#74 Working at German automation technology giant "Festo" in China with Martin Kimmich.

Martin Kimmich has decided to accept the offer for an international assignment in Shanghai/China and is the Vice President HR responsible for the region Greater China at German automation technology giant "Festo" with more than 2000 employees in China since July 1st 2019. In this role Martin got to understand the big differences in work culture in China and especially the differences in HR. Learn from his experience! In 10 minutes he provides useful food for thought about these topics: How marriage, housing, cars affect salary expectations Work culture, power distance and eye level Communication behaviour 24/7 on WeChat Scheduling on an ad hoc basis Flexpat opportunities in product development Combining Chinese Speed with German Quality Being aware of Chinese history, culture and present society By learning Chinese - the China experience gets even more impressive