Private 1-ON-1 Consultation: China Context & Questions (30 Min)

A focused conversation about China, from the inside out.

Have a question about China’s culture, society, business environment or everyday life?

This private 30-minute online consultation gives you direct access to Eric’s practical, cross-cultural perspective. It is designed for people who want a clear answer, a better understanding of the context and a sensible next step—without booking a longer session.

The conversation can be broad, but the best use of the time is one main topic or several closely related questions.

What We Can Discuss

Your session may focus on:

• Business, sourcing, manufacturing or partnerships in China
• Communicating and working effectively with Chinese people and organizations
• Understanding Chinese business culture and decision-making
• China’s society, history, technology, industries and current developments
• Preparing for a trip, meeting, negotiation or business conversation
• Studying, living, working or travelling in China
• Interpreting a cultural situation, business interaction or China-related claim
• Questions about China that are difficult to understand from outside the country

Most clients use this session for practical business questions, but the conversation can also cover cultural, social, travel, educational or personal topics.

What You’ll Gain

You can expect:

• Clear answers based on real experience in China and the West
• Context that helps you understand what is really happening
• A practical perspective on your situation or question
• Key assumptions, risks or misunderstandings to consider
• A sensible first step or direction where appropriate

This is a conversation-focused service. You will receive concise follow-up notes or recommended resources when useful, but it does not include a formal research report.

This Session Is Best For

• A focused question or early-stage idea
• A quick second opinion before taking action
• Understanding a cultural or business situation
• Preparing for a China-related meeting, trip or decision
• Several short questions that are connected to one another

If you need a detailed strategic assessment, supplier research, verification, introductions, negotiation or project execution, the 60- or 90-minute consultation or a separate Seraph Global service may be more appropriate.

Scope and Boundaries

This consultation does not include:

• Supplier lists, supplier introductions or factory outreach
• Formal due diligence or background investigations
• Detailed market research or written analysis
• Legal, tax, financial, medical or technical advice
• Sourcing, purchasing, logistics or project management
• A guarantee of any business, investment or commercial outcome

Session Details

• Format: Private 1-on-1 video call via Google Meet
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Language: English; Mandarin available upon request
• Focus: One main topic or several related questions
• Includes: A focused conversation and concise follow-up guidance when applicable

How It Works

After booking, you will receive an email within 24 hours to schedule your session and share your questions or background in advance.

Please leave your email when booking. Sending your main question ahead of time will help us use the 30 minutes as effectively as possible.