The Real Rules for Foreigners Doing Business in China

Doing Business in China: Real Rules from Real Experience Venturing into China’s business world can be both exciting and overwhelming. From cultural nuances to financial pitfalls, from earning trust to protecting your assets, success in the Middle Kingdom requires more than ambition-it requires practical wisdom.

In this concise, no-nonsense guide, entrepreneur Jerry Barisano shares the hard-earned lessons he’s learned from decades of firsthand experience living, working, and raising a family in China. With candor, humor, and sharp insights, he reveals what seminars and glossy business books often leave out: the unspoken rules, the everyday challenges, and the strategies that actually work.

Inside you’ll discover:

How to navigate visas, contracts, and government regulations.
Why language, trust, and relationships matter more than you think.
The do’s and don’ts of meetings, negotiations, and networking.
How to protect your money, your business, and yourself.
Ten essential rules to live by if you want to succeed in China.

Whether you’re preparing for your first trip, expanding your business, or simply curious about life and commerce in modern China, this book offers an invaluable roadmap. Straightforward, practical, and often entertaining, it is a must-carry companion for anyone seeking to thrive in one of the world’s most dynamic markets. Time is money. Don’t waste either. Learn the real rules of doing business in China.