What should businesses understand before entering China? Jason Ong joins The Adrian Tan Show to share lessons from his career in China and his move into independent cross-border advisory work.

We discuss managing operations, choosing partners, company seals, trademarks, and protecting a brand. Jason shares his own experience of navigating business challenges and building a consultancy.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and guest welcome

01:47 Jason’s background and journey to China

02:56 Life and challenges in the US

04:49 Early experiences in China

09:50 Consulting and career shifts

11:11 Managing a manufacturing plant

14:13 Startup ventures and returning to consulting

21:11 Company seals in China

24:29 Management and business practices

27:57 Going independent and writing a novel

29:24 Challenges of working independently

30:10 Starting a cross-border advisory firm

30:42 Navigating the Chinese market

34:44 Supporting companies entering China

37:34 Market opportunities and challenges

43:06 Protecting your brand

47:30 Life as an independent consultant

49:42 Closing thoughts

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