The document discusses several aspects of Chinese culture, including: 1) China has a unique one-child policy implemented by the government to control population growth, which places pressure on families to have a son. 2) In China, smiling can have different meanings than in America - it may indicate embarrassment, helpfulness, curiosity, or that one does not want an argument to become personal. 3) In Chinese negotiations, do not lose your temper or use pressure tactics, as this will damage relationships. Negotiations are process-oriented and leave room for flexibility.

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2. Family Life (2 of 2) There is a unique one child policy implemented by the government This policy takes a toll on women, because families will try to conceive a son to continue the family name and lineage www.readysetpresent.com Page

3. Social Etiquette (7 of 7) The Chinese smile for more reasons than Americans A smile can mean the person is embarrassed, trying to be helpful, curious, happy or friendly In the middle of an argument , smiling means the speaker does not want this to become personal When all else fails, smiling will show that you have no ill intentions and can work wonders in getting better service www.readysetpresent.com Page

4. Business Etiquette (9 of 10) Chinese negotiations are process oriented Do not lose your temper or you will lose face and irrevocably damage your relationship Do not use pressure tactics Chinese are adept and enjoy negotiations, so always leave room for some leeway www.readysetpresent.com Page

5. Trivia (2 of 4) The Chinese calendar is based on the moon, called a lunar schedule, and a cycle is 60 years Each year is represented by an animal, so there are twelve animals that represent the twelve months Red is considered a lucky color in China At one time wedding dresses, New Year ’s banners, clothing and lucky money envelopes were red www.readysetpresent.com Page

6. Download “ China ” PowerPoint content presentation at ReadySetPresent.com 40 slides include: 18 Points on General Information, 5 Points on Family Life, 27 Points on Food, 11 Points on Food Etiquette, 20 Points on Social Etiquette, 35 Points on Business Etiquette, and 11 Points on Trivia. Royalty Free - Use Them Over and Over Again. www.readysetpresent.com Page