#52 Work for others or start your own business in China?

Born in Albania, raised in Italy, Ervis Micukaj is now a successful small business owner in China. After 5 years of working in different jobs in Shanghai, Ervis decided to start his own business in the IT service industry. His experience of 7+ years in China allows him to compare working for others in China and starting your own business. Now, after more than two years of being an entrepreneur, here is his advice to the next generation of foreigners entering China for the first time or returning after the pandemic. This is what you'll learn in 25 minutes: Failed intercultural communication at work Working for others or starting your own business? For which tasks you’ll be needed in China Not yet networking nor studying Chinese? Mistake! Why the workforce will be fully localised in 5 years Good reasons to stay in China long-term Connect with Ervis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ervismicukaj/ Check out Ervis' business: https://www.jetservices.com.cn