insight on contemporary China and its economic boom. It can be used as a reference tool or read as a textbook. Highly recommended for college and public libraries. Shixing Wen, Editor-in-Chief, Chinese Librarianship, Former President, Chinese American Librarians Association and Councilor, American Library Association This exhaustive resource provides comprehensive coverage of the major players in the Chinese economy since the reform era, which began in 1978. It includes 200 entries briefly summarizing each individual s life and career, with a central focus on his or her accomplishments and the key roles played in the economic development of China. The emphasis of the book is on the movers and shakers of China s new economy, highlighting notable figures from both the initial economic liberalization period and the renewed growth from the early 1990s to the present time. This invaluable dictionary is the result of collaborative efforts across the globe. Over forty scholars from the United States, mainland China and Taiwan, United Kingdom, Germany, F

Download or read book Trouble in the Middle written by Steven Paul Feldman and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013 with total page 499 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book will help readers better understand the ethical and cultural assumptions that both American and Chinese business cultures bring to business relationships. Based on historical context, theory, and a research-based comparison of how American and Chinese executives perceive the ethical and cultural aspects of doing business, it analyzes the relationships developed between the two cultures. Overall, Feldman's research and conceptualization of this cultural interaction will prove useful to all those who wish to expertly navigate the Chinese-American business relationship.

Download or read book The Chinese Way of Doing Business written by Maggie Zhou-Mathews and published by Maggie Zhou-Mathews. This book was released on 2015-06-22 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The key to your success in business in China is developing your ability to gain the trust of your Chinese business partners. This book is a practical guide that will show you how to do that. Business in China is very relationship based and takes longer than the largely transaction based way of doing business in the west. This book was written to help you to increase your understanding of Chinese culture and teach you the etiquette to achieve business success in a hierarchical society like China. It’s essential that you understand how Chinese business culture revolves around the concepts of “face” and “guanxi (relationship)” and learn to follow proper etiquette, which is based on these concepts. This book will teach you how to do this. The book also gives you practical advice on how to successfully hold business meetings, and negotiate, with the Chinese, and on the importance of using intermediaries and how to choose one. You’ll also learn tips on how to socialize with Chinese, which is critical to gaining their trust and achieving your objectives in business. This book was written with those doing business in China front of mind, but it is also very useful for those who want to learn more about Chinese culture for other purposes. Whether you’re traveling to China for vacation or holiday, going to school in China, or maybe just want to learn more about your Chinese coworkers or neighbors, this book can give you insight into how Chinese people may be thinking and their way of doing things.

Download or read book Chinese Way in Business written by Boye Lafayette De Mente and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2013-04-16 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a comprehensive, expert guide to doing business in China Western technology, management expertise and capital have fueled an incredible expansion of China's economy. Trade with China is at an all time high and so are the numbers of Westerners travelling to China for business. Business from China has also picked up as Chinese firms look to expand abroad. Understanding the ins and outs of the confusing and often contradictory Chinese business culture can lend an enormous advantage. The Chinese Way in Business is an invaluable tool that teaches Westerners the basic Chinese philosophy of doing business and how to cultivate strong personal relationships with Chinese business people and Chinese nationals. The author, Boye Lafayette De Mente worked in Asia for over thirty years as a journalist and business consultant and has long been considered an authority on East Asian business. In this book, he reveals the historical factors, collective traits and individual qualities that determine how the Chinese do business today, and the direction their economy will take in the future. His is a true insider's view—whether the topic is the legal framework for business development, or the importance of social relationships to successful business dealings in China. The book is broken into ten key parts: Introduction: The Land and the People—includes a overview of Chinese ethnicity and the languages of China Part One:Return of the Central Kingdom—an extensive overview of recent events and new technologies in China Part Two: The Historical Perspective—Chinese philosophy and the Chinese mindset from antiquity to modern times Part Three: Doing Business in China—A detailed analysis of the nuts and bolts of Chinese Business Part Four: Key Concepts in Chinese Business—Concepts native to China such as Guanxi (relationships) that drive Chinese business practice Part Five: Additional Business Vocabulary Part Six: Glossary of Useful Terms—designed for quick referencing Part Seven: Internet Gateways to China—An overview of the dynamic online world in China Part Eight: Miscellaneous Information—contains information about English Language Publications and Weather Patterns Part Nine: Learning Some New Skills—Classical Chinese techniques which might benefit Western business people

Download or read book American Businesses in China written by Nancy Lynch Street and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2003 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As more and more American businesses have set up operations in China, American business owners have had to concern themselves with respecting how Chinese values and beliefs and how China's changing economic and political climates relate to the business world. American businesses that have been successful in China, such as General Electric, Children's Television Workshop, Holiday Inn, DaimlerChrysler and the Foxboro Company, to name just a few, know how important a consideration for Chinese culture is in business operations. Their efforts in China are profiled in this work to serve as case studies for others interested in doing business in China. This book also examines the Chinese worldview, a fusion of Confucianism, Taoism, Buddhism and communism, and the effects of globalization on business ventures. It also considers the changing nature of Chinese consumerism, highlighting significant differences between urban and rural populations and a distinctive generational divide. It ends by offering some general conclusions as well as suggestions for those interested in doing business in China.