Business in China — Guides for Professionals
Practical guidance for starting a business, finding work, sourcing better, and communicating more effectively with Chinese teams and partners.
SimplyChina's Business hub organizes practical advice for building, finding, and growing work opportunities connected to China.
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Starting a Business
Company setup, legal basics, and operational advice for founding in China.
Founding basics, setup choices, and first-stage constraints.
Job Hunting
Platforms, resumes, interviews, and hiring expectations in China.
How hiring works and how to position yourself well.
Industries & Trends
Key sectors, market context, and high-level business trends in China.
The sectors and signals shaping opportunity in China.
Sourcing & Suppliers
Supplier research, sourcing workflows, and factory evaluation basics.
Vendor research, supplier diligence, and sourcing workflows.
Business Etiquette
Communication, meetings, relationships, and cooperation norms in China.
Trust, meetings, communication, and practical working norms.
Featured Reading
Latest and most useful guides in this section
Understanding China’s Key Industries Before You Enter the Market
A clearer view of China’s key industries and market trends before making business, sourcing, or investment decisions.
How to Find a Job in China as a Foreigner
A realistic guide to finding work in China as a foreigner, including employer fit, work-permit constraints, and interview preparation.
How to Source from China Without Costly Mistakes
A practical sourcing guide for buyers who want to compare suppliers, reduce risk, and avoid preventable mistakes in China.
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