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By Sean Upton-McLaughlin

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Sean is a business and communications professional based out of Hong Kong, China. He has worked for Chinese companies for the majority of his career, including well-known smartphone and technology firms. Through his mastery of the Chinese language and culture, as well as his empathy and understanding towards the Chinese point of view, he advises Chinese companies on successfully going global.

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Business Relationships China China Expats China Travel Chinese Chinese Companies Chinese Culture Chinese Language Chinese New Year Chinese Wisdom Communication Tips Coronavirus Coronavirus Outbreak COVID-19 Cultural Differences Expats Face featured Guanxi Idioms Learn Chinese Mandarin Relationships in China Shenzhen Social Media Spring Festival Vague Language Work in China Working in China 成语

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