129 Don't fully localize your China business

Many expats have left China and international companies struggle to replace them with experienced professionals from HQs. What does this mean for the company both in China and in the corporate office? What is the main reason why expats return home and new expats are not coming here? What choices do European companies have to deal with this? Can Chinese teams achieve the same output as international teams? What is the main risk when European companies don’t have any foreigners in China? What is the value of a flexpat? How can flexpats build a network in HQs and learn important company know-how? How can flexpats justify their salary package? LinkedIn: Christian M. GöttkerWechat: CMG-GSAPlease also tune in to episode 126, where Eric Voigt explains exactly how Flexpats or Chinese professionals are suited for Top Management positions in China for international companies.Other episodes:20 Leadership advice for flexpats21 From Entry Level to Top Management100 Get your first Management Job in China107 Transition from Expat to Flexpat111 Prepare expat assignment46 Lead Chinese teams96 German Center Taicang