As the second largest economy in the world, China offers boundless opportunities and potentials for worldwide companies to develop business there. What are the opportunities and challenges in doing business in China? What are the tips for leaders to prepare a trip and negotiate at the meeting table? What are the important things to remember when working together with Chinese partners or leading Chinese employees? Listen to the discussion between our host Michelle Zou and guest Jim Fredricksen. Both have worked at Microsoft in China and have done businesses with many Chinese companies. If you are interested in doing business in China, or working with Chinese people, you will learn a lot of tips and tricks through this discussion to help you have a successful international career to China.
About the Guest:
Jim Fredricksen is Partner and Principal Consultant at Pacific Technologies Consulting Group (PTCG). Jim has worked in senior management teams for Fortune 100 companies including Microsoft, AT&T and Digital Equipment Corporation. He has over 30 years’ experience in leading successful global sales organizations with an emphasis in China and Asia markets. Jim led sales teams in China for over 10 years and managed business with Huawei, ZTE, Asus and many others. He has lived in Beijing and traveled extensively in China. At PTCG, his focus is through leveraging sales strategy,consulting, marketing, networking and leadership skills to assist North American companies to expand their business in China and internationally. In addition, he coaches USA business leaders to understand China business culture and to grow business in China.
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