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Living in China with Terence Clarke
Terence (Terry) Clarke, a British-Irish expat, has been living in China for many years, gaining deep insights into the cultural nuances of the region.
His experiences living in China have shaped his understanding of both Western and Chinese cultures, making him an expert in intercultural communication.
On the culturematters.com podcast, Terry discussed how living in China has influenced his approach to business practices and daily life.
For anyone interested in cross-cultural dynamics, his stories about living in China provide valuable lessons.
His long-term experience of living in China has made him a unique voice on the subject.
“You’ve got to learn to respond, not to react”
Terrence’s tips to become more culturally competent:
- Awareness: Be aware that not everything is the same as it is in your country.
- Appreciation: You might not like it, but at least appreciate or respect what is going on in the other country.
- Adaptability: YOU will have to adapt. Not the other person.
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