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Common Customs of China
The Chinese are a lot more relaxed about some of their customs than other Asian cultures. As a waiguoren (Westerner), you're not expected to necessarily understand variouscustoms, so you'll be let off the hook to a large extent.
t doesn't hurt for the foreign barbarian to be a little civilized every now and then. Read on for advice on specific customs.
Gift GivingIt's traditional to bring a gift when invited to someone's home. Usually fresh flowersor fruit are your best bet (the number eight is considered lucky, so eight apples or eight oranges is a good idea)or, of course, anything from home. The more expensive the gift, the more respectful, but don't go over the top or you'll embarrass your hosts, who may feel the need to bankrupt themselves to return yourgenerosity. Don't be surprised when, if your gift is wrapped, it is placed somewhere prominent all evening and not unwrapped until after you leave (your hosts might look greedy and ungrateful if thegift were opened too hastily and in front of you). It is also courteous to bring something back from traveling - just a token gift is fine. But be sure to be fair with your gift-giving: don't givesomething nicer to the secretary in the office than to the dean of the college, and don't give gifts to one group of students and not another - they'll find out, you can bet on it. Often, it's better togive something that can be shared, like food.
Business Cards
It's a good idea to have these made up for yourself as soon as you have an address; it's cheap and easy to do almost everywhere in China.Get a friend to give you a Chinese name, and get your name and address printed in Chinese on one side, English on the other (double-check the English spellings - there are almost always errors!). Geta lot made, as everyone will want one. Use both hands to give and accept business cards to show respect.
Guanxi (Connection or Relationship)
Guanxi is extremely important in China. We have the...