Many foreign businessmen thirst for doing business with China yet with some fear, especially for those who never come to China before. However, as a matter of fact, most Chinese are very friendly and kindly to foreigners.

This article talks about some general business etiquettes, which we wish to bring you some little convenience for doing business China.

On meeting:

. A short and light, not firm handshake is the customary to start a business meeting.

. To start a meeting with ‘small talk’ and only after that to pass on to business matters.

. It is customary to address your Chinese colleagues with the title during the meeting that signifies their status: “Professor Zou” or “Mr. Zou” or Miss Zou”

. Many factory bosses cannot speak English, so a translator is recommended.

On business card:

. Business cards should be exchanged at the beginning of a business meeting.

. The Chinese appreciate it when one side of the business card presented is in Chinese.

. Showing your interest by glancing at the details of the card once accept it. Putting the      card immediately into your wallet or briefcase without reading it generally regarded as      discourteous.

On dressing :

. The accepted style of dress for a business meeting in China is conservative.- a dark  colored, unostentatious suit and tie are customary for men. Bright colored clothes are    considered unacceptable.

. Right dressing or make-up that is not overly exaggerated is recommended, for making a    good impression.

Do as a Chinese do, and you can handle well any business with China.